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"The Rams Head Live! is three venues in one: a concert hall, an Inner Harbor restaurant and a neighborhood brewpub. The main attraction is the concert hall, which has played host to national acts like Hootie and the Blowfish, Cypress Hill and Chris Isaak. Three viewing levels overlook the stage and 26,000-square-feet of arena space, which holds up to 1,800 people. The concert area houses more than 40 video monitors, a backdrop screen, five bars and three food kiosks. The Tavern, which opened in the winter of 2004, has quickly become a harbor destination. It offers a wide selection of soups, starters and sandwiches. The entrées are reasonably priced, so live a little and try the Boss Steak & Shrimp, Cajun Seafood Alfredo or Rehoboth Cioppino. Eat outside and you get to watch decked out passers-by on their way to the clubs in the Power Plant Live! The brewpub is a change of pace to most of the Power Plant Live! because it's the only regular bar there. No bands, no DJs -- just good people, good food and cold beer. The bar has a small cast of regulars, but most head here to start their night before heading out to the clubs. A great draw is the happy hour. Monday-Friday from 4-7 p.m. enjoy complimentary food ranging from tacos on Mondays to bratwurst on Thursdays, along with $1.95 drafts and other drink discounts..." Review from Baltimoresun.com

"...One of Baltimore's best rock venues, Fletcher's lures both national and local acts into its cramped stage area. The first floor fits the standard bar and pool table model, but the main attraction is the live music upstairs." From editorial review by Steve Lichtenstein on Citysearch.com

DuClaw Brewing Co. is a brewpub survivor, mainly because it takes as much pride in its food as it does in its specially crafted quaffables. At the same time, DuClaw doesn't forget that an interesting, changeable collection of beers is what sets brewpubs apart from ordinary bars and restaurants. Staple beers like robust Bad Moon Porter, Australian lager Kangaroo Love and pale ale Venom are always available, but you'll have to time your trip to catch seasonal selections like oatmeal stout Alchemy, Oktoberfest favorite Mad Bishop, Scotch ale Twisted Kilt and Belgian white ale Sawtooth. Food at DuClaw isn't an afterthought. Nachos, pretzel sticks or beer-battered onion rings are perfect for noshing and hoisting. Black Angus burgers and jumbo sandwiches -- like pepperjack chicken, a Cuban, Buffalo chicken panini and Carolina pork barbecue -- accent what's in your mug. Heartier appetites can feast on sesame ginger salmon, pork chops glazed in margarita lime sauce, honey porter chicken and tangy jambalaya. Kids get fish sticks, spaghetti or chicken nuggets, but they'll have to settle for a soda. -- Pete Kerzel, AOL Cityguide

"This tiny Mexican eatery is a shrine to things gone but not forgotten--the Colts, Baltimore-brewed National Bohemian beer, a winning Orioles team and, of course, Elvis. A nearly life-sized statue of the King greets customers at the door. The multi-colored bulbs that dangle over the tables add to the funky ambience but do little to illuminate the memorabilia-crammed walls. Expect to wait for a table, but with margaritas served in hubcaps, time passes quickly. Nacho Mamas may never be confused with a genuine south-of-the-border cantina, but it serves huge portions of tasty Mexican-style comfort food, including over-sized burritos and sizzling fajitas. Creativity trumps authenticity here. The spinach salad's pungent bite of feta is tempered by smoky roasted red peppers and a smooth avocado vinaigrette. The creamy, jalapeno-spiked crab dip gives a nod to the homeland but packed with backfin crab, this treat's also got localization." - Review from Citysearch.com

The Red House Tavern, formerly Cardwell's Tavern, is located on the corner of Leakin and Essex street in Canton. We will offer afordable drinks in a comfortable enviroment. We also offer live entertainment free for the most part, something rarely found in the Baltimore area. Our room is stocked with three 42" inch plasma TV's with high definition. So whether you are looking to see a good band or watch the game The Red House Tavern has something to offer everyone. Don't forget to take a look at our menu, our kitchen has some great stuff to offer. Still not impressed? The Red House Tavern is home to the most "pee-shy friendly bathrooms" in Baltimore and we have the best toilet paper in town too! - from Red House Tavern myspace

A huge selection of new and used CDs and DVDs, an inviting atmosphere, and we're open late seven days a week, it's no wonder our store has been chosen Baltimore's Best 10 years running. rnrnThe Sound Garden opened in 1993 and quickly established itself as Baltimore's best independent record store. Located in historic Fells Point, the Sound Garden carries an immense and eclectic selection of music in all genres.rnrnWhat makes us different from other record stores is the breadth and depth of our selection. We stock thousands of new and used CDs and DVDs. In addition to stocking hot new releases, we carry a variety of imports, obscure and rare titles, and releases from smaller independent labels. And all of which are at ridiculously low prices! We also sell new vinyl, posters, t-shirts, and stickers. rnIf you're looking for something that we don't carry, we'll be glad to order it for you. Special orders can be placed at no additional cost to you and usually arrive within a week. We also invite you to listen to nearly any title in the store before you buy it.rnrnWe buy back your old CDs and DVDs as well, and we will pay you top dollar for them! Come and find out why we've won numerous accolades including "Best CD Store" from Baltimore Magazine and from the City Paper.rn rn- from The Sound Garden website (cdjoint.com)

DuClaw Brewing Co. is a brewpub survivor, mainly because it takes as much pride in its food as it does in its specially crafted quaffables. At the same time, DuClaw doesn't forget that an interesting, changeable collection of beers is what sets brewpubs apart from ordinary bars and restaurants. Staple beers like robust Bad Moon Porter, Australian lager Kangaroo Love and pale ale Venom are always available, but you'll have to time your trip to catch seasonal selections like oatmeal stout Alchemy, Oktoberfest favorite Mad Bishop, Scotch ale Twisted Kilt and Belgian white ale Sawtooth. rnrnFood at DuClaw isn't an afterthought. Nachos, pretzel sticks or beer-battered onion rings are perfect for noshing and hoisting. Black Angus burgers and jumbo sandwiches -- like pepperjack chicken, a Cuban, Buffalo chicken panini and Carolina pork barbecue -- accent what's in your mug. Heartier appetites can feast on sesame ginger salmon, pork chops glazed in margarita lime sauce, honey porter chicken and tangy jambalaya. Kids get fish sticks, spaghetti or chicken nuggets, but they'll have to settle for a soda. rnrn-- Pete Kerzel, AOL Cityguide

"Reeking of big-city panache, this nightspot may leave some wondering if they're still in Bawlmer, hon'. Hardwood floors and whitewashed brick walls establish pure minimalism, while cushioned benches, low tables and backless stools extend for the length of the central room. A second room, with low slung couches and oversized slate fire boxes gets rhythmic support from local DJs. Asian tapas (e.g., duck vindaloo and macadamia tuna) complement cutting-edge martinis and mojitos." - from Citysearch, by Walaika Haskins

Figure what you're good at and stick with it -- that might as well be the mantra at the Greene Turtle. The Greene Turtle relies on old standards -- casual atmosphere, pleasing pub grub and plenty of sports talk -- to achieve its fan-friendly ambience. Dim light provides the perfect atmosphere for the glow of multiple TVs. Happy chatter overrides the din of video games and sports debates bar-side. Even something as simple as a potato chip isn't left to chance -- Greene Turtle's standard accompaniment is a wedge-cut chip, deep-fried and sprinkled with Old Bay, perhaps an ode to the O.C. roots. Onion straws, chicken tenders and personal pizzas are obligatory warm-ups, or opt for wings or steamed shrimp with a frosty pitcher of suds. Two-handers are hearty fare, and specialty sandwiches include the Turtle's turn on the Cuban, a turkey melt and a salmon BLT. Want to watch the whole game? Feast on crab imperial-stuffed twin filets, Creole pork roast, spicy fried shrimp or a 12-ounce slab of beef known as The Terrapin. -- Pete Kerzel, AOL Cityguide

Located in the heart of historic Fells Point (AKA the drinking capital of Maryland), The Brass Monkey Saloon brings you the best that the Maryland music scene has to offer with loaded (and low priced) shows every Thursday, Friday and Saturday night. Plenty of free parking is available on the streets around Fells, so get there early and party late. Come on down and support the scene, have a few drinks, party with us and be able to say "I saw them at the Brass Monkey". - From Brass Monkey Saloon website