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The Helmand vs Bertha's Mussels
Both restaurants are highly recommended by travel writers. On balance, The Helmand scores significantly higher than Bertha's Mussels. The Helmand ranks #3 in Baltimore with approval from 7 sources like Rough Guide, Fodor's and Gayot.
The Helmand
Fodor's
Zagat
Gayot
Rough Guide
Not For Tourists
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806 N Charles St, Baltimore, MD 21201
From $30 /night
Fodor's
"Owned by Hamid Kharzai's brother, Qayum Karzai, Helmand serves outstanding Afghan fare in a casual yet elegant space."
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Zagat
4.6
"Diners make a “culinary expedition” to this Mt. Vernon “landmark” for “consistently amazing” Afghan fare (baked pumpkin is “especially recommended”) served by “gracious” staffers."
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Gayot
13.0
"The food is exotic yet accessible --- your most finicky friends will enjoy every bite --- and just keeps getting better."
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Rough Guide
"Mid-priced, dinner-only Afghan restaurant in Mount Vernon, with savoury dishes such as aushak (leek-filled vegetarian ravioli), koufta challow (lamb and beef meatballs) and the delicious kaddo borawni."
Not For Tourists
"An elegant favorite beyond kebabs."
Bertha's Mussels
Frommer's
Lonely Planet
Zagat
BlackBook
Rough Guide
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734 S. Broadway, Baltimore, MD 21231
From $20 /night
Frommer's
"This Fell's Point landmark is known for its mussels and music. The decor is shabby chic, with dark walls and plenty of accessories proud of their age."
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Lonely Planet
"Green bumper stickers across the state command you to 'Eat Bertha's Mussels.'."
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Zagat
3.8
"This “old-school” Fells Point “institution” is famous for its “sweet, huge mussels” served with “out-of-this-world” dipping sauces by “friendly” staffers."
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BlackBook
"The tag-line has attained bumper-sticker immortality of the level that a pilgrimage to Bertha's is required eating to earn your gastronomical PHD."
Rough Guide
"Classic, affordable seafood restaurant, tucked away behind a tiny Fell’s Point bar."
