Stopped here for a late dinner with some work colleagues based on the great Yelp reviews. First off, there is a great atmosphere and vibe at this restaurant. It's tucked away, but not far to get to. Its quaint and cozy with the appropriate Edgar Alan Poe flair throughout. Great drink menu with full service bar. The food was outstanding. We started with crab flatbread pizza that was excellent. I had the crab cake which was phenomenal. Most crab cakes I've ever had have the crab pureed then baked/fried. This was so much better. There were bits of crab which were very tasty and tender. The mashed potatoes it came with were equally as tasty. What a great meal! Our server Amy was outstanding. She took great care of our group. Drinks were never empty and her recommendations were spot on. Thank you! A great experience and a must if you're in Baltimore! read more

All those stars are for decor and ambiance - which I *loved*. Walking into a haunting, brooding dive with 40s music and just a really great energy was fantastic...unfortunately, the food and service was not. WHAT WE ORDERED: Mako shark - nothing special just fine, smaller portions. Bonus points for their eclectic plateware. Steak, medium rare - yuck. So overdone we actually thought it was pork. When we sent it back, the next steak was just as overdone and dry. Very disappointing - especially considered that if anyone should know "bloody," it's Poe! Service - very grudging and offput. Maybe he'd had a bad day or something. We will probably go back for the ambiance and hopefully get to taste a better side of Annabel Lee! read more

Cute place for great food in a homey atmosphere. Worth the trip from the Inner Harbor if that's where you are staying. Venture out! read more

Annabel Lee Tavern - Pubs Near Me - Baltimore, Maryland

Okay so we came here for restaurant week and inside is very cool with its Edgar Allen Poe decorations and cute tables. All of the apps were great and the salads were good for what they were. I got the mango curry and really enjoyed it. Two people in my party got the crab cake and that was fine as well. My one friend got the steak frites and it kinda looked like a joke. It was so small. Otherwise it was a good experience. Drinks were good, service was polite and attentive. Overall value was good, especially for restaurant week. read more

Annabel Lee Tavern - So small. Not steak frites, steak frite - Pubs Near Me - Baltimore, Maryland

This place offers Baltimore charm (Edgar allen poe themed), great service, yummy food (SO MANY ITEMS on the menu to choose from), and overall great experience. It's nice and cozy and the atmosphere is great. Get to know the waiters! They are very friendly, personable and open to helping you out with choosing something from the many delicious choices on the menu! We got their pork sandwich and shrimp salad sandwich. We both substituted the fries with jalapeno fries and also duck fat fries. SO SO SO GOOD. Even if you just order the fries alone, they are great. The portions are HUGE and for the quantity, the quality is definitely not lacking either. We were too full to get dessert even though we were so tempted to get something. I heard their bread pudding is to die for. And their other dessert items looked scrumptious. Haha :) I can't wait to go back! read more

Annabel Lee Tavern - Pulled pork sandwich with jalapeño fries - Pubs Near Me - Baltimore, Maryland

Haven't updated my review on Annabel Lee in a while, so I thought a recent experience warranted another affirmation on the awesomeness of this place. This time I brought my family and the in-laws here. I didn't expect Annabel Lee to be an option for reserving a spot for a party of nine on a busy Thursday night. But it happened. I called only two days prior and was graciously accommodated for. As expected, for such a large party, main entrees took a little while to come out, but appetizers and drinks came out promptly. I felt bad because one member of our party fell ill prior to dinner and had to be taken home. So for a good portion of our time at Annabel Lee, we only took up maybe six seats. Regardless, our servers were still very friendly, checked in with us every so often, packed the orders to go for the people missing from the table, and catered to the different needs we had. As previously recommended, the duck fat fries are still deliciously wonderful, but skip the jalapeno fries. The chicken and bacon nachos are also fantastic. If you feel brave, check out the heavy duty mega burger. The crab cake sandwiches are a classic, and the Annapolis chicken sandwich is pretty decent as well. I love the grilled tuna panini, and the crab imperial stuffed shrimp is one of favorites. Also, make sure to ask for the specials menu. Some of the items there are pretty darn good. read more

Fantastic! Wife had jalapeño fries and salad. I had The Annapolis. Cozy, neighborhood atmosphere.

Bottom Line: Thanks to Yelpers, I chose Annabel Lee, and I was not disappointed. I loved the food and the ambience, and the price of our meal was astoundingly affordable for the quantity, quality, and variety of the food we ordered. Food and Drink: I ordered a Resurrection beer (only $3.50, and it wasn't Happy Hour, although it made me happy), a good suggestion by the staff after I asked about a recommended local beer, and it was great. There's a large selection of bottled beer, tap beer, and Poe-themed cocktails. My friend ordered the Sepulchre, which included pear cider and something that tastes like Mike 'n Ike candy (I'm more of a beer person who doesn't know much about cocktails), and although it was sweet for my taste, it was good, and you get the whole rest of the bottle of pear cider. For an appetizer, we ordered the duck fat fries. YUM-O. They were perfectly fried, crispy on the outside and soft, but not too mushy or mealy on the inside. I didn't know duck fat could impart so much flavor (and I suspect a little bit of sugar to carmelize in the outside). I think that the flavor of the "herbes de Provence" could've come through more strongly, but honestly it wasn't a big deal since the fries were so tasty. The $8 per basket might seem like a lot to some people for fries, but it was a LOT of potatoes, and they were darn tasty. (Do you notice a theme here?) For entrees, we ordered the crab cake platter and crab/sweet corn quesadilla. One crab cake is 7 oz, as per the waiter, and it was comprised of crab chunks and minimal filler, but a lot of flavor. I'll be honest and admit that I rarely have the chance to eat crab cakes, so I'm not an expert, but I thought it was quite good. The crab cake platter came with a LOT of golden mashed potatoes, four entire spears of asparagus (usually you only get two wimpy ones, which bums me out since I love veggies), and a small salad. The bit of crab corn quesadilla I ate from my friend's plate was good. For dessert, we shared the rum bread pudding. I liked it because it had good flavor but wasn't too sweet or too strongly flavored by the rum. The whipped cream and caramel on top were good, but it's pretty hard to make those taste bad, too me. The flavor profile could've been more complex with some added spices (cardamom would've been interesting), but it was a solid dessert. Flavor profile, smlavor profile. Service, Ambience, Reservations and Parking: The staff seemed genuinely friendly and attentive without hovering. I loved the Edgar Allan Poe theme. It somehow manages to be charming and not kitschy. Although this place is undoubtedly touristy, it also feels like a place locals go. Considering the staff, vibe, and $3.50 tap beer, I'd come here to drink if I were local. It was pretty crowded, and I called around 4:30pm to make a reservation for 7pm. This is warranted, given the few tables and the cozy space. The bar was full when we arrived, but we didn't have a problem finding parking around 7pm less than a block away, although it was a Tuesday, and the street parking was full when we left around 10pm. read more

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This place has wonderful food, fabulous cocktails and a charming atmosphere with various odes to Poe. Very cool!

What a great find! Decided to check this place out and had a great time with Amy, our bartender and the food was awesome. Tried the crab cake, based on the reviews, and it is true, you don't need tartar sauce. All of the fires we had were good. Don't miss out on this place! They also have outdoor seating. read more

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I came here this past Wednesday and sat outside with my partner. We were the only party outside so quiet night - service was great. We started with the mussels and was easily the least desired dish of the night. It came with a burnt slice of garlic bread. The mussels were in a tomato based and isn't something I usually try but we gave it a shot. We also ordered the duck phat fries that came with a homemade ketchup - came out fresh and hot. My partner ordered the butternut squash risotto and she added the fried chicken with gravy. We loved it, especially the chicken but didn't have much butternut squash flavor unless you got a chunk of it. I got the crab cake a side of blue cheese coleslaw Brussels and mash potatoes. Crab cake was ALL jumbo lump! It wasn't a traditional seasoned crab cake but it was delicious. And I was surprised to find that it was only $30 which included the sides. Mash potatoes were solid, I didn't love the Brussel sprouts, they were over fried. Overall, great meal and we love this neighborhood spot. We will continue to support! read more

A small restaurant front you would miss it if you weren't looking. This restaurant is small with quaint Edgar Allen Poe decor covering the walls. The food was excellent! I got the crab cake and it had no filler with subtle hints of mustard seasoning which was something you cannot get anywhere else. Our waiter, Russell, was attentive filling our glasses and making my table laugh. I will defiantly be back :) read more

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Finally got to try this place out yesterday, and I was really excited. Interior is small, but not cramped, and the decor is pretty awesome. Overall the ambience felt welcoming and warm. 5/5. It wasn't terribly busy when I got in there, bur I'd made a reservation just to be on the safe side and our table was in a bay window outcroft. They had cool lanterns on the tables that were lit as soon as the sun went down. Our server was one of the bartenders and he was very patient and knowledgeable. We got there just at the start of the dinner jam and he quickly got busy, but other servers/bartenders jumped in to help him. I liked their teamwork and enthusiasm. 10/5. I tried a few beers and a drink titled "Masque of the Red Death", which was delicious. Prices were a bit high, but not unreasonable. 5/5. I tried the duck fat fries. Yes, they were the best thing that had happened to my mouth in a while. Yes, they deserve all the fame they've received. Well worth the calories. 100/5. I had the chicken Annapolis sandwich. Chicken was tasty, bread toasty, cheese cheesy...but...I felt kinda disappointed. It said it had crab dip on it, maybe it did, but if so it couldn't have been more than half a teaspoon. I would've preferred an aoli over non-existent crab dip, if I'd been given the choice. I get that the dip was meant more as a mayonaise type condiment than a main ingredient, but still - it could've had more. 2/5. Other than being disappointed with the sandwich, I totally loved it there and can't wait to go back and try more beers/drinks/food. read more

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I don't know why it took me so long living in Canton to actually try this place. I used to run along the water, but since the pandemic, I have been trying to find less crowded places to run and with the new route, I started running by Annabel Lee Tavern. It's on an unassuming corner with some Poe quotes around. Called in my order for pick up and it took about 20 minutes. Greeted by a very friendly woman behind the bar and my take out order had a personalized note! I ordered a seafood burrito special that they were having served with old bay fries and the crispy Brussels sprouts. My husband ordered the meatloaf and duck fat fries. The crispy Brussel sprouts were charred nicely so that it did have a crunch and drizzled in honey so there was a good balance between sweet and salty. The burrito had shrimp and scallops with a spicy mayo sauce - there were big tender pieces of seafood in every bite and the sauce added a nice touch. The fries were really crispy and flavorful. My husband really enjoyed his meatloaf and I have to admit, even though I had fries of my own, I had to steal some of his duck fat fries. They were just as crispy as the old bay fries but had a fattier umami taste with the duck fat. read more

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Annabel Lee has hearty, tasty pub food and a great Poe-themed decor, as long as you aren't the type to be unsettled by the prospect of eating dinner under the vaguely haunting gaze of a long-dead writer. I found it charming. The service is also excellent. I opted for the Annapolis chicken sandwich, topped with cheddar and crab dip, which was incredibly satisfying (and not just because it came on the tail-end of four beers). The one letdown was that my sweet potato fries, which are normally a favorite of mine, were a little soggy and seemed to have some additional glaze which made them entirely too sweet for my palate. Next time I'll go with the duck fat fries instead. The shepherd's pie was great as well. read more

Annabel Lee Tavern - Pubs Near Me - Baltimore, Maryland

Food was amazing! We had the Brussel Sprouts and Duck Fat Frites for apps which were both fantastic. Three people in our party got the Sweet Potato Risotto and one got the Vegetable Curry which were wonderful as well. This review would have been four stars if we didn't have to deal with what happened after. We split the bill 4 ways. One paid cash and the other three split the check ($36 each). Someone must have made a mistake at some point charging the cards and the next day we noticed $36 taken on and off of one of our cards, $36 charged twice to a second card and $109 charged to a third card. When someone in our party called to ask why the extra charges and the charges being taken on and off cards she was told 9/10 it resolves itself and to wait a day or two. My friend then asked, "Ok but what about the 1/10 times it doesn't resolve and why was $109 charged to a card when the person who owned the card only authorized $36 being charged to that card?" She was then abruptly told by the manager, "I don't know what else you want me to do for you?" and hung up on. Sorry a business charging unauthorized charges onto a credit card and then when questioned acting like it's your fault. No thanks we won't ever be here again and you shouldn't either. Doesn't matter how good your food is.....shady business is not ok and either is being rude when you are questioned about it. read more

We love this place! Called ahead on a Saturday night and they reserved 4 seats at the bar for us. The place settings were there when we arrived. Turkey chili, meatloaf, and burger were excellent. Wanted to love the vegan curry but it was hot (spicy) . That was the prevalent flavor. Staff was awesome and service was excellent. They even brought a birthday dessert for our daughter. Higly recommend for the food and vibe! read more

So I decided to celebrate my birthday here upon a rave review from a friend who lives nearby. I'll start with 2 drawbacks: parking is very tough, get here early because you might have to drive around a bit to find a space. Second, the entire restaurant is quite small so you need to make a reservation. I was pleasantly surprised when I got a call earlier today confirming reservation. I can't remember last time a place did that. Now, onto the food. Everyone kept raving about them so we tried both the duck fat fries AND jalapeño fries. They were both pretty amazing although I'm partial to the extra kick jalapeño fries offers. We ordered Chicken & Waffles, the Annapolis, Crab Imperial stuffed Salmon. Respective parties were all delighted with their orders. I personally ordered their Mango Vegetable Curry and it was superb! The Cous Cous was heavenly! read more

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This little joint is very unique with its Edgar Allen Poe decór. I arrived just as Baltimore Restaurant Week started. For $25, I got a lovely three course meal. To start, I chose the butternut squash bisque. It was sweet with Parmesan cheese and sour cream that balanced the sweetness perfectly. Then I chose the garden salad... the hearts of palm and kalamata olives were just so yummy. Finally, I had the petit filet with duck fat fingerling potatoes and sautéed green beans. Wow! The balsamic sauce just made the dish outstanding! The Tell Tale IPA and Resurrection beers couldn't have been any better! Not to mention, Kurt and Rob made my stay very comfortable and informed me of other places to visit in the Baltimore area. Truly a one-of-a-kind place that I would highly recommend! read more

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This is a great little spot in canton, that I definitely recommend checking out! Although this place only has a few tables for sit down, we enjoyed sitting at the bar as it was full service. The tavern has a great atmosphere and ambiance with its Edgar Allen Poe theme. Their specialty cocktails, crispy brussel sprouts seasoned with sea salt and honey, and the crab dip flatbread were among the standouts that we orde read more

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Absolutely Wonderful Experience!!! Perfectly 5 Star+ in every way!!! Am an avid Baltimore Girl Poe Fan who has been just raving to go here for over 3 years! Finally made it today & will definitely be back as soon as possible! Food was fantastic - Crab Cake sandwich was exquisite & I am a tough one to please in that department! My husband loved the duck fries & fish - I loved, loved, loved the wonderful Edgar decor - Annabel Lee definitely took me back to my days in some of the coolest pubs in Edinburgh & London... Spot On Fabulous!!! Amy & Tim - you were Absolutely Fabulous & Friendly hosts! All Around Awesome!!! read more

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Cool place with fun historical decor. My waitress was crushing it with lots of tables plus bar work. Food was good too.

Wonderful night in Baltimore being a literary nerd. The Annabel Lee Tavern is such a gem. Amy and Kurt were so kind and took great care of me. They pointed me in the direction of the vegetarian entrées, as well as several delicious Edgar Allan Poe inspired cocktails. The restaurant is decorated with original Poe inspired art work and memorabilia; Kurt, the owner and one of the folks serving, is also the artist of all of the original work. This guy has amazing talent! The night I visited, there was a live music group consisting of a violinist and an accordion. Beautiful music that really set the tone. Delicious food, yummy drinks, incredible ambiance. You really feel the love and connection with EAP shared with other kindred spirits. was so happy here and will definitely come again the next time I am in Baltimore! The highlight of my trip. read more

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My wife and I just left this place. It was nothing short of amazing. We started off with an order of the duck fat fries. They were the best fries I have ever had. And I normally don't eat potatoes. My wife ordered the crabcake, and I had the fish tacos. The flavors, freshness of the ingredients and the presentation was flawless. The place is small (intimate?), but wonderfully and tastefully decorated as a shrine to Edgar A. Poe, and his tragic poem Anabell Lee. The staff is courteous and quick to make suggestions if you are stuck on deciding which meal to try. The service time from kitchen to table is slower than chain restaurants, but you can't rush perfection. It is all worth the wait. This was our first time at Annabel Lee Tavern. I have a feeling this place will be one of your favorites. read more

Annabel Lee Tavern has a cool, friendly vibe and excellent food. Their crab cakes are legit!

While this place is clearly not hurting for reviews, I'm going to add mine simply because I cannot resist the urge to do so. Our reservation was for 7:45pm and we got there at 8:03pm, so our reservation had been given away--oops. We had to wait for 35 minutes to be seated, but that gave me the chance to really take in the ambiance. This place is TINY but that does not dissuade people from coming back. The theme of the place is awesome and even though you may not get an individual table, it's a great date night spot. There are CLEARLY plenty of regulars. Plenty of people knew the bartenders and the host. Onto the food... We started off with the Sesame Crusted Tuna. This was probably the best tuna I've ever had. The outside was charred and tasty-- amazing flavor and the inside was rare. I just wish the portion was a tad bit larger since we finished in 2.5 seconds. My dining partner had the "Annapolis" Grilled Chicken sandwich with crab dip which came with sweet potato fries. While I didn't try his sandwich, apparently there wasn't enough crab dip, but since Yelping is my thing and not his, that's about all I can say about it. The sweet potato fries were perfectly balanced with Cajun spices-- i.e. perfect! And, not greasy at all-- I had more than I had intended to. I had the Greek salad with chicken. While the dressing wasn't anything to write home about, I loved the addition of the stuffed grape leaves, and there was a hefty portion of well seasoned chicken. Maybe a lame order, but all of the vegetables were fresh, and it's what I was craving. My Black Opal Australian Shiraz wine was an A+. I could have had the entire bottle. read more

You look at this place from the outside and it looks like a hole in the wall. It's tiny inside buy they produce big meals with character and personality. Ive never had a bad meal here - meatloaf, veggie curry, and even the seafood (per my husband) is all well done. They have a big bar menu so u can get wine, IPAs, or delicious mixed drinks. The Poe themed decor is a nice touch as well. read more

The best in town. Food. Service. Ambiance. Drinks. You name it. Quaint. Intimate. Local.

Cute Poe themed spot with charming decor. Pretty small space, but I think it's worth a visit. Service was great. The bartender that served us was super friendly and attentive. The food was also surprisingly good. Get the jalapeño fries! read more

I'm so glad the staff is so nice! I almost left 10 min past my reservation time because it was so blazing hot in the bar area but the gentleman working said, wait why are you leaving here's your table and it's cooler here. He was so genuinely nice we stayed. All three people working kind of make rounds and serve everyone. It's great. They all care and they made us feel so welcome in our new neighborhood. Our drinks were always full and they checked up on us often. The food was also great. We had the duck fat fries as an appetizer. They were so crispy and flavorful, so dangerously delicious! It was a big serving for two people and we can eat a lot! I had the crab cake platter. The mash potatoes were so good. The crab cake was a alright classic MD lump crab cake. The real star tho was the kale served with it. OMG I don't know what was in in, I think applewood bacon, but I could eat a big bowl of that as a meal alone! Yum! Wonderful! My fiancé had the ribeye and he liked it a lot. It was cooked perfect medium rare. We saved room for dessert. The cookie ice cream sandwich was a big kids dream...cookie, ice cream, chocolate and whip cream. It was fun to share and also very big for two people. Oh! I tried the "Eliza" sweet tea cocktail and loved it. It was light and refreshing. Also had a martini which was great. I'll for sure come back and try more. read more

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Super fun themed restaurant with some good food and beer but pass on the cocktails. Love the decor and the names of dishes. The BBQ nachos and fries were solid pub food but the crab dip flatbread was just ok. The Poe beers were good but the cocktails were uninspired. Definitely a fun neighborhood tavern. read more

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Food: Duck Fat Fries: $8.00 Seems kind of pricey for just a bowl of fries but these are one of the best tasting fries I have ever had. These way more delicious than Brewer's Art's garlic fries and these don't make you smell funktastic. Sure the fries most likely took a few days out of my life expectancy but it was worth it. Duck fat is delicious. Decor: The place was a little cramped and dark for my tastes. Very Poe. Service: My bartender was extremely fast even though the place was pretty packed. Would I come here again? Yes, but probably when it's less busy. read more

My cousin had been bugging me for months to check out Annabel Lee Tavern with him, but he did warn me that we had to make dinner reservations at least a week in advance because their dining room is small. The first half of the restaurant is the bar area and I counted 5 tables in the back. Service was a little slow, but friendly. The decor totally makes the place. I also love the eerie dimming of the lights. The food is absolutely delicious. They offered six different specials in addition to the regular menu. They were also very accommodating about letting us swap side items. I highly recommend the ribs, barbecue bacon fries, and duck fat fries. read more

Made reservations for a group of 5 for a bachelorette night and couldn't of been more pleased! Our table was ready to go with water when we arrived. The ambiance was perfect for our Halloween Bride to be. The drinks were all Edgar Allen Poe themed (I personally had the Annabel Lee) everyone complimented the perfect pours; Not too heavy not too light. The food was so fresh tasting and priced fair. The mashed potatoes might be the best I've ever eaten and The duck fat fries were killer! Even the picky eater of our group ate their entire plate of food. Spent the hour ride home just talking about how cool the decor was, how kind and personal the staff were, and how easy they made our night. We will definitely be back again!! read more

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Atmosphere was intimate, warm, and inviting. Service excellent, food great. We got the drink " the Goldberg" which was buttery and delicious. My absolute favorite thing was the Strawberry Basil Crème Brule....a perfect end to the evening. read more

Called about 30 minutes prior to arrival and made a reservation for two, they were very friendly and accommodating on the call and when we arrived. We started with the BBQ chicken and bacon nachos and omg delicious! The portion size is huge, easily enough for 3-4 people as an appetizer. I had a special the pan seared duck with mashed potatoes and green beans. I forget the name of the sauce it was in but it may have been a walnut cranberry, it was sweet and perfectly complimented the duck. The green beans were amazingly fresh and well seasoned, the potatoes however were cold and lacked seasoning. My friend got a burger with all the fixings and duck fat fries.He did not care for the taste of the burger and ordered it medium rare and it came out somewhere along the medium well side. The duck fat fries were good, but not the best I've ever had. I had a caramel cake for dessert with fresh whipped cream, it was light, sweet, and a nice addition to the meal. Now the theme is phenomenal, Edgar Allan Poe everything from the quotes on the walls to figurines in the bathrooms. The place is very small, tables are super close together for a cozy feel. But with that coziness comes the misfortune of sitting next to a table of girls who didn't understand volume control... Service was friendly and knowledgeable, however a bit absent. I will definitely return and check out what looks to be a killer cocktail menu! read more

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The duck fat fries are one of the best things I've ever put in my mouth. I'd come back from Oregon again just for those fries. And Dana rocks! All the service was fantastic! read more

Great place for a double date! There was a mouse! Not sure how common it is in Baltimore though. Delicious duck fat fries!

I've been here a couple of times in the last two weeks and I really enjoyed the experience. They have a fun beer selection and their mixed drinks are really good as well. The Annapolis sandwich is super tasty and the duck fat fries are absolutely incredible. I also appreciate that they still had out door dining available. Overall, really fun experience. read more

This is our favorite place to go. We go there at least 4 times a month. We like everything. We like the food, we like the people, we like the environment. On Monday nights we always get their burger which is very simple but super tasty, and of course very filling. We love the staff !!! Super recommend it! read more

Annabel Lee Tavern - Monday's!! - Pubs Near Me - Baltimore, Maryland