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    Anchor Bar

    4.7 (18 reviews)
    Open 5:00 pm - 2:00 am (Next day)

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    Classy
    Happy hour specials

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    Sam C.

    I came here for drinks after seeing a post on social media. I've been to Fells hundreds of times but never came here. Parking was the typical downtown Baltimore parking situation, if you can car pool or Uber that probably would be best. Finding the bar was easier than expected. It's underneath Admiral Fell in and Duck Duck Goose. The ambiance was nice as it was decorated for the holidays. Although it's small, I was able to find a seat at the bar. To my understanding there's only one bartender there nightly. He was polite but unable to be attentive because it was so busy. I had to wait maybe 15 minutes to be acknowledged and served. The bar is known for its Old Fashions (they can be high $$ to some. Starting at $20.+ ) but I wanted to try their holiday cocktails. I was able to try one. The bartender informed us that he was not making anything that was posted online but we could get the batched one. It was a really good drink. He also made me a "Holiday Old Fashion" called the smoking chimney. That was a decent drink as well. I recommend coming here as either your first stop before heading somewhere else or your last stop before heading home.

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    Kimberly W.

    I experienced this place during an eggnog crawl and I'm so happy I found it. The space is tiny but it has bar and banquet seating. It really gives speakeasy feels. I doubt it has food, but I can't wait to come back and have a drink and listen to the stories that this father and son team spin.

    Bar area !  Fells Points only secret basement bar beneath the historic Fell Inn!

    best old fashions best martinis elderflower french 75 knot your average mule masterful manhattan amazing mojito smoked old fashion sizzling sazerac cosmic cosmopolitan mocktial mania

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    Donna P.

    I have been coming to fells a very, very long time and, of course, been familiar with The Admiral Fell Inn, but I had no clue the Anchor Bar was in the basement. After being closed for 3 years, they re-opened last August, and boy am I glad.. After descending the steps & round the corner, you are met with the smell..sights & sounds of what can only be interpreted as a Speakeasy.. Leather barstools, dark corners, and a bar lined with craft liquor.. I was greeted by the sweetest goosh darn bartender I have met in my life.. Steve has been with Anchor bar for a lot of years, and aside from making a kick butt drink, he has tales of Fells from yesteryear... I didn't partake in food.. don't think they offer any, but this experience was the BEST I have had in a very long time. The drinks were absolutely amazing..fragrant.. clean..refreshing and thoughtfully put together. It never got crowded, but it was always a steady stream of patrons all who seemed to know & be familiar with the place... Steve is amazing and makes an establishment thts already outstanding to the next LEVEL!!!

    Empty Fabulous French 75

    If cozy had a picture next to it in the dictionary, it would look like Anchor Bar. We loved heading downstairs (underground) to the bar, with its low and moody lighting, impeccably dressed and attentive bartender, excellent music selection, and delicious drinks. We didn't take photos of the before (shame on us) but the Fabulous French 75 was the best I've ever had. If you're in search of a cozy, low key, old-soul bar- come grab a drink!

    Haley S.

    What a hidden gem! Our bartender Steve really made us feel welcome and accommodated. It's a little bar beneath the Admiral Fell Inn, and while it might not look like much it sure has a big history, and STRONG drinks! Steve has so many amazing stories about celebrities he's served in this bar, along with the history of the city, and his own fascinating life. My husband and I would go again just for that alone. We were here on a Wednesday night, and got to chat with several local folks which made for a delightful evening.

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    Ed M.

    Stopped into Anchor Bar after a night out in Fells Point. What a pleasant surprise. The atmosphere is something special in this little bar. The space feels reminded us of a speakeasy. The super friendly and entertaining bartender Steven was great. We ordered a dirty martini and espresso martini and they were both delicious. Would highly recommend stopping in Anchor Bar for a drink or two if you're in the Fells Point area. Really great addition to the neighborhood. Can't wait to see what Chef Alfred has in store for 2023!

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    Favorite bar in the area. Small and cozy. The bartender made our drinks methodically with lots of attention. Did not see any food.

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    Stephen is one of the best bartenders I've ever had. its a solid hotel, but the bar downstairs is worth a visit itself.

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