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    AJ’s on Hanover

    3.7 (137 reviews)
    Open 5:00 pm - 11:00 PM

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    Outdoor seating

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    Farah K.

    Popped in here for the Very Millenial Christmas pop up bar and was not disappointed. They have decorated their 2nd floor bar with nostalgic Christmas decorations and chachkis and it's all very silly and wonderful (as all christmas pop ups should be). It is first come first serve to be sure. I got Buddys candy cane Cocoa ( a nod to Buddy the Elf) which just hit the spot on a cold winter night. I also sprang the extra five bucks for it to be served in the commemorative mug you get to take home. Also ordered some nachos and my bf got some grilled cheese and tomato soup. All in all a nice experience at AJ's. Oh they also take a polaroid of you if you're seated at the bar for their Polaroid wall for the pop up.

    Rachel S.

    Wow, I was very impressed with the food here! And we got an orange crush tower also! We were able to snag the only table outside because it was a beautiful day! We ordered the pierogis, truffle fries, crab rangoons and the cheesesteak egg rolls. Will definitely be going back again soon!

    Ty M.

    Surprised that I have never done a review for this place especially because I go so often so I figured I'd do something now lol. Since I have moved to Federal Hill in Baltimore, this has become one of my go to spots for brunch and for a good burger and beer during the week From the awesome bartenders to different kinds of drinks that match the season two new dishes on the menu they always have something new for me to try there. Prices are extremely reasonable and I'm certain days they have happy hour all day. They are also one of the few places in federal Hill that has happy hour on the weekends after brunch. If you're in the area and are looking to just grab a beer or a cocktail by yourself or with a group, this is definitely a good spot.

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    Jada C.

    Restaurant Week, we Love You !! I chose this establishment for RW week for a group of 8. Well, 4 made it. Parking was daggone near impossible but worth the fight. Upon walking in the establishment, great views and very welcoming. Great service by several staff members. Our most helpful staff member was Lincoln. He was very kind and humble. Soft spoken and helpful. Collectively, we ordered the following. Prixe Fix $40pp Crab Ragoon : Delish!! Great size, perfectly stuffed. Shrimp Carbonara : Great dish !! Greatly portioned, well plated, and great flavor. Chocolate Molten Lava Cake : Great size, warm and yummy rich. Prixe Fix $40pp Buffalo Brussels : Very good, great flavor, a little too Buffalo saucy. Peruvian Salmon : Well plated, a little overcooked, and could have used more flavor. Broccoli was a little overcooked. Rice... DELISH !! Soooo tasty. Chocolate Molten Lava Cake : Great size, warm and yummy rich. Smash Burger : Delicious, fulfilling, Long Island : Strong!! A great concoction. Buffalo Chicken Mac : So so. Dry. Blueberry Mojito Mocktail : Refreshingly perfect. Perfect amount of all ingredients. We really enjoyed our time spent at AJ's on Hanover and are already making plans to return.

    Espresso martini
    Dwayne J.

    $7 happy hour????? Sign me up. There's no thrills with the espresso martini so don't expect It to be the best in Baltimore however you will taste the coffee and the reminder that it's alcoholic The snack wrap is delicious and very filling and their dipping sauces have great flavor to accompany It as well Overall this is a great happy hour deal in the local federal hill area

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    Lauren H.

    Had delicious drinks, our bartender Jack made us amazing Tiramisu Martinis happy hour deals were great

    Riley G.

    Great service and food. There is a lot of space which makes it the perfect place to watch a game or have a good bite to eat. Shared the Tuna nachos with two of my friends and it was the perfect amount for the three of us. Great tuna portions and not too spicy. I also had the steak street tacos, which were filling after two, however, a little too spicy for my taste. This place is a lot of fun and worth checking out. They do fun events like candle making as well.

    Jalapeño Margarita
    Theresa S.

    Came for happy hour to enjoy the warm weather. I will say that out of all the spots in fed hill, AJs has the most outdoor seating which is awesome. I had the Chicken Bacon Ranch Crunchwrap which was so delicious. This is one of their specialities and it hits. I will say it's quite large and good item to split with someone. The jalapeño margarita was the right amount of spice and tasty to sip on. Plus it comes with a fun ice cube! Overall a good time, vibes are great and so is the service. Definitely a good choice for happy hour and catching up with friends.

    Chicken bacon ranch crunch wrap with Mac n cheese side
    Hannah C.

    We went to AJs on a football Saturday night. It wasn't too busy downstairs compared to other places. We sat in the back, downstairs. The TV was definitely too small to really enjoy watching the game from the back of the room. The food was great and our server was attentive. Although I wouldn't recommend the French soup. The bread that came with it was really good and buttery but the onions weren't cooked and caramelized enough and we thought it needed more cheese. The crunch wrap was good. It was nice and refreshing, not too heavy. It definitely was not overflowing with chicken. Pulled steak grilled cheese was also good. Maybe a little dry with certain bites of meat but otherwise it has juices and sauce. Overall, chill vibes, attentive server, and pretty good food. I'll certainly return to try some other menu items and check out happy hour deals.

    Espresso martini
    ean g.

    Stopped in AJs on Hanover for lunch. They have a solid weekend Happy Hour from 2-5pm and the portions sizes for food are very large. Highly recommend.

    Kaelene M.

    If you're looking for tasty drinks + affordable prices this is the bar for you. I would say that this bar gives more of a laid back vibe. It's perfect for coming with friends or dates! I arrived around 9:30 pm on a Saturday night with one of my friends (who is a bartender here). Everyone who works here was super polite and friendly! They're also great bartenders! The drinks came out quickly too. I ordered the Cool Bean drink which is basically equivalent to an espresso martini. The drink had a strong espresso taste which masked the taste of alcohol (which I liked). Definitely worth a try if you're into Espresso Martinis. I highly recommend Aj' s on Hanover to everyone. It's a great place for socializing and also for great drinks. I can't wait to come back and try their food menu!

    Fries, fish tacos, chicken tenders
    Nicholas K.

    Waiter was nice. They got an item on my order wrong, but apologized and quickly corrected it. Got fish tacos, fries, and chicken tenders, all of at least acceptable quality. The layout of the place was novel. Their dining is on the first floor, and their kitchen is in the basement. They have multiple large TV screens. Prices were acceptable. Was gonna rate this a 4, but am taking a star off, because they gave me 2.5% credit card processing fee. If they're gonna do that, they should have signs on their walls saying they should be paid in cash. You really could avoid this problem if you were willing to accept cryptocurrency like Litecoin and Dash, which I could have provided.

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    Nice atmosphere with great burgers and mac and cheese. Serve is friendly. Definitely returning!

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    First time here food was great the service was incredible we had jack as our server he was super attentive ask for him if you come

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    Jack's service was fantastic! Super funny, kind, and quick. Made great shots and bloody pitchers

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    AJ’s on Hanover - newamerican - Updated August 2026

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