Despite coming in for an already beer-filled Snallygaster weekend, I still felt compelled to try at…read moreleast one DC brewery. And fortunately, I found one that was perfectly right and proper! Before entering, Right and Proper had me won over with their outdoor mural paying homage to Duke Ellington and a who's who of local DC jazz heroes. Upon entering, I was even more blown away by their elaborate and wild indoor murals, especially the dog & cat bathroom art, and the EPIC animal battle centerpiece! Since I came towards the end of their night after the Brewers pizza party at Andy's Pizza, I wasn't particularly hungry. But I did make note of their cheese counter, where you could purchase offerings like Midnight Moon, Willoughby, and Morbier by the plate or to go by the pound. They also had a good selection of handhelds, appetizers, dinner, and brunch offerings. However, the best thing might be that, during the unpredictable government shutdown, they had the option to pay a meal or a beer forward to a neighbor in need. I also managed to enjoy their Brussel sprouts that delivered a pleasant umami bomb with its sweet Thai chili sauce and crushed peanuts. For beers, they had a right and proper mix that went beyond the IPA overload, while also having good ones like their Big Tomorrow west coast IPA. Their flights came at a reasonable price and allowed me to enjoy offerings like their Haxan robust porter, Senate Maerzen Marzen Oktoberfest style ale, and Super Carina Italian Pilsner. Factor in all of the above and a good selection of brewery games and table spaces, and they had everything I look for in a solid brewery!

​There's no denying that Right Proper is a cornerstone of the Shaw community. Whether you're…read moresitting inside by the mural or grabbing a spot near the windows, the atmosphere is always inviting and authentically DC. ​ ​The Food: We kept it simple this visit. I went with the Thai Chicken Wings and my friend had the Burger. Both were perfectly fine "pub grub"--solid options if you're hungry while grabbing a drink, even if they didn't necessarily steal the show. They're reliable, standard bites that pair well with their tap list. ​The Service: This is where Right Proper really shines. The staff is consistently friendly and welcoming, which is exactly what you want in a local haunt. You never feel rushed, and the service keeps the good vibes going. ​ ​While the food was a bit middle-of-the-road for us this time, the excellent service and neighborhood feel make it a place I'll keep coming back to. It's a great spot to catch up with friends, enjoy a unique house beer, and soak in the local energy.

I went to Franklins for a fundraiser event and it was an amazing experience. The last time I went…read morehere with my family was many years ago and it was just ok. Since then, this place was renovated and it's nicely decorated in every section and the bathrooms are clean. They've added an ice cream section with lots to choose from. The menu is very impressive with a good selection for vegetarian and gluten free options and everything looks delicious. The group I went with this time was from my church and everyone loved what they ordered. The owner of the restaurant stopped by our table and introduced himself. He was very friendly and so was the waitress and the host. I ordered a Ruben, and Moroccan lamb sliders to go. Both were delicious! Then we went to the ice cream shop, quite a treat. The following day I went back with my grandson and had more time to browse around. I ordered the beet salad with goat cheese and my grandson had the confit duck leg with lentils, carrots with citrus demi glaze. We both really enjoyed our dinner. The shop had some very unique items and some hilarious objects. There's even a section where they sell wine and beer. This is definitely an unusual and fun place to visit. I highly recommend.

Had the biggest onion rings of my life here, wow. And they were great too with the horseradish…read moresauce. These were more savory than sweet. Followed my friend's way of eating them and used a fork and knife haha. Ordered a chicken sandwich too and it was delicious. Ask for extra sauce cause I found it a little dry but overall tasted great. Our server was really nice and friendly too. After eating, we went downstairs for some ice cream and I got the super chonk flavor (malted vanilla ice cream, fudge, peanut butter, brownie pieces). It hit the spot, tasted like real premium ice cream. Glad to have checked this spot out. I liked the family friendly ambiance and can tell it's an important part of the community.

Awesome brewery off of 70. We headed up the road after pumpkin picking at Gaver Farm to here for…read moresome brews. Great selection on tap, they do flights, and the pumpkin ale was delicious. Plenty of outdoor seating and they had a food truck on site. Would love to come back in the spring!

Having heard a lot about this farmhouse brewery from my brother -in-law it was finally time to…read morecheck out what all the commotion was about. Expectations were high, after my sister's go to craft brewery closed down and her husband took to Stone Silo immediately, signing up to be a club member. The building itself did have a stone silo on property that opened up to fields. There was a rustic, farm type feel walking in the front door. Welcomed by stone and dark colored woods, the facility was quite large and clean with ample seating. A glance outside there were fire pits and chairs to sit set, along with an 'adult only' section if you don't like your craft with a crying 2 year old. I sampled a few beer including the IPA, which was a bit underwhelming, but expected since the West Coast is known for quality IPAs. I settled on the Japanese rice lager, 'Nojo with Yuzu.' What a mistake! Not something I could get behind and I like yuzu too. Just too tart for a lager and not what I was looking for in my light beer selection. Second round I tried their Czech style dark lager, Clever Crow. Not sure what about this was supposed to be lager, it really felt more porter-ish to me, did not drink light and just not what I was looking for in a dark lager. The grounds and staff were great, it was a fun place to hang with family, but maybe I just made two poor beer decisions. Expected a bit more from the taps but would be willing to go back and give Stone Silo a second chance, as I know my bro-in-law will want to go back since it's close to the house

Great food & drinks. Great service. We enjoyed it after the movie. Fun date or with the whole…read morefamily.

2/5-beers, not the best 4/5- pizza-tasty and the 2 slices…read moreand a beer, happy hour special is a a great deal. 3.5/5- lemonade, could have been a little more sweeter 5/5-server behind the bar was great and super attentive. It was an okay bar but not great beers so...

My wife and I were looking to try something new in Annapolis and came across Chessie's Wharf on…read moreYelp. When we arrived, it was pretty busy. All the outdoor seating was full, and inside there was only one table available. Most of the tables are larger, so we noticed some groups sharing space, which actually worked out fine. The restaurant has a great open-air feel even indoors thanks to the large garage-style door that opens up an entire wall. For drinks, my wife ordered iced tea and I had a Peach Mule. The mule was good, but next time I'd skip the rim garnish. They also have a big beer selection, and the prices seemed very reasonable. For food, we ordered the brisket burger (single patty with cheese, topped with shaved brisket, jalapeño slaw, raw onion, pickles, and sauce). They offer a deal where you can add a side and drink for $5, so we added onion rings and also ordered the Serpent Fries as an appetizer. The fries came out first and looked great and they did not disappoint. Fresh cut with bacon, pico, scallions, and a serpent sauce (seemed like a beer cheese). Really flavorful, I did ask for ranch, which was an extra $0.50. I understand charging for extras, but not everyone uses ketchup or mustard, so that felt a little unnecessary. The burger came out shortly after, and it was excellent. We split it, and it was packed with flavor. Honestly, adding bacon would make it even better a "Triple B" (Bacon, Brisket, Burger) would be perfect. The only letdown was the onion rings. The onions inside were very thin and overcooked, leaving them dried out with little flavor. Even without the over-frying, the onions themselves just didn't have much taste. Definitely something they could improve. Overall, it's a great spot for burgers and fries, and we'll definitely be back for that. We saw other dishes come out that looked good too, so there's more to try next time.

BLUF: RAR beer and bar eats like burgers and tots with minimal parking…read more What I love about Chessie's Wharf is that it plays on the local lore of Chessie the Sea Monster. Also, the decor is great and the tap line is long. Aside from RAR beers there are a few rotating handles with beer from "guest" breweries. But no need to venture out to guest brews, RAR has great selections. If you're not a beer drinker they also have spirits and seltzers. I'm not sure about wine but I suspect they have a few options. Foood selections are comforting and simple - mostly burgers, wings, fries, tots and salads. For slightly more special options they have a brisket burger, crab dip and a few other tantalizing selections. I'll gladly work my way through the whole menu. I love that they brand Chessie into the buns. So cute! Chessie's has bar seating and lots of community tables so introverts be aware. When the weather is nice they have a great patio. To relive the memories of this great neighborhood bar, they sell merch and canned beer.

Have been coming here for years. Great beer selection. Every…read moretime my husband and I go we always get great service when Jesse is around. Anytime we go and see he is working we know we will be well taken care of! Overall a great place and great vibes.

Great first visit here and we will definately be back Fun…read moreatmosphere, great service, good beer variety, nice menu mix. Indoor outdoor seating and stools at the bar. Comfy counches and chairs in addition to dining tables. Private parking lot Table service Bonus coffee bar too. What we tried: Food Southemn style fried green tomatoes, goat cheese, mustard remoulade, balsamic glaze, sarto bacon Honey Pizza - For those af us that are sweet & spicy. Peperroni, shaved parmesan & Mike's hot honey drizzled on top Drinks/Beer Golden Ginger Fizz - Pineapple juice, OJ, ginger beer, non-alcoholic bitters, splash of pomegranate juice, garnished with an orange Park Pass- Helas Lager- abv 59% 2021 GABF Siver Medal Winner! This traditional German-style lager is a crisp, clean brew that is carefuly balanced with Noble German hops. A delightful easy drinker Veer-Featured Flavors Hard Seltzer abv 5% Vibrissa Hard Seltzer with an addition of all- natural flavoring. Delicate, light & refreshing Naturaly Gluten-Free GEM -German Style Pilsner - abv 4.7% We lagered this one forever to achieve a crisp, refreshing, clear beer that transports us straight to the heart of Bavaria. German noble hops shine with a harmonious balance of flavors, from the smooth malt backbone Compass Hefewelzen - abt s % Classic German style wheat beer brewed with pilsner and wheat malts, Traditional german wheat beer yeast gives this ale a distinct flavor profile of fruit and spice. Scout-Gingerbread Milk Stout- abv 7.5% Our award-winning milk stout just got a festive makeover. We infused this seasonal release with gingerbread, bringing flavors of cinnamon, molasses, and nutmeg to the forefront. Rich chocolate malts, holiday spices, and lactose come together for a ful-bodied, semi-sweet stout that is perfect for any holiday occasion. *CONTAINS LACTOSE PRODUCT* Scout-Death by Chocolate Scout Chocolate Milk Stout- abv 7.5% We took our GABF award winning Sweet Stout and added a deathly amount of chocolate to the beer! A silky and smooth stout with an explosion of roasted chocolatey notes followed by and a sweet finish. Delicious, full bodied, and a perfect beer for any chocolate loveri *CONTAINS LACTOSE PRODUCT* *descriptions from menu My rating rationale +1 Service +1 Food~Taste/flavor/quality +1 Selection/Variety (Range of beer, wine, or spirit options and uniqueness of offerings) +1 Atmosphere/vibe +1 Value

Every time I return I find myself loving this place more and more. As an out of town visitor, it is…read moreabsolutely lovely to feel as if you have an easygoing place to grab a drink. Regardless of who is tending to us, we have never felt anything but welcome. Michael, Kylie and Danny go beyond what is expected of them and create a wonderful friendly atmosphere for guests to converse. The variety of events hosted by Starr Hill have me marking my calendars and excited for my next return!

Very nice brew pub with excellent beer (at least the ones I tried). Has samples of 3; Murphy's…read moreGold a crisp Lager; Jomo, a Viennna Lager, and Blackbird, which is a Dark IPA, sorta like a tart German dunkel. All three were very tasty, but I went down the middle with Jomo. For food, I had a Steak Sandwich, which was on a very nice roll, with potato salad, that was very well made. Not overly mayonnaised at all. Service was quick, although it was not really busy at the time. I do intend to return there when I get a chance, and will try more foods and beers.

Great bar and outdoor setting perfect for singles as well as families. On weekends there is even a…read moreband! Great selection of beers brewed on-site with the resident cat overseeing all production from his perch! Food is excellent and I especially enjoy the burgers and fries. Have bought a selection of beer for parties and my guests always comment on the quality of the beer!

Loveeeeeeeed Babycat! Cute story, cozy space, great food. The smash burger was delicious, fries…read morewere fine not amazing. I tried a non alcoholic beer that was very good. It was so nice to enjoy the food and drink outside! Love that the train goes right above.

Excellent vibes. Nicole is about the best bartender I've ever encountered…read more Had the Chesapeake pizza. Interesting run on crab pizza. Super good but rich. Finance had the French dip and she loved it.

We had been a few times after they opened and were frankly less than wowed. On a whim, we decided…read moreto try Notch 8 again. What a difference. First the craft beers were significantly improved and the partnership with Pepperjacks for food is inspired. While we didn't try the boozy shakes, we will definitely partake next time. Love the friendly staff and the wide roll up doors on a nice evening. It was hopping, but not crazy on a Thursday night.

This place is magic. The wine selection is tops. The…read morebartenders can make a mean martini And they have and I'm serious, the best shrimp taco in DC Enjoy!

We've walked past The Eastern multiple times without really noticing the entrance - we finally…read moreended up walking inside and had a phenomenal experience. Interior is cozy, nice warm colors with modern interior design - it was a full house when we fined in, but you could hear the person across from you just fine. Nice array of cocktails and a solid selection of wine. We had a pair of cocktails and a glass of wine each, nothing fell short. Food was in excellent serving sizes, well seasoned, cooked perfectly. We order a wide variety of the menu including the arancini, beet salad, and the lamb skewers. We'd happily eat all of it again. Overall a very satisfying experience, just down the street from us!