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Ottobar

2549 N Howard St
Baltimore, MD 21218
Phone: (410) 662-0069

Ratings & Reviews Summary for Ottobar

What Users are Saying:

  • Crowded
  • Trendy
  • Good dancing
  • Good social scene
5 Star Rating
 
(3 reviews)
4 Star Rating
 
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User Reviews for Ottobar

Citysearch (3), Judy's Book (1), InsiderPages (3), All (7)

5 Star Rating: Highly Recommended

11/06/2006 Posted by kevtyla

The Ottobar is my favorite place in Baltimore to see live music. Not to big, not to small, short or tall you can see from anywhere in the venue. A great place to see all the happening acts before they get "too big". Ottobar also brings some great bands into town that may otherwise just pass us by. Centrally located on Howard St, I am always happy to see a band is listed to play Ottobar and not one the "bigger" venues downtown, where parking is harder and admission is usually much higher. I hope Ottobar stays around for a long time.

5 Star Rating: Highly Recommended

09/29/2002 Posted by ratherbeinphilly

The old Ottobar kicked ass, but the newer one is, miraculously, even cooler. They have great shows and I always have a lot of fun when I go. I especially recommend the monthly "underground" dance party night.

5 Star Rating: Highly Recommended

08/09/2002 Posted by sweetjoy

Well, the title says it...the Ottobar moved a few months back and it's no longer a 'dark-alley bar'. It's much bigger and nicer than the old Ottobar, but still cheap and great for live music! Also, the monthly Brit-pop dance night is a can't miss!

Pros: Inexpensive, Lots of free parking, Lots of dancing

Cons: N'borhood not so good, Usually 18+

Editor's Review

Downtown venue books the cream of underground rock and local jazz.  See the full editorial review.

Insider Tips

Know Before You Go

Most downstairs shows are 18 and up, require identification and begin at 10pm, though some all-ages events take place in the early evening.

More Insider Tips

Bar/Club Information

Smoking

  • Yes

Admission

  • Varies

Atmospheres

  • DJ
  • 18 & Over
  • Happy Hour
  • Bars
  • Neighborhood
  • Smoking Permitted
  • Live Music
  • Clubs
  • All Ages
  • 21 & Over

Parking

  • Street

Live Music

  • Yes

Hours

  • Daily 5pm-2am

Payment Types

  • MasterCard
  • Visa

Music Types

  • Punk
  • Electronica
  • Jazz
  • Alternative Rock
  • Techno & Industrial

Recognition for Ottobar

2007 Audience Winner - Dive Bar
2006 Audience Winner - Dive Bar

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