What a great place! We walked in, and everyone was super friendly. The bartender gave us some good pointers and made us feel comfortable right away. I had the flying dog in heat wheat and bf had the angels envy bourbon. The beer was light and fruity and the bourbon was fantastic. The welsh rarebit I would NOT recommend. It has an oatmealy texture and does not taste much like anything, really. The bacon burger was SO good. Really juicy and fresh (they grind their own meat), and the bun was very moist. The "ketchup sauce" they give you is really not ketchup, but it tastes amazing if you like cloves. It has a hint of clove to it that I picked up in right away. They also have a free jukebox in the room, a few barstools (6-8), and a few booths. And a very cool glass DC flag that was apparently made by one of the owners. Impressed! read more

This review is mainly for brunch, but I'd recommend Boundary for any meal or drinking excursion. Boundary Stone just started serving their bottomless drink special at brunch, thus making my life so much better since this is my regular neighborhood haunt. For $12, you can have your choice of bottomless bloody marys or mimosas. The bloody marys are delicious and peppery. The mimosas are mostly champagne with a splash of OJ, just as I like them. During brunch they serve their entire menu, minus the 4 dishes in the entrees section. I chose one of their specials: the brie burger. It could have used more brie, but couldn't everything? Other dishes I've tried and loved: veggie burger, aranchini, bleu burger. I'm not a fan of DC Brau Chicken Sandwich or the falafel. Everyone else at the table was very pleased with their food and the service was, as usual, excellent. After brunch we stayed for a few irish coffees which were the best I've ever had. Highly recommend. read more

Very hip and swanky atmosphere. The triple bacon burger is easily one of the best burgers that I have had ever. The bun was toasted and light, the bacon and bacon mayo were top notch and their homemade ketchup added for a great condiment. Friendly service although they could be faster. read more

Boundary Stone - Hot Honey Wings with Homemade Blue Cheese.... - New American Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

A perfect way to end the night with mi amigos, complete with an amazing brownie and banana cranberry bread pudding plus drinkles. Friendly staff, great indoor and outdoor seating. read more

A lovely atmosphere with a weird combination of being hip and yet somehow classic. The largest whiskey and bourbon menu I have ever seen at a restaurant in DC. Service is quick and very friendly. Try it, if you didn't fall for the food, you will for the cocktails. The cold brewed Irish coffee is not to be missed. read more

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Chill place for dinner and drinks. Food is pretty great, I've never had a bad experience. Gnocchi with octopus was really delicious. when it came out I thought it was small, but it was a perfect size. Gnocchi was super light and who doesn't love butter? Octopus was perfectly grilled too. read more

Boundary Stone - Octopus and gnocchi. This was delicious and was the perfect portion size. - New American Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

What a great local bar and restaurant! Our bartender, Joe, was friendly and helpful. We loved the brussel sprouts, pickled vegetables, heirloom tomato salad, and wings here! Try their peppercorn saison! Our wad refreshing and delicious! read more

Boundary Stone - New American Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

Great neighborhood spot. I love the atmosphere, although I had the hardest time figuring out that the sliding door is the main entrance...Now they have signage. Big ups for signs. The heat lamps in the alley = genius, but the seating feels cramped. Beer menu is good. Food menu is a limited, but I've heard good things about everything they make. Although the Deviled Eggs is a little bit of an odd menu option for a pub. I'm not a fan of the organic ketchup, but ketchup-for-people-who-prefer-preservatives is only a request away. I'm a big fan of the Bleu Burger. I mean, they put pickled beats in it. Seriously, really good. read more

My goodness, those Crispy Maple Brussels Sprouts were scrumptious! The simple "snack" counters the slight bitterness of brussels sprouts with a sweet maple-syrup sauce. It certainly was unlike any concocted brussels sprouts that I've had. Though, please note that this food item is seasonal and I anticipate it will be discontinued in a few short months. In any case, the succinct menu conveys an eclectic blend of contemporary cuisines that appear full of flavor and of quality ingredients. Bruschetta, quesadillas, wings, hummus, burgers -- all reasonably priced between $4 to $10. And if plating is any indication, you're getting a bang for your buck. I was here during odd hours (~3-5pm) on a Tuesday. But given that this is a prototypical dive bar, I imagine the chill vibe and relaxing ambiance extends through the night. In addition to the earth-toned rustic interior, the booths and nooks make for a comfortable setting in which to share brews and tales with a few friends. Overall, the whole environment radiates a warm and welcoming energy. Unfortunately my experience fell short of perfect. My server, also the bartender at the time, was brusque. It may have been because I asked for a "pint" of Breakfast Stout instead of in a "sifter." I appreciate the correction but the terse reaction is unnecessary. As I sat in the booth scanning the menu, I took notice to her interaction with the other customers which seemed cordial, but when she came to take my order she was short and sour. I couldn't tell you for sure how we got off on the wrong foot but I sense it simply may have been a case of the hipster blues. read more

We used to frequent this restaurant/bar a couple years ago. Honestly the yummiest burger I've ever had and an awesome homemade ketchup. Honey hot wings sooooo good. Really great atmosphere and service has always been great. However, we stopped going about a year ago after we had two yucky visits. Brussels appetizer was soggy and bland. Honey hot wings weren't the same, not as crispy and tasted like a store bought sauce was put on them. Ketchup we got was definitely bottle ketchup instead of the one we'd gotten excited to have when coming here. We haven't returned because we can't fathom spending this kind of money for sub par food. Hopefully they've gone back to what made them the yummiest. read more

Water for pets: upon request A surprising gastropub with a dog-friendly heated patio open til midnight every night! With an equally dog-friendly staff and consistently outstanding service, Boundary Stone is a fantastic place to have a drink and better-than-average pub grub with your human in tow. The stone attracts a largely local crowd, and so is a welcomingly mellow scene as compared to the U St. strip, or the overtly conspicuous H St. theme bars. The liquor selection, especially for the shot or rocks glass set is killer. Slightly less so for the beer drinker. They have a pretty good selection but favor cans over bottles, and they have a rotating tap or two in addition to several standards. The pub-style food is top notch as well. Hearty cold weather soups, nightly full-on dinner specials, and great burgers. The kitchen is still working out a few kinks, so ask about menu changes as some items may no longer be available. A relatively new venue that's still ironing out a corner or two, Boundary Stone Public House has already proven to be an up-and-coming place to be in fast moving Bloomingdale, and a visit there won't be regretted. read more

My new neighborhood watering hole! Love these guys and love, love Boundary Stone. I'm here all the time and service and food is always impeccable. From working from home mid-day, to happy hour, to weekend late night, to casual random weeknight dinner. **Would like to see a little more added to the menu to offer a bit more variety. read more

Live music, comfortable bar seats, knowledgeable bartender, clean bathrooms, good food, and great drinks. Plenty of seating options, great atmosphere, friendly and speedy service. Got the truffle potato chips, super delicious. Wings were pretty good. Easy to give this bar 5 stars. read more

Terrible service . Good was somewhat bland . And the manager didn't help . Won't be going again

I came here for lunch over the long MLK weekend with some friends who live in the neighborhood. I really liked the feel of the place - it managed to retain a rustic feel while remaining modern and updated. Very cosy, too - and appeared quite chill and even kid-friendly (this was lunchtime on a holiday, mind you.) The menu is small and simple - I had the beer can chicken sandwich and it was quite tasty. My friends really enjoyed their wings and burgers as well. Apparently they have an impressive beer and whiskey list - not really a fan of either, so I can't say for certain. I did think it was a little odd that they serve wine in what appears to be water glasses - but the pours were generous and that's really all I care about. ;) The service was very attentive, no complaints there. Just a tip: although the Boundary Stone isn't really located near any Metro station, if you're a NW DC resident, you can get here quite easily via the G2 bus (runs up and down P street between Howard University and Georgetown.) read more

The Cons: I didn't get any hints of bacon on the bacon burger. The waitress seemed like she was new to waitressing and a bit overwhelmed. The eating area was freezing and they really need to do something about that. The menu was a bit small. The pros: Tasty burger. It's in my under-served neighborhood, right across the street. I'll definitely come back--though I'll be wearing multiple sweaters and scarves. read more

Boundary Stone is as good as it gets (especially in the area). A little pricey, but WELL worth it. They have my favorite seasonal beer (Hell or High Watermelon), and amazing burgers. Other food is great as well. Great selection of drinks, staff is friendly and attentive, always. Bar scene is fun, and exciting but not crazy and overwhelming. Would recommend it 100%. read more

Generally geeked that this place is in my neighborhood. Great watering hole - beer selection is on point - really good whiskies to choose from. Focused on the food aspect as well. Small-ish menu, but what is available has proven to be legit. The bar feels like a nook. It feels right. Seems to be popular, so it fills up fast. (++) The wings. Best I've ever had. Anywhere. Good happy hour (+) The burger w/ bacon jam and cheddar is hella good. Tastes like you grilled it in your own background, and then a fancy friend came by with tips and accoutrements. The homemade ketchup -- and malt vinegar aioli (w/ fish n chips) are both a nice touch. Do I need to mention the fries? I'm a fan. They're standard, but one of my favorite things about the place. The menu has good offerings. I've never made it to dessert, but I want to try the bread pudding. The hummus, brussel sprouts, and mac-n-cheese also all look good. (-) I don't like the blue cheese "sauce/dressing/dip?" -- I personally feel it lacks flavor, and is a tad watery. It could use a few more pureed crumbles and some buttermilk. Taste: 8 Quality: 8.5 Presentation: 8 Service: 9 Cleanliness: 10 Aesthetics: 8 Atmosphere: 9 Comparative: 8.5 Personal Opinion: 9 Overall: 8.67 (B) read more

Bartenders are SUPER friendly and professional, which is a nice change from many of the neighborhood bars i've been to. They have a great bourbon selection and a pretty decent beer selection too. I haven't had their wings but I hear they are to die for. The vibe this place has is awesome too. It feels "Washingtonian", but the good kind of washingtonian that existed in Georgetown in the 80's, when Ian MacKaye was king. I think the bourbon is a bit overpriced but meh. I'll keep coming back. read more

Great DC place to watch the game on a Sunday. Magner's on tap which is nice. The bartenders are very nice too. The menu seems limited right now so hopefully they will add more stuff soon. Very nice ambiance and free wifi. read more

Every single thing my group ordered for brunch was fantastic. The food was delicious and the bottomless drinks were great and refilled frequently. Come here if you want a great brunch experience. read more

OMG if you are in DC you must do brunch here!!! Breakfast burger & short rib hash to die for!!! Bottomless mimosas for brunch Sat & Sun - this is a must place....not pretentious, low key AND absolutely fabulous!!! read more

Boundary Stone - New American Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

Boundary Stone has brought a ray of light to an up and coming neighborhood that lacks a variety of nightlife spots. I visited this spot a handful of times while I was dating a girl who lived in Bloomingdale. I had this spot on my radar once I heard of their opening and went during their first week of operation. Table seating at the bar unfortunately follows the horribly inefficient first come first serve policy where you see a table for 4 with 1 or 2 people occupying it -_-. The first two times we went for drinks from their vibrant beer collection. The decor itself is pleasing and reminds me a bit of American Ice Company. During our next two visits I sampled their mac and cheese which bordered on flat out flat our terrible, their wings which were solid and a bacon jam burger which was spot on. All in all this place is solid. The beers are good, the vibe is splendid but the food is mediocre at best which is why I gave it 3 stars instead of 4. read more

Good whiskey selection and quality food. The fish n chips weren't crispy/flaky how I like it. it was more soggy and mushy as far as the breading goes. No bueno. I've had most of the menu, and I can honestly say the fish n chips was the only disappointment. If you need to take a small break from some evening work, and you're in the neighborhood, this might be the spot for you. They usually have baseball on two tvs in here too, if that's your thing. read more

I've been to this place now 5 or 6 times now, different days of the week, different times of day, food, no food, bar, restaurant, etc. I guess the one issue I always run into is the hassle and difficulty getting here. Yeah, I know, first world problems. It's actually only 20 or so blocks from home, straight shot on the bike east of home. Having said that, I always bail out when friends want to meet up here. It seems like it is getting more expensive too and I feel pretty uncool in this place, for whatever that's worth. The staff actually are pretty friendly all around, it's the fellow patrons who look you up and down like you don't belong in this off-the-beaten-path hipster spot. Except, once this place got named best new bar in the CityPaper, then best bar the following year, the secret was already out. If only there was an orange line stop close by to get folks in from Arlington. Like I said, the service here is pretty solid, the prices seem a bit high for this part of town, and are more in line with the home 14th street bars. It's also pretty small so it gets that packed in feeling pretty quick, particularly with their recent boost in q score. I like it here, if I lived in the neighborhood it would most likely be my go to bar, but I don't. Their beer selection is pretty stellar, their whiskey selection the same, and deviled eggs are pretty kick ass too. I know you shouldn't blame a place for their clientele, or for their recent popularity, but it keeps me from coming back more often. read more

Ambiance of place is really cute. Has an modern rustic feel to it! I had a good time when I was there and so did my group. Most of us ordered the chicken and waffles. After brunch we split up but Sadly to say a few hours later those who tried that meal were sick to our stomachs. Everyone was nauseous and throwing up. Was disappointed because this place had such good reviews. Im assuming the chicken wasn't cooked all the way through :( read more

This place was really cool. Great food, a small but tasty selection of beers and a great atmosphere. I actually work in the neighborhood and this place is a bit of a textbook example of gentrification in what is traditionally more of a "Carry Out" neighborhood of Bloomingdale but at the end of the day I like this kind of place much better than hole in the wall fried fish/chicken- sue me. They have an interesting sliding wooden door when you go in. The atmosphere is distinctly pub but definitely American/DC and not Irish or British. Old maps of the district, a stained glass window of the DC flag and DC Brau and Nationals stuff provide decoration. As I walked in they were playing Beggar's Banquet. Nice. It then went to Abbey Road. Awesome. Then the sinister bassline of The Clash's Guns of Brixton hit and I thought "Wow, how did they just play stuff by three of my all time favorite bands?" It could have only been better if they followed up with Specials or Ramones. Of course two kids in there started whining at the bartender about "Why they don't ever play Fugazi." To my delight the bartender kinda shrugged them off (Nothing against Fugazi but you don't say that during any song on London Calling). Anyways, I don't know if I would really call this place a hipster spot. It sort of was, but the bar tender was way to friendly and just normal seeming- maybe like a circa 2005 hipster place- before it was "cool"? Overall the vibe was far more friendly and laid back than pretentious. I got DC Brau chicken sandwich which was great. Fries came with homemade ketchup that was a really good (I generally don't really like ketchup). For drinks the bartender was really helpful, I asked him about one beer and he gave me samples of three. Food arrived incredibly quickly though it was fairly slow when I went 4:00 PM on a Wednesday. Again, the neighborhood may be a bit off the map for a lot of folks but I would say it is worth the detour. One of the most cozy, welcoming and overall cool spots I've been to in DC. read more

Went back to Boundary Stone for a weekend lunch. I was hoping to impress my guest with a gastropub lunch. Instead we ended up with okay bar food that was slightly dressed up. It was definitely a letdown after my excellent dinner experience in the summer. The BBQ sandwich was decent: not very flavorful. Even the crispy Brussels sprouts had lost some of their luster. The rest of the meal was just okay. read more

Yuppy bar pretending to be a neighborhood place in gentro Bloomingdale. I do enjoy all the different whiskeys but I wound up choosing a selection of the week because really who wants to stare at a whiskey list for ten minutes. Food was delicious, fried pickles while not inventive were solid. Fish tacos were a little dry because there was so sauce or pico, just pickled onions which I do enjoy. read more

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Nice atmosphere and impressive beer/whiskey list but very underwhelming food. The adjectives on the menu only make the disappointment hurt more when you find, for example, that the artisanal bruschetta is just green mayo on a cold baguette. Stop in for drinks but think twice about ordering food. read more

UPDATE - In retrospect I may have been kinda acting like a dick. In hindsight it really wasn't that big a deal and its nice they put on that game on for that dude. Looking back, I feel bad for writing such a silly review. My bad, Boundary Stone. I leave my previous review up as a testament to my shame. Gotta give this place a 1 star for insisting we watch the Detroit - Minnesota game instead of the Wizards game. I know it sounds silly, but follow me. I did not realize that this bar has legit zero allegiance to the city it's in, and gives way more concern to folks who are willing to spend money. I get it, money is tight, but damn...Yo transplants, come here! This place cares more about your money than the city it's in. You know the issue most local folks have with fake-ass DC bars, yeah, Boundary Stone is no different. Thanks for trying to kill what little culture DC has left. But big ups to these Detroit Lions fans. They found their favorite spot I'm DC. This local dude...not so much. The irony of the DC flag stained glass window is not lost on me. Go lions? But I did enjoy the wings. For real, the wings are tight. read more

Good food & great fun!! They have a very nice selection of beer and local brews. Decent pub food. I ordered steak frites with parmesan fries.... very flavorful and would definitely go well with any drink. read more

Boundary Stone - Steak frites with parmesan fries. Delish! - New American Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

My wife and I have been living in the neighborhood for over 20 years. We eat out frequently usually not in the Bloomingdale area as were looking to get out of the community and see more of the city. when we do eat locally it's usually with one of the restaurants right off of Rhode Island Ave. and we've gone to boundary Stone two or three times. Yesterday we stopped by we can walk there we live less than a block away. Maybe we were greeted by a gentleman who seemingly was very busy, with in fact too busy to help us find a table and eventually stranded us without any help we ended up leaving and going to the Smith but we spent probably three times as much as we would've spent about the stone but enjoyed it tremendously mostly due to the service. read more

Had brunch here today. Many of my complaints are the same - no mention of gluten free or dairy free on the menu. Brunch pickins were slim, no fresh juices or decaf coffee and only 2 brunch specials. Frittata was good, though, and service was better than before. We ate brunch in the alley which I still feel is crowded and cramped. I'm still kind of bummed about the space, which is beautiful but not designed in a way that's good for families, even small ones. I also find the menu kind of boring if you're gluten or dairy free (salads only!) I hope that they find a way to expand or rearrange their space, and create a special menu (or denote gluten and dairy free items on the menu.) Still hoping for a 4 or 5 restaurant, cafe or ANYTHING in Bloomingdale or Eckington. read more

Had brunch here on a Saturday. The place opens at 11. We walked in at 11:02 and there were probably 2 or 3 tables already seated, and another couple of folks sitting at the bar. That said, we walked in and sat ourselves at a booth no problem. Everything on the brunch menu looked pretty good. Bottomless mimosas/bloody mary's were $12. Great deal and would definitely do it again. The food is incredibly reasonably priced & everything our group ordered was tasty. Boundary Stone definitely had a neighborhood-bar kind of vibe, and I'm looking forward to heading over again. read more

5 star is an uncommon rating for me but this is the perfect neighborhood bar. though busy, you can usually find a seat if you aren't there at peak times. the food is very good, but perfectly simple. no foams / reductions / truffle oil. the deviled eggs read more

While visiting, my friends and I wandered over to Boundary Stone for Sunday brunch and we were so happy we did! Honey hot chicken sandwich + blue cheese dressing: delicious. Pretty hot, I would have personally loved more honey, but so good. Bottomless Bloody Marys and mimosas: of course they were amazing. Mimosas come in a smaller cup, Bloody Marys are in a full size drinking glass. Chicken and French toast: my fiancé had it and that chicken was amazing. French toast looked good, but more like cinnamon toast than actual French toast- it wasn't very custard-y on the inside. But was is good? Yes. **Homemade ketchup is amazing. It is sweet and has a smooth texture and I loved it. Really cool decor on the inside. Would love to go back for dinner and try all of the other things!! One downside is that the pricing may be a little steep for what you're getting, but in a city that's usually the case. Five stars because our waiter was a star- he was kind, patient, answered all of our menu questions, and helped us with questions about the area. He was just genuinely nice to us, and I love that! read more

Best burger in DC. Make that best TWO burgers in DC. While I prefer the Bacon Burger (topped with bacon jam), the Bleu Burger is no slouch either. Love the beets. Great neighborhood vibe, wonderful folks operating the place. Beware of that extensive liquor menu, it'll get ya. But be sure to try the Catoctin Creek from Virginia. read more

Meh. Service was lacking. We had a reservation and was seated right away, but were greeted minutes after. Waited a while for the food and was brought the wrong item out, but was given the right order minutes after. Food was ok, it was nothing special. Prices are decent and they offer bottomless drinks for brunch. A good place to be at during games, but I'll go for food elsewhere. read more

Disappointing for brunch. Yes, great boozy brunch deals, but the food options for weekend mid-morning dining are sub-par. When we tried Boundary Stone, I was in pregnancy morning-sickness mode, so a lot of stuff was unappealing to me. REGARDLESS, my husband is something of a French toast aficionado, and he was not at all impressed with the cardamom and vanilla french toast (served with a weak peach compote topping). So, I'll let his word speak for me. I do think we need to come back and try dinner, since that is definitely more of their forte and has received such glowing reviews. The ambiance is nice, definitely trying hard to be hip, but nevertheless is a welcome addition to Bloomingdale. read more