Keystone Korner
Modeled after owner Todd Barkan ’ s legendary San Francisco jazz club of the same name , this Harbor East revival pays homage to Baltimore ’ s jazz history with live performances every night of the week . Go for the show , but don ’ t miss the food — the menu , developed by Michelinstarred chef and restaurateur Robert Wiedmaier , offers up nostalgia-tinged Americana dishes alongside classic cocktails . 1350 Lancaster St .
Monarque
This hybrid French-brasserieslash-dinner-theater , located in the historic Bagby Furniture Company building , combines a lavishly designed baroque-style interior — think leather banquettes , tin ceilings and burgundy velvet drapery — with nightly live entertainment that includes comedians and jazz groups , plus a slate of more unusual acts like contortionists and sword swallowers . 1010 Fleet St .
Next Phaze Cafe
Inspired by Southern cafe culture , this downtown restaurant pairs quintessential American soul food and a live entertainment lineup that includes blues , jazz and R & B performers . 112 E . Lexington St .
Nick ’ s Fish House
This seafood joint in the up-andcoming Baltimore Peninsula is the go-to spot to escape the busy downtown atmosphere . It cultivates its chill vibes with a waterfront deck , fresh fish and crabs , perfectly done orange crush cocktails and live tunes every week from Thursday to Sunday . Find the current lineup on the restaurant ’ s website . 2600 Insulator Dr .
Waterfront Hotel
This Fell ’ s Point space has a rich historic background , built in 1771 as a private home and transformed in 1861 into a hotel for Civil War troops . In 1955 , it had yet another makeover to become a restaurant . These days , the restaurant and bar honors its past as a community gathering space with a gastropubstyle concept and local musicians performing live every night of the week . 1710 Thames St . VB
Maximón
Located within the Four Seasons , this Harbor East restaurant takes its name from a Mayan god and , fittingly , is inspired by South American and Mexican cuisine , cocktails , design and more . The large space includes a stage for live musical performances , a Spanishstyle courtyard and a tequila tasting room where guests can blend their own bottles . 200 International Dr .
RICHARD POWERS
Monarque