The Sidebar Tavern

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218 E Lexington St
Baltimore, MD 21202

The Sidebar Tavern is a landmark music venue located in the heart of Baltimore, Maryland, that has been a staple of the local entertainment scene since its opening in 1998. Known for hosting both national and international acts, it serves as a vibrant hub for music lovers and performers alike.

Dedicated to preserving its unique cultural significance, The Sidebar Tavern actively engages in initiatives to support its continued operation as a beloved gathering place for music enthusiasts. Its commitment to the arts contributes to the rich tapestry of Baltimore's diverse entertainment community.

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Michael R.
9/6/2018

If you like dank, dark hole-in-the-Wall bars and you're in Baltimore, this is a must-visit. Tons of history and character. It's a lawyer bar by day and punk bar by night. Also scenes from The Wire...

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Darcy P.
5/14/2024

Walked over after a search of dive bars near my hotel but they appear to have gone out of business. Phoned the number on the Yelp page to confirm but it was out of service.

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Dan M.
6/5/2018

A divey punk bar with live music blaring on a Friday night, and for cheap? Hard to beat. For $5 cover, you get entry to one of the gems of Baltimore nightlife. I'm sure you can picture the scene:...

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Mad Cock M.
5/3/2021

Cold Tecates at the bar and patrons who offer you a slice of their pizza. Not sure what more you can ask for.... this place is rad.

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Jude T.
2/21/2012

I hope you like local wildlife, because there are plenty of weird people with strange hair styles here on any given night. But that's okay, they don't bite... Unless you ask them to. The Sidebar...

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