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    Melba's Place

    4.0 (46 reviews)
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    Divey
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    Loud
    Good for groups

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    a crowd of people at a party - A lively scene at Melba's Place in Baltimore, featuring a crowded dance floor with diverse patrons, colorful lighting, and a vibrant nightlife atmosphere.
    Nicole B.

    Your basic bmore hole in the wall establishment. It's actually larger than it looks from the outside. The music was good and extra loud I enjoy that and the drinks. The best part is the lightskinned bartender in the back. She knows how to make a drink. I didn't try any of the food...lol...the floor was sticky. That's it

    Celebrating
    La-Kia K.

    I am not a regular club goer, but love coming here. They owner always go out the way to make sure every patron is having a good time. You can celebrate your birthday here. The bar is fully stocked with high end brands. This place also has the best bartenders. Thursday nights is karaoke night. They also have tvs for entertainment, and kitchen that serves some good hot platters or sides. There is street parking, free after 6. Happy hour is ftom 5-7.

    Great bartenders and food
    Jonel G.

    Attending on a Saturday is great evening. They have the best bartenders. Food and drinks prices are great considering they are VERY heavy handed on the alcohol. Lounge is split into two rooms with restrooms in the middle. ATM is on-site if needed.

    Lounge area has a small dance floor
    Kenya D.

    Where everybody knows your nameeee... And they're always glad you cameee... Lots of laughs but yes it's like a High School reunion everyday - Drinks are well made - so if you're not a drinker take it slowwwwww - a Melba's drink is not for the traditional beginner. The music is great Hip Hop/some RnB - I love the Lounge area in front but if you want to dance and Party hard - come thru the doors and head straight towards the back area Club - Go with friends or stop in solo you're bound to spark up a conversation with someone- most people who come are over 30 - it is a 25 an older establishment- I have a blast - It's very safe - Mingle Monday's is the hottest night - I prefer Friday's kinda in the middle - unless it's a Holiday weekend... Great customer service - Security is always on Deck - Parking plentiful and above ALL for ME REAL GLASS - I'm spoiled - that "Red Cup Life" doesn't work for me...

    Look at Keith and Lisa ready to jam at Melba's.
    Lisa H.

    Wanna get your life? Come to Melba's and do just THAT. They play your favorite music... old school, little hip hop. Me and Keith have so much fun getting our favorite brew and dancing!!!

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    The best DJs I have come across in Baltimore. Fridays and Mondays are lit! If you want to dance all night, this is your spot.

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    Nice spot for older folks. Music and drinks on point. Visited my cousins in Baltimore and had a great time.

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    This place is popping drinks are cheap too. From Jersey visiting B'more for the crab feast. Find on Yelp and had a ball.

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    Cool spot, the music was on point too. Old school hip hop & R&B. Definitely a mature crowd with a few young ones mixed in.

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    The catfish and wings here absolute best over east. You can grab a platter and a drink and enjoy a nice two step evening.

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    Nice place to hang out, older bring your sexy crowd.

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    8 years ago

    Great spot felt like the places in my home town excellent bartender she was very attentive to our crew

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    The back bar has a larger dance floor, is darker lit and Dj is playing house music and old school jams.

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