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Press picks, until locals rank their own Top 5s. Sourced from the local food press. As seen in Baltimore Magazine. Updated August 2026.
W.C. HARLAN · Remington
W.C. Harlan creates an intimate drinking experience through low light, vintage detail, thoughtful music, and a concise cocktail list. Classics and house drinks arrive with careful balance rather than theatrical excess. The unmarked Remington room rewards conversation and attention, making one well-built drink feel more satisfying than a rushed sequence.
Dutch Courage · Old Goucher
Dutch Courage gives gin unusual range in a welcoming Old Goucher bar. The back bar supports martinis, highballs, original cocktails, and guided exploration across botanicals, while food and a garden add reasons to stay. Staff make an expansive category approachable, whether a guest arrives with a favorite bottle or little experience.
The Coral Wig · Remington
The Coral Wig brings a playful, polished cocktail room to the Ulysses hotel in Mount Vernon. Original drinks draw on bold flavors and careful presentation, supported by a transportive interior that remains comfortable rather than precious. Its current Read Street location works for a planned night out or an inventive drink before dinner.
The Bluebird Cocktail Room · Hampden
The Bluebird uses literary references, a dramatic second-floor room, and an ambitious bar program to shape its Hampden identity. Seasonal originals sit beside recognizable classics, giving both adventurous and traditional drinkers an entry point. The setting encourages a slower evening, especially when cocktails are paired with conversation and a few plates.