I finally got a chance to check out this brewery and I am glad I did. Housed in the former St…read more Michael's Church, Ministry Brewing is really nice collective of beer, food and ambience. And I love that they give back to the community in areas such as education, community and philanthropy. Stopped in this past Saturday with a bunch of my gym friends. I love that their tap list offers a little bit of everything for everyone, from classic lagers and IPA to house ciders. I am a Pilsner girl, so their Pilsner was my fave. I love that they do weekly events such as Trivia and open mic nights to name a few as well as host a few several food trucks out back. Oh and this is the spot where they have that really nice flea market as well. You have to check their Instagram page to see which food trucks will be serving food. Saturday they had empanadas from Aru Aru, which were very yummy and made fresh to order. Best spot if you are a beer connoisseur, great place for happy hours and is accommodating for large parties. Plus you bring your own cards and board games to play as well. I will so definitely return.

Two of us came here to start the weekend early, about 4:15pm on a Friday. There is no parking lot…read morefor this location. We found street parking not too far away. The old church and architecture is so warm and inviting-- it was still decorated and lit for Christmas so it felt extra festive. It WAS weird to see the brew tanks at the front of the old church, where the altar would have been. But it also places the beer on the altar of our Friday night so I was OK with that. I had an American Pale Ale, the husband had a Kolsch. My beer was exceptional and delicious. My husband said the kolsch was OK. They also have a cute space with books and board games! As well as a cool merchandise wall with excellent cool t-shirts. I had to restrain myself. There is no kitchen or food served here. Order at the bar and sit where you want, there are plenty of tables and a lot of elbow space. The folks at the bar are Super Nice and you should tip them well. They told me there is usually a food truck that shows up at an undisclosed time in the evening. We did order some fantastic pretzels (w/ smoked gouda) and waited some more but ultimately had to go find a meal elsewhere. We will be back, perhaps in warmer weather to wait out the food truck and have more beer. Also, we were there for happy hour so our beers were $5! Thank you to all of the kind people at The Ministry of Brewing! We will be back.

What a fun brewery!…read more My brother had a birthday gathering here this year - we were able to comfortably seat a group of 15-20 people in the outdoor picnic section area. Highly recommend this spot for groups looking for a place to gather and socialize. The space is deceivingly large; there are multiple indoor spaces all within a quick stride from a long bar with dozens of beer taps. The outdoor space is even larger than what's available indoors; their vast street level patio/deck space is full of picnic tables and benches that are perfect for larger groups when the weather is nice. And yes, their outdoor patio is pet friendly. While the brewery itself doesn't serve food, there was a food truck (that looked to be there quite often) set up in the outdoor area that had several good options. I had their burger and fries which was exactly what I needed after an afternoon of brews. The beer itself was tasty; I had several of their hazy IPA's which I've grown to enjoy. They also offer a very solid selection of N/A beer options; some of the folks in our group enjoyed them and gave them great reviews. I didn't get a chance to check out the arcade portion of the brewery, but yes, this is a barcade as well. If you're looking for an inclusive, energetic brewery to check out, definitely keep Peabody on your list.

If you're an Orioles fan, this former stadium turned into a bar is amazing…read more I really had a great time. It's a Barcade, and again, if you're a Baltimore Orioles fan, this is definitely a destination to check out. It's very inclusive, and if you're part of the LGBTQ community or a person of color, it feels like a safe space. It's a great venue with a wide open area, and when they're hosting special events, I definitely recommend going. Overall, it's a great spot. Customer service was great and again if you are a fan, there's always someone in there that could talk sports or video games with you.

A great open space with amble seating options-hightop, table or barstools…read more Screens everywhere to watch any sport/activity. Had multiple servers helping us, so taken care of. The breakfast burger was delicious and they accommodated my dietary changes (no hollandaise sauce). Bloody Marys hit the spot on a lazy Sunday morning. And a huge plus for us coming from Colorado-easy curbside parking!

Guilford Hall: Profs & Pints…read more I went to the Profs & Pints event that's hosted at Guilford Hall. So this is a 2 in 1 review. Food: Black Garlic Truffle fries: really great balanced flavors. My only complaint is the fries could've been a little crispier but that could be due to the long line of orders, it may have been waiting under the lamps because the kitchen is filling orders for both upstairs and downstairs. The truffle sauce was like an earthy, Smokey bbq sauce. I really enjoyed the flavor. Reuben Eggrolls - BOMB! So juicy, perfectly fried. I tried it with and without the house mustard sauce. It's good on its own but the mustard sauce kicks it up a notch. I've seen so many versions of cheesesteak Eggrolls, crab egg rolls, etc it's done to death in my opinion. But a REUBEN EGGROLL ?? amazing, that's the innovative thinking I like to see. And if you don't like grilled Reuben's .... Grow up House salad: I added grilled shrimp and the house creamy ceaser dressing. The shrimp was grilled perfectly, great flavors, not too salty or over seasoned. Just right. The dressing was a solid Caesar dressing and same for the salad itself. A solid house salad. I love the new menu design, so much more elevated and well thought out. If you're not a beer drinker or don't know a lot about beers, the menu provides you with recommended beer pairings for each item. They also have a new chef. I loved the old chef, I had so many personal faves on the menu so I was a little bit hesitant. But I'm intrigued about some of the new items they've added to the menu. And although I've only tried a few things tonight, I'd say so far so good. I'll be back. Ambiance: Guilford Hall is honestly a hidden gem. The venue and architecture is gorgeous. You have the main restaurant downstairs and the event space upstairs. They host so many different events as well so I would recommend checking out their events page. Service: I'd they the service was the only gripe I had. And I don't mean the servers themselves, They're great and work very hard. My gripe is with the lack of adequate staffing for the event. They only had two servers taking orders for a very full event. So unfortunately it took a long time to get your order taken. You can order at the bar but the bartenders always insist that you order at the table, which again can take forever, so people go to the bar ...... lol it's a losing game. So I'd say get there at the very beginning before the venue fills up and get your food order in or don't go on an empty stomach like I did Now for the event itself. If you've never been to profs & pints I highly recommend. There's so many interesting topics to choose from. Speaker: Dr. Todd B. Kashdan Topic: The Science of Curiosity He was a very personable and engaging, and had great delivery with the perfect balance of insight and humor. He incorporated break out sessions to encourage the audience to interact with the people at their tables. It's open seating so great for connecting with strangers. I loved his perspective. He had great presence and took a relaxed/humble yet confident approach to public speaking. A key take away for me is to remember to turn your curiosity inward without judgement. Like what would you if no one was watching and you weren't thinking about what other people think. Your initial impressions of people are often wrong and you close the door too quickly. Assuming perspective instead of getting someone's perspective because you're seeing this as a representation of one monolithic idea as opposed to understanding who they actually are. This was in relation to a question someone asked about Race and who defines what is vs what things could actually be. And how when we have more of these conversations instead of avoiding them that leads to a more open world with less isms, bullying, prejudice, etc. All in all a great night. I highly recommend.

Checked out Checkerspot Brewery while I was back in Baltimore for the weekend doing a little…read morebrewery hopping. This place was popping. Good crowd, nice atmosphere, and just an all-around good vibe. The inside is really spacious, which I liked, and the bartenders were attentive and made sure we always had a full beer. I had the Bird is the Word, their honey kolsch, and it was excellent. Really smooth, refreshing, and one of those beers I'd definitely order again. If I lived in Baltimore, this would easily be one of my go-to spots. I'm definitely going back next time I'm in town.

What a great brewery!! I loved them in their previous space so I knew I'd love them here. They have…read morea good variety of beers and are always willing to give you a taste or small pours so you can discover your new favorite beer. The best part about this location is the space!! There is so much space. I went one weekend for a private event in the upstairs area but there was still a market being held downstairs, a performer and still open space for people to just wander in and not feel over crowded! They found a gem when they found this location.

Went on a Tuesday and it was great. Chill staff, delicious food, great drinks and they played my…read morefavorite music

Popped into Nepenthe last night for the first time in a long time and I was reminded that I need to…read morecome here more often! It was close to closing but we were able to snag a bar seat and grab one round of drinks. I got the spiked hot cider cocktail and my boyfriend got a pint of the mallet beer. He was able to try a few tasters of the kolsch and lager before choosing, which was nice. The bartender, John, was super friendly and helpful. The space is huge and would be great for a large group gathering. I was impressed with how vast the food menu was and how delicious everything looked - I definitely need to return to give the food another chance. Items were clearly marked vegan and gluten free, too. The vibe could easily have swayed towards bro-ey, if you catch my drift, but the music balanced things out with Britney Spears, Marina and the Diamonds, and Lady Gaga. Kudos to whoever was on aux. They have all night happy hour on Tuesdays and other events like trivia. I'll definitely return for a proper meal and would enjoy hosting friends here, too!

Huge open space with tables, a bar, and small bites. There is also a beer garden outside space for…read morenice weather. Came here for a meetup with friends and had a blast! There are so many beers to choose from and I got the Zadie's Lager on draft (which was a delicious light beer). They have windows into the brewing area which looks super cool, and they brew a lot of the beers on site! I ended up getting a six-pack of Mountain Girl beers to take home. Staff was quick and friendly. It was busy for a Friday night and there were some kids running around and being obnoxious, but other than that we had a great time. This is the perfect spot for an event or meet up with lots of friends. The space is huge!!

We stopped in for a couple of beers while having a late lunch at the Carroll and Son location. My…read morewife always enjoys a glass of black wing, and I went with something new and on special. It was a snow pants with chipotle and cinnamon. It was out of this world delicious. We both also noticed a new brew on their menu and we just had to try it: Scottish ale. Wow. It was outstanding, thick and sweet and it reminded us of a Scottish ale that we used to drink 40 or more years ago. I am pretty sure that both of the new brews are limited and will be sold out shortly.

Excellent beer and pizza. Great staff. They have a darts room that is open only on Thursdays from 6…read morePM to close. There is a casual darts league - walk-ins are welcome to play, just try throwing some darts (there are darts available you can use, or bring your own steel tip darts) or just hang out and get a feel for the place. Everyone in the league is super nice and welcoming.

Not bad. Decent pizza and beer…read more The inside fills up fast, which meant a long line to order and little space to sit and enjoy food. Our party grabbed a high top table, but that was tricky with our littlest, so we went outside to the patio. While in the winter they have some space heaters to make it more pleasant, they only cover a small amount of the patio. We were far from the only folks with kiddos (a lot of babies and toddlers around), which is why I was surprised I didn't see any high chairs or booster seats. Just be aware if you bring littles. I imagine the patio is probably a lot better in the warmer months, but be aware that there's not much indoor space in colder weather. The pizza was probably the best part of the visit. Their "plain" cheese, the "Formaggio" is a 5-cheese blend that we enjoyed, especially Child #1 and Child #3. We also enjoyed our pepperoni pizza (sorry, Child #2, no olives as a topping). My wife got the chicken tenders for Child #3 and they both shared it - said it was solid. My friends got the pretzels with their Jersey Pizza and the one piece I had was good - sweet and salty glaze; I just wish there were more to eat. The beers were okay. My wife and I are fond of sours, so we got the Peach Cobbler Sour and the Black Shadows wild ale. My wife commented how the peach cobbler sour was surprisingly bitter. The Black Shadows was quite funky. It's not for everyone but if you like wild/sour/funky beers, it's worth a try. Overall not bad.

What can be better than a brewery with an in house pup! I stopped in three months ago for two beers…read morewhile brewery hopping around the city. There was an extremely friendly senior dog making his way around the dog friendly brewery greeting customers. The beers were good and there was plenty of comfy seating to choose from.

I have been meaning to come to Wico for quite some time and finally took advantage the other night…read more If you know about me, you know I am not a beer type of girly but, still yet, I always take the opportunity to learn because I know there's a beer that says Eshia. I was able to hang out at the bar and sample a couple different curations from Jordan and a new cocktail making its way to the menu. Big thanks to Kevin who more than graciously provided me with samples to help me figure out what would be my sipper for the evening. They have a beer that smells exactly like weed. Now that's either your thing or not lol. I had to sample and it definitely gave what it was intended to give. ​ Did you say sample a new cocktail coming soon to the menu? Why yes, I ​will every time. It did not miss! You know we Yelpers love having the chance to try something first! Two L's (sp) me anytime, please. I also love the graffiti decor, (see pictures) which depicts depth and originality throughout the brewery. There's also multiple items for purchase from local artists that is displayed throughout as well. There is a lot of space so think about hosting an event here if you need an area. They also have those bay doors and a seating area beyond them which could definitely be a private area. They are also dog friendly so bring your companion as long as they're sociable. They also have a food menu and pop ups looks different items from time to time so make sure to stay in the know so you don't miss out on something special. Make sure to enter in the doors at 3:00 if you're standing directly in front of the purple Wico sign. It isn't around the corner, just turn your head to the right and you'll see the clear doors there. Don't miss them and walk all the way around the corner or getting your car and drive around the corner either SMH I can definitely see myself coming back to enjoy one of their events or just hang out with good company at the bar.

I used to live right around the corner from the Brewers Art. A fantastic spot for drinks, a date or…read moreto hang with friends. Great ambience and food is wonderful.

Before our flight home, we came here with a reservation so we could grab a meal before heading to…read morethe airport. When we arrived, we were seated right away, but it seemed like there were very few staff working--possibly only one waiter. It took about 10 minutes before we finally had to flag him down just to place our order. The food then took around 25-30 minutes to come out, which felt very long since we were on a tight schedule for our flight. When the food finally arrived, I ordered the macaroni and cheese, and unfortunately it was the worst mac and cheese I've ever had. I don't want to be mean, but it was very bland and really needed salt. My sister surprisingly liked it, but it just wasn't for me at all. The rest of my family did enjoy their meals, and I thought the fries were decent, just lightly seasoned. My mom especially liked the grilled cheese. The waiter himself was nice and kept our drinks refilled, so I don't think the long wait was entirely his fault. The restaurant is very cute inside with cozy, old-style vibes and festive Christmas decorations, which I really liked. However, between the long wait times, the limited menu, and my disappointing mac and cheese, I wouldn't recommend that dish. Overall, it's a charming place, but the service was too slow for us--especially when trying to catch a flight.