Country Inn & Suites By Carlson, Baltimore North, MD

CANTON. Home of Baltimore's "best bikini contest," this waterfront joint is a hit with thirsty beach dwellers....

CANTON. Home of Baltimore's "best bikini contest," this waterfront joint is a hit with thirsty beach dwellers. From great seafood such as its signature shrimp salad to pizza, burgers and grilled chicken, the menu's offerings satiate the hungry. Patrons, some donning beach attire, down beer and frozen drinks and enjoy the fabulous view of the harbor. Live music Friday and Sunday nights. 21+ during the summer months.

Hours: Daily 11am-2am

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CANTON. This down-to-earth neighborhood joint draws a loyal following from the 25+ crowd. Patrons down pints of...

CANTON. This down-to-earth neighborhood joint draws a loyal following from the 25+ crowd. Patrons down pints of Guinness, watch sports or shoot pool while jukebox tunes play in the background. In addition to the spacious main room, the upstairs space features billiard tables and a second bar. Happy hour features great beer and cocktail specials.

Hours: Mon-Thu 4pm-2am; Fri 3pm-2am; Sat-Sun 11:30am-2am

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FELLS POINT. Classy dining room provides the perfect atmosphere for a decadent Southern Creole dinner.

FELLS POINT. Classy dining room provides the perfect atmosphere for a decadent Southern Creole dinner.

Hours: Tue-Thu 5pm-10pm; Fri-Sat 5pm-11pm; Sun 4pm-10pm

Payment Methods: Visa , Master Card , American Express , Diner's Club

FELLS POINT. For almost 30 years, this Fells Point landmark has been the place to go for fresh, perfectly prepared...

FELLS POINT. For almost 30 years, this Fells Point landmark has been the place to go for fresh, perfectly prepared mussels. At dinner, they come steamed and accompanied by your choice of 8 great sauces. Other options include seafood-studded paella and shellfish royale in cream sauce. Live jazz and a quirky atmosphere highlighted by historic photos, posters and nautical items contribute to an always-entertaining experience. Perennially popular for dinner, Bertha's also attracts crowds with its pub menu, featuring Scotch eggs, shepherd's pie, fish cakes and chowder. Sunday brunch includes favorites such as crab cakes Benedict, french toast and omelets.

Hours: Daily 11:30am-2am

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FELLS POINT. The name may come from a pre-fight mantra ­ "I can take you AND the horse you rode in on!"),...

FELLS POINT. The name may come from a pre-fight mantra ­ "I can take you AND the horse you rode in on!"), but there's nothing but good times and upbeat vibes inside this popular neighborhood watering hole. During the week, "The Horse" is fairly low-key, but things heat up on the weekends, when live rock is featured and the twenty-something party crowd comes out to listen, mingle, and dance.

Hours: Mon-Fri 2pm-1:30am; Sat-Sun Noon-1:30am

Payment Methods: Visa , Master Card , American Express , Diner's Club

FELLS POINT. A two story ceiling, wrought-iron chandeliers, large windows and giant clay vases flank the interior of...

FELLS POINT. A two story ceiling, wrought-iron chandeliers, large windows and giant clay vases flank the interior of this dining room and lounge, and a sizeable balcony overlooks the main floor. Diners consume intriguing small plates such as fire-roasted almonds, empanadas, calamari fritti and eggplant dip, as well as pizzas, flatbreads and ciabatta, baked in a wood-burning oven. Over 100 wines and a selection of martinis available. NB The dining room transitions into a dance club late in the evening; you must be must be 21 to get into lounge/bar.

Hours: Mon-Thu 5pm-10pm; Fri-Sat 5pm-1am; Sun 5pm-9pm

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DOWNTOWN. Howl at the Moon Bar and Nightclub in downtown Baltimore will have you partying nonstop late into the night....

DOWNTOWN. Howl at the Moon Bar and Nightclub in downtown Baltimore will have you partying nonstop late into the night. The party starts right when you walk in the doors with everyone moving and dancing to the hip, fun music. Howl at the Moon is known for its Dueling Pianos show, which features dizzyingly talented musicians facing off to the beat of to the beat of radios greatest hits. Guests can sit back and enjoy the show or get involved by requesting their own favorite songs. This Baltimore bar's drink menu is extensive, featuring everything from stable beers to elaborate specialty cocktails and even Howl at the Moon's own house features, like Piano Punch.

Hours: Wed-Thu 7pm-2am; Fri 5pm-2am; Sat 5:30pm-2am

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MT VERNON. Offering everything hip in the world of dining, this open, multi-level cafe and bar features sushi, gelato,...

MT VERNON. Offering everything hip in the world of dining, this open, multi-level cafe and bar features sushi, gelato, all-day breakfast, paninis, wraps and more. The chrome bar, surrounded with stools and additional high-top tables, is perfect for mingling over drinks ... an amazing variety of drinks. Fourteen specialty cocktails, wines available by the glass or bottle, domestic and imported brews and even a cool selection of sake.

Hours: Mon-Thu 7am-Midnight; Fri-Sat 7am-2am; Sun 9am-Midnight

Payment Methods: Visa , Master Card , Discover , American Express , Diner's Club

TOWSON. Housed in a vintage movie theater, this venue regularly hosts live rock bands and provides standing room for up...

TOWSON. Housed in a vintage movie theater, this venue regularly hosts live rock bands and provides standing room for up to 700. The adjacent Rec Room features 8 pool tables and 27 TVs. A wide variety of sandwiches, salads and appetizers satiates hungry crowds.

Hours: Daily 11am-2am

Payment Methods: Visa , Master Card , Discover , American Express , Diner's Club

MT VERNON. When it comes to Irish culture, ambiance, food and drinks, it doesn't get any better than Baltimore's Mick...

MT VERNON. When it comes to Irish culture, ambiance, food and drinks, it doesn't get any better than Baltimore's Mick O'Shea's Irish Pub. Settle down at the bar for a smooth Guinness Stout or Magner's Irish Cider. If you have an empty stomach, consider a generous platter of Tinney's Fish and Chips or Bangers and Mash, which features Irish sausage, served alongside mashed potatoes with Guinness brown gravy and whiskey mustard sauerkraut. Make sure to get to Mick O'Shea's Baltimore pub by 9:30 pm on the weekends when they feature different live music.

Hours: Mon-Fri 11:30am-2am; Sat-Sun 11am-2am

Payment Methods: Visa , Master Card , Discover , American Express