This place is hilarious. The absolute antithesis of a chain, and I love it. It's nice to see that…read morenot every place is corporate. I'd totally frequent this place if I lived here. It would lead to fun stories. Service, 5/5. Food, 3.5/5, but I may have just chosen poorly. Definitely give it a try!

I have been coming to this bar every time I visit DC for the past 7 years and it was my favorite…read morehang out spot! And I finally had a chance to stop by on my latest visit to the DMV and the place has completely changed for the worse!!!!!! I loved the old vibe even worse I found out it's still the same owners so that just makes them sell outs!!

Walked in with no expectations. 5/5. Perfect mix of dive bar, non descript entrance, and good food…read more The draft beer menu is solid, cocktails are fun and high or low end. The food is all really fresh. I had the taco salad, it was great. I ordered the Irish Iced coffee - it's a frappe without the blender, nice treat on a brunch day. Walked out with a new neighborhood spot to frequent.

Fun, quiet, dark place for drinks after dinner in Del Ray. You come through the side door and it is…read moreconnected to the other restaurant on the Main Street. Attentive bartenders who would come to your table as well

The service was great as usual and the drinks were great. I had two of them which were the Modena…read moreSpritz and the Toki Highball. Both were excellent! The atmosphere was bar appropriate with minimal noise, so I didn't need to raise my voice at all since I was in the tabled area in the back. Would I go back? Yes, absolutely.

My friend and I were looking for a quick bar to slip into around 10-11 PM and stumbled across this…read morespot. It's not too far from the waterfront, so it made for a nice walk after gelato. At first, you'll see what looks like just a pizza shop -- but if you head in and either use the side door or walk through and climb a set of stairs, you'll find the speakeasy upstairs. Very cool vibe: dark, cozy, and date-night ready. Drinks: 4/5 I ordered their take on an Old Fashioned, and it was definitely the highlight of the night but sweeter than I would have liked. They served it over a stamped solid block of ice (a small detail I ). My friend was abstaining from alcohol that night and asked for a non-alcoholic cocktail. To our surprise, they didn't just hand her a lemonade like most places -- they actually made her a crafted virgin drink, which she loved. Food: 3/5 We ordered fries and a slice of pepperoni pizza. The fries turned out to be waffle fries (not mentioned on the menu) and were overly crispy, so not really our favorite. The pizza was fine -- clearly sourced from the shop downstairs -- but it leaned oily and didn't really wow us. Service: 5/5 Pretty standard -- nothing over the top, but not neglectful either. Drinks came out reasonably fast, food followed, and we were checked on enough without it feeling pushy. Vibes: 4/5 The speakeasy itself is definitely the selling point. Dark, intimate, and stylish -- you feel like you've found a little hidden spot. All in all, the cocktails are the reason to come, especially if you're into whiskey. The food was forgettable, but it's convenient that you can order pizza upstairs. We spent about $30-40 for drinks and snacks, which isn't shocking for Old Town. Would I go back? Maybe if I was already in the area, but for a dedicated whiskey night, I'd probably head somewhere else.

Trying something new I came here for an appetizer. I arrived during happy hour. I saw they had pork…read morebelly so I'm all about that. I sat down at the small bar and I ordered the pork belly appetizer. It was good and crispy. I started with water but thought a red wine would go well with it so I ordered a Shiraz I think. The staff looked busy and constantly in motion. I might have to go back and try a main entree.

I had the best mule of my life here!!! Their Christmas decorations also, were a nice addition to…read morethe bar. As other reviews said, the service was hit or miss. The bartender that we had, was somewhat attentive. She was kinda in and out with service, also acknowledging that there were other customers in the room. But I do wish she was a little more attentive. Other than the missed service, this Bayou Bar was decent. An okay place to get some drinks or relax a little bit before going upstairs for a jazz performance or some dinner reservations.

It was a beautiful day, and we decided to check out a new spot for drinks and bites while soaking…read moreup some sun. We headed over to the People's Drug, where we found a cozy cafe table outside. We kicked off happy hour with some refreshing cocktails, the Bubble Buck and Gindependence Collin's, both were fantastic and refreshing. To snack on, we ordered again from the Happy Hour Specials and tried the HH Wings and Truffle Fries. No complaints, good service, drinks, tasty bites and a sunny spot made for a perfect afternoon.

AMAZING impromptu date night find!…read more Happy Hour until 7pm with $10 cocktails and small bites ranging from $6-$8. Great indoor and outdoor seating Service was a bit slow but the staff were really friendly. I would recommend knowing what you want to eat upfront so that you can put in that order with your drinks. Happy Hour Drinks: Bubble Buck-Excellent balance of liquor, sweetness, and bitterness. Excellent drink Gindependence Collins- Perfect summer drink, recommended for anyone who doesn't want to drink heavy liquor and those monitoring their sugar intake. Excellent drink Rosie's Negroni- Perfect twist on a Negroni. Excellent drink Needless to say, all of the drinks were perfect. Happy Hour Bites Truffle Fries- this was SO good! Crispy, fresh, and bursting with truffle oil flavor. Crispy chicken wings- I'm not a wet wings lover but this sauce was undeniably delicious and the wings were beautifully prepared. Overall we loved this place and look forward to returning.

Ordered the restaurant week special - not only was it fantastic- but was impressed by the staff -…read morecalled me to let me know I actually could get an additional item as part of the RW special I had missed. Food was fresh, tasty, generous portions, and friendly staff. Definitely recommend!

Wings were mediocre their chili was decent. Probably great for alcohol, but I wasn't there to…read moredrink. I just want food. If their wings were better, I'd recommend it otherwise go for the alcohol. I wanted to try their grilled cheese, but after eating the wings and the chili, I just couldn't do anymore.

French 77 was fantastic. Ribs fall off the bone, melt in your mouth good. Shrimp & grits appetizer…read morewas really tasty, we loved the spiciness. Finished the meal off with key lime pie. Beautiful space, great vibe, nice staff. Highly recommend to anyone visiting the area. Nice local spot

Came here twice in the same week back to back to support my alma mater - our UVa Club of Alexandria…read morehosted a watch party to cheer on our Wahoos in basketball. Upon entering the restaurant, first impression was that it was clean compared to other sports bars. We reserved the private room which was comfortable. Usually when I frequent sports bars, I have a hard time finding something on the menu that I find appetizing. Well, not here! I've been a fan of mushrooms since childhood and so the mushroom ravioli stood out to me and it was delicious! It's a hefty portion if you add additional protein. Too bad I forgot my to-go container and noticed when I was nearly home :( I tried my friend's Fish & Chips which were equally delicious and perfectly crispy. I'll come back to get my own plate of Fish & Chips and French Onion Soup. The White Russian was especially well-done. They also had St. Patrick's Day specials and while I don't think I would try the Sparkling Shamrock in the future though enjoyed that they had fun options to try. I also am appreciative that there are a handful of non-alcoholic options for someone like me who gets easily flushed. This was my first non-alcoholic beer I've tried and am a fan. The restroom is a bit awkward; upon entering the women's restroom, there is only a single stall and not sure if there is a lock mechanism - anyone can enter and could enter the stall if you aren't holding the stall door restroom. Otherwise the restroom is well maintained and clean. +Mushroom Ravioli-wild mushroom ravioli sautéed with fresh spinach, pancetta, mushrooms, tomato and onions in a sherry-parmesan cream sauce, topped with parmesan cheese w/ shrimp +Fish & Chips-handcut cod filets dipped in beer batter and golden fried, served with hand cut fries, coleslaw and a malt vinegar tartar sauce +Salted Caramel White Russian-Salted caramel vodka, kailua, salted caramel syrup, cream, shaken over ice with a garlic of salted caramel popcorn +Sparkling Shamrock-Vanilla vodka, dark creme de menthe, white creme de cocoa, cream, edible glitter +Erdinger Non-Alcoholic Beer

I had a lovely time at the Birchmere. It's such a quaint venue. I love that they have a lounge that…read moreincludes a bar area outside the main theater for those that arrive early. I don't mind the community seating, but I do prefer assigned seats. It would be nice if they sold seats based on the location of the table. A lot of people don't have time to get there 2 hours before a show to get a ticket number. Especially for a show on a weekday. The parking was full when I arrived at 7:15 for a 7:30 show. However, they conveniently provided extra parking across the street at St. Rita's. The sound was great. Jeffrey Osborne sounded amazing. He even walked through the theater a couple of times. It was a good time. I didn't try the food, but people seemed to enjoy it. My table had chicken fingers and the wing baskets. They said it was good. Overall, I would recommend this venue for an intimate experience. It's a bit dated but that adds to the charm.

I have been going to the Birchmere for decades. The food is much improved. Really decent portions…read moreof house made comfort foods. The service is usually excellent. Look around at the core of servers, food runners and happy people. The beer list is outstanding. The entertainment is always good-sometimes AMAZING. Robert Cray, Trombone Shorty, Keb Mo, Taj Mahal et Al. Get there early, get a number and you may very well be literally Front Row! Only buy tickets at the venue. Ticketmaster is the only safe option. But I believe in supporting venues not thieving mega corporate bandits.

We randomly stopped by here and had a great time!…read more 1. Bar: full bar, decent drinks, very small portion for mixed drinks. if you are thirsty, stick with beer or wine. 2. Long bar and a few tall tables. Not too busy, rather quiet for a bar 3. Clean, comfortable bar, well lit and not-sticky, which is very important! All in all, a nice place.

How did I not find this place sooner?! From brunch to dinner, the Light Horse does everything in a…read moreperfectly cozy neighborhood way. In one week, I came here three times because it's really just THAT good. On my first visit, a friend and I sat at the bar and enjoyed specialty cocktails and dinner. On my second trip for weekend brunch, two couples enjoyed cocktails, baked brie with pecans and cranberries, and delicious breakfast favorites. And on the most recent visit, my girlfriends and I checked out the upstairs, which is huge and warm, perfect for enjoying truffle-fry appetizers and dinner. Did I mention that the service here is great? Between Cassie, who's literally working both upstairs and downstairs, to Justin who's single-handedly juggling the brunch crowd as host, bartender, and server, everyone is working their tushies off. Can't say enough good things about this place. Oh, and military discount Mondays?? Say no more. Apparently, they also host karaoke nights, so I'll definitely be a regular going into 2026.

I fly in and out of DC often. I come here all the time. EVERYTHING on the menu is excellent! I…read morehave eaten around the menu Nothing is bad... it's quite good! A couple years ago they did a renovation. Much nicer atmosphere! Great place to watch sports 12 TV's wrap the bar. Sometimes I just get the French Onion Soup... excellent! The staff is awesome and attentive. You won't be disappointed!

Great place. Had been wanting to try this place and parking is usually an issue. Tonight we found a…read moregreat spot and great time to come. Our waiter was a bit scattered but sweet. So he did ok. The food was fantastic and we sat outside during the rain so cooled down nicely.