A former mill village along the Jones Falls whose main street, West 36th Street, is known locally as The Avenue. Quirky shops and a strong local food scene, plus the famous Christmas lights on 34th Street.
What to eat here
- Small independent restaurants on The Avenue
- Brunch and coffee
- Dinner in converted mills along the Jones Falls
Checked places in Hampden
Asian street food · Hampden · $
Ekiben
Known for: Steamed buns, Taiwanese-style fried chicken, rice bowls
New Mexican café · Hampden · $$
Golden West Cafe
Known for: Green chile, breakfast burritos, a funky room
Bar and restaurant · Hampden · $$
Rocket to Venus
Known for: Quirky comfort food, drinks, a retro room
Pacific Island and pub cooking · Hampden · $$$
The Duchess
Known for: SPAM musubi, pork lumpia, ube pancakes, weekend brunch
Chesapeake seafood · Hampden · $$$
True Chesapeake Oyster Co.
Known for: Their own farmed oysters, roasted oysters, crab cakes
Seasonal American tavern · Hampden · $$$
Woodberry Tavern
Known for: Oyster pie, rockfish, softshell crab pancakes
Tips
- Weekends are busy; street parking fills early.
- Visit the 34th Street lights in December.
Nearby neighborhoods
Tips from travellers
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