Baltimore, MD

Timothy Dean Lounge
DESCRIPTION: French American cuisine for dinner only; this elegant 120-seat Bistro and Bar owned by a preeminent chef; offers the perfect blend of fine cuisine, nice wine selection, elegant bar and pleasant overall décor; private parties can enjoy two intimate private dining rooms
CUISINE: Soul Food-French; menu items range from $15-30
CREDIT CARDS: yes
COVER CHARGE: no
DAYS & HOURS: Tue-Sat 5p-1a, Sun 5:30p-10p
ADDRESS: 1717 Eastern Ave  MAP
PARKING: street
TRANSIT: n.a.
PHONE: 410-534-5650
WEBSITE: http://www.tdbistro.com

Teavolve
DESCRIPTION: Tea lovers must check out this upscale tea lounge in a setting of artwork from local artists; features gourmet loose leaf teas from around the world; they also serve "specialtea" drinks such as tea lattes, tea sodas, fruit-tea smoothies & bubble tea CUISINE: complimentary menu of salads, paninis & desserts
CREDIT CARDS: yes
COVER CHARGE: no
DAYS & HOURS: Tue-Sun 10a-8p
ADDRESS: 1705 Eastern Ave  MAP
PARKING: street
TRANSIT: n.a
PHONE: 410-327-4832
WEBSITE: http://www.teavolve.com

CakeLove
DESCRIPTION: Warren Brown, the lawyer-turned-baker from D.C., has expanded to East Baltimore; now everyone in town can rediscover their sweet tooth
CUISINE: gourmet cakes
CREDIT CARDS: yes
COVER CHARGE: no
DAYS & HOURS: Mon-Fri 8a-8p, Sat 8a-8p, Sun 10a-7p
ADDRESS: 2500 Boston Street  MAP
PARKING: street
TRANSIT: n.a.
PHONE: 410-522-1825
WEBSITE: http://www.cakelove.com/locations_canton.php

Darker Than Blue
DESCRIPTION: An upscale on Southern cooking in a non-smoking environment
CUISINE: Upscale Soul Food with old favorites like Mac n' Cheese
CREDIT CARDS: yes
COVER CHARGE: no
DAYS & HOURS: Tue-Thu 11a-9p, Fri-Sat 11a-10p, Sun 11a-8p
ADDRESS: 3034 Greenmount Ave  MAP
PARKING: street
TRANSIT: bus
PHONE: 443-872-4468
WEBSITE: http://darkerthanbluecafe.com

Dukem No. 2
DESCRIPTION: Another successful upscale DC restaurant arrives in Charm City; a great place to experience live Ethiopian music along with great food
CUISINE: Ethiopian; you must try their massive sampler platters.
CREDIT CARDS: yes
COVER CHARGE: no
DAYS & HOURS: Sun-Thu 11a-2a, Fri-Sat 11a-3a
ADDRESS: 1100 Maryland Ave  MAP
PARKING: street
TRANSIT: Cultural Center Metro Station
PHONE: 410-385-0318
WEBSITE: http://www.dukemrestaurant.com

Café Mocha
DESCRIPTION: A charming, nicely decorated West African coffee house; they specialize in blends from all parts of Africa
CREDIT CARDS: yes
COVER CHARGE: no
DAYS & HOURS: Mon-Sat 11a-6p
ADDRESS: 859 North Howard Street  MAP
PARKING: hospital garage across the street
TRANSIT: Cultural Center Metro Station
PHONE: 410-669-7303
WEBSITE: none

Night of the Cookers
DESCRIPTION: Another celebrity chef makes his way to Baltimore by way of New York City and we couldn't be happier the way he mixes traditional collard greens, mac and cheese and many other staples with aplomb
CUISINE: Cajun-Soul popcorn; try the crawfish or fried catfish fingers
CREDIT CARDS: yes
COVER CHARGE: no
DAYS & HOURS: Wed-Thu 11:30a-12p, Fri-Sat 11:30a-1:30a, Sun 11:30a-10p
ADDRESS: 885 North Howard Street  MAP
PARKING: hospital garage across the street
TRANSIT: Cultural Center Metro Station
PHONE: 410-383-2093
WEBSITE: http://nightofthecookers.com

Eden’s Lounge
DESCRIPTION: An upscale niteclub where professionals celebrate
CUISINE: tapas & salads; seafood platter menu is oriented to groups of 15
CREDIT CARDS: yes
COVER CHARGE: yes
DAYS & HOURS: Mon-Thu 5p-2a, Fri 5p-2a, Sat 5p-2a, Sun 5p-2a
ADDRESS: 15 West Eager Street  MAP
PARKING: street & garage parking nearby
TRANSIT: n.a.
PHONE: 410-244-0405
WEBSITE: http://www.edenslounge.com

Sasha's 527 Cafe
DESCRIPTION: Located in a 19th century Mt. Vernon townhouse, it has towering 16 foot ceilings, marbleized columns, a turn of the century crystal chandelier, and deep red velvet theatrical curtains to set the atmosphere; live Jazz and a smart wine list are on the menu
CUISINE: Nouveu World Cuisine
CREDIT CARDS: yes
COVER CHARGE: no, but the minumum is $10 per person
DAYS & HOURS: Lunch Mon–Fri 11a–3p and Evening Mon–Wed 5:30p–10p, Thu 5:30p– 11p,   Fri-Sat 5:30p-Midnight
ADDRESS: 527 North Charles Street  MAP
PARKING: street
TRANSIT: n.a.
PHONE: 410-539-8880
WEBSITE: http://www.saschas.com

Yabba Pot
DESCRIPTION: The city's premier Vegan Cuisine by Skai Davis from the Virgin Islands; there's so much to love about this place: the vibe of a fine Caribbean restaurant, the food to match, nice artwork, exotic natural drinks, cheerful staff, poetry slams, a sense of community and the pioneer of a new Black cultural district; experiment with their wide range of salads, wraps and sandwiches; prices are modest so bring your appetite
CUISINE: Caribbean Vegan
CREDIT CARDS: yes
COVER CHARGE: no
DAYS & HOURS: Tue-Sat 11a-9p, Sun 10a-6p
ADDRESS: 2433 St. Paul Street  MAP
PARKING: street
TRANSIT: n.a.
PHONE: 410-662-8638
WEBSITE: http://www.theyabbapotcafe.com

Arch Social Club
DESCRIPTION: Founded in 1912, it may be the oldest African American social club in the country; offers Old School live R&B and Jazz and Top 40 dance music
CUISINE: Light Fare
CREDIT CARDS: yes
COVER CHARGE: no, except during special events
DAYS & HOURS: open nightly
ADDRESS: 2426 Pennsylvania Ave  MAP
PARKING: street
TRANSIT: Penn-North Metro Station
PHONE: 410-669-9856
WEBSITE: none

Melba's Place
DESCRIPTION: A popular neighborhood lounge; Tuesday night comedy; Wednesday Karaoke night, Thursday Oldies but Goodies night; DJ at 9p on Fri-Sat, Sun features live jazz 6p-10p, then a DJ until, but you must dress to impress for the after hours party
CUISINE: American, light fare
CREDIT CARDS: yes
COVER CHARGE: yes
DAYS & HOURS: daily 6p-2a
ADDRESS: 3126 Greenmount Ave  MAP
PARKING: street
TRANSIT: bus
PHONE: 410-366-6536
WEBSITE: none

New Haven Lounge
DESCRIPTION: This legendary club attracts a diverse crowd who appreciate the best in blues, jazz and Old School R&B; no-cover live jazz on Fri-Sat, Wed night Blues, Thu night DJ, Sun night club music
CUISINE: Soul Food, barbeque ribs, fried shrimp, and chicken
CREDIT CARDS: yes
COVER CHARGE: yes
DAYS & HOURS: daily 3p-2a
ADDRESS: 1532 Argonne Drive in Northwood Shopping Center  MAP
PARKING: street
TRANSIT: bus
PHONE: 410-366-7416
WEBSITE: http://newhavenlounge.net

The Roost
DESCRIPTION: A neighborhood diner opened in 1974 and best known for its fantastic lake trout; the menu pays homage to Baltimore icons like the Oprah Winfrey (scrapple sandwich),  Kweise Mfume (seafood platter) and you get the delicious picture; no wonder its franchising to other locations
CUISINE: Seafood
CREDIT CARDS: yes
COVER CHARGE: no
DAYS & HOURS: daily
ADDRESS: 5281 Reisterstown Road  MAP
PARKING: on premises
TRANSIT: Rogers Ave Metro Station
PHONE: 410-578-1810
WEBSITE: http://www.thebestlaketrout.com

Woodlawn, MD

City View Bar & Grill
DESCRIPTION: Continental cuisine; local Black radio station frequently has listener events here; live jazz most weekends; professionals like to frequent this split-level establishment, the kitchen closes at 11pm Sun-Thu and 12a Fri-Sat
CUISINE: American light fare & salads
CREDIT CARDS: yes
DAYS & HOURS: daily 11a-1:30a
ADDRESS: 6700 Security Boulevard  MAP
PARKING: free on premises
TRANSIT: bus
PHONE: 410-944-4013
WEBSITE: http://www.cityviewbaltimore.com

Randallstown, MD

Sister's Place
DESCRIPTION: A popular dance club and lounge with a raw bar; plays Old & New School R&B, Hip-Hop; Thursday Ladies night 9a-2p
CUISINE: American, light fare
CREDIT CARDS: yes
COVER CHARGE: yes
DAYS & HOURS: Tue-Sun 5p-2a
ADDRESS: 8521 Liberty Road  MAP
PARKING: free on premises
TRANSIT: bus
PHONE: 410-922-9218
WEBSITE: none

Symone's Soul Cafe
DESCRIPTION: A typical southern cafe
CUISINE: Soul Food; specialties include fried chicken and fish, smothered pork chops, collard greens; desserts include peach cobbler and candy yams
CREDIT CARDS: yes
COVER CHARGE: no
DAYS & HOURS: CLOSED
ADDRESS: 8700 A-2 Liberty Road  MAP
PARKING: free on premises
TRANSIT: bus
PHONE: 410-655-8500
WEBSITE: none

Columbia, MD

Silver Shadows Nightclub
DESCRIPTION:  An upscale nightclub for young professionals and an older crowd getting their groove on at a nicest clubs in metro Baltimore; Wed-Fri Happy Hour 5p-8p, Thu-Fri live R&B, reggae and Jazz bands and 92Q radio station broadcasts live; Sat dance from 9p-until; dress code strictly enforced
CUISINE: American light fare
CREDIT CARDS: yes
COVER CHARGE: yes
DAYS & HOURS: nightly
CREDIT CARDS: yes
ADDRESS: 5550 Sterrett Place  MAP
PARKING: free on premises
TRANSIT: no
PHONE: 410-730-0111
WEBSITE: none