I've visited Copycat Co 3-4 times, and every dish has been amazing. On the weekend, the bar gets pretty crowded, so expect to wait for a table or bar seat--but it's absolutely worth it. Ambiance upstairs is great for a date night with dim lighting, a good number of two tops and a bunch of bar seating, while the downstairs patio has some larger tables that are better for groups. The Chimichurri is a must-order. The perfectly cooked steak, bright acidic sauce, crunchy fennel and herbs make for an unbeatable combo. This was my first time trying the Salt n Pepper Eggplant, and it's far from a boring veggie side. It's an incredible, flavor-packed main dish I've literally dreamed about since. Our server confirmed we were good with a high spice level, and I'm glad he did--this dish is VERY SPICY. The heat is intense, but it's equally flavorful with a ton of aromatics that hold their own. I also had two perfect bourbon smashes--spot on and a great complement to the food. read more

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We went to this place after hanging out during homecoming. And it was SOOOOOO good!! It was amazing. Like I've got to go back next weekend. We had the beef noodles, chicken wontons, crab fried rice. Their ginger beer was so fresh. They even had a hot goner drink with lemon and cinnamon. It's been a long time since I've been to a restaurant that had such flavorful, wonderfully prepared food. I'm going back as soon as possible. 10 stars! read more

We love Astoria and wanted to try their sister restaurant copycat because we noticed they have a slightly different menu. It did not disappoint! You can't make reservations here like you can at Astoria, so we came a couple minutes before they opened to ensure we could grab a spot. We were immediately greeted and given water and goldfish. All the staff are so friendly and always checking in on you. We ordered the vegan noodles, chicken and mushroom potstickers, salt and pepper shrimp, and lazi chicken. We've had the noodles and lazi chicken at Astoria before, but the potstickers and shrimp were items we hadn't tried before. Everything was so delicious, especially the shrimp. So crispy and flavorful! The potstickers came hot and tasted fresh as well. With the lazi chicken, our waiter noticed they used the wrong cut of chicken. Normally it comes with bone-in chicken thighs but we were given the boneless style they normally use for skewers. He apologized and ended up comping the lazi chicken for us which was extremely considerate! It was still delicious and one of our go to orders. Overall it was a great dinner and great service. During our time there it got very crowded for a Sunday night. When we headed out people were already waiting to grab our seats. Safe to say this is a popular spot and their food is amazing. read more

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5 stars for me. The bartender knew exactly what we would like just from our descriptions of what type of drink we like. The food was tasty. The lights were dim enough for privacy and it wasn't noisy at all. Therefore the ambiance was perfect. This was where I started my new year on a first date and it was wonderful. read more

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It was a late night and this was one of the only spots that was still serving food, so I decided to give them a try. Upon entering the restaurant, you have to climb a set of steps to get to where the eating is, and then when you get up there, there is limited seating. I asked the waiter if there was any more seating and he stated "yes, there is some out back". Meaning, you had to walk down another flight of steps to another section of limited seating. I was lucky enough to grab a seat. I did notice that people will typically wait to get a seat there. When It came to the food, their menu was pretty straight food and it's Asian cuisine mostly. They have QR code coasters which I thought was cool. You scan It and It brings up there menu. The menu shows you the pricing for the food only, not the drinks (so be aware). I wasn't sure what to get, but I had my eye on the Beef noodles and the waiter recommend I try that. Upon first glance at the food, the bowl was small and not much food. Once I actually tried It I was very disappointed. Especially since It was $18. The noodles were good but the overall dish had no flavor. Everything just tasted like sesame oil and some of the beef pieces were hard. I want to give this place another try, but I'm not sure if I will due to limited seating read more

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Met a friend here after work and honestly the drinks hit harder than expected. The cocktails are creative without being weird, and the little snacks downstairs are perfect if you're already a bit tipsy. Gets packed on weekends but still fun. read more

Copycat Co is a very cool spot to come with a date (definitely not a first date) or a friend. seating is super limited, and they don't take reservations, so I wouldn't recommend coming with a large group. Luckily, it was just the two of us, and we managed to snag a spot, but we saw quite a few people walk in, look for seats, and leave because there was nothing available. We went pretty late, so the vibe seemed to shift more toward the drinks side of things. There was only one person handling the tables, which made service feel a bit slow, but honestly, the food and drinks made up for it. We tried two versions of the fried rice, and both were delicious--definitely a highlight. The atmosphere has a cool island vibe with chill music and dim lighting, which made it a relaxed spot to hang out. Just keep in mind that seating is tight, and if you're set on eating here, try to come early! read more

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This place is a vibe! The upstairs bar area can get a little bit crowded, but the bartenders are amazing. I'm not even sure if they call them bartenders, but they are extremely experienced. If you're not sure what to drink, you can describe a kind of drink that you want and they will whip up exactly what you are looking for (sweet, bitter, refreshing, etc). I will definitely be back! read more

Favorite hidden gem in the city! Love a good cocktail here, bar has great options but they will make you something custom and delicious! Highly recommend! read more

I've been a regular at Copycat for a while. The service has never been amazing, but I looked past it because the food and drinks were consistently good--and when things went wrong, they usually made an effort to make it right. But tonight was my birthday dinner, and it was the last straw. We were told we couldn't stand in a certain area because staff needed space to move. No problem--we moved without hesitation. But less than ten minutes later, a group of white customers arrived and were allowed to stand in that exact same spot. Not only were they allowed to stay, they were even offered shots for their patience. Meanwhile, we were still sitting there with no food, no drinks, no acknowledgment from the staff. The difference in treatment was glaring. It felt disrespectful and discriminatory. We left--and we won't be coming back. read more

I've been coming to Copycat regularly and the service has never been the best, but I overlooked it because the food and drinks were good and they usually made things right when mistakes happened. Tonight was the last straw. We were told we couldn't sit together because they needed space for staff to walk. Fair enough, so we moved without issue. But 10 minutes later, a group of white customers came in and were allowed to stand exactly where we were told we couldn't. Not only were they allowed to stay, they were offered shots for their patience. Meanwhile, we sat with no food, no drinks, no service. It was clear there are different rules for different people. We left. And won't be back. read more

I want to give flowers to the team that did an amazing job serving consistent, well balanced cocktails with delicious food throughout the night. My wife and I came on a Saturday night from recommendations from the SIA team and to be honest I think this bar has been the highlight of our trip. It was so good we came back the next night on a Sunday to try new menu items and other cocktails items. The team is present and pays attention to each new guest, great music and amazing food. We got the sober soup (spicy option) and walnut shrimp the first night and sober soup (spicy option) and chimichurri the second night. I cannot recommend the food enough. Definitely going to miss the food when im back in CA. Classic Cocktails are excellent, the level of execution is 2nd to none, always well balanced (both boozy stirred and shake ) no matter how busy it is, and most importantly, consistent. Ice is hand chipped each day, glasses are cold, and cocktails are never too spirit forward or too sweet. This place does not receive the recognition it truly deserves. Truly glad i was able to stop by here on my trip to DC. Thank you team for a wonderful two night and wishing you continued success and wonderful work . A true hidden gem in DC read more

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Met my friend and her partner here. When I first climbed the steps with her, it threw me off because I guess the restaurant's top is a karaoke. I didn't understand the set-up, but whatever works for them. As we walked towards the back of the restaurant, once we hit the top of the steps, I was thrown off until we walked through the door and down the steps to the restaurant and bar situated outside under canopies. Since there were three of us, you know, the drill with me, we all ordered different things to get the best of all worlds. We started with the Dan Dan Noodles and Little Noodles. The Little Noodles had a real kick, and the spices just exploded in your mouth. I wanted to stop eating them, but I couldn't because they were so damn good. Then we ordered the Triple Delight Pot Stickers and the Double Fried Ribs; OMG. We topped it off with the Chimi-Churri; wow. In addition to water, we tried the Bourbon Smash, Moscow Mule, and Pain Killer, all of which were ordered twice. Please don't judge us. read more

This place is so cute! There are two seating areas: upstairs near the bar and downstairs in the mostly-covered patio (with heated lamps). Always appreciate a smaller menu and the dumplings and beef noodles were so good. I kind of expected it to be a beef noodle soup but I ended up liking the dry noodles, they were super flavorful and the perfect amount of spiciness. Also a selection of unique cocktails though we didn't try any! read more

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Copy Cat was one of the nearest restaurants still open and closest to DCA on a Sunday night, according to Yelp. My flight got delayed 12 hours and I missed one whole day of my itinerary! :( Arrived a little past midnight here. The server was sooo sweet. He said the kitchen closed a few minutes ago but I think I looked like a mess and hadn't eaten all day and he said he'll check if the fires are still warm. Ended up being able to get Dan Dan noodles and chili wontons. Also got a Moscow mule bc if you had my day, you'd have one too. ALL OF IT WAS SPECTACULAR. And I'm not just saying that because I was so hungry. Dan Dan noodles had good flavor and nice portion size for price. Peanuts added a good crunch. Chili wontons were also generously portioned and the sauce had a nice kick to it. Moscow mule was yummy and the ginger was very strong in it FYI. Service was awesome, vibes were great (good music, good crowd), and the food (most importantly tbh) was very delicious. I would for sure come back (honestly just because they were willing to check if the kitchen was still serving food, lol). read more

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I recently dined at this intimate charming restaurant on H Street in DC. The intimate setting, coupled with phenomenal service, made for a delightful experience. The waiter's assistance in navigating the menu and thoughtful recommendations added to the overall satisfaction. Don't miss the crab fried rice--it's a delicious highlight. The street parking may require some patience, but the culinary experience is well worth it. I would visit again, but I probably would not choose a Friday night with the place being so small you are very close to everyone like within arms distance . The menu is very limited, but it's a cute place to go and try a few things and socialize . read more

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I finally made it to Copycat Co and I'm glad that I did. Really good food and good drinks. I love the vibe in this place as well. It's a bit small, so I highly recommend that you get there early so that you can find a seat. Also, be sure to sit at the bar and get your drinks made. Excellent experience. read more

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Staff. Five stars. Food. Five stars. Drinks. Five stars. Vibes. Five stars!!! One of my favorite places. All the food is good. The eggplant dish is worth giving up your first child for- it's amazing. So delicious and spicy. I literally wake up early the next day to have leftovers for breakfast. read more

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Always a 5/5! I've enjoyed Copycat for the past year of so that I've been coming to DC. While I always come for the cocktails, I always find myself getting a quick bite to eat! The ambiance is phenomenal and the space is manageable. It's a smaller bar but I will say with the music, good folks, and cocktails flowing, it's so worth it! This has got to be one of the top places where I've encountered some of the greatest bartenders! The kindness, attentiveness and just overall knowledge is superb! Check this spot out if you can! read more

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Copycat Co. is my go-to spot for a fun night out. The skewers are delicious, the drinks are creative, and the cozy, laid-back vibe upstairs makes it perfect for hanging out with friends. It's always a good time! Follow my IG account for Curated Google Maps list for brunch, happy hours, rooftops, parks, wineries & more in the DMV area: @yourdmvbestie read more

We came here by chance after planning to go biking, the weather changed all that quickly. We were a couple of their first customers soon as the doors opened. We walked up the steps to the small and charming bar. There's a good amount of seating but it is pretty tight, like you'll be sitting very close to other other guests. The service was solid, pretty timely and friendly. They kept our water glasses full, and table cleared. The only thing I didn't like much was some of the staff kept reaching across/over our food and drinks vs asking for us to pass things over to them. Eye personally rather hand you things then have you reaching all across me to grab at things. Besides that? Great team. We had a mix of mocktails and cocktails. They made us some incredible tasting, refreshing ginger based mocktails. We had TWO rounds, woohoo! My friend also had two rounds of the margarita. I had the pork fried rice and salt and pepper shrimp. I lover the pork fried rice downnnnn. It's was savory, and very tasty. I tried their house soy sauce too, it had a nice sweet touch but not too sweet that it overpowered the saltiness of your classic soy. The salt and pepper shrimp was hot as heck. The chili oil whooped my butt, I only ate half a shrimp LOL! It was a powerful dish. My friends had the chimi churi steak and walnut shrimp. I was able to grab a slice of steak, it was cooked to perfection! But it tasted like it was in the same salt & pepper shrimp oil and it was a little bland to me so I didn't care too much for it. Overall though? I would return and recommend that you give them a try too! read more

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I really wanted to like Copycat Co. The biggest hurdle for me to get over with this restaurant is the space. I enjoy dark aesthetics, but this was a bit too much. I had trouble reading the menu and opted to just look online. The space is also small so it can feel a bit cramped depending on the crowd. We shared the Salt N' Pepper Eggplant, Fried Rice and Cumin Chicken dishes. There was enough for two to split comfortably and did a good job of filling us up. read more

Love it here! The ambiance is perfect for a solo date night. I ordered the la zi chicken and an aperol spritz! Everything came out perfect. read more

Copycat Co - My go to: La La-Zi Chicken. It's soo good and always have some leftover for later or the next day. - Cocktail Bars Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

This is my FAVORITE place in DC for drinks and food. This is quality for your money. There should Be a line out this door. The service is great because they care about what you want. They also care about their craft. Everything the make is perfect. Food and drink. This is by far the best place for a date night in dc. Careful if you order spicy. It's indeed spicy. This is a cocktail bar with amazing Asian food. read more

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Awesome spot that's easy to walk past without noticing, but once you do notice...meow. Bar style seating with high energy up top and a more laid back patio space. Up a flight of stairs to the first (and limited) seating area. Down another set for the patio. The service is fantastic, the drinks wonderful (best Caipirinha I've had in a long while), and the food wonderful. The crab fried rice was a touch short on crab this visit, but I didn't really care given the popping flavors. Each dish has a bit of heat, especially the pork noodles. The kind of heat that keeps bringing you back. This spot is an absolute must stop, and while it's name suggests otherwise, it's sure to be copied by others looking to capture the same flavors and experience. read more

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The drinks are unique and delicious The chili wontons are good! Can get very very crowded and hard to get a seat so be prepared to wait read more

A vibe for sure! Intimate, friendly. Spectacular drinks. The bar tenders know what they're doing. We sat in the bar on a Thursday night around 8p. We were welcomed right away. Super friendly staff. Jonathan was the bartender we worked with. He makes excellent drinks. There were already a few other couples and a few solo folks there. By the time we left around 10p it was full but didn't feel crowded. Music was on point!!! Highly recommend. They have an outdoor patio too!! read more

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I really like the service here. The fellas are very sweet and friendly. They immediately gave me water and goldfishes as I'm taking my coat off. One of the bartenders mentioned that he could make a drink of my choice. I was going to get the painkiller but I like a reinvention of a drink. He asked me my favorite drink and I told him so I'm assuming he did like a mash of the two since the painkiller is my second favorite drink. I believe he said it was a peach painkiller, but I'm not 100% sure. I also ordered beef noodles at the same time as my drink. I was so hungry because I hadn't eaten anything but snacks all day and at this point it was 6 PM. So as I'm eating the goldfish, the beef noodles came out very shortly after my drink. I liked the drink a lot. The beef noodles I wasn't a fan of, but I scarfed them down quickly because I was hungry. I didn't hate them. I usually only send food back when it's undercooked. Otherwise I just eat it. I hate sending food back. The noodles were just too oily, and the only flavor I was picking up was the chili and garlic. I remember biting down on fresh garlic and chili flakes consistently. The noodles stuck together, but I did like those style of flat broad noodles. They were very generous with the beef and the beef was actually pretty good but the serving portion is tiny so I ordered some pork fried rice. I assumed the pork fried rice would be the same size as the noodles but the pork fried rice was massive. I feel like the noodles should be an appetizer because that tiny bowl wasn't fulfilling. The oiliness of the noodles didn't sit well with me so I didn't even get a chance to really eat my pork fried rice aside from a couple of bites. I was nauseous immediately and just asked for the pork fried rice to be boxed. I will come back again, but I wouldn't touch the noodles which is sad because that was the reason why Copycat was recommended to me and I love noodles. From a ramen to a pasta. read more

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Overall a great experience with great food. We sat in the outside area past the bar and were lucky to be seated relatively quickly. The space is small and they don't take reservations so depending on the day there may be a wait. We ordered the baos, cumin chicken, twice fried pork belly, crab fried rice, and Dan Dan noodles. All were fantastic. As someone growing up eating Chinese food, this was probably one of the most authentic tasting Chinese food I've had since coming here to DC. Service was also excellent. It was a busy day but our food still came out relatively quickly and we had a great server as well. read more

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Visited for the first time with a friend who recommended the spot. I was not familiar with the establishment but throughly enjoyed my experience. It was very intimate and became filled very quickly. I sat at the bar and ordered a cocktail while my friend ordered food. My drink was great, which was their spin on a Black Russian. My friend said her food was great and she enjoyed her cocktail as well. I will definitely be returning to try the food. read more

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I've come here a couple times now and it always impresses. This cocktail bar sets the standard with the cocktails and food. Ambiance cannot be matched with anywhere else. The service is impeccable. Despite being a bustling, full, and busy bar multiple bartenders always came to attend to my needs. Drinks are amazing. I love the yellow submarine!!!!! The tiki mugs are sooo cute. read more

Copycat Co - Cocktail Bars Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

Bussin! 10 out of 10. I'm pretty bad about not eating at new places and I highly regret not eating here sooner. Sante Fe chicken hoagie is bomb. read more

Visited this establishment on a Sunday evening. It is a pretty small place with limited seating. Very dark, so bring your glasses. I ordered the rice and was really excited about eating the kabobs. The food took at least 30 min to come out which was a little disappointing as I was extremely hungry. The rice finally came out and it was spicy and die to my dietary restrictions I could not eat it. Establishments should do a better job when it comes to adding spices to food. The kabob meat was absolutely delicious and flavorful. I do plan on trying this place again because I believe the potential is there. read more

Copycat Co - Cocktail Bars Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

Great drinks. Intimate setting. Nice location and parking isn't too bad most days. Great date spot! read more

Came here with a friend on a Sunday evening - Around 6 perhaps. This place was packed :) Not sure if the downstairs mini area is still open, but there was a short line of ppl waiting ON the stairs for a table or bar space. My friend saw a couple looking for a waiter for the bill and got their table as they were leaving. Tight area, even for dining. All cocktails are now a flat fee of $16 and the price of food has increased alot too. Glad they were still able to stay afloat during the pandemic. We got the Walnut Shrimp (hella gooood!) and beef noodles. The beef noodles were a little spicy and it seemed like one big ass , long noodle. lol really. Bartendars were super cool and nice. I would come back on a less crowded night read more

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Finally tried Copycat and what I can say is the food is really good. I had the salt and pepper shrimp which was delicious. Please do note that it (like many menu items) is spicy. The only questionable thing for me is that it was not served with rice, just a bowl of shrimp. Drinks are flat priced at $16. Whether or not this is worth it, is up for debate. I recommend paying attention to the picture of the drink because you'll be able to see the amount of ice you can expect. I tried the Black Seal Swizzle. What a tasty few sips lol. I would have certainly liked some more drink with that ice because this thing is easily gone after a few sips and therefore the price did not make sense at all. Service was good and the gentleman we had was very attentive. You may choose to dine in or outside on their rooftop. read more

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Food and service was amazing! Unfortunately, it's our last night in DC otherwise, we would be back. You must try this place. The food did not disappoint and the ambience was everything. We went on a Friday evening and it was pretty packed. The chili wontons were my favorite. Everything else pretty close? read more

Copycat Co - Chili wonton, sober soup, Pan-Fried Baos and ribs - Cocktail Bars Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

I love this place... they always have a cool vibe and fun drinks. It is ALWAYS crowded though... and service can be slow, but I still love it and come back often! read more

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I have now been twice in the last month. The food is very good, portion size on some items is small for the price. Value: 6/10. I ordered the beef noodles, but the vegan option that is featured on the menu. The beef isn't replaced with veggies, so i the dish consists of delicious spicy noodles, and some spinach. The dish is delicious, but not worth $20. Food: 9/10. The food is very good. The spicy mouth feel of the beef noodles is superb, the veggie fried rice is packed with flavor. Service: 10/10. The service here has been outstanding both times I've gone. Other: they stay open late so that's a plus when you what late night eats Overall: 8/10. I'll be back. read more

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It's a life mission to find the world's best tiki bar. It's quite the fun goal. If you are looking for tiki kitsch, this isn't it, but Copycat Co delivers on taste. The drinks are strong and the Chinese street food style menu is great for sharing. No reservations and a tiny bar space upstairs. We stood bar side while ordering and had made up our minds to close out and head to another dinner spot when two seats opened up and we took them. Glad we stuck around to try the food. Dan Dan noodles were a hefty portion even if just meant for one, the Lemon pepper shrimp were saucy but still managed a crunch, and the chili wontons walked a fine line between flavorful and spicy. 3 small plates were enough for the two of us, but we could have eaten a 4th and not been overly stuffed. Parking was easy to find around the corner in the neighborhood. While the upstairs was small, loud, and crowded on a Friday summer night the downstairs patio seemed to have open seats with a lower-key vibe. Would love to return when it isn't prime time for a less busy experience. But even with the crowd, the food didn't take long at all! The hard part is grabbing a seat. read more

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