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A Romantic Dinner at Tio Pepe in Baltimore, Maryland

A Romantic Dinner at Tio Pepe in Baltimore,Maryland

Tio Pepe Yes, we went to Tío's tonight. No special occasion unless you count our 15,030-day anniversary as an occasion. Our very favorite restaurant is still almost unchanged even after forty plus years.

We went to Tío Pepe in downtown Baltimore when we were first married over 15,000 days ago. And after all this time, when we decide to go out for a romantic dinner, like tonight, we still are greeted like old (well we are) friends.

Francisco and Emiliano Francisco Lobo, the Maitre D', who we have always called Paco, treats us like royalty, telling us about the special dishes including some that are not on the menu. The chef and owner, Emiliano Sanz, studied cooking as a young man in Segovia, Spain. He apprenticed at some of the finest restaurants in Madrid before coming to Baltimore in 1971.

His unique style of combining classic techniques with regional Spanish cuisine has made Tío Pepe a Baltimore favorite. It has remained among "Baltimore's Best" for 12 consecutive years in Baltimore Magazine.

There is a wonderful selection of dishes to choose from. Our favorites include appetizers of shrimp in garlic sauce, salad Tío Pepe, crab meat in clam shells, black bean soup, gazpacho, and their famous potato puffs. Main dishes range from roast suckling pig, to the best soft shell crabs in the world, and a fabulous filet with béarnaise (Lee's favorite) along with a wonderful selection of fish including Dover sole.

Table Setting Tio Pepe Menu Tio Pepe Salad

Everyone always says they are too full, but somehow they manage to make room for something from the dessert tray like the luscious pine roll cake or chocolate roll cake along with a cup of delicious coffee or cappuccino.

Dessert Tray

Tio Pepe Sign

Tío Pepe is one more good reason for a visit – don't miss this superb restaurant. We might just see you there.

When will you plan to have a A Romantic Dinner at Tio Pepe in Baltimore, Maryland?

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Posted by Margaret Rome-- HomeRome Realty Baltimore, Md. on 07/26/2009 05:47 PM

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17 Comments on A Romantic Dinner at Tio Pepe in Baltimore, Maryland

JUL

Great pictures! If I ever get to Baltimore, I'd love to try this one.

Ahh, a Baltimore landmark, the place to go for a pre-prom dinner (back in the 70's anyway) or special occassions like anniversaries. I do have to say that my favorite was Hausners, sorry it is gone.

Irene, You will love it.

Christine, Yep Hausners is gone but Tio Pepe is still as good as ever. When are you coming back for a visit?

JUL

Margaret, my husband and i went there to celebrate his passing the bar some twenty-five years ago. You have brought back such great memories, we will be going again soon. Thank you Barbara

Barbara, Hope you will call us so we can go together. Really enjoyed talking with you today.

Isn't it fun to go where "everyone knows your name" ? We have a place like that...we know the chef, have a favorite waitress...the owner comes to say Hello....it makes things so much more fun !

Sally, It is so much more fun when you are recognized and treated like family...kind of the way we treat our clients!

JUL

Oooh yes please !

What a lovely recap, and excellent pictures - that table setting does indeed look extremely romantic with the lamp lighting !

Hope you are well :o)

Sheldon

What a great review of an institution in Baltimore. Your post makes me feel like I just had dinner there...Thanks to your beautiful photos it is easy to imagine such a wonderful evening as you experienced. What a great history you and your husband have in Baltimore!

Sheldon, Thank you and ...When are you going to visit us in Baltimore?

Diane, Thanks for sharing our experience and for you kind comments.

Margaret...a fantastic review...I hope you emailed the post to the owners. The food looks delicious...and makes me sooo hungry.

Rebecca, Thank you. I will be taking the review to the restaurant on our next trip....hmmm maybe a lunch soon.

'Haven't been here in years, but this is a great reminder.

Margaret, Maybe it's time to come visit...maybe lunch?

AUG

The food looks great! I think I could start with the dessert tray. Maybe we'll check it out next time we are in Baltimore visiting my son. Thanks!

Carol, Please give us a call when you are in town.

AUG

Margaret, The food looks absolutely delicious and it sounds like it's a wonderful place. If we ever get to Baltimore we'll have to go there!!

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