Slainte Irish Pub and Restaurant – Baltimore Magazine https://www.baltimoremagazine.com The Best of Baltimore Since 1907 Thu, 04 Nov 2021 16:44:25 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://www.baltimoremagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/cropped-favicon-32x32.png Slainte Irish Pub and Restaurant – Baltimore Magazine https://www.baltimoremagazine.com 32 32 Outdoor Dining Parklets Are “Lifesavers” for Fells Point Bars and Restaurants https://www.baltimoremagazine.com/section/fooddrink/outdoor-dining-parklets-lifesavers-fells-point/ Mon, 29 Jun 2020 13:05:00 +0000 https://www.baltimoremagazine.com/?p=72627

Locals who have recently strolled along the Fells Point waterfront have likely noticed that the neighborhood has stepped up its outdoor dining game.

The community has erected a number of “parklets”—parking spaces-turned-al fresco dining areas made out of recycled materials and greenery—adjacent to many eateries on the 1700 block of Thames Street.

The goal is to safely expand outdoor seating, while also supporting the bars, restaurants, and retail shops that have been hammered by the coronavirus shutdown.

Kooper’s Tavern was the first to host a parklet last month, and since then the Department of Transportation has approved dining areas outside of Waterfront Hotel and The Point in Fells. The Kooper’s parklet is divided into sections for neighboring sister-restaurants Slainte and Woody’s, to use, as well. Another is currently in the works for Riptide by the Bay.

“We’re hoping this helps turn 2020 into a profitable year for businesses,” says Maureen Sweeney Smith, executive director of Fells Point Main Street.

Residents and restaurant owners share the same hope. Many volunteers flocked to Thames Street last week to help construct the parklets. The setup outside of Kooper’s, which has been used as a prototype, was designed by Fells Point Main Street board member and resident Bryce Turner, along with his firm BCT Architects.

“I have a theory that people really enjoy being places they’re not supposed to,” Turner says. “I think that’s true in Fells. If you can have seating in a parking space, even in the road, it can be an interesting experience. We needed a perimeter around the seating area, and we thought, ‘How can we do that?’ We didn’t have a lot of funding. So we decided to use repurposed materials.”

The parklets are constructed from reclaimed pallets, crates, and large electrical cable spools, and they’re accented with plants and flowers.

“We didn’t want businesses who are already hurting to have to spend a bunch of money on planters and dividers,” Smith says. “I’m just bowled over with the creativity of what people are doing and how great they’re making these look. It’s been really impressive.”

On Tuesday, June 23, volunteers and restaurant staff brought their own circle saws and got to work cutting pallets, cleaning bike racks, and sprucing up the landscaping.

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The parklet shared between Kooper's, Woody's, and Slainte. - Sarah Kloepple

“It was very community-based,” says volunteer and Fells Point resident Samantha Wilkes. “There was coffee and donuts. Folks were walking by and were interested in what was going on. Some people stopped to help for a bit, then kept walking. Everyone was sharing tools. There were good vibes all around.”

The Point in Fells owner Erica Russo says that she worked with fellow Thames Street bar and restaurant owners to come up with parklets that mimicked Turner’s design.

“We bounced ideas off each other to make sure they were structurally sound and safe,” she says. Around 10 members of Russo’s staff helped construct The Point’s parklet, along with two regulars who came out to lend a hand.

“Some people aren’t ready to sit inside a restaurant, even with 50 percent capacity,” she says. “I think being outside in the summer, [the parklets] will revitalize the area and bring life to restaurants that might not have survived without them.”

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The parklet outside of The Point in Fells. - Sarah Kloepple

The designs are also meant to help curb some of the crowds that have routinely gathered in Broadway Square, a practice that began when bars and restaurants were only serving takeout.

“We hope the outdoor dining will have a positive effect on the neighborhood,” Smith says. “We don’t know whether [the crowds] will continue or not, but we’re hoping the outdoor dining displaces some of the partiers.”

Adds Russo: “With such a thriving area of locals, tourists, and visitors, it’s been rough trying to get everyone back open and follow the rules. Fells Point is a big public open space, so we’re hoping that by using some of that space to create areas for people to sit and dine and enjoy beverages, it will help control the crowds. I think this is really a lifesaver to a lot of restaurants down here.”

And it might not be long before we see the parklets expand beyond Thames. Smith says she’s been discussing outdoor dining expansion plans with businesses on the 700 and 800 blocks of Broadway—including Abbey Burger Bistro and Max’s Taphouse.

“We’re putting a lot of effort into making the neighborhood safe and friendly to all,” Russo says. “Whether they’re tourists or residents, we want everyone to be able to come out in a respectable manner, feel safe, and support local.”

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]]> The Best St. Patrick’s Day Parties, Strolls, and Specials https://www.baltimoremagazine.com/section/events/st-patricks-day-parties-strolls-specials-events/ Fri, 06 Mar 2020 18:02:00 +0000 https://www.baltimoremagazine.com/?p=71225

Every city paints the town green for St. Patrick’s Day, but in Baltimore specifically, bars and restaurants go all out for the largest shamrock-filled celebration of the year. From bar crawls to dance-offs, don’t miss your chance to celebrate the Emerald Isle, Charm City-style.

TO 3/18: 17 Days of Saint Patrick! at Slainte Irish Pub
This Thames Street haunt is back with two-and-a-half weeks of festive shenanigans leading up to St. Paddy’s Day, from movie nights to whiskey tastings. Don’t miss your chance chow down on Irish cheesesteaks, dance to live music, and, of course, pin the tail on Irish Dave.

3/7: Canton Irish Stroll
This sham-rocking crawl kicks the holiday off early in O’Donnell Square. Be sure to secure your St. Patrick’s Day swag before heading to hotspots like Walt’s Inn, Looney’s Pub, and Southern Provisions for exclusive drink specials.

3/7: St. Patrick’s Day Bash at Power Plant Live
Power Plant is pulling out all the stops for this clover-the-top bash. Don’t miss your chance to win the costume contest (or sip themed drinks in your greenest gear) during this fun-filled night of Irish dancing, live pro wrestling, and scavenger hunts.

3/8: Pot O’ Gold Brewery Tour With Jimmy’s Famous Seafood
This Dundalk hotspot is ringing in St. Patrick’s day with booze, brunch, and the ultimate Charm City brewery tour. Grab a bite and sip between stops, where free samples and guided tours await.

3/13: Shamrocks and Shenanigans with Cheat Codes
[Editor’s note: This event has been postponed due to the coronavirus outbreak.] Los Angeles-based EDM trio Cheat Codes sets the soundtrack for this St. Patrick’s Day weekend kickoff at Power Plant Live with special guests Breathe Carolina. As you dance the night away (with green beer in hand) and take part in festive photo-ops, be sure to visit some of the downtown venue’s eight participating bars.

3/13: Baltimore’s Saint Patrick’s Day 5K
Join the Baltimore Road runners for a St. Patrick’s Day sprint through historic Patterson Park. Costumes are encouraged for the club’s fourth-annual road race, which ends with live music by Will Alton and two kegs of local craft beer.

3/14-15: Guinness Open Gate Brewery
[Editor’s note: This event has been cancelled due to the coronavirus outbreak.] For the first time ever, this beloved brewery will allow beer lovers of all ages to step into a scene straight from the Emerald Isle. The Guinness lawn-turned-Irish Village will host more than 30 booths featuring food, entertainment, and limited edition libations that blend traditional Irish flavor with local flare. Plus, don’t miss the new Clover Honey Ale made specifically for the holiday with local honey from Maryland’s own Apex Bee Co., which will be offered in cans exclusively at the brewery.

3/14: Kegs and Eggs Rally
[Editor’s note: This event has been postponed due to the coronavirus outbreak.] Wake up and paint the town green. DJs playing everything from EDM to trap music will pack Power Plant’s outdoor pavilion for a morning of festive fun. Admission to this rain-or-shine event includes five drink tickets, a breakfast sandwich, and access to eight participating bars.

3/14: Federal Hill Irish Stroll
St. Patrick’s Day comes a few days early to Federal Hill with a boozy tour of the neighborhood’s top watering holes. Head to participating spots like Crossbar and Mother’s Grille for Irish fare and not-to-miss drink specials including $3 Miller Lites and $4 Blue Moons. Don’t forget to grab your free beads and souvenir koozies to keep your hands warm.

3/14: Soundtown St. Paddy’s Party at The Admiral’s Cup
Soundtown Baltimore is headed to Fells Point for the holiday, and they’re bringing “the luck of the Eilish” with them. Party it up with the cover band—which will undoubtedly play a few Billie Eilish bangers—from 9:30 p.m. to close and be sure to grab plenty o’drinks from the bar.

3/14-17: St. Patrick’s Celebration at Five and Dime Ale House
Leading up to St. Patrick’s Day, this Hampden favorite is offering up specials for four days straight. Enjoy a special menu of traditional pub fare and drink specials galore. From 10 a.m. to 12 p.m., sip $2 Bishops Breakfast, Guinness Stout, and Guinness Blonde drafts. There will also be $5 Jameson cocktails and Irish coffees.

3/15: St. Patrick’s Day Parade
[Editor’s note: This event has been postponed due to the coronavirus outbreak.] This legendary jamboree celebrates 65 years of St. Patrick’s Day festivities in the heart of Downtown Baltimore. Take part in the pinnacle of Irish culture, from the Washington Monument all the way to the Inner Harbor.

3/15: St. Patrick’s Day Jamboree at Waverly Brewing Company
Thank your lucky charms—Waverly Brewing Company is toasting the Emerald Isle with local pours and savory bites from several food trucks. Grab a pint and dance a jig to the sounds of Sean “Healing Hands” McComiskey, Jim “Mutton Mitts” Eagan, and David “Frumpy Fingers” McKindley-Ward.

3/17: Mahaffey’s Pints and Pancakes Party
Head to “Canton’s Best Beer Bar” for a St. Patrick’s Day celebration that pulls no punches, offering up everything from pancakes and pints to Bangers and Mash. Four-dollar Guinness Pints from 8-12 p.m. make this one worth the early rise.

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]]> Bar Owners Discuss What Makes a Great Irish Pub https://www.baltimoremagazine.com/section/fooddrink/bar-owners-discuss-what-makes-a-great-irish-pub/ Fri, 02 Mar 2018 13:52:00 +0000 https://www.baltimoremagazine.com/?p=27787

Some of the casualties of Baltimore’s recent string of restaurant closures were our traditional Irish pubs. Within the last few months, The Harp poured its last pint of Guinness in Perry Hall, Ryan’s Daughter held its final jam session in Belvedere Square, and regulars said an emotional goodbye to Butchers Hill mainstay The Life of Reilly. Some are still also feeling the loss of Patrick’s of Pratt Street, considered to be the oldest Irish pub in America, which closed for good in the summer of 2016.

Although some of the greats have gone by the wayside, a handful of the area’s most authentic Irish pubs are still going strong. But what exactly makes a great Irish pub? For Dave Niehenke, who has owned Mick O’Shea’s in Mt Vernon since 2002, it’s all about consistency.

“It’s kind of like a good pair of jeans,” Niehenke says. “They’re comfy and sturdy. You always know what you’re going to get. If I go travel to another city and I see two bars, and one of them is an Irish pub, I’m going to go there because I find it more comforting and welcoming. It’s rarely ever the shiniest thing on the block, but it’s always solid and reliable.”

Paul Sellers, manager of Claddagh Pub in Canton’s O’Donnell Square, had a similar experience while visiting New York City during the holidays this winter.

“I found myself going inside of every Irish pub I saw because I just felt more at home there,” he says. “The people are more real. I just like it better that way. And we try to make sure the people around here feel the same way.”

One way that Claddagh incorporates that Irish feel is through its interior, which highlights dark woods, strung lights, and vintage Guinness posters. Sellers continued the theme with Claddagh’s recently-debuted outdoor patio, which features decorative maps and imported furniture that pay homage to Cork—a city in Southwest Ireland.

“All of the decor is authentic to Irish culture,” Sellers says. “From the Harp and Smithwick’s signs, to all of the Ireland soccer jerseys on the walls.”

Delia Foley’s in Federal Hill boasts a similar feel, which co-owner Andrew Carter says only furthers the bar’s inviting atmosphere.

“Everything from the decor, to the Guinness Club where people can put their names up on the wall, it all just has this feel-good vibe,” Carter says. “This isn’t just some bar that you go to after midnight on a Friday or Saturday. This is that bar you go to hang out with your friends for happy hour any day of the week.”

Of course, tradition also plays a significant role in Baltimore’s Irish pubs. When Bill Mitcherling opened An Poitin Stil in Timonium in 1999, his goal was to commemorate the history of Baltimore’s Irish community.

“The whole idea was to bring a little bit of Ireland to Baltimore,” Mitcherling says. “And to honor the traditions of the Irish and the state of Maryland dating back to the time of the B&O Railroad. With the music and the aesthetics of the place, it’s typical for people to come in here and say they feel like they’re back in Ireland.”

Live music is also an integral part of any Irish bar. While Mick O’Shea’s continues to be a home for Irish and Gaelic bands, it’s also become a popular venue for local performers of other genres.

“Years ago it was Irish music on the radio 24-7, and always live Irish bands on the weekends,” Niehenke remembers. “But a lot of those bands that used to play here have since retired. We still feature the traditional Irish music, but also do more local music now, everything from reggae to rock and R&B.”

Another way to stay true to the authentic concept is through sports. Patrick Russell, owner of Sláinte Irish Pub in Fells Point, says when he was in Ireland doing research prior to opening the bar in 2004, he was inspired by the sports pubs of Galway and Belfast—where spirited fans backing different teams gathered to watch matches together.

“A lot of pubs here are trying to become either a Liverpool or a Chelsea supporter,” Russell explains. “So whenever a team scores, you’re all very happy for each other but you can’t throw it in the face of your adversary. In Ireland, what makes it such an amazing environment is the banter that goes back and forth between opposing fans. When you watch a soccer match at Sláinte, Thames Street literally erupts.”

Although authenticity remains a priority, many pub owners are also making it a point to adapt with the times. Says Russell: “You have the younger generation coming up and they’re not quite understanding what it’s all about.”

In an effort to accommodate the newest wave of bar-goers, Russell has diversified the food options at Sláinte to include more European gastropub-style dishes like poutine, Scotch eggs, and a hearty gumbo—which was featured by Guy Fieri on Diners, Drive-Ins, and Dives in 2014.

“When people want to go out to eat together, it’s tough when you have an isolated menu,” he says. “We started to include more eclectic offerings, so that not everyone who comes in here has to be in the mood for Shepherd’s Pie or corned beef and cabbage. And I’ve seen a lot of guys in the industry that are doing the same thing.”

At Delia Foley’s, Carter is in the process of modernizing the bar’s look with new doors that lead out to  Charles Street. But he’s hoping to do it in a way that preserves the spot’s Irish charm.

“Instead of the steel garage doors, which give it a little less of an Irish feel, we decided to do accordion-style doors,” he says. “It’s a way for us to get with the modern times and adjust accordingly.”

Even in the midst of all of the changes, local pub owners assure that a warm atmosphere and top-notch service will always remain a priority.

“The one thing that Irish pubs are known for, it’s an Irish word called the craic,” Niehenke says. “It roughly translates to good times with friends and good conversations. And that’s what we try to continue.”

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]]> Summer Olympics Food and Drink Specials https://www.baltimoremagazine.com/section/fooddrink/summer-olympics-food-and-drink-specials/ Tue, 09 Aug 2016 16:48:00 +0000 https://www.baltimoremagazine.com/?p=30784 Continued]]> Having won a total of 19 medals over the past three days (three of which were clinched by Maryland swimmers), Team USA is killing it in Rio. To celebrate, local bars and restaurants are throwing their own patriotic viewing parties complete with creative food and drink deals inspired by the Games. No matter which event is your favorite, grab a group of friends and head to any one of these area eateries to watch the all of the action unfold.

Alexander’s Tavern: Crowd around the bar at this Fells Point favorite to peruse a lengthy list of Olympic-inspired offerings. For all events, Alexander’s will feature orders of gold medal wings for $6, Coors Light Silver Bullets for $2.75, bronze-colored Bayou rum drinks for $5, and $4 Zika shots—a tongue-in-cheek creation fusing Smirnoff citrus, triple sec cranberry juice, and pineapple juice. 710 S. Broadway, 410-522-0000

Liam Flynn’s Ale House: It’s only fitting that this neighborhood pub—a go-to spot for catching international soccer matches—would get in on the fun for the Olympics. As a nod to this summer’s host country, Liam Flynn’s is offering $5 Brazilian misto quente (ham and cheese) sandwiches alongside $4 “Caipirinha de Liam” drinks—the bar’s own riff on Brazil’s national cocktail that incorporates rum, mint, sugar, and lime. 22 W. North Ave., 410-244-8447

Polo Bar: This hotel bar inside Hunt Valley Inn is also showcasing authentic Caipirinhas, alongside a special menu of international small plates inspired by the competing teams. Highlights will include $8 all-American Buffalo wings, $16 French cheese and charcuterie boards, and $7 mini pork egg rolls in honor of Team China. 245 Shawan Road, Hunt Valley, 410-785-7000

2016 Oyster Olympics: Throughout the course of the Games, a handful of city hotspots including Slainte, Kooper’s, Rowhouse Grille, Ryleigh’s Oyster, and Mt. Washington Tavern are teaming up with Oyster Recovery Partnership (ORP) and Flying Dog Brewery for this special Olympic-themed promotion. From August 5-21, all participating restaurants will be running specials on oysters with Flying Dog beer pairings (think six raw oysters and a beer in a commemorative glass for $15.) Proceeds from the event will support ORP’s efforts to plant baby oysters in the Chesapeake Bay.

Slainte: In addition to participating in the Oyster Olympics, this Fells Point stalwart will be running soccer specials such as $3 Heineken, Newcastle Brown Ale, Dos Equis, and Strongbow Cider drafts during all tournament games. This weekend, the bar will also offer a complimentary breakfast buffet for all fans that purchase a beer and don their favorite jersey. 1700 Thames St., 410-563-6600

Looney’s Pub: In Canton Square, this neighborhood hangout is cheering on Team USA with discounted American beers. For all events, bar-goers can enjoy Budweiser and Bud Light bottles for $3. 2900 O’Donnell Square 410-675-9235

Mother’s Grille: During all USA events, head to any Mother’s location to down $3 Bud Light and $4 Stella Artois bottles while rocking your red, white, and blue. Multiple locations including 1113 S. Charles St., 410-244-8686

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]]> St. Patrick’s Day Bar Crawls, Concerts, and Parade Events https://www.baltimoremagazine.com/section/fooddrink/st-patricks-day-2016-bar-crawls-concerts-and-parade-events/ Thu, 25 Feb 2016 17:10:00 +0000 https://www.baltimoremagazine.com/?p=31666 Continued]]> As we roll into March, the local community is gearing up for sunshine, shamrocks, and plenty of bar blarney in honor of the Emerald Isle. Whether you’re hoping to spend your St. Patrick’s Day downing drafts of green beer, jamming to Celtic rock, or people-watching at parades, there are plenty of ways to get into the spirit.

One of the many downtown bars throwing large-scale celebrations this year is Slainte Irish Pub, whose annual “17 Days of Saint Patrick” festivities will be in full swing. While the Fells Point fixture will once again offer daily dining deals, drink specials, and live music, chief marketing officer Willy Dely says that the pub made it a point to throw new events—like a whiskey pairings dinner with Glendalough Distillery—into the mix this year.

“Every year we try to introduce new things and keep it exciting so that people have something to look forward to each day,” says Dely, who specifically notes that the pub’s festivities will include a pour-your-own-pint fundraiser benefiting recent DogWatch Tavern hit-and-run victim Jill Boram. “The local community is very strong, there is no issue at all when it’s about coming together and helping each other out.”

While a handful of city establishments have huge blowouts in the works, old-school neighborhood haunts like Patrick’s of Pratt Street, dubbed the oldest Irish pub in America, prefer to stick to the basics: finger-picking music, authentic eats, and pints of beer.

“We take a softer, kinder approach to St. Patrick’s Day,” says owner Patrick Rowley. “Of course people come and drink and have fun, but we don’t really plan anything big. We’ve been around for so long that these celebrations just happen.”

So whether you’re hoping to mix things up or celebrate the old-fashioned way, the local community boasts a wide array of options. Here are our picks:

BAR BLARNEY:

3/1: TULLAMORE D.E.W. IRISH WHISKEY TOAST AND TASTING
Nothing says Irish tradition like triple-distilled Tullamore D.E.W. whiskey, and this month, Tullamore ambassador Tim Herlihy is touring the United States to debut the brand’s 15-year-old trilogy blend. While in Baltimore, Herlihy will pay a visit Patrick’s of Pratt Street to toast the new blend and offer samples to diners. Patrick’s of Pratt Street, 934 W. Pratt St., 4:30 p.m., Free, 443-438-3749

3/5: CANTON IRISH STROLL
Throw on your most festive green and gold garb and wander around O’Donnell Square to take advantage of deals at more than 12 of Canton’s top taverns. Drink specials at participating square spots (like Looney’s Pub, Plug Ugly’s, and El Bufalo) will include $3 Miller Lites, $4 Blue Moons, and $5 Four Olives and Kraken Rum drinks. Registration at O’Donnell Square, 2919 O’Donnell St., 1 p.m., $10, 240-316-4170

3/12: FEDERAL HILL IRISH STROLL
Catch a glimpse of strolling bagpipers and lucky leprechauns while navigating your way through the crowds in the heart of Federal Hill. More than 15 of the neighborhood’s best bars have signed up to participate this year (think Ropewalk Tavern, Banditos, Stalking Horse, and the like) offering crawlers specials such as $3 Miller Lite cans, $4 Blue Moon and Summer Shandy bottles, and $5 Jameson Whiskey drinks. Registration at beer garden on East Cross St, 38 E. Cross St., 1 p.m., $15, 240-316-4170

3/12: FIRST ANNUAL BROAD AVENUE BAR CRAWL
Shortly after Mother’s Grille cuts the ribbon at its newest location in Timonium, the beloved burger bar will host this St. Paddy’s-inspired crawl with its new neighbors Ryleigh’s Oyster and Five Martini Bar. In honor of the occasion, all spots will feature Guinness and Bud Light specials. Multiple locations including 2450 Broad Ave., Timonium, 12 p.m., Free, 410-244-8686

3/12: ST. NATTY’S DAY PUB CRAWL
Fells Point Main Street is teaming up with Natty Boh to put a hometown-inspired spin on the neighborhood’s green bash this year. The price of admission includes no-cover access to all participating bars (including The Horse You Came in On Saloon and Cat’s Eye Pub), a festive T-shirt, and a commemorative coozie to use while guzzling down discounted cans of Natty Boh. Registration at Broadway Square, Intersection of S. Broadway and Eastern Ave., 11 a.m., $20, 410-675-8900

3/12: SHAMROCKS & SHENANIGANS
It should come as no surprise that Power Plant Live is getting in on the fun with one of its annual St. Paddy’s Day blowouts. The party starts with a Kegs & Eggs breakfast buffet at 10 a.m., followed by a full-fledged shamrock festival at 3p.m. Sip $3 domestic beers, $4 Irish whiskeys, and $5 shot and car bomb specials at all of the bars in the district while jamming to the Celtic sounds of The Shamrogues and Alter Ego. 34 Market Pl., 3 p.m., Free-$5, 410-727-5483

3/17: ST. PATRICK’S DAY CELEBRATION AT B’MORE BEERS
Hang out beneath the twinkling lights at this circular beer bar, located on the bottom level of Horseshoe Casino, and put the luck of the Irish to the test. In addition to festive drink deals (like $4 Irish cocktails, $9 car bombs, and $10 green beer pitchers), the bar will host a Beer Pong tournament and a beer stein-hoisting competition for cash prizes. B’More Beers, Horseshoe Casino, 1525 Russell St., 11 a.m., Free, 844-777-7463

FAMILY FUN:

3/13: SHAMROCK SHINDIG
Head downtown to celebrate at this massive festival featuring food trucks, beer and wine, live music, and kid-friendly activities like face painting, interactive crafts, and step dancing. Pierce’s Park, Pier 5, 10:30 a.m., Free, 410-779-5308

3/13: SAINT PATRICK’S SNAKES
Legend has it that Saint Patrick banished all of the snakes from the Emerald Isle back in the fifth century. Though the snakes in Ireland might be lacking, Lake Roland has plenty of them. Kids are invited to meet some of the slithering creatures up close and create a festive craft at this event hosted by the Lake Roland Nature Council. Lake Roland, 1000 Lakeside Drive, 2 p.m., $3, 410-887-4154

3/17: HERE’S TO THE GREEN
Learn the meanings behind all of the traditional Irish symbols at this after-school event hosted by the Enoch Pratt Free Library. Kids will practice an authentic jig, read a St. Patrick’s Day story, and sample Irish soda bread. Enoch Pratt Free Library Cherry Hill Branch, 606 Cherry Hill Road, 3 p.m., Free, 410-396-1168

PARADE PARTIES:

3/13: ST. PATRICK’S DAY PARADE
Grab your lawn chairs, claim your spot, and watch as a bounty of colorful floats and marching bands make their way from the Washington Monument to the Inner Harbor in this annual tradition. Washington Monument, 699 N. Charles St., 2 p.m., Free

3/13: SHAMROCK 5K
Before the big parade steps off, lace up your running shoes and partake in this jolly jog around the city. After you cross the finish line at Power Plant Live, celebrate the accomplishment at a post-race party with music, prizes, and awards. Charles and Mulberry Streets, 1:15 p.m., $45

3/13: ST. PATRICK’S DAY PARADE PARTY BUS
If you’re worried about parking and Uber surges on parade day, The Life of Reilly has got you covered. The Butcher’s Hill pub is offering round-trip transportation to and from Mt. Vernon, and a post-parade party with a bottomless buffet and all-you-can-drink craft beer. The Life of Reilly, 2031 E. Fairmount Avenue, 12:30 p.m., $55, 410-327-6425

3/13: PARADE DAY AT TIR NA NOG
Pregame for the parade by sipping $5 mimosas, Bloody Marys, and Jameson shots, while enjoying live music by Anne O’Doherty and Danny Burns. If you can’t make it on parade day, the pub’s live music lineup on March 17 will feature The Shamrogues and The Ernie Fowler Trio. Tir na Nog Irish Bar and Grill, 201 E. Pratt St., Times vary, Free, 410-483-8968

3/13: PARADE DAY AT MICK O’SHEA’S
Snag a front-row seat to the parade at this Mt. Vernon pub, which will sell concession-style eats and drinks in its alley for spectators. After the floats pass by, rockers Gaelic Mishap will take the stage inside the bar at 2 p.m. Mark your calendar for Mick O’Shea’s official St. Patrick’s Day celebration on the 17th, complete with a full Irish breakfast and tunes from Donegal XPress at 5:30 p.m. Mick O’Shea’s Irish Pub, 328 N. Charles St., Times vary, Free, 410-539-7504

MERRY MUSIC:

3/11-3/12: CLADDAGH PUB’S 21st ANNUAL MEET IN THE STREET
Head to the heated tents in Canton’s O’Donnell Square to partake in this annual event hosted by Irish staple Claddagh Pub. The weekend-long festivities will feature authentic eats, live music, and, of course, plenty of beer. The tents will be up rain or shine, boasting performances by local bands Hot Tub Limo, Kristen and the Noise, Starcrush, and Crushing Day. 2918 O’Donnell St., Times vary, Free, 410-522-4220

3/17: THE WHISKEY FEATHERS AT DELIA FOLEY’S
Sparks-based folk band The Whiskey Feathers will provide the soundtrack to the St. Paddy’s Day party Delia Foley’s Irish Pub in Federal Hill this year. Take in the bluesy harmonica riffs while digging in to authentic Irish eats like Shepherd’s Pie, smoked Reuben sandwiches, mac and cheese with corned beef, and chicken roulade. Delia Foley’s Irish Pub, 1439 S. Charles St., 4:30 p.m., Free, 443-682-9141

3/17: HOOLEY AT THE HARBOR
Former governor Martin O’Malley (who recently withdrew his name from the presidential ballot) is making a musical comeback at this all-day soiree, which will feature live music by his seven-member pub rock band, O’Malley’s March. The event will also highlight James Joyce’s signature Irish delicacies, including its award-winning beef and Guinness stew and corned beef and cabbage. No need to worry if you can’t make it to the party; Mix 106.5 will be on hand to broadcast the entire thing live. The James Joyce Irish Pub & Restaurant, 616 President St., 6 a.m., Free, 410-727-5107

MULTI-DAY SOIREES:

3/1-3/17: THE 17 DAYS OF SAINT PATRICK
St. Patrick’s Day is a month-long event at this Fells Point staple. Daily happenings on the calendar leading up to St. Paddy’s include everything from whiskey tasting dinners and complimentary dance tutorials to Guinness-engraving programs and a pour-your-own-pint contest to benefit Jill Boram, who sustained serious injuries after a violent hit and run outside of DogWatch Tavern earlier this month. All of the events lead up to the big celebration on March 17, when the pub will open at 6 a.m. Slainte Irish Pub, 1700 Thames St., Times vary, 410-563-6600

3/5-3/17: ANNAPOLIS IRISH WEEK
Downtown Annapolis has orchestrated an entire week of festive events leading up to the big day. The celebration kicks off with a pub crawl and a benefit bash at the Loews Annapolis Hotel, followed by the annual Annapolis St. Patrick’s Day Parade,whiskey tastings, and a performance by Celtic rockers The Young Dubliners at Ram’s Head on Stage. Downtown Annapolis. Locations, times, and prices vary. 410-280-0445

3/11-3/17: ST. PATRICK’S DAY FESTIVAL AT AN POITIN STIL
If you’ll be celebrating from the county, head to this Timonium watering hole for a week of live music, food and drink specials, and even a family-fun day with clowns, balloon artists, face painters, and a hot chocolate bar on March 13. Daily specials will include $12 Irish stew, $10 bangers and mash, and $5 Tullamore D.E.W. Irish coffees, and the live music lineup will feature The New Brigade and The Luthervillians. An Poitin Stil, 2323 York Road, Times vary, 410-560-7900

3/16-3/20: ST. PATRICK’S DAY PARTY AT THE HARP
With more than 11,000-square-feet of entertainment space, this Bel Air hangout boasts plenty of room for a celebration. Highlights of this year’s fete will include beat-the-clock craft beer specials starting at $1, raffles, prizes, and live music by local rockers Synful Pleasure, The Rollex Band, and the Ernie Fowler Trio. The Harp Restaurant & Catering, 8706 Bel Air Road, Nottingham, Times vary, 410-529-4277

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]]> Weekend Lineup: Nov. 25-29 https://www.baltimoremagazine.com/section/events/weekend-lineup-nov-25-29/ Tue, 24 Nov 2015 17:20:00 +0000 https://www.baltimoremagazine.com/?p=69796 Continued]]> Five things to eat, drink, see, hear, and do with your Charm City and Thanksgiving weekend (which, let’s be honest, starts now).

EAT

Nov. 28: 16th Annual Oyster Festival

Kooper’s Tavern, 1702
Thames St. 11 a.m.-6 p.m. Free. 410-563-5423. kooperstavern.com.

Oysters, oysters—everywhere—and this weekend, they’ll be shucked up and slurped down in Fells Point at the 16th annual oyster festival at Kooper’s Tavern and Sláinte Irish Pub. If you’re sick and tired of turkey and stuffing, make your way to Thames Street and try more than 20 different oysters including bay beauties like Choptank Sweets, Chincoteagues, and Mobjack Bays, as well as out-of-town favorites like Blue Points, Cape May Salts, Narragansett Bays, and PEI Raspberry Points. Have them raw, grilled, po’boyed, or in shooters alongside the perfect pairing of craft beers and cocktails. Afterwards, learn about those salty sweets with the Oyster Recovery Partnership, who will be in attendance to talk about local restoration efforts up and down the Chesapeake Bay.

DRINK

Nov. 25: Stache Bash at Jailbreak Brewing

Jailbreak Brewing Company, 9445 Washington Blvd., Laurel. 3-10 p.m. Free. 443-345-9699. jailbreakbrewing.com.

Move over, man bun. Scram, Macklemore-buzzed-side-slickback. Out of all hipster-chic fashion trends for men, we have to go with the mustache. It’s a classic that’s been here long enough and, for the unforeseeable future, is here to stay. In the month of Movember, celebrate facial hair everywhere at Jailbreak Brewing Company’s first annual Stache Bash on Thanksgiving Eve. Sip Ryemin’ & Stealin ales and Scolville Jalapeno IPAs (with happy hour all night long and all growlers 20-percent off), nosh on Bullhead Pit Beef with live music by local indie folk artist Matt Hutchison, and wave your whiskers in the air with gusto and gumption, as prizes will be awarded to the evening’s best bristles. A portion of the proceeds will benefit D.C. Central Kitchen.

SEE

Nov. 28-Jan. 1: Miracle on 34th Street

700 block of W. 34 St. 5-11 p.m. Free. christmasstreet.com.

Christmas comes early in Baltimore again this month, just as it has for the past 69 years. After Thanksgiving gives you that first dose of the festive feels, head to Hampden for holiday hoopla on steroids. In true weird and wonderful Baltimore fashion, the entire 700 block of West 34th Street will deck its digs in bright holiday lights, sporting everything from illuminated Bohs and glitzy Miss Utz to twinkling crabs, flamingos, and the famous hubcap tree. Through New Year’s Day, join the throngs of locals and tourists alike on the city sidewalks of this Charm City classic to get in the seasonal spirit.

HEAR

Nov. 25: The Bridge

Rams Head Live, 20 Market Pl. 9 p.m. $25. 410-244-1131. ramsheadlive.com.

It was 14 years ago that a group of friends got together on the hallowed night of Thanksgiving Eve for a few beers and jams at a local bar. Perhaps it was timing, perhaps it was something called fate, but from out of that November night, a band was born—The Bridge—and ever since, the roots-rock sextet has been a beloved hometown favorite. They gained a loyal following of fans, toured the local venues, got big-league gigs like Bonnaroo and All Good, but eventually, like some of the greatest love stories, they broke up, unable to sustain the expensive lifestyle that comes with the music industry. In the years that followed, frontman Cris Jacobs struck off on his own solo adventures around the city, the band got back together for the occasional benefit concert, but wherever they went, and wherever they go from here, it always comes back to that very first gig. This week, catch them at their annual Turkey Wednesday night celebration with two full sets and opening act Scrambled Greg of Pigeons Playing Ping Pong. Proceeds from raffle tickets will benefit Gather Baltimore, which collects surplus produce and redistributes it to the city’s underserved citizens.

DO

Nov. 28: Bazaart Holiday Art Market

American Visionary Art Musuem, 800 Key Hwy. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Free. 410-244-1900. avam.org.

This holiday season, boycott those big-box behemoths and instead buy your loved ones some special local gifts. At AVAM’s annual holiday market, support city artisans, partake Small Business Saturday, and browse original works by more than 40 regional craftspeople, including paintings, sculpture, metalwork, jewelry, textiles, and apparel, with free museum admission and early bird shopping at the First Dibs preview party on Friday. Don’t miss dainty, delicate paper cuts by Annie Howe, wall-worthy screen-prints from Baltimore Print Studio, Baltimore map T-shirts from Red Prairie Press, fleecy creature toys by Cotton Monster, Maryland crab tea towels from FuzzyMug, bright urban oil paintings by Charlene Clark, and metallic mosaics from AVAM’s own Rick Shelley. If anyone is shopping for us, we’ll take one of Byrdie’s vintage-inspired necklaces and a bottle of PrayaMeansLove’s hayride-scented perfume.

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]]> Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day With Shepherd’s Pie https://www.baltimoremagazine.com/section/fooddrink/celebrate-st-patricks-day-with-shepherds-pie/ Wed, 04 Mar 2015 17:02:00 +0000 https://www.baltimoremagazine.com/?p=25399 Continued]]> When Slàinte Irish Pub & Restaurant owner Patrick Russell decided to open an Irish bar in Fells Point, he had everything but a name.

“I was sitting at the bar drinking a beer with Hugh Sisson, the founder of Heavy Seas Beer,” recounts Russell. “We had come up with the menu ideas and the place was literally under construction when I said to Hugh, ‘I need a name.’ It was Hugh who came up with Slàinte, the Irish toast for ‘to good health.'”

For Russell, who also owns Kooper’s, opening Slàinte in 2004 was the fulfillment of a lifelong dream. “I’ve always loved going into Irish pubs and drinking a pint of Guinness,” says Russell, who is of Irish descent. “It’s that warm atmosphere and inviting atmosphere that I love.”

To add to the air of authenticity, Slàinte’s menu includes hearty comfort food and traditional Irish pub grub. “Fish and chips and shepherd’s pie are a rite of passage for pub owners,” says Russell, “but I’m reluctant to give you our recipe for shepherd’s pie, because I think ours is the best.”

Fortunately for us, just in time for St. Patrick’s Day, Russell relented. Luck of the Irish, indeed.

Slàinte’s Shepherd’s Pie

2 tablespoons canola oil
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 large onion, chopped
2-3 medium carrots, chopped
1 pound ground beef
2 tablespoons tomato purée
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
2 cups of beef stock (preferably homemade)
1 sprig of fresh rosemary
2 pounds Yukon Gold potatoes cut into chunks
6 tablespoons butter
1 cup milk
Salt and pepper

Heat the oil in a medium saucepan, and then soften the garlic, onion and carrots for a few minutes. When soft, turn up the heat, add minced beef and brown, draining excess fat. Add tomato purée and Worcestershire sauce, frying for several minutes. Pour over the stock. Add rosemary, bring to a simmer, then cover and cook for 40 minutes, uncovering halfway.

Meanwhile, heat the oven to 350 Fahrenheit. Boil potatoes in salted water for 10-15 minutes until tender. Drain, then mash with the butter and milk.

Place the minced meat mixture into an ovenproof dish, top with the mashed potatoes and ruffle with a fork. Bake for 20-25 minutes until the top is starting to color and the mince is bubbling through at the edges. (Leave to stand for 5 minutes before serving.) Serves 4.

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]]> Five Fun Mardi Gras Parties https://www.baltimoremagazine.com/section/fooddrink/five-fun-mardi-gras-parties/ Fri, 13 Feb 2015 09:26:52 +0000 https://www.baltimoremagazine.com/?p=66634 Continued]]> While you’re sitting at your desk daydreaming about prancing down Bourbon Street with the best of them in New Orleans this year, don’t forget that there’s plenty of Mardi Gras fun to go around right here in Charm City. So throw on a mask, grab some beads, and order a Sazerac while you enjoy these festive celebrations on Fat Tuesday.

Mardi Gras North: Stop by this annual event, hosted by Fells Point cohorts Kooper’s Tavern and Sláinte Irish Pub, to get a taste of all things ‘Nawlins on Fat Tuesday. Chow down on Cajun-inspired offerings like classic jambalaya, seafood gumbo, and po’boys at both locations, while jamming to music from DIG Jazz Combo at Kooper’s and funk band Sound Makers Union at Sláinte. Drink specials at both venues will include $3 Miller Lite and Blue Moon bottles and $5 Hurricanes, Sazeracs, and other NOLA-inspired cocktails. 1700 and 1702 Thames St., 410-563-6600.

Birroteca: Known for its unique pizzas and excellent variety of beers on tap, this popular Woodberry spot is a great place to hang out any day, but Birroteca is throwing a special Mardi Gras Pint Night co-hosted by Abita Brewing Company in honor of the festive holiday. The celebration starts at 5 p.m., highlighting some of Abita’s specialty seasonal brews for guests to sample. To sweeten the deal, all party guests will receive a free pint glass with the first purchase of any Abita beer. 1520 Clipper Mill Road, 443-708-1934.

Shoo-Fly Diner: Some of the local food scene’s hottest names are coming together to throw this soiree. Tooloulou, Dylan’s Oyster Cellar, Jinji’s Chocolates, and Flying Dog Brewery have all partnered up with Shoo-Fly to host this New Orleans-inspired event at Spike Gjerde’s Belvedere Square restaurant. From 6-10 p.m., dance the night away with jazz music by Sac Au Lait, sip boozy slushes, enjoy some mouthwatering gumbo and crawfish, and search for prizes in the King Cake to celebrate Mardi Gras in style. 510 E. Belvedere Ave., 410-464-9222.

Mother’s Grille: From weekday happy-hour deals to Ravens pep rallies, this fun neighborhood tavern in Federal Hill is a go-to spot for any occasion that calls for refreshing brews and cocktails. Highlights of Mothers’ “Phat Tuesday Party” will include classics like Hurricanes, gumbo, and plenty of colorful beads for all attendees. 1113 S. Charles St., 410-244-8686.

Mardi Gras Party at Power Plant Live: If you’re one of the Valentine’s Day cynics who’d choose a cocktail over a box of heart-shaped candy any day, then grab some friends and head to this downtown nightlife attraction for an all-inclusive bash from 9 p.m. to 12 a.m. on February 14. Stilt-walkers, fire-breathers, Cirque-style aerialists, live music, free drinks, and no-cover access to nine of Power Plant’s bars are all included in the price of admission to this massive party. 34 Market Place, 410-727-5483.

Laissez les bons temps rouler!

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]]> Snow Day Food and Drink Specials https://www.baltimoremagazine.com/section/fooddrink/snow-day-food-and-drink-specials-2/ Tue, 06 Jan 2015 12:00:00 +0000 https://www.baltimoremagazine.com/?p=66800 Continued]]> While some of us are stuck in traffic or glued to our desks for the day, there are plenty of other (read: better) ways to enjoy Baltimore’s first snow of the season. Here we’ve complied some food and drink specials to warm up anyone’s day.

Mahaffey’s Pub: No strangers to snow, the Denver-based Great Divide Brewing Company will have some of its beer featured at Mahaffey’s Pub in Canton. Starting at 3 p.m., guests can sip on Yeti, an espresso oak aged imperial stout while also enjoying Mahaffey’s steak night and giveaways that begin at 6 p.m. 2706 Dillon St., 410-276-9899.

Brewer’s Cask: The Federal Hill beer bar opened a few hours early, at noon today, and is offering three craft beers for $8. Customers can choose from 20 specialty craft beers on tap and also get a half-price burger (which is a new weekly special). 1236 Light St., 410-273-9377.

Sláinte Irish Pub: This Fells Point pub (now with a full three floors of enjoyment) is serving breakfast with $10 bottomless Bloody Marys and mimosas. There will also be $6.50 Irish cheesesteaks and $3.50 S.I.P. pints (Sláinte’s house beer made by Oliver Brewing). Sports fans can FA Cup and NHL games live all day. 1700 Thames St., 410-563-6600.

Blue Pit BBQ: Starting just yesterday, Blue Pit BBQ in Woodberry is now serving lunch from 11:30 a.m.-4 p.m. The menu includes items like a bratwurst sandwich on a pretzel roll, chopped brisket, Chesapeake pickleback slaw, and four-cheese mac. If that doesn’t keep you warm enough, the restaurant’s whiskey bar will also be open during lunch. 1601 Union Ave., 443-948-5590.

Hamilton Bakery: If you want to go a bit more wholesome, Hamilton Bakery will be offering a free large cup of coffee with a purchase of any pastry. And not just any coffee, but Zeke’s custom Hamilton Bakery Blend. 5414 Harford Rd., 410-254-0797.

The Wharf Rat: If it’s a huge fireplace you want to curl up next to, The Wharf Rat is your best bet. The bar is running its three half-pints for $8 special today, and the spot’s huge, open hearth will be roaring in the back bar. 801 S. Ann St., 410-276-8304.

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]]> ​Pregame Platter: Ravens at New Orleans https://www.baltimoremagazine.com/section/fooddrink/pregame-platter-ravens-at-new-orleans/ Tue, 18 Nov 2014 13:50:00 +0000 http://server2.local/BIT-SPRING/baltimoremagazine.com/html/?post_type=article&p=7549

Ravens at Saints, Monday Nov. 24, 8:30 p.m., Mercedes-Benz Superdome, ESPN

By the time Monday Night Football kicks off, 15 days will have elapsed since the Ravens last suited up. So you can bet the players—and certainly the fans—will indeed be ready for some football. Baltimore returns to the city of its last title triumph for a game that could affect each team’s hopes of getting to this year’s Super Bowl. Remarkably, the Saints are tied for first place in the woeful NFC South division with a 4-6 record. But they still have Drew Brees, one of the league’s outstanding quarterbacks, and a rabid fan base that will be lubed up and ready to explode. I have a feeling that will describe a lot of Ravens fans watching in Baltimore as well.

What to Eat: Stop into Sláinte in Fells Point for a big ol’ bowl of seafood gumbo (recently featured, and rightly so, on Diners, Drive-Ins, and Dives), or pick up a bucket of spicy fried chicken (and dirty rice) from Adam Jones’ beloved Popeye’s. (Washington Post food critic Tom Sietsema consistently lists it among his guilty pleasures.) If you don’t want to leave the house or even “cook,” grab a box of McCormick-owned Zatarain’s jambalaya mix, some smoked sausage and de-shelled oysters, chop up an onion and a bell pepper, and dump it all into a pot of boiling water. Reduce the burner to low, cover, and 30 minutes later douse with hot sauce. I guarantee it’s the easiest (only?) Cajun meal you’ve ever made.

What to Drink: Abita has been brewing excellent beers 30 miles north of New Orleans for nearly three decades. Its Jockamo IPA, Purple Haze, and Turbodog (a dark brown ale) are staples throughout the city and can be found in many liquor stores in Baltimore. I’ll be having Restoration Pale Ale, sales of which has raised more than $550,000 for hurricane relief. Brewed with pale, caramel, and carapils malts, it has a “rich body, mild bitterness, and a snappy citrus hop flavor and aroma.”

The Sazerac Company has been producing spirits in New Orleans for nearly a century. The Sazerac cocktail has been a favorite in the Big Easy for even longer. Here’s how to make one at home.

  • 1 cube sugar
  • 1 1/2 ounces (35ml) Sazerac Rye Whiskey or Buffalo Trace Bourbon
  • 1/4 ounce Herbsaint
  • 3 dashes Peychaud’s Bitters
  • Lemon peel

Directions:
Pack an Old-Fashioned glass with ice. In a second Old-Fashioned glass place the sugar cube and add the Peychaud’s Bitters to it, then crush the sugar cube. Add the whiskey to the second glass containing the Peychaud’s Bitters and sugar. Empty the ice from the first glass and coat the glass with the Herbsaint, then discard the remaining Herbsaint. Empty the whiskey/bitters/sugar mixture from the second glass into the first glass and garnish with lemon peel.

If You Go: Please, please wander off Bourbon Street. With plenty of chain restaurants and bars, crappy strip clubs, and drunken revelers who think they’re in the “real” New Orleans, most of Bourbon Street is not unlike Harborplace and The Block rolled into one. There are exceptions of course (the venerable restaurant Galatoire’s, blues bar The Funky Pirate, and touristy-but-still-worth-at-least-one-trip Pat O’Brien’s and Lafitte Blacksmith Shop Bar being a few), but would you want an out-of-towner to judge Baltimore based on a trip to Hooters or the Hard Rock?

The soul of this beautiful and other-worldly city lies in the narrow brick-lined streets of the greater French Quarter, in the music clubs that line Frenchmen Street (The Spotted Cat is always hoppin’), in the nouveau restaurants of the Warehouse District (Donald Link’s Cochon executes Cajun cooking brilliantly), and in the magnificent mansions of the Garden District.

For every must-hit like beignets at Café du Monde, mix in a trip to a place like Miss Mae’s (an Uptown dive bar near the legendary music club Tipitina’s). The best way to enjoy New Orleans, however, is to have no plan at all. Stroll through the city at a leisurely pace (if you’re in the quarter you can even sip an adult beverage so long as it’s in a plastic cup), stopping into a restaurant that lures you with the smell of boiling shrimp, or a bar from which the sweet wail of a saxophone proves irresistible.

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]]> Sláinte on Diners, Drive-Ins, and Dives Tonight https://www.baltimoremagazine.com/section/fooddrink/slainte-on-diners-drive-ins-and-dives-tonight/ Fri, 14 Nov 2014 14:52:00 +0000 https://www.baltimoremagazine.com/?p=67072 Continued]]> Several months ago, rumors swirled that Guy Fieri and his red Camaro were in town visiting some Baltimore hotspots. Well, tonight we can hear what the spikey-haired host thought as Food Network airs a Diner, Drive-Ins, and Dives episode at 10 p.m. that features Sláinte Irish Pub and Restaurant in Fells Point.

Known for its English and Irish pub grub, as well as being an amazing setting for soccer games, Sláinte’s highlights on the show will include its spicy gumbo (previously a Baltimore’s best) as indicated by a Food Network tweet earlier.

While he was in town, Fieri also visited Johnny Rad’s, Clementine, and Jimmy’s Famous Seafood. That episode is airing on Nov. 21 with this Food Network description:

This trip, Guy’s hitting the pavement for a tasty tour of Baltimore. First, just off Dundalk Ave, the local legend cranking out all kinds of crab plates. Then in the Hamilton neighborhood, the farm-to-table spot cooking up bacon-wrapped meatloaf and Asian braised pork. And in the Upper Fells Point neighborhood, the funky pizza joint firing up some outta bounds pies and savory risotto balls.

Additionally, DDD (as it’s become known) will pay homage to another local hotspot later in the month, including Swallow at the Hollow, a dive-bar institution in Belvedere Square. That episode will air Nov. 28 and staffers at the bar said they will throw a viewing party. 

Of course, if you want a more immediate taste of Guy Fieri, you can head over to his restaurant in Horseshoe Casino. A full (and we mean filling) review will be in our upcoming December issue.

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