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May 19-20
Captain James Landing - Restaurant and Crab House is one of May 19-20.

1. Captain James Landing - Restaurant and Crab House

7.6
2127 Boston St, Baltimore, MD
Seafood Restaurant · Canton · 32 tips and reviews
Mama's on the Half Shell is one of May 19-20.

2. Mama's on the Half Shell

9.0
2901 Odonnell St (at Linwood Ave), Baltimore, MD
Seafood Restaurant · Canton · 139 tips and reviews
Canton Dockside is one of May 19-20.

3. Canton Dockside

3301 Boston St (at Clinton St), Baltimore, MD
Seafood Restaurant · Southeastern Baltimore · 53 tips and reviews

4. Abbey Burger Bistro

8.6
1041 Marshall St (at Cross St.), Baltimore, MD
Burger Joint · Federal Hill - Montgomery · 155 tips and reviews

The Baltimore SunThe Baltimore Sun: The Baltimore Sun ranks this restaurant one of Baltimore's Best 100 Restaurants. Read more.

5. Pierpoint Restaurant

7.1
1822 Aliceanna St, Baltimore, MD
New American Restaurant · Fells Point · 20 tips and reviews

The Baltimore SunThe Baltimore Sun: The Baltimore Sun ranks this restaurant one of Baltimore's Best 100 restaurants. Read more.

6. Tapas Adela

814 S Broadway (at Thames St), Baltimore, MD
Tapas Restaurant · Fells Point · 32 tips and reviews

The Baltimore SunThe Baltimore Sun: The Baltimore Sun ranks this restaurant as one of Baltimore's Best 100 restaurants. Read more.

7. Nacho Mama's

8.1
2907 Odonnell St (btwn Linwood and Curley), Baltimore, MD
Mexican Restaurant · Canton · 127 tips and reviews

Baltimore MarylandBaltimore Maryland: Say hi to Elvis. Order a Hubcap Margarita. It's exactly what the name says... a hubcap full of margarita. Best if shared with friends.

8. The Brewer's Art

9.1
1106 N Charles St (at W Chase St), Baltimore, MD
Bar · Mid-Town Belvedere · 177 tips and reviews

Maryann J.Maryann James-Daley: Go the The Brewer's Art, order some rosemary garlic fries and a couple of beers. Stumble home.

9. Captain Larry's Bar & Grill

7.7
601 E Fort Ave (Jackson Ave), Baltimore, MD
Pub · Riverside · 24 tips and reviews

Bill A.Bill Adams: The crab cakes are some of the best in Baltimore. The coleslaw is uniquely delicious!!

10. Thames Street Oyster House

9.3
1728 Thames St (at Ann), Baltimore, MD
Seafood Restaurant · Fells Point · 144 tips and reviews

BmorefrenchBmorefrench: The best oyster bar in town - great oyster and draft selection - moonstones rock

Power Plant Live! is one of May 19-20.

11. Power Plant Live!

7.7
34 Market Pl (Water St), Baltimore, MD
Plaza · Downtown Baltimore · 51 tips and reviews

12. Top of the World Observation Level

8.3
401 E Pratt St Fl 27, Baltimore, MD
Scenic Lookout · Inner Harbor · 16 tips and reviews

Alexandria Jean S.Alexandria Jean Schultz: Great View!

13. Baltimore Farmers' Market & Bazaar

9.1
at E Saratoga St. & Holliday St. (under the JFX), Baltimore, MD
Farmers Market · Downtown Baltimore · 77 tips and reviews

CarnageXBCarnageXB: Go to the pickle stand. Its the only one there. They have some of the best pickles I've ever had in different varieties. Try the kosher and old bay pickles

14. Little Havana

7.9
1325 Key Hwy (at Webster St), Baltimore, MD
Cuban Restaurant · Riverside · 94 tips and reviews

Andy R.Andy Rimando: Order the pork tips. You won't regret it!

15. Mama's on the Half Shell

9.0
2901 Odonnell St (at Linwood Ave), Baltimore, MD
Seafood Restaurant · Canton · 139 tips and reviews

kate r.kate rowe: Sunday brunch is key - beer mussels, ceasar salad, grilled oysters, GM french toast, needful breakfast...all good bets. Top it all off with Blue on Blues :)

16. Pimlico Race Course

7.0
5201 Park Heights Ave (at Hayward Ave), Baltimore, MD
Racecourse · Pimlico · 24 tips and reviews

National PostNational Post: Racing for high stakes: Whether there will be a Preakness, or any other flat racing in Maryland, next spring — or ever again — is an open question. Read more: Read more.

Pier Six Pavilion is one of May 19-20.

17. Pier Six Pavilion

8.1
731 Eastern Ave (at Pier 6), Baltimore, MD
Music Venue · Inner Harbor · 39 tips and reviews

18. Vino Rosina Wine Bar

509 S Exeter St, Baltimore, MD
Wine Bar · Southeastern Baltimore · 16 tips and reviews

The Baltimore SunThe Baltimore Sun: With its exposed brick and high ceilings, Vino pulls together several industrial chic elements for an inviting, elegant space. Read more.

19. Pratt Street Ale House

7.9
206 W Pratt St (btwn S Howard St & Hopkins Plaza), Baltimore, MD
Gastropub · Inner Harbor · 134 tips and reviews

The Baltimore SunThe Baltimore Sun: The Pratt Street Ale House is a pre-gaming spot within walking distance of the stadiums, and a smart-looking bar and brew pub. Read more.

20. Baltimore Taphouse

8.9
600 S Potomac St (Fleet st), Baltimore, MD
Beer Garden · Canton · 13 tips and reviews

The Baltimore SunThe Baltimore Sun: This small Canton corner bar has a carefully curated list of about 15 draft beers and warm, friendly service. Read more.

21. Marquee Lounge

7.2
3134 Eastern Ave (at East Ave.), Baltimore, MD
Lounge · Southeastern Baltimore · 3 tips and reviews

The Baltimore SunThe Baltimore Sun: Marquee Lounge is only open on Friday and Saturday, and only until midnight, but the Creative Alliance's house lounge inside the Patterson makes up for lost time with a sweet, swanky attitude. Read more.

22. Pazo

1425 Aliceanna St (at S Eden St), Baltimore, MD
Mediterranean Restaurant · Fells Point · 72 tips and reviews

The Baltimore SunThe Baltimore Sun: Just for fun reserve one of the velvet-y love seats, which give you ring-side seats to Pazo's increasingly popular late night action. Read more.

23. Mother's Federal Hill Grille

7.3
1113 S Charles St (at E Cross St), Baltimore, MD
Sports Bar · Federal Hill - Montgomery · 78 tips and reviews

The Baltimore SunThe Baltimore Sun: Ravens fans feel at home on the Purple Patio, and weekend warriors fill the huge Mother's on the Alley. Read more.

24. Howl at the Moon

22 Market Pl (at Power Plant Live), Baltimore, MD
Piano Bar · Downtown Baltimore · 38 tips and reviews

The Baltimore SunThe Baltimore Sun: The bar serves a mixed drink in a 86-ounce bucket built for four or more. Read more.

25. Tiki Barge

500 Harborview Dr, Baltimore, MD
Bar · 21 tips and reviews

The Baltimore SunThe Baltimore Sun: Baltimore's Best Bars 2011: One of Baltimore's few pool bars, Tiki Barge has a sweeping harbor view. Read more: http://bsun.md/1kwwVDC   Read more.

26. Bay Cafe

2809 Boston St, Baltimore, MD
Bar · Canton · 43 tips and reviews

The Baltimore SunThe Baltimore Sun: Baltimore's self-proclaimed "beach within reach" delivers live music, frozen drinks and a party atmosphere on its sandy outdoor patio. Read more.

27. Nevin's

31 E Cross St (btwn Light & Charles), Baltimore, MD
Karaoke Bar · Federal Hill - Montgomery · 12 tips and reviews

The Baltimore SunThe Baltimore Sun: Nevin's has the quirkiest karaoke in the whole city. Read more.

28. Max's Taphouse

8.8
737 S Broadway (at Lancaster St), Baltimore, MD
Sports Bar · Fells Point · 167 tips and reviews

The Baltimore SunThe Baltimore Sun: Max's has an encyclopedic selection of beer -- 140 rotating drafts, five hand-pumped ales, and, the kicker, some 1,200 bottled beers in stock. Read more.

The Brewer's Art is one of May 19-20.

29. The Brewer's Art

9.1
1106 N Charles St (at W Chase St), Baltimore, MD
Bar · Mid-Town Belvedere · 177 tips and reviews

30. Idle Hour

7.9
201 E Fort Ave (at William St.), Baltimore, MD
Bar · Riverside · 16 tips and reviews

The Baltimore SunThe Baltimore Sun: With its moody lighting and classy cocktails, it's an ideal destination after dinner. Read more.

Federal Hill is one of May 19-20.

31. Federal Hill

Baltimore, MD
Neighborhood · 12 tips and reviews
Cross Street Market is one of May 19-20.

32. Cross Street Market

8.6
1065 S Charles St (at E Cross St.), Baltimore, MD
Market · Federal Hill - Montgomery · 37 tips and reviews

33. The Gallery

5.7
200 E Pratt St (at S Calvert St), Baltimore, MD
Shopping Mall · Inner Harbor · 24 tips and reviews

Doug L.Doug Lasher: Here's a tip . . . Head south on Light Street about 8 to 10 blocks. You'll see Cross Street Market. Go in and get some Bruce Lee Wings. I guarantee you love them ~

Tiki Barge is one of May 19-20.

34. Tiki Barge

500 Harborview Dr, Baltimore, MD
Bar · 21 tips and reviews

35. Red Eyes Dock Bar

7.6
428 Kent Narrow Way N, Grasonville, MD
Bar · 11 tips and reviews

Naptown .Naptown 💪 Larry: Great Local Bands, Four bars, Sunshine, and the Infamous Red Eyes Bikini Contests all combined, create the Biggest Party ANYWHERE on Sunday afternoons in the Summer !

36. The Jetty Restaurant & Dock Bar

8.6
201 Wells Cove Rd, Grasonville, MD
Bar · 41 tips and reviews

Naptown .Naptown 💪 Larry: Great live bands, Great Food, and Cold Beer. Anytime the band "No Pets for Noah" is playing, this place gets crazy!

37. Pusser's Caribbean Grille

7.3
80 Compromise St (at St. Mary's St), Annapolis, MD
Caribbean Restaurant · 77 tips and reviews

Naptown .Naptown 💪 Larry: It has a deck, it's on the water, they have live music, and if the tourists get too much for you, just order another Pain Killer #3 !

38. Nick's Fish House

8.9
2600 Insulator Dr, Baltimore, MD
Seafood Restaurant · Riverside · 101 tips and reviews

Naptown .Naptown 💪 Larry: Billed as a restaraunt/crab house. Nick's is still the best spot in Baltimore to sit out on the deck, sip on a Natty Boh, and listen to live music on the water!

39. Tiki Barge

500 Harborview Dr, Baltimore, MD
Bar · 21 tips and reviews

Naptown .Naptown 💪 Larry: Technically a floating barge rather than a dock bar... But the Tiki Bar makes my Best of the Bay Dock Bars because it's just One Big Unstoppable All Summer Long Party on the Water!

Jellyfish Joel's is one of May 19-20.

40. Jellyfish Joel's

7.9
22170 Great Oak Landing Rd, Chestertown, MD
Bar · 2 tips and reviews

Naptown .Naptown 💪 Larry: A little taste of the B.V.I. right on the bay... Palm Trees, Tiki Bars, Live Bands, Dancing in the Sand, Swimming, and Friday Sunset Beach Parties all summer long. Don't miss the Painkillers !

41. Little Havana

7.9
1325 Key Hwy (at Webster St), Baltimore, MD
Cuban Restaurant · Riverside · 94 tips and reviews

Kaitlin W.Kaitlin Warnock: $15 bottomless mimosas and bloody marys for brunch on Sundays! Right on the harbor.

42. Max's Taphouse

8.8
737 S Broadway (at Lancaster St), Baltimore, MD
Sports Bar · Fells Point · 167 tips and reviews

Kaitlin W.Kaitlin Warnock: Max's has the LARGEST selection of beers I have ever seen (HUNDREDS!!!). Traditional bar food is great! Also trivia on Thursday nights at 9.

43. Abbey Burger Bistro

8.6
1041 Marshall St (at Cross St.), Baltimore, MD
Burger Joint · Federal Hill - Montgomery · 155 tips and reviews

Kaitlin W.Kaitlin Warnock: BEST BURGERS IN BALTIMORE HANDS DOWN!!!!!!I would eat here all the time if I could.

MaGerks Pub & Grill is one of May 19-20.

44. MaGerks Pub & Grill

7.1
1061 S Charles St (at E Cross St), Baltimore, MD
Pub · Federal Hill - Montgomery · 44 tips and reviews
The Stalking Horse Tavern is one of May 19-20.

45. The Stalking Horse Tavern

26 E Cross St (btw Light St & Charles St), Baltimore, MD
Bar · Federal Hill - Montgomery · 64 tips and reviews
Dick's Last Resort is one of May 19-20.

46. Dick's Last Resort

5.5
621 E Pratt St, Baltimore, MD
Bar · Inner Harbor · 92 tips and reviews
Waterfront Hotel is one of May 19-20.

47. Waterfront Hotel

7.6
1710 Thames St (btw Broadway & Ann), Baltimore, MD
Pub · Fells Point · 81 tips and reviews
Pub Dog Pizza & Drafthouse is one of May 19-20.

48. Pub Dog Pizza & Drafthouse

8.3
20 E Cross St (btw Charles & Light), Baltimore, MD
Bar · Federal Hill - Montgomery · 63 tips and reviews
Looney's Pub is one of May 19-20.

49. Looney's Pub

6.6
2900 Odonnell St (at Linwood Ave), Baltimore, MD
Pub · Canton · 44 tips and reviews
Leinenkugel's Beer Garden is one of May 19-20.

50. Leinenkugel's Beer Garden

7.2
34 Market Pl (btwn Baltimore St & Water St), Baltimore, MD
Beer Garden · Downtown Baltimore · 43 tips and reviews
Ropewalk Tavern is one of May 19-20.

51. Ropewalk Tavern

7.2
1209 S Charles St (at Ropewalk Ln), Baltimore, MD
Bar · Federal Hill - Montgomery · 42 tips and reviews
Rye Craft Cocktails is one of May 19-20.

52. Rye Craft Cocktails

8.4
1639 Thames St, Baltimore, MD
Cocktail Bar · Fells Point · 59 tips and reviews
The Horse You Came In On Saloon is one of May 19-20.

53. The Horse You Came In On Saloon

7.5
1626 Thames St (Btw S Broadway & S Bond), Baltimore, MD
Pub · Fells Point · 68 tips and reviews
The Greene Turtle is one of May 19-20.

54. The Greene Turtle

5.1
718-722 S Broadway (at Lancaster St), Baltimore, MD
Sports Bar · Fells Point · 27 tips and reviews
Shuckers Restaurant & Bar is one of May 19-20.

55. Shuckers Restaurant & Bar

1629 Thames St (on the Broadway Pier), Baltimore, MD
Bar · Fells Point · 45 tips and reviews
Luckie's Tavern is one of May 19-20.

56. Luckie's Tavern

5.2
10 Market Pl, Baltimore, MD
Sports Bar · Downtown Baltimore · 22 tips and reviews
Canton's Portside Tavern is one of May 19-20.

57. Canton's Portside Tavern

7.3
2821 Odonnell St (at Streeper), Baltimore, MD
Pub · Canton · 26 tips and reviews

58. Canton's Portside Tavern

7.3
2821 Odonnell St (at Streeper), Baltimore, MD
Pub · Canton · 26 tips and reviews

Teresa A.Teresa Anders: Tues-Fri 4-8... Yes till 8!!! $2.75 Domestics, $3.75 House Wine and $3.75 Rails! And of course great food specials... Tues 1/2 price mussels, Wed $5 cheesesteaks, Thurs $.50 wings!

59. No Way Jose Cafe

38 E Cross St, Baltimore, MD
Mexican Restaurant · Federal Hill - Montgomery · 38 tips and reviews

Teresa A.Teresa Anders: $3 margaritas and Mexican bottled beers and $5 for 5 Tacos Mon: half-price burger night and $2 Yuengs. Tues and Wed: fajitas for two, which includes a pitcher of margarita or sangria for $20.

60. MaGerks Pub & Grill

7.1
1061 S Charles St (at E Cross St), Baltimore, MD
Pub · Federal Hill - Montgomery · 44 tips and reviews

Teresa A.Teresa Anders: $1.50 Miller Lt and Yueng Drafts! from 4-7 everyday (Food and other drink specials start at 7 every night)... Thursday starting at 6:30 $4 for an infamous Cheesesteak! and at 7PM $2 Coors Lt bottles

Talara is one of May 19-20.

61. Talara

615 President St (at Fleet St.), Baltimore, MD
Latin American Restaurant · Southeastern Baltimore · 53 tips and reviews

Teresa A.Teresa Anders: $5 Mojitos, cocktails and apps! $3 beers... till 7PM during the week and 10PM-1AM on Saturday!

62. Kooper's Tavern

8.5
1702 Thames St (Btw Broadway & S Ann), Baltimore, MD
Burger Joint · Fells Point · 94 tips and reviews

Teresa A.Teresa Anders: Mon: $12 FajitasTues: Burgers start at only $5.00Wed: Crabcake platter $10, two for $19! $3.00 Pints of Heavy SeasThurs: Belgian Beers starting at $3.00Fri: Complimentary Buffet (w/drink purchase)

63. Pub Dog Pizza & Drafthouse

8.3
20 E Cross St (btw Charles & Light), Baltimore, MD
Bar · Federal Hill - Montgomery · 63 tips and reviews

Teresa A.Teresa Anders: Best pizza, and amazing house brewed beer! 2 beers for $4 24/7

64. Shuckers Restaurant & Bar

1629 Thames St (on the Broadway Pier), Baltimore, MD
Bar · Fells Point · 45 tips and reviews

Teresa A.Teresa Anders: Great sports bar to watch any games, especially the Ravens on Sunday! Huge long bar in front of tons of TVs.

JD's Smokehouse Bar & Grill is one of May 19-20.

65. JD's Smokehouse Bar & Grill

3000 Odonnell St (at Potomac St.), Baltimore, MD
Burger Joint · Canton · 36 tips and reviews
Claddagh Pub is one of May 19-20.

66. Claddagh Pub

7.6
2918 Odonnell St (at S Curley St), Baltimore, MD
Irish Pub · Canton · 49 tips and reviews
Yellow Dog Tavern is one of May 19-20.

67. Yellow Dog Tavern

700 S Potomac St, Baltimore, MD
Pub · Canton · 21 tips and reviews

68. Nacho Mama's

8.1
2907 Odonnell St (btwn Linwood and Curley), Baltimore, MD
Mexican Restaurant · Canton · 127 tips and reviews

Ryan G.Ryan Goff: Go to Nacho Mama's and get a hubcap margarita, nachos, and the chicken stuffed with sausage (can't remember its name).

Bay Cafe is one of May 19-20.

69. Bay Cafe

2809 Boston St, Baltimore, MD
Bar · Canton · 43 tips and reviews
Dark Horse Saloon is one of May 19-20.

70. Dark Horse Saloon

2324 Boston St (at Wagner St.), Baltimore, MD
American Restaurant · Canton · 15 tips and reviews

71. Bo Brooks Crab House

7.0
2780 Lighthouse Pt E (off the 2700 block of Boston St), Baltimore, MD
Seafood Restaurant · Canton · 61 tips and reviews

C SquaredC Squared: A must for any Baltimore visitor! Crabs are to die-for and don't forget the award winning crabcakes and specialty drinks! Read more.

72. Te Amo

2933 Odonnell St, Baltimore, MD
Spanish Restaurant · Canton · 12 tips and reviews

David M.David Moreno: Although the menu reads like it was written wi

73. Canton's Portside Tavern

7.3
2821 Odonnell St (at Streeper), Baltimore, MD
Pub · Canton · 26 tips and reviews

Michael S.Michael Schmidt: Anymore brainbusters..?

Pratt Street Ale House is one of May 19-20.

74. Pratt Street Ale House

7.9
206 W Pratt St (btwn S Howard St & Hopkins Plaza), Baltimore, MD
Gastropub · Inner Harbor · 134 tips and reviews
PBR Baltimore is one of May 19-20.

75. PBR Baltimore

5.4
2 Market Pl (in Power Plant Live!), Baltimore, MD
Bar · Downtown Baltimore · 20 tips and reviews
Abbey Burger Bistro is one of May 19-20.

76. Abbey Burger Bistro

8.6
1041 Marshall St (at Cross St.), Baltimore, MD
Burger Joint · Federal Hill - Montgomery · 155 tips and reviews
Captain Larry's Bar & Grill is one of May 19-20.

77. Captain Larry's Bar & Grill

7.7
601 E Fort Ave (Jackson Ave), Baltimore, MD
Pub · Riverside · 24 tips and reviews
Mad River Bar & Grille is one of May 19-20.

78. Mad River Bar & Grille

1110 S Charles St (at W Cross St), Baltimore, MD
Bar · Federal Hill - Montgomery · 28 tips and reviews
No Way Jose Cafe is one of May 19-20.

79. No Way Jose Cafe

38 E Cross St, Baltimore, MD
Mexican Restaurant · Federal Hill - Montgomery · 38 tips and reviews

80. Mama's on the Half Shell

9.0
2901 Odonnell St (at Linwood Ave), Baltimore, MD
Seafood Restaurant · Canton · 139 tips and reviews

AlexAlex: Favorite restaurant in the Square.

81. Mezze

7.3
1606 Thames St (S Bond St), Baltimore, MD
Mediterranean Restaurant · Fells Point · 53 tips and reviews

AlexAlex: Please be brave and ask if they have octopus in!

82. Mother's Federal Hill Grille

7.3
1113 S Charles St (at E Cross St), Baltimore, MD
Sports Bar · Federal Hill - Montgomery · 78 tips and reviews

AlexAlex: The catfish is scrumptious.

Salt is one of May 19-20.

83. Salt

2127 E Pratt St (at S Duncan St), Baltimore, MD
New American Restaurant · Upper Fells Point · 40 tips and reviews

84. Sip & Bite Restaurant

7.9
2200 Boston St (Van Lill St), Baltimore, MD
Diner · Canton · 95 tips and reviews

BaltimoreBaltimore: Voted Best Cheap Restaurant by City Paper Readers for Best of Baltimore 2011

85. Chazz: A Bronx Original

1415 Aliceanna St, Baltimore, MD
Pizzeria · Fells Point · 62 tips and reviews

BaltimoreBaltimore: Voted Best New Restaurant by City Paper Readers for Best of Baltimore 2011

86. Thames Street Oyster House

9.3
1728 Thames St (at Ann), Baltimore, MD
Seafood Restaurant · Fells Point · 144 tips and reviews

BaltimoreBaltimore: Voted 3rd Best New Restaurant by City Paper Readers for Best of Baltimore 2011

Abbey Burger Bistro is one of May 19-20.

87. Abbey Burger Bistro

8.6
1041 Marshall St (at Cross St.), Baltimore, MD
Burger Joint · Federal Hill - Montgomery · 155 tips and reviews
Captain James Crab House is one of May 19-20.

88. Captain James Crab House

8.0
2121 Aliceanna St, Baltimore, MD
Seafood Restaurant · Canton · 27 tips and reviews

89. Woody's Cantina

7.2
821 S Broadway (at Thames St), Baltimore, MD
Bar · Fells Point · 35 tips and reviews

BmorefrenchBmorefrench: THE BEST VIEW IN FELLS POINT!!!!

90. Woody's Cantina

7.2
821 S Broadway (at Thames St), Baltimore, MD
Bar · Fells Point · 35 tips and reviews

Naptown .Naptown 💪 Larry: Woody's has a side street entrance and is hidden above 2 other bars, (a mini pub crawl all in one building). Grab a rum drink at Woody's and enjoy the best views in all of Fells Point.

91. Woody's Cantina

7.2
821 S Broadway (at Thames St), Baltimore, MD
Bar · Fells Point · 35 tips and reviews

Karen A.Karen A: Best Mojito's !!! But the bartender will hate you for ordering it

Woody's Cantina is one of May 19-20.

92. Woody's Cantina

7.2
821 S Broadway (at Thames St), Baltimore, MD
Bar · Fells Point · 35 tips and reviews