As the snow falls, plenty of bars and restaurants are open and ready to provide a warm setting for a tasty cocktail. So brave the cold and head out to a neighborhood spot to take advantage of these food and drink specials. A blizzard in Baltimore is just one big all-day happy hour, after all.

Avenue Kitchen & Bar: This Hampden hangout will be hosting an all-day snow party with discounted eats and drinks from noon to 7 p.m. Bundle up tight and head to the Avenue for cocktail specials (think the sweet frozen rosé or a smoky Paloma) and $20 crab cakes all day. 911 W. 36th St. 443-961-8515

Chez Hugo: There’s nothing like a warm bowl of soup when the temperatures start to drop, and this French bistro downtown is featuring a special soupe a l’oignon combo served with a green salad for $15 during lunch. Stop in to sample the aromatic onion broth topped with a crouton and hearty hunk of melty gruyère cheese. 206 E. Redwood St. 443-438-3002

Don’t Know Tavern: Forget your winter worries and pretend it’s summertime with a $5 Orange Crush at this Federal Hill staple. Don’t Know will also offer $3.50 draft beers and $5 orders of wings throughout the day. 1453 Light St. 410-539-0231

Lee’s Pint & Shell: This Canton hangout is always down for a party, and snow days are no exception. The bar will open early and offer $1 Rumple Minze shots starting at 11 a.m. Stick around for happy hour at 4 p.m. to fill up on $5 mini pizzas, quesadillas, and duck nachos. 2844 Hudson St. 410-327-2883

Lobo: Nothing says cozy like the toasty sandwiches and warm soups at this corner spot in Fells Point, which will be opening early at 2 p.m. Indulge in steamy bowls of pho, as well as happy hour specials on oysters, beer, cocktails, wine, and snacks from 2-7 p.m. 1900 Aliceanna St., 410-327-0303

Looney’s Pub: Discounted drinks will be flowing all day at this O’Donnell Square staple, which is celebrating the snow day accordingly with happy-hour specials starting at 11 a.m. Chow down on $2-off tacos while sipping $2 Miller Lites, $3 Blue Moon bottles, and $4 microbrews. 2900 O’Donnell St. 410-675-9235

Noona’s: Settle in at this Midtown newbie to dig in to hot sourdough pizzas while sipping discounted drinks. The neighborhood gathering spot is highlighting $1-off all drafts and $2-off select wine and cocktails throughout the day. 1203 W. Mt. Royal Ave. 410-424-0857

Order & Chaos: Treat yourself to a frothy latte or piping-hot cappuccino at this Key Highway coffee shop, which is offering 15 percent-off all pastries with the purchase of any coffee beverage. Enjoy a fresh muffin, scone, or signature handheld waffle for a filling snow day breakfast. 1410 Key Highway. 410-244-1111

The Red Star: Both Red Star locations in Fells Point and Charles Village are taking advantage of the wintry weather with happy hour prices all day. Cozy up under the dim lights to sip $5 draft beers, wines by the glass, and well cocktails from lunch until close. Other deals include $9 appetizers (think fried Brussels sprouts and creamy crab dip) and $6 martinis. Plus, the special Connie’s Chicken & Waffles pop-up at the Fells Point location is still on for 5-10 p.m. Multiple locations including 906 S. Wolfe St. 410-675-0212

Vida Taco Bar: Pregame for National Margarita Day (this Friday) with half-priced pitchers at this taco spot in Harbor Point. The floor-to-ceiling glass windows are ideal for watching the snow pile up, and you can’t go wrong with the tacos—filled with everything from Buffalo cauliflower to tinga chicken. 1401 Point St. 443-835-3474

Wet City: In Mt. Vernon, the team at Wet City will be mixing up warm cocktails like a signature mulled cider (dark rum, amaro, mulling spices, and a clove-studded orange peel garnish) as well as a hot toddy made with local cinnamon-walnut Wight Tea, lazaroni amaretto, honey, and lemon. The bar is also highlighting tons of food specials, including cast iron hanger steak, a loaded chili dog, and Nashville hot fried oysters. 223 W. Chase St. 443-873-6699

The Waterfront Hotel: Avoid cabin fever by heading out to this Fells Point favorite for $1-off premium drafts, $2 Natty Bohs, and $4 rail drinks throughout the storm. Pair all of the discounted drinks with warm food specials including $8 pork belly sliders, crab pretzel sticks, curry mussels, and crunchy calamari. 1710 Thames St. 410-537-5055

The Wine Source: Hampden locals in need of provisions should look no further than this neighborhood spirits shop, which is fully stocked with plenty of bottles to hold everyone over until the storm passes. Shoppers buying in bulk will receive 10 percent-off of their purchase when they buy a half case of six bottles, or 20 percent-off when they buy a full case of 12 bottles. 3601 Elm Ave. 410-467-7777

Additional reporting by Skyler Aikerson.

So much for the first day of spring. This week might officially mark the start of the warmer season, but Winter Storm Toby has Baltimoreans stocking up on groceries and breaking out the folding chairs to reserve their parking spots. The nor’easter is expected to bring high winds, and dump nearly eight inches of snow on Charm City and the surrounding areas through Wednesday, March 21.

Although schools and offices might be closed, local bars and restaurants will be open for business—offering snow day deals to keep you feeling cozy throughout the storm. So bundle up tight, throw on a pair of boots, and head to these area watering holes to fully embrace the snowy weather. 

101 Deli Bar: This Federal Hill hangout, along with its neighboring sister-spots Banditos and Wayward Smokehouse, will all be offering all-day happy hour deals to celebrate the snow day. At 101, enjoy $2 snacks like crostinis and fried mozzarella, as well as discounted draft beers, cocktails, and wines. 1118 S. Charles St., 443-682-9480.

Blue Pit BBQ & Whiskey Bar: Bartender Doug Atwell is serving up a special spiked cocoa to help neighbors stay warm at this Hampden hangout. Snag a seat at the bar to enjoy the Cross Country #2, which combines cocoa with Mellow Corn whiskey, Fernet-Branca amaro, and Angostura rum cream. 1601 Union Ave., 443-948-5590

The Brewer’s Art: Retreat from the freezing temperatures at this Mt. Vernon gem, which will be opening for dinner service at 4 p.m. Specifically for the storm, the microbrewery is putting its barrel-aged Charm City Cherry on draft. Sample the brew while enjoying hearty dishes like chili-glazed pork belly and Roseda steak frites from chef Andrew Weinzirl. 1106 N. Charles St., 410-547-6925

Das Bier Haus: In Federal Hill, this German beer hall is giving the term “snow boots” an entirely new meaning. Grab a group of friends and down a three-liter boot of beer while digging into eats like giant pretzels and poutine. The bar is opening early at 11 a.m., and offering a special list of snow specials all day long. 1542 Light St., 443-708-8854

The Food Market: In honor of Winter Storm Toby, this Hampden dining destination is offering a $20 dinner special on steak frites with three-onion butter, truffle parmesan fries, and charred asparagus,. Plus, The Food Market’s daily happy hour specials begin at 5 p.m. 1017 W. 36th St., 410-366-0606. 

Joe Squared: This Station North hangout famous for its live music and square-shaped pizzas will be throwing a special “O’ Spring Where Art Thou?” pizza party on March 20 and 21. All diners who brave the cold to visit the eatery will receive a free cheese pizza with the purchase of any other pie. There will also be plenty of drink options to wash down the eats, as Joe Squared boasts a lengthy draft list and one of the largest rum collections around. 33 W. North Ave., 410-545-0444

Lee’s Pint & Shell: Head to this Canton corner spot to welcome the storm in style with $2 Miller Lites and $5 Smirnoff bombs starting at 12 p.m., and running throughout the day and night. 2844 Hudson St., 410-327-2883

Lobo: Nothing says cozy like the toasted sandwiches and hearty soups at this corner spot in Fells Point, which will be opening early at 2 p.m. on Wednesday. Head to the bar to indulge in steamy bowls of pho, as well as happy hour specials on oysters, beer, cocktails, wine, and snacks from 2-7 p.m. 1900 Aliceanna St., 410-327-0303.

Luigi’s Italian Deli: Stay in your pajamas and head to this Hampden favorite to enjoy all-day breakfast until 4 p.m. Plus, as a one-day-only snow special, Luigi’s is offering a free bag of Utz chips with the purchase of any sandwich. 846 W. 36th St., 43-438-4195

Mt. Washington Tavern: Watch the flakes fall from this neighborhood gathering spot, which will be offering snow day specials including $2 Narragansett cans and $4 rail pints. The menu also lists plenty of cold-weather snacks including bowls of three-beef chili and Maryland crab soup. 5700 Newbury St., 410-367-6903

Parts & Labor: Grab a group of friends and head to this Remington spot to play a game of life-sized Jenga, and indulge in all-day happy hour deals. 2600 N. Howard St., 443-873-8887

The Point in Fells: Bundle up tight and walk Fells Point’s cobblestone streets to land at this community pub. The Point will be hosting an all-day snow day happy hour featuring $4 wines and drafts, $5 calls and bombs, and $6 Crushes. 1738 Thames St., 410-327-7264

The Rowhouse Grille: Brave the slushy sidewalks and make your way over to this Federal Hill neighborhood haunt to celebrate the snow day accordingly with $4 drafts and $8 burgers all day long. 1400 Light St., 443-438-7289