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Magdalena, A Maryland Bistro

4.4(321)
Bistro

About

Magdalena, A Maryland Bistro, serves refined French-influenced cuisine crafted from Chesapeake Bay's seasonal bounty. The menu evolves with local ingredients, showcasing sustainable practices and culinary artistry in an elegant, inviting setting.

The venue offers five distinct private dining spaces, including a garden room overlooking a walled courtyard and an intimate wine cellar with a curated selection of 100-point wines. Attentive service and a thoughtful cocktail program make Magdalena well-suited for memorable business dinners and small group events.

Best for

  • Intimate client dinners with refined local cuisine
  • Private tastings in curated wine and whiskey rooms
  • Elegant team celebrations in garden or dining spaces

Request a Package

Tell the venue what you're planning and they'll respond with a custom proposal within 1–2 business days.

Group Dining Event

Custom request

Perfect for team dinners, client lunches, and celebration meals. Reserve a private or semi-private space for your group with food, drinks, and AV if needed.

What's typically included

  • Private or semi-private space
  • Food & beverage
  • AV & technology

Happy Hour

Custom request

Host a relaxed evening reception for your team or clients. Reserve a space for drinks and light bites in a social, low-key setting.

What's typically included

  • Private or semi-private space
  • Food & beverage

Full Buyout

Custom request

Take over the entire restaurant for your event. Full control of the space, menu, and atmosphere — ideal for large celebrations or exclusive corporate events.

What's typically included

  • Full venue layout
  • Food & beverage
  • AV & technology

Venue Details

Standout features

Food & Beverage
Seasonal Chesapeake Bay-inspired cuisine
The menu features refined, from-scratch bistro fare that highlights locally sourced ingredients from the Chesapeake Bay region. Dishes change seasonally, reflecting sustainable practices and culinary artistry with bright flavors and thoughtful
Cocktail Program
Culinary-forward, hyper-seasonal cocktails
Cocktails are crafted with rare spirits and small-batch ingredients, incorporating seasonal fruits, vegetables, herbs, and spices. Each drink tells a story, offering a unique and memorable tasting experience.
Private Dining Spaces
Five distinct, curated private dining rooms
Magdalena offers diverse private dining options including The Garden Room overlooking a walled courtyard, the intimate Treasury, the whimsical Tasting Room with a curated whiskey collection, and a Wine Cellar featuring 100-point wines for up to

At a glance

Rated 4.4 on Google · 321 reviews