Clandestino has grown up, literally. What began as a small operation in Frederick has moved into a…read morelarger space, and the expansion suits them well. This is Puerto Rican pitorro, also known as ron cañita, made with care and intention rather than gimmickry. Many local liquor stores now carry the brand, and it is well worth picking up a bottle, but visiting the distillery is an experience in itself. The founder is a fellow Puerto Rican born retired military member, a background I share, and like me, he has put down roots in Maryland. That story is reflected clearly in the brand's own framing, "Puerto Rican born, Maryland made." The space feels grounded and unpretentious, and that sensibility carries through to the hospitality. We arrived late on a Saturday and were still welcomed warmly, never rushed. We were taken care of by the founder's daughter, who was exceptionally kind, attentive, and knowledgeable. She guided us through a flight that included the traditional pitorro, almond, pineapple, coffee, coconut chai, and several seasonal offerings. The flavors were thoughtful and well balanced; even the infused expressions retained a clear rum backbone rather than drifting into novelty. We enjoyed them enough to leave with several bottles. This is artisanal pitorro done right, rooted in Puerto Rican tradition and confidently made in Maryland. Buying it locally is convenient, but going to the distillery is where the people, the story, and the spirit fully come together.

This local speakeasy has quickly moved its way to the top of my list…read more I love the ease of parking, safe neighborhood, and spacious speakeasy space. Always great service by bar manager Charlie, fantastic food and beverage menu and options. My favs so far are the grilled wings and chicken tortilla soup. The drinks are pretty awesome, and Charlie the Great can alter beverages to your preference if you prefer. This is an overall mezcal bar, but they have other libations as well. My fav is John Updike's Old Fashioned. My son ordered and loved the Strawberry Gin & Tonic. This establishment is a great conversation starter, and I look forward to returning asap.

Omg what a first experience! There was one bartender when I walked in-and about 11 people waiting…read more Jordan was doing an excellent job taking orders, making drinks, and serving. This guy was very professional, had great manners and didn't waste time. Food: Chicken tenders and fries. These was a side of Cole slaw included. Yes I know, my child orders this as well but the is these were not ordinary tenders. They were huge chicken breast cuts. The cooks(JT) did his thing. These tenders were cooked perfectly. Even the crinkly fries were bomb. The bar area was very clean. There is plenty of seating . I will come back to see what happy hour is like.

I stopped by Brass Tap after an afternoon of hard retail therapy…read more A bartender approached me after I sat and provided a menu. I sampled a few beers before settling on a high ABV cider. It was great and whet my thirst just right. Good visit.

We sat in front of the fire and ate delicious food. We started with delicious fries with homemade…read morecurry sauce for dipping. So good. Nate recommended the steak and stout pie, it was amazing. The fish and chips were flavorful and perfectly cooked. Shepherd's pie was so yummy. The prices are very reasonable. Nate was friendly and attentive. Great sense of humor and honest. Told us not to get the soup. Loved the decor and music. Felt transported to Ireland.

This is the only bar in Towson I won't avoid nowadays. It's a completely different vibe than the…read morerest of the sports bar type places around here. It honestly feels like you've been transported to a pub in Ireland (minus the handful of loud college kids). I'm a big fan of the decor and the fireplace that they frequently light throughout the colder months. Noelle is my favorite bartender here (Hey, Noelle!) and she could make you anything your heart desires. I'll admit, I've never once had the food here but the drinks are always on point and the service is fast and friendly. They have a free parking lot in the back for customers which is super convenient in this area. They also have some outdoor seating in the back too which is a new addition since Covid times. I'm not a huge fan of Towson or Towson bars in general (at least not anymore) but if I'm around, Kent House is the only place to be in my opinion. Cheers!

My husband was craving a Blue Cheese Burger from The Rec Room, so of we went. We went early which…read morewas great for us seniors as the restaurant was really quiet, and we had the place almost to ourselves. Kelly, our server, came over right away and took our drink orders. She knows us and knew that we were here for the Monday Night Half Price Burger Night. My husband had his favorite, a blue cheese burger cooked medium rare with French fries and ranch dressing on the side for his fries. I was not super hungry, so I had a salad. The salad was just perfect - loaded with fresh greens, carrots, cucumbers, and grape tomatoes with blue cheese dressing. I took half of it home it was so large. You can never go wrong with the food or service at The Rec Room.

Spent some time here before a concert/show next door at The Recher, which seems to have the same…read moreowners as this place. Bouncer at the door checking i.d.'s (saw him turn a couple girls down for having fakes). They serve a larger than standard size bar menu and we tried out several different items as well as cocktails and some craft draft beers. A Blue Hawaiin or Old Fashioned Whiskey cocktail is priced at 9 dollars each, but are served in full size pint glasses! I had a Rec Room Club Sandwich with sweet potato fries (see my pic) and my wife had a grilled Reuben and waffle fries. Both of them were insanely huge! Absolutely do not order an appetizer if you're going to get a sandwich or a burger. I literally could only eat half of my club sandwich and fries and I am generally a big eater. My club sandwich with s.p. fries was 12 bucks and it was a great value. It also tasted great and was made fresh with what seemed like Boar's Head meats, or something of that quality. I was very, very impressed and also quite surprised. It's a bar, so it's not the cleanest place in the world (see their bathrooms), but it's got surprisingly good food. I had a Troeg's IPA and 1 other craft pint (I forget which one) and they were 8 bucks each. I would definitely return here for the same reason...to eat and pre-game a bit before a show next door at The Recher. Note: there's no street parking here, but there's tons of paid parking lots behind here. It's like 5 bucks to park there for 8 hours at night.

Stopped in for happy hour during the week w my wife. We had HH priced sangria and martinis and…read moreordered 2 apps .... Mussels & a special of the day, blackened shrimp over a great mix of julienne veggies & peach, etc. Everything we had was fantastic and service at the bar was 10/10. Owner was in attendance and we had a wonderful time. It had been awhile since we had been there but will return soon.

Service was good, the waitress helpful and friendly. The Garden of Allah mocktail was so creative…read moreand delicious! The menu items seemed like they would be tasty. The problem was the execution in the kitchen. Our flaming cheese appetizer was cool and firm, even after the flames subsided, steak was served medium rather than medium rare, as ordered, and the chicken & waffles entree consisted of a bowl of reheated pieces of fried chicken served over a half of a waffle. Not an appetizing presentation. In summary, I think the bar and wait staff were great, but the kitchen staff need some retraining.

I visited here for brunch after finding out they were offering bottomless drinks. Atmosphere and…read morelocation was great. There are plenty of parking spots nearby and super cheap. Service was great and our waitress did a great job keeping the drinks flowing! I opted for the chicken and waffles to which I wasn't super pleased. I chose this dish because they mentioned they bread and season their chicken in house so I thought oh this must be amazing, however it was bland in my opinion. The waffle was great and so were the mimosas and sangria! I was a little caught off guard that they served the mimosas in a pint glass (that beer is served in) and with ice. Very interesting combo as I've never seen that before. They were accommodating however with providing us with a wine glass after asking. I also had the chowder which was good. It could've used more seasoning. Overall great environment and vibe - I just would go for more basic meals here if I visited again.

The bartender on the left side of The Point is consistently terrible. He didn't greet us, ignored…read moreus for nearly 10 minutes at an almost empty bar, and then told us he couldn't make half the drinks on the menu. When he finally did, the cocktails were easily the worst we've ever had -- completely undrinkable. This isn't a one-off; it's the third time he's served us, and every time the service and drinks have been awful. He seemed out of it -- distracted, unprofessional, maybe even under the influence. To top it off, he served my drink in a dirty glass. When I asked for a replacement, he just poured the same disgusting drink into another cup instead of remaking it. I had to insist he start over. It's such a shame because the bartenders on the other side of The Point are excellent -- friendly, attentive, and professional. This one bartender, however, drags down the entire experience and the bar's reputation. I won't be coming back.

Fast service, the food can hot and as expected. Would be a great place for college kids to meet and…read morehave a good time together.

Took my daughter out for lunch and we decided to try Barley's Backyard Uptown. I'm so glad we…read moredid--it was such a nice experience. The staff was warm and welcoming from the start, and the place was clean with a chill, laid-back vibe. We grabbed a table outside on the balcony, which was perfect for some fresh air and conversation. My daughter ordered the mussels with a ginger ale and really enjoyed it--she was quiet for a minute, which says a lot! I went with the Ahi Tuna wrap after our waiter recommended it, and wow--it did not disappoint. Super fresh and full of flavor. I also tried a lemon cucumber drink that was light, crisp, and so refreshing. All around, it was a great outing. Great food, good energy, and quality time. We'll definitely be back!

Saturday 7:58…read more Server: Brendan I walked around Towson for 15 min before I tried this warm and inviting restaurant. It didn't have a funny smell in the waiting area and the HEAT was on. My wingman and I were seated immediately and Brendan brought us over some water. I needed a minute to look at the menu since it was my first time. I was pleased to see the comfort food appetizers and Brendan recommended Thai chili shrimp and crab dip. I added a glass of Pinot noir and Brendan made sure I kept my cup filled. This restaurant has really cozy seating and sofas that face a TV for the games near the bathroom. It's also attached to the theater next door. That was a surprising find as I made my way back from the clean bathroom. No notes for Towson Tavern. I'll be back to try the braised short rib

This review was based on the customer service. Excellent customer service. The lights went out he…read morewas excellent to take care of us. Food was just ok, for the price. The place was clean. I will not be returning.