Long before Citron opened on Quarry Lake, Charles Levine was learning the hospitality business from the ground up at Baltimore's Pimlico Hotel. That early education became the foundation for a career spanning more than 40 years and roughly 14,000 catered events for clients including five U.S. presidents, the NFL, the Rolling Stones, and Oprah Winfrey.
In 1985, Charles founded Citron Caterers, building an off-premise catering operation that continues to serve Maryland, Washington DC, and Northern Virginia. Three decades later, in November 2016, Charles and his wife Susan opened Citron Baltimore: a waterfront restaurant and event venue at Quarry Lake built to bring that same standard of hospitality under one roof, with a seasonal scratch kitchen, full sushi bar, and a wine program that has since become one of the region's most decorated.
From 2019 through 2025, Citron earned the Wine Spectator Award of Excellence seven years running. In November 2026, Citron celebrates its 10th anniversary on the water, a milestone the Levine family marks the same way it marked the first: with family, food, and the people who have made Citron part of their own celebrations.
Charles Levine founds Citron Caterers, launching a 30+ year off-premise catering business.
Nearly 14,000 events catered for clients including five U.S. presidents, the NFL, the Rolling Stones, and Oprah.
Charles and Susan Levine open Citron Baltimore, a waterfront restaurant and event venue at Quarry Lake.
Citron earns the Wine Spectator Award of Excellence seven consecutive years, plus a FINE WINE World's Best honor in 2025.
Citron Baltimore celebrates its 10th anniversary on the water.
40+ years in hospitality and roughly 14,000 catered events, from the Pimlico Hotel to founding Citron Caterers in 1985 and opening Citron in 2016.
Co-founder of Citron Baltimore, shaping the guest experience and brand across the restaurant, The COVE, and Citron Caterers.
Leads Citron's seasonal scratch kitchen and full sushi bar, pairing center-cut steaks and day-boat seafood with the award-winning wine program.
“We hosted my father's 80th birthday in the Fireplace Room and Charles himself came by our table twice. Ten years later, we still book Citron for every family milestone. It genuinely feels like an extension of our own family.”
“Our firm has held its year-end event at The COVE for three years running. The team handles 200 guests, full AV, and a seated dinner without a single hiccup, and the wine list makes it feel like a destination rather than a work event.”
2605 Quarry Lake Drive
Baltimore, MD 21209
410-363-0900 · Events ext. 2
Dinner Wed-Sun from 4 PM · Happy Hour 4-6:30 PM
Private events available 7 days a week
