If you're looking for the perfect activity to do solo, with friends, or as an interactive date…read morenight, then you must try the distill your own liquor class at Ellicott Distilling. I've been to Ellicott Distilling twice. Once as a solo date night for myself and recently as a small group with my family. And both times I had an absolute blast. If making your own liquor doesn't draw you in then the taco bar, welcome drink, endless samples of liquor, and an all-around great time will do it. Arkadi, the owner is an amazing host and keeps the class lively. You kick off the class putting some food from the taco bar on your stomach, which you will definitely need, and make your first cocktail of the day. From there you get going with the distilling process, which is a pretty neat process to learn about. You don't realize how much science goes into making the spirits we all love to consume. And I love the little old timey distilling machines each person uses to make their liquor of choice. Once the liquor starts dripping you head downstairs for a little tour and barrel sampling. And then back upstairs to finish off your custom flavored bottled and some trivia. The trivia is a win, win because even with wrong answers you still win with samples of various flavored liquors. My family and I were the only ones attending for the day, so it was a very intimate class that we all thoroughly enjoyed. This class is a must try for anyone that loves a good bottle of bourbon/gin/vodka, and you can even say that you made it yourself.

First time at Ellicott Distilling in Historic Ellicott City and it was AMAZING. It's a super quaint…read morespot and the owner ran our class--he's knowledgeable, personable, and made the whole thing really fun. We got to make our own flavored drink (your choice of alcohol), did tastings along the way, and even played trivia. Brunch was served; tacos + mimosas + punch, cookies, and the drinks were unlimited. Such a good time. We'll 100% be back.

Perfect date night!!!!! The ambiance was sexy, romantic, small, and intimate. I loved how close I…read morewas able to sit by my boyfriend while enjoying the smooth sounds of the live jazz band featuring, Anna-Lisa Kirby. It was AMAZING! The decor was sexy and very exclusive, felt like a speakeasy vibes as the decor transported you into another era. It was magical Service was good, our waitress was really helpful with recommending good drinks. This was a post dinner bar visit so we mainly had drinks and added a few treats: colossal shrimp cocktail and warm butter cake. The colossal shrimp cocktail contained some of the largest prawns that I've ever had. They were fresh and perfectly prepared but one was enjoy to fill you up. The warm butter cake was sinfully good! Warm, soft, and sweet. The drinks were AMAZING! I ordered the Recurrence Eternal which contained gin, pear, and champagne. There were other ingredients in there but I wanted to spotlight these few. This was the perfect drink which will creep up on you LOL but it was sooooooooooo good. My boyfriend enjoyed his whiskey drink as well. Overall, the music, ambiance, drinks, and small bites made this place perfect. Can't wait to return

Vibe: cozy, intimate, fancy, comfortable. The jazz band was incredible and not too loud, you could…read morestill comfortably have a conversation while they played. Service: fast, friendly Happy hour food & drinks: everything we tried was delicious - truffled waffle fries, tater tots (which are cubed, and served with a delicious aioli), ceviche, Caesar salad. Tried 2 cocktails, both nice and strong, but maybe not the most memorable cocktails I've ever had for the price. Disappointed that happy hour only had 3 cocktails on it, so we ordered drinks off the main menu, but lots of reasonably priced food available for happy hour. Fun fact: they serve the full Ruxton menu here!!

A lively dive bar with almost nightly live-music…read more I used to frequent Morsberger's in the old days. Now it's a brighter livelier place, still showing off it's divey decor. You can enter on Main Street, or from the back patio. For the full dive-effect, I like to come directly from the old iron staircase in the back, halfway up to the patio, past the original tiny old restrooms and the ice machine. (There's nicer restrooms on the performance / pool-table side.) I looked in on the pool-table side where bands play regularly. There's seating there for around 30, mostly used when bands are playing or by pool-players or when the bar side is full. There's some benches out on the patio for warmer weather and for smoking. The walls are covered with old rock memorabilia, and i love the bar side where there are old albums on the ceiling too! Plus a collection of old stuff over the years that defies description. The bar seats maybe 15. I always sit on the bar side, where it's usually dimly lit. You can get basic mixed drinks and some premium spirits, and plenty of varieties of beers, some craft, some old regulars. They have a small kitchen, too. I usually just get a cold Natty Boh and watch some sports on their several tvs, or talk to anyone I know, or anyone who happens to be nearby. This time i got there on a Thursday after 5 and it was pretty quiet, between the regulars who finish around 4pm and the music-lovers who come after 6 or 7. This time I was one-and-done. I've been here for some rock, and mostly for a more Catonsvillian variety of punk and metal, sometimes every night!, though usually not Mondays. Sometimes there's a cover. It's usually good bands, with a lively crowd, some from the nearby college. There's a small number of parking spaces straight out back, only on their side of the alleys, and leaving the spaces behind the deck for the apartments to the east. The out-front street parking is pay at-the-meter or by-app during Mon-Sat 8-6, and otherwise free.

Great little tavern with live music and delicious food! Their menu isn't huge, but it's…read moreOUTSTANDING! The gluten free quesadilla had all kinds of veggies in it, and I'm still thinking about it! I want more! They had a gluten free pizza on the menu, and I can't wait to come back and try that! Great atmosphere; everyone is friendly- both patrons and employees.

Payton at the bar is so nice & is great with conversation! Service was fast and the ambiance is…read morenice. They have live music in the evenings on the weekends. You can also order food from downstairs to the bar which is nice, GGs chicken sandwich is fire. They have little nooks with seating on the floor and multiple bar seats!

Comfortable setting. Food and drinks. And a fancy restaurant downstairs…read more If your in the area this is a fancy and comfortable spot

Quaint restaurant inside ROOST Baltimore…read more They boast a nice outdoor seating area with an amazing view of the Baltimore Peninsula. They have a small food menu and a great drink menu which does also include zero proof drinks. I recently came where for a Just like friends event and enjoyed their awesome wine collection. Service was great. Parking is ok. Will definitely visit again!

We recently had the pleasure of hosting our son's college graduation celebration at Vessel. The…read moreentire experience truly exceeded our expectations beyond words. I must say, I am obsessed with the venue itself. From the ambiance, the views, the delicious drinks and of course, the phenomenal staff, Vessel does not miss a beat. The staff was exceptional.Our servers and bartenders, Kianna, Tyesha, El and Eric went above and beyond to the point I didn't have to lift a finger or worry about any detail. Their professionalism, mixed with attention to every detail, and not to mention great personalities, made us feel at home, welcomed and valued. The drinks were delicious, and the hospitality was sheer perfection. Working with Chris Allen, the Sales Manager, was simply amazing. Chris truly rolled out the red carpet and not one detail was missed. I truly enjoyed working him. His patience, great personality, excellent communication, and willingness to go above and beyond to made our event so memorable. His commitment to providing high quality service truly elevated our entire experience. Vessel is a hidden gem in the Baltimore Peninsula. Whether you are staying at their beautiful hotel the Roost, want to have a refreshing cocktail on their beautiful rooftop deck, or listen to great music in the lounge, you won't be disappointed.

In the heart of the Merriweather District is the GameOn Columbia location. This location has two…read morebars, and a ton of arcade machines. I remember there was a Dance Dance Revolution machine if I remember correctly and a Guitar Hero arcade machine. This one I believe has the largest selection of games and is possibly the largest location out of the 4 locations GameOn offers. The service, food, and cocktails are great and they provide a nice laid-back experience that makes a great date night or day activity with your family!

This place is chaos in the best possible way…read more Game On in the Merriweather District is basically your inner child with adult money. The arcade selection is legit. Not a couple random machines tucked in a corner, but enough games to keep you busy way longer than you planned. The cocktails? Oh they're gimmicky. Fully. And that's the fun of it. They're colorful, dramatic, a little extra, and totally fit the vibe. If you want a quiet, serious cocktail moment, this isn't that. If you want something playful in your hand while you dominate skee ball, you're in the right spot. Now the food -- this surprised me. The cheesesteak egg rolls are a must. Crispy, cheesy, packed with flavor. Absolutely order them. The buffalo chicken sliders were also a win. Messy in the best way, saucy, juicy, and perfect for grazing between games. What really made it though was the staff. They genuinely look like they're having a good time working there. Not fake smiles. Real energy. That kind of vibe changes everything and makes you want to hang out longer. Game On knows exactly what it is and leans all the way in. Fun first, good food, playful drinks, great energy. We'll be back.

The front bar at Cured is a great spot for a beer, but the real magic is behind the door near the…read morebathrooms. Once you step into the speakeasy in the back, you're in a different era. The whiskey and bourbon selection is the most massive, well-curated collection I've ever seen--it makes a standard liquor store look like a gas station shelf. The bartenders actually know their stuff, too. I It's dark, the jazz is live, and the drinks are lethal. It's the only place in Columbia where I can sit in at the bar or a table and feel like I'm running a bootlegging empire instead of just hiding from the mall traffic.

Beautiful upscale jazz restaurant located with Cured. I recommend dressing nice but it's not…read morerequired. They normally have live jazz, whether it's a band or a single performer. Service is exemplary. Plenty of food options, and some lovely choices. The octopus appetizer is the only thing I wouldn't suggest as it was rubbery and lacked flavor.

Stopped in on a random Saturday afternoon due to earlier plans not coming to fruition. This place…read moreis not your normal deli, once you go behind the cocoa cola machine, you're literally transported into a wonder hidden gem serving prohibition style cocktails and delicious deli sandwiches. When I tell you I felt at home here. The staff were so personable and chill, they also had a cool playlist playing. I got the Italian cold cut. Soooo good, the bread was nice and crusty. The portions are huge so you will be full. The drinks here are fire. The Eden on Eutaw is there spin on a Negroni. Fabulous. I also had a dirty martini with gin, delicious as well. I got in on the earlier side of the evening, round 6ish, it was quiet, the crowd came pouring in round 7-8. They also have a dj spinning on Saturdays at 9ish. Definitely will return for that with my friends. But this is a really cool place to stop in on a date, with your good girlfriends, or a spot to just come before the crowds. Either way you can't go wrong.

I wanted to come here because my partner wanted a Reuben sandwich and that is all I searched for. I…read moredidn't know what we were in for when we came in. We first walked in and it looks just like a deli and I was like oh wow this is smaller than I thought it would be and someone came out of the soda machine so we need to walk-through. The bar was really cute. The music was fantastic. The wallpaper in the lounge area was perfect. We ordered our drinks at the bar and food. Although a sidecar wasn't on the menu, I asked the bartender if he could make me one because I had wanted to try one. He said of course and made it with Cointreau. It was fantastic! I think that is my new favorite drink. The service and the food was so good and so were the drinks. He recommended the lager negra for my partner and he LOVED IT!!! The music was amazing too. We danced to Stevie Wonder to end our night.