Brunchy fried rice was good. It was well seasoned but a bit spicy per some chopped chilies. I would…read moresay it's an overall medium spice level. They have varied menu options for all appetites. Service is great. Employees friendly. Great ambiance inside with their seating, bar, and decor.

The hamburger was incredibly juicy and packed with flavor, and the sauce really tied everything…read moretogether easily the highlight of the meal. The French fries were perfectly crispy, and the cocktail drinks were solid and well-made. The croquettes weren't my favorite, but everything else more than made up for it. Service was quick, and our server was attentive, friendly, and on top of everything, which made the experience even better. Great food, great drinks, and great service. Would definitely come back!

Super cute spot! We had reservations for 5:00 p.m. and were surprised to find the bar already…read morepacked and most of the tables full. I guess everyone was escaping DC's 104-degree heat. My friend and I ordered from the happy hour menu and shared a few items. We had a couple of Hugo Spritzes, sliders, fries, and wings, and everything was delicious. The service was friendly, and our waitress was attentive without being overbearing. The atmosphere was lively, and people kept coming in throughout the evening, which says a lot. Overall, it was a great experience, and I'll definitely be back.

After months of hearing great things about Lobby Bar, I finally had the chance to go for dinner. My…read moreparty of four was seated in the back corner of the restaurant, and we were very comfortable. The menu is extensive, which made it tough to decide since everything sounded so appetizing. We all ordered drinks, and my caper martini was delicious. We chose to share appetizers, and both the tuna tartare and the bacon were excellent. The Caesar salad, however, was just okay, with no croutons and mostly cheese, so it felt unbalanced. My friends also shared the nuggets, which they enjoyed. Overall, the food, drinks, and atmosphere were great. Unfortunately, the service fell short. It took a long time to get anyone's attention, and we did not have a consistent server throughout the meal.

My friend booked brunch at Ted's. I hadn't been in years. Breakfast all day is always good! On the…read moreSunday after the 4th, we were seated right away. The service was quick - our food came out within 10 minutes after we ordered. I ordered two eggs make your mark plate. Instead of sour dough, I substituted a biscuit. What a lovely idea! The biscuit was the best I've had in a long time. I'm so pleased we decided to go to Ted's. If you're looking for breakfast all day- Ted's is great!

First time at Ted's in a while. Awesome! Will return…read more We had a 5:45 reservation for 7 people. Arrived on time and were immediately seated. Service was excellent. From water and specials to milkshakes and the check, she was a++. I had the French onion burger. Great burger and a new flavor combo. My wife had the Cobb salad with fried chicken. I tried the chicken and it was delicious. All portions were supersized. For appetizers we had fried cheese, fried pickles, and loaded tots. All highly recommended. Milkshakes and chocolate cake for dessert. The cake slice was enormous. My strawberry milkshake was excellent. My daughter had the peanut butter, chocolate, banana shake which was a neat treat. Wife had vanilla - great vanilla bean flavor. Still a great Eastern Market classic!

great atmosphere ! I was in the market for a quick drink before a movie at Miracle Theater, and as…read moreyou are didn't disappoint. basics: - gender neutral restrooms - QR code menus - can and draft options - DJs on occasion (j FYI there is a cover for this!) no frills, welcoming space. will go again next time im in barracks !!

LGBTQ+ bar/restaurant and club on the second floor. Food is not bad and if you like coffee they…read morehave a great selection of coffee. Cute place on 8th St SE.

Finally made it to The Duck & The Peach and I'm already planning my next visit…read more The space strikes that perfect balance. It feels upscale and thoughtfully designed without being stuffy or uncomfortable. The duck absolutely lived up to the hype. I'm usually hesitant ordering duck since it can be undercooked, but this was done perfectly and incredibly flavorful. Easily the standout dish of the night. We also tried a fish dish that was solid, but if you're choosing, go for the duck every time. There's a mushroom appetizer that I wish I could remember the name of because it's a must-order. Same goes for the crudo, which was fresh and delicious. And I have to mention the bread and butter. The pink pumpernickel bread paired with that perfectly whipped butter was unreal. Simple, but done exceptionally well. The whipped mashed potatoes deserve their own moment too. They were so smooth and rich they basically melted in your mouth. And then dessert sealed the deal. The Black Forest cake was absolutely divine. Truly a 1000/10 moment. The only real miss for me came at the very end. They handed out bright red DoorDash bags for leftovers, and it completely clashed with the otherwise polished experience. When I asked about it, I was told they use them because they're free, which honestly made it feel even more out of place. A small detail, but it took away from an otherwise beautifully curated night. Overall, still an amazing dinner. Not sure what took me so long to try this place, but I'll definitely be back.

Our party of four had dinner at this restaurant recently. The decor is modern, without an…read moreidentifiable theme. We ordered the large porterhouse steak and a full rotisserie chicken to share as entrees. For sides, we enjoyed trumpet mushrooms and asparagus. The pumpernickel was fresh and hot--but it cost $14 for a small loaf. Maybe skip that unless you are carb-deprived. The cocktails looked interesting, but expensive. We opted for tap water and a later cocktail at home. Service was excellent, but our waiter was spread thin over several tables. Water refills came often. They charged an $8.13 "kitchen benefit fee", which I don't agree with. Restaurant owners need to handle their staff pay and benefits internally. We may be back later in the Fall when friends visit DC, but we will avoid the cocktails and bread.

Big fan of the Betsy! I have been dying to try it since I am a huge Gin fan and I had heard it was…read morea Gin bar. I can confirm that the drinks are delicious as is the food. While I love a good Gin cocktail, oddly Gin and Tonics are not my favorite, well that was until I had an Earl Grey Gin and Tonics from the Betsy. It was incredible, highly highly recommend!! Very much looking forward to going back and trying more of their cocktails.

I came here with some friends for birthday drinks and it was nice! It was a chilly night and the…read moresliding door doesn't fully close but they have multiple space heaters. It's a very cozy space but they were able to accommodate 6 of us. I'm still confused about the chicken theme! I wish it was explained somewhere on the menu or website but the chicken decor was wild. They are mainly a gin bar which I loved! We all tried the happy cocktail which is bartender's choice. The day we went was a pink citrus creation and it was delish. There were only two bartenders working but they had our drinks out quick and were attentive! This would definitely be a cute bar for a cozy date or a summer night.

Happy Hour Alert!…read more First, why did I take so long to check out this gem?! Well, I'm glad that I finally did because my Happy Hour experience was fantastic!!!!! No reservations made, we made the decision to visit at the spur of the moment and the hostess was very accommodating. Shoutout to our incredible waitress Maria! Thank you for your recommendations and hospitality. Happy Hour- the prices and the portions are beautifully matched in that they were affordable and generous in serving. Drinks: I ordered the passion fruit margarita which was AMAZING! The liquor to passion fruit juice ratio was spot on and the drink had a little smokiness to it, thanks to the dried fruit added on top. My next drink was the white sangria which was okay but I think that my experience with the margarita made it hard for me to enjoy this drink right after. It wasn't bad, just wasn't my favorite like the margarita was lol My last drink was the espresso martini (not on the HH menu). This drink was worth every penny and now added to my top 20. Food: Spicy creamy shrimp- a dish so delicious, we ordered another one. The crunch on the shrimp set the tone for the burst of flavor to follow. The shrimp was fresh and the flavors combined so well. Mejillones en curry, which came with a slice of blue corn bread, was absolutely delicious! The curry sauce was such a hit that we talked about it long after dinner ended. Using it as a dipping sauce for the blue corn bread was also a good touch. This dish was creamy and the mussels were delicious and fresh. Brussel sprouts- a fun play on roasted Brussels with a delectable peanut butter sauce added. This was another fav, pretty much all of the food was phenomenal but this dish left you wanting more. Lastly, we had the Tostada de Cangrejo which was perfectly topped with crabmeat. The crabmeat was sweet, I cannot explain but the sweet succulent taste was complimented by the creamy guacamole. To conclude an amazing time, we tried their Tres Leches cake and I would say that I didn't like the whipped cream topping but I loved the cake itself. Overall, I had an incredible time. The ambiance was simply beautiful, grown, and sexy. The food was impeccable! And the drinks were divine!

Great food and service!…read more Had the guacamole, the cafe de olla, and the serrano bloody Mary. All delicious!

The food is heavy, but it often hits the spot at The Roost. My go to is the Pimento Burger, which…read morecomes with delicious fries. Even when it's busy, the wait isn't very long for your food. Pair it with a sour ale or beer from Shelter. That's the beauty of The Roost!

still an amazing burger. this location is within the roost food hall, grab a seat and order from a…read moreqr code. the burger has great components, is a delicious smash burger, great flavors, good bun, it's got it all and one of the best in dc. fries are also great, heavy on rosemary though if that's not your thing

Burger: great, no notes…read more Gumbo fries: I don't know about doubling up carbs with the cold potato salad on top. Boilermaker: solid.

Hill East Burger was good. Great happy hour, good food, cute Tex Mex decor. I would visit again if…read moreI lived nearby, but I wouldn't make a special trip for it. I visited at 5 PM on a Monday, right after they opened. We got some burgers and fries. The Terlingua Burger ($13 for single patty) comes with cheese, beef chili, onion and yellow mustard. The chili didn't stay on the burger. It was basically beef with more beef. Tasty but not that interesting. The Lancaster ($12 single) had bacon, cheese, pickled onion, tomato relish, and arugula. It was a bit sweet with the tomato relish. Pretty good overall. Fries ($6) are "curly-ish" in a shape I've never seen before. I didn't think they would have the right balance of soft to crispy, but they were great. Happy hour includes a $2 tallboy beer which is impossible to beat anywhere in DC. The Montucky Cold Snap was a light lager, like you'd expect. The place is small, but cute. I like the two-person mini-booths and the Tex Mex decor. 20% auto-grat even thought it's not a full service restaurant. They have signs on the table inviting you to get your own silverware, napkins, and condiments. We ordered by QR code and had staff bring us the food and bus the table.

I had a great experience at butterworths! I rubbed shoulders with the best and enjoyed the many…read moreappetizer options. The foie gras was excellent. I would recommend this location

I came here with a friend visiting from out of town. We were walk-ins. The maitre d was unusually…read morehostile. It was the first time I was dealt such a cold reception by a restaurant host. We were seated on the ground floor. The decor was exotic in a pleasant way and it looked like there were many seating or standing options. It was quiet in the early afternoon. We ordered the fries with aioli, I had the lamb tartare and my friend the lamb bolognese, and we both had pound cake for dessert. We both deeply enjoyed the taste and presentation of the dishes we ordered. The fries were hot and crispy and the aioli delicious -- I only wish there were more given the generous portion of fries. My tartare had the taste and texture of pate, despite the lamb chop exterior. Very clever. The aroma was just right. The cake was warm and moist with a crispy crust. My friend remarked that dishes of similar quality, taste, and presentation would cost triple in Manhattan. Regrettably, we were charged $12 for the $10 dessert. The waiter attributed it to a "computer error," but I've had to deal with overcharging by several of my favorite DC restaurants. Whether intentional or not, it left a bad taste in my mouth. Other cons: The menu is admittedly sketchy. My friend and I were unwilling to gamble on expensive and elaborate dishes. It sounds like the reviewers here did. Also, the restaurant is located in the heart of Capitol Hill, far from the metro. It's a long walk or you'll be looking for parking. Butterworth's is now my favorite restaurant in DC. I've been wanting to bring my family here for the longest time, but I've hesitated because I don't want to deal with the contempt of the host, the embarrassment of disputing false charges, and the pain of finding parking. I've been wanting to return solo for the longest time, but I've hesitated because the place is in the middle of nowhere, and I don't want to walk 25 minutes or pay $15 for a cab ride just to pay another $50 for a meal here, as wonderful as the experience might be. All that said, in terms of taste, presentation, ambiance, and price, Butterworth's left a strong and positive impression on me.