Cozy neighborhood dive bar…read more My brother frequents Brannan so we went to check it out while I was visiting the area recently. My brother said he likes it because it's unpretentious and the regulars who frequent the bar are usually locals. He said it's always a good time as the people are cool and the drinks are fantastic. We actually stopped in for a midday cocktail on a Sunday afternoon. There were a few people there but not too many due to the time of day. We sat at the bar and an older gentleman took our order. My brother knew him so they chit chatted for awhile about the comings and goings of other locals. The bar is no frills for sure but I still found it warm and inviting. It had a certain charm to it that I can't really put my finger on. There are pool tables in the rear the bar and an electronic juke box. We played a couple rounds of pool while jamming to some tunes which was a lot of fun. I can't recall the name of the drinks I ordered but they were really good. They were fruity cocktails that the older gentleman mixed. He didn't skip on the alcohol either. We ordered 5 drinks total and the bill was just under $30. My brother told me that some people in the neighborhood look down on Brannan's because it's a dive bar but I had a great time. I didn't find anything wrong with it whatsoever. All the other patrons were really nice as was the bartender. The atmosphere was cozy and chill. I'd definitely visit again during a future trip.

I agree with Will. Great dive bar with the nicest of people sincerely. A microcosm of the…read morecity!!!!! Seriously diverse crowd and all cool to the bartenders!!!! I had a quick welcome from several people and could have stayed all night talking. Has pool tables, juke box, and regular American drafts. No craft beer here :( but that makes it a dive and not a hipster bar. Great job Brannans!

I stopped in as a goof due to its name and I felt like I stepped into a Time Machine. This reminded…read moreme of an old bar in the seventies where the air was thick with smoke, so thick you could cut it with a knife. The barmaid was about as nice as you can expect in a dive bar "what can I get you hon?" In a gravelly voice tinged with a hint of old bay. When in Rome...I requested an Ice Cold Natty Boh. "That's the only way they come hon" And so they do hon, so they do!!!

C'Mon C'Mon get the giggles out.... I'll wait…read more.... Now, I have to rate this place at least 4 stars for name alone! Any place willing to subject itself to so many jokes has my respect and my business any day of the week! The food and drinks are what you come to expect from a dive bar. Dick's has daily drink and food specials for Lunch and DInner and a great ladies night and live music on a regular basis. I used to live in White Marsh and this place was the perfect getaway from the typical Fridays, Della Roses on the Avenue, Red Brick Station crowd if you wanted someplace that was more fun then should be legal on a week night and made you feel like Norm when you sat down!

Great spot. Enjoy live music with affordable prices on food and drinks…read more Real Parkville Tavern with an onsite supervision by the always friendly staff and the owner/manager .

We were there to listen to The Shrapnel's. There was a pretty good size crowd to listen to the…read moreband. The acoustics aren't quite good enough as it was very loud. We ordered glasses of wine and the pour was very generous! We had the edamame as an appetizer and they were very good. We each ordered a quesadilla. Mine was shrimp and my wife had the vegetable. They were both tasty!

Two of us stopped in here last night in our quest to visit all of the dive bars in Parkville on…read moreHarford Road. There is very little parking behind Emerald Tavern. We ended up parking in the neighborhood across the street. There is a busy Happy Hour going on around 5:30 which is great. The Emerald Tavern has a bit of Irish-ness about it with a few Brit food options on the menu like fish and chips and shepherd's pie. We sat at the bar and were pleased to find a beer menu! The beer selection was varied and included some local options. They also have a wide selection of beer on tap and in bottles and cans. I was not expecting that. The food menu was also much larger than I would have expected. They have just about everything here. I had the chicken quesadilla (it came with salsa and sour cream) and my husband had the cheesesteak special which was only $6! All of the prices on the menu were very reasonable. We also had the pretzel bite which were good if not a little greasy. The quesadilla and cheesesteak were really good! Service at the bar was fast and friendly. They have live music here on the weekends but we left long before the band started setting up because we are old.

This is my neighborhood bar. I love this place!!!! Certain bartenders and the customers!!! Me and…read moremy husband tip well but it seems that whenever we come in during the weekdays before 5p automatic gratuity gets added to our check. Let's have a real conversation (Carlos King- if you know, you know) I understand there is a stigma about black people and how they tip. But in this case you should learn your regulars and understand that we tip more than that little 20% you add to our check. Stop JUDGING YOUR PATRONS!!! We are NOT all the same. It's offensive. We don't want to have to find somewhere else to patron bc you refuse to see beyond the color of our skin. Sincerely, The friendly black couple

Good old beer and shot ,dive bar. Patrons are friendly and…read morethe food is reasonable. Not a large selection but the specials are listed on a board at the bar. Parking and entrance is in the rear. Local hangout. Don't go if you are expecting the Ritz.

Great neighborhood bar !! Monday night is Wing night 50cent each. Tues night is $3 Burger night eat…read morein only. Weds night during season is Crab night steamed on site $2 and up depending on size, eat in and carry out available. Great live music, great crowd, all around fun place.

I gave this place another shot and I'm so glad I did. I had the best time singing karaoke and…read moremeeting the regulars. The bartender was super nice and knowledgeable. The loaded tots were so good!!!! As were the mozzarella moons and the marinara sauce.

Just can't say I've been at a better 'lil place. Don't need to drink. Food is good. Prices fair…read more Louie and the crew take good care of you. And the entertainment.....just imagine a house full of semi-inebreated folks thinking they can sing karaoke.....don't get me wrong, some can and that is entertaining, but the ones that can't, now that's sheer entertainment, really. Come on out!!!!!

Nice neighborhood gay bar in the middle of nowhere. I've been there several times and always have…read moreenjoyed the entertainment.

I didn't even really want to review this bar but I do want to give flowers when they are due…read more The bar is so nice Larry is awesome and friendly, they let you bring your own snacks, and the drink prices are right where they need to be (not sky high) Add to the fact they have the bestest Karaoke night in town this place hits all the notes. Now its small but that means by the end of the night everyone is your friend and you are all having a great time

Big Bad Wolf has consistently had the best bbq ribs in the Baltimore-Washington area for years…read more This is primarily a take out place (though there are a few barstools and a single picnic table outside). We like to call in our order and then drive over to pick it up. The sides are single servings, but not tiny and could be shared in a pinch. And a pinch is what many of us are experiencing now. So think carefully when deciding how many and what size side to order. My one quibble is that, as costs are increasing for everyone, the quality has gone down a little. As in, the ribs were slightly more fatty than they used to be, and the meat portion a little smaller. But still, the flavor can't be beat, and if its ribs I'm wanting, this is where I will go time and again.

The bbq chicken sandwiches are ginormous and cooked to perfection. I don't eat red meat or pork,…read moreand I don't feel like I'm missing out one bit at this BBQ place. Calling ahead is a good move for this take out spot, but even ordering onsite doesn't take an abnormally long time. Definitely recommend!

Delicious crab cake and friendly service…read more Visited Koco's for the famous crab cake and definitely worth it. Staff are friendly.

Koco's pub came on a strong recommendation for some friends; so I was excited to check them out on…read morea Friday evening. The bar is very vibrant and full of energy and color; they definitely nailed the aesthetic of walking into a beach front bar. Outside of the color and decor, I'd consider this a pretty 'no frills' bar. Definitely not a dive - but a very casual, come as you are kind of spot. Disclaimer: I'm not a fan of crab, so I didn't try their famous crabcakes. I had a few other dishes including their fried fish platter, jerk wings, and honey old bay wings. All the food was solid, not amazing, but good. My dad and brother both really enjoyed their crabcake entrees - so that's what you should be ordering if you pay Koco's a visit. Our server was really great; she was friendly, welcoming, attentive, and fast. She even told us the story of how the bar took on the name 'Koco's'; got to love little connection moments like that. As a con, the kitchen did close at 9ish that Friday so definitely plan to get here on the earlier side if you're looking for a meal. The bar did stay open later than 9p, but most guests and the staff cleaning crew were shutting things down around then. I think it would have felt a little awkward to stay past 9ish. Overall I had a good experience; I'd gladly go back if invited but wouldn't plan a trip here myself. Pro tip: Make a reservation ahead of time, especially on weekends. They are well known for those crabcakes and it can get pretty crowded.

Decided to try something new on a Saturday evening. I could tell it was gonna be good by the amount…read moreof people there. The drinks were strong and the service was good, especially considering how busy it was. I got a buffalo chicken wrap and my date got a cheesesteak. The fries were sooooo good. Like boardwalk fries. The cheesesteak was great too, I had a few bites of it. The buffalo chicken wrap was pretty good. I think it needed more ranch but otherwise it was alright. And the prices are super reasonable. Overall a nice time and I'd definitely go back.

In our continuing adventure to visit all the dive bars on Harford Road, we visited Freddie's Sports…read moreBar and Grill last Friday. We sat at the end of the bar and had to wait a few minutes to order. They don't have a beer menu, so you will have to eyeball the drafts as you come into the bar. The music was loud old-skool hip hop, which I love. There was also some great R&B. They have two pool tables constantly occupied by players who had brought their own queues. It was fun to watch. I ordered the chicken quesadilla, the husband ordered wings and french fries. The chicken quesadilla was delicious, served with salsa and sour cream. The wings were a little dry but the fries were great. I was going to give Freddie's 4 stars until I woke up the next morning and saw the 18% gratuity charged to my bill. I had not seen it and had tipped 20% so my server got a large unintended tip. I will not be coming back to Freddie's but at least now I know how they roll.