A batch of new beach bars are joining the city’s open-air dining scene this summer, which means it’s the perfect time to throw on a pair of shades and head out for a sun-soaked day drink. Whether you’re into boozy slushies, rum punches, classic daiquiris, or trendy tiki cocktails, these new (and returning) seasonal spots have something to please all palates. In between visits to our coveted dockside destinations and sky-high rooftop bars, enjoy a little change of scenery at one of these outdoor hangouts.

El Tigre: Not only has the Dooby’s team graced us with Old Boy and Fat Tiger inside the new Broadway Market, but they’ve also launched El Tigre—a pan-Latin-inspired tiki bar that expands cocktail service outside onto Broadway Square. Beneath the twinkling lights on the market’s patio, beverage director Tyler DiMarco pours thoughtful creations including the cachaça-forward “Muito Bom,” a classic Planter’s Punch, and the “Viracocha”—a flagship cocktail made with Peruvian pisco, dry gin, tropical fruit juices, and cinnamon. “It embodies who we are and what our mission is,” DiMarco says of the Viracocha, which is named after the ancient Peruvian Incan god of the sun.

Standout sip: The “El Teniente,” an agave-infused riff on the classic Navy Grog that combines Ilegal Mezcal Joven, reposado tequila, aperol, passion fruit puree, baking spices, absinthe, and star anise. 1640 Aliceanna St.

Long Beach Marina: The recently renovated bar and restaurant at this full-service marina in Bowleys Quarters has all of the essentials for an island staycation. In addition to the palm trees and frequent performances by reggae and steel drum bands, the refreshed menu features summer staples like sesame ahi tuna and massive crab cakes. Pair the eats with fruity cocktails including the “Bananarama” (banana rum, peach schnapps, and pineapple juice) and the “Coconut Concussion”—a mix of coconut rum, Sprite, and muddled lime.

Standout sip: The “Mermaid Water” with Captain Morgan spiced rum, pineapple juice, lime juice, and blue curacao. 800 Chester Rd., Bowleys Quarters. 410-335-8602

Ouzo Beach: Ouzo Bay in Harbor East is expanding its footprint across Lancaster Street with this sister venue expected to open next week. Decked out with blue stone, palm trees, a wooden trellis, and tons of tropical plants, the streetside oasis is meant to resemble the courtyard of a Mediterranean-style villa. The bar team is rolling out some creative cocktails for the new concept, including a “Gin & Juice” cocktail made with Baltimore Spirits Company’s Shot Tower Gin and a frozen “Cold Fashioned.”

Standout sip: The “Rose All Day” mixed with ginger and rose water. 1000 Lancaster St. 443-708-5818

Raw Bar: After sitting vacant since last fall, Boathouse Canton has been brought back to life by the team behind Bond Street Social and Barcocina. As its name suggests, the waterfront social spot offers a seafood-focused menu emphasizing raw oysters, rockfish tacos, crab cakes, and lobster rolls. While taking in the harborside sites from the patio and outdoor gazebo, enjoy island-inspired cocktails like hibiscus margaritas, blackberry sangria, Sagamore whiskey lemonade, a classic Bee’s Knees, and a rum runner on tap.

Standout sip: The “Smokin Pyrat” with Pyrat rum, pineapple juice, sour mix, and agave nectar in a cinnamon-smoked glass with a brown sugar rim. 2908 Boston St. 443-708-7961

Raw & Refined: Not to be confused with its neighbor Raw Bar, this Boston Street hideaway adjacent to Swim Club recently debuted with a Caribbean- and Latin American-inspired seafood menu. (Think dishes like tuna tartare cannoli, an open-faced Cubano, and elote-inspired grilled oysters with chili lime butter and cotija.) The eatery’s outdoor patio is ideal for sipping cocktails while watching boats sail across the water at Lighthouse Point. Options include refreshing Grapefruit Crushes, the “Bull & the Berry” (Ketel One botanical cucumber, coconut-berry Red Bull, simple syrup, and fresh berries), and the “Poolside Paloma” with jalapeño-infused tequila and grapefruit.

Standout sip: The “Rude Buoy” made with Tanqueray Ten, St. Germain, pressed lemon, agave, and soda. 2723 Lighthouse Point.

Sandlot: Baltimore’s beach is back for the season with a full schedule of live music, community barbecues, DJ dance parties, salsa lessons, sunset yoga, and much more. Head to Harbor Point to lounge on one of Sandlot’s shaded cabanas while sipping a Spanish G&T, classic Dark & Stormy, or a bitter spritz with prosecco and strawberries. Local breweries and wineries have also made exclusives for the harborside hangout, including Heavy Seas’ “Stay Cay” wheat ale and the sparkling, canned “Bay Rose” from Old Westminster Winery.

Standout sip: The “Sandia Fria” slushie with local rosé, limoncello, watermelon, and honey. 1000 Wills St.

South Point: With a killer view of the Hanover Street Bridge, this Port Covington venue is one of the most beautiful sunset-watching spots in the city. Last summer, the community hub became requisite stop on dog-walking routes, a go-to for life-sized Jenga and Connect Four, and a place to sip cold cocktails and canned wine while listening to live music played on a custom-built stage. It’s expected to officially debut for the season later this month, offering Crushes squeezed to order, 40 different varieties of beer and wine, and a new array of low-carb and gluten-free drinks.

Standout sip: The fresh-squeezed lemonade Crush. 101 W. Dickman St.

Tiki Lee’s Dock Bar: Boaters were delighted by the opening of this nautical newbie at North Point Cove in Sparrows Point, which is equipped with 100 free boat slips. The spinoff of Lee’s Pint & Shell in Canton features strung lights, shaded wooden tables, palm trees, and plenty of sand outside. The island vibe also permeates to the menu, which offers summer eats like jerk chicken and pulled pork alongside a lengthy list of libations. In addition to canned beer and wine, the bar also serves watermelon and creamsicle Crushes, fruity Smirnoff bombs, and a signature “Bayside Tiki” with Rumhaven and coconut cream.

Standout sip: A frozen strawberry daiquiri and pina colada “Pain in the Ass” topped with an additional floater of Captain Morgan black rum. 4309 Shore Drive, Sparrows Point. 443-242-6698

COMING SOON

Broadway Market: Earlier this week, Mayor Catherine Pugh announced six stalls that will be setting up shop inside the renovated Broadway Market in Fells Point this winter. Slated to debut in February, the north shed of the redesigned public market will house local icon Connie’s Chicken & Waffles, farmers’ market favorite Thai Street, social justice-driven ice cream purveyor Taharka Bros., Hampden-based Indian eatery The Verandah, and Old Boy—an authentic Korean concept from Phil Han of Dooby’s. Han will also operate the market’s centerpiece bar, which will feature an elevated coffee program and brunch menu during the day, and draft beer and cocktails in the evening.

Returning to the revamped space will be longtime vendors Sal’s Seafood, Vikki’s Fells Point Deli, and Sophia’s Place, the European cafe and bakery that first opened in the market in 1986. There is still one stall that has yet to be leased. Once the north shed reopens, construction will begin on the south shed, which will house collaborative seafood spot The Choptank from Atlas Restaurant Group and Captain James Landing. 1640 Aliceanna St.

Lyfe Cafe: Be on the lookout for this new dining destination at The Shops at Kenilworth while checking out the mall’s beloved holiday train garden this season. Expected to open in early 2019 (just in time to get started on those New Year’s resolutions), the healthful spot from local owner Penny Seabolt will feature an all-day menu prepared with ingredients that promote physical and mental wellness (think protein pancakes and waffles, a kale detox salad with lemon-tahini dressing, smoothie bowls, and wellness shots). The eatery is designed to accommodate every major diet—including low-calorie, gluten-free, dairy-free, vegan, and vegetarian—and will also offer meal prep services. The 1,788-square-foot cafe will be located next to Wilkes & Riley on the ground level of the recently-renovated Towson shopping plaza. 800 Kenilworth Drive, Towson

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The Common Kitchen: The food hall trend—which has taken off in Baltimore with spots like R. House, Mount Vernon Marketplace, and the upcoming Whitehall Mill—has now spread to Clarksville with this new communal space that will house 11 artisan makers. A grand opening celebration is scheduled for this Saturday, November 10, where local schools will perform live music and vendors like Scoop & Paddle ice cream and Indian street food shop Namaste Foodie will offer opening day specials. Located near Food Plenty inside the environmentally sustainable Clarksville Commons, the gathering space will mark the first food hall in all of Howard County. Other stalls to look out for include Egyptian eatery Koshary by Misteka, bubble tea purveyor Royaltea, barbecue joint Smokin’ on the Bayou, and Trifecto—a coffee and juice bar specializing in Ceremony Coffee drinks and colorful acai bowls. 12240 Clarksville Pike, Clarksville. 301-854-2090

Pat’s Select Pizza and Asian Garden: These new BYOB restaurants are opening next door to one another at the Crestridge Center in Cockeysville this month. The eateries are expected to be popular lunch destinations in the development, which features two office buildings and one retail property. Pat’s, a fast-casual pizza chain that is now open, features its signature brick-oven pies alongside flatbreads, burgers, salads, and a lengthy list of pasta dishes. Slated to debut next week, Asian Garden will highlight Chinese, Japanese, and Thai staples ranging from sushi to bowls of lo mein and pad thai. 10151-10155 York Road, Cockeysville

EPICUREAN EVENTS

11/12: Sweat: Our World, Your Stage
Everyman Theatre is known for bridging the gap between the food and theater world. The downtown showhouse is continuing that creativity with a Veteran’s Day event at Checkerspot Brewing that ties into the themes of Everyman’s current production, Sweat—a slice-of-life drama about steel mill workers facing a plant shutdown who routinely gather at their neighborhood bar. Make your way to the South Baltimore brewery to sip craft beers while watching scenes from the play, and listening in on a conversation comparing the themes in the script to the current hardships facing our own neighbors. Ten percent of all ticket proceeds will benefit South Baltimore-based nonprofit The Baltimore Station, which works to support homeless veterans and reintegrate them into the workforce. 1399 S. Sharp St. 6-8:30 p.m. $15

11/16: Intercostal Breakdown
Fittingly named after the anatomical term that means “situated between the ribs,” this one-night-only barbecue pop-up, hosted by food writer Amy Langrehr of Charm City Cook, will feature smoked ribs cooked on custom-built cages and grills. Head to Monument City Brewing in Highlandtown to sample meats prepared by chef Patrick Morrow of South Point and chef Damian Mosley of Blacksauce Kitchen. The evening will also feature $5 Monument City beers all night, and Annapolis-based folk rockers Ampersand Stringband playing live from 7:30-9:30 p.m. 1 N. Haven St. Free. 5-10 p.m.

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South Point: Take full advantage of the end of the summer at this new outdoor hangout that officially debuted in Port Covington last week. The recreation space offers waterfront wellness classes, group games like jumbo Jenga and Connect Four, old-school arcade games in a mobile shipping containter, and, of course, a lineup of drinks and eats crafted by former Bluegrass Tavern chef Patrick Morrow. Focusing on South American barbecue cuisine, the menu lists dishes such as fire-roasted jerk chicken wings, smoked mozzarella on crispy bread, hot smoked salmon in a salsa-verde vinaigrette, and roasted mushrooms and cauliflower with cashews. The weekend pop-up will be open on Thursdays, Fridays, and Saturdays, from 5-11 p.m. through October. 101 W. Cromwell St.

Dahlak: Longtime Upper Fells Point locals most likely remember Arcos, the well-known Mexican restaurant that shuttered its doors at 129 S. Broadway back in 2014. Now, the space has shed its tacos and tequila in favor of Eritrean fare—a close cousin of Ethiopian cuisine. New owners Solomon and Yonathan Weldekirstos opened Dahlak earlier this summer, serving up authentic Eritrean dishes such as awaze tibs (tender lamb with tomato, jalapeno, and garlic sauce) and doro wot, a traditional chicken stew in a red pepper sauce served with boiled eggs. The spot also offers vegetarian platters, pasta dishes, sandwiches, a full bar, and weekly community events ranging from movie nights to live music performances. 129 S. Broadway. 301-512-6217

COMING SOON

Stupid Delicious Desserts: Come September, travelers will be able to grab a treat from this Parkville-based sweets shop while passing BWI Airport. Owner Tanya Davis expects to unveil a new Stupid Delicious kiosk near the food court on Concourse A on September 17. Davis—who can often be spotted pedaling her dessert cart at various farmers’ markets around town—will sell the bakeshop’s signature toffee, non-dairy chocolate chip, and vegan and gluten-free oatmeal cookies at the new spot. While she is looking forward to adding another local option to the dining destinations at the airport, Davis is also excited to introduce the brand to out-of-towners. “We can ship the cookies anywhere,” she says. “So we’re loving the idea of expanding our awareness beyond the Baltimore region.” 7812 Harford Rd, Parkville. 410-215-6564

Pie Time: Farmers’ market fiends have been visiting local baker Max Reim for years—whether he’s peddling his handcrafted pies on Saturdays in Waverly or Sundays under the JFX. In the coming months, diners will be able to indulge in Reim’s sweet and savory treats any day of the week, as he is planning to open a brick-and-mortar shop on East Baltimore Street in Patterson Park. Reim recently told the Baltimore Business Journal that the menu at the 20-seat cafe will be similar to the pop-up with a few additional sides and salads thrown into the mix. Construction on the shop won’t begin until the fall, but, until then, there will be plenty of peach-blueberry, old-fashioned apple, and savory slow-roasted tomato pies at local farmers’ markets to hold you over. 3101 E. Baltimore St.

CookHouse: It’s been nearly a year since B. Bistro shuttered its doors in Bolton Hill. And now, husband-and-wife team George and Jessica Dailey—who also own On The Hill Cafe in the neighborhood—are planning to breathe new life into the space. Liquor board documents indicate that the new restaurant, which is expected to open by winter, will offer all-day service with dishes such as Belgian waffles, sandwiches, soups, salads, and heartier dinner entrees. Stay tuned for more details. 1501 Bolton St.

NEWS

Charles Village Pub: Get ready, Charles Village. This neighborhood watering hole is on the road to recovery after a tragic grease fire shut it down in May. A sign posted to the front door (which prompted this heartwarming note from regulars) indicates that it won’t be long before locals are invited back in for affordable drafts and daily deals on pub grub. “We’d like to thank Charles Village for holding tight while we’re in the final stages of the rebuild,” reads a recent post to Facebook. “We’ll see you in a few weeks.” The spot is expected to reopen by the end of the month. 3107 St. Paul St. 410-243-1611

EPICUREAN EVENTS

8/17-26: Vegan Restaurant Week
On the heels of this summer’s Baltimore Restaurant Week festivities comes this dairy-free dining promotion that is being embraced by more than 20 eateries throughout the city. Returning for the third time, Vegan Restaurant Week encourages local restaurants to offer meatless menus in order to increase awareness about the accessibility of a plant-based diet. Spots everywhere from Riverside to Hampden will be offering special menus throughout the week, which will close out with the 5th annual Vegan Soulfest at Clifton park on August 25. Multiple locations.

8/19: BarkHappy Baltimore Paws on the Patio

Walk your pooch over to McHenry Row in Locust Point for this afternoon happy hour with drafts provided by World of Beer. Sample local and international brews while mingling with other owners and getting to know some of the dog-friendly services around town. The benefit for the Baltimore Humane Society will feature tons of free swag including chew toys, puppy bandanas and sunglasses, a $50 gift card from Dogtopia in Canton, and free dog massages from Luckie Dog Wellness. 1724 Whetstone Way. 2-4 p.m. $12.

8/24: The Local Oyster Stout Documentary Low Budget Screening Party
In one of the most epic collaborations that Charm City has ever seen, Waverly Brewing Company, The Local Oyster, and True Chesapeake Oyster Co. teamed up to create the Local Oyster Stout—a roasty, dark stout dosed with the shells and meat of real Maryland oysters. The project was such a game-changer, in fact, that filmmakers Jena Richardson and Mark Burchick decided to make a documentary about industrial process of producing the beer. Next Friday, head to Waverly’s taproom to catch a screening of the film (which just so happens to feature a cameo by Baltimore digital editor Jess Mayhugh) while slurping ‘sters and sipping the namesake farm-to-glass beer. Check out the trailer for the film here. Waverly Brewing Company, 1625 Union Ave. 7-10 p.m. Free. 443-438-5765