Updated 2026/09/12
The Best Bars in Baltimore, United States (2026)
Compare 40 bars in Baltimore, United States, averaging 4.54 stars on Google Maps. The typical listing has 253 reviews, so the ratings below reflect real customer volume rather than a handful of opinions. 60% maintain a website. Most are clustered around Fells Point, Highlandtown, Upper Fells Point. Rankings combine Google rating, review volume and website popularity, keep one entry per brand, and refresh automatically as our data updates.
Top picks
Urban Axes - Axe Throwing
Baltimore's original home of Axe Throwing! Perfect for birthday parties, bachelor/ettes, and corporate events! Enjoy an adult beverage at our licensed bar! Ages 12+.
The Back Yard
Welcome to our restaurant and bar in historic Hollins Roundhouse across from the Railroad Museum in Baltimore Maryland! We worked hard to give you a new, classy experience in this historic part of town! We’re so proud of our whiskey & wine selection, as well as our nothing-but-craft beer! Please com
Birds of A Feather
Over 120 single malt scotches & pub fare
W.C. HARLAN
Hip speakeasy with handcrafted cocktails
Delia Foley's
Irish pub with many chicken wing flavors
Dutch Courage
Elegant gin bar dishing up light bites
The Grateful Fed
13 E Randall St, Baltimore, MD 21230
Blarney Stone Pub
704 S Broadway, Baltimore, MD 21231
Hair of the Dog
1649 S Hanover St, Baltimore, MD 21230
Baltimore Taphouse
600 S Potomac St, Baltimore, MD 21224
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Frequently asked questions
How many bars are there in Baltimore, United States?
We list 40 bars in Baltimore, United States that meet our quality bar of at least 4.0 stars and 10 Google reviews. The wider directory holds more, including newer and unrated businesses.
Which bar in Baltimore, United States is rated highest?
Urban Axes - Axe Throwing currently tops our list with 4.9 stars from 1,034 reviews. Rankings update as new reviews and traffic data arrive.
How are the bars ranked?
Each business gets a composite score: 70% a Bayesian average of its Google rating and review count, so a 4.9-star business with hundreds of reviews outranks a 5.0 with five, and 30% estimated website traffic. Chains appear once. Nobody can pay to be listed or ranked.