Fun place to grab a sandwich and do a little work, which is what I did last week. The service was fine and the food came out fast. My egg frittata with cheddar and sausage was good, needed a bit of salt and pepper. I also had a day-old berry and cream popover, which was good. It was quiet when I was there, maybe 4 other customers. The interior has an industrial reuse vibe, a bit grungy, which looks like it can get out of control here if no one's paying attention. I wouldn't mind coming back to try something else on the menu. read more

Baby's On Fire - Egg frittata sandwich with cheddar and sausage - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Baltimore, Maryland

Super cute little coffee shop! They have yummy little treats like homemade banana bread and some delicious looking sandwiches. I love the plants hanging and the lights in the window. Coffee was delicious, I got the tangerine dream latte which was their current special. It was so good! Subtle hint of tangerine with their wonderful coffee. Smooth and yummy, not bitter at all. My friends got caramel lattes and they both enjoyed theirs too. It was about $10 for a coffee and slice of banana bread - not as cheap as I expected when I saw one dollar sign. This seems like a good place to take your laptop & do some work. They have free WiFi! There are only little tables with two chairs each. I was part of a group of three so we had one person sitting at a neighboring table. This is not a good place to go with other people or to have a conversation. I felt bad talking to my friends in there because it was so silent and everyone else there was working. Bathroom had nice apothecary soap. To go to the bathroom you grab a wooden piece with a key attached to unlock and open the door. Neat idea! They have music playing the whole time from a vinyl record, which they also sell. I love he vibe it gave to the place. There is some seating outside and I was happy to see that the music from inside was also being played outside. I saw someone else mention difficulties with parking. It's Baltimore, so expect to parallel park & pay at a pay station. We easily found parking close by. read more

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Mount Vernon is loaded with coffee shops, yet Baby's on Fire finds a way to create an its own niche. From the moment you walk in there is a welcoming vibe. It is tucked off the main drag - on Morton St. just south of Chase St. I would expect it to be empty, but it has been filled every time I've walked in. With a bunch of four-tops, folks tend to share their tables and their conversation with strangers. A refreshing feeling in a city that can feel somewhat divided as of late. The spot is owned by two music loving locals and designed to be a place where you can fill your caffeine fix and browse the vinyl music selection while waiting for your coffee. I peered through the bins, taking a look at the selection - a mix of common artists and some I have never heard of. They are often tempting you with some of their choices by playing a musical selection throughout the cafe. There is really something different about the way the music sounds from a record on great speakers. Here is the spot to check it out if you have forgotten or are too young to remember record ever existed. I am a fan of Stumptown Coffee, our of Portland, Or. Ok, if you read this blog, you know I am a fan of most coffees. On this particular day I tried the Crimson and Clove'r. The barista's are quick and talented. I had mine to go, so I lacking a photo of the latte art. I forget that lattes have too much milk for me, but I loved the flavor of this drink - plus, it reminded me a little of Joan Jett's version when she was here for Artscape a few years back. This was a little bit spicy and a little bit sweet. Clever drink names - perfectly paired with the theme of the coffeehouse. Chef and Owner - Shirlé Hale-Koslowski - are bringing tasty morsels, that you can grab on the go. I went for the Albini Panini - a country white bread sandwhich that is stuffed with salty Proscuitto, a slather of rich pesto, fresh, creamy mozzarella and kale - all that yummy goodness is pressed together to add some crunch and some appetizing grill marks. There are food choices for all types of diets though: vegetarian and vegan panini's, fun pastries, and bagels with toppings. I really need to do more manicures if i am going to take pics of food in the air. I recommend these guys for the coffee lover, music lover and of course if you need a quick bite. The food isn't super heavy - but perfect for a lunch on the go. (The above sandwich comes with chips). Plus, they gave me swag! read more

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Great neighborhood place to hang in mt Vernon. Lots of seating with good light if you are looking for a food study spot. My favorite drink is the matcha latte. So good! Hubby loves the iced green tea. We are really into those green antioxidants ;). They also have a few vegan baked goods which is always nice- the coconut date balls are satisfying. read more

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Unfortunately, I got there about 30 minutes prior to closing. I was looking through the vinyl and it was close to closing. Instead of asking me if I needed any assistance close to 2pm, I was simply told, "we are closed now." I felt it was sort of rude, and probably won't go back. read more

I got the best iced mocha I have ever had! Super good bacon egg and cheese bagel as well! Service was fantastic and they have a nice outdoor seating area. I wish I lived in the area so I could come here more often!!! read more

Great place for coffee, a panini and pastries. The atmosphere is very chill and they sell old records there. The baristas are very nice and know what they are doing. Want to grab a quick bite and coffee come over here. read more

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Really like this coffee shop in the Mount Vernon neighborhood area! You can browse through old records, and even go to their listening station, to listen to whatever record you'd like through a pair of headphones. Food is nothing fancy, but their coffee is on point. If you're a latte fan make sure you order one here! Talented baristas, a fun atmosphere and delicious coffee from Stumptown make this the place special. read more

Baby's On Fire - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Baltimore, Maryland

This place is a hidden gem! Clean, cool atmosphere with great music. The staff are so friendly. There were several "regulars" that passed through. The egg sandwich wasn't the best I've ever had but reasonably priced and really, egg is egg. Their breakfast menu is limited to bagels and egg sandwiches, but they had tasty-looking soups in the fridge for lunch (gazpacho mmm). One star off for slowish service and the egg. Will return!! read more

Baby's On Fire - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Baltimore, Maryland

Delicious coffee and love the breakfast sandwiches. Keeps me full all day long. Love that it is a record shop and the staff is very friendly. We come here for breakfast every time we are in town. read more

I really loved the entire vibe of the place. The food was really good, especially the Vegan Baby's on fire panini and I loved the choice of chips or fruit- low key guilt tripped me when I chose the fries but ok. I would definitely be back here when I'm in Baltimore. read more

I was looking for a nice local coffee shop to grab a snack and do some riding in this place was perfect. The staff was very friendly and I had a lovely cup of tea. I also enjoyed the lavender banana bread. It was a great place to sit and people watch and get some work done. I also appreciated the gender inclusive bathroom signage. The Panini's were delicious! I especially enjoyed the Cibo. I also had a decaf coffee which was a nice pour over but the coffee was just OK. Other than that fantastic visit. read more

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Okay so, it's December 28th, 2019 (it's almost 60° outside) and when we walked in I started sweating!!! It was very hot in the cafe!!! (I think if it was colder ((how December should be)) it would've been a perfect temp. OTHER THAN THE TEMP Excellent coffee! Great service! Clean environment... my latte reminded me of when I was young... the classic clear cup and black straw made it an "instagramable" moment. I definitely recommend this place to anyone who wants a relaxing environment. They also have records and a record player which is SUCH a vibe if you enjoy that sort of thing :)))) much love!!!!!!!!!!! read more

Cool Hipster place, great for coffee and conversation. Very limited menu and some items not available. Would classify it more as a coffee shop than a restaurant. read more

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I'm gagged--this place was so good! I didn't realize how good the food here would be. They had a variety of vegan options which were all very appealing. I tried the baby's on fire panini which had an Italian flavored seitan and the flavor was spot on. Their paninis come with a side of chips or fruit. I also had a cafe au lait and I love the stumptown coffee that they serve, something I miss from the West Coast. It has great lighting and plenty of outlets to get work done and a great artist atmosphere with plenty of plants. Shoutout to the baristas too because they were so friendly and made me feel very welcome, which really made my day. Can't wait to come back! read more

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Had a bad day, told them about it like they are bartenders. They give it to me real. Then they draw me a relevant face on the cup. Espresso was perfect. I'll keep coming back for more therapy. read more

Baby's On Fire - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Baltimore, Maryland

We discovered this funky little cafe in Mount Vernon on our hunt for the best bagel in the neighborhood this weekend. The everything bagel was piping hot and tasted great even though a bit thinner than the big bagels we're used to. Guess we'll just have to order double next time! Yum! read more

Baby's On Fire - Everything bagel with plain cream cheese - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Baltimore, Maryland

got a chai and bagel, everything was great. everyone working were super nice and helpful. it was a busy day but never felt overwhelming. nice selection of records to look at. visiting dogs received treats, love it read more

Such a great find! Randomly saw this place while in the area, and I'm so glad I went in - because seriously, how many coffee shops do you find that sells vinyl records too? Breakfast was very affordable and simple, which was exactly what I was looking for that morning. Such a great place to wander around on your own even if you know nothing about vinyls (which is my case... but still made my morning being able to explore the collection). read more

This coffee shop has a small selection of vinyl records. It also is more of a cafe as has selection of pastries and sandwiches. The mocha was good as plenty of chocolate was remaining at bottom of mug. They have diverse patties that included a cheese streusel and spinach cheese pastrie. Considering it is a vinyl store music was good. Service was great as answered my questions about what an English bun. read more

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Cute hipster cafe with a minimalist ambiance that sells vinyl and has a record listening station. My Husby wanted to check them out as he is fond of supporting local bizniss. They didn't have the album he was looking for so we ordered a couple drinks and sat around for a bit. My Matcha latte was pleasing and kept my hands warm on a cold day as we walked back to the car. read more

The food was excellent. We got breakfast sandwiches which were very good 5/5 Now for the coffee, I got a chai tea which was really gross. Chi tea is my go to, but this was undrinkable. My boyfriend got a hot coffee which tastes watered down. 1/5 read more

I've only been once but was pleasantly surprised. It's a coffee AND vinyl shop. Clean, decent amount of two tops/seating, and not sure about outlets or wifi but seemed to offer both. Most importantly my soy cappuccino was made perfectly and I appreciated the cinnamon shaker on the counter. Also a fan of the pb and chocolate chip cookies, just the right size and just the right price. read more

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I used to live in Italy and this is the only place where I've found a comparable apricot croissant in the 8 years I've been back (and I've been searching hard). I also got an iced latte which was fabulous. I will be back often. read more

Great cold brew and lots of sweet treats. Highly recommend the banana bread and croissants. Owners are very much into their craft and hands-on. If I lived in Mt. Vernon, this would be my go-to spot. So glad I discovered this place! read more

The coziest coffee shop in Baltimore! Excellent vegan offerings and expertly crafted beverages, plus the staff are delightful.

Solid cafe! This place has decent prices, good food, and great coffee. I really enjoyed perusing their selection of vinyl while I waited for my food. While their hot breakfast fare is rather standard, their pastry selection is on point. If you're in the neighborhood and need a tasty cuppa joe, check this spot out! Also they played some pretty great tunes. What a great way to start the day! read more

My latte was a smooth cup of coffee. Love the retro vinyl. Glad to find a good coffee shop for when I am in the Mount Vernon area which is often. They serve lunch, too. read more

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This cafe was hidden and appeared at first sight to be a hole in the wall. That is what initially made it attractive because these are the places that always have good heart, atmosphere, and food. My wife and I came here to enjoy a good vegan breakfast sandwich and warm cup of latte. The menu was a bit misleading to us because it only mentioned they served a vegan sandwich with the only component being a vegan folded egg however after talking to the barista she told us the sandwich had an option to add seitan sausage with vegan cheez. Our eyes lit up and we both ordered the sandwich. We also were told that they served nondairy lattes and other coffees. The mocha and a maple based latte was ordered. When we got the sandwiches we were amazed by how they look and that the bagel wasn't overly cooked and hard. These sandwiches tasted amazing and my wife now wants to figure out how they made them. The sandwiches had great flavor and definitely well worth the money. The lattes were great too. We will definitely be recommending and coming back here in the future. read more

Baby's on fire - is my favorite cafe in the city of Baltimore. Relaxed with always great music playin. The selection of little Bites is perfect and fresh. read more

Cute space, great concept, but definitely uneven when it comes to execution. Full priced refills on iced coffee? For real? I used to frequent this spot with a good friend who hates Starbucks and I might give it another shot, but it's not worth 8 bucks for 2 iced 16 oz. coffees. read more

Can't say anything about the record shop aspect, but I've been here twice and I like the coffee. Only ever gotten a cappuccino, but it's a coffeeshop and I come here to grind out work. I like sitting by the windows because there's a lot of light and lots of nice plants by the wall. A good place to get work done. read more

EXCELLENT concept (truly) but terrible execution... So disappointed. Here's my take... You walk in and the 1st thing that hit me was that it seemed familiar somehow. Then it hit me. Remember 'Pretty in Pink' and how Andy worked in the record store w/ Duckie & Annie Potts (can't recall her name in the movie)? Well, that is exactly where I was transported to. It's like they took the concept of that record store and plopped it in the middle of a very 'feng shui' café. Everything is spaced properly. Items are at great heights (lamps, tables, chairs, etc). The entire café surrounds this strip (think of the record/cd bins @ Sound Garden) of bins housing 12" vinyl records (which are available for purchase, btw... love that!!!). Pumping through the café is music from the 90's & earlier. LOVED THAT!!! The blackboard menu is very creatively well done and the attendants behind the counter were very polite. The 1st thing that caught my eye was a listing that stated 'New Cold Beverage - Strawberry Basil Lime Soda'... SAY WHUUUT?!?!? WOW!!! That sounds so dayum good, right?!?!? So I'm asked what I'd like. I say, 'TWO Strawberry Basil Lime Sodas; a Bird Panini (Turkey, Roasted Red Peppers, Mozzarella, Avocado Salsa Verde); Cibo Matto Panini (Chicken, Pesto, Mozzarella); and a hummus', please. She responds with, 'Okay. And you get a piece of fruit or chips with your sandwiches. Just get them over... Oh wait, we don't have any more fruit... and I don't think we have anymore Strawberry Basil Lime Soda or hummus'. Ummmmm WHAT?!?!?! I mean, DAYUM!! I get that establishments run out of product. That's usually a good sign that their product is in demand but SHYT, the menu is written in chalk!!!! Couldn't someone simply have erased these items when they weren't available anymore? What would that take ... 10 seconds to a minute? Geez. Anyway - the food comes out and we got two sodas w/ two cups of ice. The ice in my glass AND my companion's glass had debris (rock, lint, just... stuff) frozen in several of the ice cubes. WTF?!?! Okay - not using the ice. DONE. Next, the Peanut Thai Noodle side that we ordered bc they had no hummus, had no PEANUT SAUCE. It was just dry cold noodles, a couple pieces of chopped scallion, a few strips of shredded carrot and black sesame seeds. NO SAUCE. I ask for a side of the peanut sauce. The response I received blew me away, 'each container is prepackaged. We don't have extra sauce'. It's peanut sauce, people!!! Take some peanut butter, cream (or orange juice would be better), soy sauce, pepper, a couple red pepper flakes and a couple extra things, heat over a med heat to cook off the liquid, break down the peanut butter and whisk until smooth. 2 minutes MAX. No one knew how to do something like this?!?! GTFOH. DONE. Next, the paninis BOTH were extremely underwhelming. The Cibo Matto tasted like last night's pasta dish that was left over, thrown in between two pieces of bread and grilled into a panini - you know how when you were in school and you would get served dishes that tasted JUST like the meal before (hamburgers on 'Salisbury Steak you had on Tuesday sure did taste a whole hell of a lot like the Hamburgers they served you on Monday... hmmmm - you get my drift. Well, THAT is what this sammy tasted like - leftovers, redone). The Bird Panini fared better but would have been so much better w/ Granny Smith apple in or on the side or apple butter and brie or a sharp cheddar over the mildness of mozzarella. Nevermind the fact that there were NO red peppers on my sandwich at all NOR was there any 'avocado' in the 'Avocado Salsa Verde'. DONE. And yes, it gets better. One of the employees walks over to the table next to us and says, 'hi, ummmm... so we don't have any more plates. I can bring your food over in a 'lid', a paper towel or a piece of foil if you like. "WHAAAAAT"?!?!?!? So he brings it over on a piece of foil. So this café doesn't have enough plates to feed more than 30 people? (there may have been 20 folks in there MAX). And yes - it gets even better still, walking out, we dropped our plates in the dish bin and guess what??!?!? There were about 50 plates in this bin. NO ONE could WASH a DAYUM plate for this PAYING customer?!?!? R U SERIOUS!?!?! I was over this place as soon as I hit the counter and the red flags started popping up one after the other... Needless to say, I doubt I'll be back. 'Caveat Emptor'... read more

Vegan brownies!!!!!! The one stop shop cafe/bar, super quaint and adorable :) Good Sunday spot

Small cafe with a very chill vibe. Went there around 1pm on a Monday and there were plenty of tables open. Unfortunately when it came to ordering food it seemed they didn't have most menu items available. Ended up getting an iced hazelnut latte (not bad) and the le tigre wrap (pretty tasty). They also have records for sale in the center of the cafe if you're into that! read more

Baby's On Fire - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Baltimore, Maryland

One word: danish. Get their danishes. They are superb. I normally don't like this kind of pastry because it's too thick and starchy. But BOF's is light and airy with just enough sweetness! Think record store turned coffee shop. They have a cool selection of vinyls in the center of the store that I didn't care too much to look through. But the rest of the place is a great place to study with LOTS of outlets (anyone who studies in cafes knows this means goldmine). They have cute benches with pillows for comfortable seating and even some tables outside when the weather permits. I guess this place is fairly new as it seems not too busy most of the time. I've had the kombucha they sell and regular coffee. Haven't tried their food but have heard great things from my friends who order. Definitely a great place to hang / get work done without too much noise and distraction! Has become one of my newest favorite places to work. read more

This place is fine. It's a record shop with coffee. Didn't try the coffee and the record selection is pretty limited. Super 90s. Not a place you need to seek out in Baltimore, but I'm glad it exists. read more

I'm a bit of a freak when it comes to my musical repertoire. I will never share my iTunes with anyone - ever. I'd be diagnosed as a schizo in a heartbeat - if my playlist was the sole indicator of my sanity. I've got the most crazy-random songs on it, period. But, since I love you, Baby's on Fire, I'll share one - and only one - of my songs with you mainly because I was instantly reminded of it when I consumed your new, out-of-this-'Lover's Land'-delicious rosemary mixed nuts - a bag of bliss that I hope will soon become a new staple of yours. It's Bryan Hyland's 1959 debut single "Rosemary." Now, I didn't have a Valentine this year, but I snagged one a day late... In fact, I got to go on approximately 27 dates - in less than 15 minutes... And if I could profess my undying love to each precious nut in your crisp, clear plastic bag, it'd go like this... "Rosemary, Rosemary, please take my hand And walk with me through Lover's Land Rosemary, Rosemary, by stars above I vow right now, you'll have my love" "You are like an angel dressed in 'brownsugar,' so heavenly You can answer all my prayers tonight by loving me Rosemary, Rosemary, please say you're mine So I can love you all the time" "You are like an angel dressed in 'olive oil,' so heavenly You can answer all my prayers tonight by loving me Rosemary, Rosemary, please say you're mine So I can love you all the time." read more

I'm sure it's a fine coffee shop and the people are fine and the pastries look fine but (1) Donut was not good; everyone in our party tried a bit of it and the consensus was that the consistency was off. (2) Bacon, egg and cheese on a bagel was fine, but coming from New York, $5.50 for microwaved eggs and bacon is never a good thing. 100% skip if you're looking for a nice breakfast, brunch, or lunch because other places in the area are miles above. (ie. RyeZenDine) If you want a Nutella croissant and a chai latte to accompany your free WiFi I'm sure it's a fine place to be. read more

The space is tight if you are trying to stay and sit at a table. But, overall I love the vibes of this coffee shop with the records smack dab in the center and listening stations on the side. I tried the cold brew which was refreshing and smooth. They have sandwiches and other food too, so I might try that next time! read more