So here we are with the new place, what was once Taverna Corvino is now C&R (Cowboys and Rednecks) Pub (1117 S Charles St., Federal Hill), an offering of theme restaurant meets Federal Hill nightlife establishment. “So what’s it like?” you’re asking yourself 63 times a day. Welll sir, I popped in there the other day to find out. First thing’s first, the decor. A lot of work has been put into the space, with new … Read entire article »

(edit/correction: like some other joints that wind up bought/sold/transferred, SoBo is still in operation. Forgot to add that – thanks to restaurant wizzzard @gorelickingood for pointing that out!) I close my eyes Only for a moment and the moment’s gone All my dreams Pass before my eyes a curiosity Dust in the wind All they are is dust in the wind Same old song Just a drop of water in an endless sea All we do Crumbles to the ground though we refuse to see Dust … Read entire article »

In case you missed it last week amidst the unending Grand Prix coverage, Federal Hill’s Taverna Corvino space (1117-19 S Charles St.) had itself a little transfer of ownership (leased property) from the McComas-in-name-only crowd to one C+R Pub, which is in practice going to supposedly be a steakhouse, and the C+R stands for “Cowboys and Rednecks.” ………….YESSSSSSSSSSSSSS!!!!!! I’m excited for this “Y’all,” I mean Federal Hill has up to this point been totally devoid of … Read entire article »

In the grand tradition of making bars and restaurants in the Federal Hill area larger by absorbing neighboring properties, Grumpies Pour House has successfully expanded into the adjacent Federal Hill Lounge space and has reopened as a pizza restaurant dubbed Social Pub and Pie (25 E Cross St). The old Federal Hill Lounge was completely gutted it would seem and flawlessly incorporated into the new space with completely redone floors and a small but efficient brick … Read entire article »