This rough tavern in Midland frequently serves recently released prisoners of Citadel Volshyenek’s jails.
Because of that it also serves strong coffee to a high number of Korvosan Guards. Brawls between the two infrequently erupt but very quickly end. As the drunk (and usually unarmed) ex-prisoners can’t compete with the still-sober guards, these scuffles typically end with a return to jail.

Despite its law-enforcement customers, Bailer’s Retreat is an excellent place to overhear rumors of illicit activities in Midland and East Shore.