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    Dutch Courage

    4.5 (141 reviews)
    Closed 4:00 pm - 11:00 PM

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    Clover club
    Madison P.

    Overall- adorable bar with high end cocktails, super kind service, indoor and outdoor seating, super cute garden area in the back, unique cups and sitting areas, inclusive culture, single stall restrooms, I always enjoy the drinks here and feel like the bartenders genuinely enjoy their jobs. This is our go to place to enjoy Baltimore Pride. Only criticism is that the Clover club was probably my least favorite clover club I've ever had. Idk if the glass smelled bad or if something in the drink was off but it made me a little nervous cus this drink has egg whites.

    Pot Pie!!! To die for!!!! Omgggg
    Dominique D.

    My granny used to always say "gin will make ya sin". The cocktails were 100/100!!! Very creative and tasty and Instagram worthy lol. Chris was a great server! I love the outdoor dining option and that it was covered. The inside of the restaurant is pretty swanky as well! I love that the menu changes to offer variety to customers. I'm not sure if it's helpful to have reservations prior to dining as it is a small space. We were lucky the outdoor dining option was available as we did not have reservations. We will definitely be back again!

    Komal R.

    The bartender was so friendly and the menu so impressive, honestly wanted to try everything on the menu! We had 2 cocktails each - one of them being the PSL Ramos Gin Fizz which I urge everyone to try at least once. The smoothest cocktail I have ever had. Apparently it is also one of the hardest to make because it takes lots of manual shaking for the egg whites to blend - I saw they have a machine now to do the shaking part which is really cool! I think this will be a mandatory stop every time I am in Baltimore.

    The Sea (scallops with coconut rice and pineapple chutney, ginger and garlic sauce)
    Sarah H.

    Love love love this place. The vibe feels like you're at your cool aunt's old Victorian house. The cocktails are eclectic and inventive, and as a gin lover, perfect to try a few!! We also had dinner for the first time here and really enjoyed it! The crab dip and entrees (The Sea and The Bird) were expertly cooked.

    Pork loin
    Todd P.

    My family is of Dutch ancestry, so I was excited to find Dutch Courage, especially to find Genever (which is hard to find). In that regard, I was very happy as they had a wide selection of Genevers, I was able to create my own flight, and was even able to purchase a bottle. Where my visit was lacking was in the service and the food. I sat at the bar and there seemed to be four bartenders and a manager working on a relatively slow Sunday night. It was difficult to get their attention as they went from standing around talking amongst themselves to all four (and the manager at times) working heads down on cocktails to the exclusion of other customers. With the food, I tried ordering the gouda cheese board, but they were out. For dessert, I tried ordering the pumpkin roll, but they were out. As my entree, I got the pork loin, sweet potato puree, turnips, apple rum sauce, but it obviously had been sitting for a while before being served to me; the pork was cold, the sauce was congeled, and there were juices on the plate running from the pork. I had waited so long to get it, it wasn't worth saying something about it. I also ordered a glass of wine, and the first bottle they poured from had gone bad, so they had to open another. Seems like when it comes to anything but the cocktails, they're working out the kinks. The atmosphere was great, the selection wide, and the servers were friendly (when I had their attention), so I'll definitely be back. It's not like there are many places I can go for Genever, let alone buy it. I do hope they get things more organized with the service and food though.

    Abigail R.

    We came here for a prefix menu, and it was... exactly fine. And we got the drink pairing. And it was... fine. We've come here for drink before and comparing the two experiences I was so let down by the pairings. I would come here on just a regular night when they're not hosting an event, let the bartenders work their magic and make something for you based on you. It seems like quality goes down when they're forced to do the same thing over and over again. Dutch courage is so cute and cozy, gin is my absolute favorite. It's worth the visit. Just come on a non event night!

    Fig prosciutto & pomegranate was fantastic!!!! Everything was
    Milena L.

    Told about the great cocktails and they were truly great! The service was so excellent and kind. The food was delicious and filling. Must go different seasons for the menu change!!!!

    Alice L.

    *GINgle Bells holiday review* Drinks: Delicious and innovative! 10/10. Showstoppers were the Gin-Gerbread Beet Down & Where's The Tylenol. Food: Good. Highlight was the Motzi Bread & Smoked Salmon toast. Midnight moon cheese board was delicious. Pickled asparagus and mussels were just ok. Ambiance: Cute spot, but didn't deliver on the "holiday experience" promise Service: Friendly, fast, and attentive; explained cocktail flavor profiles and made suggestions based on our preferences.

    Holiday GIN-gle bells cocktail menu
    Pauline S.

    Went for their holiday pop-up event which had a holiday-themed cocktail menu and, what I thought to be, "halls decked" for Christmas. The cocktail menu delivered but the decor was lack-luster, to say the least. Garland and a nutcracker, with a few snowflakes in the lobby ...but far from an "event" as it was described. I digress. Holiday cocktails were **awesome**. Great themes, great names, great, varied tastes and flavors. Sweet, herbal, spicy,...not a stone unturned. Well done, there is definitely a drink for everyone! Tapas was okay-good. Pickled asparagus, goat cheese were good, their mussels were adequate (not bad quality mussels but totally lacked flavor). The show-stopper was the smoked salmon (the soft bread was a welcomed surprise). Bartenders were helpful, informative and super attentive (without being in your face about anything). Vibe was great. It's half of the main floor of an old townhouse which makes it feel like you're just stopping by a friend's house for a drink (with an impressively stocked bar). The mismatched chairs add to the charm, in the best way possible. It was cute to see friends, couples and big groups all there, enjoying their evening!

    Raven T.

    One of my favorite bars in Baltimore! It doesn't have the dark and mysterious speakeasy aesthetic of some other really great cocktail bars in Baltimore like WC Harlan or Coral Wig. It's actually quite light and bright with an amazing patio. It has excellent charm and immaculate vibes with great service cute and quaint little nooks where you can have drinks with your friends, drinks with a partner, or a drink by yourself at the bar. The cocktails are creative, well thought out, and well balanced. It has the biggest selection of gin (including rare, local and regional) that you'll find anywhere in the city and probably the state. Whether you grab a flight to share, a cocktail, or just pours of a gin that sounds interesting to you, you will likely not be disappointed. There is something for everyone!

    Delmonico
    Dwayne J.

    Finally at the "courage" to give this gin bar a try. After a successful hbcu night at the orioles. I decided to continue the night with my wife at Dutch courage which is a gin based bar. The bar is located next to an apartment complex so if you're not paying attention you may miss It. You are welcomed by a heavy door to a comfy bar area with a solid bar space and open seating. I spent a couple of minutes looking at my menu since I don't like gin so I definitely had a lot of questions for my bartender but I appreciate his patience. I ended up ordering the delmonico which reminds me of a manhattan. It is blended well with gin and cognac aromatics and bitters. This is a grown man drink. It will put hair on your chest. lol please don't play around with this drink. This the adults table at thanksgiving drink. As you can see I'm enjoying It.

    Cocktail menu
    Mitasha P.

    I really enjoyed Dutch Courage. Their cocktails are very unique and flavorful. They are known for their gin selection. Fortunately, our bartender was able to split our cocktails into two that way my friend and I can try most of the cocktails on their menu. I would definitely come back here. My favorite cocktail was the Black Magic. The burnt rosemary garnish not only gave an earth full and smoky aroma, but the cocktail itself with the blackberry and lemon was so fruity with hints of herbs and licorice. I would also recommend The Eleanor, which was very rosy, light, and refreshing. The service was excellent and the ambience is very chill. Dutch Courage would be a perfect girls night out place for drinks.

    KFC themed drink with a fried chicken rim.
    Christopher S.

    The location is in a fantastic row home that is decorated with beautiful art and random pleasantries. The cocktail menu is creative and elegant with fun names. I recommend this for a pre or post meal cocktail and treat. The servers are blooming with great energy and the service is knowledgeable.

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