John Steven Tavern - Menu

1800 Thames St, Baltimore, United States Of America, 21231

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3.3 💬 198 Reviews
John Steven Tavern

Phone: +14106170580,+14103275561

Address: 1800 Thames St, Baltimore, United States Of America, 21231

City: Baltimore

Menu Dishes: 35

Reviews: 198

Website: https://pennyblackbaltimore.com

"We had a large group of 25 in the dining room, and despite being told that the AC was on, it was unbearably hot, forcing us to open the windows. It really felt like there was no one taking charge of the situation. The service was lacking, and the food was just average. We weren't informed that a 20% gratuity had already been included, so many of us ended up tipping again. Overall, the prices are quite high considering the quality of the food and service. The main issue seems to be the lack of management, as the restaurant is owned by investors. Lastly, I would advise against drinking the water; it tastes so bad that it feels unhealthy."

Full menu - 35 options

All prices are estimates on menu.

Salads

Starters

Sandwiches

Lunch

Appetizers

Chicken Wings

Salad

Sandwiches And Platters

Soups

Chargrilled Beef

Extras

Tavern Fare

Baked Potatoes

Soups & Stews

Mains

Seafood Specialties

Seafood

Appetizer

Steamers

Fish And Seafood Entrees

Today's Soup

Main Courses

Steaks & Chops

Entrées

Saumya Saumya

I visited this restaurant for a holiday party, and we were seated in the back room. It was a very comfortable space for our group of nearly 25 people—cozy and charming! We enjoyed one...

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Alexis
Alexis

A few weeks ago, I went for drinks at Penny Black with a friend who lives nearby, and I had a great time. The atmosphere was definitely old-school and traditional, which I really enjoyed.


Anna
Anna

Situated across the harbor, this restaurant has the potential to be a fantastic dining destination, but the food is just mediocre. It could make for a pleasant place to grab a drink, especially at the corner, though its offerings are somewhat limited.


Vern
Vern

We had a large party of 25 in the dining room. We were advised about the air conditioning, but it was completely ineffective, making it so hot that we had to open the windows. There is no temperature control available. The service was subpar, and the food was just average. We were not informed that a 20% tip was already included, which led many of us to tip again. Overall, the prices do not reflect the quality of the food and service. The main issue seems to be a lack of accountability, as the place is run by investors. Lastly, I recommend avoiding the water; it tastes so bad that it's likely unhealthy. View menu


Larry
Larry

We had a large group of 25 in the dining room, and despite being told that the AC was on, it was unbearably hot, forcing us to open the windows. It really felt like there was no one taking charge of the situation. The service was lacking, and the food was just average. We weren't informed that a 20% gratuity had already been included, so many of us ended up tipping again. Overall, the prices are quite high considering the quality of the food and service. The main issue seems to be the lack of management, as the restaurant is owned by investors. Lastly, I would advise against drinking the water; it tastes so bad that it feels unhealthy.

Baltimore

Baltimore

Baltimore, a historic port city, is known for its blue crabs and seafood, with dishes like crab cakes and Old Bay seasoning being local specialties.

Categories

  • Pubs "Discover a cozy atmosphere with hearty meals, craft beers, and classic pub fare. Enjoy comfort food favorites like fish and chips, burgers, and wings, paired with a refreshing pint or creative cocktail."
  • Bars Discover our selection of expertly crafted cocktails, refreshing beers, and our curated list of fine wines. Perfect for unwinding with friends or pairing with your favorite dishes from our menu. Cheers! View menu
  • Lunch Delight in our lunch offerings, where fresh ingredients and global flavors come together to create satisfying meals. Choose from an array of salads, sandwiches, and hearty entrees for a midday culinary escape.
  • Drinks Quench your thirst with our refreshing selection of drinks, from hand-crafted cocktails and fine wines to non-alcoholic delights, including sodas, juices, and expertly brewed coffee and tea. Perfect complements to your meal!

Amenities

  • Caterer
  • Catering
  • menu
  • Happy Hour
  • menu
  • No Smoking

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