32 Best Bars in Annapolis

“We’ve been here yesterday, we are from NY, the food is excellent but when we arrived and getting a table we experienced racism, just because my husband is a Latino, we heard the waitresses murmuring and pointing each other who will entertain us, plus the receptionist has an attitude, not even smiling. But aside from that food is above and beyond. Billed $195.70 and left a $40 tip for Morgan..“

“A step up for Annapolis and West Street. Nice atmosphere - a bit more upscale than you would expect. Nice wine list by the glass and bottle. Reasonable.Menu is a bit limited but what they do offer they do well. Farm to table. Had the catfish -excellent. Chicken a bit dry but nice sauce. Presentation was best I have seen in annapolis. Nice app selection. Service was excellent! Great deserts. Will be back.“

“I have to say, they have the BEST onion rings and their Turkey Cranberry sandwich was delish!! My daughter had the Crabcake grilled cheese and it was absolutely amazing!! We were traveling by the area and I always look for more local (not big chain places) and so happy we found this place. Will definitely be back when traveling by ?“

“I hosted a board of directors meeting here and it was amazing. The second floor space was more than enough for our group of 25. The atmosphere was relaxing and food was delicious. We enjoyed getting to know the staff members and they did a great job taking care of us. If you are looking for a space to host a private event, I highly recommend.“

“Kudos to Carroll’s Creek for a superb wine dinner last evening. The food was so delicious, service was impeccable and was accompanied by great Argentinian wines. We always have really good meals here, but the dinner last evening was outstanding in every way. Thank you to the sommelier, chef, kitchen staff, and servers who made for such an enjoyable evening.“

“We apparently came on a bar crawl night but we still got seated for dinner immediately. Our server, Brooke, was great. She gave us time to ask questions and read through the menu/drinks. We ordered a calamari appetizer, chicken Riesling and crab cake dinner. All was great and my husband said the crab cake was one of the best he ever ate. My chicken had a creamier sauce with mushrooms and bacon. Very tasty! For dessert we had the special Bailey's cheesecake. It was topped with a thick piece of chocolate (not my favorite) but the creamy center was delicious. It was extremely loud but beyond that the food was good!“

“Honesty a lot of restaurants I've been to have been a bit subpar when it comes to more hearty meals, which is okay don't get me wrong. This place however had pulled pork sandwiches that were by no means under filled and most of the drinks you get will be served in Mason jars, this is how I'd cook at home and I love it.“

“It can get a little loud in the restaurant at times, but boisterous is better than deathly quiet for sure. Especially when the food is as good as it is here. We haven't had anything bad since we started coming over five years ago and the drinks are great too. Really solid rotating lineup of local draft beers and a great whiskey selection too. Cant recommend Fox's Den enough!“

“The place is great! It's relaxed, friendly and has a good local vibe. Not too loud but just loud enough to be fun. It's sportscentric and inviting...not at all intimidating for the non-sportsy patrons. It's really a hero's bar for heroes and the decor shows all the pride the place has in the people protecting us every single day. The Chesapeake Bay wings were fantastic and paired well with the equally delish craft beers on tap. Went with friends on Trivia Night and I could be a little biased about the place cuz umm... We won lol.“

“This was a lucky find on our trip to Annapolis today!All games take tokens you can get from one of three token machines they have inside. $1 = 4 tokensThey also give cups to hold your tokens (that brought me back to my childhood ?).Most games take 4 tokens, but games like Galaga, Tekken Tag Tournament, and NBA JAM are only 1 token.They have 4 pinball machines (in order of most to least fun in our opinion): Gunslinger/Western theme, Godzilla, Stranger Things, and Foo Fighters.The drinks are nice too. And if you don't want something alcoholic, you can ask the bartender to mix any of their juices and syrups with a soda (favorite combinations: Prickly Pear syrup + Lemon + Sprite. Blueberry Syrup + Ginger Beer). Refills on soda are free~“

“We attended a happy hour at the Rams Head Roadhouse for a networking event recently. It had been a while since I've been but to give an update. The place was nice, clean, had great beer selections, and the advertisers for delicious. I was impressed with the amount of rear parking that they have as well.“

“Preserve is a great spot and they focus on local and responsible whenever possible !people who are vegetarian or vegan. They have an amazing salad called the harvest salad that u got and can do vegan and vegetarian on some dishes. Fresh and awesome!??Christina out server was so friendly and had great recommendation for me being vegan. ?“

“I'd been wanting to visit for some time and finally got around to it last weekend. They're in a great location and easy to spot. Walking in I was instantly captivated by the decor. The interior is beautiful. It wasn't too packed when I visit so we were seated instantly. My waitress was really nice and intended to us promptly. Started with the cheesesteak egg rolls and honestly I will be back just for those. They were so good. My drink was delicious. It's called Agave Baby. As for my entrée I got the lamb chops which came with asparagus and mashed potatoes. the Lamb chops were good, but I thought they could be juicier. My sister enjoyed her kids menu hamburger and fries. For a girls night date anniversary or anything intimate.“

“I adored this place. It gives me London pub vibes which is quaint and charming. It’s nice and small but worth going into. The bartendress was kind and their fall drink Pumpkin Spice White Ukrainian was very good, just like a Starbucks fall beverage but with liquor.“

“Fun spot. Food and drinks were great. The pictures of the interior on open table do not do it justice. We almost did not pick this place due to the sparse interior. FOR YOUR SAKE PLEASE CHANGE YOUR INTERIOR PICTURES! We had a great time in a cool spot. Noise level was a bit high, could put up a few acoustic panels to go help.“

“This is a great place for a romantic date night out. Great lightning, location and service. I had the baked ziti and the food portions are generous. I would definitely recommend and be sure to ask the bartender what kind of drinks they could make.Parking: This location is inside of the Annapolis Mall, so there is plenty of parking in the lot outside of the restaurant.“

“Amazing food good drinks and great people! Environment overall was amazing ! Thanks Google for taking me to my new crab dip pretzel spot! Thank y'all! I'm full and happy now !Kid-friendliness: They do offer a kids menu. For the parents that want a nice drink at dinner and good food !“

“We went in with eight people and tried a little bit of everything. There was not a bad dish out of anything we tried. Everything was fresh and way above what you expect for bar food. Maryland half and half crab soup was awesome. The staff was super nice and willing to meet people's needs. I would definitely recommend this place and If I was here for longer, I would come back“

“Almost empty on a spring weeknight. My s-in-law's fajita dinner was huge and he especially enjoyed the carnitas. I thought my chicken taco and enchiladas were a little dry, but they came with plenty of rice and refried beans. The grandkids devoured their meals an I appreciated that small cones were included with their meal. Nonetheless, we ordered desert, which the six of us together could not finish. The bill came out to a very reasonable $100.“

“We stopped in for lunch with our 2 yr old grandson on Black Friday. The food is great. We sat on the second floor next to the windows with a great view of the water and other shops. The restuarant has great murals.painted throughout. Very charming.“

“The smoked salmon sandwich with grilled lettuce and chipotle mayo was insanely delicious. I paired it with the pan fried brussel sprouts with pork belly. I unfortunately didn't take a picture of the beautiful plate, but it was outstanding! The bartender was helpful and friendly (suggested the brussel sprouts). I will be back again soon“

“Dropped in a couple Sunday's ago on a date lunch with my wife. Parking lot was full at 11:30 right after they opened so we parked around the corner on Annapolis St. Yes, it was packed, as many stuck-up Annapolitan's have reviewed. They get testy when they can't park front and center in their Range Rover, toss on that Helly Hansen rain suit and slide in on their Sperrys.It's busy because it's new and it's awesome. RAR's had a strong reputation with their suds in Maryland for years now. We had the hot wings and loaded tots and both were delicious for the pub style grub RAR is going for. Burgers looked legit (a lot of other patrons were ordering them), but we were too full on wings and adult beverages to partake.If you don't mind sitting on long German style Octoberfest tables with randos, check this place out. Server was top notch and the beer and food will keep us coming back. Just wish it was closer to Arnold or Crownsville so could have more real estate. Only downfall is being so close to downtown, you sacrifice the parking and interior space.“

“Based on recent experience. Onion soup was so spicy and unable to eat last week to carry home. Today, a different waitress kindly exchange it for another one or the money back. Maryland cream of crab was outstanding. Thanks for recognizing the mistake and improving your service. Happy Easter 2024??Parking: Busy parking in downtown Annapolis. Parking is available next to the building.“

“We had a small pepperoni pizza, a veggie pizza, and chicken tenders. It was great food and super service. A doordash driver came in ahead of us and was rude, insulting, and obscene. The staff at Neo's was very apologetic. They reported the driver on our behalf and made us feel welcome. Great place. Great food. Great people.“

“We just had a wonderful meal at The Market House. The staff were all cheerful and attentive. We had the Steak/cheese sandwich, lobster/avocado board, jambalaya, and fish n chips. All dinners received high marks. We ate outside beside heaters and were very comfortable. The whole place has a great vibe!“

“I have eaten @ Buddy's 4 many yrs. Happy 2 know that the quality of the food, service & reasonable prices for more than adequate portions haven't changed over time. I brought my childhood girlfriend 4 a l8 lunch. She'd never been & said she'd definitely b a return customer!“

“I had a great meal and even better wine.Vegetarian options: Several choices, & menu changes.Parking: Downtown Annapolis, sometimes you get lucky, if not parking garage is an option.Kid-friendliness: NoIt's a wine BarWheelchair accessibility: Yes“

“Dry 85 has one of the most creative cocktails menus in downtown Annapolis. Situated on Main Street which means street parking is challenging, so your best bet is the parking garage nearby. Inside it is dark and slightly industrial looking small space. The servers have always been friendly. I mostly go for the drinks, but you can't go wrong with veggie burger or the fries. The fries are really good if you're a connoisseur of fresh cut and freshly fried ones. Theirs are slightly thicker cut like how the British do their chips. Here they garnish with Parmesan, garlic, and parsley.“

“What a fantastic gem in Annapolis! A warm welcome when you enter and plenty of Irish whiskey to keep the warmth going. The bartenders have great convos and suggestions if you're not sure what you want. If you happen to catch Vincent there he has stories that could fill a book. If you're a couple looking for a nice drink with awesome folks then enter here immediately ‼️. Well done Castlebay?“

“Since the dawn of time, man has journeyed to the esteemed Rams Head Tavern, fueled by the allure of the Cat 5 Key Lime Lager. This beer, so rare and delightful, was once thought to be exclusively savored on the sacred grounds of Annapolis and Key West. Or so we believed.Over the holidays, we made our traditional pilgrimage to the Rams Head in downtown Annapolis, giddy with anticipation for our beloved brew. What happened next was nothing short of a stone-cold bummer.Upon ordering two Cat 5 Key Lime Lagers, we were told that the Annapolis location had just kicked its last keg of the hallowed beer. But the horror didn’t end there. Its availability would henceforth be limited to the Rams Head in Key West.Well, this was a fine how-do-you-do. Instead of the delicious Key Lime Lagers we had expected, we were served an icy cold pint of dejection. Our only solace was that now we had an excuse to go to Key West.But here we are at the Rams Head Southernmost, the supposed Eden of this lime-flavored elixir, and all we can taste is the bitterness of betrayal. With every sip, we’re reminded of what's been ripped from our grasp back in Annapolis.Rams Head, how could you? All we ever did was love you. The decision to strip Annapolis of Key Lime Lager feels like a plot twist in a story where the moral is "never get too attached to anything that brings you joy."It doesn’t have to be like this. Bring back the Cat 5 Key Lime Lager to Annapolis. We implore you.Let's not make this another cry-in-your-beer ballad. Let’s make it the greatest comeback story of all time. Do it for the good people of Annapolis.It’s your move, Rams Head.“

“Great historic restaurant in downtown Annapolis, in an amazing location right by the water. The menu has a good combo of seafood and non seafood options all reasonably priced. The food was delicious and the service was very good. The only caveat is that the restaurant closes earlier than what is posted based on demand of how crowded the streets are at the time, and because the restaurant is so old that there was a roach on our table. Otherwise the atmosphere inside is very cozy with a fireplace and bar making it perfect for date or group outings. Very solid choice especially for its location right at the Annapolis waterfrontWheelchair accessibility: Half the upstairs tavern appears accessible only by stairs“

“You gotta hear me out.. If you are from this area- you are familiar with this place as a cool fun bar in the middle of downtown Annapolis- can get wild on DJ night. BUT THEY HAVE AN UPSTAIRS Private Banquet area that is UNBELIEVABLE. We had a rehearsal dinner here and it was AMAZING- the facility had private bar area, beautiful fireplace dining room- looked like something from Europe or Colonial Williamsburg. The catering staff was outstanding- from the general manager, Salomon- to all the bartenders and waitstaff- they helped us plan and then pull off an amazing event. Could not recommend more highly- so grateful to O'Brien's for providing a perfect venue and memorable event to our family.“