Baltimore Restaurant Week Extended

The Best Things to Do in Baltimore This Weekend...

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Eating Baltimore
January 30, 2026

Hey Baltimore—

Welcome to the 78 new subscribers who joined since last week’s edition. Happy to have you in our (growing) community!

Well, the snow put most of our weekend plans on hold last week. And threw out a few backs (yours truly). But good news, Baltimore Restaurant Week has been extended through February 7th to make up for lost time!

Here’s what we’ve got this week:

  • A Dark Days of Winter Party @ Monument City Brewing…

  • FREE Platinum exterior washes all day Saturday at Canton Car Wash’s Towson Grand Opening…

  • And the Charm City Moon Market @ Ministry of Brewing.

Scroll on, make plans, and eat well, Charm City.

Things To Do In Baltimore & Surrounding Areas This Weekend

Friday January 30th

The ScaleTrains Experience @ Baltimore Streetcar Museum (Free)
📅 Friday, January 30th | 7PM
📍 Baltimore Streetcar Museum, 1901 Falls Rd, Baltimore
Meet the ScaleTrains team for a hands-on night with HO, N, and S scale models, and a behind-the-scenes look at how trains are made.

Live Jazz & Wine Tasting ($)
📅 Friday, January 30th | 6-10PM
📍 402 N Howard St, Baltimore
Sip and sway through an evening of guided wine tasting with a sommelier, paired with live jazz and soulful R&B sounds from No Rehearsal for a smooth, intimate night out.

Saturday January 31st

Conrad’s 12 Year Anniversary Party @ Conrad’s Seafood Perry Hall (Free)
📅 Saturday, January 31st | 8–11PM
📍 Conrad’s Seafood Restaurant, Perry Hall
Celebrate 12 years of Conrad’s with DJ J Dot, food and drink specials, and a high-energy party at the main bar—perfect for raising a glass with friends.

Canton Car Wash - Towson Grand Opening (Free)
📅 Saturday, January 31st – Sunday, February 1st | 8AM–6PM
📍 Canton Car Wash – Towson, 1020 York Rd, Towson
Celebrate the grand opening with FREE Platinum exterior washes all day, plus music from DJ Chris Styles, food from Jimmy John’s, sweet treats from Yia Yia’s Bakery, and giveaways—plus Travelin’ Tom’s Coffee on Saturday morning.

Last Night a DJ Saved My Life: A Salute to Black Radio DJs @ Reginald F. Lewis Museum ($)
📅 Saturday, January 31st | 1–3:30PM
📍 Reginald F. Lewis Museum, 830 E Pratt St, Baltimore
Spend the afternoon with legendary Black radio DJs from Baltimore and the DMV as they discuss the cultural impact of Black radio, advocacy, and storytelling through music, featuring live stories from The Short Kuts Show.

Dark Days of Winter Party @ Monument City Brewing Company (Free)
📅 Saturday, January 31st | 1PM
📍 Monument City Brewing Company, 1 N Haven St, Baltimore
Lean into winter with curated dark beer flights, live music on the backstage, cozy outdoor fire pits, and bites from Motte Restaurant at Brewers’ Haven.

Sunday February 1st

Our Lady of Grace Flea Market (Free)
📅 Sunday, February 1st | 8AM–3PM
📍 Our Lady of Grace, 2112 Fleet St, Baltimore
Spend the day browsing for one-of-a-kind finds, vintage items, and hidden gems at this community flea market with free admission and parking.

Mickey & Minnie Brunch @ LoonAsea ($)
📅 Sunday, February 1st | 10:30AM–1PM
📍 LoonAsea, 207 Nanticoke Rd, Essex
Treat the kids to a character-filled brunch with Mickey and Minnie, featuring a buffet, photo ops, and a fun craft corner—reservations required with two seating times available.

Checkerspot Cellar Raid 2026 ($)
📅 Sunday, February 1st | 12–4PM
📍 Checkerspot Brewing Company, 1421 Ridgely St, Baltimore
Dig into rare, high-ABV barrel-aged beers—many final pours—during this cellar raid featuring unlimited tastings while they last, a souvenir glass, and a food buffet.

Charm City Moon Market @ Ministry of Brewing (Free)
📅 Sunday, February 1st | 12–4PM
📍 Ministry of Brewing, Baltimore
Browse a magical daytime market featuring local makers and practitioners, set under the Full Moon in Leo inside one of Baltimore’s most unique brewery spaces.

Meet the Cats Adoption Event @ The Wine Collective (Free)
📅 Sunday, February 1st | 2–5PM
📍 The Wine Collective, 1700 W 41st St Suite 490, Baltimore
Sip wine and meet adoptable cats from The Feline Rescue Association during this relaxed afternoon adoption event—perfect for animal lovers looking to make a new furry friend.

This Week in the Community…

Baltimore Restaurant Week Extended Through February 7
Baltimore Restaurant Week Winter 2026 has been extended through Saturday, February 7 after inclement weather impacted the region’s dining plans, giving food lovers extra time to enjoy prix-fixe menus and specials at participating local restaurants across the city. Read more…

Four Baltimore Spots Earn James Beard Award Semifinalist Nods
Baltimore’s food and beverage scene is getting national attention after the James Beard Foundation announced four local semifinalist nominations, all awarded to newcomers across baking, dining, cocktails, and bar programs. The recognition highlights Café Dear Leon, Marta Fine Food & Spirits, Southpaw, and Pink Flamingo, with finalists set to be announced March 31 and winners honored June 15. Read more…

New Zealand All Blacks vs. South Africa Springboks Rugby Match Coming to Baltimore
Baltimore will host one of rugby’s biggest rivalries when New Zealand’s All Blacks face South Africa’s Springboks at M&T Bank Stadium in September, marking a rare U.S. appearance for the internationally celebrated matchup. The event is expected to draw fans from across the country and spotlight Baltimore on the global rugby stage. Read more…

Real Estate Corner

Pet Of The Week

Have a furry, feathered, or scaly friend you’re proud of? Send a photo and a few fun facts, and we might feature them in an upcoming issue. It’s a fun way to share smiles with the community and discover local pet resources along the way.

This week’s reader submission is: Hatchi

“This is Hatchi, he’s as cute as he is mischievous. A menace to his bro - like any little brother - and the self appointed “mission leader,” whose mission is still unknown to his human ataché.”

Hatchi, surprisingly mischievous!

P.S. I’m also looking to partner with a local pet business to help bring this section to life—if that’s you (or someone you know), shoot me an email here.

Date Spot Of The Week

The Black Olive (Fells Point)

📍 814 S Bond St, Baltimore, MD 21231

This week’s restaurant of the week takes us to The Black Olive — a timeless Fells Point favorite known for warm hospitality, pristine seafood, and deeply rooted Greek flavors. It’s an especially strong pick during Baltimore Restaurant Week, when their three-course menu showcases the kitchen’s range while still feeling intimate and unhurried.

Start by sharing classic appetizers like Greek-style lamb meatballs, house-made hummus and melitzanasalata, or grilled sardines wrapped in grape leaves, then move into entrées such as the rockfish kebob, Greek village pie, or chicken souvlaki — with optional splurges like scallops, filet mignon, or a jumbo lump crab cake if you’re feeling indulgent. Finish with desserts like tiramisu baklava ice cream or bourbon chocolate cacao cake, and consider pairing the meal with one of their Greek wine flights for the full experience.

If you’re looking for a romantic, old-school Baltimore dining experience that rewards slowing down and savoring every course, The Black Olive is a Restaurant Week standout.

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Have a great weekend!

Matt | Eating Baltimore

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