Located in the historic Mount Vernon neighborhood, this contemporary food hall has become a go-to for foodies seeking variety and quality. The marketplace champions independent, Baltimore-based vendors—think Cultured, specializing in artisanal cheeses, and The Local Oyster, a standout highlighted by Eater for its fresh Chesapeake Bay seafood. The atmosphere is casual but vibrant, drawing a mix of students, professionals, and neighborhood residents. With a strong focus on local sourcing and entrepreneurial spirit, Mount Vernon Marketplace captures the creative energy of Baltimore’s culinary community.
Booth "Mercy Seat" - just opened and they have wonderful service, polite, friendly, and looking to serve what you want. We had steak bites over rice, peppers, side salad w/hummus and a side of tots.
Give them a try!
Bmore Restaurant Connoisseur
Google
This place has really been on the up and up. I used to like it, now I love it! They’ve done a great job of diversifying the food choices recently and I feel like they have it all: drinks, pizza, wings, bibimbap, tacos, juice, vegan food, oysters, fried fish, ramen, burgers, etc.
Order the nachos from the taco place to-go and they just give you a whole (small) pizza box full of nachos for $8.
Brittany Briggs
Google
This was my first time visiting MV Marketplace, the atmosphere was so relaxing & beautiful. The only thing I was is that they add more food spots. I tried food from Cholitas Tacos & the food & drinks were so good. The customer service was amazing & the guy that rung me up was so funny & friendly. I can’t wait to try the other food places in there. But I definitely recommend everyone go look around & see what foods peak your interest. I got the 3 street style Carne Asada (Beef). They were 8.5/10. And I can’t remember the name of my drink but I added pics. It was 9/10.
Austin Boley
Google
A really great food market that is at the center of Baltimore. A great selection of food vendors across the culinary world including Korean hot dogs that are fantastic and a great spot for authentic tacos and margaritas.
Camera Person
Google
So at dinner last night, I had the most amazing food from the Korean Grill. It was hot and delicious. 5 stars!!
The only bad part was the big rat that ran by the table between the kitchens. It came by a few times, was large, and it didn’t bother me since I was eating HOT food and nothing would have survived that heat. My friend was grossed out, however. It was cold outside and of course the wildlife prefers to be warm and indoors too.
Either way, my rice was sizzling!!
There used to be a lot more restaurants in that marketplace. Too many of the restaurants seem to have shut down and disappeared, which was a bummer.
If this Korean place were to move to its own restaurant, it might allow them to really thrive.
Cailea Cat
Google
This is one of several marketplaces around Baltimore. As it was my first time visiting one, I was surprised to learn it's a collection of VERY good) restaurants, and not a grocery type place at all. I had oysters and then I had some amazing bacon on a skewer. They also have a small family owned/created jewelry store. The food was amazing and the atmosphere friendly. I highly recommend this place!
Ben Crouch
Google
Nothing much here. Mostly Asian food. Truly a one and done. Sad what covid did to this place.
Jamie Kaliszewski
Google
Man, this place has really gone down hill. 3-4 years ago, this place was crowded with people and had nearly every food stall occupied.
Now, it's less than half occupied with the majority of the long standing favorites closed. Seems Cholitas is the most recent victim. It's now dark, depressing, and empty.
Management, stop doing whatever it is you are doing as it's obviously driving away much loved tenants, and it's clear nobody is in a rush to come lease there or it would be full again. What a shame, this was a great asset to the Mt. Vernon neighborhood....