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Donna's - Cross Keys

From its roots as Baltimore's leading coffee bar/cafe, Donna's Cross Keys has evolved to offering a full restaurant menu with fresh, inventive, Mediterranean-inspired cuisine. Enjoy your meal with some of our premium wines, innovative cocktails or craft beers.
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219 Current Reviews
Summary of Diner Ratings & Reviews
Overall 
4.1 / 5
(Outstanding) 4.1 / 5
(219 Reviews)
Open Ratings Snapshot
Rating Breakdown 219 reviews
5 stars
(83)
4 stars
(91)
3 stars
(36)
2 stars
(6)
1 star
(3)
Food 
4.2 / 5
(Outstanding) 4.2 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Outstanding) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
3.7 / 5
(Very Good) 3.7 / 5
Noise Level
2 / 3
Energetic
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Diners classify this restaurant as:
  • neighborhood gem(146)
  • great for outdoor dining(109)
  • fit for foodies(94)
  • great for lunch(87)
  • good for groups(54)
  • great for brunch(42)
Donna's - Cross Keys Reviews List
Review 1 for Donna's - Cross Keys
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Mother's Day brunch

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Dined on 5/12/2013
Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Very good food but way to expensive for a brunch. I will stick to lunches as menu is much more reasonable."
Dined on 5/12/2013
Special Features: great for outdoor dining
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Review 2 for Donna's - Cross Keys
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

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Dined on 5/15/2013
Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"It was a beautiful evening eating al fresco on Donna's patio under an umbrella. First time this year!"
Dined on 5/15/2013
Special Features: great for outdoor dining, notable wine list, romantic, scenic view, neighborhood gem
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Review 3 for Donna's - Cross Keys
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

Mother's Day Brunch

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OpenTable Diner
Dined on 5/12/2013
Food 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Service 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Ambiance 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Tried to cram too much into too small of a space. The buffet had limited but nice selection and was in to narrow of a space. It was very close quarters and congested. The service was very slow and the host seated us with an attitude."
Dined on 5/12/2013
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Review 4 for Donna's - Cross Keys
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Alfresco in N Baltimore

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Dined on 5/12/2013
Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Always enjoyable and a perfect brunch for Mom's day!"
Dined on 5/12/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, great for brunch, kid-friendly, neighborhood gem
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Review 5 for Donna's - Cross Keys
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

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Dined on 5/12/2013
Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Food was terrific but service slow. Seemed understaffed for mothers day."
Dined on 5/12/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem
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Review 6 for Donna's - Cross Keys
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

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Dined on 5/10/2013
Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"I could eat lunch at Donna's twice a week. The menu is varied, the food delicious, and the service excellent."
Dined on 5/10/2013
Special Features: great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, great for lunch
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Review 7 for Donna's - Cross Keys
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

OpenTable Diner
Dined on 5/11/2013
Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"Donna always is a winner for me! I love her food and now I have become a fan the her cocktails!"
Dined on 5/11/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, great for lunch
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Review 8 for Donna's - Cross Keys
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

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Dined on 5/10/2013
Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"On a breezy, balmy night,what better place to be than eating out on the terrace of Donna's Croos Keys.
The service and food were excellent.
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Dined on 5/10/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for outdoor dining, great for brunch, notable wine list, kid-friendly, romantic, scenic view, neighborhood gem, hot spot, great for lunch, special occasion
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Review 9 for Donna's - Cross Keys
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

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Dined on 5/04/2013
Food 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"I like Donna's a lot. Nice location, outdoor space, good food, easygoing feel and good service. The wine list is not extensive but well-thought out and with some interesting choices. On this visit I had the polenta cake first course and then the mussels. I've had the polenta cake before and loved it--it was a perfect first course. This time it was very salty--so disappointing. I hope it was just a glitch that day. Mussels were perfectly steamed. We loved the salted caramel ice cream. Our server was attentive but not driving us crazy by constantly asking how we were doing--a real problem in most restaurants. She was friendly and knowledgeable but never intrusive."
Dined on 5/04/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for outdoor dining, great for brunch, neighborhood gem, great for lunch, kid-friendly
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Review 10 for Donna's - Cross Keys
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

ok...Has been better

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Dined on 4/30/2013
Food 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Service 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"A group of 10 of us had lunch mid-day on a Tuesday. The place was not overly busy but there did not appear to be enough wait staff. The food was ok, but in previous visits, it has been better. I ordered a lamb burger, medium, and it was over cooked. Several at the table ordered the grilled cheese with applewood bacon, etc. One order was very delayed because it was delivered to the wrong table and others reported their sandwich was "dried out." On a day that was not all that busy I expected better. We'll go back because Donna's is "in the neighborhood" and overall, we like it."
Dined on 4/30/2013
Special Features: neighborhood gem
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Review 11 for Donna's - Cross Keys
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

A TASTE OF EUROPE IN BALTIMORE CITY

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Dined on 4/30/2013
Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"Always a pleasure to dine at this restaurant."
Dined on 4/30/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for outdoor dining, great for brunch, kid-friendly, romantic, neighborhood gem, hot spot, great for lunch, special occasion
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Review 12 for Donna's - Cross Keys
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

OpenTable Diner
Dined on 4/29/2013
Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"It was very busy when we were there for lunch on Monday. Our server was lovely, but she had so many tables to serve that things were very slow, even never picking up the check with my credit card (I paid on the way out).. Luckily, we were seated in the tent on the terrace where it was much less noisy. Inside, it is too loud to have a good conversation. Food was delicious; I just wish there were more vegetarian options like there used to be."
Dined on 4/29/2013
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Review 13 for Donna's - Cross Keys
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

Sunday brunch

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"There was only one food table set up, with only one person to make the omelets and carve the meat. Dishes were not replaced promptly. With these problems, a long line built up that did not move. I was definitely not positively impressed with the brunch, although I generally like the food. I would return to the restaurant, but not for brunch."
Dined on 04/28/2013
 2008
Special Features: good for groups, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, great for lunch, hot spot
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Review 14 for Donna's - Cross Keys
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

A fun evening

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"Always can be depended on for a good meal and service - no disappointments this night."
Dined on 04/25/2013
 2003
Special Features: great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, great for lunch
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Review 15 for Donna's - Cross Keys
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

We were very impressed with

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"We were very impressed with the high quality of our dinners--crab cakes and crispy salmon--as well as the gazpacho first course. We're kicking ourselves for waiting so long to visit this restaurant for the first time, and we're looking forward to returning."
Dined on 04/26/2013
 2004
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, scenic view, great for lunch
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Review 16 for Donna's - Cross Keys
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

Sat outside & enjoyed the

Food 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Service 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Sat outside & enjoyed the tranquil surroundings. Loved the steak salad & the goat cheese salad. Had two of the pizzas & ate every bite. The crab cakes did not seem to have enough crab in them. The restaurant staff did a nice job recovering when the entree order for one of our diners was dropped."
Dined on 04/26/2013
 2010
Special Features: great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem
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Review 17 for Donna's - Cross Keys
Overall rating 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5

Was not great...mussels were

Food 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Service 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Ambiance 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Was not great...mussels were overcooked so we had to send them back."
Dined on 04/20/2013
 2008
Special Features: great for outdoor dining
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Review 18 for Donna's - Cross Keys
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

Donna's is a good restaurant.

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
"Donna's is a good restaurant. Most of the items we've ordered were very good. The pasta is so fresh. And the calamari is delish. The servers are very helpful in making dinner selections. The prices are a bit high."
Dined on 03/28/2013
 2007
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, notable wine list
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Review 19 for Donna's - Cross Keys
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

We really enjoyed our meal

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 really enjoyed our meal and will be frequently Donna's on a regular basis."
Dined on 04/16/2013
 2007
Special Features: great for outdoor dining, kid-friendly, neighborhood gem, scenic view, great for lunch
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Review 20 for Donna's - Cross Keys
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

I had the lamb meatballs.

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"I had the lamb meatballs. They were outstanding-----well seasoned and
enough food to feed me for dinner and two lunches.
Another winner was the fresh rock fish.
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Dined on 03/30/2013
 2008
Special Features: great for brunch, neighborhood gem, great for lunch
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Review 21 for Donna's - Cross Keys
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

I was so glad to see tuna

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"I was so glad to see tuna on the menu----always one of my favs!
The roasted veggies are a winner.
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Dined on 04/16/2013
 2008
Special Features: great for brunch, neighborhood gem, great for lunch
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Review 22 for Donna's - Cross Keys
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Donna's delivers again! The

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
"Donna's delivers again! The rockfish was as good a piece of fish as I can remember. I tasted my husband's crabcakes...delish! We will return soon."
Dined on 04/12/2013
 2011
Special Features: great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem
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Review 23 for Donna's - Cross Keys
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

Relax and don't think too much

Food 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Service 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"The dishes were hit and miss. The cooking has not evolved and feels dated. A polenta small plate was very good but strangely buried in undressed arugula. My husband's scallop plate was too acidic. The bread was better than usual this time...very fresh. Donna's is a great fall back place to go when you want to relax and not think to much about the food."
Dined on 04/12/2013
 2006
Special Features: kid-friendly, neighborhood gem
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Review 24 for Donna's - Cross Keys
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

We love the comfortable and

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 love the comfortable and consistently good service where "regulars" are greeted as friends. The crabcakes and shrimp risotto were wonderful as was the wines by glass. So glad its in our neighborhood!"
Dined on 04/13/2013
 2006
Special Features: neighborhood gem
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Review 25 for Donna's - Cross Keys
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

We all enjoyed the varied

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"We all enjoyed the varied menu. We ordered a bottle of wine, which they were out of so the owner offered us a higher priced wine for the price of the one wer ordered! Great service, desserts are delish too"
Dined on 04/13/2013
 2008
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem
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Review 26 for Donna's - Cross Keys
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Lovely lunch

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"I went there for lunch with a few girl friends. It was exactly what I was looking for. Food was delicious, and the outside dining was lovely. The server was a bit slow, but overall friendly. Would absolutely go again!"
Dined on 04/06/2013
 2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for brunch, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, scenic view, great for lunch
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Review 27 for Donna's - Cross Keys
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

This is one of our go-to neighborho

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
"This is one of our go-to neighborhood restaurants- the food is always very good, the menu is creative, the setting relaxed ."
Dined on 04/06/2013
 2009
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for brunch, great for outdoor dining, kid-friendly, neighborhood gem, great for lunch
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Review 28 for Donna's - Cross Keys
Overall rating 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5

my meal was very poor. i wrote

Food 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5
Service 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"my meal was very poor. i wrote you a message before you sent this to explain. thank you!"
Dined on 04/03/2013
 2012
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Review 29 for Donna's - Cross Keys
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Had a nice meal, good service,

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Had a nice meal, good service, a good casual dining spot near our home. Sat outside in a tented area which was much less noisy than the indoor space. It was fine although they had a little trouble controlling a comfortable temperature with the heating unit they were using. It was fine though. We will go back."
Dined on 03/30/2013
 2007
Special Features: great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, great for lunch
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Review 30 for Donna's - Cross Keys
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

There were five of us,having

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"There were five of us,having a waiter I did not know.He did a wonderful job with all the questions and requests!As usual the food was excellent."
Dined on 03/29/2013
 2007
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for brunch, great for outdoor dining, kid-friendly, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, scenic view, great for lunch
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Review 31 for Donna's - Cross Keys
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Love Donna'a pasta dishes.

Food 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Service 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Love Donna'a pasta dishes. I had the lamb meatball dish and thought it was too busy with the meatballs smothered in a heavy tomato sauce. Little disappointed especially since I've been a fan of her lamb burger whenever available."
Dined on 03/22/2013
 2006
Special Features: great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem
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Review 32 for Donna's - Cross Keys
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Donna's never disappoints.

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Donna's never disappoints. The creative menu promises and delivers a superb dining experience. The ambience and service enhance the cuisine, and one always leaves looking forward to a return visit in the very near future."
Dined on 03/23/2013
 2009
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for outdoor dining, kid-friendly, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion, great for lunch, hot spot
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Review 33 for Donna's - Cross Keys
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

They seemed very crowded an

Food 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Service 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Ambiance 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"They seemed very crowded an over whelmed last Friday night.....not their normal flow."
Dined on 03/22/2013
 2009
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Review 34 for Donna's - Cross Keys
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

early spring lunch

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
"Very comfortable and pleasing menu. Service staff with smiles, polite and timely. This was ourfirst visit but we will return to try dinner."
Special Features: great for lunch
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Review 35 for Donna's - Cross Keys
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

Brunch selection was excellent

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Brunch selection was excellent - featuring many of Donna's well-known and appreciated signature items (i.e. Roasted veggies and awesome salads) Service was lacking - there was just very little - the only way to get our table of 4 needs met (water, order more drinks) was to repeatedly try to catch our server's eye to get her attention; thus causing us to stop trying and leave without ordering another round. Would recommend the buffet brunch because of the delicious food but good luck on getting the extras."
Dined on 03/17/2013
 2012
Special Features: great for brunch, neighborhood gem
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Review 36 for Donna's - Cross Keys
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Donna's was perfect for what

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
"Donna's was perfect for what we wanted - brunch for four friends, with diverse menu and enough space and quiet to talk. We felt relaxed, and the food, service, price-range, etc. met or exceeded expectations.
I always enjoy eating at Donna's.
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Dined on 03/17/2013
 2013
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Review 37 for Donna's - Cross Keys
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

One of our go to places. Was

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"One of our go to places. Was very busy on Saturday night bc of a groupon offer"
Dined on 03/16/2013
 2003
Special Features: kid-friendly, neighborhood gem
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Review 38 for Donna's - Cross Keys
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

The new spring menu is fabulous.

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"The new spring menu is fabulous. The pasta selections are diverse and very delicious."
Dined on 03/15/2013
 2006
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, great for lunch
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Review 39 for Donna's - Cross Keys
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Great lamb chops!! Really

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
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"Great lamb chops!! Really enjoyed the light pasta special with fresh vegetables and piquant sauce. Helpful, personable server. Nice to have a nearby spot whose food is an enjoyable, lower-fat alternative to Petit Louis."
Dined on 03/14/2013
 2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem
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Review 40 for Donna's - Cross Keys
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Donna's at Cross Keys is always

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Donna's at Cross Keys is always a good choice. Many choices, fresh and delicious food, friendly and efficient service. Today, just a simple burger and fries -- tasty and done perfectly as requested."
Dined on 03/13/2013
 2012
Special Features: neighborhood gem, great for lunch
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Review 41 for Donna's - Cross Keys
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Friends from out of town come

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Friends from out of town come here when visiting
and suggested I meet them fir dinner,their treat.
The service was excellent! the food delicious!
"
Dined on 03/13/2013
 2007
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for brunch, great for outdoor dining, kid-friendly, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, scenic view, great for lunch
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Review 42 for Donna's - Cross Keys
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

My large family group, some

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"My large family group, some from out of town, loved Donna's. They especially liked those roasted pears. The Sunday brunch buffet was a hit. The service was so good that we got downtown in plenty of time for another event. Thank you!"
Dined on 03/10/2013
 2013
Special Features: good for groups, great for brunch, great for outdoor dining, kid-friendly, neighborhood gem
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Review 43 for Donna's - Cross Keys
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

Great food, slow kitchen

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"The food at Donna's is always great. The service in recent visits has been spotty. Our waitress was very attentive, but the kitchen seems to be having a really hard time delivering food in anything resembling a timely manner. It took 30 minutes to receive a simple house salad, and another 40 minutes after that to receive our meals. The restaurant was 3/4 full. Overall, the dinner took 2 1/2 hours. One other concern is we were seated in an heated outdoor section and the heater kept going out. It got extremely cold quickly -- the staff quickly restarted the heater upon request, but next time we go we'll be sure to ask for an inside table."
Dined on 03/08/2013
 2006
Special Features: fit for foodies
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Review 44 for Donna's - Cross Keys
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

This is my second time at

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"This is my second time at Donna's in the past month - once for lunch and once for dinner. I enjoyed the food both times, and the friendly service is consistent - attentive and personable without being cloying. Both times my partner and I shared the meal and when we mentioned it to the server they split entrees and appetizers in half and served them to us, which was so much nicer than having to transfer the meals ourselves. Definitely a nice touch. I will go back again and highly recommend it to everyone."
Dined on 03/05/2013
 2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for brunch, kid-friendly, great for lunch
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Review 45 for Donna's - Cross Keys
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

After a walk in the crisp air!

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"An excellent place to take a friend after a long walk in crisp air.The trout was excellent as alway with a light and delicous kale salad"
Dined on 02/16/2013
 2007
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for brunch, great for outdoor dining, kid-friendly, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, scenic view, great for lunch
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Review 46 for Donna's - Cross Keys
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

The food is wonderful at Donna's,

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"The food is wonderful at Donna's, and Donna herself is usually out among the tables, either serving food herself or speaking with diners. This place is a gem."
Dined on 03/01/2013
 2003
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for brunch, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, great for lunch
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Review 47 for Donna's - Cross Keys
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Light dinner after a busy day

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Their flat bread pizzas are delicious and if you want one thing taken off they will ask if you want something else.Unlike many places they are often willing to make substitutes!"
Dined on 02/26/2013
 2007
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for brunch, great for outdoor dining, kid-friendly, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, scenic view, great for lunch
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Review 48 for Donna's - Cross Keys
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

always enjoy donnas..food

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"always enjoy donnas..food service parking etc etc etc"
Dined on 02/25/2013
 2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, scenic view, great for lunch
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Review 49 for Donna's - Cross Keys
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

Nice place for lunch but pricey

Food 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Service 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Nice place for lunch but pricey for what you are getting."
Dined on 02/20/2013
 2007
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, scenic view, great for lunch
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Review 50 for Donna's - Cross Keys
Overall rating 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5

Well, we caught them in a

Food 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Service 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Well, we caught them in a chaotic time with Valentine's Day crowd. They had sold out of oyster appetizer. But, the worst was that husband ordered a filet; got a substitute lower grade steak without even being told of the substitution. Also, they ran out of glasses for martinis. All and all a disaster evening out."
Dined on 02/14/2013
 2006
Special Features: great for lunch
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