50 Best Bars near Woodlawn

“I just moved back to the area and was looking for the place and this was exactly what I was looking for. Such a welcoming vibe, amazing service, the owners were a delight. I went for karaoke for my birthday with some friends and we all had the best time. Thank you so much for everything. I cannot wait to make this a regular spot. Thank you thank you thank you!“

“Monday nights at Delia Foley’s are the VIBE. We had the old bay, and the sweet foley wings. The main lunch IPA was insanely good, and apparently one of the few places in Baltimore to get this beer! Everyone at the bar were so nice and accommodating, I definitely felt like this is a local spot to go at any time of the week for a good dinner and drink.“

“My husband and I have been here at least a dozen times, have taken other friends as well. We are always greeted and told about the 20% being included in each drink order and we’re fine with that because the mixologists are fabulous, the atmosphere is wonderful and we will continue to patronize this wonderful establishment and support the city of Baltimore and a small business in the process.“

“My husband and I stopped by for a drink, and ordered the cream of crab soup, gf fried shrimp, and the honey maple brussel sprouts. Everything was delicious! Special thanks to the bartender, Lee, who was very attentive!“

“Cute little spot with a few outdoor seating tables outside. The drinks were AMAZING!!!! The ambiance is sexy. It's dark, small, with a nice touch of music. I had about 4 drinks. They did not get me tipsy at all. They tasted delicious. I tried 4 different drinks. I will be going back again. I went on a Saturday evening.“

“I loved this place so much, everyone was super nice and the food was amazing. Definitely worth the price. Wasn’t very fully only a few people scattered around, the only complaint was that the bathroom sink wasn’t the best. (One of the taps didn’t work and the sinks were dirty)“

“The atmosphere is friendly and lively. the cocktails were interesting, and may have even converted my gin-hating husband. The bartenders, Ted especially, really rounded out the experience. one of the best places in the city!!!!!“

“This place is fire. We loved our time at this place, and we were able to try a number of different drinks on the menu. And boy were they good. Every drink hit right, and the basket of fries was well portioned and delicious. We will DEFINITELY be back.“

“It made for a lovely date night with my wife, who fortunately made reservations in advance. The cocktails are creative and tasty. Our server danced to the jazz band. At first it feels crowded because you're seated so close to other folks, but very quickly it feels like you're in your own cocoon. Highly recommend.“

“Our new favorite spot in Fells Point.“

“The cheeseburger was fantastic! The bartender was superb for drinks and conversation. Dive bar excellence.“

“The Backyard is the best neighborhood bar in Baltimore. Expertly curated wine and spirit list, knowledgeable and friendly staff with amazing food and cocktails that are all very reasonably priced. It is am absolute hidden gem!“

“I heard the stories about this place and it had been closed for a couple of years as the hotel it's in underwent renovation and ownership changes but it's back open and I couldn't be happier.

Steve the bartender is currently a one man show and we were there on the weekend it reopened and he was so happy to be back in his happy place. The man is a cocktail maven who loves his craft and what he does and his customers as well.

There is currently no menu here you ask for what you want or can tell Steve what you are in the mood for and he will make something amazing!

I got a smoked old fashioned that he smokes with his own blend of wood and spices and it was easily in the Top 5 of best old fashioneds I've ever had.

If you are in Fells Point looking for a cocktail and Anchor Tavern is open make sure you visit!“

“Fantastic, legit cheesesteaks on Amoroso rolls“

“Hosted us for a super 30th birthday, all staff were super nice and our guests loved the nacho bar ~ taco bar~ churros“

“This is a typical bar with with bar food. No Different than TGI Friday, except a little better. The service is "OK" the servers are untrained as to waiting on tables. The first thing that should be brought to tables is eating utensils and napkins, the water. The tables dont have slat & pepper available for their patrons, you need to ask for it. The menus are not placed in front of customers upside down. (And I even brought it to her attention and she still didn’t correct it) ?? All in all the server was trying very hard to be attentive. The food was not terrible, it's typical bar food, and dont expect anything more. The Boom Boom shrimp are pre breaded frozen shrimp with the tails on and then fried and covered in some type of sauce. My daughter liked the boneless chicken wings with hot sauce. The onion rings I thought were good. I ordered the toasted Italian sub and wasn't offered the option to get tater tots -vs- fries. I didn’t realize this till later and the fries were soggy. I think this is an "OK" spot for someone looking for a bar atmosphere and same for the food & service.“

“Great neighborhood hang out. Patrons are totally chill and everyone is there for a good time. Bar tenders are awesome. Reasonably priced with lots of events. 10/10“

“great venue, very friendly and professional staff. first venue I've ever been to that let me take my merch haul out to my car so I didn't have to worry about lugging it around or standing in line waiting after the show ended. Also quick to respond to questions. Thank you for a great show experience!“

“Great bartender Zack with crazy skills on cocktails.“

“One of our Favs! Wine tastings with Wayne❤️Meg rocks. Tristan is the best.“

“Worked there years ago for John. He has passed but the memories are still there. Oh the things I did on that pool table. LOL Great memories.“

“We were a little surprised to start the evening by ringing a doorbell to get in, but the warm welcome that followed put us at ease right away. The atmosphere is fantastically unique, quirky, and full of character. The bartenders were genuinely friendly and the service was quick.

We ordered the Mac ’n’ Cheese with Jerk Chicken, Yuca Bites, Chorizo con Arroz y Gandules and the Cinnamon Mini Donuts. Everything was perfectly seasoned (especially great if you enjoy a bit of heat like we do). The only downside was that the portions felt a bit on the smaller side.

It also looks like they host a lot of interesting events like book readings, sip-and-paints, comedy shows and more. We didn’t get a chance to attend one this time, but it definitely added to the charm and made us want to come back.“

“It made me feel like home! 😍“

“My wife and I had a great time at Spencer’s show. What stood out to me wasn’t just the magic—it was how good of an entertainer Spencer is.

From the moment the show started, he had the entire room engaged. He’s quick-witted, funny, and does an amazing job keeping everyone on their toes. Our crowd was a lot of fun, but I got the feeling that Spencer could win over even the toughest audience. He has a way of making people relax, laugh, and become part of the show without ever making anyone uncomfortable.

The magic was impressive, the drinks were great, and the whole evening flew by. You can tell Spencer and Nicole have put a lot of work into creating something special. Definitely a night well spent, and I’d recommend it to anyone looking for something different to do.“

“Section 771 helped to raise nearly $5000 for the Wishlist Foundation! Thank you for hosting the Pearl Jam PreParty! Your staff was friendly, fast, and kind. Best bar bathrooms in Baltimore! Super clean facility. Check them out before Orioles and Ravens games. Thank you for supporting the community!“

“Amazing bar ! Great drinks 🍹 great customer service! Great atmosphere“

“Excellence Love Love Tim dale Phil“

“This is a great local bar with a lot of character. You won't find friendlier people anywhere. Classic old school decor inside and on the night we were there, DJs spinning the disks at your request. Wander upstairs and check out the record store while you're there. This is a must hang in Baltimore.“

“What a great local spot! Harry is the best!! Vegas loves u!“

“Cozy spot with a laid back vibe, good cocktails, nice beer selection, and amazing music.“

“Great place for all genres of music worshippers to come together and JAM !“

“Extensive tap list and special beer fest days. Their June beer fest days offer 6o+ sours. The pit beef is like no other! Try it spicy! They also offers tots, tenders and Mac n cheese and allow children in before 5 PM. Also, really cool environment and excellent service. Expect to order at the counter.“

“I really enjoyed myself I can’t wait to come back“

“Hospitality is alive and well at Meander Art Bar. The cocktails are impeccable, and the food is delicious. But the shining star is the bartender, Maggie, who not only remembered us after several days between visits but also remember our cocktail orders from the previous visit. The art bar concept is also super creative and fun. If I could put this bar in my pocket and take it back to where I live, I'd do it in a second. It's unpretentious and the perfect neighborhood haunt. Oh, and try the umami cocktail ftw.“

“I rate all restaurants based on how they compare to similar places. This is basically a dive bar vibe with elevated food. Service was great, cocktails were well made and creative and the food was outstanding and varied. We will be back... I suspect regularly! Bonus... Prices a very reasonable. Most craft cocktails are $12-14. The food was also a good value.
Service: 5 nothing fancy... Just efficient and friendly.
Food: 5 Great quality, creative choices. Fantastic 'bar food'.
Atmosphere: 4.5 Clean, comfortable and a great vibe.
Price: 5... Great value. The kind of place that makes you forget about Cross Street (Atlas) and other more expensive places.

Stongle recommend!“

“This is the spot to be!!!! Great bartenders.“

“Great place to hang with your dog!“

“That espresso martini did EXACTLY what it was supposed to do.
Smooth, bold, a little flirty, and had me wide awake and happy after the first sip. Perfect foam, perfect balance, not too sweet, not too strong… just right. If espresso martinis are your love language, this one understands you. I’ll be thinking about this drink until I’m back for another. 💃🏽✨“

“Great place to play pool and have some drinks. Owner is laid back and is very aware of what is happening. Takes good care of the place. There are several pool tournaments and league play. Good people patronize this place. Everyone gets along. Bar tenders are very attentive.“

“Fun atmosphere, everyone had a great time!“

“OK this is the bar and only a bar no food is served. It is completely retro from the gold tinsel hanging on the walls to the hanging red light strands, the disco balls, a front door covered in stickers, the vintage widows and bar and even vinyl night. The hanging speakers provide amazing music acoustics and the tasty cocktails and miller highlife 😆and bar seating add to the amazing vibe. Absolutely A MUST!“

“Marta manages to be both lively and cozy simultaneously in a rowhouse that previously housed Salt (one of my all time favorite upscale restaurants) We went for a friend's birthday, and all 3 courses were delicious, beautifully presented, inventive, and not the same old menu that you find everywhere. Very sweet wait staff was super attentive, educated about the food and wine and made great suggestions. Our original wait staff had an emergency and had to leave in the middle of service, but seamlessly another wait person stepped in to covered us. Kudos to the front of house team for handling with such skill and ease. But the food was definitely the star of the show. For me, the standout was the tuna cannoli. I'm not even sure I can do justice to this deliciousness with a crunchy outer "cannoli" shell with a slight hint of sweet surrounding a creamy center of tuna crudi with little dots of avocado cream. And all was covered with a pistachio "dust." The spicy meatballs were delectable nestled in a cloud of creamy spicy ricotta. And the Duck and Foie Gras Panzotti (little triangle ravioli) was creamy, delicious and the perfect combination of delicate tastes. And the Tiramisu Affogato ended the dinner on a delicious note! And for two people with drinks it was really pretty a good deal for the quality if the food, service and location. We will be back! Food: 5/5 | Service: 5/5 | Atmosphere: 5/5“

“Downtown location is excellent. Food is great at both locations. Service at Owings Mills location was the worst I have ever experienced. Go Downtown. Owings Mills service was dreadful. It wasn't crowded. Just really bad service. Worst service.“

“Terrific new local small business in OEC making great Vodka and Gin!! This is run by a great friend of mine and will be a terrific addition to OEC.“

“We celebrated my daughter's bachelorette party weekend at the Power plant. I'm not that much into Country music, but the PBR was definitely the best part of the trip!“

“So look.. I am always good for a hood spot and initially tht was my impression but then I stepped inside.. Babbbbbbby the bartender.. the owner took great care of us.. It was karaoke & ppl were singing and having a great time.. I am def going bk.. family oriented..good food..just a great time!“

“Great service by Nolan and great food“

“Cool, cozy music venue upstairs. Good people, great vibes. The room sounds great. Looking forward to performing there next week.“

“I love me some Roots!! Thursday nights ladies night is the where its at! Im trying to check out other nights but Thursdays is where its at. Food is amazing, drinks be hitting my girl Meeka put you on so you can get down on that dance floor. Both DJ have you dancing out of your chair.“

“Just stopped in to cool off and enjoy some brews! Loved the selection of whiskey and beers on tap🍻. Makes me want to listen to Irish ☘️ music as soon as we walked in! Bartender was very nice and professional. ✌️👍👍must check this one out 🫵🚗💨“