Mount Vernon
Mount Vernon is an arts-centric neighborhood chock-full of world-class restaurants, along with the symphony, theater and opera.
Restaurants
Akbar Restaurant
This icon has served up authentic Indian food for more than 25 years.
The Brewer’s Art
Even the bar menu is gourmet—and don’t miss out on its top-notch in-house brew, Resurrection.
City Cafe
A cafe, bar and restaurant rolled into one gorgeous 1920s building.
The Helmand
Experience exotic and exciting Afghan dishes in a restaurant owned and operated by one of Afghanistan’s most prominent families.
Iggies
Only the freshest ingredients make up the Napoli-style pizza at Iggies, where communal seating invites you to linger with locals.
The Prime Rib
Voted Baltimore’s best steakhouse by Zagat.
Tapas Teatro
Small plates pair perfectly with pitchers of sangria in a restaurant that shares space with the historic Charles Theater.
Attractions
An die Musik LIVE!
Experience live jazz and classical arrangements in a unique space.
The Arthur Friedheim Library at the Peabody Institute
Explore floor-to-ceiling interior ironwork among the music library of this Johns Hopkins University institution.
Centerstage
The broad range of productions includes classic and contemporary plays, along with community and educational programs.
Contemporary Museum
Thought-provoking exhibitions explore the cutting edge of contemporary art.
Maryland Institute College of Art
Walk the grounds to explore the public sculpture installations on Mount Royal Avenue.
Meredith Gallery
Represents “furn-art-ture,” along with handmade North American ceramics, paintings and other craft.
The Walters Art Museum
The museum shows everything from ancient Egyptian art to Art Deco jewelry, from its world-renowned collection.
Accommodations
Abacrombie Fine Food and Accommodations
Chef Jerry Pellegrino owns and operates this stellar bed and breakfast, which also features a first-rate restaurant.
The Mount Vernon Hotel
Enjoy the stunning atmosphere, architecture and hospitality in this 1907 hotel.
Peabody Court Hotel
The hotel’s 104 custom-designed guest rooms feature full marble baths.















