For the second year, Baltimore has a winter Restaurant Week to complement the traditional summer offering. January is always a slow time for restaurants, and especially in the current economic doldrums, any promotion that puts diners in seats is considered a worthy effort.

Today through Feb. 1, all 85 participating restaurants are offering three-course, prix-fixe dinners for $30.09. Those that are offering lunch as well are doing so for $20.09. Liquor, tax and tip are not included in the fixed price.