I came here with friends for the Latin Coffee event. I had a great time - shoutout to the dj and la…read moregrecacoffeex. The space was huge and there was outdoor space with a bar, seating and games. The servers were gorgeous and super friendly even with how busy they were. The dance space was spacious and perfect for all the dancing. My only note is there was no AC! It was sooooooooo hot in there and there was only one fan. I'm sure it was a last minute issue but they need fans in there as a back up. Especially with events with that many people.

Now I'm only giving them this low score is because of the situation me and my partner ran into on…read morethis past Sunday (July 10th). Online the place looks great and interesting so we decided to hit it up around 9pm because it doesn't close until 2am. So when we walked in the place was pitch black and the vibe was really off. We had to pay $20 a person to enter which at first I was confused because I thought this place was games, bars, music, and vibes...not at all. So we were walking around and the crowd I'll just say wasn't the type I wanted to be around. Only one bar was open and the music was weird. So we decided to leave and when I asked the person who was taking the money what was going on tonight they said an event. Now, this event was not posted anywhere on their website or social media. So I would caution going at night or call beforehand because I don't think I would want to come back because it was nothing like it is portrayed online.

I really enjoyed the overall concept and creative vision of this museum. It has a lot going in its…read morefavor. It has a prime location within easy walking distance of Metro center, in the beautiful old Franklin building. The staff are friendly and helpful. There is no charge for entry although donations are very welcome. One could almost go exclusively to visit the gift shop and the museum cafe as they are both so nice and full of fun things to feast the senses on. But for now I will stick to the museum. You start on the third floor and work your way down. There are displays for all ages and levels of interest, from very technical linguistics to basic "repeat after me". There's karaoke for the brave, joke telling for the dads, a Photo Booth for the tweens and an absolutely epic library in which fairy tales come to life. There's also a section on advertising and it's lures. The café is really fabulous and delicious and gives you a true taste of the global plate that America thankfully has adopted. I thoroughly enjoyed my West African chicken and shrimp curry. I was only sad that it was too early in the day on a weekday and with kids to enjoy one of their dozens of fantabulous looking cocktails! I'll have to go back for that!

We went here with some friend while visiting the DC. area. It was very fun and interesting I wish I…read moretook more pictures. They had a room with a digital globe in it where you learned about different languages. Another room talked about telling jokes and you would sit and tell jokes to one another. There was a karaoke room where you learned about how music is constructed. There was a library which is like a Harry Potter room with a hidden door to a poetry nook. I would definitely recommend this place for $15.

Its all about the Monet, Monet, Monet…read more... I've always enjoyed the works of Impressionist Claude Monet, and here you get to experience his works projected on floor to ceiling screens. There's a short section with informational panels about his life and his process (TL:DR- LOL). Unexpectedly, there is also a section that recreates his studio and his garden at Giverny. (Note: I visited his house several years ago and obvs they have taken liberties here). Enough about this, what about the immersive experience? If you've attended the Van Gogh experience, I think that was superior. Maybe it's Monet's artwork, but projected like this, it's not as interesting. Maybe it has to do with the proportions, but it's a lot more impressive when there are just a few large paintings than several. And the music quite frankly was putting us to sleep. However, it is quite interesting when he revisits the same location and repaints it over the years. And of course the water lilies are gorgeous. The abrupt ending with caricatures of (famous?) people was a strange choice to end this experience. The projection area is set up nicely with chairs, benches and bean bags and everywhere you sit is a good spot for viewing. Just settle in and get comfortable. Optionsl to purchase a VR experience. The gift shop is tasteful and has lots to choose from. When is the Klimt show, I'm still waiting.

If you went to the Van Gogh exhibit, you should know what to expect: A room with information on the…read moreartist's life, information on his painting style, and lots of reproductions of his art. This exhibit was different from the Van Gogh in some respects. The first room we entered a Victorian-like parlor with furniture and artwork. From there, you go into a garden with hanging flowers and blue and green lights. From there, you go into the main room with the artist's works animated in a half-hour loop. There are bean bag cushions on the floor and numerous sling chairs on which to sit. From there you go into the last area, where you can select a drawing based on the artist's paintings and color it in. (The crayons were clearly left over from the Van Gogh exhibit and needed something to make the points finer.) Unlike the prior exhibit, there was as scanner we used to take a picture and display it on a screen. You can also pay extra to do a VR experience, but as my boyfriend and I didn't care for it the last time we went, we skipped it for this exhibit. Feel free to take as many pictures as you want; just don't use your flash or disturb other people at the exhibit. Although I didn't like the Monet exhibit as much as Van Gogh (maybe because I like Van Gogh's oeuvre better), it's still worth a visit and a nice experience. I hope to see this type of exhibit with more artists.

When we went last February, it was closed (as expected) and the surrounding area had been closed…read moreoff to traffic. Meaning you would park on the street then walk into the front area of the building. Unfortunately, we were a hair late getting out of our car after parking when two gentlemen moved the barrier to park their cars inside the front area for photos. So we had to wait almost an hour for them to finish taking photos of their cars (they weren't even cool cars IMO ). The area itself doesn't look all that glamorous in person but you can tell that in its prime it was fantastical! The colors and shapes painted on it were beautiful. I wish we visited during an art show but we had gone strictly for the gram. Photos turned out amazing of course. Definitely a great attraction to bring out-of-towners.

I visited Culture house for a DC FRAY event. It was so beautiful and I honestly loved the space…read more They had a few games outside for patrons to play, the bartender was super sweet and the drinks were pretty good. A bit over priced, but I'm assuming people want to make their money back from Covid. I would love to see an exhibit here or something like that. I feel like it would be such a dope experience. But, I def had fun none the less. Parking was super easy to find and it was a pretty cool turnout. It's an amazing place to take photos. I'd def come again, just for that alone.

I typically come here during bar crawls. Stopped in on a Sunday afternoon, around 6p. There was no…read moreone in there but the bartender and dj. the DJ mix was recorded, smooooth good music! Bartender was super nice! She mentioned Fridays and Saturdays are the best time to visit. They also have hookah, but didn't try them

I ended up meeting some friends here after we closed out a different event. We came on the Sunday…read morenight if Memorial weekend. It was definitely a chill, laid back adult vibe with excellent music. I believe the music was by DJ BG. He definitely was playing the throwbacks that brought me back. They do have hookah for purchase and had a grill set up outside for food. Not sure if there is a kitchen inside for other cooked food. The place is small and intimate. We ended up just ordering drinks from the bar. Not sure if table service is provided on other n8ght when it is more busy but the bartender was quick and efficient. Definitely excited to return when I just want to chill and vibe to good music.

The H Street festival celebrated 21 years of supporting local businesses. This year the celebration…read morewas Saturday, September 19, from 12noon -7pm on H Street, NE (3rd St to 12th Street. If you are driving, you might find a space in the neighborhood (a few streets over). Union Station isn't far - a few blocks from 3rd street, NE. There were dozens and dozens of vendors, lots of free swag and three entertainment stages and a play area for kids. The entertainment stages had DJs, artists and bands. The department of recreation had a bouncy house, lots of games, toys, free popcorn, cotton candy, icees and frozen custard. There were lots of local organizations with "spin the wheel" games and prizes. The city has a lot of companies that offer assistance in many areas. The vendors were amazing. H Street was "one stop shopping" in hand made goods (soap, candles, perfume, jewelry, fashion, t-shirts, handbags, ball caps and art. Food and beverage stations were attracting guests. It wasn't as crowded as Giant's Battle of the BBQ. The community came together and enjoyed the day. Follow H Street festival on social media to stay updated on future events.

The 2022 H Street Festival executed on every street festival/block party need: Good food, good…read moremusic & entertainment, good vendors, a little dancing with a whole lot of celebration.. and Mother Nature brought the good weather! Not only was there diversity within the items listed above but it brought out a diverse crowd--I'm sure every identity was present at the festival making for good vibes. Food wise, there was a range of vendors that included food from across the Black diaspora (Jamaican, Haitian, Southern soul food), American cuisine, Bar food from H Street bars & restaurants, sushi & other Asian cuisine , among other fun food trucks. The music I experienced spread across multiple genres (African, r&b, reggae, hip hop, country, and pop) and was put forth by live musicians, DJs, and drag queens. Street formers were also off stage entertaining us with their percussion and brass instruments.

A Little Movie Theater Nostalgia Right in the Neighborhood!…read more I really wanted to see If I Go Will They Miss Me, and since it wasn't playing at my usual dine-in theater, I decided to visit the Angelika Pop-Up right here in Union Market -- and I'm so happy I did! Now, this definitely isn't the posh moviegoing experience I've become accustomed to. There are no cocktails being delivered to your seat or plush recliners to kick back in, but honestly, that was part of the charm. It brought back a nostalgic feeling of simply going to the movies -- grabbing your popcorn and candy, finding your seat, and enjoying the film. Even better, the concessions were surprisingly affordable! I came specifically to see If I Go Will They Miss Me, Walter Thompson-Hernández's 2026 drama expanding on his 2022 short film of the same name. I've made it a personal mission to be more intentional about supporting independent films from Black and brown creators, and this one reminded me exactly why. The film was shot beautifully. The cinematography alone was worth seeing on the big screen, but the story also pulled at my heartstrings. I thoroughly enjoyed it and was glad Angelika gave me the opportunity to see a film that wasn't available at my usual theater. The experience may be no-frills compared to some of the newer luxury theaters, but there's something refreshing about that. Sometimes all you really need is a good movie, popcorn, candy, and a big screen. I know Angelika is technically a "pop-up," but as a Union Market neighbor, I'm hoping it sticks around for a while! Having a local theater that gives smaller and independent films some screen time is definitely something worth keeping.

What a cool hidden spot! I had no idea there's a small theatre next to Union Market until I saw a…read moremovie there last night. They have food and drinks, as well as beer, wine, and cocktails. They show indie films, current blockbusters, ghibli movies, musicals, and throwbacks. Check out the old posters on the walls. The theatres are smaller and lend to a more intimate movie experience. They have cup holders but no trays or recliners.

I came here this past Saturday with my Bonus Dad and had a great time! We had a reservation for 4pm…read moreand parking was only $6 for 2 hours which is excellent for DC. When you walk in the exhibit, it is an open space with a large sunflower backdrop for pictures. After you check in, you can take a more professionalized photo, chose your background and purchase it at the gift shop for $10. It was not crowded at all which is great because it gives you time (and space) to read about the artist Vincent Van Gogh. I learned a lot and saw more replicas of his artwork. Only reason why I had to deduct a star is because there were some evident errors in years posted of his work. One piece said he created a masterpiece in the 1900s and another said he did artwork in 1837 when he wasn't even born yet lol. The best parts of the immersive experience were the 360 room of theatrical lights, the 10 minute Virtual Reality ($5 p/p) and the staff I met along the way. My bonus dad and I spent about 30-40 mins in the room watching the story of Van Gogh's background. I was amazed at the different screens displaying so much I didn't know where to look because every screen was covered. The strobe lights on the floor were emulating birds and rain. The VR was well explained and made comfortable by Perry. At the end of the VR, you then walk into the gift shop and explore a few souvenirs. We met Donnie and Paige there who had wonderful, vibrant personalities. I purchased our pics from the booth earlier and he bought a flask with shot glasses. This was my 1st time at this exhibit and in this area that I saw many cool places to check out later like Metro Bar, a movies theater next door, & an indoor pickle-ball/rollerskate place. The dinosaur exhibit was right next door so don't be frightened if you hear a tyrannosaurus while checking out Van Gogh's work :D

Really cool and unique experience!!! I am so happy I did this!! I learned a lot about my favorite…read moreartist and it was a fairly long experience. It about 1hr - 1hr 30 mins to go through. The first part was info on Van Gogh and his life. There were pictures of a lot of his paintings if not all. It wasn't super crowded, I did the VIP experience which came with a virtual reality portion at the end. You get a head set and it basically goes through another set of info on the artist life. You don't have to do the VIP experience to do it. There's a sign that says $5 at the end to participate. I'm not too sure how much it was in total cause my bf paid but I think it was around $75. My favorite part was the Artechouse house like portion where you have like a 20-30 mins of watch all his paintings, quotes, and inspo on the walls. It's a 360 experience and they provide benches, chairs, blankets, etc.... I'd recommend if you like art exhibits and Van Gogh

This is our third visit and we could not be happier! We like to sit at the bar and we have always…read morebeen greeted promptly and with enthusiasm! Our primary server at the bar twice has been Leon. He is amazing! We do not recall our other primary server but everyone works together as a team! This is what makes a great restaurant and experience. The food has been presented and prepared great the three time we have visited! We have had the happy hour special of a hot dog served with chips or a small salad. The salad is very nice and the kettle chips are great! I have also had the chicken tacos that I had served with the side salad. It's literally one two many tacos for me! This is a great place for couples and family's! Lots of games and not to loud music. If you sit at the bar there is also a nice view of the water/Wharf area! Overall this has been a great experience! Don't miss this place!

Popped in to relax for a few happy hour drinks during DC Jazz fest. Staff is friendly, drinks are…read moreok although not all frozen drinks were available on a hot day. Casual relaxed atmosphere, standard bar style food available as you watch or play a game. Lower level has indoor corn hole and a few arcade games along with the bar. Upper floor has few additional games, bar, seating area and TVs for sports games. Little slow on the upkeep for clearing tables and drink refills on an average day.

29rooms was a soft no for me. It might be a yes if any of the following apply to you:…read more 1. You're a trendy, hipster, IG Influencer 2. You're likely to "Do it for the Gram". 3. You excel at knowing and delivering ideal angles for selfies and group photo ops. 4. You live for backdrops and props. 5. You have extra time on your hands. ...and don't get me wrong, those are great qualities to have!!!! I think I was expecting there to have been more actual rooms in 29rooms, and for the delivery to have been more art-centric. I didn't care for the long lines at each display, (although that was to be expected) and the minimal artist engagement. I think it would have been nice to meet a designer or two, or maybe to have had an employee to provide insight into the installations...but perhaps I'm a bit old-fashioned. After being completely disoriented (and borderline violated) by the unexpected bag search and wanding that preceded entry, I was a bit perturbed. Likely because, in my mind, the bag full of makeup and random necessities that I was carrying would have been a more dangerous weapon than the sealed can of soup that I had on hand (after coming directly from work and not having had lunch that day) should I have been so inclined to use my purse as a weapon. Obviously neither of which I would have assaulted anyone with, but security I guesssssss... Price wise, I didn't think the tag matched the quality; $20 would have been just right.

I really wanted to like 29rooms but honestly could've saved my money. My friend really wanted to…read morego, so I said ok sure. The quick and dirty of it is that it's great for Instagram influencers who want cool pics. There was someone there with a professional photographer. So if you plan to take iconic level photos or want to flex for the gram sure, knock yourself out. If you want to expand your reality and enjoy art WHILE getting cool photos, this is likely not for you. My personal highlights are the palm reading experience, 29 questions, the teen room, rainbow filters, and dance break room. Ultra highlight goes the "blackness" installation, you'll know it when you see all the gold and things that are apart of the black cultural experience. I heard the Shea moisture meditation room was good but I missed out. Oh well. Ultra lowlight goes to the escape room sponsored by some financial company. I was bamboozled. 11 bucks for a cocktail so I passed on those. Good luck!