100 best Baltimore-area bars 2011: After work drinks
When it comes to bars, Baltimore has long had a dizzying abundance of options. Our list last year of the city's best 50 barely scratched the surface. So, this year, we've expanded the list to 100.
Like last year, there's a critic's top 10, but the bars are split into 10 categories, including best clubs to go dancing and best bar to meet eccentrics. Ten of the bars have also been picked by you.
To choose the winners, we looked at bars that held events regularly, that attract crowds, whose prices are fair, and that provide consistent service. If we picked a bar for one category, it meant it couldn't be picked for another -- except for the readers' and critic's picks.
On this year's list, there are old favorites, lots of new names and bars in the areas surrounding Baltimore. Inevitably, there will be rumbling about who was left out. Sure, rankings are controversial, but they're a starting point to Baltimore's sprawling nightlife scene.
Also see: Going out guide: 100 best bars
If you have comments or opinions about the list so far, please use the comments field below.
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After work drinks: Grand Cru
The focus here is on wines at this Govans mainstay, but they also have a good beer and cocktail selection and great upscale bar food. Grand Cru acts as a carry out for beer, wines and spirits as well.--John Houser III
Venue address: 527 E. Belvedere Ave. |
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