Rowan Tree

Karaoke · Baltimore, MD

About

Rowan Tree is gay-owned and operated, a fact regulars will confirm without hesitation. This Federal Hill bar keeps things simple: a pool table, karaoke nights, and happy hour specials draw a mixed crowd of neighbors and friends.

Open daily from 2pm (1pm on weekends) until 2am, it's a reliable spot for an after-work drink or a late-night stop. Don't expect a nightclub; the vibe is casual and welcoming, with no cover and prices that stay standard.

Rowan Tree is in Federal Hill, a lively Baltimore neighborhood known for its bars and restaurants.

Features

  • Gay-owned and operated
  • Pool table and karaoke evenings
  • Happy hour specials
  • Mixed gay-straight local crowd
  • No cover charge

Good for

Pool TableHappy HourKaraoke

Practical

Mixed Gay/Straight
4.5

What people say

Rated from 16 reviews. 19 community ratings. View this venue on Yelp

From the community

I'd give more stars if I could. Incredible staff, great customers, and they even welcomed my German Shepherd with open arms and had treats ready. I love the atmosphere and will definitely return. Highly recommend. Great music, fun crowd, low-key vibe.

A visitor · Over a year ago

This is not a gay bar. A rude and ignorant woman and others there made that clear. I was treated poorly because I'm gay. The bartender barely spoke to me, and I was told directly, 'We are not a damn gay bar.' Stay away until they get rid of some nasty local regulars. Looks nice but isn't gay-friendly. Total dive.

A guest · Over a year ago

The bar has really declined. They give free drinks to school teachers who only show up when it's free. They also have drink specials for the shufflebowl league on football Sundays, but most of those people only come once a week and half of them don't even drink. Meanwhile, regular customers who are there all the time get nothing, even though they're the real patrons.

A recent visitor · Over a year ago

“Enjoy your trip to South Baltimore”

If you're looking for a new spot to grab a few drinks, try the Tree. Great prices, good specials, friendly staff, and it's gay owned and operated. Ask the locals—this is a great little bar with a lot of heart. Don't let an angry review keep you from visiting. It's not a nightclub, but it's a clean, friendly local bar that believes labels are for the closed minded.

A local visitor · Over a year ago

“Not Worth The Time”

Get rid of the bitchy bar manager. Get rid of the fat one. Get rid of the one with no neck. Hire hot gay guys and lesbians behind the bar who know how to treat customers.

A visitor · Over a year ago

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Rowan Tree a gay bar? +

Yes, it's gay-owned and operated, welcoming a mixed gay-straight crowd.

Does Rowan Tree have karaoke? +

Yes, karaoke is one of the regular events.

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