Mobtown Ballroom & Cafe is a delightful gem nestled in the heart of Baltimore, offering both a unique dining experience and a vibrant music venue. Located at 30 W North Ave, this cafe is known for its warm atmosphere, making it a prime location for relaxing meals or intimate music events. Patrons like Lauren S. praise its cozy setup, which includes both seated areas and open spaces, ideal for soaking in performances spanning various genres, from jazz to heavy metal.
Guest reviews highlight the venue's versatility. Alexander Tsui notes Mobtown's exceptional capabilities for hosting diverse events, emphasizing the courteous staff and accommodating environment suited for everything from DJ parties to live showcases. Meanwhile, Lyndah Lovell recounts a private event that was transformed into an unforgettable experience thanks to the dedicated team. The food, while not always the main focus, garners rave reviews—particularly items like the impressive corn muffins that Janice Rosado swears by for a quick caffeine fix on busy mornings.
Whether you're there to enjoy an exhilarating live show or to savor delicious baked goods, Mobtown Ballroom & Cafe cultivates a space where culinary delights and musical magic effortlessly converge.
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Service options
Takeaway
Dine-in
Delivery
Highlights
Fast service
Live music
Live performances
Popular for
Breakfast
Lunch
Solo dining
Good for working on laptop
Accessibility
Wheelchair-accessible entrance
Wheelchair-accessible seating
Wheelchair-accessible toilet
Assistive hearing loop
Wheelchair-accessible car park
Offerings
Alcohol
Beer
Cocktails
Coffee
Comfort food
Late-night food
Spirits
Wine
Dining options
Breakfast
Brunch
Lunch
Dessert
Seating
Amenities
Bar on site
Gender-neutral toilets
Toilet
Atmosphere
Casual
Cosy
Trendy
Crowd
Groups
LGBTQ+ friendly
Locals
Tourists
Transgender safe space
Payments
Credit cards
Debit cards
Credit cards
Parking
Free of charge street parking
Paid parking lot
Paid street parking
Parking
Pets
Dogs allowed outside
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Reviews For Mobtown Ballroom & Cafe
Lauren S.
Jun 16,2025
A really nice intimate space to support local music. There were tables for when you wanted to sit as well as an open pit section. The venue's acoustics could fit every music genre, I went to see a heavy metal band and the music played between acts was jazz. It really suited the relaxed ambience. Pictured here is the band Exist, a local Baltimore band!
Casie Chilcote
Jun 14,2025
Went for the garage sale and had a blast. Didn't get any food, but what I saw was delicious. Update! Google is making me update my review instead of write a new one? Went again for Goth Prom II last night and had such a good time! The themed drinks were on point and the music was great.
Alexander Tsui (徐嘉豪)
Jun 4,2025
Mobtown Ballroom is an exceptional venue that offers a wide range of possibilities for hosting engaging events. As a member of the organizing team for an anime, comic, and game (ACG)-centric event, I can attest to the venue’s full potential and its ability to accommodate various activities. The staff members were exceptionally courteous and accommodating. If you are seeking a suitable venue for your upcoming musical event, Mobtown Ballroom presents an excellent option. It can host a DJ party, a live band performance, or even a virtual talent/VTuber showcase on a projector screen.
Lyndah Lovell
May 5,2025
Mobtown hosted my private event and made it unforgettable! Thank you to Dave and the incredible staff who made it all possible! Hands down a great place to eat, dance and make awesome memories.
Janice Rosado
Apr 23,2025
The Mobtown Cafe is well worth the quick stop on my long drive to work to get some crumbly baked goodness (pictured: massive corn muffin) and my caffeine fix! Chill atmosphere and tables to work in on the rare occasion I have time to stay.
Caleb Wallace
Apr 4,2025
Excellent cafe, exceptional dance venue. The coffee here is solid and reasonably priced, the biscuits and breakfast sandwiches are top notch, and the baked goods are delightfully flavored without being terribly sweet. This is the best swing dance venue on the east coast, and it’s not even close. 10/10 do recommend
Niki Koch
Mar 19,2025
A spacious and bright space great for hanging out and reading a good book or getting some work done. They had a delicious Arnold Palmer made with tea from a local shop in the summer, and hot matcha for the winter. I love the egg and cheese sandwich on a biscuit which is sooooo good! The baristas are cool and friendly, and they always compliment my hair :)
Michael Quisao
Mar 9,2025
Mobtown Ballroom is a wonderful place to go dancing, make & meet friends, and have a great time. Great bar, service, and nice drinks. They've got swing dancing every Monday and Friday night There's always a drop-in beginner lesson that starts at 8pm. Really excited for their new location, brand new custom dance floor, and kitchen! I had a pork rib sandwich and fried pickles. Both were great. Can't wait to check to check them out during the day time for their cafe.
Reviews For Mobtown Ballroom & Cafe