Speakeasy with a Caribbean/global traveler vibe and delicious cocktails…read more In order to get in you have to pull the flag out front and wait for a host to open the door for you Inside has bar, table, and lounge seating. Making a reservation is reccomended I came here on a Friday night with my fiance and we tried a few different cocktails + small plates. Everything was delicious and the service was very fast The downsides are that the space is very dark and somewhat loud

Looking for a Caribbean escape right in Old Town? Captain Gregorie's is the spot. Step through the…read morespeakeasy entrance and you're met with fun, tropical vibes. We grabbed seats at the bar, where the bartenders were helpful in guiding us through both the drink and food menus. The cocktails were creative and distinctive, each one offering something different from their rotating list. We had the tasting menu to sample a bit of everything, and it did not disappoint. Every dish was flavorful, with the ahi tuna and the pork belly being my favorites. Whether you're looking for great cocktails, a cozy date night, or a fun evening out with friends, I recommend checking this place out.

Ambiance was great. Downside for ny group (late 40s-early 50s) was we were old enough to be parents…read moreof everyone there.

Food: not recommended Service: great…read moreAmbiance: great for after work drinks (margaritas were excellent) on a nice day. Proceed straight upstairs to the rooftop bar and patio. Lots of standing room, limited seating, but the patrons are young, beautiful, and mostly college students from nearby schools. Not my crowd, but met one of my friends here after work in Arlington around 6:30 since the weather was perfect yesterday. We decided to go to my favorite restaurant for a more elevated experience and live music. One day, I'll come back to watch people ride the bull downstairs, which I imagine that to be hilarious and entertaining. The bartender told me the place doesn't come alive until about 9pm, so that's when it's crowded and probably off the chain.

I had a great waiter who made sure that my food was gluten free. He was very friendly, too. I had…read moresalmon and Brussels sprouts. It was all very flavorful.

Stars given for a Tuesday wine night that extends beyond happy hour times! Not an extensive wine…read morelist, but it's a pub, temper your expectations and bring your people for week night out of the house. I like the Brass Rabbit, have been several times and it's never overly crowded, so immediate seating is not a worry. Star deducted (maybe should be 2?) for this lack luster grocery store Lunchable on a slate plate, that was passed off as a charcuterie board, yet balanced by the trendy menu addition of a "Girl Dinner" that 3 of us shared and was plentiful.

It's a bit like Cheers, but for wine…read more We've been here a couple of times and even joined their Wine Club. Both times we've gone, it was during their happy hour, which runs until 7 pm, and we stuck to the special menu. Those have included their Charcuterie Board (something that contributed to Dr. Oz not being a senator), crispy Brussels sprouts, their Margarita flatbread, chicken skewers, and truffle fries. Don't hate us; that was spread over two visits. Everything tasted great, though next time I think we'll graduate to the real menu. The wines we've tried so far were either inexpensive or not bad. For inexpensive, I've had glasses of their $3 Tempranillo. While it wasn't great, I've paid a lot re for much worse. For "not bad", my wife had the $10 Buehler Cab. After it opened up for a bit it was quite drinkable.

I moved to Arlington a few months ago and I'm trying to hit up every local spot in each neighbor. A…read morefew weeks ago I decided to stop by Verre Wine Bar. There's two parking garages nearby and street parking. It's also walking distance from the Courthouse Metro stop. I sat at the bartop and my server was named Julia and she was so friendly! I asked her a bit about the menu and I ordered this drink that was kinda like a whiskey sour but I'm blanking on the name. The interior of Verre was nice. It looked like a wine bar, very quiet wasn't too loud despite me going around dinner time. Def a great place for a girls night or date.

I absolutely love King's Ransom! The atmosphere is really dope. It is definitely hard to find as it…read moreis in a pizza shop. I went there with one of my friends and we really enjoyed ourselves. It is a nice quiet, hidden speak easy with great vibes. The service was impeccable. The bartender was very friendly and attentive. She gave great suggestions for drinks. We decided on a sour. Which was whisky, lemon, and honey. It was perfectly mixed and served. I also tried the Toki Highball which was excellent. It was rich in flavor and not too strong. If you are really into Whisky King's Ransom needs to be on your list to visit. Unfortunately, we did not order food but the couple next to us ordered the pizza and fries and it looked delicious. The ambiance was great. Its a little upscale with dark lighting. The raised bar and lighting add to the unique experience. This bar is great for date night or just a night out with friends in Alexandria, Va. If you are in the area check it out...you won't be disappointed. Cheers!

We planned a happy hour cocktail before dinner at Josephine's. I'm genuinely baffled at why anyone…read morewould rate this place as anything special. The "hidden" speakeasy is just a second floor bar. (And the bar is nothing remotely like a speakeasy vibe). Tried to order Hendricks gin. Nope. Then Bombay Sapphire. Nope. TheFour bottles of gin that no one had ever heard of. "How about a Jamesons"? Nope. Poor selection of booze and zero atmosphere. (The bartender was fine, though not at all apologetic about the lack of standard liquor selections). There are way better bars....

Really enjoyed my visit to Screwtop Wine Bar in DC. The space has a cozy and relaxed atmosphere…read morethat works well for date nights, girls nights, or happy hour. The frozen cocktail flight was definitely the highlight for me -- getting to try an Espresso Martini, Strawberry Froze, Margarita, and Hugo Spritz all together was such a fun idea. Food wise, the Chicken Birria Nachos were flavorful and loaded, the Mahi Mahi Tacos were fresh, and the Grilled Cheese Sliders paired really well with the tomato coulis. Friendly staff, good drinks, and a fun overall experience. Would definitely recommend if you're looking for a laid-back wine bar in DC with great cocktails and food.

Great spot for a girls night or a date night! I went during the summer and the vibes were great…read more Plenty of red, white, and pink options, with bottles available for purchase. Walking distance from the Clarendon metro stop. They have flight options with adorable names. I'd recommend the "That's Amore" Italian Red Wine flight. Only reason I did not give it a higher rank is my sangria had a fly in it. The waitress was really apologetic though!

This place was super cute and a nice vibe! Our server was so nice and efficient. She gave really…read moregood recommendations on the drink menu and helped us decide when we were in a tough spot to pick some of our sushi rolls. This place is perfect to meeting with friends or even a date night. The back or the restaurant is dark, but in a good way. They also had live music Saturday night (not sure if this is every night). It was a good volume, until they went back to the restaurant music and then it got LOUD. Not too bad, just was shocked that it was so loud. For food we started with my fave, miso soup. After that we had the Chirashi. It was a nice assortment and a good start to dinner. Next we did the Dragon Roll, a classic and they didn't disappoint. We had a couple mocktails and drinks and were able to chitchat before trying the Marisol Roll which was amazing! Lastly, we wrapped up the night with the Earl Grey Crème Brûlée, a great sweet treat. I will certainly return to this spot. Not only was it a fun vibe, but the food was good and the service was awesome.

Maybe we haven't been saying it enough but the Ballston-Rosslyn corridor NEEDS a good sushi spot!…read moreHaving only tried a couple items so far I'm still confident this may be it thanks to the team behind our area's Sisters Thai spots. On both visits I had the toro tartare on the specials menu and have tried the tequila-based City Runner spicy marg 2x now. There is something for all drinkers though, and lots of food selection. The atmosphere is chill, with great decor and thoughtful lighting and as the name suggests, bartenders always have a record going. The front room is largely the bar with high tops up front. They've put a cozier dining room in the back room. Great spaces for a friend catch-up or date. Since taking over the space from Cava, I also appreciate the bathroom upgrades.

Y'all... Altitude absolutely exceeded every expectation…read more I came here for a girls dinner not really knowing what to expect. It's still pretty new and doesn't have a ton of reviews yet, but the speakeasy vibe and cozy atmosphere immediately pulled me in. From the second we walked in, it just felt like one of those places you want to stay all night. We started with two different French 75s and they were perfect. Great pours, balanced drinks, and exactly how a cocktail should be made. For starters, we ordered the focaccia with two spreads. One reminded me of a roasted red pepper spread and the other had this sweet, jam-like flavor. I honestly wasn't expecting to love it as much as I did, but we were in heaven. Easily a 10/10. We also shared the meatballs, which came with three perfectly cooked meatballs topped with crispy breadcrumbs. Another dish that didn't miss. For my entrée, I ordered the artichoke dish after our server recommended it when I mentioned I wanted something lighter. Artichokes can be hit or miss, but this was one of the best dishes I've had in a while. Between the artichokes and the crispy kale, I kept saying "wow" after every bite. My friend ordered the Spaghetti alla Chitarra and loved every bite of hers too. Our server was amazing. I wish I could remember her name. It reminded me of a type of wine. She was so bubbly, attentive, and genuinely made the experience even better. The bartender also made us another variation of a French 75 that was a little stronger, and it was fantastic. The atmosphere deserves its own paragraph. It's intimate, cozy, grown and sexy, and perfect for either date night or catching up with your girls. My friend and I ended up sitting there for almost three hours without realizing it because we were having such a great time. Even the bathrooms deserve a shoutout. They're located down the hall since the restaurant shares the building, but the lighting was amazing (yes, the mirror passed the test), and the whole setup somehow made the experience feel even more private and tucked away. I also loved how easy parking was. There's a garage directly underneath the building, so you can park, take the elevator up, and you're basically at the restaurant. The only thing I didn't get to explore was the listening room. I'm definitely curious what happens in there because it looked like such a cool space. If anyone knows whether they play records or host live music, let me know because I'll absolutely be back to check it out. It's rare to find a restaurant that nails the food, drinks, service, atmosphere, and overall experience all at once. Altitude managed to do exactly that. As someone who's usually not rushing to Virginia for dinner, this place has officially changed my mind. There's also this cute dessert at the end I can't wait to come back.

This is a very interesting new spot that bills itself as a listening room and wine bar. As a music…read moreaficionado, it immediately caught my attention, and it seemed like the perfect place for my husband and me to try since we both love music and my husband is also an aviation enthusiast. The marketing surrounding the space hinted at an aviation theme, though I'd describe it as a fairly loose interpretation. There are subtle nods to aviation throughout the venue, but fellow aviation nerds shouldn't expect an overwhelming amount of aircraft-inspired décor. The layout is unique and can feel a bit tight in some areas. This is definitely an intimate space that seems designed for couples or small groups rather than large gatherings, which suited us perfectly. Upon arrival, we were greeted by the maître d', who gave us a brief introduction to the concept. He explained that guests could browse the vinyl collection and even suggest albums to be played throughout the evening, which was a thoughtful and interactive touch. Once seated, we were greeted by our server, who was pleasant and reasonably knowledgeable about the menu. Since the restaurant had only been open for three days, a few growing pains were understandable. One thing I noticed was that we were initially given only the drink menu and not the food menu. Multiple tables around us had to request the food menu as well. If that isn't already standard practice, I'd recommend providing both menus at the same time. To start, we ordered the bread service, which came with an interesting honey-like spread that we both enjoyed. We also ordered the meatballs, which were phenomenal and had us excited for our entrées. Service moved at a comfortable pace, and both the food and drinks arrived within a reasonable amount of time. For our entrées, I ordered the spaghetti while my husband chose the rabbit dish. Both were excellent, fresh, and clearly made to order. The handmade pasta was especially noticeable. Given that many wine bars tend to focus primarily on small plates and light bites, it was refreshing to find a menu offering substantial, satisfying entrées. It was an unexpected highlight of the evening. The music naturally shifts in mood throughout the night based on the selected records, but the vinyl collection is impressive. I would love to see more soul, jazz, and hip-hop albums added to the collection, as those genres create particularly strong listening-room vibes and really complement the atmosphere. The staff also appears to curate the flow thoughtfully, ensuring the music remains cohesive throughout the evening. Overall, we would absolutely return. This is a great spot for date night, meaningful conversation, or simply slowing down and enjoying good food, wine, and music. For a concept that is self-described as a listening room, it successfully delivers an experience that feels both unique and intentional.