Great old-school bar, Great music every day! We are always happy when we can catch a band at Cats Eye Pub in Fells Point Baltimore. Lots of rock and some americana. We were even happier to catch a blues band the other day! (Jun 2026). Charlie Owen & Pocket Change gave a great performance, with some well-known songs and a number of good more-obscure ones. It's fun when they feature one or another band member for a riff. We also love the divey character of the bar, while the crowd is more hip than divey. It's dark and gets crowded. The stools at the bar and by the windows always fill up. The ones along the wall come and go. The dance floor is usually packed. There's a room in back with a few tables, too, and you can hear the band from there, too. The bar has a full selection. They have around two dozen beers on tap, mostly crafts, some standards. Morgan pulled us a Snowball Sour draft from Dundalk's Key Brewing. It was smooth and creamy, only lightly sour, a fairly mild flavor, but well-balanced and pleasant. Steven served us a Banhez Mezcal, nicely flavored, rather mild in that trend to over-refine the bite out of agave spirits. He brought out a tequila that he likes, though i dont recall the name, also smooth and not bitey. We ended with a pure shot of Absolut Peppar, normally an ingredient to add some spice to bloody marys. On its own, there really is no spice, just the dark and slightly bitter bite of jalapeño and black pepper. We love Cat's Eye Pub! It's one of very few spots for blues in Baltimore. read more

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Fun spot for live music or to take in a game or some people watching in Fells Point!! Check out the Filthy Mittens next time they're playing! read more

Crab cake was great. Paired with a local beer and I was happy. More about the locals and quirkiness. Definitely a quick stop. read more

An absolute Baltimore classic! Cat's Eye is the real deal--laid-back vibe, friendly bartenders, and some of the best live music in the city. You never know what kind of band will be playing, but it's always a good time. The fact that they're celebrating 50 years says it all. It's one of those rare places that hasn't lost its soul. No frills, no fake scene--just good drinks, good people, and great music in a spot that feels like home. A true Fells Point institution. read more

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This place may very well be great and that is why asociates of mine always go there. However, it gives me Maga vibes real heavy. Very little diversity (except for 4-5 token Black folks scattered about), crap music (unless there is a live band playing, which does seem to be fairly often), and limited craft beer options. Not much for me cling onto there. read more

Stumbled into this bar in fells point and had a great time. Live music, casual environment, and very friendly service. Definitely a fells point staple for drinks read more

Great old BLUES bar featuring bands like Fleet Street Blues, the Philtones, and Uncle G's Blues Band. Friendly, happy, fun multigenerational crowd, & great bartenders. Cool welcoming place In the oldest part of Baltimore. Near lots of good restaurants. Fantastic view. read more

The best of what you could ask for in a pub! And the music was fire every night!! It's hard to find a place like this when you're traveling, but when you do it's like a warm blanket and that's where you finish up after a long day of checking out Bmore. read more

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Used to love going into the Cats eye as they always had great music through the whole week. The other day, October 2025, the service was ok but the music was horrid! Come to find out a friend of mine went last week and said the same thing. It looks like there is a very slow rotation of bands. It's like an open mike night at a coffee house. There used to be really talented acts. Please find some new acts with talent. Cats eye, you can do better!! read more

If you are in Baltimore - if you can only go to one bar, in my opinion, this is the one you should make time for. My personal favorite bar in Baltimore. Excellent service, live music 365 days a year, the best draft beer around. A true Baltimore original that has been around going on 50 years. There are plenty of excellent bars in Baltimore and Fells Point in particular, but this one stands out above them all. read more

What a cool place!! I came here to hear live music. The atmosphere was unpretentious and it was my kind of dive bar! The people there were all nice and welcoming. I talked with some locals and a couple of employees and they were kind and engaging. The decor is interesting with flags, a mural, stickers and many patches everywhere. The band was great and people were just having a good time. They have a large selection of beers on tap and a full liquor bar. There's only two bathroom stalls and they are not the nicest but, it is a dive bar and it has a bathroom. I'm a big fan of those place. If you like dive bars, you'll like this one. read more

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This is a great kind of hole in the wall bar. It's a narrow space that can feel quite crowded and loud-- but isn't that what you hope for? Beers were standard and cheap. I didn't notice any craft or local selections, but again... focus on where you are. There's a neat little outdoor patio, if you'd like some space. If you're going on a pub tour of Fells Point, this is a good stop for a quick drink. read more

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The service was really good and so was the live music! This was my first time trying a pickle back shot and it was actually good read more

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Awesome bar for live music and meeting up with friends. People dance up front, so sit at the bar or along the walls unless you want to join in. The space extends across the sidewalk with an outdoor seating area, so you can bring your dog or just enjoy the waterfront view. Best bartenders in Baltimore too! read more

Live music dive bar with cheap drinks. We had dinner next door and came by after to watch a couple live music sets. It seemed like a very local place - everyone knew everyone. read more

I've been coming here for two decades. My favorite bar in fells. Great live music. Friendly staff. Reasonable door cover charge. Eclectic and friendly patrons. Prices are reasonable as well. Outdoor section in back when the weather is nice. read more

Cats Eye is an institution, the stuff of legends. Live music all the time, with real musicians who care about their craft. You can go there and sit in the back and take it all in or dance your butt off. They just renovated their outdoor space in the front. It's really a special place and if you're coming to Baltimore it's a must visit. Everyone is welcome there. I've seen bachelorette parties, older people, young people, you name it. read more

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Live music every night, good drinks, just a great vibe for a dive bar in Fell's Point. Came here several nights during my short stay. Can't wait to get back here again. read more

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I been coming here for years!!! The service is great and the owner Is awesome!!! It's definitely worth the $5 dollar Cover. Plus you get a free beer or white claw. The place is down to Earth and the people and bands are amazing. If you haven't been it's definitely a must !!! read more

Great spot for a drink and some live music! Great patio and outdoor space to relax and enjoy some music and views.

Just a cool place to enjoy a drink and great music in Historic Fells Point. Safe and inviting to all.

Crazy place with great music , wonderful staff. Don't go in hungry. No food was available. But worth a visit!

This gem of a hole in the wall bar has it all! Cheap beer, live music, the obligatory drunk girl dancing with the locals...it's a slice of unpretentious heaven. read more

Cat's Eye Pub - a bottle of beer on a coaster - Pubs Near Me - Baltimore, Maryland

Haven't been down to Fells in 5-6 years. Had a good time but the this place never changes and is always a good vibe with great people.

Love this place so much!! Great beer and even better live music. This place is a good time every day of the year

Fun Irish Bar . Great music with ice cold Budweiser in the bottle, nice view. Had Lots of fun read more

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This place sucks. The people are old, drunk, the place is loud, it is only full of white people, no cross culture even though they play bluesy music. The only person of color was the door man. On top of all that, the bathrooms stink of urine. I don't care what kind of music they are playing, what is the point if it is so loud you can't hear yourself think. Yes, it is a dive bar, but there is nothing here that makes you comfortable and want to stay and chill. Go some place else....this place is a dump. read more

What a great place to have a beer and listen to good music. This is a Baltimore institution with a long history in the Fells Point area. Grab a beer and enjoy! read more

Great Live Music!!!! Service was outstanding with a full bar!!! Met the owner briefly, really good guy!!

Cool hole in the wall bar in Fells Point. Neat historic area with cobblestone streets. I stopped in to have a beer while I waited for my dinner table next door. Decent draft beer selection. Bar tender was friendly. They were setting up for live music that started at 8. I just dig the cool old building with history and a story. read more

If you're looking for a place to get drunk, this is the place. I was kind of disappointed at how early we stumbled in here, because it was not the appropriate time to fully appreciate this pub. However, it led to a more intimidate feel (if that's even possible at dive bars like these) since the bar was empty and we could converse with the bartender freely. Forget her name, but she was a darling and taught me a bit about Baltimore and some of the social issues the city is going through. The bartender told me they play live music here almost every evening. I'm sad we weren't able to stop by again to check out some local musicians, but maybe next time we're visiting we can. I was way too sober for the super narrow and super graffitied bathroom, but looking at all the notes and names plastered over the entire walls, I could only imagine what kind of nights the bathroom had seen and enjoyed. I think this a great bar to swing by on a night you're bar hopping. It could even be the best bar to end at, being trashed and stuck in that bathroom. This pub is a place that will give you crazy stories to tell in the future. read more

Interestingly enough I heard about this place from a friend of mine in England. He had taken a trip to Baltimore, before I met him, and this was his favorite bar in Fells point. He was very adamant about me going there, so I went to check out the place. I finally understood what he had been describing to me for months. I Loved the Cat's! The service is great, they always take care of their packed house with the grace and ease. It's got heritage, history and music every night of the week! Mainly an older crowd, but always a great time at the Cat's! Order yourself a four-horseman, and have yourself a great night. A staple of Fells that must be experienced! read more

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Best place in fells for classic live music. Great staff none of the drama you see in an area with this many bars.

Came here on last Saturday & I'm not sure of how the food taste, I just came for the drinks & the live band. The spot was packed! Nice crowd & I enjoyed the band. read more

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The bartenders are awesome. Maybe not at first, they have a northern edge to them but they do warm up to you. The music (live band) playing the night we were there was awesome. People were dancing and having fun. The drinks are inexpensive and there are many options of beers on draft. The view was amazing. Near the harbor and located on a cobblestone street. This pub was awesome. You should go. If you're in Baltimore. Because it is an awesome place to hang out with the locals. They have great stories. Check out the story on the wall in the men's bathroom. No spoilers. Just check it out. I will go again when visiting Baltimore. It was a fantastic experience all around. read more

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i love this place. I have only done day time drinking here but the locals are awesome and love to chat. Bring something you done mind leaving and have them put it up on the mirror for all to see! It is awesome to be in such an old building and walk outside to streets from the 1700's - so much history. They filmed The Wire right across the street. Awesome place with cool peeps - hope you get to see a local named Richard when you visit - the old guy is awesome. read more

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This is a bar in Fells Point. Drinks are reasonably priced. A very good band was performing while we were there. Sound levels are loud but not excessive. Everyone seemed to be having a very good time. The only problem is that it was too crowded. It was very difficult to move around. I guess that this place is a victim of it's own success. read more

I actually have memories of this place, unlike someone else you may know (ahem *Aine* ahem). Another typical Fells Point pub, but I really like it, mainly for the same reason I like most bars in this area: cheap, strong, drinks with a come-as-you-are vibe and a friendly crowd that does not care what you wear, who you are, what you do, how much you make. I don't really care for the live music, mainly because it is loud and I can't have a conversation. And in Baltimore bars, people will actually have conversations with you. read more

Not my cup of Tea. The Good: Live music, beyond casual, and has an outdoor patio in he back The Bad: charge $5 cover, only one bathroom stall, bartenders tend to be rude and weird (tried to steal my wallet once by saying "this looks like a fake ID I'm confiscating this whole wallet" was really bazaar and took me 10 min of harassing another bartender to get him to give it back--I'm 29 btw). read more

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My husband Ray and I had an awesome time here! The service was amazing the band was incredible! I'm so glad we stop through in my husband's bday weekend outing! We so plan to return soon during our next visit read more