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.

The Clandestino Speak Easy at Zen West is open Fridays and Saturdays from 6pm to 12pm. It's also…read moreavailable for events and private parties.

Wonderful date spot - it's so charming inside. For groups of 3+, I'd recommend a reservation if you…read moredon't want to sit at the bar. Drinks do take a long time to get out.

I've been wanting to visit Bluebird for months and finally made it in for a Saturday date night and…read moreit did not disappoint. The space is incredibly cozy, with community-style tables topped with library lamps that cast the perfect warm glow. The stacked books throughout the room create a charming "late night at the library" vibe that feels both intimate and inviting. Even on a busy Saturday evening, the service was great. The bartenders balanced a full bar with ease, still taking the time to chat while crafting drinks, which made the experience feel personal rather than rushed. We ordered the cheeseburger and fries, cooked medium well, as our "starter" since Bluebird was just the first stop of our night. It was simple, satisfying, and exactly what we were craving. I absolutely loved the speakeasy-style atmosphere and will definitely be back to explore more of the menu.

I have been to Dutch Courage twice and its definitely a fun experience. I enjoyed sitting at the…read morebar watching the production of drink making! As a non-drinker, the menu seemed unique. I asked for recommendations and trusted the bartender. My first drink was more like a spritzer and my second drink was reminiscent of a Kahlúa based drink. It was dense and strong. My partner's drink mirrored an old-fashioned and he really enjoyed it as well. It gets busy on the weekends however, you usually can grab a seat in the back or at the bar. There is heated patio space as well, which is nice for a larger size group.

What a wonderful spot to grab a drink and appetizer!! My friends and I stopped here prior to a…read moredinner reservation- though honestly you could spend quite some time here drinking and snacking if you wanted to. We ordered a blend of regular but also non-alcoholic (NA) cocktails, and we all loved the presentation and tase. Our server was also excellent, attentive, and gave great recommendations. The ambiance is super cute and feels very "Baltimore" eclectic while also being elevated and casual at the same time?! Hard to explain- just go check it out :)

Great service, excellent cocktail and mocktail selection, and delicious island-fusion cuisine!…read more I visited The Duchess during Restaurant Week and had a wonderful experience. The ambiance is beautiful, with a vintage yet elegant feel, a cozy fireplace, and stunning chandeliers. Tessa, the general manager, was warm and welcoming, and our server, Zoe, was kind, attentive, and very helpful in guiding us through the menu. The food was fantastic! I highly recommend the Short Rib Kare Kare, the broccolini, and the award-winning Crispy Shrimp & Corn Patties. For dessert the chocolate Namalaka was a fave!

We came here for the Mother's day course - overall pretty good but not impressive…read more Appetizers were okay, not impressive. Arepa was not that good, corn flatbread wasn't good and very dry. The crispy shrimp and corn patties were like a crispy takoyaki so actually pretty good and the Mac and caviar was like a cold macaroni salad also pretty good just not impressive for a nice dinner. Was really looking forward to trying their duck confit chilakiles, but they ran out unfortunately. A little surprising since it's many hours before they close. I was considering coming again to try the duck confit, but after trying everything else I'm not sure it's worth the drive here since I'm not from the baltimore area. Their grilled ahi tuna was done well and the sauce was really good. The garlic soy shrimp pancit had good textures and flavour as well. The nori butter tteokbokki was lacking in flavour a little. Missed a bit of acidity to balance out the cream. Desserts were also just okay. I'm usually a sweets person, but I was kind of disappointed. The carrot mochi cake was strange, the texture was good, but the flavours did not mesh well together and I was confused what I was eating. The latiya was dry. The shaved ice was pretty refreshing but not impressing. The Ube flan was good though!

get. that. blueberry. pie. ! it's different and has such great flavor…read more one of the best pep pies ive ever had. toddler approved too. sausage and jalapeño was great too. can't wait to try more!

They have a vegan pizza w vegan mozz, beyond meat, and suprise tear drop peppers, and chives sounds…read moreamazing. The decour was colorful in wood. Brick gray, and aqua blue- will come back. For now settled for crispy brussels. The Accompanying sauce was thin in consistency, mild flavor, and a garlic white sauce or chipotle ailoi would have privoded the missing punch to the brussels. Service on a Sat midday although attentive, could be more friendly in conversation. No bags or utensils for carryout orders, unsatisfactory... But the restaurant is new opened Aug 2025. The growing pains come to all resataurants, how you address, pivot, and evolve determine the longevity

Absolutely delicious food. Came here to celebrate my sister's bday and ordered mango wings, crab…read moredumplings, and platanos maduros. All three were great with the dumplings being a standout. For my entree I got the burger and it was fantastic. Using short rib is def a game changer and gave it a lot of depth. Surprised by how good it was. Everyone else seemed to enjoy their food too. The service was solid and the vibes inside were chill. If I lived near them, would def come back and try more stuff.

My brother and SIL took me out to an early birthday dinner at Pink Flamingo (surprise their bar…read moreliterally got nominated as a semi finalist for the James Beard award 4 days later!) Very cute vibes inside- we were taken upstairs (it is walk in only). The upstairs gallery wall was lined with old Pachinko machines which I found to be unique and cool. I don't know if it is still on the menu but if you go absolutely get the crab dumplings. I could have eaten 2 bowls of that just as my main. The wings with the mango hot sauce were also top tier. For my main I ended up getting the fish and chips. Not greasy and crispy flaky fish was perfect- though I wish the inside was a little bit better seasoned. My bf had the opposite problem- he thought his oyster mushroom sandwich was overly peppery and he wasn't able to finish it. But all in all would love to come back and try the drinks next time! Cannot recommend them enough

Great atmosphere,excellent food and service,we had such a lovely fun times with friends!! We loved…read morethe amazing vibe and decor,we will come back again!!

Been here twice and both times loved it. It does get crowded but thankfully they have additional…read moreseating upstairs. Their whiskey cocktails are delicious and food was good. Definitely will go back when craving a night out with a whiskey cocktail.

Such a cute and unassuming spot in Remington. After dinner at Clavel, we walked down the street to…read moreWC Harlan for another cocktail. The lighting is pretty dark, but that's the vibe of the place! We had an Old Fashioned, which was great. The service was ok, we went to the bar to get our drinks and brought them back to the table. Overall, good experience and would return!

A handful of bars put on the "speakeasy" hat, but beyond the obligatory "secret door," I haven't…read morefound one that better embodies the full vibe than WC Harlan. The bartenders make artisanal cocktails from scratch ingredients, and with some other obscure liquors they can take you down a journey of dark, broody flavors; light, old-fashioned fruity twists on classics, autism, genuinely peculiar, but delicious inventions. The inside is wonderfully blacked out aside from the candlelight that makes for the perfect after dinner drink on night out with someone special, or presumably talking over a long week at work.

We took a chance on a weekday night and walked in for dinner. Felt like getting ramen and I have…read moreknown of Toki for a while now..or well at least the DC location but never been. Mostly because the ramens came with pork or vegan broth and no poultry or fish broth options. Stalking their insta I saw a chicken broth tantanmen that looked delish. So here we were. We were promptly sat, service was quick and fast. My chicken tantanmen was delicious. The numbing sichuan chili oil with the crispy karaage, paired with a nutty miso broth was just perfect for an overcast day. My bf also thoroughly enjoyed his vegan mushroom ramen and appreciated the cook on the mushrooms as it wasn't just bland and spongy. Would absolutely come back if they keep offering non pork broth options. Or at least the ability to sub broths out. Interior was also decorated very cool.

The award winning Toki Underground from DC opened a small (like 30 seats) place in Baltimore City…read more I had delivery from there and the ramen broth was amazing. I was even more blown away. That is nori on the brussels A piece of pork belly was fired for my drink. The drink menu was small but a got a chance to try them all and there is a flavor profile for you. The ramen was filling and comforting as ramen should be and be sure to ask about the secret menu. I went for Baltimore Restaurant Week and was able to try so many things. But you can go for happy hour and try all the appetizers and drinks for a discount. While we are suffering a long cold spell right now and perfect for ramen, remember ramen is perfect year round. The service was wonderful and the place filled up quickly while we were there on a Wednesday night. I will be back. Oh I hear there is a good outdoor space, but I didn't get a chance to experience that with temperature in the single digits

Absolutely one of favorite places for a beer and comfort food in Baltimore. Very friendly staff.read more

Amazing sliders and one of the best cheesesteaks we've had - compares to Philly !!…read more Coleslaw & fries were okay. great spot to host friends on a chill night !