We sat at the bar. The bar staff was very kind and polite. I had 2 lemon drops and truffle fries and the truffle fries were amazing and it's a good portion size. The lemon drops are pretty strong but still taste good. The atmosphere is super cute! read more

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It was okay. The drinks were great but the food was quite underwhelming. We had the Shrimp & Grits and the Huevos Rancheros. Neither were bad just not amazing. While the food was just okay the service was absolutely impeccable and the ambiance of the restaurant and accompanying hotel are stunning. I don't know that we would come back for food but we will definitely be back for drinks! read more

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This was my first time here, and it was an incredible experience. The service was outstanding. The bartenders--Morris, Mohammad, and Anthony--crafted exquisite drinks and made us feel very welcome. I highly recommend this place. If I could give it 10 stars, I absolutely would! read more

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The ambience of this place is super cool and gives very upscale. It's located inside of The hostess led me to the wrong table I'm not sure why. I'm not a drinker but they have multiple bars. We were there on a Saturday afternoon and ordered the brunch items. read more

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Absolutely loved the winter chalet experience. It felt cozy, festive, and thoughtfully done from start to finish. The chalet setup was perfect for colder weather, warm, intimate, and such a fun seasonal touch. The food was delicious as always, the drinks were on point, and the service was friendly and attentive without feeling rushed. The ambiance really made the night feel special and elevated the whole experience. Perfect spot for a winter night out. I'll definitely be back. read more

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Ambiance very inviting, nestled inside a cute hotel.. we had private room for 10. Our waiter started off attentive then a graduation group was seated and we saw him less. So much less we had to ask for water refills by getting up. The food was ok but the presentation was great. I didn't get any pics of our food. Many ordered the avocado toast, green salad. Shrimp and grits, fresh fruits, French toast. Everything looked delicious just was lacking a bit of seasonings.. The vibes sounded good, the DJ was very good... I'd go back just for the vibes read more

We had breakfast here while staying in the comfortable and well-located hotel. The restaurant was the weakest part of our stay. Up sides: The room has plenty of style and character, with bright sunshine coming through the skylights. Our server was sweet and warm. The honey yogurt parfait, while small, was delicious, with varied granola and a creamy whole-milk flavor. The berries were ripe even in November. They gave me a pretty pot of hot water at no charge, which many restaurants won't do. The breakfast potatoes were crisp and well seasoned. Down sides: the banquette was quite dirty, with lots of crumbs in every crevice. Our server was so nice, but not knowledgeable and kept coming back to verify orders she'd forgotten (we were a small party and the room wasn't crowded). The omelet was small and watery -- it looked like two medium eggs. The prices are eye-watering given the inconsistent quality. We were forced to tip 20% for service that didn't justify it. Weirdest of all, the English muffin was floppy as Wonder bread, and rather than being toasted, it had been thrown on some kind of flame briefly, so it had some sear marks, but was neither warm nor crispy. I mean, let me make the toast if you can't manage it. If you're staying here, and not too price sensitive, this breakfast will do. But don't go any distance out of your way to come here. read more

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I stopped in for lunch of a Friday afternoon. After I was greeted, I sat at the bar. Afternoon reviewing the menu, I ordered a Moscato and the cream of crab soup. The bartender was kind and very attentive. The wine was very good, refreshing and smooth. The real star of the show was the soup. There was crab meat in every bite plus the additional crab meat added to the center. This was well worth it for $17. Overall, I had a great afternon at this restaurant for lunch and I can't wait to return again. read more

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Solo diner review: 4/8/25 I visited Dirty Habit on a "Tasting Tuesday" and ordered their four course menu though there were lots of options (regular dinner menu, Tasting Tuesday, Cherry Blossom specials, Wine List -- made for rigorous reading at the beginning of a meal). The Tasting Tuesday menu is SO reasonably priced at $58 with an optional wine pairing for another $32. What a value! This restaurant definitely has an inside-a-hotel vibe, but their decor is very interesting. It felt like ultra-glam gothic -- chic and cool -- and trying just a little too hard, but in the best way possible. Even for a Tuesday night the place was hopping. I had a 5pm reservation and when I left the bar and restaurant were crowded. The food was interesting and service was well paced. From the four course tasting menu I really enjoyed the roasted potato bread (with incredibly flavorful fresh chives as a garnish), and the Suya Short Rib with glazed beets and beef jus. The short rib was lusciously tender and the richness of the glazed beets really deepened the flavor. I was also impressed that I got a wine pairing with ALL FOUR courses! And the wines were nice; especially the wine with dessert that I didn't catch the name of. Some logistical advice: enter through the hotel lobby. I foolishly followed my GPS and entered around at Dirty Habit's official entrance and then had to walk through the restaurant to the host stand. Also, I hope you don't have to go to the bathroom during your meal. Bathrooms are located through the hotel lobby, up a floor (stairs or elevator), and down the hallway. They're really cool bathrooms, but your food will be cold by the time you make it there and back. Overall, an excellent meal for an excellent value. With its location right in the middle of Penn Quarter it's super convenient for events at the Arena or a night at the Theatre. read more

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Dirty Habit is located inside the Kimpton Hotel . . . which, let me tell ya, is so beautiful and artsy, I might stay there the next time I'm in DC. Anyway . . . I was looking for a nearby place to have lunch. I arrived after the breakfast service ended and about 10 minutes before the lunch service commenced . . . but my server (I'm assuming the bartender), Juper, was great! He sat me immediately and served me a cocktail and allowed me to peruse the menu while waiting for service to start. The restaurant is sleek, modern, yet with a 20's-30's Hollywood glam vibe. Open, low-lit (but not too low) . . . tables not too crowded. Loved the modern music, which wasn't played too loud. I had the place to myself for a good hours before lunch traffic started to pick up. For lunch, the menu included salads (roasted vegetable, gem), dishes like roasted potato bread, mushroom toast. They have a burger and chicken sandwich. They have a steak and eggs (also on their breakfast service), which I strongly considered. Lamb meatballs, duck sugo, mussels, lobster rolls. I had the salmon burger (ground salmon) served with crushed avocado, remoulade, and tomato, as well as fries. The fries were crispy and seasoned. The sandwich itself had greater flavor and I enjoyed it. I also had a few cocktails, including the For Your Eyes Only (Rey campero espadin joven, dolin blanc, centum herbis, guava orgeat), The Grapes of Wrath (whistlepig bourbon, thomcord grapes, fresh pineapple, sorrel), and the Mandarin Cobbler (Ron zacapa rum, malmsey madeira, mandarin oleo saccharum, bay leaf)--which wasn't sweet like you'd think. All drinks were complex and tasted great. Dinner service has a lot of the same dishes, but adds in things like corn custard with crab, rockfish, branzino, pan roasted salmon, Adobo cauliflower, steak frites. Great place . . . I might try to go back for dinner service before heading home. Update: I did try dinner service before heading home. Steak frites was great. Moist, tender steak, well seasoned and prepared. I tried the corn chowder with crab for something novel, and it wasn't my thing, but I could appreciate it. My server (the receipt only says D) was excellent. Consistently good experience and would definitely return. read more

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Dirty Habit is an old DC faithful in my opinion. Located near the arena and China Town it's always up for consideration as a spot to stop for drinks and food! The service is always decent as well! read more

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Review on ambience & drinks. Will go back for brunch. Went here to celebrate a birthday and loved the ambience! This space is a really nice vibe...has good drinks, and makes for a great post-dinner treat and photo-op! Be sure to mosey on over to the hotel lobby at the Kimpton Monaco, it's artsy & eclectic! I do not recommend the churros, mine were fried way too hard in the previous night's oil; but the fries are 10/10. The service was nice, though. read more

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I got the truffle fries and cocktail. Both were good, but also nothing spectacular. Service was pretty slow on the day we went, but the ambiance was very relaxed and great. read more

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Food was delectable! My friend and I split the Baked French Toast and the Ham and Cheese Omelette. Service was excellent all around, from the hostess, to the server, to the busser staff. My friend and I might be in the minority on this, but we would rather have visited in a quieter place. The volume went above 80 dB, even at the "quiet table" that I requested. Other reviews already noted the long walk to the bathroom, so I won't harp on that. I would visit again, especially if I knew the music would be at 70 dB or if I could sit outside. read more

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Dirty Habit was a good dining experience. The decor is beautiful, urban dark-moody themed. The restaurant is very compartmentalized with themed sections. There are also plenty of space to host private events. There are multiple bars, all of which are vibrant and inviting. The food is delicious and the menu is multi-cultural fusion. The customer service was good. I enjoyed sitting in close proximity to the kitchen as I was able to see the cooks at work. A good option for delicious food, date night, or private events. Give them a try. read more

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Went back and tried their steak and eggs. So good! The holiday market was going on outside when I went so it was busier than usual inside the restaurant. The service was still solid and the place had a fun, lively energy with couples, families and pets all enjoying brunch. read more

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Went here for happy hour and enjoyed the tucked away patio! They happy hour menu is pretty limited but I did enjoy the truffle fries and also grabbed an old fashioned that was very good. read more

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I'm a little conflicted since it had such high points in cocktails and dinner - their halibut dish was divine, but the way they ran an event hosting was a bust. It is a beautiful venue tucked away inside Kimpton hotel, which has a very eclectic modern old meets new contemporary feel. I was a plus one to an event so the cocktails and horderves were comped, but I could not help wondering why they invited so many people to host with not enough bartenders and also leaving two wet and freshly painted metal tables directly in the way of bar out on the patio. A couple of people almost ran straight into it or set drinks on them before we were told they were "wet paint." Like why not move them before the event? The odd feelings and also not enough variety in appetizers, although that mango, shrimp ceviche was special, made me settle on this three stars score. read more

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I was drawn in by the name, and I enjoyed the best meal I've had since moving back to DC. The mussels with basil were the best I've had in my life. I then enjoyed the steak frites. The steak was prepared to perfection and served with a chimichurri with wasabi. It was FANTASTIC. My date's rockfish was seared to perfection. The watermelon gazpacho was a work of are and delicious too. You can tell the chef watches every meal that leaves the kitchen to make them perfect. Fernando, our wait was a joy. PHONEMENAL MEAL. read more

My husband and I went to Dirty Habit for Valentine's Day this year. I will say that the aesthetics and decor are very nice! I can see why people love it so much. The food, however, was decent/just okay. I am not sure if it was just a busy night or if the chef's were missing the TLC on each plate. The best plate was the Seared Scallops and fregola. It had a really unique flavor! My least favorite meal was the Salmon; the poached chayote and cauliflower made an unsightly and unpleasant liquid at the bottom of plate. Our waiters moved so quickly to keep up with the the crowd that they missed a couple things, but they were nice. I wouldn't go again for that price range, but it was a decent experience. read more

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People did not lie when they said the ambiance is nice; feels more like a lounge that just so happens to serve food rather than a restaurant. The music is a vibe and yes, it is a little loud. The only negative about the service is that brunch (kitchen & bottomless drinks) end at 3. Book an earlier reservation to get the best value. The food portions were HUGE: I didn't see anyone in the restaurant clear their plate. The drinks were also pretty good and fairly strong. - Birria Shakshuka: 7/10 The potatoes were really good but the cilantro overpowered the Birria. The eggs weren't poached properly either. - Chix Waffler: 8/10 The chicken was perfectly seasoned. The waffle was pretty standard; it was more fluffy than I'm used to. - Truffle Fries: 9/10 The truffle flavor is really strong. The sauce was cool it was like a sriracha aioli. They fries were a little greasy for me. - Tres Leches French Toast: 9/10 It tasted more like a bread pudding in flavor and consistency - it was super thick! read more

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Had the best bottomless brunch. Mimosas were strong and kept coming as the server was very attentive. The vibe is super lowkey but very cute for a friend brunch. Food was high quality as well so kind of pricey but worth it in my opinion. read more

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Things started on a bad note. My wife wanted the Cherry Blossom seasonal drink (it's the start of Cherry Blossom week) images of which had been following us on social media thanks to the miracle of Zuckerberg. They brought out some orange thing and said that it was the drink in the IG picture (see attached). Then their highly rated (4.1 on Untapped) hazy IPA was out so I ended up with a very mediocre local IPA (3.55). It set the tone for the rest of the meal. Pro: Braised Lamb Shank was tasty and huge. Burrata appetizer with blue berries and walnuts on a focaccia was unique and tasty. My daughter said that her steak was good. Tropical sorbet dessert was tasty. Cons: Service was a bit spotty with our waitress disappearing into the other half of the restaurant. The aforementioned drink issue. Mostly it was the drinks that got the evening off to a bad start. Don't advertise your fancy Cherry Blossom drink during Cherry Blossom season and have your bartender not know what it is and serve something very different. I would give the meal a 3.5 but there aren't half point and the experience didn't deserve a 4. read more

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So, I finally had a chance to visit Dirty Habit and it's literally one of my new favorite places. Everything was amazing. The decor and ambiance is beautiful. The lighting was perfect and I immediately took notice that everything was so thoughtfully put together. The staff was helpful and accommodating from start to finish. The food and drinks were sooooo good. I just suggest that if you have to use the restroom, it's a little journey from the restaurant so maybe go before ordering food, lol. (since it's in a hotel, you have to take the elevator up a floor and down a hall). Overall, it was so great that I will be back next week to try the dinner menu. This time, we did brunch and I have to figure out when I can go back for that too! read more

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A bit delayed but this is such a great spot to party! Came here for Halloween and it's beautiful. Had an amazing time and would definitely come back, my only complaint is the bathroom situation read more

I went for an event at this location that was hosted on their patio area. It's a really nice set up where they have bar height, tables and lounging couch areas. It was a pretty hot day and one thing that I noticed is that they didn't have many areas that had shade so the sun was constantly beaming on you. It started to become unbearable and I actually ended up leaving the event early. However, the staff was really kind and the food came out fast. I got a tequila sunrise which was good, kind of sweet. I also got their chicken and waffles and that was delicious. The waffle with cooked to perfection. Chicken was crispy and they had a dipping sauce that went with it that was really good! I would definitely go back when there wasn't an event just to check out the restaurant. read more

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Was super excited to try Dirty Habit. Booked a stay at Hotel Monaco and was able to get a Saturday night reservation. Our reservation was for 5pm in the "glass house". Learned when we were checking in that there are two sections of the restaurant... the "bird cage" and the "glass house". Both are beautiful, but the glass house is a bit brighter and open, and you can see the outdoor patio space. The bird cage is a bit more intimate and dimly lit. Everything was great about our initial experience. Our waitress was on top of her game and made us feel welcome. We started off with a few drinks and an order of the truffle fries. The fries and the dipping sauce were a solid 10! The sauce definitely has a bit of a kick. Unfortunately, the other dishes fell flat for me. I went with the oxtail appetizer and my friend ordered the lamb shank. The waitress explained the oxtail was off the bone, which I was totally fine with. What was disappointing for me was that it lacked salt. It was super underwhelming for me. Even hot sauce couldn't save it. I was only able to eat a small portion of the dish. The lamb shank was the same. Lacked salt. Although, the lamb was a bit more palatable. The lamb was cooked perfectly and was coming off the bone. The garbanzo beans and what seemed to be a curry sauce all came together, but the lack of salt really hurt the dish. I'll definitely be back for drinks and the environment, but will pass on the food. read more

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Love this restaurant. Ambiance is quite lovely. Love that it's attached to a hotel and that would be Hotel Monaco. We had several dishes but what I remember most has to be the Truffle Fries!!!! OMG they literally melt in your mouth. Everything was nice but I remember the truffle fries very well. Services was good too no complaints. Yes I would definitely visit again! read more

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This is a place that prides itself not only on the quality of the food in taste but also in presentation. One thing - they change the menu often enough that it's not worth looking ahead of time. I had picked out my meal before arriving, but had to change - as what I had selected was no longer available. No problem - I just wanted to note as I am someone who often researches before I eat somewhere new. I chose the Halibut crudo which came sitting in a bright, watermelon relish, with beautiful flowers, radishes, mustard seeds, and mini greens. The halibut pieces were cut so well. This was an appetizer but I had it as my entree because I can never finish an entree and my husband doesn't eat fish. For me, it was perfect. Also because we had the potato bread to start - with honey butter. Absolutely melt in the mouth, warm fresh bread! My husband had a stuffed chicken dish in mushroom sauce with asparagus. I can't find the name, since the menu changes often. It was perfectly balanced, well cooked, but this place isn't about liking a particular thing but trusting the chefs on creating some new flavors. That said, our host had the Steak Frites and that seems to stay on the menu. He selected the Truffle fries - which were yummy. And he was very happy with his steak. We had a couple of cocktails, which are small but high quality, and nice glasses of wine. The service was great! And it was so lovely to be able to be in an energetic space but where talking was very easy. It was a fabulous night out! read more

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Dirty habit it is always a great go-to brunch spot. They have a great DJ that curates the good vibes; I would recommend.

Still thinking about our girls night at Dirty Habit. It is such a gem in DC. The ambiance is moody and stylish, perfect for a fun night out, and the cocktails were seriously top-tier. We ordered a few appetizers to share and every single one was a hit and perfect with drinks. Service was smooth and welcoming. If you're looking for a go-to spot for cocktails and bites with friends, this is it. Easy 5 stars . read more

Wow. What a cool atmosphere-- so very trendy and chic! Loved the vibe. My friend and I came for an early dinner. The specialty cocktails weren't really what I was looking for, but I ordered a French 75 which was delicious! Thank you to whomever the bartender was that evening! Really enjoyed the pan seared scallops which were part of the small bites but you can have it as a meal too! You can add scallops for addtl $8 per scallop. Really loved the favor of the dish, wish there were a few more pasta pieces in there! Anddd I loved the crispy Brussel sprouts! I could eat those any time! We checked out the dessert menu but nothing screamed out at us. Would definitely like to come back and see what HH is like at the bar! read more

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This review is strictly for NYE. My party and I did the 3 course meal followed by a 4 hour reception with small bites and open bar. Dinner was a 5-star experience with excellent food. The staff also deserve 5 stars. They were energetic, friendly, and attentive throughout the night. Where Dirty Habit fell short on NYE was the DJ duo and the timing of the passed small bites during the reception. The DJs honestly need to go back to DJ school or something. They had no feel for the crowd, were inconsistent, and kept playing songs that no one could dance to. The dance floor was dead for more than a few songs. When the dance floor first cleared out, they cranked up the volume instead of changing the music. Have you ever felt like your ears might bleed because the music is so loud? I can now say I have. It was painful. We had to walk away with our ears covered because it hurt. I mentioned it to an employee and the volume was turned down a notch, thank goodness. I could've done a better job myself. There are these things called the Internet and Spotify. Putting on a playlist would've been an upgrade from what we were getting. Several party goers requested songs/were seen trying to help the DJs out. My friend requested a well-known song (the Wobble), got a high five, aaaand then the song was never played. When you're paying $250+ per ticket, or far less, you expect music you can dance to. These DJs missed the mark. It was like someone pulled their tone deaf friends to step in at the last minute as a last resort for the night. I don't get it. They get one star. Maybe it was the age group (mostly older people) but the crowd really thinned out after midnight. Better music might've kept them longer. The passed bites were tasty but poorly timed. The savory bites were served from about 10pm-11pm, and then the dessert bites were passed from 11pm-12am. I wish the desserts had been at the standing station and the hot savory bites were passed until midnight instead. The savory stuff was what I craved after a few drinks. NYE here was a fun experience but I'm not looking to do it again because of the DJ. I don't know how they got hired. read more

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I stuck to my old "habits" and enjoyed my usual eggs benny at Dirty Habit. I found this cool little spot tucked away in the Kimpton Hotel near the National Portrait Gallery while checking out their Christmas Market this last trip. While Dirty Habit has both indoor & outdoor, this Floridian decided to enjoy their indoor space with the 40 something degree weather! The indoor space was classy casual with a chic slightly industrial look. Service was pleasant and my waiter on point with his recommendations. Case in point, the Dulce de Leche on warm, fluffy bread with berries and creme was filling to the point I could have enjoyed it stand alone. It's a great dessert and a must have! As far as savory, the eggs were deliciously runny with a mildly salty slice of canadian bacon & hollandaise over the classic English muffin. The sauce could have been a little richer but no biggie. Adirondack red potatoes rounded out my carbs. These potatoes, pinkish on the inside and with a hint of hit, were a pleasantly original spin on an otherwise plain veggie. A classic Hemingway Daiquiri "hydrated" my dinner and their espresso martini was the perfect after brunch drink. I'm looking forward to my culinary habits leading me back here next trip! read more

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Booked a reservation for my birthday at Dirty Habit and the experience was GREAT. Our server was so kind, he really explained the menu pieces and was able to make suggestions. The chicken was a FULL meal, really different from anything I've had - it was stuffed with gravy and surrounded by a light but tangy sauce. Interestingly plated as well. The bread rolls tasted a bit like pretzel bites, overall warm and paired lovely with the butter. Dirty Habit really is a vibe! - great for photos, with a variety of backgrounds from the darker dinning area to the colorfulness of the connected lobby. Expect a little hike to the bathroom as it's on the other side of the building and on the 2nd floor. read more

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Dirty Habits was a whole afternoon VIBE. Adulting at its finest. Out at 4 home by 8:30/9 on the bed by 10. read more

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Came here for brunch & we had good food & good drinks. The service was really great & I enjoyed the vibe of the restaurant. I ordered the salad & breakfast potatoes. The potatoes were really yummy, but the salad had way too much dressing on it. I'll definitely be back to give this place another try :) read more

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This spot is inside the Kimpton Hotel with an entrance from F St or 8th. The decor is dark and the place in general is darkly lit--not really my vibe but good for a cocktail bar / restaurant that wants to attract nightlife. My friend and I came for an early dinner. I wasn't terribly hungry so I ordered the sunchoke bisque with lobster and really enjoyed it -- would've loved more of the sunchoke chips bc they added a nice texture. None of the cocktails or desserts spoke to us. We ordered "off menu"--a Moscow mule and a French 75. Our waitress ended up bringing us two each (the latter for free)because the bartender misread the ticket and made more than one. That was a nice surprise! read more

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Food- fine Service- friendly enough Ambiance- ehh but I liked the fireplace Stopped by here for drinks w friends after the Downtown Holiday Market n was initially impressed. Cozied ourselves next to a fire pit n got truffle fries n a few drinks. Clientele here can be a bit snobby n since its mostly open seating in the courtyard some rather unwelcoming people came n sat next to us. We saw a rat scurrying around in the front as we left (I know it's DC and big cities have rats...I just don't want to see one making off w food from the same place I just ate at). read more

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Bartender gave me attitude asking for a refill. You don't have to give me an eye roll. Weak drinks even for me. I'm sorry you don't like working here and serving me drinks but jeez. Watch out for the automatic service fee! read more