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    Red Lounge Bar & Grill

    3.1 (90 reviews)
    Closed 6:00 pm - 2:00 am (Next day)

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    Devon K.

    It was nice. We were here on a bar crawl. The bartender took orders as quickly as she could. She was doing good because it got pretty busy. We didn't get food from this location, but we definitely saw chicken tenders and fries. It looked good and we were very tempted to get food, but we had a couple other stops to get to so we ended up not getting it. However it was convincing so I would recommend trying it. The ambience was nice. I think they have a downstairs and an upstairs we stayed downstairs because we were rushed for time, but it was nice. They had seating in the back. The front was kind of open if it's not too packed, you can definitely dance. They had a special DJ, but he was definitely playing the vibes. We were enjoying our entire evening!. I believe that we came to this location last year and we were in the upstairs portion and I remember it being nice. I'll definitely have to go back and try to find some photos and if I do, I'll update the review for y'all. The drinks were good... Not epic, but it was a drink that you would expect on a bar crawl.

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    Candice H.

    This is a new venue for the U St Corridor since it was news to me when my large group entered. The atmosphere is chill, dim lighting, and has a nice aesthetic in the rear. I was with a large group so the staff was accommodating to our party size since it was a last minute event venue change. I ordered the fried calamari and a glass of wine. I was confused at first because the calamari looked like onion rings. Lol However it was definitely squid. It tasted a bit weird and unfortunately my tummy was upset the next day. Aside from that the prices on the menu were very reasonable for a bar. The staff was super generous to my large party and the venue has a chill vibe. I'd come again to try HH but will just avoid the seafood to be safe.

    Tara L.

    I definitely understand why people think this place is sketch. Even I have passed by here dozens of times en route to Marvin's or The Gibson and at least half a dozen times I stopped, assessed the exterior, took one step forward, two steps back and then kept it moving. However, this weekend when I walked by I decided to forge through. Onward and upward towards the booming hip hop and $5 martinis. What we walked into was a pretty empty, small lounge. Not at all swanky. Not at all plush. Not particularly clean. I could tell it was going to be a one drinker, quitter. Martinis were only $5 and fittingly, I went for a dirty one. The bartender was very nice and actually made me a decent cocktail. There were only a few people there, most at the bar and absolutely none on the dance floor. I walked to the back to see what the private, "reserved" room looked like and I gotta tell you, it looked a bit sketch. The room was enclosed by glass and had a curtain that was pulled back. There was a sign to let people know there was a surveillance camera installed, so no funny business. Me thinks'twas odd. But damnit the music was good. If you're into mainstream hip hop, you would have really enjoyed the DJ. He was killing it...all by himself. Overall, I'm giving this place a 2.5 rating but rounding it up to 3 because it's not entirely fair for me to deem a place sketchy just for the look and the vibe. Nothing sketchy really happened while I was here, but I don't really have any plans to return.

    Literally no one is dancing this shitty and the dj is a fat ass hole.
    Jasmin M.

    This club is super ghetto and the drinks are over priced and watered down honestly you should literally go around the corner and the fat dj is an ass whole and ugly and plays bad music and old mf horrible customer service is shitty the bartenders are decent but the drinks are watered down (which I'm guessing is not their fault). Just shitty

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    Isabelle K.

    A relaxing spot for late night drinks and entertainment. Decor is simple, hookah, and strong drinks. Food is mediocre but I'm not really there to eat. They host themed events and building has multiple levels. The staff is friendly with lots of energy. I had a great time with a group of 5 with hookah at table. Only set back is staff isn't as attentive with orders or hookah maintenance.

    Curtis L.

    This Hole in the Wall place is a complete rip off. Went on a Thursday for a hosted birthday event for my wife and twin sister. It was promoted through Blade Inc., a friend of the wife. Let's start with the promotions leading up to this event: $5.00 Drink Special & Hookah. No where to be seen or heard of when asked to the bar staff. So that's false advertising on the promotion part. Ordered drinks and food and was very disappointed with that. John Taffered from Bar Rescue would be screaming at the top of his lungs about this place. You can tell frozen microwaved fried food when you taste it. How do you order top shelf alcohol and it's served in a small plastic dixi cup of much ice and mixer. Charged a lot for nothing in your cup. The kicker is that they add 18% Gratuity on your bill automatically. Who does that at this kind of place? The beer from the tap is warm, asked for Chardonnay was given some bottom shelf wine but paid $11.00 top shelf price and $8.00 for a bottle of Red Stripe. I'm trying to understand how this place stays open but see from there reviews that they exploit and capitalize on black folks dollars. Will never return to this place or another Blade hosted event. Wife was ready to go as soon as we walked in. If it wasn't for the late bday performance then we've been out of this place sooner. Did I mention that was charged $2 for the ReD Bull mixer but didn't get the can I paid for. Over $100 and 4 hours my life I can't get back. Good thing my wife went out the day prior for her birthday so it wasn't a total loss.

    Travis P.

    Definitely a fun place if you're into reggae. It looks sketchy as hell on the outside, but definitely go inside. The clientele is very friendly, definitely a mixed crowd and the drink specials are good. The owner is great, kind of a hard ass, but she pours pretty strong drinks...and happy hour goes until 11. The 20 dollar minimum for credit cards is kind of high though, but get trashed, smoke some hookah and enjoy.

    Found this place on Yelp and wasn't disappointed. Had the wings and fries and they was good. Drinks served in a plastic cup and not a solo prices for drinks are descent but they was strong. The music was jamming it was definitely a vibe. We was visiting from Texas

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    This club advertised a comedy show.There were no comedians, and the place was totally empty.

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    They are the oldest Place of enjoyment on the 14th St remaining in DC ... The owner & is Wife are the finest of the night life !!!

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    Overpriced for what was offered. Nearly $60 have us juiced down mimosas and mediocre, unseasoned food.

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    You can always count on consistent music, mainly hip hop, reggae and some west African, which I appreciate.

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