The Rockfish is known for its simple preparations and fresh ingredients. There is an open kitchen with a ceramic hearth oven and hardwood grill, where you can watch delicious seafood, steaks, burgers and pizzas being cooked. Relax in the lounge and sip your favorite beverage. Try the Thai barbecue shrimp with Asian slaw for main course or if time is a luxury you cannot afford, opt for the Italian sausage pizza. Quality meals, warm service and an elegant setting will make your visit to this restaurant well worth it.

Open since 1984, this restaurant is famous for its delicious seafood. With a combination of award winning staff and a great wine selection (it prides itself on a long list of red, white and dessert wines and has received the Wine Spectator's Award of Excellence), you can be sure of nothing but the best. The menu consists mainly of fresh seafood preparations, like Crispy Grouper, Fresh Gulf Shrimp and Seafood Dashi and the mouth watering desserts and coffee-flavored drinks bring a satisfying end to any meal.

If you're in need of a caffeine fix and a vegan menu, this is the place to go. This colorful, sprawling café has enough flavored coffees, espressos and cappuccinos to satisfy anyone's craving. It also has one of the best vegan menus in town, featuring an amazing array of non-animal entrees. One World Café was voted Baltimore's "Best Vegetarian" by the City Paper. The all-natural, chemical-free entrees are made with organic ingredients and prepared daily. The wide selection of choices include such items as the Grilled Tuna Steak Sandwich, Breaded Organic Tofu and the Eggplant Gyro. Don't forget to save room for a tasty smoothie made from 100% fruit juices or a scrumptious homemade vegan dessert. One World Café also provides catering services.

Located in the charming and centrally located Charles Village neighborhood, this relaxed, casual restaurant serves up first-rate, yet moderately priced, Korean and Japanese cuisine. Take a seat at the sushi bar and feast on fresh tuna, salmon and mackerel, or find a quiet booth and enjoy the delicious hot dishes. The bibimbap, a bowl of rice, mixed vegetables and meat, with a fried egg on top, is comfort food at its best. The understated Asian décor and fresh flowers add to the tranquil atmosphere.

Patrons of this cozy restaurant dine at glass-topped tables, charmed by the vibrant Indian prints that adorn the walls. Though the atmosphere is pleasing, it's the smooth sauces that have locals raving. From a creamy spinach sauce to a tomato-based masala, you'll find a variety of seductive spices. Of course, the specialty here is tandoor-oven-cooked meats. Select from chicken, seafood, lamb or beef dishes. The Lamb Saag, topped with a delightful spinach sauce, or the Chicken Tikka, which is served on a sizzling platter, are wonderful choices.

There's a topiary bicycle outside of this lovely Indian restaurant that perfectly accents the staid elegance you'll find inside. Located just north of the Johns Hopkins University's Homewood Campus, this restaurant's interior features dark paneling and burnished brass. It has a kind of reserved formality that's stylish without being intimidating. The Bengali Swordfish, drizzled with mango sauce is a masterpiece, as is the crab malabar. There's also a courtyard, complete with fountain, for warm weather seating.

If you're in town visiting someone who lives or works in Charles Village, chances are they know this very friendly, very casual neighborhood pub. It's far from fancy (vinyl booths, small tables, paneled walls dotted with sports pictures), but for a large number of Hopkins students, Charles Village bohemians and local business people, it's a homely place to grab a beer and burger. There are about 30 beers available, bottled and on tap, and the sandwiches, salads and other bar-fare items are hearty and modestly priced.

Named after the chef's grandmother, Gertrude's is located in the Baltimore Museum of Art. The kitchen lavishes attention on the details of each of its Maryland-style seafood dishes, making sure that each is a unique creation. The two types of crab cakes for instance are distinctly different: the Eastern Shore is traditional, made of crabmeat and little else, while the Gertie is a more modern, spicy affair. Enjoy your meal in the chic and homey pastel dining room or on the outdoor patio.

Situated in the beautiful and luxurious Doubletree Inn at the Colonnade, Alizee is a quaint place to dine in. Alizee serves some delicious American fare in its elegant dining area. The flavoring used for the dishes has a french influence which gives a great culinary twist to the taste. Pair your meal with a glass of wine from their extensive list. Alizee is a great place for a fine meal or unwinding with friends over drinks during the happy hour. Check website for further details, reservations can be made online.

With a beautiful al fresco setting, Woodberry Kitchen attracts the diners who love to dine in the open. Serving up delicious American cuisine, Woodberry Kitchen has some frequenters who love to revisit for the quality of food. Enjoy some Sweet Potato Flatbread, Wood-Baked Macaroni, Strip Steak and add on some sides like Pork Fat Fries. Pair your meal with a suitable drink to sip on in this trendy restaurant. Visit Woodberry Kitchen for the Sunday Brunch which will give your weekend a great start. Call ahead for reservations and more information.