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    Grand Central

    3.1 (228 reviews)
    ModerateBars, American
    Closed 6:00 pm - 11:00 PM

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    GRAND CENTRAL ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Casual
    Very loud
    DJ
    Happy hour specials

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    Herb's B.

    Food was delicious. We got the nachos and the bacon chicken ranch loaded fries with two sides of the local IPA. My whiskers were off the roof. The bartender who served us was talkative and really friendly which made us extremely happy. We shared similar career paths and in my kitty world, that felt comforting. We got some IPA's and were pretty drunk. SHOUTOUT KEITH. he was so friendly! We felt safe the minute he welcomed us in. He recommended the bacon ranch loaded fries and man!!!!!! They were SO GOOD!!!! The vibe is super comfy and relaxing. If you want a good photo, def come for the photobooth. Please come and please say hi to Kieth :))

    GC Burger

    We waited an hour for our food. When we first sat and ordered drinks and food, there was no one there. We had plans at 8 and sat at 6:45. We were told "hey our chef stepped out but they will be back in 5 min" we said that's fine no problem! We are pretty chill and nice customers so we didn't care. After about 25 min we noticed someone else (who arrived after us) get their food and we were confused. So we went to ask but they didn't hear us and walked away. So at about 35 min after we ordered we finally grabbed a staff person and asked about our food... it never got put in... they said they would put it in now. We were frustrated but thought okay that's fine we can eat it fast and go. The lady who originally failed to put it in was nice and said she was sorry, which we appreciated. Then it took forever to get our food. We got it in take out containers at 7:55pm... we asked for a bag and utensils and they said they didn't have any... so how can we eat this??? Also when we went to checkout they didn't comp the bill at all... I'm not asking for free food and drinks, but at least a little bit off? For the food at least? We were severely inconvenienced, also couldn't even bring our food into our 8pm event plans. And it was an expensive tab! Not to mention we are in a government shutdown rn... I was ready to just let it all slide and go about our night until we finally opened our food (trying to eat it as fast as possible at 8:01 before going into our event) and then the burger looked like this... it almost looked microwaved and definitely not good or cooked thoroughly. No cheese and no dressing. We avoided eating it after a bite or two thinking we'd get sick. However, the garlic wings were really really good which is a shame. They were real chicken and super yummy and I would've been super happy with them, but the overall experience made me not wanna go back again for food.

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    Steve A.

    Grand Central is another bar. It has a few greasy food options. This is like many on 18th. It has the main bar below. There's a deck that overlooks the street. It functions best as a sports bar. It should be called Party Central. That name might be taken. It seems to be a good place for watching a game. This was what most people were doing the last time. It just is a lot less hectic since people are sitting around. There's the blast of TVs instead of club music. It seems about the same as price as other bars. They have a few simple food items. Most are fried. They have a few that aren't drowning in grease or oil. A couple soft pretzels are $8 and comes with cheese or mustard. These are a pretty big size. I like coming here to see a game. It's a popular place for the Capitols. They also get some to watch the United.

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    Betty D.

    This place has a bar and we got our drinks at a good time considering how busy it was. They had a Photo Booth which did cost money to use (less than $10) however the pictures came out beautifully and I have them saved for memory. They had a video recording system and we were able to record a short video and have them sent to our phone for memory. They had some arcade games in here which looked fun and neat. The place has a huge dance floor and is overall beautiful! It is located in Adams Morgan right next to literally everything (walking distance).

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    3 months ago

    good vibes , great food , beautiful bartenders ,strong drinks , there djs are always lit. I love there tacos And buffalo wing.

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    6 months ago

    The bartender Sebastian was sooo cool & the service was great! Loved the Photo Booth as well. #GrandCentralDC #buzzybooth

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    love it there jello shots are always great you just need a fun group #GrandCentralDC #buzzybooth

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    3 years ago

    Tasty food and great staff who pass the greatness to the drinks. Definitely a great spot to come and catch a game!

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    4 years ago

    Arielle is the best bartender ever! She was a great sport with our scavenger hunt! Love her!

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    3 years ago

    So much fun!! Brought a big group last night, we will definitely go back! We love grand central!! #GrandCentralDC #buzzybooth

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    4 years ago

    Great service fun atmosphere best all around! Worth the stop x 10! #GrandCentralDC #buzzybooth

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    3 years ago

    Great music, great food, and amazing staff. Manny was super nice and we absolutely loved his hospitality. #GrandCentralDC #buzzybooth

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    10 years ago

    Come here for the games or the drinks. Do not come here to eat. It's a decent bar in a great location - centrally located on 18th street.

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    I have a friend in town who's not 21; can she get in if the bouncer puts X's on her hands or something? Is there a bouncer at all? Thanks for the info.

    Late night there is a bouncer and they don't let anyone under 21 in.

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    Review Highlights - Grand Central

    Of all the places I've been to Grand Central is by far the Best Bar in Adams Morgan, hands down.

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    A trendy, NYC like vibe this spot was a lot smaller than I expected so I see why they often have a…read morewait. On a nice day, they do have a small outdoor patio as well. I think they take reservations but we were able to grab a bar spot. Are drinks pricey? What do you think? It's a cocktail bar in DC. The drinks we tried were pretty tasty, even the mezcal one which I thought was a refreshing take. The wall shows some of the drinks on the menu and the ingredients/glass it comes in which I thought was a nice touch. Bartenders were friendly but not too chatty as they were super busy but you never waited long for a drink. The bourbon drink with the whipped honey was our favorite but the gin drink that was pink was also fantastic. For food I did try the buffalo chicken dip, pretty large and tasty (not too spicy) and loved the super crisp celery and the fritos. Clean, trendy bathrooms, nice vibes throughout the whole spot for pictures, great for a night cap or pre-dinner drink.

    What a fun cocktail bar. My friend and I popped in for happy hour and it was a cool vibe from the…read morestart. I encourage you to get there early if you plan to go after work. They don't take revelations and the place fills up fast. It's a very cute spot and feels so comfortable and fun. Our bartender was Gaylan and he was great--had great reccs, laughed with us a bit, all around great guy. The 'let me just say this' was so soo good! It tasted like a rainbow--just bright and with a really delicious after taste. I should have stopped at the rose but after my trying my friend's, i had to have one! We initially came for happy hour, but moved to the cocktail menu. The hh was a bit limited, but the drinks were priced overall pretty reasonably for the area. My one complaint is the wine glasses were so teeny. Overall though, I would recommend this bar. Bonus: cheese balls when you sit down! I believe there is also a limited food menu (think nachos) for the after work or late night crowd.

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    4.7(49 reviews)
    0.7 miDupont Circle
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    One of the best new spots I've tried this year. On weekends, a reservation will be a must, as they…read moreare small and get packed, but for good reason. It's a sexy basement vinyl den with additional outdoor seating, 10/10 unique cocktails, and incredible Japanese inspired small plates. Between two visits, we have tried 6 different drinks. They are named after songs and listed on the back of a fake vinyl cover. Each costs around $20, but with the mandatory tip and tax, it comes to around $26-28 per drink. The since I left you, though, is worth every penny. It is similar to an old fashioned but a little sweeter, with bourbon (makers mark), and while the menu says it also has miso, blackberry, cardamom, and cacao, I wouldn't say those flavors come through. But it is one of the best cocktails being served in DC right now. It is so good. They serve it with a cardamom tuile that is delicious as well. There is a lot of variety on here, but my number 2 is the Roses, a bright red gin based drink with a hint of fruitiness and a spicy kick in the back end. If you want something a little sweeter, the Takeover is a cognac based drink with coffee notes served with a mini donut. The food is exceptionally well seasoned and so flavorful. The fried chicken cannot be missed, and I love that you can get it in half or full size portions. The shrimp tempura might be even better. You get four large pieces that are super crisp and have a little orange sauce on them. Amazing. Our second visit we tried their chips and dip, and these potato chips alone are worth a visit. Large, crunchy, and served with a tasty ranch dip. I think 2 dishes is good for two people to fill you up, but add a third if hungry. The place is quite expensive, but they are worth it. For a date night, they are a great choice. Four drinks and three dishes shared between two people came to around $195, but as of this review, they are offering a $30 off deal if you pay through the app In Kind. Bonus points because the first time we came, they seated us maybe 5 minutes after our reservation time, and they gave us a free glass of cava. Top notch customer service right there

    TL;DR Drinks are unique and tasty, atmosphere is groovy, and prices are high. Would recommend a…read morevisit for a treat or celebration! This bar is sweet -- awesome music, a neat menu, truly craft cocktails, and a unique menu. We tried several cocktails and each was delicious - from spicy to sweet, they don't miss. We also tried the cheese burger egg rolls and the tuna hand roll. The food is expensive for what you get but it's advertised to be small bites, not a meal. The egg rolls felt like remixed in n out, and as a Californian, I was grateful. Why not 5 stars? With the premium pricetag, I do expect premium service. The bartender was more interested in chatting with some folks he knew who came to sit at the bar. He also spent a lot of time chatting up the couple next to us, so do sit at the bar if you're feeling social. However, for the spare attention he did provide us, he was a bit condescending when we asked for a different glass for a drink that came in a bowl. It was slow until the very end of our stay and yet there were several times where I had an empty glass for a long period (and wanted to order more) or needed water. FYI for 6 drinks and a few bar bites it was $165... we went for a cheap burger dinner afterwards!

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    4.2(452 reviews)
    1.5 miDowntown
    $$$

    Attentive service, superlative cocktails, with pub grub to match. We were there for lunch and two…read moreappetizers were plenty. Note this venue is in the basement of the Hays-Adams hotel. Due to its proximity to the White House and VIP guests it is often under guard, and the external staircase directly down to the bar is closed. Simply enter the main entrance to the hotel and ask the doorman to direct you to the interior stairwell down.

    This is a really fun, iconic basement speakeasy spot located right underneath a hotel, just steps…read moreaway from the White House. The food and drink here are both excellent and absolutely worth coming for. They serve up great, high-quality cocktails, and I also ordered the cheeseburger, which was really juicy and beautifully cooked. The space itself is famous for having political caricature artwork all over the restaurant, and they even give you fun caricature coasters that you can take home with you as a souvenir. Because it's a popular underground spot, it can definitely get incredibly busy and cramped in there. I've been multiple times, and almost every single time it is tough to find a spot to sit. However, I did come once during an off-peak time, right in the middle of the week around 1:00 PM for lunch--and it wasn't to busy, so we were easily able to just sit right at the bar.  I would definitely recommend checking this place out! While the tight crowds can make it a bit tough on a busy week day or weekend night, it is completely worth experiencing at least once for the great drinks, good food, and unique atmosphere.

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    Making of Smoking Mirrors cocktail

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    Short rib grilled cheese (split portion)

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