Explorers - Baltimore

All I can say is to look for Zachary. He is truly on top of his game. He'll serve you your drink and can even craft one just to your liking. He knows when to gi... read more All I can say is to look for Zachary. He is truly on top of his game. He'll serve you your drink and can even craft one just to your liking. He knows when to give you space and when to engage in conversation with you. He is exceptionally skilled and professional at his job. The bar was quiet early on during our visit, but he kept it open even though he could have left for the night. An hour later, a wedding party arrived and filled the place. I had asked a local about visiting a bar that might be less expensive in the area, and I'm so glad I did.

Kelly served us our first breakfast, and Deborah our second. Marcus helped us select an evening dessert and our wines. Tevin provided great help as well regardi... read more Kelly served us our first breakfast, and Deborah our second. Marcus helped us select an evening dessert and our wines. Tevin provided great help as well regarding serving and clearing. Our food was well portioned, delicious, and served in a fair amount of time quality food does not pop out of a freezer pr microwave. Thank you to all of the men and women who helped us enjoy good food and service on our vacation. We appreciate you.

I visited this evening for Charm City Trivia night, and it was a wonderful experience. Although the crowd was small, everyone there had a fantastic time. The fo... read more I visited this evening for Charm City Trivia night, and it was a wonderful experience. Although the crowd was small, everyone there had a fantastic time. The food was delicious, and the drinks were expertly crafted. The service was friendly and attentive without being intrusive. I'm already looking forward to next week's game!

The gastropub did not live up to its name on any level. The espresso machine was not working the 4 days we were there, so it was plain ol ' bitter coffee. The s... read more The gastropub did not live up to its name on any level. The espresso machine was not working the 4 days we were there, so it was plain ol ' bitter coffee. The sumptuous pastries advertised were plastic-wrapped donuts, sad-looking apple fritters, andslabs of flavorless banana bread, among other baked goods. They did sell an impressively large bacon, egg cheese on acroissant, but the bacon was limp undercooked. Explorers ' seemed like the coffee shop you 'd find in your dentist 's officebuilding. Disappointing!

If you visit Explorers, be sure to ask for Zachary. He’s outstanding—quick with your drink, skillful at crafting cocktails tailored to your taste, and perfectly... read more If you visit Explorers, be sure to ask for Zachary. He’s outstanding—quick with your drink, skillful at crafting cocktails tailored to your taste, and perfectly balances giving you space or engaging company. He’s incredibly professional and excels at his job. The evening started slow, but Zachary kept the bar open well past when he could have left. Soon after, a wedding party arrived and the place came alive. I’d asked a local about a cheaper nearby bar, but I’m grateful I didn’t go there. Explorers is very comfortable and offers a beautiful view of the harbor, unlike the local spot which has no view at all.