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Helen's Garden Café

2908 O'Donnell St. (Linwood Ave.) Send to Phone
BaltimoreMD 21224
410-276-2233
A relaxed, playful atmosphere and a well-rounded menu of entrees and light fare distinguish this local favorite in the heart of Canton.

Cuisine

Open

Lunch Tues.-Sat., Dinner Tues.-Sun., Brunch Sun.

Features

  • Kid-friendly
  • Full bar
  • Reservations suggested; no reservations accepted W
  • Valet parking (Thurs.-Sun. nights)
  • Casual

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A relaxed, playful atmosphere pervades this Canton café thanks to a palette of colors chosen from the softer side of the crayon box and zany artwork hanging on the walls. But that doesn’t keep it from being serious about food and wine. The menu is ambitious---and mostly successful---with choices like pecan-crusted trout; Roman lamb sautéed with honey, grapes and feta; spicy bourbon peppercorn-crusted pork chops; and salmon in Thai yellow curry. There’s a very nice selection of wines by the glass, as well as an engaging list of well-chosen, value-priced bottles. Desserts are homemade. It’s a great place to head for a casual meal when your spirits need a lift.

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