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    Max's Taphouse

    4.0 (719 reviews)
    Closed 11:30 am - 12:00 AM (Next day)
    Updated 2 months ago

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    Loud
    Casual
    Outdoor seating
    Happy hour specials

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    Ellen H.

    We came here for the Christmas pop-up to grab a drink and a snack before we headed to a neighbor's Christmas party. The decor was fantastic and so cozy, the service was great, every staff member we interacted with was friendly. We had a mix of cocktails, whiskey, and beer, plus some delicious, hot, and fresh fried tenders. I still haven't made it here for a full meal, I look forward to coming back in 2026 and updating my review!

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    Mary K.

    This is one of our go to spots and is a can't miss if you're visiting Baltimore. With 100+ beer taps there's something amazing for everyone. (They do also have cocktails, cans, and regular drinks, but I will judge you .) The bartenders here are top notch and know their beers. On Friday night we went here late and I did not have any idea what I wanted, but Jaime served me two amazing beers with just a few suggestions of styles from me. He's 10/10 every time we see him The only thing slightly lacking is their bar food. We don't generally eat here but they do have a nice menu with everything from nachos to pulled pork. I do love their tater bowl! Finally, the space is very large, they have several bars and an upstairs. Plenty of TVs to watch sports, lots of tables and plenty of bar space. If you are coming for a beer fest make sure to get in early to get a seat at the bar for the best beer and service in town.

    Cassidy L.

    Chimay x4 on tap. I like that. Playing some punk music during the day. Attentive bartender. Bald tattooed punk playlist playing gentleman. Made me happy. Even happier sitting in a sunny window.

    Flight during sour fest!
    Melinda S.

    Just an update that this place is still amazing! Love coming here for beers and for the events they have. The bartenders are fantastic, the selection of beers and liquor are great, and love their chili, cornbread, and quesadillas! Always a great place to hang out!

    Brenda S.

    Max's is my go-to happy hour/big friend group hang out spot. They have amazing cocktails and also the best beer menu around so everyone is happy. The space is huge so you can spread out and take over an area if you like. They always have the important games on and the vibes are always so chill and fun. The bartenders are funny and offer great suggestions.

    James Q.

    Max's is one of my favorite spots in Baltimore. I got the raspberry sour which was amazing. The service was fast and the bar had a great vibe.

    Kaya E.

    A solid spot to meet up with friends in the Fells Point area. There's lots of seats and TV's perfect for watching a game. I had an orange crush during my most recent visit and the prices were great (compared to DC lol) and the bartender was friendly. I personally didn't have any food but everyone around me looked like they were enjoying. They offer typical bar food, no frills but solid food. Highly recommend, just sometimes parking can be tricky in this area.

    beer in the outside patio
    Maura C.

    Max's is an old faithful of mine! I have been here countless times for nights out and to watch Raven's games. The food is decent bar food and they have a huge selection of beer, alongside cocktails and wine. They also offer karaoke on Friday night's which is a lot of fun as well. This is a good spot to hang with friends and family, and it's good for a large group!

    Great advice!

    First rate taphouse in Fell's Point with lots to look at and plenty of choices from which to choose. Food is solid bar eats- nothing special but nothing bad. Bonus- it's supposedly haunted!

    Pit Beef Sandwich
    Lauren W.

    Very casual pub. Feels exactly how you'd expect. Ordering could be tricky when it is full, because they do it publicly style & you order from the bartenders. Thankfully it wasn't too too busy when I was there. The pit beef sandwich is insane.. It's seriously so good! Get it with the horseradish aioli and fried onions. Chips are perfectly crisp and on the thick side. Everything is seasoned well. I don't drink, but didn't feel out of place here.. If you like beer this is the place for you. They have more beer selections than anywhere I have seen. Will be back when I'm in Baltimore again.

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    Opie M.

    2025 aug tap list 1 The Veil/Omnipollo Brewing Bourbon Barrel Tefnut 2 Dewey Secert Machine Pumpkin Dream 3 RAR That Night In Key west 4 Victory Berry Monkey 5 Fat Orange Cat Chonkey Cat 6 Evil Twin What Even is Pumpkin Spice 7 Evil Twin Disco party 8 Evil Twin Our Most Popular Pale Ale 9 Evil Twin Our Most Popular IPA 11 Wyndrige Black Cherry 12 Timber Ales The Offer 13 Schenker Beer Co. Morena 15 Heavy Seas Double Cannon 16 Heavy Seas Loose Cannon 17 The Veil 2020 Single Barrel E.H. Taylor Bourbon Sleeping Forever 18 South County Automatic Fantastic Blackberry 21 Brookville Beer Farm Spin Out 22 Peabody Heights Keep Ya Head Up 23 New Trail Nectaron Double Broken Heels 24 The Veil All That You Are Blend 3 25 Monument City/Heavy Seas Chiseled Wit 27 RAR Grapefruit Nectar 28 South County Cosmic Nod 29 Liquid Intrusion South of DC 30 Magners Original Irish Cider 31 Cushwa Kolschwa 32 Monument City Penchant Pils 33 Dewey Secret Machine: Blueberry Blackberry Raspberry 34 Heavy Seas/Max's Taphouse War Swigs 35 New Trail/Other Half Brewing All Heels Everything 36 Falling Branch Clear Skies 37 Falling Branch Redwood Forest 38 Allagash White 39 Guinness Dry Stout (Nitro) 43 The Bruery Partridge In A Pear Tree 45 The Bruery 2 Turtle Doves 46 Tox Brewing Harbor View 48 Tox Brewing Fugu 49 RAR Double Pulp 50 The Veil Circle of Wolves Vintage Reserve 52 Beer Tree Brew Any Day's Haze Peach Mango 53 The Bruery 3 French Hens 54 Beer Tree Brew Double Pineapple Creamcicle 55 The Bruery 4 Calling Birds 56 Dewey Dances with Whales 59 The Bruery 6 Geese A Laying 60 The Bruery 7 Swans A Swimming 61 The Veil Lord Whangdoodle 2024 62 New Trail Triple Broken Heels 63 The Veil Bourbon Barrel Overwhelmingly Ridiculous Extra Outstanding Sleeping Forever 65 The Bruery 8 Maids A Milking 66 The Veil Shadow 67 The Bruery 9 Ladies Dancing 68 The Bruery 10 Lords A Leaping 69 The Bruery 11 Pipers Piping 70 Hop Butcher/Southern Grist Chicago Style Hotdog 71 Tripping Animals/Stillwater Artisanal Still Tripping 72 Equilibrium Grapefruit Peel Calculation 74 Ever Grain Calamari Safari 75 The Bruery 12 Drummers Drumming 76 Chimay Gold Dore'e 77 The Veil Iron Jaw 78 Nepenthe Primordial Mayhem 79 Burlington Grove Wizerd 80 The Veil Eternal Slumber 2023 81 Peabodey Heights Maybe Tomorrow 82 The Veil Vanilla Rye Whangdoodle 83 The Veil White Russian Whangdoodle 84 Burlington Enchanted Runes 85 The Veil/Garage Project With Haste 86 The Veil Lovly Blend 3 87 The Veil Seven 88 The Veil/Other Half Brewing Big Royale 89 Off Color Juciy Beer For Burgers 90 Athletic Brewing Run Wild NA IPA 91 Maine Woods and Water 92 The Veil Maple Bourbon Barrel Sleeping Forever: 2025 93 The Veil Cognac Circle of Wolves 94 Voodoo Good Vibes 95 Union Old Pro 96 Freigeist/Japas Cervejaria Brewing Bakuhastu 97 Union Duckpin Galaxy Mandarina Cask 98 Union Double Duckpin Sephir Chinook Cask 99 Heavy Seas Double Cannon Cashmere Simcoe Citra Cask 100 Heavy Seas Loose Cannon Cashmere Simcoe Citra Cask 101 Chimay Green Cent Cinquante 150th Anniversary 102 Chimay Blue Grande Reserve 103 Chimay White Cinq Cents 104 Chimay Red Premiere 106 St. Bernardus Abt 12 108 Rodenbach Classic 109 Huyghe Delirium Tremens 110 Huyghe Delirium Nocturnum 111 D'Achouffe La Chouffe 112 Key Speed Wobbles 113 Key Positive Mental Attitude 114 Duvel Duvel Golden Ale

    Angie H.

    Such an amazing beer selection!!! Staff was friendly and knowledgeable, and it was a fun upbeat environment even on a week day. If you enjoy craft beer, this is your place. I will definitely be back next time I'm in Baltimore.

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    Ask the Community - Max's Taphouse

    What are the happy hours?

    On Tuesday from 5pm-8pm you get a $1 off all 14oz pours. On Wednesday $1 off all specialty… Read more

    Can my friend bring a toddler to this place?

    Probably not the best idea. Honestly never seen kids there.

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    Holy sh!t, where do I start?…read more The ever-evolving menu featuring Irish staple foods that are delivered to perfection? The perfectly intimate bar and back room fire that feels like you are in a place and time far away? The attentive staff that takes great pride in the food and the service that they provide? The quality of the ingredients in combination with the chef's master mind? The perfectly paired whiskey (or is it whisky?) and beer list - that was poured with patience and finesse? You must go here. When we went, we enjoyed a couple pints, the sourdough bread, the eggs, the rabbit salad, and the fish pie. We were floating on high after that meal. Thank you, Wren, for such an amazing experience.

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