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    3.7 (60 reviews)
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    Samuel D.

    Overall a great experience from the staff. Very friendly and involved. From great conversations to great recommendations on the food. This place should definitely see more people than it does! The burger I had was done well, not dry and had some great flavor. The fries could have been a bit better but hey nothing a little ketchup and mustard couldn't fix. It's no Big bunz burger but it sure was still good and recommend getting.

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    Susan H.

    Recently, I was looking at my Facebook feed and saw an article that talked about Potomac Taphouse changing up things. They had a new menu that debuted this month. We took a look at it and thought it looked good. So...we headed there for a Saturday dinner. Upon entering, we noticed that there was no host stand. A server called out to us and said "sit wherever you want", which we did. I'm never comfortable with places that have you sit where you want. If no one notices that a customer came in and sat down, it could take a while until you get noticed. The same server approached us and gave us menus. We had noticed that the online menu mentioned sandwiches. There were none listed on the menus we got. When the server came back, she said sandwiches were on the lunch menu and she got us that menu. For starters, we got drinks. I had a "virgin mojito" mocktail while my husband tried to order a beer (I forget which one) but they were out. The server recommended one called "Crazy Pils Beer", which he agreed to try. For dinner, I ordered a BLT and for my side "old bay French fries". My husband got the "Potomac Taphouse burger", also with "old bay French fries". The place struck us as understaffed. Our server was also doubling as a bartender. Fortunately, only a few people were sitting at the bar. She mixed up my mocktail. It was bitter as I think she may have left out the "simple syrup". My husband liked his beer. The kitchen was very slow despite the fact that there weren't many customers Here's why I can't give them a higher rating --- When the food came, the fries had an awful smell that was really off putting. We reluctantly tasted them and noticed that there was no old bay seasoning at all---just bland fries. Neither of us could figure out what the awful smell was. I had to push them aside while I ate my BLT. The BLT was fine---it had good portions of lettuce and tomato, plus the amount of bacon and mayo was decent. My husband thought his burger was okay. He was pleased that there was onion on it. After our food was dropped off, the place got busier so our server couldn't be as attentive. We never got to point out the awful smelling fries. Needless to say, we won't return. Those memories of the fries will stay with us.

    Salmon, green beans and mashed potatoes next to my Solace Brewery's Partly Cloudy IPA before the big winter snowstorm in DC tomorrow.

    Great atmosphere. Sat at the bar since I was by myself and the bartender was great! I got the salmon on a plank with mashed potatoes and green beans. The salmon was excellent and the green beans too. The potatoes had a funny aftertaste but maybe it was the two beers I had before 12 noon! Highly recommend this Ashburn bar/gastropub!!

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    Bob M.

    Very conflicted and I've been here three times. I have some observations: staff was good, helpful and they worked. The place was clean. Bathrooms clean. Nice outdoor seating. Extensive beer menu ( although I thought beer pricing was inconsistent. Some seemed too expensive some value.). Smoke old fashioned was super! Now the food: bruschetta good but only 5 pieces making it harder to share. The wings were severely over cooked. I also mentioned the wings being over cooked and I was looked at like a weirdo. Pasta was good and large portion. Pork chop tough but good sauce.

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    Kevin Z.

    What can I say here.....I so wanted to give them more because they are so nice, but I need to be honest, so here we go. Plus. Happy hour prices on drinks and apps, incredibly good. Drinks for $6, big plus. Server and Manager could not had been nicer. Cons. Big table of 12 had them overwhelmed, service was extremely slow. My wife had 2 bites of her burger, and was done. Said it just was terrible tasting. My salad was okay, not great. Will not be back, will not give them a second chance, too many other restaurants to choose from around here. I know they are trying, and best of luck.

    Cassie M.

    I went for happy, which has great deals! They only had one bartender who also acts as the waiter too so service is spotty. I loved my prickly pear margarita, but the food wasn't the best. I don't know if it's the oil they use or what but the fried food just had an "off" taste to it. I thought it was just the tots but I tried my friend's mozzarella bites as well & it had that same distinctive unwanted flavor. I wasn't a fan of the wings either, so I'd recommend coming for the happy hour drinks but skip the food.

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    Absolutely loved this place!!! Kid friendly and awesome service! Great food!! The steak, salmon and burgers were superb!!! We will be back!!

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    Food very average nothing to write home about. Kitchen needs improvement. Great service

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    3 years ago

    Potomac Taphouse is a rare find. Only open 5 months. Excellent menu and so tasty! The prickly pear margarita is worth the trip!

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    Great food! Amazing service!! A+ beer and bourbon selection. Will definitely be back soon!

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    3 years ago

    The best beer selection in town, the staff are so friendly and responsive. I loved the nachos and the jalapeño poppers

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    Great staff and an awesome atmosphere! The butter chicken and smash burger on the daily menu are…read moreboth amazing. For brunch, the French toast and burrito are easily some of the best in the area. The restaurant has a unique split layout with both indoor and outdoor seating, plus two bars on either side, making it a great spot whether you're there for a meal, drinks, or just to hang out. Definitely worth checking out!

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