Canton’s martini bar serves a crowd that’s eager to unbutton its collective collar.

• “So-So”

Tips: If the cocktail hour turns to the supper hour, look over the sophisticated, Italian-influenced dinner menu, which is served from 5pm to 11pm.

Cosmopolitan Bar & Grill

One Fells Point’s jazz-and-blues stop happens to have an Irish accent.

• “Great Local Hang out”
• “Fun and Good Music”
• “Philly”
• “Always a great time”

Tips: Described as “organized chaos,” St. Patrick’s Day turns everyone green for the day. Get into the spirit with Dogs Among the Bushes, a Celtic trio which plays from 2pm to 1:30am.

Cat’s Eye Pub

With kings, presidents and other luminaries as past patrons, The Belvedere’s landmark watering hole provides a history of good company.

• “Best bar in Bmore!! hands down!”
• “Historical Bar with character”
• “Worst experience in Baltimore. ”
• “Neat little place for drinks and food with friends”
• “Yuk!”

Tips: Two happy-hour drink specials are offered Monday through Friday—one from 4pm to 7 pm, and the other from 11:30pm to 2am.

The Owl Bar