The Drinkery
Karaoke · Dive Bars · Baltimore, MD
About
The Drinkery is a no-frills gay dive bar in Baltimore's Mount Vernon neighborhood, open Tuesday through Sunday from 4pm to 1am. It's a trans-friendly, mixed LGBTQ+ spot with a strong local following of regulars in their 30s and 40s. The jukebox and karaoke nights keep the energy casual and social.
You'll find cheap drinks and a friendly staff here, though some recent reviews mention that a few regulars can be loud or off-putting. The bar is a popular gathering spot during Pride and Artscape festivals.
Located in Baltimore's Mount Vernon neighborhood, a historic area with many LGBTQ+ friendly bars and venues.
Features
- ✓Karaoke nights and classic jukebox
- ✓Trans-friendly, mixed LGBTQ+ crowd
- ✓Cheap drinks during happy hour
- ✓Popular during Pride and Artscape festivals
- ✓Casual no-frills atmosphere
Good for
Practical
What people say
Rated from 32 reviews. 112 community ratings. View this venue on Yelp
From the community
After 5 pm it's a total dive bar with a mixed crowd, mostly not gay; daytime is fine like the gallery, but avoid after 5, it's not worth it.
A visitor · Over a year ago
I'm amazed at how precisely the bartenders slice limes. My lime slices were only 1/8 of a centimeter thick, which takes real skill to be that stingy. The staff was friendly, drinks were cheap, and the bathroom had a strong odor.
A guest · Over a year ago
“Good neighborhoody bar”
I enjoy the Drinkery. The name is fitting, haha. Great place for drinks and a party during events like Gay Pride, ArtScape, and others. Coming from DC, Baltimore's Drinkery is a refreshing change from the stiff bars there.
A recent visitor · Over a year ago
“good times”
Chill, diverse, nice people, and inexpensive drinks. Not upscale but still cool.
A local visitor · Over a year ago
“Drinkery”
@jeff5sig - You're correct about those guys. I used to go to the Drinkery often, but now I avoid it because of their behavior. They are loud and obnoxious. The oldest acts like he's superior to everyone; maybe only to those who are jobless or unkempt, haha. Between the other two, I can't decide who's worse: the larger one or the redhead. Both seem to enjoy being mean and rude. In all my years at the Drinkery, they are the worst people I've come across. Know that others share your view, jeff5sig.
A visitor · Over a year ago
Frequently Asked Questions
Is The Drinkery trans-friendly? +
Yes, it's tagged as trans-friendly and mixed LGBTQ+, welcoming to all.
What hours is The Drinkery open? +
The Drinkery is open Tuesday through Sunday from 4pm to 1am. Closed on Mondays.
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