McCracken's is now the Tavern on Key
This is probably the worst photo I've taken in a while. But it was necessary.
Remember McCracken's on Key (1400 Key Highway)? Well, as I understand, it's under new ownership.
And with that new ownership comes ... gasp ... a sign. Yes, a real street sign.
I haven't been in side, but from the sidewalk, it looks like the new owner hasn't changed the place much. I'll bet beer prices have gone up some, but that was inevitable.
I mean, someone's gotta pay for the sign, right?
(Photo by me)
I've been The Baltimore Sun's nightlife and local entertainment reporter for a couple years, and it's surprising how much the scene has grown in that time. Most of Baltimore's bars and clubs are unpretentious places with fairly cheap drinks and plenty of character. I like dancing and think this city needs more clubs, but nothing beats having a cold, locally brewed beer with friends in a comfortably full corner bar.
Comments
maybe it's your picture, but it looks like they just stole an exit sign, and sharpied their name on the back.
Posted by: Allan | September 10, 2008 2:35 PM
This place is the basement of what looks like an average rowhome.
I walked by there Saturday night and there was quite a rough looking crowd gathered outside. I've walk by there other times and there's usually a few people in there sitting around drinking. Haven't had the desire to check it out myself. Probably won't.
Posted by: bob | September 10, 2008 3:38 PM
Waynestock this weekend - be there, not the square
Posted by: eddie | September 10, 2008 3:41 PM
Bring back good ole Wrotens!
Posted by: jason | September 10, 2008 4:23 PM