We Found Maryland’s SECRET Basement Bar! 🍺 | Irv’s Basement Bar & Guinness Road Trip with Woody

🍺 MARYLAND ROAD TRIP! A 103-YEAR-OLD BARTENDER, A LEGENDARY BASEMENT DIVE BAR & GUINNESS! 🇮🇪 What happens when two buddies from Pennsylvania hit the road searching for legendary bars, fascinating history, cold beer, and unforgettable experiences? YOU HAVE A DAY! 🍻 This time, Woody and I head south to Maryland for an incredible bar adventure featuring two completely different destinations: the legendary Irv’s Basement Bar in Pasadena, Maryland, and the famous Guinness Open Gate Brewery just outside Baltimore! One is an old-school basement dive bar operated by a World War II veteran who’s been serving drinks for decades. The other is an incredible American destination for one of the most iconic Irish beers in the world. And with Guinness Open Gate Brewery preparing to close its doors on November 1, 2026, this road trip takes on some extra significance! 🍻 STOP #1: IRV’S BASEMENT BAR | PASADENA, MARYLAND 📍 Pasadena, Maryland 21122 Imagine walking into someone’s house, heading downstairs, and discovering an actual licensed bar! Welcome to Irv’s Basement Bar, also known as Club Sunset Knoll, one of Maryland’s most unusual and legendary watering holes. The man behind the bar is Irvin “Irv” Koch, a 103-year-old World War II Navy veteran who has operated this remarkable basement establishment since 1963! Irv’s isn’t your typical neighborhood pub. It’s a genuine old-school dive bar featuring: 🍺 Affordable, no-frills drinks 🎱 Pool table and classic jukebox 🍻 Decades of bar history and memorabilia 👙 Its famously decorated ceiling ⚓ An incredible waterfront location 🇺🇸 A legendary bartender with stories spanning generations Forget fancy cocktail menus and trendy décor. Irv’s is about character, history, and experiencing a bar unlike almost anything else in America. Is this one of Maryland’s greatest hidden-gem dive bars? Come along and see what Woody and I discover! 💵 Bring cash! Operating hours can vary, so verify before visiting. 🇮🇪 STOP #2: GUINNESS OPEN GATE BREWERY | BALTIMORE AREA 📍 5001 Washington Blvd, Halethorpe, MD 21227 🌐 https://www.guinnessbrewerybaltimore.com From one legendary bar to another, our Maryland adventure continues at the Guinness Open Gate Brewery! Opened in August 2018, Guinness Open Gate Brewery brought more than 260 years of Irish brewing heritage together with American craft beer innovation. Located on the historic Calvert distillery property just outside Baltimore, this destination became a must-visit attraction for Guinness lovers. What made this brewery special? 🍺 The iconic Guinness Draught 🇮🇪 Irish brewing heritage and American creativity 🍻 Experimental beers and unique brewery releases 🏭 Brewery history and tours 🌳 A massive outdoor beer garden 🍔 Pub-inspired food and Irish favorites 🛍️ Guinness merchandise and souvenirs 🚨 END OF AN ERA! Guinness has announced that its Maryland Open Gate Brewery will serve its final pint on November 1, 2026, ending more than eight years of operation. That makes our visit a chance to experience a special piece of American Guinness history before its doors close. Whether you love a perfectly poured pint of Guinness, Irish pubs, American breweries, or unique travel destinations, this stop belongs in the story! 🎥 ABOUT THIS MARYLAND ROAD TRIP This is what Have a Day with Slice is all about! Finding fascinating places, meeting interesting people, discovering legendary watering holes, enjoying great beer, and making memories along the way. Woody and I are always looking for our next adventure, whether we’re exploring Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, New Jersey, Maryland, or destinations around the world. From a tiny basement dive bar to a