A True Gem in the Heart of Upton Capital Lounge Bar and Grill is my home away from home. Located right on Pennsylvania Avenue in the heart of Upton, this Black-owned and operated establishment represents everything I love about Baltimore--community, culture, comfort, and incredible vibes. The moment you walk in, you're greeted with warmth, good energy, and the feeling that you're among family. The events here are always full of love and overflowing with talent. Whether it's karaoke night, a live band, or a special event showcasing local artists, there's always something happening that brings people together. And let's talk about the food--absolutely delicious. If you love crabs, this is the spot. Pair them with great drinks, good music, and even better company, and you've got the perfect night out. Capital Lounge Bar and Grill truly offers something for everyone: Fresh crabs Karaoke Live bands Community-centered events And the convenience of ordering on Uber Eats or DoorDash If you're in Baltimore or just visiting, make your way to 1531 Pennsylvania Ave, Baltimore, MD 21217, and experience the warmth and culture for yourself. You'll feel right at home, just like I do every time I walk through the door. DuEwa M Benjamin-Johnson read more

Food service and ambiance all 10/10!!! Can't wait to go back! Food was hot throughout the entire sitting, well portioned, customer service was excellent, ambiance clean spacious and modern decor. read more

Review is based on the food and not the establishment in its entirety. My eyebrow threading lady threw a party yesterday evening and a lot of it was catered by Capital Lounge. I had the Caesar pasta salad & fried fish (I believe it's whiting). I loved my food! As you see by the paper plates I brought some home from the party lol. Looking forward to going here in person. read more

Yum. yum. yum. After some recommending, I finally tried their stuffed potato! In this order, I tried the Ray Charles. It did not disappoint. The seafood on the potato was so fresh and greatly seasoned. For the price, I'd offer at least 2 fresh veggie items to be included on the potato. Also where was the sour cream?! All that to say, there are definitely other items I'd like to try. read more

Capital Lounge - The Ray Charles Stuffed Potato w/ mushrooms-Crab meats (lump & backfin), Shrimp, & Cheese with crab sauce. - Lounges Near Me - Baltimore, Maryland

Capital Lounge kinda blows me. The service is always so courteous and kind (the staff is truly wonderful), but it's slow as all get out. Like never fails to be slow. And I want my food to be fresh, but good Lord does it take two hours? Whether I've called it in, walked in or had it delivered, the lack of urgency and expedition never ceases to amaze. If they say it'll be ready in 30, I come in 45 and still gotta wait. And it's not just me, in case you were wondering. I can round up a smooth dozen ppl that I know personally with the same exact experience . . . So why so many stars you might ask? The food is bussin! Simple as that. I don't really enjoy whiting unless my Mississippi born dad and uncles are frying it in the front yard of my granny house on fish Friday if the family reunion weekend. I literally never order it anywhere, but here, and I kinda lucked up on it. The first time I ordered from Capital Lounge, I got a fish sub. It's automatic for me to ask for catfish on my sub regardless of what it comes with. That time, I forgot, and boy am I glad I did. Y'all they season and fry that fish SO good. Every. Single. Time! Whether you get a sub, sandwich or a platter, I promise you won't be disappointed. Now they're also known for their "famous" loaded potatoes. I typically order Billie Holiday, Lena Horne of Ray Charles for my crab and/or shrimp fix. Try one, try them all. Definitely get the fish tho read more

No My potatoes was horrible I have a stomach ache now. The greens were sweet? And for $5 that wasn't nearly enough clam strips. I ordered from here for lunch while at work through Doordash.... I was not impressed nor satisfied... I will not be ordering ever again. read more

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This was DISGUSTING. They drenched the potato in butter and drowned it in cheese (which I asked for no cheese). read more

Capital Lounge - Ray Charles Stuffed Potato - Lounges Near Me - Baltimore, Maryland

Prob the best fish sub I've had in baltimore. Fish was very seasoned and cooked perfectly. The bread was soft and buttery and the toppings were fresh. I would certainly order this fish sub again. Capital wings were tasty, ordered the old bay. Also tried the egg Custard lemonade and it was soooo good!! read more

Capital Lounge - Prob the best fish sub I've had in baltimore. It was very seasoned, bread was soft and buttery and the toppings were fresh. - Lounges Near Me - Baltimore, Maryland

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They will never see me ever again on a crab night!!! They really charging $3 a crab!!!!! Do not come here for crabs. You make out better getting your own dozen of crabs. How $2 crab night turn into $3. I see they don't post that on social media. The strawberry Hennessey was okay read more

I came, I saw, I conquered! I was informed about this business by an individual in a black-owned business group that I'm in on Facebook and I was dying to try it! I'm so glad that I did, it was a fantastic venture. The location is in a very busy area, but there is a parking lot directly next to it which makes the visit also convenient! I called my order and 15 minutes ahead of time, but sadly I still had to wait 25 minutes for my food. It wasn't a difficult wait, because they had videos playing on the screen in there as well as a nice wide open and clean bar to sit at while I waited. Conversation with the young lady that was working (Ms. Cookie) was pretty good too. Everyone there was quite kind. 1-2 other workers happened to walk by while my colleagues and I sat and waited for our food. Once our food came out, all of the oooo's and ahhhh's began! My colleague got two of their popular baked potatoes, the Miles Davis & Dizzy Stuffed. Oh my goodness they were so tasty, you know I had to taste them! I purchased a fish sandwich which was made with Whiting and was a very reasonably priced at $6 as well as a chicken box which were 4 wings & an order of fries. All perfectly seasoned & prepared!! I also ordered a strawberry lemonade. Every single food/ beverage mentioned was so unimaginably good that I cannot wait to return and wait however long it will it take for all of this yumminess! I have talked about this place so much, that my husband wants to take my children. I've also bragged to all of my friends to go as well! Fantastic job Capital Lounge! I definitely wish this business the best of success and I can't wait to return so I can help them achieve that goal! read more

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I don't love it, but I don't hate it. I would give it a 3.5 stars. I definitely feel that it could have been executed better. I ordered the Sammie Davis Stuffed Potato. I love the concept of the dish, but the salmon was overcooked (a bit dry) and there was very little crab meat. I also feel that there could have been a bit more seasoning, but that could depend on who you are. Pros are that the salmon was a good size, and the shrimp were a good size as well. I would return and try something like the fried fish. read more

Capital Lounge - Sammie Davis Stuffed Potato - Lounges Near Me - Baltimore, Maryland

This is a joke. This is $26 for half a salmon. And it's barely stuffed. I will never order again. It's flat as hell and salty read more

Capital Lounge - Stuffed salmon meal - Lounges Near Me - Baltimore, Maryland

I haven't been in Penn Ave in a longgggggg time... Let's admit, the Avenue doesn't have the best reputation.. I was going out of town the next morning & wanted to drop in on my daughter before I left... Although in a rough neighborhood, they have their own parking lot & plenty of parking.. The establishment was very clean and somewhat spacious... My daughter & her friends were enjoying hookah at a table in the back.. Although somewhat crowded, the noise levels weren't a deteriorate.. I could talk in a notmal tone and be heard. The bartender was very friendly and was able to take my order swiftly.. Unfortunately, I wasn't able to try the food, but the atmosphere was a real vibe... read more

The overstuffed potato is as good as it looks. It is seasoned VERY well. So delicioussssss... I ordered the overstuffed potato with crab meat, shrimp, chicken, crab dip and cheese with a large half n half for $18... It was worth the money! I will likely become a regular customer here. The bartender/liquor store attendant was very nice and down to earth. She was working on the liquor store side and stopped by the lounge side of the business where food is served to chat with me. She told me that they have $2 crab night on Tues. and Thurs... also karaoke on Thurs... Monday is open mic poetry. Free street parking is available. If you are not from Baltimore, please note this is a lounge bar with excellent food. This is not a commercial style restaurant. Street parking is in the local around the way neighborhood and yes people hang outside and the area may not be something you are familiar with... but I'm telling you the overloaded baked potato is worth coming to this side of town The locals who are outside will direct you on where to go and even make food recommendations. Just figured I'd share this note to give non-locals a heads up. The overloaded potato is 5 stars, but since I have to consider location and other things, I gave it 4 stars. Update: I came back to try the overstuffed baked potato with shrimp, crab, and broccoli. I also ordered crabby fries and butter crunch pudding dessert. All of it was delicious! My friend ordered a Turkey burger, chicken wings and fries. Food: 5 stars read more

Capital Lounge - Turkey burger, chicken wings and fries - Lounges Near Me - Baltimore, Maryland

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I ordered the catfish and my sides were Mac and cheese and yams. Let me say the catfish was soooo good! It was seasoned and cooked to perfection. I would definitely give it a 10/10. The sides are what brought my rating from 5 stars to 4 stars. The Mac and cheese was dry, flavorless and chopped up. I give it a 2/10. The yams were really sweet. I give it a 5/10 just because I didn't like the flavor but it was flavorful. It just wasn't my cup of tea. I would go back to try some new things and hopefully update my review! read more

Ordered through uber eats Was nothing like the pics show to be, asked for both extra butter sauce and cheese sauce and received neither. This resulted in being completely dry and taste like nothing but pure potato. Shrimp shells inside the crab meat mixture. My husband and I got the Ray Charles and Miles Davis potato. Both of ours were equally dry after we both asked for extra sauce. Disappointed, we have Crabhouse in Detroit which is way better read more

Idk I must be on a "try food spots in a not so good neighborhood" tour lol but um yea this is one of those spots. But the food was good. I had the Lena Horne stuffed potato. It was delicious. The potato had garlic butter, shrimp, and cheese sauce. Whew my goodness it was good. I ate every single bit. It's very buttery and very cheesy. My friend had the wings and cheesesteak. The cheesesteak was hamburger meat and not steak ums. He said both were really good. He'd go back. read more

Great atmosphere, food is great good, grown folks vibe, plenty of tvs games always on read more

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The hallmark of any good chef is the ability to nail the basics. You know, the basic ingredients (chicken, egg, beef, etc) that form the foundation of almost all cuisine. This place couldn't prepare chicken properly. Shame -- the seasoning was good. But the meat was so bone dry I had to down it with water. -2 stars A good restaurant should nail all dishes. This one did not. -1 star Chili was obviously cafeteria-level goop. -1 star read more

Capital Lounge - "Tough shit, over cooked chicken." -lil dicky, from that dope freestyle he did on sway in the morning - Lounges Near Me - Baltimore, Maryland

Omg what can I saw I have eaten here several times and every time I have eaten here the food has been outstanding. The service is great and food is excellent. read more

Capital Lounge - Fish Mac n Chesse, and collard greens - Lounges Near Me - Baltimore, Maryland

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This was an awesome surprise & treat. I hadn't been in here since the previous owner had it & it was called Choppers. I had seen a friend of mines on Instagram post the salmon burger & it looked good. So i proceeded to ask where she was. Surprisingly she said Capital Lounge. So my curiosity lead me to there. The service & new makeover was impressive. My waitress was nice & constantly checking to see if we needed anything. The shots where a nice size & price. Didn't feel like i was getting ripped off. The food didn't take at all & it was nice, hot, & good. One of the best burgers I've ever had. Plus it was only $9 which this day & age is unbeatable. The menu had a lot of variety I'm going have to come back to check out myself & i would recommend if any of you are in the area check them out also! read more

Capital Lounge - The Salmon burger & fries - Lounges Near Me - Baltimore, Maryland

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Wanted something different, so I took a chance on a potato & I'm glad I did! First time trying this spot but it sure won't be my last. We ordered the Lena Horne Potato, shrimp, cheese & plenty of garlic. We also had the Wings & Fries Platter. Both were delicious. Ordered through door dash. read more

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My husband and I are visiting the city, and its pretty late. We look and see Capital Lounge is still open and we can get food. We got food that apparently they had to grow and cook because it took entirely too long to be ready. I ordered the fish meal, and received no fish my husband ordered a steak and cheese with all the toppings, and got steak on a hoagie roll. We also ordered drinks and they did not arrive either. Of the food we did receive it was just ok. Yams were too sweet, there was too much broth in my greens and the famous people potatoes looked like a cheesy goulash. I didn't go to bed hungry, so thanks for that but I'll pass. read more

Capital Lounge - Potato goulash, Mac and cheese and my fish meal with no fish. The drink was bought from the hotel. - Lounges Near Me - Baltimore, Maryland

Currently visiting Baltimore and decided to try this restaurant for dinner. Well first thing first the chicken had no flavor and I asked to fry it hard and it wasn't. The fried fish was so so, I asked for green beans end up with greens. The Mac and cheese was dry. I request seafood salad they was out of it. The rice pudding my mom ordered was rock hard! Personally I expected so much more especially for the prices. You live and you learn. read more

Looks 5x better than it tastes. For $16, I had high hopes for the Miles Davis Potato. The chicken was over cooked and dry & its seasoned poorly. Furthermore it's not worth the sexual harassment and unsolicited attention from drunken patrons at the bar and outside of the establishment. Never again. read more

Capital Lounge - Miles Davis Potato; Dry & Flavorless. - Lounges Near Me - Baltimore, Maryland

I give capital lounge 3 stars because of the service. The bartenders and waiters are horrible. They don't greet you, nor do they even take care of their tables. I've been to this establishment several times and it's always the same way. The food is overall pretty good. As well, this spot can be an enjoyable environment for its location. However, again I wouldn't recommend due to the service. Which even the female manager seems like she always has an attitude. People can sugarcoat all they like but those waiters and bartenders are it's downfall. They need some real customer service training. read more

I honestly wish I could give MORE stars. EVERY TIME I'm here- ISSA VIBE. The atmosphere, the service, the food- JUST EVERYTHING. The crabs are always hot and heavy, the Mac and cheese always on point, the drinks extra strong, the potatoes extra tasty and the greens like my Nana used to make.Plenty Ig parking and a definite MUST visit! read more

Capital Lounge has got it goin on! Delicious mac n cheese, great chicken wings, and really good fish. Everything I've gotten from them has been delicious and they manage to stay crispy even after delivery! I really recommend getting the food from here, not only is it great but the portions are also a steal! I've never had an issue getting food from here and I'll continue ordering from here long-term. If you're unsure of whether to go here or not, I'm telling you now to give it a shot! Great comfort food for a great price and you're guaranteed to be full when you're done! read more

Heard great things about this place so I had to get me some!!! Best mac n cheese I've ever had from a carryout...PERIOD! No lie!!! Fish was fried perfectly ..little salty but who doesn't like seasoned fish!!! Yams were good as well..sweet enough for me. Banana pudding was ok. Didn't have enough cookies in it for me and had too much pudding in it. Ordered a half n half and the delivery driver didn't get it. That would have completed my meal perfectly..but I'll make sure I get it next time. Other then that I will definitley order again soon! Can't wait to try other things on the menu. read more

Horrible horrible service....Food is okay but the fact that the service is so bad, makes it mediocre!!! Only go here is you have a lot of time to wait for your food and you don't mind bad service. read more

I came here for the first time last wednesday and the staff and food is absolutely amazing. This is why I will continue to come back and I'm currently here eating the Salmon Platter which is BOMBBBBBBBBBBBB. This is a must visit and with a secure parking lot. read more

Capital Lounge - Lounges Near Me - Baltimore, Maryland

The food was not good. The salmon platter was horrible! The salmon was overcooked. The Mac and cheese was trash! The pictures of the food compared to in person is very disappointing. read more

You have to catch it on a good day and today was disappointing... lady was rude I asked for no butter on bread sandwich was soggy.... I used to love it here read more

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I had the loaded potatoes that had chicken, broccoli, and cheese. It appeared that it would be flavorful, but was surprisingly lacking seasonings. The potato itself was completely unseasoned maybe not even butter. The broccoli tasted like it was frozen, not fresh. I also got this meal delivered and when it arrived, it was lukewarm at best. Never again. read more

Good black owned restaurant. I use to go often for open mic night so I was familiar with the place. I ordered fried whiting with mac and cheese and yams. Everything was good. I enjoyed the fish and yams the most. Our bartender NeNe made a bomb strawberry henny. It wasn't watered down, filled with juice or to much alcohol it was perfect. I will definitely go back read more

No frills good a** food, I had 2 fish subs with provolone fried onions and mushrooms, couldn't have been better. I was having a terrible day n this made it all better. read more

Ok so let me start by saying I have been dieting for the 3 months and been doing good if I should say so myself lol. But since the introduction to Capitol Lounge came into play over the last few weeks with the looks of those succulent pics I just HADDDD to have a try. My first experience was with my daughter, we were out for a while and happened to be in the area picking her up from work . She was starving and so was I and all I could think about was the pics of the Huge potatoes I seen on FB! So I encouraged my daughter to go to Capitol Lounge and grab one *inserts evil laugh (yes I'm on a diet lol) so anyway it was a little wait (which was to be expected) because I mean the food was popping well at least according to pics and other reviews, so we gladly waited. And what made the wait go smooth was the excellent customer service, smiles, offers of Free Sweet Tea and slices of poundcake for any inconvenience! Mannnn now that's how you show customer appreciation! But back to the food. So the man of the hour comes out, I mean Potatoe... I can remember the name but it had chopped chicken, sautéed onions, broccoli and cheese on it and omggggg that had to be one of the bestttt potatoes I ever had. It was my daughter's and she's trying to encourage me to do better too so I only had a few bites but trust I went back ..... Next time I went I decided to take the boo and see what he felt about it, he's a stickler for good ole flavorful, savory food so I knew he would be a great judge. It was 3 of us he, I and a mutual friend who's from Chicago. We went on a Saturday evening to get a more loungey feel. So we grab drinks, which we're absolutely delish, I like fruity sneak up on you vodka drinks so the bartender hooked me up with something special. She was sweet as well! We all ordered something different, Boo ordered the Ray Charles which had crabmeat and cheese I know for sure, I had crab balls and crab fries, and our friend had baked crabcake, collards, seafood salad and took home a potatoe (it was the one with cheesesteak, onions etc) sorry forgot the name however EVERY SINGLE PIECE OF FOOD was BOMBBBB like everyone of us were licking our fingers, took some home and complimented it even the NEXT day for leftovers! Mannnn Capitol Lounge you have something going over there! Bomb food, bomb service, bombs drinks! Kudos!!! Good Black Business is still alive! read more

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The food, almost all $77 of it was nasty. Fried chicken was not fried all the way, Mac and cheese salty with no cheese, yams look like dog shit, seafood platter small with overcooked shrimp nasty rice no crab. They ran out of potato salad, didn't tell me, just gave nothing until I called and said I was on my way. Only decent things were the pudding that was free because of the potato salad issue and lemonade. Both were filled with sugar though. I don't usually bash small businesses, especially not Black Owned, but if I spend that amount of money the quality should be worth it. Needless to say, I'm pissed and they won't get my money again. read more

Capital Lounge - Half done chicken and yams? - Lounges Near Me - Baltimore, Maryland

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Ordered delivery from here today. Only complaint is that I ordered a strictly seafood baked potato and they gave me the one with both seafood and chicken. However, the potato is DELICIOUS and it's a HUGE portion. I also got sides of green beans and greens. The green beans are awesome (I'm picky about my green beans too because they're my favorite veggie). Greens are good as well but flavor profile is a little bit sweet for my taste (I prefer salty/savory). Will definitely continue ordering from here especially since it's a Black owned business!!!!! read more

This spot is a hidden gem. From the outside you wouldn't know, but when you walk in, you instantly know!! The down stairs is nice with big screen TVs a bar and lounge. The upstairs is really nice, it looks totally remodeled, very clean and has nice lighting. There is a bar and stage for a DJ or small band. I had one of the loaded baked potato's (The Sammy Davis). It was excellent!!! read more

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