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The Bluebird Cocktail Room

4.1 (347 reviews)
Closed • 5:00 pm - 12:00 am (Next day)
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Barrel Hill Tom cat old fashioned
Mydalya C.

I've been wanting to visit Bluebird for months and finally made it in for a Saturday date night and it did not disappoint. The space is incredibly cozy, with community-style tables topped with library lamps that cast the perfect warm glow. The stacked books throughout the room create a charming "late night at the library" vibe that feels both intimate and inviting. Even on a busy Saturday evening, the service was great. The bartenders balanced a full bar with ease, still taking the time to chat while crafting drinks, which made the experience feel personal rather than rushed. We ordered the cheeseburger and fries, cooked medium well, as our "starter" since Bluebird was just the first stop of our night. It was simple, satisfying, and exactly what we were craving. I absolutely loved the speakeasy-style atmosphere and will definitely be back to explore more of the menu.

Date night in full effect
Christopher S.

Amazing cocktails and a wonderful place to have a deep conversation with a date. Great service for a special person in your life.

Erin B.

The Bluebird Cocktail Room is so cute I can't believe I haven't been here before! A gorgeous space, I loved the dark wooden tables and the community/casual -type seating. I love that the menu is like a story book with drink name as chapters, and you turn the pages to read the ingredients! Such a fun, creative touch and I hear the menu changes frequently so it's so cool that the names and illustrations must change as well! The person who took my order kindly helped me decide what drink to get, and it was a good choice! An interesting mix of carrot juice, ginger, gin, and various other ingredients that were unique but delicious together (and strong!)

Nicole B.

Love the ambiance and decor! Had a stop here during girls night and it was a great time. We were given tasty drink recommendations and were checked on frequently throughout our time there.

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Che C.

I stopped by The Bluebird Cocktail Room to have a celebratory drink with a friend of mine. I fell in love with the ambiance as soon as I walked in. It's nice and dark and there's jazz playing. There are high chairs at the bar for you to sit or you can sit at the table in the middle. There's enough space where you can bring your laptop and get some work done if you wanted. Then there's a booth like bench around the perimeter with little cocktail tables for you to place your drinks and food. We sat in the corner, and I also noticed that there were some books as part of the decor and the book lover in me was eating it up. The ambiance was very cozy and intimate. Perfect setting for catching up with friends or a date night with your love or even the first date to get to know someone. We were going to be going somewhere else to get something to eat so I just stuck with the drinks. I ordered the preserved peach smash and it's for sure top 5 drink I've had in my life. I mean wowwwwww. It was so good we had to call the bartender over and see if we could get some insight on how the drink is made. It's peaches steeped in an herbal cordial with bourbon, lime, and maple. I mean ten out of ten definitely recommend. It seems like their menu is seasonal. This was their winter menu. So it may not be there depending on when you go. Quite frankly they need to offer this one year round cause it's that good. And it was only $13. You made it this far in the review go check them out.

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Başak O.

I really enjoyed the place! Decoration, service and the cocktails was perfect. We met with the friends for couple of drinks before the dinner. Next time I wanna try bean dip for sure!

Three dots and a dash
Huong N.

Was finally able to try out The Bluebird Cocktail room for my birthday, and definitely want to come back here! We had reservations and were seated quickly-- there was some bar seating and several tables that were open (probably because it was a Monday night). Our waiter was friendly and quick with our orders and drinks. We each tried different cocktails and while somewhat on the pricey side (I think they were each about $20), they were quite tasty! We also tried several of the appetizers (fries, white bean dip) prior to dinner, all were delicious. I personally got the burger for dinner, and it was seasoned and cooked well. The inside is really lovely, and I know there are other "rooms" or parts to the Bluebird that I want to try in the future! Parking was difficult to find, but that is pretty much everywhere in the area.

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Ana B.

Back in 2019, the Blue Bird cocktail room was like the best place to go in Baltimore for cocktails. There's been a lot of changes obviously with Covid so I recently went back (stopping going for a bit) and was really surprised to see food on the menu. I forgot to take pictures, but we ordered the mushroom toast which was really good and their french fries which are kind of like the skinny fries. I feel like Blue Bird is back on the up and up and with the trying times we are living in 2025, cocktails are definitely coming back. I got their last word which is my favorite iteration of any cocktail and it was pretty good. Their vibes remain the same. It's a cool LIBRARY dark feeling bar, and the bartenders were really nice. It was pretty slow when we went and it was a Thursday night. This is in Hamden along the avenue, and I will definitely go back and post more pictures later.

Three Dots and a Dash
Kymbaly W.

I came here for a date on a Thursday night. It wasn't packed but just the right amount of people. The vibe is very sultry and intimate. Dim lights, candles, books, and warm atmosphere. I was met by the hostess right away when I walked up. She was nice and seated me. The waiter came over right away and he poured my water and then made small talk about the menu. He was also nice!! He was very good at giving suggestions and he was very attentive. I ordered the meatballs and they were just okay. I didn't really taste much spice at all and they could have been a little more moist. But the tomato sauce was good and the ricotta at the bottom. We ordered a few drinks throughout our date. Old fashioned, three dots and a dash, fiery sleepy head, millionaires obsession, and a kiss your ass. My friend really enjoyed his old fashioned, he had about 2. I love the three dots and a dash, I had 2 of those also. I also really liked millionaires obsession. The fiery sleepy head was interesting but not bad. He finished it but he did not like the kiss your ass. When I tasted it, I didn't like it either. The after taste is not good. Of course everyone's tastebuds are different so try the drinks out for yourself. You will spend some money here just based of drink prices alone, of course depending on what you get. But it's a great vibe and experience!!

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Helene H.

The staff is super friendly. I've been here before, they have a sort of gastro-pub menu usually and a loaded cocktail bar. The food they served for the event was very tasty. Charcuterie and sliders and fries. It's like being in a dark speakeasy, I love it.

Kimberly A.

Bluebird is one of my favorite places to go on a solo date. It's dimly lit and is set up to give you a feel of a library with lamps on the table and old books stacked on each table in the middle. If you want a more intimate experience, there are tables against the wall perfect for a date night experience. They also have seats at the bar which I like sitting at sometimes as well. I love reading the detailed descriptions of the drinks each time that I go. It is especially cool because they switch the menus up often. All of the drinks are reasonably priced between $14-$20. To end the night I love enjoying the night breeze while sitting on the bench swings outside. I can literally stay at this venue for hours!

Jill S.

The cocktail bar is upstairs from Green Room, with cute swings outside, and a dimly lit, cozy, home library meets speakeasy atmosphere inside. My only issue is that the drinks and snacks we tried did not live up to the cocktail bar vibe (and prices). A good cocktail bar should have well balanced drink recipes on the menu, rather than throwing unusual ingredients together for the sake of being creative. I had a champagne cocktail off their winter menu, and the herbs de provence in their house made cordial gave a roast chicken feel to the sparkling wine, but would have been better with a stronger tasting spirit like gin or mezcal. We also shared the whipped ricotta and beets with honey. The beets were cut into large slippery chunks (larger than bite size) and piled in the center of the whipped ricotta, and roasted whole cloves of garlic were placed all over most of the ricotta along with the honey and olive oil, but the garlic/honey/beet combination just did not pair together well. The high points were that the service was good, the atmosphere was cute, and you get a nice 2nd story view of Hampden on the way in.

Smitha M.

I had a lovely time exploring this cocktail room quietly located in Hampden. I ordered 2 drinks and they were delicious. However, my first cocktail, Whisper Me More, had the embellishments falling off, I thinks how they are clipped can be improved. I ordered the Bluebird Martini and it had a strong taste! I loved the presentation provided with the drink. Overall, service was smooth and the energy was vibing, I like the dark academia style in the interior. This is an excellent spot for date night or gather with friends.

A tasty mint drink! Forgot the name! So good

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Ask the Community - The Bluebird Cocktail Room

Do I need a reservation?

You can make reservations but you don't necessarily need them! I've always found a seat at the bar when it's just me and one other person. If more than a party of 2 you might want to get the reservation just to be safe.

What is the dessert menu like?

Not really known for desserts. There were literally 2 things I think when we were there.

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Clandestino has grown up, literally. What began as a small operation in Frederick has moved into a…read morelarger space, and the expansion suits them well. This is Puerto Rican pitorro, also known as ron cañita, made with care and intention rather than gimmickry. Many local liquor stores now carry the brand, and it is well worth picking up a bottle, but visiting the distillery is an experience in itself. The founder is a fellow Puerto Rican born retired military member, a background I share, and like me, he has put down roots in Maryland. That story is reflected clearly in the brand's own framing, "Puerto Rican born, Maryland made." The space feels grounded and unpretentious, and that sensibility carries through to the hospitality. We arrived late on a Saturday and were still welcomed warmly, never rushed. We were taken care of by the founder's daughter, who was exceptionally kind, attentive, and knowledgeable. She guided us through a flight that included the traditional pitorro, almond, pineapple, coffee, coconut chai, and several seasonal offerings. The flavors were thoughtful and well balanced; even the infused expressions retained a clear rum backbone rather than drifting into novelty. We enjoyed them enough to leave with several bottles. This is artisanal pitorro done right, rooted in Puerto Rican tradition and confidently made in Maryland. Buying it locally is convenient, but going to the distillery is where the people, the story, and the spirit fully come together.

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This spot is a cute neighborhood location. I've been twice now and have enjoyed each time. Service…read moreis kind and helpful, the space itself feels like hanging in someone's dining room, which I love. Food is great and experimental.

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One of the most unique gems I've found in Baltimore. They're serving a pan Asian plethora of fusion…read moredishes with the primary influence being Chamorro cuisine (Guam/Micronesia). We've been there three times now and we live almost an hour outside the city. Our server was Paul and he was awesome, extremely well versed and knowledgeable. The cocktails are inspired and inventive utilizing fresh ingredients. My favorite is the POG that they serve in a spam tin. For food we always have to get the spam musubi, lumpia, and tteokboki. Those alone are worth making the trip out. The musubi is better than my grandmother's. I've also enjoyed the steamed buns and the chicken skewers. The desserts were phenomenal, house made, not a hint of Cysco or us foods slop. I can't recommend this place enough. The interior is extremely comfy and almost transports you to another country. With unique seating options, if we lived closer we'd be regulars at happy hour. Paul told us today about a chef curated menu that we plan to try out for our next visit. In a world of corporate owned restaurants serving uninspired slop, places like The Duchess need to be protected.

We arrived a bit early for our reservation and were seated quite quickly even though it was busy…read more The servers were very attentive and checked on us often (though sometimes it felt like they were rushing us). The restaurant is somewhat dimly lit, so you may have to strain your eyes or use a flashlight to read the menu. However, it does create a nice vibe. I loved that the restaurant has Samsung art TVs. The food was good and meant to be shared! The shaved ice was delightful.

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4.3(24 reviews)
0.0 mi•Hampden

We are always looking for some good pizza and Raffy's has made the list. We got artichokes,…read morepepperoni pizza, the goat pizza, a side of spicy ranch as well as some drinks. The artichokes were nothing special, I'd skip those next time. The pizza was delicious. Thin, crispy, and very nice sauce flavor and toppings. The side of spicy ranch had a kick to it. We were the only ones there at the time but the service was on top of it. She was nice and attentive. Id definitely come back and try other flavors. They do specials and offer a thursday date night deal.

Recently tried Raffy's for the first time since their rebrand/renovation. The atmosphere is cozy…read morewith a long bar, some tables, and a wood-fired pizza oven. Service was friendly and attentive at the bar. I enjoyed the glass of red wine on tap (which was technically a cup of wine) for $7. For such a cheap pour, it was pretty good. The Old Bay honey wings were absolutely delicious! Definitely recommend giving their wings a try - super succulent and all flats (my favorite). We also enjoyed the spinach and artichoke pizza on gluten free crust. The crust left much to be desired however, with the edges almost burnt to a crispy and the middle still pretty soggy. The flavor of the pizza itself was good but it could've used a sprinkle of flaky salt or even a drizzle of balsamic or chili oil to liven it up. Love that they feature a ton of unique pizza topping combinations so you can really explore some adventurous flavors. Their menu is also clearly marked for gluten free options which is always a win in my book. I'll be back!

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4.4(42 reviews)
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I've been wanting to go here for a while since it's got a predominantly rum based cocktail list…read more But what caught me off guard was that roasted beet and goat cheese. It's a must have, and honestly brightened my day. The crunch from the pistachios, good olive oil, and golden beets? Hell yeah. Sat at the bar since I walked in onna whim, asked for a recommendation and ended up with a tiki drink that I didn't realize was maize liquor. (I hate maize/corn liquor) and I did my best to power through it. It honestly wasn't a bad mix, I actually enjoyed the other flavors and the garnish baby corn, but I think the bartender could tell it wasn't my speed and set me up with a beer and made my night. The beer selection here is pretty good, with a lotta local varieties. What cracked me up was the lady next to me cracking back a few lemonade natty lights. Cute date spot, but if you're looking for a nice lil cocktail at the end of the night, this is a great spot. If you're a group of 2 or more and you want a table, make a reservation. This place gets packed!

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