I should be there on Sunday for the Yankees/O's game. Never been before.
Anyone got tips about "must-do's" in and around the ballpark? Favorite eatery? etc...?
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Inner Harbor is close.
Little Italy is a short cab ride away, and is open before and after the game. Great atmosphere. Sabatino's was always my favorite.
O'brecki's is on the pier by the ESPN zone for crabs. This should get you started.
PS. if your looking for the party area try Fells Point.
Little Italy is a short cab ride away, and is open before and after the game. Great atmosphere. Sabatino's was always my favorite.
O'brecki's is on the pier by the ESPN zone for crabs. This should get you started.
PS. if your looking for the party area try Fells Point.
JB,
I bumped this up so PG could see it, he seems to be the "food guru" around here and might direct you to a good eatery!
I bumped this up so PG could see it, he seems to be the "food guru" around here and might direct you to a good eatery!
(1) Take plenty of money; Angelos is cheap but his food isn't.
(2) Boog's Bar-B-Que is a necessity.
(3) Hot dogs are a must, as in any park, but they're huge, so let Boog's handiwork settle a few innings in between the Bar-b-Que and the hot dog.
(4) If poor play upsets your stomach, for goodness sakes eat befor Chen comes in from the bullpen. Once he comes in, you can leave as the game is over and the O's either have lost or will lose.
(5) Inner Harbor is only 2-3 blocks away, sort of, and has a lot of neat shops. The all time greatest, "All American Baseball Classics" unfortuantely closed a few years ago. Great place to just walk around, relax and "people watch". The obnoxious ones will have on the hats with "NY".
(2) Boog's Bar-B-Que is a necessity.
(3) Hot dogs are a must, as in any park, but they're huge, so let Boog's handiwork settle a few innings in between the Bar-b-Que and the hot dog.
(4) If poor play upsets your stomach, for goodness sakes eat befor Chen comes in from the bullpen. Once he comes in, you can leave as the game is over and the O's either have lost or will lose.
(5) Inner Harbor is only 2-3 blocks away, sort of, and has a lot of neat shops. The all time greatest, "All American Baseball Classics" unfortuantely closed a few years ago. Great place to just walk around, relax and "people watch". The obnoxious ones will have on the hats with "NY".
You can't miss with Baltimore Famous Lexington Market
Close to Camden Yards, either walk or short cab ride!
Fresh everything, and anything!
- Faidley's (since 1886) crab cakes and seafood
- softshell
- oysters
- mussels
- fish
- rum cake
- ice cream
- Balt best
Barron's deli my favorite, since a bit impartial to family!
Cheers
Bear
Close to Camden Yards, either walk or short cab ride!
Fresh everything, and anything!
- Faidley's (since 1886) crab cakes and seafood
- softshell
- oysters
- mussels
- fish
- rum cake
- ice cream
- Balt best
Barron's deli my favorite, since a bit impartial to family!
Cheers
Bear
Just noticed that TPM asked for my input.
I spent a month one week in Baltimore. (just kidding) Crab Cakes seemed to be the big thing. Inner Harbor was the place to go. For the younger crowd I would recommend the ESPN Zone. The Ball Park is great!
Forgot the name of it but one of those real famous horse racing tracks is there. South (I think) of the horse track is a poor part of town. I’ve always been fascinated by driving through the worst parts of anywhere we’re at. They’re all very similar, garbage everywhere, lots of broken windows and people walking around looking dangerous. My wife hates it, but I think it’s very educational. You can’t help but wonder… How many of these poor little kids have amazing talents that will be wasted. It’s very sad, that people in our country have to live like that. And it’s not just Baltimore, it’s like that in every big city in the country! Millions of young kids who have to find a way to climb out of that mess they were born into. Many of them never do!
I spent a month one week in Baltimore. (just kidding) Crab Cakes seemed to be the big thing. Inner Harbor was the place to go. For the younger crowd I would recommend the ESPN Zone. The Ball Park is great!
Forgot the name of it but one of those real famous horse racing tracks is there. South (I think) of the horse track is a poor part of town. I’ve always been fascinated by driving through the worst parts of anywhere we’re at. They’re all very similar, garbage everywhere, lots of broken windows and people walking around looking dangerous. My wife hates it, but I think it’s very educational. You can’t help but wonder… How many of these poor little kids have amazing talents that will be wasted. It’s very sad, that people in our country have to live like that. And it’s not just Baltimore, it’s like that in every big city in the country! Millions of young kids who have to find a way to climb out of that mess they were born into. Many of them never do!
Grab a water ferry to Fell's Point and drop into
Crabby Dick's.
You will get a wooden hammer - a load full of delicious crabs - some good beer - and you will laugh all night.
Crabby Dick's.
You will get a wooden hammer - a load full of delicious crabs - some good beer - and you will laugh all night.
Heres my tip. Don't buy any food at the game. Too expensive and not very good. Expect alotta Yankee fans there. Before the game go to a crab house and get some crabs. Steamed old bay and if your over 21 get a Natty Boh a Baltimore beer that's a legend. Steamed crabs with old bay, if you leave Baltimore without trying steamed crabs with old bay shame on you. The best seafood in the world is here!!!
Litle Italy and the Inner Harbor are amazing. Little Italy is my favorite plave, especially if they're playing b**** ball. Have fun!!
Litle Italy and the Inner Harbor are amazing. Little Italy is my favorite plave, especially if they're playing b**** ball. Have fun!!
quote:Steamed old bay and if your over 21 get a Natty Boh a Baltimore beer that's a legend.
Oh, just a tad over 21. Although some have been known to feel I behave more than just a little BELOW 21.
Thanks for all the tips everyone...looking forward to it.
quote:Originally posted by PGStaff:
Just noticed that TPM asked for my input.
I spent a month one week in Baltimore. (just kidding) Crab Cakes seemed to be the big thing. Inner Harbor was the place to go. For the younger crowd I would recommend the ESPN Zone. The Ball Park is great!
Forgot the name of it but one of those real famous horse racing tracks is there. South (I think) of the horse track is a poor part of town. I’ve always been fascinated by driving through the worst parts of anywhere we’re at. They’re all very similar, garbage everywhere, lots of broken windows and people walking around looking dangerous. My wife hates it, but I think it’s very educational. You can’t help but wonder… How many of these poor little kids have amazing talents that will be wasted. It’s very sad, that people in our country have to live like that. And it’s not just Baltimore, it’s like that in every big city in the country! Millions of young kids who have to find a way to climb out of that mess they were born into. Many of them never do!
The race track is Pimlico - host of the Preakness. The area around it is not very good.
Bal'more (notice the t is silent) has great crab cakes. Crabby Dick's is good but there are also good food right in the Inner Harbor. Phillips is a staple.
At the park, try some of Boog's BBQ.
You can also tour Babe Ruth childhood home
Anyone ever been to Obrycki's? Got this tip from my boss who got it from a book. Looks great!
Obrycki's
Obrycki's
yes, just misspelled the name. A typical Maryland crab house. Get ready to get messy.
Obrycki's for crabs....agreed
Sabatino's in Little Italy for late night, especially
Amicci's in Little Italy for decent prices
Luigi Petti has an outdoor dining area if that's your thing (also Little Italy)
If you're up for a high ticket dinner, Charleston (call first, it's amazing but very, very high ticket)
Should sees? The Inner Harbor, ESPN Zone if you don't have one in your area (food's not good, though), Babe Ruth Museum and Sports Legends at Camden Yards. For the two museums, check the websites for hours. They are walking distance from the ballpark.
I, too, would eat any of Boog's sandwiches, but not much else at Camden Yards. Waaaay overpriced.
There are some very good chain restaurants downtown as well -- Cheesecake Factory, Fleming's, Ruth's Chris, Capital Grille, etc. But I'd bypass Phillips any day for Obrycki's.
Feel free to PM me for any additional info.
Sabatino's in Little Italy for late night, especially
Amicci's in Little Italy for decent prices
Luigi Petti has an outdoor dining area if that's your thing (also Little Italy)
If you're up for a high ticket dinner, Charleston (call first, it's amazing but very, very high ticket)
Should sees? The Inner Harbor, ESPN Zone if you don't have one in your area (food's not good, though), Babe Ruth Museum and Sports Legends at Camden Yards. For the two museums, check the websites for hours. They are walking distance from the ballpark.
I, too, would eat any of Boog's sandwiches, but not much else at Camden Yards. Waaaay overpriced.
There are some very good chain restaurants downtown as well -- Cheesecake Factory, Fleming's, Ruth's Chris, Capital Grille, etc. But I'd bypass Phillips any day for Obrycki's.
Feel free to PM me for any additional info.
Great day at the ballpark. Thanks for all your tips...enjoyed the park, the fans (even the Yankee ones 
) and very much enjoyed the surrounding area.
Some notes:
* Derek Jeter is an absolute STUD!
* Camden Yards is a very nice park surrounded by plenty to do...reminds me a little of Pac Bell...oops, SBC...YIKES...AT&T.
* Did I say Derek Jeter is a stud?
* Had lunch at "Boog's BBQ" in right field...even got Boog Powell himself to autograph my cap. Very good BBQ.
* I think Derek Jeter is the best player in baseball today.
* Great little museum and gift shop just outside the ballpark in centerfield. Called "Legends of Baseball" featuring Babe Ruth.
* Derek Jeter is SOOOOoooo smooth, geez he makes it look easy in the field and at the plate! Runners on 2nd/3rd, he hits to the right side to drive one in....runner on 3rd, sac fly....runner on 2nd, home run.
* Dinner at OBricky's a short drive from the stadium. Great crab cakes. Gotta go there if you can.
* DEREK JETER is a *******' STUD! WOW what a treat!
Sorry for the trip report if it bored you. Just thought the trip was well worth it.
God Bless America! Have a safe Monday, 9/11.
) and very much enjoyed the surrounding area.Some notes:
* Derek Jeter is an absolute STUD!
* Camden Yards is a very nice park surrounded by plenty to do...reminds me a little of Pac Bell...oops, SBC...YIKES...AT&T.
* Did I say Derek Jeter is a stud?
* Had lunch at "Boog's BBQ" in right field...even got Boog Powell himself to autograph my cap. Very good BBQ.
* I think Derek Jeter is the best player in baseball today.
* Great little museum and gift shop just outside the ballpark in centerfield. Called "Legends of Baseball" featuring Babe Ruth.
* Derek Jeter is SOOOOoooo smooth, geez he makes it look easy in the field and at the plate! Runners on 2nd/3rd, he hits to the right side to drive one in....runner on 3rd, sac fly....runner on 2nd, home run.
* Dinner at OBricky's a short drive from the stadium. Great crab cakes. Gotta go there if you can.
* DEREK JETER is a *******' STUD! WOW what a treat!
Sorry for the trip report if it bored you. Just thought the trip was well worth it.
God Bless America! Have a safe Monday, 9/11.
JB,
You didn't mention anything about beer!
By he way, what did you think of Derek Jeter?
You didn't mention anything about beer!
By he way, what did you think of Derek Jeter?
Beer? YIKES! Good...very good beer too. 
Derek Jeter is awesome!
Derek Jeter is awesome!
Which game did you attend? I went on saturday with a friend and sat about 30 rows behind 3rd base. I had alot of fun except for the really obnoxious yankee fans who couldn't talk a little trash without getting their feelings hurt. Not to mention I was the only O's fan around, which is really sad. BTW, did you try the steamed crabs with old bay?
Went Sunday. Surrounded by Yankees fans too.
Had the crab cakes. DELICIOUS!
Had the crab cakes. DELICIOUS!
Just - sounds like a great trip. I'm also thrilled you're tapping into your feminine side with regards to your comments about Jeter. He is a S*T*U*D* in my opinion, too! 
See you at the Big Game??
See you at the Big Game??
quote:I'm also thrilled you're tapping into your feminine side...
Oh my! Didn't mean to do that! YIKES!
Did you just come back to harrass me?
quote:Originally posted by justbaseball:quote:I'm also thrilled you're tapping into your feminine side...
Oh my! Didn't mean to do that! YIKES!
Did you just come back to harrass me?
Awww, come on JBB, you missed me, I know it. The worth opponent... BTW, we'll be tailgating before the big game in the parking lot right next to the stadium. Expect you and yours to stop by for a beer and some grief....