True Chesapeake

True Chesapeake reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

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   Carolyn

   Los Angeles4 reviews

   5.0

   Dined 3 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   The true taste of the huckleberry oysters was astonishing. Our waitress clearly explained the varieties, both from their farm and other oyster farms in the Chesapeake Bay. It was lovely to see the mutual support for the farming of oysters to filter the water, rebuild the aquatic biome, and create delicious food too. Other menu choices were cooked to perfection and delicious. The chunk crab cake sandwich, the oysters Rockefeller, and the apple galette were so well made and served at the right temperature. The setting is idyllic. Very nice interior design. It was just terrific.
   

   True ChesapeakeResponded today

   Thanks for the review, Carolyn! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed the huckleberry oysters and our other menu choices, especially the crab cake sandwich, oysters Rockefeller, and apple galette. We're also glad that you appreciated the interior design and our setting. We look forward to welcoming you back to True Chesapeake for more delicious meals.
   

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   Melinda

   Baltimore5 reviews

   2.0

   Dined 6 days ago

   1. Overall 2
   2. Food 2
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   I love true cheseapeake for dinner but I was disappointed with the Easter brunch. Food was just okay, cold and nothing exciting for $60 pp. No dessert on the Easter buffet other that boxes cookies.
   

   True ChesapeakeResponded today

   Thanks for the feedback, Melinda! We're glad to hear that you enjoy your dinner at True Chesapeake, but we're sorry to hear that our Easter brunch didn't hit the mark. We're always striving to provide our guests with delicious food and value, so we appreciate your feedback on this. We hope to have the opportunity to serve you again and provide you with a better experience.
   

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   Diana VIP

   Washington DC2 reviews

   5.0

   Dined 6 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   We have been fans of this beautiful, airy and friendly gem of a restaurant for a long time. The ambience and service are top-notch, and the food is delicious. There is something for everyone on their fresh, local and inventive menu. Their wonderful chef, Zach Mills, was just named Maryland Chef of the Year. We’ve never been to one of their holiday brunches until today - it was a wowser! Amazing, long table of so many great dishes. I heard they have other holiday brunches, and we will be keeping an eye out and making this a family tradition. Thanks, True Chesapeake!
   

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   True ChesapeakeResponded today

   Thanks for the feedback, Diana! We're thrilled to hear that you've enjoyed our fresh, local and inventive menu. We're also glad to hear that you're planning to make True Chesapeake a family tradition and hope to see you at Mother's Day or Father's Day brunch. We look forward to serving you again soon!
   

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   Margaret

   Greater Boston1 review

   5.0

   Dined 6 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Our party of 8 - 6 adults, 4 kids - has the BEST Easter brunch ever at True Chesapeake. The food was incredible - impeccable quality, delicious flavors, and literally something for every taste and age. Amazing value for a holiday meal - can’t wait for the next one!
   

   True ChesapeakeResponded today

   Thanks for the review, Margaret! We're thrilled to hear that you and your family had the best Easter brunch at True Chesapeake. It's wonderful to know that our food met your expectations and that you appreciated the quality, flavors, and value of our meals. We can't wait to welcome you back for another wonderful dining experience. Cheers!
   

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   Kate

   Washington DC1 review

   5.0

   Dined 6 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Absolutely BEST brunch spread in Baltimore. We went for Easter and it was busy, as expected. Even so we immediately were served drinks and the buffet was organized so that we didn’t have to wait and could immediately get kids and ourselves served. Kids loved the food - waffles, bacon, eggs, etc, and more sophisticated fare for adults (mushroom risotto was INCREDIBLE). Staff was very polite and service felt high-end. 10/10!
   

   True ChesapeakeResponded today

   Thanks for the feedback, Kate! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed Easter Brunch at True Chesapeake. We always strive to provide great options for the whole family and it's great to hear that we hit the mark for you. We look forward to serving you again soon!
   

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   Dolores

   Baltimore7 reviews

   5.0

   Dined 7 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 4

   Great for oyster lovers and plenty of other options if you're not. The menu is really flexible and the happy hour is terrific.
   

   True ChesapeakeResponded today

   Thanks for visiting us, Dolores! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed the oysters, other options, and flexibility of the menu. It's wonderful to know that our happy hour hit the mark for you too! We appreciate your feedback and look forward to welcoming you back soon.
   

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   Gundula VIP

   Baltimore7 reviews

   4.0

   Dined on April 18, 2025

   1. Overall 4
   2. Food 4
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 4

   Service was excellent. Food was very tasty and well done . Could have been a bit more for the price (e.g., more of the sides for the main dish). Had asked to serve the ice cream that came with the dessert on the side due to a food intolerance, but didn’t happen. Noise level was pretty high. But overall it was a nice evening.
   

   True ChesapeakeResponded today

   Thanks for the review, Gundula! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed our service and found our food tasty and well-done. We're sorry to hear that the ice cream didn't come on the side as requested. We'll certainly take note of this for future improvements. We hope to serve you again soon at True Chesapeake!
   

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   Danielle VIP

   Baltimore6 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on April 16, 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   It’s always amazing and that’s why when I had out of town guests, I had to make sure we came for dinner! One had never had an oyster… it was a great moment with the bell. There are other oyster places but this one is in a league of their own. The oysters converted my west coast Seattle friend who has never been a fan of east coast oysters… tonight she said TC changed her mind.
   

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   True ChesapeakeResponded 7 days ago

   Hey Danielle, Thank you so much for your glowing review! We're thrilled to hear that True Chesapeake changed your friend's mind about east coast oysters and that your other friend enjoyed their first oyster with us. We can't wait to welcome you back to True Chesapeake for more amazing experiences!
   

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   Katie

   New York City3 reviews

   3.0

   Dined on April 12, 2025

   1. Overall 3
   2. Food 4
   3. Service 3
   4. Ambience 4

   Food was delicious. Dirty martinis took forever to arrive and were not good. Too dirty and seemed heavy on vermouth even though I asked for no vermouth. Server was very friendly, as were the hosts. Timing of check ins and drink offers felt a bit delayed. I liked the space and location. Overall a good experience and I’d go back.
   

   True ChesapeakeResponded 7 days ago

   Thanks for visiting us, Katie! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed the food and found our team to be friendly. We apologize for the delay in your drink orders and that the martini was not to your liking. We're glad you appreciated the space and location and we look forward to serving you again.
   

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    Dawn VIP

    Baltimore11 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 12, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5

    This was our first time here and it did not disappoint. Service, atmosphere, and food were all very good. RC was our server and he was very polite, professional, and helpful. We had the blue crab and bone marrow dip, French onion oysters, scallops, snakehead (fish), and a peanut butter, chocolate, and marshmallow dessert. All the dishes were delicious and well prepared. I suggest sharing the dessert as it was rich and a good size. I also suggest making a reservation as by 6:30 on a Saturday all tables were filled. We will be back.
    

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    True ChesapeakeResponded 7 days ago

    Thanks for visiting us, Dawn! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your first visit to True Chesapeake. It's wonderful to know that our service, atmosphere, and food met your expectations. We're glad you loved our blue crab and bone marrow dip, French onion oysters, scallops, and the peanut butter, chocolate, and marshmallow dessert. We look forward to welcoming you back soon!
    

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