Pollo Burrito from El Mixteco plus Chips, Guac, and a Jamaica for the road
229 S. Broadway
This local spot on South Broadway doesn’t get nearly enough love. The chicken burrito is a prime example of burritos done right, with standard orders including rice, black beans, lettuce, cheese, sour cream, and chargrilled chicken. The char on the tortilla is the exclamation on top of this classic post-toke meal. Why is this a top-tier munchie? Portions are hearty and worth every penny of the $12.99 menu price. Plus, burritos are a classic stoner staple made for on-the-go adventures, couch hangs, and everything in between. With this rec just a few blocks from Patterson Park, it’s perfect for a spring/summer day out, enjoying the sunset, or flying kites. If funds allow, I recommend adding their housemade tortilla chips (my absolute favorite tortilla chips in the city), fresh guac, and a cup of Jamaica to go to seal the deal on a terp-driven sesh. Pair this meal with a myrcene-heavy strain to truly elevate the experience. (Bry Reed)
Shrimp and Broccoli with Shrimp Eggroll from #1 Chinese Restaurant
2481 Frederick Avenue
American Chinese food has been the subject of much slander online lately, and it won’t slide over here. Baltimore’s dedication to good Chinese is one of my favorite things about us. From shrimp toast to yak, we’re doing things people outside the city can’t imagine. Scientifically speaking, the greasy, deep-fried fare made famous in cosmopolitan capitals like New York and Los Angeles is a chef’s kiss pairing with edibles. Eating fats — think oils and butters — before a gummy or sparkling THC seltzer is great prep to get the full breadth of what cannabinoids offer, resulting in a magical experience in cannabinoid science. Shrimp and broccoli is a pillar of Chinese takeout and is a chef’s favorite at #1 Chinese for a reason. Their saucework is incredible! My go-to side is the steamed white rice. Add on a shrimp eggroll when ordering as a combo, and you’re set for a great high, with a classic meal under $20. (Bry Reed)
Dim Sum Palace
6600 National Pike, Suite O
If you’re extra adventurous, I recommend getting stoned and diving headfirst into dim sum at Dim Sum Palace. This new addition to the Baltimore County culinary landscape is a missile in an already goated Catonsville shopping center. Serving fresh steamed buns, collagen-rich chicken feet, and perfectly crunchy soy noodles, Dim Sum Palace is a cannabis lover’s paradise. Bring three friends and dig into small plates and specialty dishes to make the most of the shared dining experience. My favorite bites are the crystal shrimp dumplings and soy sauce noodles. There’s nearly nothing better after a night out, and dim sum is my preferred post-party brunch debrief meal. Ordering a hot pot of tea (my favorite is jasmine) for the table is a must to help digestion and hydration as you ride out your high and devour every tasty treat in sight. (Bry Reed)
Falafel Pita from Nino’s Pizza and Subs
1141 W. Baltimore Street
Baltimore is not a great falafel town, especially over where I live, in Southwest. Many places, if they have it at all, offer up a dry, crunchy, and old-tasting ball of fried garbanzo goo and I’d basically quit ordering it (except on occasion at Red Emma’s, where it’s pretty damn decent).
But, then Nino’s Pizza and Subs opened on West Baltimore Street. At first I thought, great, another pizza joint — that’s the only thing we have plenty of in the neighborhood. Then, when I went in and discovered it was owned by a Palestinian family who are installing a vertical rotisserie spit for shawarma, I was elated. They haven’t gotten that far yet, but I still find myself creeping down the block after a toke or two to order a falafel pita with some hummus, garlic sauce, and hot sauce and scarfing it down way too quickly.
They get just the right balance between crisp on the outside and soft on the inside without making it too dry. But, as always, the sauce is essential to help this sandwich melt in your dry-ass mouth.
It’s strictly carryout, but there’s also a little head shop in one corner of the restaurant, so you can also re-stock on papers for when all the food has nipped your buzz in the bud. (Baynard Woods)
Caesar Singh from Johnny Rad’s Pizzeria Tavern
2108 Eastern Avenue
Hear me out. I, like many others, gravitate toward fried, cheesy foods to satiate my post-indulgence cravings, whether it’s alcohol or weed. But there’s something that really hits about the fresh romaine lettuce, shaved cheeses, and creamy house-made (vegetarian!) Caesar salad dressing at Johnny Rad’s. Maybe it’s the reminder that I haven’t eaten enough leafy greens lately, but every time I have this salad I feel genuinely rejuvenated. It’s got a delightful texture mix of crunchy and creamy that’ll alleviate any cotton mouth. And if you still want a little something fried and cheesy, the risotto balls, once featured on Guy Fieri’s “Diners, Drive-ins, & Dives,” should do just the trick. (Sanya Kamidi)
Tater Tots from The Royal Blue
1733 Maryland Avenue
Sometimes it’s the simplest things that satisfy the most. During The Royal Blue’s happy hour, you can get a heaping pile of crispy, fluffy potato nuggets for just $5. My preferred pairing is with a side of ranch: the saltiness of the steaming hot tots paired with the tanginess of the ranch is a flavor combination that hits any time, any day, but especially when you’ve lit up and want something to munch on. Outside of happy hour, you can get the small size for $7 and the large for $10, a still-fruitful tot-to-cent ratio. Split a joint and these tots with friends or enjoy them solo and take the leftovers home — they reheat well and make a great addition to a breakfast burrito. (Sanya Kamidi)
