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Cafe Hon
For a true Baltimore experience, one you can share with your
family and out of town guests - the very best Baltimore has to
offer - come in for a HON experience. Baltimore Sun critic Rob Kaspers
writes, "the decor is theatrical, but the food is real and flavorful."
Open since 1992 and home of Hampden's first brunch,
Cafe HON prides itself on offering Baltimore's Best bread pudding,
and every dessert, gravy, sauce, soup, and dressing is made from scratch. Cafe HON welcomes families and large groups, and our children's menu has lots of tempting options for the little Hon's. If hanging in a bar is more your style, check out the HON Bar right next door. The HON Bar offers a full menu plus Happy Hour 7 days a week. Stop in for a ice cold beer and our award winning HOT wings.
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family and out of town guests - the very best Baltimore has to
offer - come in for a HON experience. Baltimore Sun critic Rob Kaspers
writes, "the decor is theatrical, but the food is real and flavorful."
Open since 1992 and home of Hampden's first brunch,
Cafe HON prides itself on offering Baltimore's Best bread pudding,
and every dessert, gravy, sauce, soup, and dressing is made from scratch. Cafe HON welcomes families and large groups, and our children's menu has lots of tempting options for the little Hon's. If hanging in a bar is more your style, check out the HON Bar right next door. The HON Bar offers a full menu plus Happy Hour 7 days a week. Stop in for a ice cold beer and our award winning HOT wings.
49 Current Reviews
Summary of Diner Ratings & Reviews
Overall
(Very Good)
3.7
/
5
Rating Breakdown 49 reviews
5 stars
(14)
4 stars
(13)
3 stars
(17)
2 stars
(5)
1 star
(0)
Food
(Very Good)
3.7
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
3.8
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
3.8
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
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Diners classify this restaurant as:
- neighborhood gem(36)
- great for brunch(25)
- kid-friendly(22)
- great for lunch(21)
- good for groups(15)
- fit for foodies(9)
Cafe Hon Reviews List
Review 1 for Cafe Hon
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Crazy good food - fun setting!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"LOVE the food as MUCH as the decor!!!
My husband, daughter and I each got different things for lunch and dessert - and EVERYTHING was "eyes-roll-back-in-your-head" yummy!!
The wait staff was fun, prompt and informative, too!"
Dined on 6/16/2013
2006
Special Features: great for brunch, neighborhood gem, great for lunch, kid-friendly
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Review 2 for Cafe Hon
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Cafe Hon
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"This was our 2 visit. Our first visit was good. Fun atmosphere good food a bit pricey and slow service. Our second visit was different. It's been 2 years since our last visit. The menu selection was not the same, service was quite slow and the food was okay. Again a bit pricey. It was interesting that we got in with no wait. I wonder why."
Dined on 5/19/2013
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Review 3 for Cafe Hon
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Go there once
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Cafe Hon is a nice place to go for lunch once, mostly to say you've been. The interior has been redecorated with many items coming from IKEA. It looks cute. On our visit we waited 20 minutes for our food, shrimp salad (very good) and an egg sandwich (OK). The ladies room is miniscule with only 2 stalls. One was out of order and the one that worked was so small you could hardly move. Three patrons were waiting in this area the size of a closet. Not sure how they get away with this for a restaurant of this size. Sorry to say I will be in no hurry to return."
Dined on 5/19/2013
Special Features: great for lunch
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Review 4 for Cafe Hon
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
A Nice Mother's Day Brunch
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Although we were a little disappointed that Cafe Hon did not have a special Mother's Day Brunch menu we were not let down by the food and charm of the cafe. We were promptly served chocolate covered strawberries while we viewed the menu but that was the only thing prompt about our visit. The waitress didn't take our order for 30 minutes and it took another 45 for our meal to arrive. That was a bit frustrating considering there WASN'T a special menu not to mention the fact that the table next to us arrived after us, was served and left before we received our meal. But, we did enjoy the food once it arrived. The charm of the cafe and the delicious food made up for the slow service."
Dined on 5/12/2013
Special Features: great for brunch
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Review 5 for Cafe Hon
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Cafe Hon Brunch
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Poor)
1
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"was disappointed that with a reservation we were seated as one of the few tables in the "bar" area as opposed to the more common rooms, where the real flavor and ambience of the cafe shines. As such, it was quiet and not "happening" where we sat. the food, and we all ordered breakfast fare, took forever. good enough place, was hoping for a better experience, did not get it."
Dined on 5/12/2013
Special Features: neighborhood gem, great for lunch
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Review 6 for Cafe Hon
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Good, but not special
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"A group of us had lunch at Cafe Hon. They have a fairly limited selection for lunch. To be honest, I can't remember what I ordered (it's been 8 days). There is nothing wrong with this place at all, but there's not much to distinguish it from any other lunch place."
Dined on 5/07/2013
Special Features: good for groups, great for lunch, kid-friendly
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Review 7 for Cafe Hon
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Mother's Day at Cafe Hon
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"We had a great time. Our waiter couldn't have been friendlier or better in his timing. Food was mixed- can't go wrong with pancakes or french toast, they were wonderful. Eggs were way too buttery, they didn't even taste like eggs. Club sandwich was traditional and good. Lots of vegetarian options. Chocolate covered strawberries as a special treat for mom were a thoughtful touch."
Dined on 5/12/2013
Special Features: good for groups, great for brunch, kid-friendly, neighborhood gem, great for lunch
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Review 8 for Cafe Hon
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Kitchy cute with great food too!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We just LOVED our meal at Cafe Hon!! Of special note -- their grilled cheese, bacon and chicken salad sandwich and blueberry cherry crisp pie. Also, delicous -- the special turkey burger filled with STUFFING!! I thought the place was going to just be retro funky but the food shines here and I will be making 'lots of repeat visits!!!"
Dined on 5/10/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, hot spot
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Review 9 for Cafe Hon
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Great brunch. Definitely going back."
Dined on 5/05/2013
Special Features: good for groups, great for brunch, kid-friendly, neighborhood gem
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Review 10 for Cafe Hon
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Awesome experience
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"My girlfriends and I really had a great time at Cafe Hon! The food and service was awesome. We cannot wait to go back."
Dined on 4/28/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for outdoor dining, great for brunch, neighborhood gem, great for lunch, special occasion, kid-friendly
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Review 11 for Cafe Hon
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Wonderful place for brunch.
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Wonderful place for brunch. The quality of the food was outstanding and a great value. The staff was very attentive, including the restaurant manager who took the time to come over to our table and chat.
Highly recommend!"
Dined on 04/27/2013
2007
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for brunch, neighborhood gem, great for lunch
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Review 12 for Cafe Hon
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
great funky local place.
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"great funky local place. A $20 cab ride from Harbor East but worth every dollar!"
Dined on 04/13/2013
2007
Special Features: good for groups, great for brunch, kid-friendly, neighborhood gem, great for lunch
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Review 13 for Cafe Hon
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
It was a busy Sunday for brunch...
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"It was a busy Sunday for brunch... the hostess was clearing tables, which delayed the seating of people waiting in line. They looked understaffed as the servers were slow getting around to each table.
But as always the food was excellent and our server was very friendly and attentive (when the restaurant slowed down a bit)
All in all good food and good price and good server too."
But as always the food was excellent and our server was very friendly and attentive (when the restaurant slowed down a bit)
All in all good food and good price and good server too."
Dined on 04/07/2013
2004
Special Features: great for brunch, kid-friendly, neighborhood gem
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Review 14 for Cafe Hon
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
the food was very average.
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"the food was very average. I had the crab Benedict and the crab cake was only about 3 oz each over done and back fin that was very dry. my husbands pancakes were over done all this while we waited for 25 mins for our brunch and they were not that busy with over 5 tables vacant around us."
Dined on 03/31/2013
2006
Special Features: neighborhood gem
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Review 15 for Cafe Hon
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Hopping place, was having
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Hopping place, was having issue with ac when we visited. Sweltering heat in late March... Crab cakes and burgers well received. The mexi salad was a disappointing."
Dined on 03/30/2013
2013
Special Features: great for brunch, kid-friendly, neighborhood gem
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Review 16 for Cafe Hon
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Great waitstaff. The fruit
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
"Great waitstaff. The fruit cup was full of delicious, fresh fruit. Lots of hot coffee!!"
Dined on 03/31/2013
2013
Special Features: good for groups, great for brunch, kid-friendly, neighborhood gem
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Review 17 for Cafe Hon
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
When I used to live in Hampden,
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"When I used to live in Hampden, Cafe Hon was a staple, albeit not memorable dining experience. This was seven years ago. Recently we decided to brunch up there on St. Patty's Day because we figured we could avoid the drinking leprechauns all over the city. It was a great choice, because Cafe Hon's food at this point was FANTASTIC. We had the creamed chipped beef, the super grits, corned beef hash, and the crab cake benedict. Every meal was spot on. Cafe Hon, thank you - we will be returning!"
Dined on 03/17/2013
2007
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for brunch, neighborhood gem
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Review 18 for Cafe Hon
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
So maybe you won't go to Cafe
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"So maybe you won't go to Cafe Hon for fine dining... You go because it's Bawlmer, it's Hampden. it's a tradition, and it's just a fun place to be. The food is fine, trust me, and it's very reasonably priced. If you want some authentic atmosphere, a good time with friends, and a very family-friendly atmosphere, Cafe Hon is a good choice."
Dined on 03/15/2013
2006
Special Features: kid-friendly, neighborhood gem
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Review 19 for Cafe Hon
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Sadly not great.
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"I was looking forward to going th Cafe Hon. There were 4 of us and 2 of us had Grilled Cheese with French Fries. I could not get over how high the price was for a diner. $9 for grilled cheese was just dumb. There was nothing special about it. The fries were frozen and reheated and did not taste good. I was very disappointed and probably will not return. I would have been fine paying $90 for dinner (keep in mind 2 were grilled cheeses) if it tasted good. For that price it needs to be amazing. Over all I went because a friend was visiting from out of town and wanted to go but we left thinking for that price we could have eaten at a nicer restaurant."
Dined on 03/13/2013
2009
Special Features: kid-friendly, neighborhood gem
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Review 20 for Cafe Hon
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Although the menu is creative,
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Although the menu is creative, the food was not tasty. Two of us had grits, and they needed salt. I'd prefer smaller portions with more finesse."
Dined on 03/10/2013
2005
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Review 21 for Cafe Hon
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
What a fun place to start
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"What a fun place to start out the weekend. We'll be back."
Dined on 03/09/2013
2008
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for brunch, neighborhood gem
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Review 22 for Cafe Hon
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Really enjoyed brunch- had
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Really enjoyed brunch- had a good time- love the place and always will."
Dined on 03/03/2013
2009
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, good for groups, great for brunch, kid-friendly, neighborhood gem, great for lunch, hot spot
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Review 23 for Cafe Hon
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
A group of 4 of us went to
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"A group of 4 of us went to Cafe Hon for a special occasion and were so pleased with the service and atmosphere. The server, whose name escapes me (she was going to school for radiology) was funny, upbeat, and attentive. The atmosphere is fun and eclectic and just what us party goers needed. The food was tasty and appealed to us all; who were searching for that comfort food vibe. And the drinks! Whew! We got the partytinis and they were adorned with fun stuff that required multiple picture taking opportunities. Overall, a nice little spot I'd go back to again"
Dined on 02/13/2013
2006
Special Features: good for groups, neighborhood gem
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Review 24 for Cafe Hon
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Went for dinner. Although
Food
(Poor)
1
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Went for dinner. Although the restaurant was short staffed, the servers and hostess were pleasant and hard working. Unfortunately, the food was poor. The 5 people in my party each order something different. Nothing was very good. Even the hamburger was of poor quality. Maybe the restaurant is better for breakfast."
Dined on 02/16/2013
2006
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Ratings-Only Reviews for Cafe Hon
Based on the average of (25) ratings-only reviews
Overall
(Very Good)
3.8
/
5
5 out of 7 recommend this product
Food
(Very Good)
3.8
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
3.9
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic