Okay so hear me out... I enjoyed Live K for what it was. A karaoke lounge. So for that alone, Live…read moreK can get 4 stars. And parking in the surrounding area wasn't bad - about $24 for 3 hours on a Friday night in The Wharf garage. If I caught the parking price list accurately, 0-1 hours was $6, and 1-2 hours was $11. There is also valet options available too. Outside of that, let's step into the inside.... I attended Live K on a Friday night for a friends birthday. She did not book an isolated room but the opened floor was just that - an opened floor, people walking past, mics being passed around the floor, the bar steps away, all of the things. It's fun. BUT, I'm not going to lie - I will NOT order food or drinks from this place. I was told from the birthday girl that there is a happy hour with food and drinks from I think 4-7p but I arrived later than that, and paid MORE than full price for drinks in my opinion...... .....4 shots.... & 1 Red Bull, $124....... So do with that information what you will. I could NOT give this place 5-stars if I'm including REASONABLE prices.

My review is more for my personal experience than the customer service…read more I attended a birthday party here and I had an amazing time with my friends so I can give them credit for not ruining that haha. The location itself is awful but that's the wharf for you. Parking is horrible and the garage is super expensive so the new location at the harbor may be better. We had a separate room and it came with two mics which was fun for us to duet or just share a song with a friend. The database is hard to navigate and a great deal of the songs don't come with lyrics so that was a bummer. Also they don't display the song when you're singing, sometimes it would be random figures on the screen so that was different. My friend ordered skewers, wings and fries and that was fairly solid so I don't have much input there. The bathroom was disgusting. Water leaking all over the floor and trash cans overflowing. I'd come back to the location if I could carpool but with the new location at the harbor that would be easier to navigate for sure.

Excellent experience in the VIP Room!!!! Very spacious (they advertise it fits 22, I'd say 18 would…read morebe the most comfortable max), excellent service by QR codes directly to the room, good $10 wine pour. The system is a little confusing to use and we had some issues but mostly got everything going fine throughout. They connect to YouTube so they really have basically every song you could want. Super fun time and we will be back! (Note the automatic service fee on individual invoices)

I am rating Echo Box a 3 stars based on a number of pros and cons contributing to my overall…read moreexperience. This was my first time here on a Saturday night renting a Karaoke room with 6 of my friends. Pros: Staff was nice, greeted us immediately and ushered us to our Karaoke room. They explained how to operate the system and select songs. They also responded quicky to any issues. The restaurant itself was easy to find and clean. The Karaoke rooms were spacious and luxurious with great lighting and sound quality. You were able to customize the microphone, echo and music volumes. There was a "KPop" button which was exciting (You have to go to find out haha). Each song on the main system came with a background video and easy to follow lyrics. Cons: The system was a struggle to learn and if you couldn't find a song, switching over to an ipad for youtube and back was not easy. The main system default was in a different language and limited, even for popular American songs. So I had to call for help a number of times which interrupted our experience. The WiFi wasn't working in our room which made the QR code they provided useless, I had to walk all the way to the front just to order drinks. Drinks were expensive, $10 for Kiren Light + 20% automatic service charge + 10% tax which comes out to be $13 per beer. Usually I pay $5-7 for a basic beer. Also, usually the Karaoke rooms I've been to in the past provide tambourines or something to play with when singing. Once I asked, they gave us 2, but they were really beat up. They were supposed to light up, they didn't. They were cheap plastic and cracked easily. Overall, I enjoyed my experience at Echo Box. The staff was really nice and the Karoke rooms were fancy and well maintained. I would be aware for next time that the system might be a challenge, you may have to spend more on or work a bit harder to order drinks and maybe bring your own tambourine (if you have one haha).

Kostume karaoke is always a really good time. Solly's is an authentic dive bar in the DC scene and…read morethe weekly karaoke is a great way to enjoy an evening. Really friendly crowds and lots of fun.

It's karaoke in wacky costumes! What's not to love and enjoy about it? Well, the premise is…read morefantastic and awesome in so many ways. You want to sing? Then you must put on a crazy costume. And you can choose from their selection of costumes, complete with various wigs and hats. And the song list is quite extensive too. (Though, there are zero New Kids on the Block songs.) The delivery, however, fell a bit short of the expected awesomeness. The host I experienced was honestly one of the worst karaoke hosts ever. She was bitchy and un-fun. And who wants a bitchy and un-fun host? She kinda sucked out the fun. Maybe it was just an off night? Maybe there are better hosts? I will totally be checking it out again and hoping for a better experience. Karaoke in krazy kostumes should be an out of this world fun time. Maybe next time it will actually deliver such an experience.

I ordered the new teriyaki chicken & my wife ordered the new sunset roll. Both were very delicious!…read moreVery authentic place. All the waiters checked on us so the service was amazing! The vibes are chill and calm. Will be returning!

genuinely fantastic. so sweet and so fresh. my spicy Sammy roll was the right sizing and tasted…read moregreat. very authentic ambiance and feel and easy to get seating. the service was quick and everything came out correct!

The live music scene was impressive. We saw Billy the Kid and the Regulators and that band packed…read morethe house. I recommend getting there early and going to the second floor bc they put the tables up at 10 and it's standing room only. In other words - very difficult to get your drinks. The bathroom was pretty grubby... Overall- a cool, live music spot.

I have been here long time ago. I was drunk and dont remember…read more.. This time I came sober and early for happy hour. Let me say that I had a great experience. The server was WOW...very nice and profesional. Had a a cracked glass and she replaced it. Great live band. Food was not the best nor was it the worst. Fried Chicken had no soul. Fried fish was good. Will try something different next time.

Deliciousness - 3/5 Happiness -5/5…read more This place is for drinkers as it has no food, so if you want to lift an ale (and go out for dinner before or after, or bring food in with you), this is the place to be. They have a large beer, wine, and liquor list (although not nearly as many English beers as I expected from a place called Crown & Crow). I won't deny that I wasn't a fan of either of the mixed cocktails I had, with both (including strangely a smoky drink) being too sweet. But the beer was expertly poured and the wine was a very generous serving. The prices are also more than reasonable, which is great for a DC bar. But what really elevates this place is the service. By late night, the place was jam packed. But each and every bartender was extremely friendly and they expertly worked the crowd, getting drinks served quickly (which too few places manage to do) and swiftly clearing off tables of dirty glasses. I also greatly appreciated the free goldfish that they happily dole out to the patrons. The staff made this a really good time.

We came in on a busy Saturday early-evening for drinks before dinner. The back room was…read more"reserved", but we were told to sit back there, given the size of our group and we sat nowhere near the party that was in there. The bartender in that area was friendly, but unhelpful, directing us to use the front room's bartender, even though she wasn't busy when we approached and asked for a couple of drinks. The bartender in the main room was great, he was very friendly and once he started a tab for me he said I could use the other bar too, I guess he wasn't aware the bartender at that other bar already told me she wouldn't help me. Regardless, the drinks we had were decent. For small bites, they only had gold fish crackers, I wish they would have had more to nosh on while drinking. Overall, not a bad visit.

I wandered into Glam before dinner--interesting name, as I'm not in the routine of wandering into…read moreplaces with "glam" in it--and it was...a great happy hour. Coming from DC, it's shockingly inexpensive, and stocked with some strangely good juice (Blue Label, really?). Props to great service and friendly bartender.

- food is good, pretty fresh, but i would also be ok eating before coming…read more- yogurt soju drink is SO good!!! we get an extra bottle of sugar free soju to make it stronger since we like a little stronger tho lol - good beer - amazing karaoke system! sounds amazing lol - be careful if you are on a budget and reserve a set amount of time bc they will not kick u out or alert you that your time is up unless they have another reservation they need the room for lol

This is a great place for a karaoke spot with usually open rooms. My friends and I just got some…read morebeverages from the fridge. They have a limited food selection, though my friends and I already had dinner so this didn't matter to us. They charge you in the end, and the price is so much cheaper than places in dc for karaoke. Also, the system is really easy to use. Overall, I highly suggest this place!

Great Karaoke place in the Annandale area. The space is clean, room was a decent size and the sound…read moresystem was clear and vibrant. The price is also very reasonable at $40/hour. There is a good selection of soju too. My friends and I had a great time here. A con would be that the staff was not helpful and didn't bother to show us how to use the machine so we had to fumble around with it a bit until we figured it out on our own.

The deft cocktailist leans over, as I sip my superbly savory umami martini she crafted, and…read morerecommends one of the best dishes I've had all year: The Beef Tataki (only $14!), a thinly sliced medium rare seared short rib, that you carefully top with some spicy radish, warmed scallions, and dip lightly in the ponzu to finish, and follow with arugula - was incredible.

If you're looking for a sushi spot in DC that balances quality, vibes, and presentation -- Zeppelin…read moredelivers. We went the omakase route and let the chef take control. Each piece came out thoughtfully paced, properly seasoned, and beautifully plated. The rice was warm and balanced, the fish was clean and fresh, and the cuts were generous without being over the top. Highlights included buttery toro and delicately torched selections that melted instantly. Of course, we added extra nigiri because restraint is overrated. Zero regrets. Cocktails were solid -- well balanced and not overly sweet -- which paired nicely with the progression of the omakase. The space itself has a sleek, modern feel with an energetic but not chaotic atmosphere. Great for a date night or a small group. Service is a tad slow but that because this place was completely full.

If you're looking for a hidden gem, Singing Tiger is it. We actually stumbled upon this spot after…read moreanother nearby restaurant completely dropped the ball and was out of just about everything--and honestly, it turned out to be the best thing that could've happened. Tucked away with a speakeasy vibe, Singing Tiger feels like a well-kept secret. It wasn't overly crowded, which made the experience even more enjoyable and intimate. The service? Top-tier. Our bartender, Christian, was phenomenal, very attentive, personable, and clearly knows the menu inside and out. Her recommendations did not miss. Now let's talk about the food: The salt and pepper shrimp was absolutely to die for, perfectly seasoned and crispy. The pork belly buns were rich, flavorful, and melt-in-your-mouth good. And the Korean fried chicken? Simply sublime, crispy, juicy, and packed with flavor. The drinks were just as impressive, well-crafted, balanced, and the perfect complement to the meal. Overall, this place is a solid 10/10. From the vibe to the service to the food and drinks, everything hit. I will definitely be back. Highly recommend if you're in the mood for great food and an elevated, low-key experience.

Located in the basement level of Hotel Nell. There is no signage outside, but soon as you exit the…read moreelevator just open the door you see right in front of you. They have traditional seating that may be good for date night. A few steps down and there are a few private karaoke rooms you can rent. Came by to check out the dinner menu, but not many options for vegetarians. Might be better to just come for drinks or dessert.