“Party” listings
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MILAN
Food meets fashion at this hotspot, which has brought a trendy element to Little Italy’s nightlife scene. Style-inspired cocktails include the Dolce & Gabbana, made with Godiva liqueur and raspberry vodka. (04/2010)
1000 Eastern Ave
410-685-6111
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AZUL 17
This upscale lounge features more than 100 types of tequila and unusual cocktails. Don’t leave without trying the $100 Rockefeller margarita made with Don Julio Real. You’ll never drink well tequila again. (03/2010)
9400 Snowden River Pkwy, Columbia
410-309-9717
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With more than 40 wines available by the glass and nearly 200 bottles, this Hampden wine bar appeals to both novice drinkers and master oenophiles looking for their next great love. (12/2009)
1117 W 36th St
410-889-1064
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TURP’S SPORTS BAR
Turp’s has the distinction of being Mt. Vernon’s only sports bar, making it popular with local students and sports fanatics seeking beer, good wings (just 30 cents each on Monday) and enough TVs to show more than one game. (12/2009)
1317 N Charles St
410-347-0349
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BLOB'S PARK
This slice of Germany delivers true beer garden fun on the weekends with live polka, bratwurst and schnitzel, and enough imported German WeissBier to keep your stein full all day. (07/2009)
8024 Max Blobs Park Rd, Jessup
410-799-7130
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THE LAUGHING PINT
This Highlandtown pub bills itself as the "nicest little bar in Baltimore," and for good reason. Offering friendly service, unusual beers, an array of board games and a heated patio, this is the perfect place to kick back and relax. (03/2009)
3531 Gough St
410-342-6544
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SLÁINTE
It takes a lot for a bar to stand out in watering-hole-friendly Fells Point, but oysters, broadcast soccer, rugby games and plenty of good cheer help this friendly Irish pub stand out from the competition. (03/2009)
1702 Thames St
410-563-6600
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HON BAR
You won't likely spot any beehived Baltimore "hons," popularized by John Waters' quirky films, at this Hampden bar: Locals and hipsters convene here for good burgers, live music and karaoke on Tuesday and Friday nights. (02/2009)
At Café Hon, 1002 W 36th St
410-243-1230
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ILLUSIONS MAGIC BAR & LOUNGE
You'll want reservations for the weekend's cocktails and magic. Illusionist Spencer Horsman works the crowd with card tricks before the 10pm show, when he escapes from a straitjacket while hanging upside down. (02/2009)
1025 S Charles St
410-727-5811
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METROPOLITAN
With a homey atmosphere and attractive young crowd, Metropolitan transitions nicely from morning coffee spot to relaxed wine bar at night. (02/2009)
902 S Charles St
410-234-0235
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HOLY FRIJOLES
Cucumbers and tequila may sound like an odd combination, but one sip of a cool cucumber margarita and you'll be converted. The drink list also features plenty of classic margaritas to wet your whistle (01/2009)
908 W 36th St
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LUCKIE'S TAVERN
With its old-school Vegas vibe, Luckie's is more Sin City than Charm City. Gather up your own rat pack and check out the live music and cold brews. (01/2009)
10 Market Pl
410-223-1105
www.luckiestavern.com