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Bad Decisions
(Now Closed)Cocktail Bar and Bar$$$$
Fells Point, Baltimore
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Ricky SherrillOctober 13, 2015Pound for pound the best bar in Baltimore. They make some good cocktails along with unbelievable service. I am looking forward to being in town when they have "Bacon" night. It sounds interesting.
For the past 5 years, Bad Decisions has been the home base for my Baltimore Scotch Sippers Meetup Group. John Reusing scheduled Scotch Tastings&held special Whiskey Cocktail Classes for 30+..
Bad Decisions has become famous for its Beer and Bacon Happy Hours, but if you get a chance, check out the new Cheese and Cocktail Happy Hour. The food and cocktails are beyond decadent.
Love going to a bar and leaving the drink choice to the bartender, and its amazing every time! Have John or one of the other bartenders make you an amazing Stoli cocktail!
The Baltimore SunDecember 4, 2013Baltimore's Best Bars 2013: Famous for its Bacon Night, this Fells Point dive bar has a secret weapon not made of pork: out-of-the-box cocktails.
Best nerd bar in Baltimore. If you aren't sure what do get just give them a juice or fruit to work their magic with. You will not be dissapointed! Also, bacon.
Campbell BirdFebruary 23, 2016One of the best cocktail places I've been to. Be sure to get a French 75. They make them good here.- The Baltimore SunDecember 6, 2012Baltimore's Best Bars 2012: "This neighborhood bar excels thanks to owner John Reusing’s imaginative cocktail list and an instantly comfortable atmosphere."
Amir ZonoziAugust 12, 2012Get the Cascades if you want to make everyone in the room jealous... Tastes horrible but it looks awesome. Also Zombie is a drop kick to the face.
Leandro LageraJune 11, 2016How can you not like a dive bar that loves bacon and does ramen pop-ups!?!?
Veronica FMarch 30, 2013Best bar ever! Tell the bartender what you have a taste for and *voila* MAGIC!!! Love this place!!!
SpikeFebruary 4, 2013The most aptly-named bar in Baltimore. Another plus is an entire bacon menu and wide variety of drinks.
Greg S.September 12, 2016This location is closed! They moved to the old Fletcher's/Get Down spot on Aliceanna/Bond.
Matt SilvermanSeptember 13, 2015Cuban sandwich is incredible. Add fried Brussels sprouts for an extra $1.
Brian MitchellJuly 8, 2012Moscow Mules and Bacon 'Til I Die. Great place, great bartenders...ask John for a drink recommendation if you're bold
BeerGivr.comFebruary 1, 2012Bad Decisions accepts BeerGivr.com! Have a friend buy you one of the most creative cocktails in the city or just get some bacon!
Ministry of BaconNovember 29, 2010If you watch Travel Channel, you may have seen our famous Bacon & Beer Happy Hour featured recently on "Bacon Paradise". Click the link to watch a preview! Read more
This is the closest thing to a Tiki Bar drink menu you can find outside of Chicago. If you know what I'm talking about, you're already on your way there...
TV Food MapsAugust 26, 2014Check out Bad Decisions as seen on United States of Bacon , Drinking Made Easy , Food Paradise Read more
Get the aromatherapy gin cocktail by the amazing Anna! She made me drink gin and like it for the first time!
Ask John to make you something special-he makes the best drinks i've ever had- best Bartender/Proprietor in Baltimore!
Don't forget to check the drink book! Some of the craziest and most delicious cocktails you'll ever have ever.
Baltimore Maryland ManagerJanuary 25, 2012Flip through their hand-written cocktail menu or just ask the bartender to surprise you... he will.
Dov HoffmanApril 17, 2012If you're gonna stop by Bad Decisions, try The Square Root - will complete your experience!
Paul CunninghamNovember 28, 2014Inventive mixed drinks, but no beer on tap anymore. Typically a small bottle selection that changes
Naptown 💪 LarryJanuary 4, 2012There's a life sized Snoop Dogg near the kitchen and they serve flaming drinks, divey enough for ya?
Baltimore MarylandAugust 16, 2011Be on the look out for their Bacon and Beer nights: a full menu of bacon-inspired goodness.
Awesome, awesome, awesome place!!! A MUST in Baltimore for great cocktails.
Samantha ThomasAugust 22, 2010As a detroiter visiting and seeing tons of bars....by far my favorite!! Super awesome fun times! Yah!
Tip generously and try the food. Its damn good!
If you are a Caps fan, ask Amie for the Ovi or the Full Grimace.
Ask to see their book and all the unique drinks they can make for you.
Lauren Hoffman-NoarkMarch 15, 2010Go to Bad Decisions. Just go. Especially on your birthday, because they will be amazingly wonderful to you.
Kevin RowleyJanuary 5, 2010#1 for the best unique drinks and entertaining owner, bartender & cook... all in one!
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- Mon, Sun
- 11:00 AM–2:00 AM
- Tue–Sat
- 5:00 PM–2:00 AM
(410) 979-5161
Features
Credit Cards
Yes (incl. Diners Club & American Express)
Wi-Fi
Free
Outdoor Seating
No
Music
Jukebox
Parking
Street
Restroom
Yes
Food & Drink
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Brunch, Bar Snacks
Drinks
Beer, Wine, Full Bar, Cocktails
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