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Aida Bistro & Wine Bar

Howard Magazine just released its annual reader's survey of the Best of Dining 2010 Dining Awards. We are very proud to announce that AIDA Bistro & Wine Bar received 3 Best of Dining Awards for Best Italian, Overall Best Restaurant and Best Service. We also received 6 honorable mentions for Best Chef, Fine Dining, Place to Take Out-of-Towners, Tapas/Small Plates, Wine List & Wine Tasting. We won 9 Awards which is an outstanding honor for our family owned and operated restaurant! Thank you, our customers, for your support.
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175 Current Reviews
Summary of Diner Ratings & Reviews
Overall 
4.1 / 5
(Outstanding) 4.1 / 5
(175 Reviews)
Open Ratings Snapshot
Rating Breakdown 175 reviews
5 stars
(78)
4 stars
(60)
3 stars
(24)
2 stars
(10)
1 star
(3)
Food 
4.2 / 5
(Outstanding) 4.2 / 5
Service 
4.3 / 5
(Outstanding) 4.3 / 5
Ambiance 
3.9 / 5
(Very Good) 3.9 / 5
Noise Level
2.1 / 3
Energetic
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  • notable wine list(123)
  • fit for foodies(110)
  • special occasion(82)
  • neighborhood gem(61)
  • romantic(48)
  • good for groups(35)
Aida Bistro & Wine Bar Reviews List
Review 1 for Aida Bistro & Wine Bar
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Loved it! Aida herself came

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Loved it! Aida herself came to the table to chat with us. The service was exceptional the waitress was attentive without being pushy. The wine selection is excellent and their wines on tap make it easy to sample many or just have a little of a favorite. We loved the smaller portions on the menu, it allowed us to eat a 3 course meal and dessert (which was offered in smaller sizes too!) without feeling we'd eaten to much. The cream of crab soup was delicious with chunks of crab and a rich flavor, the baked oyster were so fresh and delicious and the flounder was cooked and seasoned to perfection. We will be back many, many, many times!!! Our reservation was for 6 and I'm glad we went early because it filled up!"
Dined on 04/13/2013
 2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list
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Review 2 for Aida Bistro & Wine Bar
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Best food we've had in Howard

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
"Best food we've had in Howard County since moving here. Fabulous & fresh. Will go again."
Dined on 04/13/2013
 2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 3 for Aida Bistro & Wine Bar
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Wonderful dining experience at Aida

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"I LOVED AIDA! This wasn't the first time we've eaten there and each time has been wonderful. When I made my reservation on Open Table, I was asked if I had any concerns. Joe, the owner, called me to discuss my dietary restrictions. He was wonderful. I said we have a Vegan, Organic preference and IC diet restricted diners. He said they had a vegan option which my daughter enjoyed and although their concentration was on Farm to table, most items were not organic, which turned out to not be an issue for our cousin. Most of all he worked with me and the chef to develop something that I could eat on a highly restrictive IC diet for Interstitial Cystitis. Everyone was so wonderful and we all enjoyed our meals. Mary was great too! Enjoy!"
Dined on 04/13/2013
 2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list
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Review 4 for Aida Bistro & Wine Bar
Overall rating 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5

Over priced

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Dined on 5/07/2013
Food 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Service 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Ambiance 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"This was my second time to Aida Bistro. It just doesn't measure up. Both times I've been here I walked out feeling the meal was good but not worth the price. The prices are high and the food is good but not excellent. It is quite noisy - like a bar at happy hour. The Iron Bridge Wine Bar has much better food for a similar price. Our Wine flight only had one nice wine. The others were mediocre. I live in Annapolis and have friends in the Gaithersburg & Brookeville area and we often try to find a place in Columbia to meet. We will not be retuning to Aida"
Dined on 5/07/2013
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Review 5 for Aida Bistro & Wine Bar
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Another Good Night at Aida

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Dined on 5/04/2013
Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"We have frequented Aida on several occassions, including once where we had the opportunity to sit at the chef's table in the kitchen (an amazing experience). Aida has a large variety of wines on tap and we again had the opportunity to taste several through sampling a variety of 3 ounce pours. The good was perfect, we opted for a pri fix offering and all 3 of the courses were fantastic - Sean and kitchen was marvelous again."
Dined on 5/04/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, romantic, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, hot spot, special occasion, kid-friendly
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Review 6 for Aida Bistro & Wine Bar
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Great Service

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Dined on 5/04/2013
Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Our server was Joanne, who was just excellent. Very attentive, professional and knowledgeable. The food was delicious. I thought the prices were a little high, but overall it was a great meal."
Dined on 5/04/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list, special occasion
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Review 7 for Aida Bistro & Wine Bar
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

First Time's a Charm

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"We had a hard time selecting dishes from the Prixe Fixe menu which had several choices. We could taste the advantage the Farm-to-Table aethestic especially in the vegetables. Three of us had the Beet Salad with Fennel. I dove into the PEI Mussels in Tarragon Cream while a friend savored the flatbread. Two of my friends respectively had the chicken noodle soup and Pasta Primavera which they enjoyed for the hardiness of the ingredients. Another friend and I scooped up the fresh-off-the cob corn soup served with the perfectly seared scallops. We selected wines from the straight-from-cask system which allows the restaurant to offer different size servings including flights palatably. The our server and staff were attentive and informative."
Dined on 04/27/2013
 2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list
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Review 8 for Aida Bistro & Wine Bar
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Amazing food. Great Wine.

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Amazing food. Great Wine. Awesome Wait staff. Only problem is they change their menu frequently, so I'll just have to make reason to go back again."
Dined on 04/27/2013
 2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list, special occasion
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Review 9 for Aida Bistro & Wine Bar
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Love Aida Wine Bar and Bistro!

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Love Aida Wine Bar and Bistro! We just recently discovered this gem and have already been back for a second visit to celebrate a special occasion. The food is delicious, the wine is excellent and the service has been exceptional both times!"
Dined on 04/27/2013
 2008
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 10 for Aida Bistro & Wine Bar
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Columbia's Gem

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"I have been to Aida Bistro multiple times in the past for both business and personal reasons. For business, they have a suitable dining room available equipped with wifi and a large flat screen television for presentations and meetings, with catering included. For personal visits with friends and loved ones, the atmosphere is quiet and welcoming. The food quality and taste is far better beyond any other restaurants in the area. The kitchen is open for tours at any time, and the head chef is always open to visit customers. All of the food is hand-made fresh by the cooks. The portion sizes are precise and everything is clean. By far one of the best restaurants I have ever been to."
Dined on 04/27/2013
 2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for outdoor dining, late-night find, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, great for lunch, hot spot
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Review 11 for Aida Bistro & Wine Bar
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

First time there and found

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"First time there and found the food to be very good and the service excellent. Not a place for a romantic dinner as it is quite noisy. They had an excellent dinner and wine menu. We left stuffed and had desert which is rare for us. Would definitely recommend and go there again for a special occasion."
Dined on 04/27/2013
 2011
Special Features: neighborhood gem, notable wine list
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Review 12 for Aida Bistro & Wine Bar
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Quality dining

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"High quality ingredients, well prepared. A step above anywhere else in Columbia."
Dined on 04/26/2013
 2008
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, special occasion
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Review 13 for Aida Bistro & Wine Bar
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

The food and wine was excellent,

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"The food and wine was excellent, as was the service. It was pretty quiet, but the tables are fairly close together so it doesn't feel as "private" as some places. The appetizers seemed to be the biggest hits with our party of four. I really like how many wines they have on "tap" so you can purchase them by the glass."
Dined on 04/25/2013
 2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, special occasion
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Review 14 for Aida Bistro & Wine Bar
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Food good/wine iffy

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Not able to get bottles of wine, but only "on-tap" bottles is not a good idea. The "same" wine is not the same on-tap as it is in bottles. Since we are wine drinkers, it will make us reluctant to come back here where we have been many times, and where the food is absolutely wonderful. If you are not seasoned wine drinkers, it will be still a wonderful place."
Dined on 04/18/2013
 2006
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 15 for Aida Bistro & Wine Bar
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

Great pasta dishes. Not a

Food 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Great pasta dishes. Not a lot of low carb selections. Amazing wine list."
Dined on 04/20/2013
 2006
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, notable wine list, romantic
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Review 16 for Aida Bistro & Wine Bar
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

As always the food prep and

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5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"As always the food prep and presentation were over the top! Seasonal specials are always great."
Dined on 04/19/2013
 2007
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, special occasion, great for lunch
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Review 17 for Aida Bistro & Wine Bar
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Absolutely incredible place.

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Absolutely incredible place. Took a chance searching for a nice place and struck gold."
Dined on 04/13/2013
 2005
Special Features: good for groups, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 18 for Aida Bistro & Wine Bar
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Incredible Find!

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Food is one of the best we have ever had. We know when we like wine but bot enough to order good wine but John was amazing and suggested the perfect wines based on our description. Even with a large number of tables, service was perfectly timed even down to the next taste of wine. Though not a "romantic " place the ambiance was eclectic with a bar area, a casual seating area and of course the Chef Table which we hope to try next time."
Dined on 04/13/2013
 2006
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, special occasion
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Review 19 for Aida Bistro & Wine Bar
Overall rating 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5

Three strikes, you're out

Food 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5
Service 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"This was my third time at the restaurant and was the last. It's very close to my office and is a "go-to" place due to that, but I will drive further from now on so that I can have decent food. The food is, plain and simply, "bad". The prices, for the little servings you get, are outrageous. I had 8 people for lunch with NO ALCOHOL and it was $247 for sub-standard food. The service is so phony and obsequious that it is absolutely obnoxious. They hover and interrupt you constantly but then don't do the things requested, like bringing bread or water. This place has a great menu and a beautiful decor and setting, but the poor food and ridiculously pushy service will put this one on the bottom of my list for good."
Dined on 04/05/2013
 2012
Special Features: good for groups
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Review 20 for Aida Bistro & Wine Bar
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

appetizer, entrée and wine

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"appetizer, entrée and wine were all delicious. Our waitress made recommending the wine to accompany our meal and it was a great choice. My only disappointment was dessert. I didn't think the raspberry crème brulee or the chocolate, peanut butter torte was anything special and definitely not worth the calories. I think I'll skip dessert the next time."
Dined on 04/04/2013
 2008
Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list, special occasion
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Review 21 for Aida Bistro & Wine Bar
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

I was a bit disappointed in

Food 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Service 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"I was a bit disappointed in the evening.
They did not seem to be very attentive, in particular for the price of the meal.
The quality was good, nice fresh pasta, but not particularly outstanding.
I guess I expect more for the money.
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Dined on 03/30/2013
 2006
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Review 22 for Aida Bistro & Wine Bar
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

The food at Aida was absolutely

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"The food at Aida was absolutely delicious. The menu does not include a very large number of items, but they are varied, locally sourced, and interesting. The soup, salad, and entrees were really good, but I think my favorite part was the bread and olive oil. Our cocktails were a bit disappointing, but they clearly prioritize the wine. Aida herself visited our table and seemed to sincerely care about our experience. It was an expensive and high-end meal, but I would definitely go back."
Dined on 03/30/2013
 2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 23 for Aida Bistro & Wine Bar
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

Uneven Meal

Food 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Our most recent visit to Aida found us staring at a very limited menu that did not offer much in the way of interesting entrees. So we decided to just share several appetizers. We started with the popcorn shrmip, which was delicious. Then we had the soup du jour, cream of crab. It was just okay...not much cream evident, no sherry, and way too much Old Bay seasoning. We then shared two of the large flatbreads--the smoked salmon, which is alway excellent, and the Vitello Tonnato, a combination of tuna and veal which was far less successfully, primarily due to the fact that the bread itself was underdone and not crispy like that of the salmon. So, the food was a bit uneven this time out, but that is pretty rare. We will be back."
Dined on 03/30/2013
 2008
Special Features: fit for foodies
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Review 24 for Aida Bistro & Wine Bar
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

Expected some chef specials.

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Expected some chef specials. Menu was a little thin on selections. And nobody is paying 32.99 for scallops in a corporate park restaurant."
Dined on 03/26/2013
 2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list
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Review 25 for Aida Bistro & Wine Bar
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Great out-of-the-way gem!

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Very enjoyable experience for our party of four on a recent Saturday evening. The server, John, was an expert and real ambassador for the place. He knew the restaurant's selling points -- the benefits of using taps for wine, the way they select and carve their meats -- and promoted them accordingly with a zeal I haven't seen in a while. The appetizers, main course, desserts and wines were all top shelf (and, as you'd expect, the prices match that). Definitely will come back!"
Dined on 03/23/2013
 2008
Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list, special occasion
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Review 26 for Aida Bistro & Wine Bar
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

i always have great meals

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"i always have great meals here. went for lunch for the first time and continued to have a great meal."
Dined on 03/22/2013
 2007
Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list, romantic, great for lunch
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Review 27 for Aida Bistro & Wine Bar
Overall rating 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5

High hopes dashed

Food 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Service 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Ambiance 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Expensive wine, spotty service, mixed food, dreadful ambiance."
Dined on 03/23/2013
 2011
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Review 28 for Aida Bistro & Wine Bar
Overall rating 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5

I ordered the special. It

Food 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Service 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Ambiance 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"I ordered the special. It was tasteless and when the waiter was informed he just shrugged his shoulders. This after bragging about how good the restaurant was. I have been to Aidas many time as it is convenient. I find it uneven."
Dined on 03/20/2013
 2007
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Review 29 for Aida Bistro & Wine Bar
Overall rating 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5

This place was very expensive

Food 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Service 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"This place was very expensive and the food was not all that good and the serving sizes were small. We waited a long time for our food. I was disappointed because this place received great reviews from others. The best things about this place are free parking and the fact that we could hear ourselves talk. One other negative, we had a reservation for 4 but 5 people arrived and our waiter told me that he would probably not be able to accommodate us. It worked out, but I was surprised by his attitude."
Dined on 03/16/2013
 2013
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Review 30 for Aida Bistro & Wine Bar
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

An exceptional place

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"We had a perfect evening. A dinner before a Baltimore Symphony concert. We had two specials for the day: mushroom soup and veal saltimboca. Both were wonderfully done. A first rate kitchen. The cheese plate choices for dessert were varied and good quality. The pecorino was especially tasty. The wine list is good to very good. The wine we ordered was not available, but the suggested alternate was good enough that I am ordering a case. Needless to say, this was a good night for us. The service was attentive."
Dined on 03/14/2013
 2006
Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list, special occasion
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Review 31 for Aida Bistro & Wine Bar
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

The best restaurant in the

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"The best restaurant in the greater Howard County area. Salmon flatbread is spectacular. Mahi mahi and veal chop were incredible. Great wines on tap -- 30 of them. We generally sit in the bar area and the service from Bernie or Kate is second to none."
Dined on 03/14/2013
 2005
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups, great for outdoor dining, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, great for lunch
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Review 32 for Aida Bistro & Wine Bar
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

I took out of town clients

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"I took out of town clients and they really enjoyed Aida, as I always do. While it is not in the restaurant park or at the big box center, it is well worth the few extra minutes to get there."
Dined on 03/13/2013
 2006
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, great for lunch
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Review 33 for Aida Bistro & Wine Bar
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

I had a great lunch with a

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"I had a great lunch with a coworker here. The three cheese flatbread was tasty but did not come to the table very warm. The lamb burger and sweet potato fries made up for it, though, as did the chocolate bread pudding. Great service all around."
Dined on 03/11/2013
 2006
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, great for lunch, hot spot
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Review 34 for Aida Bistro & Wine Bar
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

way too noisy - we could not

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"way too noisy - we could not have a conversation at our table"
Dined on 03/09/2013
 2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list
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Review 35 for Aida Bistro & Wine Bar
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

First time at Aida

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"First time colleague and I went, great wine selection on tap.
Had the charcuterie and cheese boards, very good.
Will go to try the chefs table experience.
"
Dined on 02/27/2013
 2008
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 36 for Aida Bistro & Wine Bar
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

The noise was so bad that

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"The noise was so bad that it affected much of the experience. The menu was intersting and the service was mixed."
Dined on 03/02/2013
 2011
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Review 37 for Aida Bistro & Wine Bar
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Really special! So happy

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Really special! So happy to find this restaurant! The food and wine was outstanding."
Dined on 03/02/2013
 2011
Special Features: neighborhood gem, notable wine list, special occasion
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Review 38 for Aida Bistro & Wine Bar
Overall rating 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5

Overpriced, poor service.

Food 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Service 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5
Ambiance 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Overpriced, poor service. 1 of 4 guest main course came out 20 minutes after rest. All pasta was undercooked and kobi beef was overcooked. Calamari tough."
Dined on 03/01/2013
 2010
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Review 39 for Aida Bistro & Wine Bar
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

Not worth the money

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"My friend and I recently went to Aida Bistro & Wine bar for the first time. Our waitress was attentive, however, only towards my friend. As she explained everything she seemed to completely tune me out and only speak to hear. My friend noticed this as well and we both found this pretty rude.
The food was very good but very overpriced. I have eaten the same quality of food and better in other restaurants for a much lower price (for example Bonefish Grill).
There was a decent amount of wine to choose from but not really more than I see in other places. The cost of the wine was quite high too.
Overall, I guess it was worth finding out that it's not worth going back (if that makes sense)"
Dined on 03/01/2013
 2008
Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list, special occasion
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Review 40 for Aida Bistro & Wine Bar
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Never a place to disappoint,

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Never a place to disappoint, Aida did it again!
The salmon flatbread was perfect as usual and the service was timely. Well done!
"
Dined on 03/01/2013
 2006
Special Features: kid-friendly, neighborhood gem, notable wine list
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Review 41 for Aida Bistro & Wine Bar
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

The 'by the glass' wine selection

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"The 'by the glass' wine selection was excellent."
Dined on 02/28/2013
 2009
Special Features: notable wine list
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Review 42 for Aida Bistro & Wine Bar
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

A definite Must for those who love

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Great service and food was very good. Recommend the pre-fix and must try the pork belly. The only weak spot was the beet salad. That was a little pedestrian. Absolutely recommend this resturant to everyone."
Dined on 02/23/2013
 2007
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic
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Review 43 for Aida Bistro & Wine Bar
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

The food was excellent and

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"The food was excellent and freshly made. The service was very good. The tables for two are a bit close and limits the ability to have a private conversation. Excellent wine selection."
Dined on 02/20/2013
 2012
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Review 44 for Aida Bistro & Wine Bar
Overall rating 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5

Pick another place!

Food 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Service 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5
Ambiance 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Service was curt at wine bar, especially seeing as we spent a good deal on vino. Pasta was undercooked. I was disappointed that we used our night out on this dud. We've had much better service elsewhere."
Dined on 02/15/2013
 2005
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Review 45 for Aida Bistro & Wine Bar
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

I thought the wine's were

Food 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Service 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"I thought the wine's were very good. The food was pretty good too, but I thought the flavors could have been better at the price point. Everything was REALLY over priced. Dinner and a little more than a bottle of wine for two was 220 dollars."
Dined on 02/15/2013
 2007
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, notable wine list, special occasion
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Review 46 for Aida Bistro & Wine Bar
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

Over priced mediocre food.

Food 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Over priced mediocre food. Considering the fact that the wine is from a tap not a bottle and comes in various amounts such as 3oz. or 5oz. it is also over priced."
Dined on 02/16/2013
 2006
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Review 47 for Aida Bistro & Wine Bar
Overall rating 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5

I was disappointed with this

Food 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Service 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Ambiance 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"I was disappointed with this place. It looked good on the website and there were plenty of positive reviews.
Food: Meh. Nothing special.
Service: Lacking. Nice server, but inattentive and everything took way too long.
Atmosphere: Pretty sterile and uninteresting.
We won't be going back. For the price, it is not worth it at all and there are too many other good places out there."
Dined on 02/16/2013
 2010
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Review 48 for Aida Bistro & Wine Bar
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

We had a great meal, however

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"We had a great meal, however the server was just a little too over the top in bragging about the "specialness" of the restaurant. We'd definately go back."
Dined on 02/16/2013
 2008
Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list
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Review 49 for Aida Bistro & Wine Bar
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Outstanding dinner for Valentines

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Outstanding dinner for Valentines day. Best pork belly I have ever had anywhere. Service wonderful. Fantastic choices on the menu. We will be back"
Dined on 02/14/2013
 2006
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, notable wine list
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Review 50 for Aida Bistro & Wine Bar
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Foodies Rejoice!

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"What an outstanding place. A bit in an odd location (office park) but you immediately forget that once inside. The atmosphere is relaxing and comfortable. Menu is definitely unique for the area. A lot of great options that you can't find in a typical restaurant. And the wine list is immense and impressive. Service was perfect."
Dined on 02/13/2013
 2005
Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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