Prim & Proper Restaurant Cocktail & Wine Bar

This is one of those hidden gems. Upscale vibes with a lot of culture in there ambiance. The Honey Jerk Lamb Chops with the Crab Cake is My favorite dish. I came out to celebrate My Birthday for the first time at this location. We were greeted promptly as we arrived and the host was very pleasant. We had reservations so we were seated immediately. Our waitress was very attentive and took our order and brought out water immediately. The food came out hot and very quickly. They have plenty of dining seating and a bar area separate from the dining seating. The music was good, made me want to dance. The bathroom was clean. The prices were on par with what I expected with a Upscale restaurant.

There isn't a sign on the building, but there is typically a sign on the sidewalk. Parking is either street or nearby garage or parking lot. All parking is within a block. Service was fantastic. Loved the drinks. Hot honey old bay are reason enough to comeback! Enjoyed the red snapper, stuffed salmon with honey glaze, lobster, Mac and cheese, kale & the sweet potato pound cake. Looks like the brunch on Sunday needs to be experienced!!!

Nice ambiance inside the restaurant. The food was not cooked to our liking. The meats were overcooked and extremely tough. Ordered cream spinach that came out raw with cream sauce on top. The drinks were very good…this place is good for drinks but overall food wise everything was very underwhelming. The staff kept reciting how this place was a 5 star restaurant…workers wore regular street clothes and overall were not professional…didn’t fit the ambiance that the restaurant has to offer….nor did it give 5 Star. Our waitress was very helpful throughout the dinner with the issues that occurred with everyone’s meals and so did the manager. If you’re into aesthetics then this place might work for you but don’t expect 5 star meals/dining.

I went to Prim & Proper with my friend to celebrate my birthday. The atmosphere was great. The piano in the lobby was a nice touch. The staff were friendly, but our server wasn't as attentive as I would have liked. The food was good, but I was not impressed by the menu options available. In fact, none of the side choices enticed me to try them. Although, I enjoyed the pork belly appetizer. And the braised oxtails were so tender that they fell off the bones. The prices are on the higher end, and there is a 20% gratuity added to your check. Overall, dining at Prim & Proper was a nice experience.

I recently dined at Prim and Proper with friends and it was a mixed experience. Let's break it down: The Good Vibes and Ambiance: The restaurant's atmosphere is on point! From the chic decor to the cozy lighting, Prim and Proper sets the mood. I loved the art work which paid homage to some iconic hip hop artists. The music also consisted of 90s, 2000s and some current R&B hits. -Service: Kudos to our server, Kevin! He was attentive, friendly, and made sure we had everything we needed. He MADE the experience. The OK: Food: I started off with the crab croquettes which were okay. The jerk chicken dish was decent, but it lacked that authentic kick. The plating was also a little messy. The bread pudding for dessert was good! Overall, Prim and Proper has potential, but there's room for improvement. I'd recommend it for a casual night out with friends, especially if you're into the vibes and great service. Just manage your expectations when it comes to the food.

Went there with a few friends to enjoy an upscale dining experience and was not disappointed. While waiting for our entire party to arrive we sat at the bar and had some cocktails. Each cocktail I and my friends had were superb, the liquors and mixers complimented each other perfectly. I'm a fan of sweet (but not too sweet) citrus and herbaceous or floral cocktails and each drink I had was a delight. Order any that appeal to you and you will not be disappointed. Once seated we order a variety of appetizers, each appealing in their own ways. The lobster ravioli was my favorite. If the pasta isn't made in house it certainly tasted as of it was. The texture was sublime, the lobster soft and buttery without that ocean taste you sometimes get with seafood, the sauce complimented it perfectly and the fresh herbs on top elevated the flavors and gave it a zingy freshness. We also got the oxtail French onion soup, not extremely meaty but packed with savory umami flavors, I'm not sure if the broth is also made in house and oxtail based but either way it was delicious. The burrata was refreshing and chill, an easy crowd pleaser. For my main I ordered the duck confit. I admittedly glossed over that it came with foie gras which isn't something I'd normally eat but it was delicious. I was eating it before I even knew what it was but it was sumptious with a meaty yet mushroom like texture. I've admittedly never had foie gras and I don't know if I'd try it again elsewhere but I loved it here. The duck was well seasoned and crisp, beautifully plated and paired with the puff pastry and puree. It looked small in terms of portion size but was quite filling. If you want *a lot* of food I'd get the braised oxtail, big meaty pieces. I prefer Jamaican styled oxtail so not quite my taste but it is what I'd imagine as a French take on it and it was still delicious. The staff was charming and polite. I rarely go to restaurants where they ask to put my napkin on my lap for me but it was a pleasant touch. The 3 hours we spent there flew by. Be prepared for a lengthy but enjoyable dining experience. This is not a place to go if you're in a rush or find it hard to maintain conversation at dinner. While I had a fabulous time, I will say the other restaurants that I believe are owned by the same folks, BLK Swan and Papi's Cuisine, are higher on my list of eateries. The 4/5 stars is to reflect that I do enjoy those places more which also have similar pricing.

I expected more for Prim and Proper, but unfortunately it did not deliver! Firstly, I highly recommend Forest (server) and Angel (manager) for their exceptional services. Forest makes the customer feel valued. Their services were the reason I didn't leave after receiving the appetizer. The quality of the food was disappointing. For example, the appetizer hot honey fried chicken were flat wings with the bone removed. The pieces were fatty and indigestible. 10% were meat and 90% fat. Sauce had a good flavor. The Wagyu burgers were not infused with cheese and honestly by the texture and dryness of the meat; it was not Waygu. Look close at the pictures included. Fries tasted day old sprinkled with salt and garlic powder. Drink (no picture) was good. The prices did not match the quality of food. Please reinvent the menu and take ideas from guests and staff members! Peach cobbler breading portion was dry, lacked sweetness, and peaches were tart. I will try brunch because I heard great reviews. If this is a fine dining restaurant why are fried chickens an option? Why were the jeans allowed for the dress code?

Went here midweek on a Wednesday to celebrate a friends birthday. While waiting for the birthday girl to arrive, I partook in the Happy Hour specials and ordered the Pineapple Express with some truffle fries. The fries were just regular…straight cut, supposed to have truffle oil season but I wasn’t visible and I barely tasted it. The drink was lovely though’ made well, sufficient amount of alcohol. For dinner I ordered the Fried Lobster Tail and wanted the broccolini, my Bestie ordered the Jerk Chicken Pasta and she too wanted the broccolini. They were out of the broccolini and we were bummed as we both really wanted to try that. According to the Bestie, her pasta was flavorful, she added on the crab fried rice and when it came out it was PURPLE. We were thinking brown rice but our waiter corrected us and said no, it’s really purple rice. I tried it and it didn’t give what I was hoping it gave, slightly mushy but no real flavor. My lobster tail seasoning was a tad bit spicy and I added on mac & cheese when told about the unavailable broccolini. I’m not a fan of overly oily mac & cheese, presentation was decent but the oil was very pervasive. I also wanted them to bring out a piece of cake for her birthday but they did not have any cake to offer. Out of the 5 menus offered via QR code they’re actually was not a dessert menu offered… I will be going back to celebrate someone else who is already booked, keeping my fingers crossed for a better food experience. Our waiter (name starts with a D?), he was awesome!!

I was treated to dinner and started with the pornstar martini (great taste) slightly higher than other cities. Then I ordered the shrimp with fried rice and a side of mac and cheese. Overall, good taste, portions were or seemed to be small unless I was extra being greedy and hungrier. My friend had the ribeye steak and said it was decent. The crispy wings were good. Nice ambience and great music. Aside from the entryway and taking photos I'll have to revisit and try some other food items. I wasn't as satisfied as I thought I would be. Food 3.5 Drinks 5 Service 5

Prim & Proper has ambiance down pat! I felt like it was giving modern speakeasy vibes. Plus, I was super intrigued by the balloon head art. There were a number of these pieces and I would return just to analyze them further. I was with a party of 6, and only 1 out of the party had eaten at this venue before. So of course there were a lot of questions for and interactions with the waiter. I'd say the waiter was made for the job, as he was super charming and put everyone at ease with his knowledge of the food and drinks offered at P&P. He was also very attentive to us throughout the course of the meal. Unfortunately, I was just a stand in for someone at this particular dinner and had eaten beforehand, so I didn't order any appetizers or entrees (though the rest of the group's food looked delish when it arrived). I did order a salad with jumbo lump crab. The presentation was amazing, but I found the salad dressing too sweet, and my first bite of the crab featured 3 pieces of shell, causing me to eat around the crab to finish the salad. I am interested in returning to try some of the apps and entrees others in my group ordered though, I won't let the salad deter me. P&P doesn't split checks, FYI, so make sure to bring cash if you're dining in a group.

I came before and wanted to come back to give this restaurant another chance as the management and organization behind my last experience was good despite my first experience.. Ambiance as always - beautiful. Great for pictures and content. The service was great! Food came out in a timely manner. The salad.. 10/10. We also had a caesar salad, mac & cheese, lobster ravioli, and more but as you can see we ate it too quickly to take pictures. I will say it was super empty when I went but I have high hopes that even with a full house I will have the same better experience next time as I had this time I went! Only super down thing this time was on slow nights they stop valet and parking is extremely hard, it was raining too but other than that great experience.

Baltimore ain't playing with great restaurants Baybeee !!! If you like eye candy , all the servers were men and were well dressed and very easy on the eye On Thursday night, I checked out Prim and Proper for my anniversary and it was giving!!!!! It wasn't packed in the dining area. The bar area had a great crowd. I will definitely go back. Our server was very nice, detailed oriented, and knowledgeable about the menu. Hennesssy Espresso Martini Lobster Ravioli Crab Croquettes Creamed Spinach Braised Oxtails (tender, great portions, and seasoned well) Valet was $15. The Music was a vibe , the artwork on the walls was beautiful and great place for pictures.

This is a hard one. I was attracted to Prim & Proper by the name alone (kudos to Marketing), and when I learned that the owner of BLK Swan -- also in Baltimore -- had a hand in this establishment, I was onboard. Prim & Proper isn't bad by any means, but it's a new restaurant attempting to gain footing in a very saturated market in Baltimore. Before my reservation, I sat at the bar where I had a Dirty Martini. After I finished my drink, I was taken to the main dining room. Prim & Proper's decor is very nice -- it lives up to its name. If I had to change anything, it would be the seating arrangement. I thought there were too many seats; it felt a bit cramped. Food & Drinks: Well, both were just okay. I tried the deviled eggs adorned with caviar and fried oysters, lobster ravioli, and their jerk chicken. The deviled eggs were good -- hard to mess that up. The lobster ravioli was a dud. The filling was not good. Where was the lobster at exactly? The ravioli itself was a little hard. Severely underwhelming. The jerk chicken was ok and pricey! Dirty Martini - I have never been served a dirty martini with unpitted olives. Enter Prim & Proper. Definitely not a good idea. It isn't the most pleasant experience to remove olive pits from your mouth while you're trying to dine, to be prim and proper (pun intended), and converse. Ditch the olives with pits! Anyway, I want to give them another try. Again, it's a new establishment, and I'm sure with time and consideration of feedback, Prim & Proper will get it right!

I called Prim & Proper to inquire if they could print personalized menus, and was told they could not not. I was hoping to have commemorative menus for my birthday dinner. Upon arrival, I used the valet parking ($15). You're met with a beautiful piano in the grand foyer. As you approach the reception desk, there's a bar to the left, and the main dining area to the right. The bar was busy, but the main dining area wasn't crowded. Upon request, we were allowed to dine in the private dining room that seats twelve people, even though we were a party of two. They were very accommodating. AESTHETICS: 5/5 Aesthetically, it is a beautiful space decorated with French bistro tiles. The servers were clad in striking yellow/mustard hued jackets. The artwork on the walls were interesting; lots of floating heads. The tables in the main dining room were situated very close together. Note: On the website, there is a dress code specified. However, I noticed two tables with athletic wear (i.e., hoodies and sneakers). SERVICE: 4.5/5 It took a while to put our order in. Upon inquiry, we learned there were only two servers working. We had Forest as our server. He was animated and cheerful. He was also thoughtful in ways that provided an elevated experience. When my friend stepped away to use the restroom, he nicely folded her napkin. He also brought two complimentary glasses of champagne for my birthday toast. He's a gem. THE FOOD: 4.5/5 We ordered a lot of food! First thing, they do not serve ANY bread (Hint! Hint!). That was a shocker. For appetizers we ordered two of the crab croquettes and the deviled eggs. The crab croquettes were so delicious, we ordered a second one. The deviled eggs were okay. I wouldn't reorder them, but they're worth trying. For the entrees, we had the lamb, and braised oxtails served with a side of sweet potato puree. It was quite tasty. It didn't have the gamey taste lamb often carries. The oxtails were huge! Three large, fall of the bones, perfectly seasoned oxtails. The accompanied bean paste was a bit salty and there was too much sauce/gravy since there was no starch with the entree. Perhaps consider offering a side of coconut basmati rice to sop up the sauce (Hint! Hint!) We shared the bread pudding for dessert. The portions were sizable. Everything seems to be a la carte. THE DRINKS: 3/5 I initially ordered the French Martini and didn't like it. It tasted medicinal. My friend didn't like her drink either and sent hers back. We both subsequently ordered the Lemon Drop and it was perfectly crafted. The specialty cocktails on the menu need tweaking to find the right balance of palette pleasing flavors. VERDICT: The food was excellent, the drinks needed improvement, and the service was great once we got started. I would return, but with tempered expectations as they workout operational challenges. I believe in due time, they will hit their stride.

Rating 3.5/5 I recently dined at Prim and Proper with friends and it was a mixed experience. Let's break it down: The Good Vibes and Ambiance: The restaurant's atmosphere is on point! From the chic decor to the cozy lighting, Prim and Proper sets the mood. I loved the art work which paid homage to some iconic hip hop artists. The music also consisted of 90s, 2000s and some current R&B hits. -Service: Kudos to our server, Kevin! He was attentive, friendly, and made sure we had everything we needed. He MADE the experience. The OK: Food: I started off with the crab croquettes which were okay. The jerk chicken dish was decent, but it lacked that authentic kick. The plating was also a little messy. The bread pudding for dessert was good! Overall, Prim and Proper has potential, but there's room for improvement. I'd recommend it for a casual night out with friends, especially if you're into the vibes and great service. Just manage your expectations when it comes to the food.

I went here for happy hour. It's located on an easy street (easy to find parking during the week). I got the sliders with no bun and the kale salad. The salad was delicious and the burgers were freshly made, no filler... pretty good to me. The place has very beautiful decor... I loved the exquisite art and old luxury concept. The service from everyone but the bartender was excellent. Isn't that a bit odd? The valet, the hosts, the staff... everyone but the man serving us at the bar! He was short with us, offered little to no input or help with making decisions, was inattentive, and almost attitudinal if we asked for modifications to drinks. Unfortunately, stuff like that can really, negatively impact your experience and desire to return. Tbh, I would return just to look at the beautiful artwork and to sit in the presence of such beautiful pieces. So, fortunately, his lackluster service didn't sway me, but it could and has with other venues. I'll be back!

This month I intentionally chose to circulate the black dollar and support black businesses. This particular restaurant caught my attention. The excitement was real when I initially heard of the collaboration between two very known restaurant owners. Papi cuisine and Blk swan!! Of course I was Under the assumption it's going to be a hit! Welp!!! 2/5 The ambience is absolutely stunning and very beautifully done. The waiters were well dressed and definitely fit the prim & proper aesthetic. The piano in the walkway was a very nice touch. Stunning portraits of very popular late African American musicians and artists such as Tupac, DMX and ODB etc. Complete Random thought: For all my NY natives DMX was born in Baltimore!! My party of Four was seated right away. As soon as we sat down the waiter explained all the food items that were sold out. Welp**. This particular waiter forgot to bring food items, very unorganized and didn't check on us as often as he should've. My party ordered the following: -jumbo shrimp and black rice (Jumbo where? the shrimp was served on a mountain of undercooked rice with mushy medium sized shrimp) I'm assuming perhaps the kitchen ran out of the jumbo pawns? -lobster ravioli- My party enjoyed this appetizer -crab croquettes (stop! Just stop all filler) this appetizer reminded me of hush puppies. -Tomahawk steak served with broccolini and au gratin potatoes. The server gave my broccolini to the other couple in my party. Unfortunately I can't rate this. -rib eye (very flavorful) The cocktails require extreme improvement. Very weak! No sweet options for women such as myself who prefer a sweet cocktail. According to the waiter sweet cocktails is something they don't offer. Ultimately I left extremely disappointed. I don't see myself returning to this restaurant. Please note: Gratuity is automatically included & valet parking is offered. Overall This restaurant has several quirks to work out. Great concept /poor execution. Food: 1/5 | Service: 1/5 | Ambience: 4/5

Newly opened black-owned restaurant. In their third week. Beautiful decor inside and out. Very bright, lots of artwork and charming. The servers all wear a uniform: dark trousers and a yellow jacket. Nice touch. The dining room was a bit too crowded for my liking. Too many tables. I would've preferred a little more space in between. I wasn't a fan of the hard chairs and very bright lighting in the dining area. Wouldn't be a restaurant I would recommend for intimate dining with your person or group. Service was very prompt. I felt a little rushed, but the servers seemed very happy and well versed on the menu. It may been a nice touch for the server to welcome me to their new restaurant. Menu. Very nice menu format. However, the menu was way too large compared to the size of the table. The drink menu was separate, but my recommendation would've been to have the food and drink menu together since the drink menu is not that extensive. Food. I must say for a new restaurant in this area, it was grossly overpriced at each category within the menu. My jerk chicken dish was over $40! It was full of good flavours, and accompanied by 3-4 small crepes that they recommended you fold over the chicken. Very similar to what other cultures do with roti or naan bread. I've had better jerk chicken just minutes away in the area for a lot less! However, it's not fair to compare and contrast pricing because the overall experience has to be factored in. And with that in mind, I conclude that the food pricing for the main dishes were $10-$20 overpriced. Drinks. Nice cocktail menu. Nice options. I ordered the Henny espresso martini. It was okay at best. Too much cream on top compared to the amount of liqueur, and did not fill the glass. I also ordered their version on a Moscow Mule (made with Mezcal tequila). This was made very well and tasted lovely. Dessert. No dessert menu. The server rattled off about 4-5 items. None of which were appealing, probably because he spoke too fast with no passion or conviction. Missed opportunity here to sell the desserts. No mention of after dinner drinks to round off. The check was paid electronically through a QR code. I would've preferred not to do this. It took away the personal service element. A 20% "service charge" was automatically added to the check. It would've been appropriate to let me know. I often feel service or tip fees have to be earned. When it is added up front, I question the desire they have to do a great job. I conclude to say, Prim and Proper is a beautiful restaurant, aesthetically. They are very new, and I'm sure they are still working through kinks, etc. I will give them that. The staff were all very nice. They offer valet parking, which is a nice touch, but there's plenty parking close by also. The food was just okay in my experience. Nothing to be impressed by, however, the presentation was very good. Food pricing was way too high on all levels and circumstances, as noted. I'm not sure if I would come back anytime soon, but I felt good knowing I was supporting a black-owned restaurant. I will always support my people. I am a little concerned that Prim and Proper may not be able to sustain a healthy and vibrant business long term based on my experience. I want the best for them moving forward. Just a few tweaks here and there to improve would be helpful.

My experience here was soso, the food was good for the most part. It was decent, but nothing was the best I ever had, which is what I'd expect at those prices. The drinks are really good, and I did like the service from the bar tender specifically, he was so nice. They make absolutely no modifications, like not even a sugar rim. Also don't split checks, and parking is not easy in that area. It's $15 to valet. I'd potentially go back if someone really wanted to, but it wouldn't be my first choice. You're essentially paying for vibes.

Prim & Proper is a collab of two black-owned restaurants I've enjoyed- Black Swan and Papi Cuisine. The Black Swan influence was felt (similar ambiance) but on a more elegant scale. From the accent and chandelier lighting, to the heavy gold tableware and the beautiful amber color waitstaff jackets, the touches of luxury adorned the intimate restaurant. Our waiters were personable and attentive. The dishes were portioned appropriately and plated beautifully. My husband ordered the oxtail and said it was amazing!! We opted for the lobster ravioli and braised pork belly apps, New York strip and oxtail for our meal with creamed spinach and duck fat fries (yum!) and creme brûlée for dessert. The strip was cooked to my preferred medium doneness but could have used more seasoning. The duck fat fries stole the show. The creme brûlée was just ok. The spinach was over salted. My husband enjoyed an smoky old fashioned (the proper) and a henny espresso martini. We were able to sit back and chat with our friends for over 3 hours without being rushed which is a rarity. The seating was tight. That's probably my only complaint. Overall, it was an enjoyable evening. I'm not sure I would return for dinner but definitely for happy hour.

I LOVED this experience! The food, service, atmosphere. Our server was amazing and honest. He gave great recommendations and always checked on us. The food was delicious and the drink!!!!!!! I cannot wait to return for more people, pics, and food! Great birthday putting. Thank you Prim & Proper!

I've enjoyed BLK Swan and I've also enjoyed Papis Cuisine. So when I heard the two were joining forces to give us Prim & Proper I had to be there. I made reservations for two for a Saturday evening. We ended up with 9 o'clock slot because the slots were going as I tried to make the reservation. Upon arrival, there is a valet available. We had to wait a few mins because he was getting another customers car. There was no signage about price but there is a $15 charge for valet. When you walk in there is beautiful artwork hanging all around, an elegant chandelier and a piano for a nice photo op. We checked in with the host and was seated promptly. Rashad was our server and he was phenomenal. He filled us in on the menu, gave us time to make our selections and checked on us periodically. Live music was featured, with a singer performing. The seating was very similar to BLK Swan. You're really close to the next table. Now on to the food. For appetizers we went with snapper ceviche and deviled eggs. The ceviche was too citrusy and the deviled eggs were just right. For my entree I went with the Jumbo shrimp with crab fried black rice. I did not enjoy my entree at all. The rice was not cooked well and the way they do the shrimp you get 2 or 3 pieces. They add shrimp tails to it that make it appear like more. Aesthetically the dish is winning but actually digging in to it I've had way better. My friend had ordered the fried chicken with hot honey and I was able to taste it. There's room for improvement with that dish too. The star of the show for me was the cocktails. I usually don't drink because I never like the taste. But they are on to something with the UN DEUX TROIS cocktail. It was so tasty I had two. Then for dessert we had the Cremé brûlée. It was okay. Some fresh fruit would have really elevated the dessert. When everything was said and done we paid $278 for two entrees, two appetizers, four drinks and a dessert. That price also includes automatic gratuity of 20%. My friend sent one of her drinks back because she didn't like it and we were still charged for it. For the money that was spent I wanted to love my food and that wasn't the case. I'm hoping with some menu revising and time things will be better. I'll probably wait a year before dining in again but I'm not opposed to the bar for that cocktail I had.

Hats off to Prim & Proper! All I'll say is Black Excellence!!!! That's the vibe given from the ambiance, the service, and the food. Started off at the bar. They have a wide selection of specialty cocktails and wine. I often worry about specialty cocktails, because they tend not to be as special as they claim. These drinks were what I'd call specialty. Watching the bartender, you can see the attention to detail with all ingredients and the overall composition of the drink. My go-to for the night was the Champagne Side Car. Our bartender was extremely friendly and appeared to be holding down the bar all by himself that night. He didn't miss a beat. Our group moved into the dining room which is absolutely stunning. Beautifully decorated with amazing art work. Our server was at our table within minutes grabbing orders. We started off with the Snapper Ceviche and the Lobster Ravioli. Both were a win. If you're contemplating the Ceviche, think no more. It's delish!!! Couldn't stop eating it. As for the entrees, our table ordered the Branzino, Jumbo Shrimp, Jerk Chicken, and the Prim and Proper Burger. Once again, everything was amazing. I ordered the Jerk chicken which was fire. Felt like I was eating jerk chicken off the grill in Jamaica. I was intrigued when the waiter explained how it's meant to be eaten. It's an experience. Make sure to place the meat in the crepe, add one of the Fresno peppers and a piece of the mint, then dip it in the jerk sauce. It's a must. I was blown away by the flavor explosion of this combination. Well done chef!!! We ended the night engaging in conversation with the Chef while enjoying our Espresso Martinis. The Chef's vision and creative food concepts were very exciting to hear. I'm looking forward to future dining experiences at Prim & Proper!!

Ok, so I wanted to try this restaurant out since it has been opened. The food was great. I had the oxtails which fell off the bone. Omg it was so good. My date had the Bronzino with capers and was excellent seasoned very well. The service was excellent. Our waiter, Forrest gave us complimentary champagne for our date night and service was excellent. All the waiting staff were wearing gold jackets and black pants. The ambiance was nice. They had some nice artwork and a who's who in black excellence photographs in the bar. We got a chance to meet one of the owners and compliment him on how much we appreciate the great atmosphere and dining. They also have valet parking for $15 tip not included. Check it out, definitely a nice vibe. FYI, a 20% gratitude is included in your bill.

Ok so this restaurant is new, we went for Grand Opening weekend. It is co-owned by the owner of Blk Swan and the owner of Papi Cuisine. I didn't know what to expect because I lovvvve Blk Swan but I hateee Papi Cuisine. This place is aiming to be upscale, everyone was dressed nicely and the staff looked amazing. I felt as though it wasn't completely convincing of "upscale." I didn't like the seating, felt cafeteria-like. Drink: French 75 (it was ok), my friend had an Espresso Martini which she said was REALLY good Food: Spicy Rigatoni (it was also just ok, for $40 it definitely needed more than the 18 noodles I got!) Shrimp with crab fried rice - interesting, also ok, but rice was hard as a rock Deviled eggs - very tasty! The food was ok. It wasn't bad, but am I home daydreaming about the food...no. Although this is considered upscale, the food really didn't stand out, but again it wasn't bad. This place could really turn out to be great after they work out the small kinks. Good job on opening week.

We went here for a pre- Mothers Day dinner. It was nice. We were late for our reservation but they were able to seat us anyway. We ordered drinks and the ceviche. I have never had ceviche before but clearly I've been missing out. It was delicious. The drinks were good too. I ordered the bronzino and my friend ordered the oxtails. Both dishes were very tasty. My friend said the oxtails were the best he's tasted in a long time. The lobster mac and cheese was so good. And we ordered the bread pudding, as well as the peach cobbler. Both could've been better with a side of ice cream but the bread pudding was so damn good. The service was decent but at times a little slow. While it was a nice dining experience, I wouldn't consider this an upscale restaurant. Their menu is a la carte which I don't really think it should be but all was well. And you do have to pay for valet which is $15 which is needed since there really isn't parking in that area. But if you're looking for a nice place to enjoy a good meal I would recommend this as an option.

We went for my wife's birthday last Sunday. She was so excited to dress up and experience the new restaurant. Like majority of the posts stated, the ambiance was breathtaking; however that's where it stopped. Tabling- As an upscale restaurant, there's no way I should be using ONE fork for my salad and main dish. You should be seated with the full spread of utensils Food- My wife got the duck and I got the pasta dish... Underwhelming to say the least, noodles were hard and duck was too salty. We left disappointed and won't be returning; we spent well over $200 to leave dissatisfied and wanting a good meal.

I went to Prim & Proper on opening Saturday night. Reservation for 8pm. Was greeted by nice gentleman offering to take our coats. Very hospitable. Our server took about 8 minutes to greet us. Very nice young man with a pleasant smile. We ordered Martinis - Delicious. I started with the deviled eggs, they were creamy with a nice tang. My friend started with crab croquettes which she enjoyed. My friend raved about the salmon en croute that she ordered. I had the shrimp and crab black rice. Salty and the rice was hard and crunchy. I understand black rice to be chewy but it was for sure undercooked so beware of that. I finished my meal with the crème brûlée which was creamy with a crunchy shell, to standard. Ambiance: There was a young lady singing softly to R&B covers. Here's my issue: I specifically came to see the fanfare that has been posted all over social media with the live band and the upstairs "cotton club" like area. IT IS NOT OPENED, on opening weekend. ALSO, I was told that would be members only. Very disappointing and to me quite misleading. I would be hesitant to visit this restaurant again without the other portion of the experience, the food alone does not carry the weight of the upscale entertainment dining experience advertised.

Prime and Proper is a nice black owned restaurants ,that just open over a little over 8 months, I will give there food 9/10 .the restaurants has very elegant decor! I would rank the service 10/10.

I want to first say that ambiance it's really nice! The tables are very close together, so it's a tight space. My drink was great but the amount of whip cream was too much, it just needed a little bit. Which was a shame because the drink itself was really good. They were out of Ribeye, Sea Bass and Ox tails, the charcuterie board was only cheese and bread because they were out of meat. The service was great, the men look amazing in their yellow. I know they just opened, but based on price and the experience I don't think the food is worth the price. My steak was overcooked and bland, I think the duck fat was missing in the fries For $250 for two people I expect more.

After seeing beautiful pictures online of Prim and Proper's soft opening I couldn't wait to try it. My friends made a Friday night reservation on the second night this place was open. Risky, but I was free. Our agreed opinion "was nothing was bad". That sounds worse than it is. The second night a restaurant is open is tough. You often leave thinking you will come back when they work out the kinks. But Prim and Proper was doing pretty good night two. The only thing was they were out of a few items and I had the bad luck of ordering 3 of them. We had 6:45 reservation and we're taken care of very well by all the staff. The host was great and even took an IG worthy picture of us as we left. Service was good and everyone was very attentive. A singer was setting up as we were leaving. I would have loved to stay to hear but we needed to let other people eat. Now for food and drink. I love old fashioneds and get them wherever I go. Prim and Proper had 4 on the cocktail menu. Sadly my first two picks weren't available, but my honey old fashioned was pretty great. For appetizers we had deviled eggs, lobster ravioli and foie gras. I have no review for the eggs. We are the foie gras before the camera could but it was good. The lobster ravioli has a wonderful sauce and was really stuffed with lobster. The ravioli was a little thick, but Day 2. Our entries are pictured below and were all good. My friend had the shrimp dish and I had a bite. I can see myself getting that next time I come. We passed on dessert and it was good to see the place filling up.

Went for a friend's birthday. It was 8 people and we had a reservation. The service was good. The ambiance was lovely. I do feel the menu was somewhat limited. However I am noticing most restaurants have a larger drink menu now. My meal was the waiters suggestion and it didn't disappoint. One thing I did notice was that the waiter would leave for extended periods of time but not just our waiter all of the tables were experiencing the same thing. I felt it may have been a way allow you to order more but after 1 hour and 30 minutes it felt drawn out. Over all the experience was pleasant .

The food was overpriced, cheaply made -- who puts peanuts (not pecans) on a sweet potato casserole? Also, the egg fried rice was horrible and the shrimp -- only 3 with the heads included. who eats shrimp heads? This was one of the worst dining experiences I have ever had. I wouldn't give this place any stars if that were possible.

Great atmosphere and food was superior. We celebrate our anniversary and we had braised oxtails and jumbo shrimp with crab fried black rice. I highly recommend Prim & Proper.

I enjoyed my dinner at Prim & Proper the ambience was very nice with cute details to make you enjoy the dining experience. The cocktail menu was fun but a little expensive. My husband and I ordered an appetizer, main course, and a side to try the entire menu. The food was OK. I'm not sure the price is worth it. Our food came out extremely fast, which was a plus but that also means it was not made to order. The deviled eggs had great toppings that included caviar, fried oyster, and bacon bits, but had no flavor. You could tell it had been sitting in the fridge for a while. The pork belly was delicious but obviously was cooked yesterday or earlier in the day. My husband ordered the burger and thought it was delicious but overcooked . I ordered the crab croquettes and cream spinach as a side. I was happy with the meal I put together, the spinach could use a touch of salt. We were not offered dessert and our check was brought to the table so I can't comment on what they had as an option. We may give this a try again after they've been open for a little while.

Crab and avocado salad, Caesar salad and crab fritters were all great. Also had 2 honey old fashions and got a pleasant buzz. I'd go back, all here for supporting Black owned businesses in Baltimore

Walking into the restaurant, the piano, chandelier and photos are nice. When you get into the restaurant, it's cute, but just okay in my opinion. The price point is too expensive for what you are getting. I had a party of three- steak which came with au graten potatoes, duck confit, crab rice and prawns, Caesar salad, deviled eggs, charcuterie board, broccolini, creamed spinach and au graten potatoes as appetizer and accompaniments. The potatoes were burnt on the bottom, the duck was very salty and the charcuterie board had the worst bread I have ever had. It was extremely hard. We had three drinks that were basic. The waiters were very attentive, dressed nicely and explained the menu well. It was my birthday and they provided glasses of champagne which was very nice and appreciated. The music sounded like a recording, at one point turned up very loud, but after a few minutes , the volume was reduced to a reasonable tone. Was the experience horrible? No, it absolutely was not, however, they will need to improve on the menu and portions if they plan to continue charging exorbitant prices. Almost $500 for three people was expensive and not worth it for a basic meal. My expectation was set much higher for the cost and I was a little disappointed. I would not dare complain as nothing was egregious, just not worth the cost in my opinion.

I went on a solo date last night and the whole staff was amazing! I sat at the bar since I was by myself. My bartender Kevin was such a delight. Very attentive, professional and knowledgeable. Kevin, along with two other gentlemen (sorry I didn't get their names) helped me pick out drinks and what to eat. I got the Un Deux Trois and Reisling for my drinks. I started with the Caesar salad which was tasty. I liked that I could taste the anchovies in the dressing. Then I got the lobster ravioli which was AMAZING! Chef Calvin brought me out my food and even came back to check how I liked it. It was my first time trying branzino and I will definitely be back. The music wasn't too loud. The decor was beautiful and the whole staff was wonderful! I'll definitely be back!

My girlfriend and I were excited to try Prim and Proper during their grand opening. We were definitely underdressed, so be sure to follow the business casual dress requirement. The aesthetics of the restaurant was charming. The staff were friendly and helpful. I got the jumbo shrimp, which was okay. The seasoning didn't add much, and the crab in the black rice didn't stand out. My girlfriend got the oxtail, which was good. It was incredibly tender and sat on pureed butter beans. What's interesting is that they have a dress code. I haven't found a neat way to eat oxtail. They are still working on a few things, with them only being open for a few days. Be patient with the service as they are a new restaurant. I'd come back in a few weeks to try again.

Prim & Proper is a great new addition to the Baltimore food scene! My party got the deviled eggs, crab and avocado salad, oxtail, spicy rigatoni, shrimp and crab rice, duck fat fries, broccolini, and the bronzino. All came out hot and at a good pace! Drinks were also delicious and creative. The restaurant was beautifully decorated and the artwork was on point. I will be back!

Absolutely best experience I've ever had at a restaurant! Everything we tasted was beyond delicious, I wish I could have eaten more. The cocktails were perfect and presentation was on point I can't wait to go back to try something new. Definitely my new favorite restaurant for date night! If you want to impress your girl, this is the place to take her.

I went for dinner on 2/2/24. Forest was our waiter. He was amazing. Not all of the items in the menu were available. The deviled eggs, oxtails, fried chicken, broccolini and the drinks were all delicious. My Dad was drinking single malt scotch and I was drinking French 75. There was one appetizer we had that was kinda tough so it made it difficult to chew. I will include a picture. I think it would have been better to cut the menu down to what they had versus having the waiter keep repeating what they didn't have yet. The ambiance is nice. I think allowing men to sit in a restaurant named Prim and Proper with hats on is contrary to the vibe I think you're trying to create. I will go back to try some other items on the menu. All in all I had a great time.

Food delicious and nicely placed, thanks to the Chef! Service top tier thanks to Mr. Forrest. The ambiance was so perfect and inviting. So much so, that my family (7 folks from 5 to 60) spent a few hours enjoying ourselves and the entire staff. Cozy and comfortable location in downtown Baltimore. Folks don't sleep on this spot. You will not regret it!

I'm shocked to see low ratings in the reviews below as this is one of the best restaurants I've ever been to Pricing was pretty on point considering this is downtown, it's what I was expecting to pay But the ambiance and the environment and the live music is what really made this place stand out The owner came out and greeted us during our dinner and I thought that was cool seeing as the restaurant is still pretty new I would give this place a 6th star if I could Will definitely be coming back Jamaican Jerk Chicken was

If I could leave no stars I would. DO NOT GO TO THIS ESTABLISHMENT!!! First of all, the ambiance was so stiff and dry. The tables are literally facing the kitchen! Why would anyone want to sit and watch the staff in the kitchen all night?? The only time i want to watch a chef cook food is if it's Hibachi! The waiter (Kevin) was so annoying but yet didn't try to accommodate us in any way. The food was horrible. And the prices were unbelievable. We was a party of 2 and the bill was way over $200... for nothing!! I got oxtails (which was all fat) that came with beans, I don't eat beans so I asked could I substitute? The waiter said I can have mash potatoes instead. Which was fine. The potatoes was INSTEAD potatoes, and runny. They charged $16 for a substitute! In that case they should have still given me the beans, whether I ate them or not. Since I paid full price for a side ($16!) My bf got the sea bass with a lobster tail. And when I tell you, it was a portion for a child! It came with uneditable garnish on the plate. All for $68!!! It was also my bday, and my gf asked them if they had any bday desserts or complimentary bday gestures? We was told no, but we could buy a $20 dessert and they can stick a candle in it. What??? Also the glasses are so small so the waiter had to refill our water like 20x!! And let's not forget they added a 20% gratuity charge and had to nerve after we paid, came back to the table and ask if we like to leave more ...."but u don't had to" he said. NO KIDDING!!! I will never in life revisit this place! Black businesses always drop the ball. I try to support but they always either over charging or just give horrible service. In this case, it was both!! DON'T GO!!!

Food portions were a bit small, but the taste and presentation were excellent. Forest was an excellent server, and the ambiance holds an elegant vibe.

Horrible service, noisy room, subpar food. Needless to say this was a "one and done". I was really excited to try this restaurant, very sad it was so bad. Don't waste your time or money.