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Something on the menu for everyone - from vegan dishes to amazing burgers, fabulous salads, and glittery cupcakes - this place is a funky local fave for late night snacks or even weekend brunch! Super kid friendly too.
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Golden West Cafe
1105 W 36th StSomething on the menu for everyone - from vegan dishes to amazing burgers, fabulous salads, and glittery cupcakes - this place is a funky local fave for late night snacks or even weekend brunch! Super kid friendly too.
This is our favorite spot within walking distance if neither of us feels like cooking and we don't want to wait to be seated. The food is great, service is friendly, prices are reasonable, and it only takes 10 minutes to walk there!
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Yama Sushi Bar
1030 W 41st StThis is our favorite spot within walking distance if neither of us feels like cooking and we don't want to wait to be seated. The food is great, service is friendly, prices are reasonable, and it only takes 10 minutes to walk there!
Fun and hip atmosphere in a rustic mill-like setting - if you want fancy coffee and amazing quick bites - their baked goods, sandwiches and seasonal delights are top notch and almost always locally sourced.
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Artifact Coffee
1500 Union AveFun and hip atmosphere in a rustic mill-like setting - if you want fancy coffee and amazing quick bites - their baked goods, sandwiches and seasonal delights are top notch and almost always locally sourced.
Another local's fave, "Rocket" has a unique menu, patio seating in the warmer months and is a stone's throw from the "Miracle on 34th". With a retro cocktail lounge feel and rotating menu items like Bahn Mi sandwiches, Chicken Biscuits, or even Steamed Mussels, this is a fun and cozy place for a date night or with friends - even solo at their handmade bar!
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Rocket To Venus
3360 Chestnut AveAnother local's fave, "Rocket" has a unique menu, patio seating in the warmer months and is a stone's throw from the "Miracle on 34th". With a retro cocktail lounge feel and rotating menu items like Bahn Mi sandwiches, Chicken Biscuits, or even Steamed Mussels, this is a fun and cozy place for a date night or with friends - even solo at their handmade bar!
If you are looking for a special night out within walking distance or a short drive - look no further! Woodberry is one of the best restaurants in Baltimore - the originator of "farm to table" dining here! PLUS they have an outdoor fire place that is outstanding even if you'd rather just go for after dinner drinks!
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Woodberry Kitchen
2010 Clipper Park RdIf you are looking for a special night out within walking distance or a short drive - look no further! Woodberry is one of the best restaurants in Baltimore - the originator of "farm to table" dining here! PLUS they have an outdoor fire place that is outstanding even if you'd rather just go for after dinner drinks!
Amazing food if you want a special night out on the "Avenue"!
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The Food Market
1017 W 36th StAmazing food if you want a special night out on the "Avenue"!
Cheap and awesome BBQ with a great outdoor patio that is dog friendly! If you have a big group you can almost always get seated upstairs and the owner Cara is one of the most amazing humans around! Very kid friendly in the upstairs dining room or back porch.
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Blue Pit BBQ & Whiskey Bar
1601 Union AveCheap and awesome BBQ with a great outdoor patio that is dog friendly! If you have a big group you can almost always get seated upstairs and the owner Cara is one of the most amazing humans around! Very kid friendly in the upstairs dining room or back porch.
This place has it all! It's like an adult cafeteria with 11 different food stalls to choose from and a bar, plus shuffleboard and amazing communal seating, couches, outdoor fire - it's fantastic! Vegan/vegetarians rejoice because Stall 11 is AMAZING! And if you like sushi - ever try a sushi burrito?? Go to Hilo! There's also arepas, burgers, coffee & breakfast snacks - you really can't go wrong for a 1 stop shop to suit your groups tastes! Lots of room for kids to let loose!
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R. House
301 W 29th StThis place has it all! It's like an adult cafeteria with 11 different food stalls to choose from and a bar, plus shuffleboard and amazing communal seating, couches, outdoor fire - it's fantastic! Vegan/vegetarians rejoice because Stall 11 is AMAZING! And if you like sushi - ever try a sushi burrito?? Go to Hilo! There's also arepas, burgers, coffee & breakfast snacks - you really can't go wrong for a 1 stop shop to suit your groups tastes! Lots of room for kids to let loose!
FABULOUS Indian food and wonderful family that runs it! Really lovely restaurant and only a 15 minute walk from here!
Namaste Baltimore
413 W Cold Spring LnFABULOUS Indian food and wonderful family that runs it! Really lovely restaurant and only a 15 minute walk from here!
Craving pho or ramen? Get some fresh air on a 15 minute walk to the Rotunda where you'll find this place behind MOMs Market!
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Mi & Yu Noodle Bar
1016 S Charles StCraving pho or ramen? Get some fresh air on a 15 minute walk to the Rotunda where you'll find this place behind MOMs Market!
PIZZA!!! Sure there's a Papa John's and Domino's within walking distance but we try to buy local and Bella-Roma is delicious!
Bella Roma Pizza
3600 Falls RdPIZZA!!! Sure there's a Papa John's and Domino's within walking distance but we try to buy local and Bella-Roma is delicious!
Harmony Bakery
3446 Chestnut AveGluten free & vegan baked goods that everyone will love!!
The quintessential "locals" coffee shop! The muffins are out of this world and the coffee is fantastic! It is very small but perfect for small families, couples, or to-go!
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Common Ground
3543 W 36th StThe quintessential "locals" coffee shop! The muffins are out of this world and the coffee is fantastic! It is very small but perfect for small families, couples, or to-go!
Are you a chocolate connoisseur? GO HERE! Jinji's chocolate is magical, raw, and made with sustainably sourced cacao from all over the world. Plus, her and her father are amazing people :)
Pure Chocolate Shop by Jinji
3100 E Belvedere AveAre you a chocolate connoisseur? GO HERE! Jinji's chocolate is magical, raw, and made with sustainably sourced cacao from all over the world. Plus, her and her father are amazing people :)
Belvedere Square is an indoor market house that is home to Atwater's Bakery, Hex Ferments, Jinji's Chocolates, Neopole, and so much more! The ultimate stop for foodies or if you just want a good lunch and can't decide what - so many options.
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Belvedere Square
529 E Belvedere AveBelvedere Square is an indoor market house that is home to Atwater's Bakery, Hex Ferments, Jinji's Chocolates, Neopole, and so much more! The ultimate stop for foodies or if you just want a good lunch and can't decide what - so many options.
32nd Street Farmers Market
400 E 32nd StThe best Saturday farmer's market!!
Baltimore Farmers Market and Bazaar
The best Sunday farmer's market!
Don't listen to anyone else - these are the BEST crab cakes in town! Local's secret - don't be fooled by the exterior!
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Koco's Pub
4301 Harford RdDon't listen to anyone else - these are the BEST crab cakes in town! Local's secret - don't be fooled by the exterior!
Drinks & Nightlife
Pinball! Tacos! Drinks! What more could you ask for! Hampden is home to divey haunts and "Frijoles" has been around a long time. If you are looking for authentic Mexican food there are better places but for a fun night out playing pinball with a group of friends, it can't be beat!
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Holy Frijoles
908-912 W 36th StPinball! Tacos! Drinks! What more could you ask for! Hampden is home to divey haunts and "Frijoles" has been around a long time. If you are looking for authentic Mexican food there are better places but for a fun night out playing pinball with a group of friends, it can't be beat!
A secret speakeasy type bar right off the Avenue with fabulous cocktails and a romantic yet social atmosphere!
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The Bluebird Cocktail Room & Pub
3600 Hickory AveA secret speakeasy type bar right off the Avenue with fabulous cocktails and a romantic yet social atmosphere!
There's always something going on at The Windup! Whether it's a brass band, funk dj, karaoke night, or ping pong tournament - check out the calendar of one of our favorite places to stay up late and have fun at!
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The Windup Space
12 W North AveThere's always something going on at The Windup! Whether it's a brass band, funk dj, karaoke night, or ping pong tournament - check out the calendar of one of our favorite places to stay up late and have fun at!
Another iconic spot in Baltimore to catch local music and nationally recognized bands "just passing through.." The Ottobar is an institution and if music is your bag, you can't miss it!
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Ottobar
2549 N Howard StAnother iconic spot in Baltimore to catch local music and nationally recognized bands "just passing through.." The Ottobar is an institution and if music is your bag, you can't miss it!
Another Station North fave! Want to know what all the young, hip, artists are into? Check out The Crown and find out!
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The Crown Baltimore
1910 N Charles StAnother Station North fave! Want to know what all the young, hip, artists are into? Check out The Crown and find out!
Outdoor bar on a giant sand lot overlooking the Inner Harbor! Best place to hang out with friends, family, or dogs (on leashes.) They have awesome drinks and great food too!
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Sandlot
1000 Wills StOutdoor bar on a giant sand lot overlooking the Inner Harbor! Best place to hang out with friends, family, or dogs (on leashes.) They have awesome drinks and great food too!
This dive bar on the Avenue got a facelift a couple of years ago and now supports Baltimore's growing comedy scene with comedy shows most nights of the week!
Zissimos Bar
1023 W 36th StThis dive bar on the Avenue got a facelift a couple of years ago and now supports Baltimore's growing comedy scene with comedy shows most nights of the week!
The original dive bar on the Avenue! Jukebox, pool table, tons of room for groups!
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Frazier's On the Avenue
919 W 36th StThe original dive bar on the Avenue! Jukebox, pool table, tons of room for groups!
This place is hilarious - literally a 2-story floating dock out in the middle of the harbor. Awesome views, popular with the college crowd, worth a look if you are downtown!
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Tiki Barge Baltimore
500 Harborview DrThis place is hilarious - literally a 2-story floating dock out in the middle of the harbor. Awesome views, popular with the college crowd, worth a look if you are downtown!
Awesome brewery with indoor taproom and outdoor courtyard - 15 minutes walking distance and often times has music or food trucks, also super dog friendly outside!
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Union Craft Brewery
1700 W 41st StAwesome brewery with indoor taproom and outdoor courtyard - 15 minutes walking distance and often times has music or food trucks, also super dog friendly outside!
Shopping
This place has the most amazing window display on the Avenue - you have to go check it out!!! Our go to for unique vintage gifts!
Hampden Junque
1006 W 36th StThis place has the most amazing window display on the Avenue - you have to go check it out!!! Our go to for unique vintage gifts!
Best apparel store on the Avenue! Unique and on-trend finds with a dash of Baltimore kitsch - go to get some style inspiration!
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Doubledutch Boutique
1021 W 36th StBest apparel store on the Avenue! Unique and on-trend finds with a dash of Baltimore kitsch - go to get some style inspiration!
Just go.... it's awesome and will make you wish you lived there. Local items, great for souvenirs, like an adult Urban Outfitter's home goods section.
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Trohv
921 W 36th StJust go.... it's awesome and will make you wish you lived there. Local items, great for souvenirs, like an adult Urban Outfitter's home goods section.
Ladies!! Best shoe store in Baltimore! And there is coffee and chocolate next door!!
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Ma Petite Shoe
1001 W 36th StLadies!! Best shoe store in Baltimore! And there is coffee and chocolate next door!!
Ten Car Pile Up
511 York RdOne of the best vintage stores in the area!!
Sightseeing
Best view of the Inner Harbor! Catch the sunset here, pop over to the Visionary Arts Museum or stroll down to the carousel!
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Federal Hill Park
300 Warren AveBest view of the Inner Harbor! Catch the sunset here, pop over to the Visionary Arts Museum or stroll down to the carousel!
We've never eaten there but the gigantic flamingo is worth a look! Great for kids we've heard!
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Cafe Hon
1002 W 36th StWe've never eaten there but the gigantic flamingo is worth a look! Great for kids we've heard!
There's so much to see around the Inner Harbor - the Science Museum, Historic Ships, even just walking around near the water is nice!
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Inner Harbor
There's so much to see around the Inner Harbor - the Science Museum, Historic Ships, even just walking around near the water is nice!
Parks & Nature
If you find yourself in this part of town it's a great place to walk around - see if you can find the giant pagoda! The pool in the summer time is open the public!
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Patterson Park
2601 E Baltimore StIf you find yourself in this part of town it's a great place to walk around - see if you can find the giant pagoda! The pool in the summer time is open the public!
One of the oldest urban parks in the US! The paved trail from Woodberry through the north side of the park are wonderful! They leave you at the Zoo's entrance!
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Druid Hill Park
One of the oldest urban parks in the US! The paved trail from Woodberry through the north side of the park are wonderful! They leave you at the Zoo's entrance!
Do you love cacti and orchids and all kinds of plants?? This wonderfully charming little conservatory is a great place to walk to. Simply park past Woodberry Kitchen on Parkdale Ave's dead end and take the walking path south!
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Rawlings Conservatory
3100 Swann DrDo you love cacti and orchids and all kinds of plants?? This wonderfully charming little conservatory is a great place to walk to. Simply park past Woodberry Kitchen on Parkdale Ave's dead end and take the walking path south!
Just need a quick dip into nature without leaving the city? Check out the trails around Lake Roland!
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Lake Roland Nature Council
1000 Lakeside DrJust need a quick dip into nature without leaving the city? Check out the trails around Lake Roland!
Another secret escape from urban life and it is within 15 minutes walking from here! Walk east on Cold Spring to Royal Farms. If you look to your right you will see a great playground for kids! If you look to your left for the walking path on the north side of the street - that will take you to a dog friendly trail. If you stay right of the split in the path to the east side of the stream you can let your well mannered dog off-leash (unofficial understanding amongst users!)
Stony Run Park
Another secret escape from urban life and it is within 15 minutes walking from here! Walk east on Cold Spring to Royal Farms. If you look to your right you will see a great playground for kids! If you look to your left for the walking path on the north side of the street - that will take you to a dog friendly trail. If you stay right of the split in the path to the east side of the stream you can let your well mannered dog off-leash (unofficial understanding amongst users!)
A wonderful network of trails and giant greenspace good for stretching your legs outside, having a picnic, or taking your dog for a run or to play with others!
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Wyman Park
A wonderful network of trails and giant greenspace good for stretching your legs outside, having a picnic, or taking your dog for a run or to play with others!
Arts & Culture
BEST in BALTIMORE! To be exhibited in this museum - an artist must have had NO formal training whatsoever! Permanent collection includes things like miniature needlepoint landscapes made from sock lint by inmates (a collection owned by Leonardo DiCaprio) and sequined voodoo tapestries. If you do nothing else while you are here - DO THIS!
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American Visionary Art Museum
800 Key HwyBEST in BALTIMORE! To be exhibited in this museum - an artist must have had NO formal training whatsoever! Permanent collection includes things like miniature needlepoint landscapes made from sock lint by inmates (a collection owned by Leonardo DiCaprio) and sequined voodoo tapestries. If you do nothing else while you are here - DO THIS!
Baltimore Museum of Art
10 Art Museum DrThe BMA is amazing! Nearby! and FREE!!
Single Carrot Theatre
1505 Old York RdGreat local theater with shows nearly every weekend!
Baltimore Improv Group
1727 N Charles StShows are almost nightly, typically only $5 and hilarious!!!
This place is beautiful! If you love historic architecture, libraries, and want to see one of the most picturesque parts of town - visit the Peabody in Mt. Vernon!
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Peabody Library
17 E Mt Vernon PlThis place is beautiful! If you love historic architecture, libraries, and want to see one of the most picturesque parts of town - visit the Peabody in Mt. Vernon!
Essentials
Our go to store within walking distance for organic and/or local food essentials. Free coffee in the back of the store and a WONDERFUL lunch counter type place up front!
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MOM's Organic Market
711 W 40th StOur go to store within walking distance for organic and/or local food essentials. Free coffee in the back of the store and a WONDERFUL lunch counter type place up front!
The man that runs this place is literally the sweetest guy on the planet and the wash and fold service is AMAZING and totally affordable! Don't be fooled by the shabby exterior!
Falls Road Laundry Inc
3710 Falls RdThe man that runs this place is literally the sweetest guy on the planet and the wash and fold service is AMAZING and totally affordable! Don't be fooled by the shabby exterior!
Giant Food
1020 W 41st StIt's close!
Stefan's Leather & Shoe Repair
3810 Falls RdJust in case you need it - these guys are great!
Crossfitters - drop in at this awesome box with amazing coaches and incredibly friendly and fun members! We recommend the 8am class for the most fun bunch!
Clipper City Crossfit
320 W 29th StCrossfitters - drop in at this awesome box with amazing coaches and incredibly friendly and fun members! We recommend the 8am class for the most fun bunch!
Brick Bodies
727 W 40th StAnother nearby place to workout!
There's tons of yoga in Baltimore - but this is the best! And I'm a yoga teacher, so I'm a bit picky!
YogaWorks Midtown
107 E Preston StThere's tons of yoga in Baltimore - but this is the best! And I'm a yoga teacher, so I'm a bit picky!
Ever wanted to try a dance class or suspended meditation? Check out Movement Lab while you are here and then pop downstairs to R.House for a snack!
Movement Lab
301 W 29th StEver wanted to try a dance class or suspended meditation? Check out Movement Lab while you are here and then pop downstairs to R.House for a snack!
Great workout!! They want you to drink the kool-aid but it's a super fun, hard workout!
Orangetheory Fitness
1415 Aliceanna StGreat workout!! They want you to drink the kool-aid but it's a super fun, hard workout!