A Fell's staple! Cozy, sports bar/inn vibes with plenty of beers and bar food. Especially love coming here during holidays when they decorate the whole ceiling. Loved their crabby taters - the half size was already a generous portion. Awesome, friendly service! Seems like the staff really enjoy working here and interacting with customers. read more

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We went to Ale Mary's after a big, touristy day in the Inner Harbor (I recently moved back to Baltimore, and am revisiting a lot of attractions, as a way of orienting myself, so I am still open to more broad kind of places.) We picked this place because it was advertised as a little touristy, and my partner likes tots! This place was great! After slogging around in 93 degree heat, we were ready to have a breather. We came in the early evening on a Sunday. The friendly bartender sat us, after a minute of us looking confusedly around. He and our table server were very jovial and familiar with each other, and made us feel very welcome! I like the decor of the place, because even though the structure is basically Dive Bar Baltimore, they also put in some idiosyncratic touches, like holy water containers near the doors, and cute salt and pepper shakers on every table. We started with the tots trinity, which was great, but we also both thought that next time, we would just get the crabby tots. In fact, I would just order the crab dip in whatever way I could get it! Excellent, unexpected, delicious! The regular tots and ranch cheesy ones were fine, but a little undercooked--if only they had been super hot and browned! My partner had the world's largest greek salad, which he said was very fresh and well balanced, and I had a chopped steak sandwich, which was a special on the menu, and delicious, although--and this is a big deal--the roll was not good. I loved all the flavors of the sandwich, but the bread fell apart before I even picked it up. Our service was great, and accommodating, and they really felt like they were looking out for us (I was walking with a cane, and they made a special effort to fit me in. I substituted Brussels sprouts instead of chips, and that was a champion decision. Soooo good. We had enough leftovers to have another supper the next night. Everyone whom we encountered at Ale Mary's was fun and kind and good at their jobs. Thank you! read more

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We enjoyed a date night here. We heard about Christmas on Fleet and it was impressive in a way that would make Clark Griswold proud. I loved that every single inch of this place was festive. It was pretty busy on a Sunday night and we were lucky to snag a table in the back after a relatively short wait. Even though the staff was super busy, they were all so friendly and helpful. My tots were tasty, they could be a little bit crispier to hold up to all of the toppings. The holiday drink offerings were fun and beautiful. We will definitely pop back over here to catch a game or a drink in the future. read more

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This must be one of the most festive spots in the city. When you walk in, it feels like Christmas explodes in your face. You've gotta applaud them for the decorations: upon speaking with the bartender I found that the owner's wife and her friends spent FOUR days decorating the entire place - and you'll see it if you look around just how down with the details they got. Beyond the amazing decor, their drinks were pretty bomb. I got the mule and it was sweet with a kick (still easy to down as someone who's alcohol-averse). The bartenders are a hoot. One of them gave us his personal stickers (pictured). There's quite fun, 10/10 recommend. The only downside is that this place is often packed! Which I'm actually grateful for because it means business is good and people recognize how amazing this spot is. However if you're looking to get a for sure seat, maybe go earlier in the week rather than later. read more

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Honestly, Ale Mary's is so slept on, but it is frequent and loved by the locals in Fells point and upper Fells point. They recently revamped their entire menu and changed a lot of their specials - for the better but their most beloved item is the crab dip and that has stayed the same. I think the crab dip here is probably the best in all of Baltimore! The service is fantastic. My friend wanted a mango crush, but they had run out of the mangoes so then the bartender literally walked outside (they have a cutie outdoor seating) to ask us if he could use mango vodka and orange juice instead and honestly, it was such a lovely crush. They are known to decorate their bar for the seasons right now because football is about to start. They have it decked out with cute football cut outs and then the best time to go is of course during the winter when they go all out for their Christmas decorations. Such a big fan and out of all of the bar food, I feel like the food at Ale Mary's might be the best? read more

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We stopped in around 4:00 on the Sunday before Christmas and waited about 20 minutes for a table. Everything we ordered was excellent! The Holy Biscuits are to die for and the seasonal specials were so fun. Service was friendly and prompt, which was even more appreciated given the huge crowd! The Christmas decorations are fantastic and create the perfect festive mood! read more

Ale Mary's - Tiny Tim's Turkey Sandwich - Pubs Near Me - Baltimore, Maryland

Super cute Christmas decorations! It's sort of a small bar so it gets packed but we were able to snag seats at the bar. The grilled wings were delicious! Give it a try for some holiday cheer! read more

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We went for Christmas on Fleet street and it did not disappoint! Holiday cocktails were on point! They swapped vodka for whiskey in the mule- and it was very delicious. My husband loved his old fashioned. Prices were reasonable. We designed snowflakes while drinking & wrote letters to Drunk Santa. The decor is obviously SO well done- added bonus was the Christmas music on repeat & the festive bartenders. A delightful night out. The bar was packed, but they keep the space flowing- read more

A great place to grab a casual dinner with friends. Last time I went was their Thursday night steak dinner special - for $18 including sides, I was very happy, it was delicious. Ate outside and the service was super attentive! read more

Ale Mary's - Steak - Pubs Near Me - Baltimore, Maryland

This bar has truly captured the magic of Christmas, right here in Baltimore I visited Ale Mary's for the first time last night, and I'll definitely be back! From the moment we arrived, we were greeted by friendly staff and amazed by the incredible attention to detail in the holiday decor. The walls were lined with classic movie references, glitter, ornaments, and twinkling string lights--everything felt so festive! We came for their free ornament decorating event, which was a blast! Plus, I'm excited to hear they have even more free events lined up this month! For drinks, we tried the Mistletoe Espresso Martini and Peppermint Mocha--both were delicious and affordable (our total for two drinks was just $21)! They had a slew of holiday themed food options too, I'll have to go back to try those If you're in Baltimore this holiday season, be sure to check out Ale Mary's! read more

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This was my first time here and a "Regular" next to me, named Melanie, was so rude, homophobic & racist with her comments the whole time I was there. She was screaming across the bar to some other woman and the man she was with. If this behavior i tolerated at this bar I will not be back. Thankfully the meatloaf on special was amazing and the service was good. The Christmas decor was really cute and much more than the videos I saw. read more

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We were thrilled to finally see the festive interior of Ale Mary's. While small, the crowd was friendly and so was the staff. Steve was fun and friendly, and ultimately, gave us stickers of himself which was hilarious. Though we're happy to have finally visited, I wish it stated on the site that the weekly specials weren't avaliable during Christmas season. Upon being seated, I asked Steve about the Wednesday burger specials, and he said, they're not happening now, though the site advertises specials on the first page. This is not the worst thing in the world, but with current inflation, I think we all like to have an idea of what we're spending/ saving before going somewhere. We still got burgers, and enjoyed the decor, but we wish we had known about the specials. read more

Updating my review after going during Christmas time! Ale Mary's continues to deliver. It was PACKED, I'm glad we came super early. The free Christmas crafting was such a fun way to spend time with a friend. The hot toddy was perfect for the cold weather and the cookies were a nice touch. The French onion soup was divine and the mac was good. The service was great, we were always being checked in on. Overall, can't miss for the holidays! read more

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They have such fun decorations up for the holidays!!! Would 100% recommend to check it out to get you in the Christmas spirit. It was pretty crowded but service was still good, I had the eggnog and while not very creative (soco nog and fireball) the decorative glass still made me so happy, and it was delicious! Will have to go back on a normal day! read more

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Came here for the Christmas pop up bar. We simply walked in and it was super convenient. The drink I ordered was delicious and the service was great. It looked like a great spot to get some food or visit during its normal operation. The venue was quaint and well kept with a warm feeling. read more

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Ale Mary's is a holiday wonderland! Their festive decor is a MUST-SEE - it's truly magical. And to make it even merrier, try their signature Leg-Nog - it's absolutely delightful! A perfect spot to get into the holiday spirit. It's a small venue tho so sometimes hard to get a drink at the bar. read more

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We used to come here a lot for brunch. We decided to return to see if it was as excellent as it had always been, and we were not disappointed. The service was excellent. They made a point to celebrate my little brother's birthday by putting a candle in his french toast. it was my first time getting items that are considered lunch fare and I enjoyed them. Immensely the wings were tender and sauced perfectly. The Caesar salad was pre-dressed. The dressing was tasty. I'm excited to return to enjoy my traditional brunch items the mimosas do not disappoint. read more

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Very busy but the bar service was fast and friendly considering a Friday crowd. Love the Christmas vibe. The Leg-Nog was heavy in the fireball but still good. Wish we could get food but it was too popular read more

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Amazing little neighborhood Bay in Fells. The decor is quirky, with black and white photos on the wall, a leg lamp on the bar, and a variety of signs -- all things that provide tons of fodder for conversation! Steve, the owner and bartender, and the other servers are so friendly and warm. They have a decent draft and bottle list and a full bar. They have a kitchen with a pleasantly surprising menu and a great brunch! During good weather they have outdoor seating, quick I would highly recommend for a summer or fall brunch outing. read more

Great service. We were lucky to have the owner today cooking up our meals. That orange crush was so tasty that I forgot it had alcohol! So I had two. Sausage patty & fried egg, topped with cheddar cheese & bacon piled high between grilled honey glazed donuts served with home fries. read more

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Can't believe I haven't reviewed this yet! Every time I've been here, the service has been very friendly, helpful, and still professional. Their food, especially the burgers, are flavorful and delicious! I always try to sit outside when the weather is good, but seating inside is fine, too. Prices are decent for the quality and quantity you get. read more

I came here for Brunch. It was light on folks, so our food came out fast. I ordered the Juevos Ranchditos. They were particularly good till I discovered my over medium egg was fried. I let our server know and they were re-done. Again this set came out fried harder than the last. Of the 4 eggs cooked, only 1 was partially cooked correct. After explaining the conundrum to our server, I was met with no resolution. I ate a few more bites but, ultimately did not touch the rest of my plate. My item was not taken off my bill. Instead I was given a 3 buck can of beer for free. Classy? Not sure if I'd come back for brunch. Maybe lunch where there's no over medium eggs involved. LOL. read more

Ale Mary's - Juevos Huevos Ranchditos - Pubs Near Me - Baltimore, Maryland

I always love drinking here but I finally ate here tonight and so far the appetizers where off the hook. We had the everything ahi tuna and it spectacular. No pun intended. Lol. Jason the bartender was really cool and made us great cocktails. Adrienne was extremely helpful with assisting us navigate the menu and was very nice. I totally recommend this place if you haven't been here. If you have, please explore the menu next time. More reviews to come. Oh yeah if you haven't explored the decor here it's quite impressive also. read more

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Ale Marys is a classic Baltimore bar. The theme is great, with all the art and decoration being perfectly campy, the service is friendly and welcoming, and most importantly the food is top notch. Come here for the tots, and come back for the tots. While it is heartbreaking that they don't have their crab bisque on the every day menu now, if it ever comes up as the soup of the day it is also a must have. Whenever I have friends visiting for a brief period of time and I can only share a few venues with them, Ale Marys is always one that makes the cut as a wonderful example of what Baltimore has to offer in terms of both character and quality. read more

Well this is a gem. I've been here three times in the last couple of months. First off it's got plenty of indoor and outdoor seating. I've mostly eaten outside thus far, but due to a sudden thunder storm, have had the pleasure of dinning indoors as well. The team working there is super friendly and were a riot to joke around with while we were eating. I'm a firm believer in 3 plus drinks with all brunches, so I had a Guinness, a coffee, a water and a shot of whiskey. I would highly recommend this combo for your meal. The food was good. I think the donuts could have used a little more love, but everything else was solid. I think it gives elevated diner vibes, but it's really the whole experience that is top notch. It is a sports pub, so there were plenty of passionate sports fans every time I've been, but I think the excitement of the fellow patrons just adds to the experience. The location is a little hard to park in, but there is a lot to see and visit nearby, so I didn't mind hoofing it some. I think I definitely found a feel good staple for my future brunches. Side note, I can't have potatoes, so I subbed my potatoes for toast. Much like Oprah, I love bread. read more

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Came across this place on Thrillist. It was one of several places that spoke to me. It had been awhile since I was at a pub type environment that made me feel back in Ireland, so I thought we should give it a go. From the reviews it sounded like this place was gonna be loud, but have amazing food. Well, if you've ever been to a pub, a good one, YES it's going to be loud. We had looked over the menu prior to arriving so we had an idea of what to order once we arrived. Upon arriving this place is much like a traditional pub. Plenty of seats at the bar, w/ a handful of tables and high tops. Crosses decorate this quaint little pub. Specials are written over the bar, while hand written ales are posted on the wall. This place is known for their tots, apparently they go throw quite a lot! They come in a variety of types. We didn't opt to get any to start. Instead we started w/ the Crab dip (Served with warm french baguette, crackers & celery sticks). It was very rich and creamy. Between the two of us we couldn't finish it prior to our food coming out. It came out rather quickly after placing our order. Bison burger - this was a special for the day/week. All I know is it looked juicy and good, w/ an egg on top. So filling that my colleague couldn't finish it. Full Monte (An epic sandwich of biblical proportion 4 grilled cheese sandwiches stuffed with tavern ham, oven roasted turkey, Mapel sausage, fried egg, bacon & tomato finished with a fresh very berry dipping sauce and if you have room for dessert when your done you get a free fried ice cream sundae) - Let me start by saying WOAH! I envisioned what this would look like, but when I got it my eyes still popped out of my head. On the menu it doesn't say you get an ice cream sundae, but upon delivery to the table I was told. I couldn't eat more than half. It was delicious. Def a good breakfast meal for anytime of the deal. So tasty and flavorful. We asked for boxes for the sammiches and dip. We opted to get the Krispy Kream Bread Pudding (it's voted Baltimore's best dessert). It's not a Krisy Kream donut. It's more like a cinnamon roll. We got it w/ ice cream and whip cream. The warm and the cold blend well together. Now this we DID finish. The portions here are plentiful regardless of your appetite. Staff is friendly and attentive. If I lived here, this would be my spot for sure. Highly recommend coming in for a pint and some good eats. You'll leave stuffed and happy w/ a box of food to go! My tastebuds approve this message! read more

Great neighborhood spot! Came here on a Thursday night for dinner because it was within walking distance of a friend's place, was happily surprised. It's an unassuming place, a very "local pub" feeling, with some nice outside seating. Although we were not able to sit outside, we were soon charmed by the welcoming and fun wait staff. First, we ordered some beers, and I had a enjoyable sour on draft. For an appetizer we looked at their extensive list of tater tots- sweet tots, crabby tots, cheesy tots, loaded tots, sloppy tots and on and on. We got the cheesy and were very satisfied. Thursday, it turns out, is steak night, so we ordered the $14 fells point steak special which was a huge portion of steak, mashed potatoes, and garlic broccoli. The price point was incredible, and there was so much food that I packed a box and got a second meal out of it the next day, thus doubling the value :) What a nice little place! It's comfort food for sure, but well done and in a pleasant, unpretentious environment. I have a feeling I'll be back. read more

Ale Mary's - Cheesy tots with ranch :) Can't go wrong with that! - Pubs Near Me - Baltimore, Maryland

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One of my favorite places in Fells Point. A neighborhood dive bar with the best service and delicious food. A place where everyone knows everyone and if it's your first time there they will make you feel like you're part of the family. Brunch is wonderful but so is everything else on the menu. read more

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Wow! Was looking for a place off the beaten path (not stuffy downtown) with good food and laid back atmosphere! Found it! Very relaxed and laid back. The cream of crab was pretty good. Not as thick and creamy as some, but really good flavor. The Blackened Catfish with shrimp over grits was amazing. Really was stuffed, but had to try the brownie sundae for desert with a Rye Old Fashioned to finish. Really no complaints and worth the long walk on a very hot day! read more

Ale Mary's - Blackened catfish with shrimp over grits - Pubs Near Me - Baltimore, Maryland

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We were recommended this place by the bartender at Bentley's because they didn't have food. Walked a few blocks and OMG worth every step! They were still offering their weekend brunch that ends at 2:00pm. I got the creamed chip beef over CORNBREAD!! How ingenious. And my husband got the Benedict IV with filet mignon, cooked to a perfect medium rare. He also got a side of the !%$# on cheddar cheese biscuits! We are definitely coming back!! Can't wait to try more! Service was awesome! read more

I'm all about dive bars. Places with good drinks, good food and good people. The food was ok. Nothing special, but not bad. I've had way worse bar food. The cheese tots were good. Crispy tots with a few different cheeses on top. I think they used a flat top or something to get some really crispy cheese on them. The mussels were also very good. Too many broken shells though so some of them weren't edible. The broth was very good though. My wife had the tomato bisque and really enjoyed it. Service was great. read more

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Hidden gem if you don't know where it is, great food great drinks and great staff what more can you ask for read more

Ale Mary's - Had their breakfast burrito and it's sooo big I don't think I'll eat the rest of the Drunken Sunday Tots - Pubs Near Me - Baltimore, Maryland

Ale Mary's close to Fells Point waterfront. Memorial day weekend Saturday was fairly quiet. Good selection of beer and ale. The three colossal crabcake sliders what I had. They were kind enough to delete the rule and spread it out over five fried green onions. See photo. Really good meal! $21. A very fair value right now. Great service friendly staff. Good variety on tap. I highly recommend it. The entire menu is a great great value. read more

Ale Mary's - 3 Colossal Crabmeat sliders $21. Crab meat spread across five fried green tomatoes - Pubs Near Me - Baltimore, Maryland

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Ale Marys is a good drink and desert spot ! I felt a little overwhelmed with the dinner menu options and ended up getting a soft shell crab po boy. It was tasty but a little difficult to eat. I will say that my highlight was definitely the bread pudding desert with ice cream. If was PERFECTION and I would definitely order this desert time and time again . Service was attentive and courteous! If you're in the area and looking for some amazing desert and a nice drink selection, this is your place. read more

Ale Mary's - Pubs Near Me - Baltimore, Maryland

This review is solely based on my brunch experience here. BF and I were out enjoying the unusually warm February weather and decided to go out to brunch. We had been to Ale Mary's one other time and decided to give it a try. I thought their brunch menu was very small with not a lot of variety. BF got pancakes that had bacon and sausage in them that came with eggs and potatoes. I got southwestern stackers that were corn pancakes that came with salsa and sour cream with potatoes and sausage. It was an interesting combination but I think it needed a little more flavor wise. Perhaps another sauce or more salsa-- it just felt kind of dry. The potatoes were the best part for me! Service was pretty quick and friendly but our outdoor table had mustard stains in between the cracks of the tables that wasn't cleaned up before we got there. Mimosas were only $3 which was a huge perk and entrees weren't that expensive which was nice too. I would definitely return and give the brunch menu or dinner menu another try. read more

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Ale Mary's is one of the best bars in Baltimore for day drinking. Bloody Marys are near perfect, and the "Crabby Tots" haunt me in my dreams. Tom the owner is a real character, and you are as likely to find him behind the bar as in the kitchen. read more

Ale Mary's - Great place to day drink with friends - Pubs Near Me - Baltimore, Maryland

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A diamond in the rough for sure we stumbled across this place on Saturday night right before we went to the bars in fells . Decent menu and amazing bread pudding . The Salmon BLT is amazing . I will Highly recommend this place for a quick bite to eat and grab some drinks . read more

As a Baltimore local, I hadn't been here in YEARS, but found myself at the ever familiar bar stool on Saturday late afternoon. I wasn't in the mood for beer, and it's summer....so Hoop Tea on draft, yes please! Hung out and enjoyed watching people come and go from the Pedal Mill (now the Trolley Pub) as we clearly had to celebrate whatever they were celebrating as well. Ordered some bacon tots (don't think that's the official name) and a steak flatbread pizza (don't sleep on this!!) and was both pleasantly surprised at how good they were. If you are a fan of The Christmas Story, you'll enjoy your time here. Bartenders were awesome. read more

Abandon all hope, ye dieters who enter here. (And wear your stretchiest fatpants.) Ale Mary's specializes in gluttonous portions of carbs as a semi-feasible epic mealtime. There is naught on this menu to suggest your visit will be a healthy one, and any false hope will be crushed when you see the generous amount of food hit the table. Cheap pints of mimosas and bloody marys are a run-of-the-mill addition to your hedonistic brunch experience. There is nothing wrong with the breakfast burrito, except that it's not as intriguing as its alternative waistline foes. The drunken Sunday tots are a formidable adversary as a single person's brunch entree. Well-rendered bacon half-strips spear a hefty mound of cheesy smashed-then-crisped tots, like a greasy spoon rendition of the Iron Throne. The overlaying scrambled eggs in its description would have more accurately been described as a plain, not-quite-fluffy omelette. Meaty, creamy sausage gravy is then liberally poured on top. I recommend sharing this future heart attack as an appetizer among at least four people. The glorious Saints & Sinners sandwich is the epitome of breakfast cravings. The donut serving as bread is not too sweet and grilled for texture. Tender sausage patty. A fried egg with melted cheddar blanket forms the bed for an orgy of bacon. Need more alcohol sponge? No problem, the crispy side of home fries with peppers and onions will be your hangover KO. Patio seating is clutch. While warned away by our friendly server from the Southwestern stackers for its pedestrian qualities, we didn't have room for Krispy Kreme bread pudding or piggies on horseback... and two breakfast meats mating with my pancakes is exactly the gratuitous food porn I need in my party-recovery life. I don't think I can justify the bananas Foster stuffed French toast, but I'll be back to clog my arteries with self-loathing in the form of Full Monte, seafood pot pie, Mr Boh's mussels, cream of crab soup, and crabby/deli/sloppy tots. read more

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A Hail Mary pass is a very long forward pass in American football, made in desperation with only a small chance of success, especially at or near the end of a half. An Ale Mary Pass is a very long brunch in American fat kid history, made in desperation when you wake up hungover at 1 pm and need greasy food to soak up the alcohol. I can't think of a single thing I don't like about Ale Mary's. Their mimosas and bloody mary's come out in freaking pint glasses. Their prices are affordable. The servers are friendly and quick. And best of all the food here is pretty on point. For example, they have Saint and Sinners Sandwich ($7.95). It's a breakfast on a FREAKING grilled extra large glazed donut. And if you check out this cooking video you'll find out it's grilled in BUTTER (http://www.wbaltv.com/entertainment/food/Saints-and-Sinners-Sandwich/17552722#!bFJ60r). Who does that? Only a culinary genius with clear arteries.. The sandwich is delicious. I tried it. It has sausage, a fried egg, cheddar cheese and bacon and some home fries on the side. You must try this. Now let's move onto the next heart attack on a plate: Drunken Sunday Tots ($8.95): "Crispy Tater Tots piled high with Scrambled Eggs, Cheddar & Jack Cheeses and Bacon then smothered in Sausage Gravy" according to the menu. Beware this is meant for the table to share. I wouldn't order this for one person cause it might be overwhelming and deadly. Despite the healthy amount of sausage gravy all over it, the taters and bacon manage to stay crispy and they are delicious. If you need food to soak up the alcohol get this. I myself had the breakfast burrito ($7.95). I would say it's normally pretty awesome, but after having a bite of the Saint and Sinners donut sandwich, I kind of lost interest in it. Basically, it's like watching people around you eat whole milk fat ice cream, while you're the one on the diet eating sorbet and you get a taste of the ice cream. You don't care about your icy healthy sorbet as much after. I have never been so satisfied with a brunch before, and I'm not too much of a brunch person. I can't wait to return once I order a new wardrobe in the next size up. Or maybe two sizes. read more

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