This place is very cute. The ambiance is great. I did not eat there but the service was very great.read more

What a great, small and quaint concert venue. Came to see Brittany Ann Tranbaugh (a friend of a…read morefriend) and was delighted to be introduced to the hilarious duo Griefcat. Didn't see much of Liv Greene, but loved what I heard. The upstairs venue is small and holds maybe 70 people. There are a few stools back toward the bar, which was staffed by a friendly bartender, but otherwise it's standing room only, This was the perfect venue for these artists! Highly recommend The Pocket, so I hope you'll check it out.

Well I never heard of Penn Social and I was blown away. I attended a NASA talk their for one of the…read moreProf's and Pint events and it was great. We were in the large spacious auditorium style area downstairs with the bar. I did not know they had a full kitchen and bar. The food was great. I ordered a hot honey flatbread with pepperoni. It came out piping hot and it was very flavorful. For a drink I ordered a down east cider. The service was impeccable. The staff were very friendly and attentive. I really thought it was just an event space. The top floor has games, and a bar that seem to be lively. I will try that area out soon. Cheers!

How could they mess up a pretzel?…read more I was sitting in their packed downstairs space attending an excellent Profs & Pints lecture on Forgeries Throughout History. It was my first time here, and from the reviews, I knew what to expect: cold beer and mediocre--at best--food. Looking around, I noticed plenty of people taking their first bites of whatever they'd ordered, but very few seemed in any hurry to take a second. I took the hint. I figured the safest thing to pair with my pint of Dos Equis--and help soak it up--would be one of their "head-sized" pretzels. Frankly, they surprised me. I didn't realize it was possible to screw up a pretzel this badly. What arrived was a plate containing two very hot, large, salt-encrusted, pretzel-shaped objects accompanied by a small tub of thick, yellowish goo. The pretzel--I never made it to the second one--had the texture and flavorlessness of stale Wonder Bread. (Assuming Wonder Bread is actually capable of going stale.) The goo tasted vaguely like mild Velveeta, but without Velveeta's ambition. On the plus side, this is a nice venue for lectures and, I imagine, watching sports. The beer is cold, the downstairs space has a good atmosphere, and I enjoyed the event. Just do yourself a favor: eat before you get there.

4.5 stars. Overall,…read morethis is a really great place to see a show. I came to see Flawed Mangoes and for the most part it was a great time. The venue is like a really clean dive bar that hosts live music. The staff were all very polite and incredibly welcoming. To be situated at the Wharf, the food and beverages were surprisingly affordable... at least by DC standards. The general admission tickets are for standing only. I paid for premium seating and got, well... an actual seat. Unfortunately, this is where I ran into issues. I really wish that Union Stage would offer more smaller tables (1-2 tops) because I had the unfortunate experience of being forced to involuntarily third-wheel some random couple's date night. As someone who frequently attends concerts alone, I hate communal seating. If I'm paying extra for a seat, I don't want to spend the evening sharing a table with strangers. In this case, the couple who joined me at my table spent much of the show carrying on conversations, using flash photography despite it being prohibited, and generally making themselves unwelcome part of my concert experience. It was distracting, annoying, and made it difficult to fully enjoy the performance. Adding more 1-2 top tables for solo concertgoers or couples would significantly improve the premium seating experience by giving people the option to enjoy the show uninterrupted and with the company they actually chose (and paid!) to spend the evening with. It's also worth noting that there is no wait staff to serve you at the tables. So if you grab a seat at a table, make sure you have something to put on the table to indicate that it is occupied. There are QR codes on the table where you can order and pay, but you still have to go to the floor to pick up your food. I got a half cheese pizza and an Aperol Spritz. The pizza was good by dive bar standards. Nothing special about it, but it hit the spot. The Aperol Spritz was also surprisingly good. The sound system is great. However, we need to talk about the lighting situation. I'm not sure if this is how Union Stage typically operates or if this is something that can be attributed to the artist, but the lighting choices for this concert were overwhelming. I've been to dozens of concerts over the course of my life, but I've never had spotlights that repeatedly point directly into the audience, but that was my experience throughout this entire show. I had to put on my sunglasses in this dark venue to keep myself from being quite literally blinded by the light. The background lights and everything were fine, but repeatedly shining spotlights into the crowd was not a good choice. The most expensive part of this night, by far, was the parking, which is not the fault of the venue. I paid $38 to park for 4 hours, but fortunately it was a very short walk to the venue. There are multiple parking garages as well as an extremely limited amount of street parking near this venue. The garage was the only feasible option that evening since so many people were out for the concert, viewing the World Cup, as well as attending events at other bars and restaurants in the general area. All told, I had a really great time at Union Stage. While I hate traveling into DC and I'm not keen on spending $40 on parking, if there's another artist performing at this venue that I want to see, I would definitely come back.

It's a solid venue for smaller artists Id say a few things hold it back. 1 ticket check is at the…read morebottom of a long stairwell in the basement it should be at the top it would cut down congestion especially since food is run down the same stairwell. 2. The sound system probably needs an upgrade prior to artist coming on stage the music being played was not really audible and didn't carry any thing to the crowd. The merch table being by the entrance caused more congestion. 3. For the seated area unlike what's displayed on the ticket sites they are in the back not the front not a big deal I prefer standing but could disappoint those who pay the premium price for those. Staff are really nice and friendly and prices are more then fair on drinks and food.

Chill. Came here on a Bar Crawl. Had no idea of this place. Right across the street from the U…read moreStreet Metro exit. We didn't buy any drinks, just dance. Spacious. Lots of TVs. Plush seating. Think I saw ppl with hookah. DJ and sound were good

We visited for a Pride party and had such a fun, memorable evening. We ended up getting a table and…read moretreated ourselves to the Moët & Chandon Champagne Ice Imperial Rosé--which was absolutely amazing. It was the perfect choice for a festive night: fruity, refreshing, and just the right amount of indulgent. The music was pretty good that night and kept the energy up without overpowering the vibe. Between the drinks, the atmosphere, and the celebration, we had a great time. Definitely a spot we'd return to for another night out with friends.

Love the rooftop !…read more Hate that they don't post when they close for private event like today Always call first I guess ... sucks right?

This is one of my favorite places! Whether you're staying overnight or just going to the rooftop,…read moreinside bar, or event area, The service here is wonderful. We have been for many different reasons, and each time Everyone is so nice to us. Every area and space in The Graham is so unique. Located in the middle of Georgetown, you can walk to many places and other spots of DC are just a short car ride away. Its a beautiful historic scenic spot with cobblestones, be careful in your heels.

You'll be doing 1, 2, 3,...5, 6, 7 all night!!! LOL!!…read more Every time I'm in DC I make it here on a Friday night. I come for some grub and HH drinks. For grub, I usually get the Lomo Saltado. So tasty...I usually share it b/c its too much for me. My drink of choice is always that $10 Caipirinha! After that the music that has started gets a little louder and I'm dancing in my seat until they take the chairs away. Then it's a full blown party. I've always had great service from the manager, the waitstaff, and bartenders. Definitely try this spot, you may see me!

Girls night out! I've been here before, but was like two other friends. We had to come back so we…read moredid. Came here for one of my cousin's birthday. We snack all night and danced the night away. We did have reservations just because of how big our group was. We had the top section bar area to ourselves to eat. The waiter was amazing. We felt very taken care of. The only bad thing is I ordered the tacos and they never came so, I don't know how good they are. The drinks and the food was delicious. We literally all shared our dishes, which is great because our bill was close to $200. I did not take pictures of everything. Music selection was great when we first got there it wasn't as busy as when we left.

Lveltú Social Club is a place where the vibes are immaculate and apparently the hostess has a PhD…read morein appreciating the male derrière. The girl? Absolutely pure. An angel. A saint. Practically walking around with a halo. The hostess, meanwhile? Let's just say she seems to have a very specific appreciation for man-butt. 10/10 for atmosphere, entertainment, and leaving me with questions I probably shouldn't ask out loud. Would I come back? Absolutely. I need to see how this story ends.

I had such a lovely time here with my friends! I ordered the Amalfi cocktail without alcohol, and I…read morekid you not, it was probably one of the best mocktails I've ever had. It tasted fresh and tropical with just the right amount of zing, without being overly sweet, syrupy, or artificial. Absolutely delicious! The lounge itself has a moody, sexy, and intimate atmosphere that I really enjoyed. Even the hookahs have a unique, fancy design, which I thought was a cute touch. What stood out most, aside from my drink, was how hospitable and personable the owner and staff were. We felt genuinely welcomed and had a grand old time!

I've been to 12 Stories a couple of times now, and I've generally had a great time. The atmosphere…read moreis dark and moody, and it's always been an enjoyable spot for a night out. My only complaint is how crowded it can get. During my most recent visit, the place was entirely too packed, which made the experience a little less enjoyable than my previous visits. I enjoy a lively atmosphere, but there's definitely a difference between a good crowd and an overcrowded space.

I thought I was too old for places like this, and I was certain I was going to be the oldest one in…read morethis place on a Sunday afternoon. But I was wrong! I wish I caught the name of who the DJ was, but that playlist was absolutely made for millennials and I was here for it. Entry was easy... You show your ID downstairs, and then you take the elevator up to the 12th floor. Even on the elevator, the music is blasting to get you ready for the party that is upstairs. It's a fairly spacious interior with a lot of VIP sections. The bar is big enough, though by the time we got there it was pretty crowded. Being a rooftop and being in the wharf, the drinks are easily more than $20. No, there were some Sunday specials that were $16, which is not bad for a place like this at all. I just drank water, which was conveniently located at both ends of the bar for self-service. The balcony outside was nice, though it was hot, so that water came handy, whew. Really nice views for sure! Maybe it was just that DJ, but I would come back. The food that I saw floating around looked really good too. I wonder how much it was?