My very 1st time going to a Speakeasy in Baltimore and I am a native Baltimorean. We came here to…read morewrap up a date night for a late night cocktail and conversation. There is a secret black door to enter. You can make reservations however, I was unaware that reservations were needed. We waited for about 20 minutes before a table opened up. Of course, the lights are dimmed inside with a very chill atmosphere. It is also pretty spacious inside for Speakeasy. We enjoy as it was something different to try. I will definitely return

It's a cool spot. It was a little hidden like most Speakeasy's which I love. When we entered it had…read morea cool dark but calming vibe and they weren't too busy. We had a party of 7 and we pretty much had our pick of where to sit. The waitress was talking really fast and low and we kept having to ask her to repeat herself. She never slowed down OR spoke louder. Once she had our drink orders, they didn't take long to come out. I ordered the "AKA" it was tequila based and was pretty good. Everyone was pretty happy with their drinks. This is when the night turned. 4 of the 7 of us wanted to leave and head elsewhere, the waitress made ALL 7 of us pay even though the others wanted to stay and order more. She would not budge on this and seemed pretty nonchalant about it. .. all in all. Glad we found it but won't be back.

Found this place while visiting Baltimore this past weekend after an early afternoon trip on the…read morecommuter ferry. Very nondescript from outside and very low key inside. Excellent for date nights to I need a cocktail. Giancarlo was so helpful with guiding us towards cocktails which he made to our based on our conversation. Truly a craft cocktail lounge. Cocktail menu is available as is a small bites menu. At first we were the only 3 there but another out of town couple stumbled in and they were just as enthralled as we were. Baltimoreans if you are not familiar with this little bar you need to visit. You will not regret it. BTW, I had an Old Fashioned. I know not very exotic but it was perfectly crafted.

My favorite bar in Baltimore City, hands down! The cocktails are some of the best you'll find,…read morecreative, balanced, and expertly made. The owner, Giancarlo and Kieran, are incredibly knowledgeable and clearly skilled at what they do. And I can't forget Alex who is an absolute delight! What really sets this place apart is how much they care about each person who walks through the door. You're not just another customer here!

I absolutely love King's Ransom! The atmosphere is really dope. It is definitely hard to find as it…read moreis in a pizza shop. I went there with one of my friends and we really enjoyed ourselves. It is a nice quiet, hidden speak easy with great vibes. The service was impeccable. The bartender was very friendly and attentive. She gave great suggestions for drinks. We decided on a sour. Which was whisky, lemon, and honey. It was perfectly mixed and served. I also tried the Toki Highball which was excellent. It was rich in flavor and not too strong. If you are really into Whisky King's Ransom needs to be on your list to visit. Unfortunately, we did not order food but the couple next to us ordered the pizza and fries and it looked delicious. The ambiance was great. Its a little upscale with dark lighting. The raised bar and lighting add to the unique experience. This bar is great for date night or just a night out with friends in Alexandria, Va. If you are in the area check it out...you won't be disappointed. Cheers!

We planned a happy hour cocktail before dinner at Josephine's. I'm genuinely baffled at why anyone…read morewould rate this place as anything special. The "hidden" speakeasy is just a second floor bar. (And the bar is nothing remotely like a speakeasy vibe). Tried to order Hendricks gin. Nope. Then Bombay Sapphire. Nope. TheFour bottles of gin that no one had ever heard of. "How about a Jamesons"? Nope. Poor selection of booze and zero atmosphere. (The bartender was fine, though not at all apologetic about the lack of standard liquor selections). There are way better bars....

This is the former Kenwood Tavern that really was only open for a year, but it cemented itself into…read morethe history of bars in Baltimore. I think the ownership is with the current Landlord. I'm not actually sure but the cocktails are good. I think the vibes when I went was off. Granted I did go on a weekday where it was pretty empty. I did really appreciate that they were chips of ice in the cocktail, cause it was a really hot day, so I made sure that the drink stayed really cold and delicious. Water is self service. They shift their menu a lot which I think is really nice for the community. The cocktails are on the pricier side they think they start around 14 or 16 which I think is a little too much for a local neighborhood bar.

I have been on the hunt for my "cheers" and the hunt started here. I went one night with friends…read moreand grabbed seats at the bar. This place is so cozy and surprisingly easy to park. The vibes are right and the bartenders were nice and chatty, the only reason this place isnt "my" place and doesn't get 5 stars is because they dont make a very good dirty martini and thats like base level. I asked for it extra dirty and I could barely taste the olive brine, I actually had to have him pour more in front of me lol. Also service was a little slow. So for grabbing a quick drink with the girls sure, but staying as a regular nah.

There's nothing like the pleasure of walking a few blocks from your home to stop at the cutest…read moreneighborhood bar for a cocktail. They have a rotating mention and curated cocktails for your choosing as well as a full bar if you're more of a classic girl or guy. The last time I went I enjoyed their spin on a New York sour with egg white. I look forward to their cocktail menu changes and also their classics! Worth checking out!

Lovely neighborhood cocktail bar with a fun menu and good vibes…read more My fiancé and I went here for dinner and drinks on a Friday around 5:30 and sat at the bar. There is a huge bar with maybe 12-15 seats and a few 4 top tables. After about 7pm it got packed and was mostly standing room. The cocktail menu was a good size with lots of fun and experimental flavor combos. I appreciate the creativity! We each got 2 cocktails. One of mine had an edible flower in it and it was delish. My fiancé got the espresso martini as did just about every other customer! One suggestion for the team is to put photos of the drink menu pinned on Instagram! Keep in mind these are all custom made by your bartender for each drink so please be patient, it is worth the wait. The food menu is small but everything we had was tasty and filling. All the food is like snacky Indian food - with lots of masala spices. We got the sampler and a chicken tikka pizza. I'd recommend both! The wings were the best part for us. That menu is on their insta. It's definitely not a full fancy meal but with the cocktails, for me it was plenty. They had a few TVs and played some music, it wasn't too loud and they had some cute string lights. Both bartenders were friendly and attentive. I hope they keep making new drinks and perhaps rotate the menu occasionally! This is a great addition to Locust Point, definitely a killer date spot, come support a great local spot!!

This is a good spot for very fancy cocktails. More of a speakeasy vibe almost. It is dark, but in a…read morepolished, put together way (completely unrecognizable as the old Leadbetters, RIP). The bartenders really know what they are doing and the drink menu is full of special drinks that have a bunch of ingredients you've never heard of. The cocktails we ordered came looking beautiful and garnished with fresh herbs, flowers, and fruit and were very unique. I would definitely pop in here for a drink before or after dinner nearby with friends or a date, but it did not feel like the kind of space where you will make friends with your neighbors.

Rye was cute, quaint, and dark bar located in Fells Point, Baltimore. It wasn't too crowded and I…read morewas able to get a two-person high top table by the bar upon immediately walking in. The service from the bartenders was not so great or welcoming. When I asked about the espresso martini and asked for it without lavender, the bartender made way too big of a deal. The espresso martini is pre-made. I opted for a vodka soda and it was pretty hard to drink. The menu feels limited. They do not have pineapple, Red Bull, or many other popular mixes. Positively, prices are very good, especially compared to the other bars in the area. I would like to go back and try the food because it smelled amazing and hopefully find something better to drink on the menu that I like!

What a beautiful bar! From the lights to the decor and ambiance of the bar -- really great for a…read moreGNO or a romantic date. We just had drinks there but they were all so good! The service was quick -- it's a smaller spot but I think that ensures you have a personalized experience m.

Our bartender was super nice and engaging, she provided great conversation. The drink was also…read morereally nice and refreshing. Being here felt like I was in a HBO series and just had so much fun being there, I truly wish it was located even closer to me because I'd be there more frequently.