Came on a Thursday night so the place was pretty empty - only two other groups. Very chill vibe and was able to enjoy a nice relaxing dinner. The waiters and waitresses were super friendly and just felt good to be around and talk to. I hear the place is packed on the weekends though, which isn't surprising given the size of the pub and the... DUCK. FAT. FRIES. We also got the meatloaf, buffalo mushrooms, and pierogies. The other dishes were okay, but the duck. fat. fries. So good. They're tossed in duck fat and seasoned perfectly. Crispy on the outside and soft and flavorful on the inside. I would come again for the duck fat fries, and apparently the Brussels sprouts are good too! I'll have to see! read more

Annabel Lee Tavern - Pubs Near Me - Baltimore, Maryland

One of the best not-so-secret gastro pubs in Bmore. The setting and theme are unique, with Edgar Allen Poe menus, coasters, menu items, etc. The venue is small and virtually always packed during prime hours, but you'll get a seat. Inside there are several seats at the bar as well as a number of small tables both inside and outside. Service has been excellent both times I've been here. Be sure to check-in to Yelp because you'll get half-off your first drink. DUCK FAT FRIES: these are beyond the best. Despite fierce competition from all the other well known duck fat fries establishments (brewer's, salt, city cafe, alewife, etc.......) these are a notch above them all. The flavor and crispy texture all the way through is unmatched. They stay delicious throughout the meal. I was most impressed by how well they stayed crispy til the very end of the meal despite being in close proximity to various sauces. STEAK: I came on a night where one of the special was a 14oz NY strip with fries for $16. RIDICULOUsly amazing. The steak was cooked to perfection, medium rare. Great flavor, juicy, right amount of char on the outside. Overall: if you truly want to try the BEST duck fat fries, or best fries of any kind for that matter, run now to Annabel's, but make sure it's open first. read more

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Three words: Duck Fat Fries. They are soooo good and addicting. If you get anything at all at Annabel Lee get the duck fat fries. The bar is very small and quaint and the decorations are a tribute to Edgar Allen Poe. My only slightly negative experience is when we first got there-- BF and I walked in and it was relatively uncrowded and we were talking to each other about whether we should sit at the bar or at a table. The bartender asked if we had a reservation and when I said no, he dismissively said "Bar." It's fine if they couldn't give us a table but he could have said "hey all our tables are reserved tonight but you can sit at the bar" or something along those lines. Later in the night when another couple walked in I heard a different bartender ask if the couple wanted to sit at the bar or at a table so at least they got a choice (there were empty tables throughout the night) The bartender was very nice throughout the rest of the meal it just wasn't a good start to our meal-- goes to show how even those small interactions can effect the mood of an experience. On to the food- I got the chicken salad sandwich and BF got a burger. We got buffalo mushrooms to start and they were so buffalo-ey. It was a little too much for me but what can you expect when you order buffalo mushrooms :P Everything was very tasty! I would come back again because I love their fries and the food is awesome. read more

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While visiting Baltimore we made reservations for Annabel Lee's Tavern. I'm not a huge Poe fan, my friend is, but the Poe themed decor was pretty cool. The Tavern in in the Canton neighborhood. Since we were visiting without a car it was a bit of a hike to get here. Basically if you do not have a car you have two options. 1. cab 2. Be adventurous and take the green line bus (which is free). Its about a mile walk through the neighborhood from the bus stop. The tavern is very small, if you want a table you need to make reservations. They do have outdoor seating when it is nice out. We really enjoyed everything we had. The portions were manageable too, which when you do not have any where to put left overs, was appreciated. I had the Annabel Lee martini which was refreshing (and thanks Yelp for the 1/2 off your first drink). The service was excellent. When I asked for a recommendation the waiter actually knew how to respond (and did not list half of the menu). read more

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Everything was top notch. From the food to the service to the atmosphere! An amazing place to sit, have a drink, and a good time. Highly recommended! read more

Ladyfriend and I grabbed dinner Saturday, no reservation, but able to get seats at the bar. Staff friendly. Edgar Allen Poe-centric decor nifty. Food -- tuna panini and jalapeño fries, $19, chicken salad sandwich and fries, $18 - was good. Definitely one of those 'if I was in the area and wanted a bite to eat I'd return' places. read more

8/10 for Jumbo Lump Crab Cake Sandwich with Duck Fat Fries, yum! Came in around 6pm on a Saturday & was seated right away. I asked a local where I could get the BEST crab cakes & he told me about this place. First off, I thought the staff were all very warm and sweet. I almost felt like I was in someone's home. They were attentive, always asked if I needed anything, & refilled my water OFTEN haha. Jumbo Lump Crab Cake Sandwich ($18.50 + $2 upgrade for Duck Fat Fries) The sandwich had a hearty serving of crab cake, as seen in the picture, & it did not disappoint! It was perfectly seasoned with a generous serving of crab, no fillers! I recommend eating this with the brown mustard (they carry both yellow & brown). Though flavorful, it would have been nice with a sauce, however I can see why they don't serve it with sauce as it would overtake the taste of the crab. The duck fat fries were very salty, oily, and indulgent, but definitely crispy & delicious. I really liked the cole slaw as well, which was on the sweeter side & had a bit of apple taste in it, as well. Highly recommend this for your crab cake fix! read more

Annabel Lee Tavern - Pubs Near Me - Baltimore, Maryland

Delicious food, great service and friendly vibe. Interesting cocktails and good beer list.

Beautiful bar and really excellent food. Love the vibe and decor. Be sure to have dessert!

This is a nice little spot in a mainly residential neighborhood! It was decorated quite cutely for Christmas when I went in. Our waitress (can't remember her name) was so sweet and had amazing service. We started with the Mac n cheese, and then I got a chicken sandwich, and my boyfriend got the boar sliders which was a special. That Mac n cheese was amazing. I can never pass up Mac n cheese whenever I see it on the menu, and this one is definitely one of my favorites I've ever ordered in a restaurant. The sandwich I ordered was decent. I didn't think it was anything spectacular, and the bread was so toasted and hard and definitely cut up my mouth a little. The sliders my bf ordered were also good but nothing to write home about. The fries we got, though, were so good. I got the jalapeño fries and he got the duck fat. We both preferred the jalapeño fries, but they were both delicious. The fries were incredibly crispy and hot and were just perfect. There were no soggy fries in sight. TLDR; will 100% be back for Mac n cheese and fries read more

Really cute place and great drinks. Also very cheap for a bar in canton. Will be going again!

Super corner neighborhood spot with outdoor seating area. Cool interior decor vibing on Edgar Allen Poe. Interesting menu. Not really an option for vegans or vegetarians though. All of their fried foods are cooked in the same fryer as meat!! The buffalo mushrooms and jalapeño fries we had our hearts set on were a no go. Beer was good. Raven Brew the 1940"s styled music was also a nice . Our waitress was a sweetheart. read more

Annabel Lee Tavern - Wine and. Cocktail list - Pubs Near Me - Baltimore, Maryland

This place was wonderful! The food was such an unexpected delight. Highly recommend the buffalo mushrooms. Order them as soon as you sit down. Don't even look at the menu, just order them and you'll have them as thinkin' snacks while you decide what else you want. We had two toddlers at the table and the staff was so incredibly accommodating. Booster seats, helpful extra hands to keep dishes and glassware away from grabby hands. Again, an unexpected delight. This place is an example of true hospitality and we'll definitely be back! read more

I've been coming here for a long time, and it keeps getting better every time. I honestly can't remember every dish I've ever had here in detail but I do remember that every dish has been amazing. Tonight I started with a sidecar cocktail made by Krismis; the new bartender (hey management: hold on to her!). It was phenomenal and the hand pressed lemon juice was a great touch. My appetizers were a Caesar salad and the crispy Brussel sprouts finished with honey. The salad was very well prepared but the Brussel sprouts were a revelation! For my entree I had 'The Annapolis'. The bread was perfect, as was the crab dip and cheddar crust. The chicken was unfortunately not a single breast but rather two chicken tenderloins... which made the sandwich harder to eat and the chicken a bit on the dry side. The sweet potato fries were amazing as usual. Overall another great meal. I will obviously be back again. If you haven't eaten here yet, then you need to do so ASAP. If you have eaten here, then you need to get back ASAP! read more

Very cool atmosphere! I came here with some friends for a happy hour that their apartment building hosted. We got free drink tickets but the vouchers only applied for certain drinks. Their house wine was pretty terrible, but the crab cakes were great. Duck fat fries were so salty that I couldn't have more than one. The inside of the tavern is Edgar Allen Poe overload but not in a bad way. They had quotes from his poem Annabelle Lee strung across every open space and while the decor was very festive and theme appropriate, it did make the entire bar seem very cramped. read more

Annabel Lee Tavern - Pubs Near Me - Baltimore, Maryland

The boy decided to come here for dinner on a whim. Street parking was plentiful in the surrounding area. Even though it was a Monday night, the place was comfortably crowded. We easily snagged a table for 2. I ordered the chicken salad sandwich that came with sweet potato fries and the best bleu cheese coleslaw (if you're a bleu cheese fan like I am). The boy got the Monday night burger special and said it was really good (and he's a picky eater when we go out). The two bartenders working were extremely attentive to all patrons and even refilled my water about 4 times (I'm thirsty, but in the good way). Two bleu cheese thumbs up. read more

Loved this place, especially the vibes inside. Had one of the pasta specials and it was perfect. Drinks were excellent and I definitely be back soon! read more

We found this place when we came to visit before officially deciding to move to Baltimore. It's small and cozy, some of the chairs aren't the most comfortable in the world, but the food is wonderful, that staff is great, and the date night deal is ridiculously good! read more

Duck. Fat. Fries. That's really the only think you need to know. Annabel Lee Tavern is a cozy restaurant good for a small group. A tribute to Edgar Allen Poe's last poem, Annabel Lee, the tavern checked all the boxes for me. The service was excellent and the crab cakes were HUGE with very little filler. Prices are moderate, but if you go on a Wednesday it's $5 off crab cakes! read more

A group of us came here based on positive reviews we had read/heard and my affinity for Poe. The ambiance was great, somewhere between a classic pub and a more casual restaurant, with great decorations honoring Poe. Along with the ambiance, the food was also excellent. We ordered the jalapeno fries to start, which were perfectly cooked with a great proportion of toppings. I then had the Buffalo Mushroom Wrap, which was interesting in terms of the baked cheese and buffalo sauce that were included on top. The actual Mushrooms were great and I enjoyed the unique spin on a dish that could've been somewhat basic at a different establishment. Overall, we received amazing service from the bartender (who was also our server) and truly enjoyed the overall experience. We will be returning! P.S.- There is a great craft beer selection as well. read more

Came here for Baltimore restaurant week 2022 and left disappointed. First, the highlights: mussels were cooked just right, mac and cheese was flavorful, the candied bacon in the wedge salad was also delicious, and the duck fries were great. Unfortunately, the short rib was very salty, ribeye steak was chewy, and the celeriac "frite" was confusing. The presentation of the ribeye dish was unappetizing (just brown "frite" on top of brown meat covered with brown goop). Lastly, the service was EXTREMELY slow. We waited about 20-30 minutes between each course. We asked for a water refill but never got any water. The server was kind to offer a free drink upon hearing this, but at that point we had already been waiting so long and wanted to leave. read more

Cozy little place with great food and ambiance. I've been several times and have never been disappointed.

The food is sooooooo good! Will be going back! I ordered pick up the food was delicious, hot and tasty. Great vegetarian options! read more

Annabel Lee Tavern - Crispy Brussell Sprouts, Mango Vegetable Curry - Pubs Near Me - Baltimore, Maryland

Amazing service. The fries are amazing!! Everything myself and my friends got to eat was killer! Recommend the lobster sandwich and the melt. read more

Excellent service! Food was great as always! Our server worked with me to create my drink exactly as I wanted and was very accommodating when my daughters younger palate didn't like our appetizer. The food here is great, the atmosphere is fun and it's a Baltimore must for anyone who is a true lover of Edgar Allen Poe. I'll be coming back again soon..hopefully with more adult company in tow..not a place I recommend for children, even teens with sophisticated palates may be challenged. But for grown ups...ROCK ON! read more

Went for dinner last nite with some people. We didn't have reservations and had to wait about 45 minutes but enjoyed yummy cocktails while we waited. The lady behind the bar was amazing! She was so nice and all over helping everyone out. The place is small and it got crowded but it was a fun funky place honoring Edgar Alan Poe. We had the crab cakes and coffee rubbed steak. Both were outstanding. read more

We have not been in Baltimore before so we looked up recommended eateries. My daughter found Annabel Lee Tavern. It has charm and ambiance. It is a unique restaurant for sure. All of the staff is friendly and welcoming. The food is delicious and we thoroughly e joyed our dinner. I had the crab cake platter and my daughter had the kids cheese flatbread. My dinner was amazing and my daughter enjoyed the flatbread. We especially enjoyed the chipwich dessert! Very yummy! It had two fresh baked cookies with ice cream and toppings. We highly recommend having a meal here! read more

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I love this place and it would be my regular hang if I lived nearby. The food, the cocktails, the atmosphere, every time I stop in I am happy. And Yelpers get half off their first drink at check in! On our most recent visit, my brother and I shared some grilled calamari and finished with the chocolate pate. Amazing on all counts, we could not stop raving about the food. The menu changes frequently and they take great pride in their creations. If you haven't stopped in yet, give them a try. And it doesn't hurt if you love EAP either. read more

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We truly enjoyed our visit to the Annabel Lee Tavern. We started with the duck fat fries which were delicious. For our entrees, I had the crab cakes and my husband had the meatloaf. The food was high quality and prepared like it was made with great care. We made a reservation, but were seated immediately even though we were 30 minutes early. Service was top notch. We will definitely be back. Thanks for such a great meal! read more

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Where to begin! What an ambiance! This place is always packed and for good reason! The food is downright scrumptious! I had the crab cake (of course few Baltimore crab cakes disappoint). My friend has the duck fries which were phenomenal as well as the brie from the appetizer menu. Also, we had some drinks. The Edgar which is an absinthe beverage with a candy sugar stick. The flavor was phenomenal. The stick of candy perfectly complimented the absinthe. The Edgar pate was our dessert and my goodness! What a tasty light chocolatey dessert to dive into after such a marvelous meal. Highly recommend! read more

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I'm in Baltimore with my son who has special needs. The staff couldn't be nicer. Excellent food and service. read more

Annabel Lee Tavern - OMG....the brussel sprouts are incredible! - Pubs Near Me - Baltimore, Maryland

Upon arrival I gave my reservation name and was told there was no such reservation after him sifting through a stack of crumpled papers for a while. He further stated he'd been answering the phone all night and did not recall speaking to me which I found somewhat argumentative :/ He found my reservation name but stated he had to release our table as we were running late but then emphasized that they were on a really long wait and we probably wouldn't be seated for an hour..... tables were available 5 minutes later and we were seated in 5 minutes. People who came in after us were all also immediately seated which I found odd in light of the hour wait time disclaimer. We opted for bar seating even though we were also offered table seating, I thought the bar area looked more spacey. Service was slow and the Raven signature cocktail was kind of watered down despite being described to have a number of vodkas in it. Did I mention service was slow??? We enjoyed the steamed mussels appetizer quite a bit while the famous duck fat fries would have likely been better if they had come out hot. My crab cake sandwich was also not hot while tasty nonetheless. The fish tacos were fresh and delicious and honestly the only memorable part of our meal. I don't like having had such a long wait for food and service with my food not coming out hot and fresh. read more

Is this place closed on Sundays?? Can anyone confirm? I drove up from DC the Sunday after Thanksgiving around 5PM with excited gf and gf's sister in tow to find the door locked and [presumably] no one inside. ALT, why must you deny me my Resurrection on Sundays? (you see what I did there?) read more

In Canton, I've heard plenty of good things about Annabel Lee Tavern. It's got a nice Edgar Allen Poe vibe and in the same week I received two recommendations to try it there (in addition to the countless recommendations I've heard in the past.) My friend Laura has also been dying to try Annabel Lee Tavern so we made a plan to grab dinner on a Friday evening. Fortunately we were able to grab a seat at the bar even though the place was packed. Tip, call ahead and make a reservation! After looking over the menu, we decided to split a few things. First was the Duck Fat Fries. We had both heard plenty of good things about them and they did not disappoint. The portion was HUGE and they were spiced/seasoned well. They're also probably one of the most suggested items on the menu. Next, we decided to try an order of the Crispy Brussels Sprouts. The brussels sprouts had a honey herb drizzle and were delicious. They weren't over-fried and greasy, also the honey herb drizzle was nice and light and provided a nice sweetness to the vegetable. Lastly, we decided to share the BBQ Chicken and Applewood Smoked Bacon Nachos. Now this dish was ridiculous and one of the best things I've eaten in a while. For starters, this portion was massive, I took home leftovers and had it for another meal and a half. Second, there was a ton of melty cheese covering all of the chips and the BBQ chicken was well marinated and added a nice flavor. And then how could anyone go wrong with bacon. If you're at Annabel Lee Tavern, do yourself a favor and order the nachos. If you're in the mood for something in Canton, try Annabel Lee Tavern. You won't be disappointed. read more

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Our waiter was either high or drunk or both.. Forgot to put our orders in, we got one appetizer and our drinks but waited an eternity for our entrees, we hadn't seen our waiter in like almost a half an hour and after 40 minutes we pulled another waiter aside to ask him where our food was.. They needed our table for a reservation coming in so they offered to pack our food up and send us on our way.. We had such high expectations for this place after doing a little Edgar Allen Poe tour on Baltimore and reading the reviews. All in all, avoid this place at all costs. It's not worth the wait or the shitty service. And after all was said and done, we got back to the car to eat our food and they didn't even put any utensils or napkins in there for us to even be able to eat, what a joke! read more

The duck fat fries and stuffed rockfish were amazing! Gourmet food at a Poe themed bar! Our server was so sweet and accommodating. I love the outside patio at night with the mini white lights. I'll be back! :) read more

This was recommended by a friend, and I'm so glad we went. The servers were so nice and accommodating! The food was excellent, as well as the beverages! Omg tho.....the.fries. get you some. Get all of them. And don't share! JOEY DOESNT SHARE FOOD!!! .... needless to say I'll be back! read more

Annabel Lee Tavern was a great choice for a chill weekend evening with friends! We had heard rave reviews of their duck fat fries and definitely weren't disappointed! The nachos as an appetizer hit the spot and I'd highly recommend them with the BBQ chicken topping. I had their Crispy Dijon special which I thought was cooked perfectly and paired well with chunky mashed potatoes and fresh baby spinach. My friends got the Lenore burger (cheeseburger) and the portobello burger, which were also pretty tasty! The jalapeno fries were a little on the spicy side, so buyer beware! I thought the service was a bit slow, it took a while for our food to get to our table after appetizers. Otherwise, our waiter was very nice and attentive. All in all, I thought this was a wonderful place to check out that was slightly off the beaten path. I'd definitely recommend it and I'll be back! read more

Celebrating the bicentennial of poet Edgar Allen Poe I attended this tavern after the funeral of Sir Edgar Allen Poe (a most perfect melancholic event 200 years after the fact). It has everything one can expect from a restaurant inspired by Poe. Dead Roses, black cats, poem inscriptions, and ravens on lampshades. (For the record there were no pits or women buried in the walls..this is a good thing) Welcoming and inviting, the decor and ambiance is charming without being pretentious. You can wax poetic about the literary importance of Poe or how the soprano at his bicentennial event may have missed a few important notes. The staff was very friendly and accommodating. Even though I went to the tavern by myself I enjoyed great conversation at the bar. Great selection of wine and spirits (You must try the Raven cocktail) and the menu was affordable. Unfortunately there was no raven pie but I settled for the BLT and duck fries. Obstructing my diet for pork and duck fat was indeed worth it! In addition everyone around me seemed to be very pleased with their selection. Until something better comes along this is my favorite tavern in Baltimore. Perhaps I'm on a Poe induced high but I give this place 5 stars. I plan to attend this tavern evermore...EVERMORE! (you should have saw that one coming) read more

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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