According to folklore, The Red Star gained its name and reputation from sailors visiting Fell's Point. They docked, lonely and water-logged, hoping to find some of the comforts of home. The sailors knew Fell's Point was a good place to find a warm meal and a cold ale, along with more "intimate" necessities. The blue laws of the time prohibited the customary red lights in the district... so resourceful women painted nautical red stars on the sidewalks leading the sailors their doors. To the lonely men's delight, The Red Star was born.

While we don't serve all of the "dishes" they did back then, The Red Star continues a proud tradition of great food, refreshing drinks, and good fun. As for the comforts of home, well that's up to you...