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Spirits Tavern

Bar

😠 Regulars are the most condescending people I have ever met at a bar, especially when they lose at pool. They should be cutoff from alcohol earlier than they are. That being said bar staff are polite, and it has food options. Have given this place 3 strikes. Its out. People often mention pool, Baltimore, people,


Address

1901 Bank St, Baltimore, MD 21231, United States

Website

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Contact

+1 667-260-4114

Price rating

$ $$$

Rating on Google Maps

4.60 (128 reviews)

Open on Google Maps

Working Hours

  • Thursday: 5 pm to 1 am
  • Friday: 3 pm to 1 am
  • Saturday: 3 pm to 1 am
  • Sunday: Closed
  • Monday: 5 pm to 1 am
  • Tuesday: 5 pm to 1 am
  • Wednesday: 5 pm to 1 am

Featured Reviews


Frequently mentioned in reviews: pool (8) Baltimore (8) people (6)
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  • 1/5 Will K. 1 year ago on Google • 22 reviews
    Regulars are the most condescending people I have ever met at a bar, especially when they lose at pool. They should be cutoff from alcohol earlier than they are. That being said bar staff are polite, and it has food options. Have given this place 3 strikes. Its out.
    5 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Graham C. 1 year ago on Google • 485 reviews
    A great bar with incredible music on the playlist. This is a local spot but don't let that intimidate you. It just means expect strong drinks and good people and a douche free zone. I'd skip the quesadilla.

  • 5/5 Dylan D. 2 years ago on Google • 131 reviews
    I ended up at Spirits as the result of a comedy of errors in the friend group that I was meeting up with. When I arrived, it felt like an episode of cheers where everyone knew each other and I was going to be the odd one out. But the bartender was super quick, attentive, and didn't make me feel like I was going to be ignored in favor of the regulars. 10/10 would visit again.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Christy W. 1 year ago on Google • 68 reviews
    Great and friendly vibe. Eclectic variety of 80s music on Fridays. Go in on a Friday to visit Meredith. Her 80s/punk/metal style is very refreshing amongst a sea of people who are always trying to keep up with the latest trends. Her outfits are a feast for the eyes and her warm personality will make you want to come back.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 shane G. 10 months ago on Google • 17 reviews
    Excellent experience! While my bestie was having brain surgery at Johns Hopkins I walked down to this neighborhood bar. I met the manger Dave and the bartender Merideth. Awesome people they listened to what I was going through and they were so kind and understanding. The environment is awesome and so is the clientele. Good music everything from punk, rock, and pop. But it definitely wasn’t to loud. A total non judgement zone. All different walks of life. Great pool table also. I will be visiting this bar every time I’m in Baltimore. This is definitely a hidden gem in charm city! Thanx Spirit Tavern!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Lidia L. 2 years ago on Google • 6 reviews
    Music is always on point, the bartenders and the regulars make the space welcoming and always interesting. Has a spooky Baltimore punk vibe. Try the Tub of Fun or the Baltimore Classic! Pool team is the best in Baltimore, but don’t let that scare you away, the table is open to all. My favorite bar in all of Baltimore hands down.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 1/5 Taylor D. 2 years ago on Google
    I’ve never been told “no” when I’ve tried to order food before at a bar lmao. Wanted to order a small plate of nachos on Thursday night and the bartender said she couldn’t do it bc she was “slammed” even though the bar wasn’t remotely full. Another guy who worked there very kindly made us the nachos anyway and the bartender who told us we couldn’t have food charged us for them 🙂 I’ve worked in a restaurant, I’ve seen what weeded looks like. If you can’t handle a bar of 10 people maybe you’re in the wrong biz
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Jayesh J. 3 years ago on Google • 133 reviews
    Cool bar; nice staff; free pool. Easy spot for Taco Tuesday. Enjoyed myself and was able to keep distant from others.

  • 5/5 Tyler P. 8 months ago on Google • 132 reviews
    Spirits is a Baltimore staple. Come for the tub of fun, stay for the pool. This is a classic bar-bar.

  • 5/5 Kirill G. 9 years ago on Google • 30 reviews
    My favorite bar in Fell's. Chad, the owner, always make us feel welcome. Free pool is such a plus. Great crowd and good drinks. I can't wait to try the Charm City Mead.

  • 5/5 Sheridan C. 6 years ago on Google • 17 reviews
    Love this little neighborhood dive bar. It has a great historical bar feel with a wooden bar, tin embossed ceiling and low lights. The bartenders are fun, the pool table is free and they make great simple tacos, chips and salsa and quesadillas. Wednesday it's dollar off tacos and when the Orioles play they have hotdogs!

  • 5/5 Jesse A. 2 years ago on Google
    You're typical Baltimore bar the bohs always cold and the bourbon always flows... It seems that have a regular cast of regulars.

  • 5/5 Antonio C. 1 year ago on Google
    Owner and bartenders are freaking awesome, especially Casey W that guys a dream bartender

  • 5/5 Ian T. 1 year ago on Google
    Best bar I've been to in Baltimore.

  • 5/5 John S. 1 year ago on Google
    Great place to play pool! Fair priced drinks, and great bartenders. Dog friendly!!

  • 5/5 Steven K. 1 year ago on Google
    Why wouldn’t you be here? Great bar, great music, pool table, wonderful beer, amazing people


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Amenities


  • Pets
    • ✓️ Dogs allowed
  • Payments
    • ✓️ Debit cards
    • ✓️ Credit cards
    • ✓️ NFC mobile payments
  • Offerings
    • ✓️ Beer
    • ✓️ Food
    • ✓️ Wine
    • ✓️ Alcohol
    • ✓️ Spirits
    • ✓️ Cocktails
    • ✓️ Food at bar
    • ✓️ Happy-hour food
    • ✓️ Happy-hour drinks
  • Dining options
    • ✓️ Seating
  • Service options
    • ✓️ Dine-in
    • ✗ Delivery
    • ✓️ Takeaway

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