Brennan's Wine-Tobacco-Food, one of the best kept secrets in the Central West End, recently celebrated its 10th Anniversary. Located at 4659 Maryland Ave., just off the busy intersection of Maryland and Euclid, Brennan's has stood the test of time, in an area that has seen its share of restaurants turnover from one style to another for years.
Sporting the motto of "The place to meet with friends, old and new" Brennan's is a combination establishment of areas. "Brennan's Bottle Shop & Bar" offers an eclectic mix of people, small tables, dim lighting, seating both inside as well as on the patio, and a well stocked bar. "The Maryland House" which sits atop the bar, gives the element of a 1930's speakeasy, where drinks flow freely, and great music, both international and domestic is lightly pumped to enhance a soulful feel- the reason why this space is booked for private events on a regular basis. "The lower level is a hidden gem, where Brennan's hooks up with some of the best in live entertainment including comedy, music and their original live debate series on non-important topics dubbed "Arguments & Grievances."
Recognized as the industry's first microtobacconist, Brennan's continues to incorporate the 'Human Element' into the premium tobacco business. Signature trademarks for the brand include Durango Pipe Tobacco Cigars (durangocigars.com) which are aged with herbs, spices, tea leaves and liquors as well as Brennan's own line of hand crafted traditional cigars. They also offer a full line of popular brands such as Rocky Patel, Cohiba, and the like. Brennan's will be putting out their own line of cigar accessories including match strikers, ashtrays and humidors this winter.