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    Urban Roast

    3.3 (1k reviews)
    Open 10:00 am - 10:00 pm
    Updated 3 months ago

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    What's the vibe?
    Classy
    Moderate noise
    Happy hour specials
    Outdoor seating

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    Abby S.

    We came in because we knew the place is decked out seasonally and wow it really is! The ambiance is fantastic and we took lots of pictures. The service was fast & friendly but honestly I would only come here for photos and just a drink or 2! It's wildly overpriced in my opinion and you are paying for the setting. The prices are quite steep especially when considering the quality of the food. I was not wowed by anything here. It was fun to stop in and sit for a drink though! They have so many fun ones! Bring your credit card!

    Nash I.

    What a unique, cozy, and beautifully decorated concept of a bar/restaurant! Each season, they have the most Instagram-worthy decor throughout their restaurant. They have all sorts of cozy hot chocolate-esque spiked drinks that you can enjoy indoors or outdoors with a fire pit. I recommend sitting outside in the fall/winter or on a cooler evening, nothing beats that ambiance. They had a vegan charcuterie board, which was a nice accommodation for folks with dietary restrictions. This is the perfect go to spot for the holidays!

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    Michaela N.

    It's still such a beautiful place. I will continue to go to see the different activations but as a non-drinker outside of the pictures there isn't a lot for me to do here because the food is very subpar. It's run more like a bar, we had to consistently remind our server to bring drinks that we ordered sometimes 20 minutes prior. I think really just leaning into bar foods and avoiding some of the high end plates would maybe calls for better ratings here. I knew I shouldn't get the lamb shank, but I did and it wasn't horrible, but that's also not really the thing that's necessary to get here. A lot of my party got the empanadas and they said they were pretty good.

    Neha M.

    This is a cute bar for cute photos and drinks . Food is 6/10 . Eat somewhere else . lol but drinks ambience cute photos yes . They are a theme with seasons. Cute date and girls night stop spot .

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    Taj M.

    This place is brand new. Not even on yelp yet. This place is right next to zooz. I am not sure if this place is a coffee/breakfast place or a night time lounge...maybe it's both?! The outdoor space is really nice. They have heaters for when it's cold outside. Staff is very friendly and attentive. The bartender actually talks with you. Drink menu is vast. It was pretty slow when I went over on a Friday night. But all of the wharf was pretty slow. They were decorated for fall which was a fun touch. I like the vibe here. It's trendy but not pretentious.

    Shelbi S.

    What a wild experience. The waitress was constantly confused when we put in orders for things that were on the menu (juice flavors for mimosas, certain empanadas) that they didn't actually have. The Belgium waffle board had two sad eggo waffles and a mess of half bad grapes for $26. The empanadas platter had four empanadas, different flavors than the menu promised, for a brutal $32. It took three selections for one person in our group to land on a beer they actually had. 7 people, 1 drink/person, and food so bad we didn't even finish the tiny portions for $33 a person. Won't be back.

    Fall decor 2025
    Nisha B.

    Came here for a little later lunch on a Tuesday. We were the only guests until about 330. Gabriel was an amazing host & bartendar. He made sure to make sure I was comfortable while waiting for a friend and was super friendly during our whole meal. We even had a chance to try his Halloween drinks he will be serving up starting this weekend! I had the short rib entree. It was good. The mashed potatoes were a little too wet for me. My friend had the lambchop meal, he left NOOO crumbs lol Before 3 pm, there's so many food options available. - Brunch (which can be shareable with 2-3 people) - Lunch/Dinner - Happy Hour (seasonal drinks only) Beautiful fall decor. Clean bathroom/hand washing station Right infront of the MLK library. You may have to look for parking, but the Chinatown metro is barely a block away

    Sex and the city drink
    Kelly M.

    Still a bit overpriced but the decorations never disappoint, and the holiday drinks we ordered were good quality. I always worry most about spending a lot and getting a crappy drink, but we were satisfied with our experience. They have plenty of good non alcoholic options here too such as fresh juices and coffees. On the Saturday after new year, we enjoyed the Christmas theme without the crowds! Service was good.

    Rachel S.

    Amazing spot! Love the decor- we took so many photos of just the inside! Popped in just for cocktails but the food looked amazing as well. Will definitely be going back soon!

    Devon K.

    Arguably the worst meal of 2025 for me. We showed up for our reservation and the hostess told us it would be another 20 minutes. As you can see in multiple reviews, reservation time doesn't really matter. We knew we'd be packed in, but our table was absolutely smushed. I would get bumped by another patron or server every couple of minutes with how tight fitting it is. You're here for the vibes, but both the food and drinks were misses. The holiday drink menu didn't come in themed cups and didn't seem appropriate, despite being $20 per cocktail. No one ordered a second one for a reason. My friend who ordered a diet coke did not receive it until she asked if she was going to be charged for it by the end of the meal, so they finally brought it out. We were asked for a side if we wanted chips, fries, or a salad. We ordered fries and lo and behold were charged $3 extra for them each with no warning and no label on the menu for that. Food was mediocre and served on cafeteria style plastic plates. The fries weren't good and my gyro tasted not fresh. They genuinely don't care about the garbage they're serving you. Even though it's cute inside we'll never come back. Way too many options in DC

    Christmas menu
    Megan C.

    My friends and I went to Urban Roast to see their Christmas set up and it did not disappoint. Every inch of the place was covered with lights and decorations. It really put us in the holiday spirit. We only had drinks and some small plates. We had the guacamole and empanadas, which were both average. We split the 48 oz espresso martini and it was very good. We also had a few more holiday drinks that we liked. Definitely a fun place around the holidays! I will have to try it throughout the year to compare.

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    Bethany T.

    Stopped by Urban Roast after the Washington Ballet for some hot cocoa. Really fun spot for pictures and holiday drinks. A little pricier but they have different themed rooms for Christmas -- candy land, grinch, north pole upstairs. Was a fun holiday stop :)

    I wanted to love Urban Roast, but this was a solid 2/10 for me. The aesthetic is absolutely beautiful, no question. It's the kind of place that looks like it should deliver an amazing experience. Unfortunately, that's where the positives stop. The food was extremely underwhelming for the price point. Everything tasted mid at best, nothing memorable, nothing worth coming back for. The portions didn't justify the cost either. I spent $91 on a lemonade mocktail, five mozzarella sticks, a kids fettuccini alfredo and chicken and waffles that was literally two chopped tenders and a waffle cut into quarters. $91! The service didn't help the situation either. It felt slow and inattentive, which made the whole experience drag even more. This is one of those places that prioritizes vibes over substance. It looks great for pictures, but if you actually care about food quality, portion size, and value, this is not it. Would not recommend. Never again.

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    Ask the Community - Urban Roast

    Where is the best place to sit during Christmas time?

    I am not sure. I have only been there in October. I bet it is going to look great for Christmas though.

    How old do u have to be to dine here?

    There is no age restriction

    How late is food served, specifically on a Friday night?

    I would assume they serve food until they close (midnight) on Friday.

    What is the max number of people that can sit around a fire pit?

    They have bigger tables for six or eight people

    Is this a place where you can post up and work for an hour or two?

    No it stays crowded and busy so seating is usually in high demand.

    Is the coffee flight available on weekends?

    Yes

    Is this place kid friendly?

    This is not a kid friendly place.

    What is the wait like for an outdoor firepit table 9pm and onward on a Friday or Saturday night? are S'mores only available on those firepit tables?

    Hello, probably around 30 min, I would recommend making a reservation since the weekends are our busiest times. For reservations visit our website urbanroastdc.com

    Hello sir or ma'am, I have a reservation coming up for my birthday this Saturday. What is the…

    Hello, there is street parking everywhere as well as public garages. Not to mention metro stations :)

    Are they still doing the s'mores?

    Hey Ameera, Yes we are still doing s’mores and will continue to do have them available all year round! Hope to see you soon!

    Is the outdoor seating covered during the rain?

    Yes it is :)

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