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Since we were staying at Hotel Hive already, we decided to check out the bars. There's one in the lobby and rooftop, which was cool. While the rooftop doesn't have much of a view, it was still nice to enjoy on a nice day. The drinks came in a metal cup though, which was tiny and almost too cold to drink out off. The bar downstairs had a slightly differently menu, which had some more variety. Plus, the drinks were served in actual glassware. I enjoyed both the Old Fashioned ($12) and Spicy Mango Margarita ($11). We also ordered the Maverick Pizza from &pizza. Overall everything was pretty solid and glad we conveniently had this in our hotel. If we weren't staying here, we wouldn't go out of the way to come though.
Found this place on a random search and decided to check it out because it was super close to an event we were venturing to and I saw they sold &Pizza. Who doesn't love &Pizza?! Walked into this cute hotel bar and sat at the bar we were greeted and ordered some drinks. I loved this place! The only downside is they don't have a full bar so drinks are limited to pretty much what you see on the menu I shared. el Jimador isn't my tequila of preference but blanco is typically a little too harsh for me. I had my tequila served neat because this place was too classy for shots lol. Very cool and chill vibe. For this to be &Pizza and it to be relativley empty it did take longer than expected for our pies to come. However, once arrived they were everything I could hope for. I got the Maverick (my go to as a creature of habit) and Bae got the Chicken Bacon Ranch (I stole a piece of his like any good girlfriend would). Both were good, but I am not a fan of onions on pizza so i picked them off :).
I liked this bar - it's a relaxing ambience and there's a fireplace too, which is nice if you're able to sit close to it on cold days and nights. Yes, there's also a rooftop but it's closed during the winter season. There's also a back patio space by &pizza with heating lamps (although this may not exactly be a part of the bar). But being inside was good - easy to get the attention of the bartender, and good liquors (Don Ciccio is even offered here). And their happy hour is a steal - cutting most regular drink prices by half. The drinks are only as good as the bartenders though and I've had a bartender that wasn't very good at mixing the drinks (one drink came out too sour and another came out too sweet). Despite this, my bartender was patient and friendly - and I'm sure if I had pointed this out, he would have remade the drink. For the last reason, I'd suggest this place only for those who are frequently in the neighborhood so they know who and what bartenders to order from. There's limited &pizza options (curated) in the bar menu but you're allowed to order from &pizza directly as well if you're wanting different options.
Nice rooftop bar with views of the surrounding streets. When we went, it wasn't too busy so we had no trouble finding a table. It felt like a peaceful escape from the busyness of the city below. The hotel interior is cute and we had no trouble at all finding our way up to the roof. I just wish the drink selection up top had been more extensive--we were expecting a bit more variety on the beer list, but I guess that was just for the main bar in the lobby.
Found this gem within the Hive Bar, &pizza is nestled in a very hip part near GWU. This is one of the few times I've seen pizza in this style. Very shareable and love to the American Honey's sweet and savory pairing. The Maverick's basil adds a nice touch to the rest of the pizza. Overall very delicious and quick service.
Rooftop bar at the Hive Hotel with plenty of seating on a cool Saturday night. Was able to secure one of the tables with the fire-pit center for the two of us. Bar is located near the center where they serve drinks and some food from the pizza place downstairs. Decided on a draft beer ($8) and split the Simple Pie Pizza ($11). Draft beer is handed over quickly, had ordered the IPA but was given a Hefeweizen which was pretty good. Food took half an hour to get upstairs, resulting in a slightly-warm pizza. Overall basic pizza with cheese and sauce, could have used some chili flakes for a kick. Views here are not bad depending on where you sit. Fine enough spot to relax for the night if not crowded.
A bar that also has &pizza? Genius. First off, these drinks were really well made and unique tasting. You would think they would charge an arm and a leg, but no; super affordable drinks at about $10. I've gotten used to the bars in D.C. charging $15 and higher and I'm quite frankly sick of it. The bartenders that night were charming in a really dorky way. Super fun vibe! If you're in D.C. looking for some pizza and drinks then why not combine the two at the Hive.
On a warm day after work, a colleague and I when to the rooftop for a couple drinks. The bartender was nice and professional. They had just switched over to happy hour but the pricing buttons weren't working...so we were told that if we ordered a happy hour drink, it would be regular priced. (I was confused why he couldn't give me the drink and ring it up when the pricing button was fixed.) But luckily, once he poured the drinks and tried again, it worked. Overall, the experience at Hive Bar was great! The view from the rooftop--the rooftop space is wonderful on a gorgeously warm day! One warning though, the elevator to get to the rooftop is VERY small. Max of 4 people. Being a part of a hotel, you may wait some amount of time to catch the elevator. read more
3 months ago
Pretty sweet rooftop bar space. While the weather didn't cooperate with me during this trip - sure it would be a hit in warmer/drier conditions so that the plastic didn't have to be out and we didn't have to huddle under the smallish roof footprint. Wish I could see some of the mall/DC attractions from this vantage point - but cool nonetheless! read more
Since we were staying at Hotel Hive already, we decided to check out the bars. There's one in the lobby and rooftop, which was cool. While the rooftop doesn't have much of a view, it was still nice to enjoy on a nice day. The drinks came in a metal cup though, which was tiny and almost too cold to drink out off. The bar downstairs had a slightly differently menu, which had some more variety. Plus, the drinks were served in actual glassware. I enjoyed both the Old Fashioned ($12) and Spicy Mango Margarita ($11). We also ordered the Maverick Pizza from &pizza. Overall everything was pretty solid and glad we conveniently had this in our hotel. If we weren't staying here, we wouldn't go out of the way to come though. read more
7 months ago
Found this place on a random search and decided to check it out because it was super close to an event we were venturing to and I saw they sold &Pizza. Who doesn't love &Pizza?! Walked into this cute hotel bar and sat at the bar we were greeted and ordered some drinks. I loved this place! The only downside is they don't have a full bar so drinks are limited to pretty much what you see on the menu I shared. el Jimador isn't my tequila of preference but blanco is typically a little too harsh for me. I had my tequila served neat because this place was too classy for shots lol. Very cool and chill vibe. For this to be &Pizza and it to be relativley empty it did take longer than expected for our pies to come. However, once arrived they were everything I could hope for. I got the Maverick (my go to as a creature of habit) and Bae got the Chicken Bacon Ranch (I stole a piece of his like any good girlfriend would). Both were good, but I am not a fan of onions on pizza so i picked them off :). read more
2 years ago
I liked this bar - it's a relaxing ambience and there's a fireplace too, which is nice if you're able to sit close to it on cold days and nights. Yes, there's also a rooftop but it's closed during the winter season. There's also a back patio space by &pizza with heating lamps (although this may not exactly be a part of the bar). But being inside was good - easy to get the attention of the bartender, and good liquors (Don Ciccio is even offered here). And their happy hour is a steal - cutting most regular drink prices by half. The drinks are only as good as the bartenders though and I've had a bartender that wasn't very good at mixing the drinks (one drink came out too sour and another came out too sweet). Despite this, my bartender was patient and friendly - and I'm sure if I had pointed this out, he would have remade the drink. For the last reason, I'd suggest this place only for those who are frequently in the neighborhood so they know who and what bartenders to order from. There's limited &pizza options (curated) in the bar menu but you're allowed to order from &pizza directly as well if you're wanting different options. read more
Nice rooftop bar with views of the surrounding streets. When we went, it wasn't too busy so we had no trouble finding a table. It felt like a peaceful escape from the busyness of the city below. The hotel interior is cute and we had no trouble at all finding our way up to the roof. I just wish the drink selection up top had been more extensive--we were expecting a bit more variety on the beer list, but I guess that was just for the main bar in the lobby. read more
1 year ago
1 year ago
Found this gem within the Hive Bar, &pizza is nestled in a very hip part near GWU. This is one of the few times I've seen pizza in this style. Very shareable and love to the American Honey's sweet and savory pairing. The Maverick's basil adds a nice touch to the rest of the pizza. Overall very delicious and quick service. read more
2 years ago
2 years ago
Rooftop bar at the Hive Hotel with plenty of seating on a cool Saturday night. Was able to secure one of the tables with the fire-pit center for the two of us. Bar is located near the center where they serve drinks and some food from the pizza place downstairs. Decided on a draft beer ($8) and split the Simple Pie Pizza ($11). Draft beer is handed over quickly, had ordered the IPA but was given a Hefeweizen which was pretty good. Food took half an hour to get upstairs, resulting in a slightly-warm pizza. Overall basic pizza with cheese and sauce, could have used some chili flakes for a kick. Views here are not bad depending on where you sit. Fine enough spot to relax for the night if not crowded. read more
A bar that also has &pizza? Genius. First off, these drinks were really well made and unique tasting. You would think they would charge an arm and a leg, but no; super affordable drinks at about $10. I've gotten used to the bars in D.C. charging $15 and higher and I'm quite frankly sick of it. The bartenders that night were charming in a really dorky way. Super fun vibe! If you're in D.C. looking for some pizza and drinks then why not combine the two at the Hive. read more
2 years ago
Updating my review to say I was here for my birthday last month with a few friends and the staff was super sweet and made me feel really appreciated! They didn't have actual candles, but I laughed as they brought out the dessert Lori Lane pizza with the restaurant table candles and let me blow those out. Also, the rooftop is amazing. While they don't allow food up there, it's such a chill environment with plenty of space. Great for hanging out with one or even 20 friends. Hope it stays open for as long as the weather stays warm! read more
7 years ago
Try the barrel aged margarita. Smokey and delicious. A twist on a margarita that's not common. Loved our Lady bartender, she knows her spirits and was awesome. I didn't catch her name. But go to the Hive Hotel when in DC. read more
Our group hung out on the roof top bar last night. We enjoyed the cool summer evening breeze, and the amazing setting. Just a great location, with the Lincoln memorial in one direction, the White House in another, and turn your head to the right and there is the Watergate Hotel. Reagan airport is less than a 10 minute drive. We sipped on Proseco, and enjoyed the night. The over head lighting is adjustable to the full color spectrum, allowing management to tweak the mood. Subtle architectural lines makes this space feel up to the minute. read more
2 years ago
No way, frosé!! I've never had a frosé before so I was really confused when I heard the term. At first I thought it was probably just another overpriced drink trend because millennials will buy anything that looks pretty (coming from a millennial LOL), so I was fairly skeptical. My boyfriend and I got a frosé and frozen margarita to share. I wasn't expecting the margarita to be super great since I'm used to the margs in Texas, but it was SO good. I felt like I was back at home again-- all I was missing were the chips and queso! The frosé also exceeded my expectations! A perfect contrast to the marg (which was tangy with a slight punch) as it was smooth and sweet. You'll want more than one! The rooftop itself is gorgeous. The weather was perfect when we went and it wasn't crowded. It's well decorated and has a nice view of the surrounding area. The rooftop has a limited food menu and you can only get the frozen drinks here (not downstairs at the bar). Aside from those, they also have some cocktails on the menu and I recommend the P.A.H.O punch. This was a great place to relax at after a long day of walking around. Happy National Rosé Day! read more
3 years ago
10/10 every time I go to DC I stay at the Hive. I am sure the bar and the pizza there is great for anyone that's local. But for me this is a great little getaway and one of my favorite spots in the city. The staff is super friendly, and they are always willing to help you out as long as you smile and you're nice. Also, don't forget to tip your bartenders. I love the hive and I continue to go there every time and I'm in DC. read more
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This is a nice place to hangout with your friends and eat a good pizza! They also have a rooftop bar which is perfect for warm weather. Unfortunately we got there when the breeze is freezing. But to be fair they have heater vents installed to keep people kinda warm. So I sugest you move closer to the middle area of the bar so its farther from where the breeze are coming. The pizza we ordered is so good. For a starving person like me $11 pizza is a good deal! Me and my husband ordered their pepperoni & gnarlic pizza. Both of us got half of each and we got full. The view is nice from the top too. The staff are approachable too. Btw we waited for almost 10mins to get our gnarlic pizza but the pepperoni we got it in a snap. Haha read more
Pizza & drinks get all the fanfare here, but this is an homage to their simple, yet eclectic breakfast offerings. For a little splurge I copped a latte & kolaches ($5ish) The coffee drinks here are no frills--no flavors, just the simple good stuff. Drinks are served from the bar, but the bfast items are over at the & pizza side. Kolaches are"baked with by Republic Kolache." Awwww! Anywho. They look like round, browned potato dinner rolls with mysteries inside. Well all of them except the strawberry, which comes with the topping precisely on Top of the bun, and has rounded edges and exposed sides. The bun itself taste almost exactly like a toasted Hawaiian roll. Which is why, for me, I preferred the savory option I purchased: chorizo, Bc it provided a balance of sweet/savory. TBH the inside of the chorizo was a literal mashup of sausage, soft scrambled eggs & cheese. Nice flavoring, limited filling. The strawberry was more like a jam than a glaze, so don't think 'donut.' & it had a hint of cream cheese somewhere inside but it was such a tease. It was a nice treat. I suggest you stick to savory kolaches. The saag might be cool to try next: it has Indian spices and veggies. read more
9 years ago
Loved the look and feel of this place. We came here for a drink after a show at the Kennedy Center. It was nice to relax and the bartender brought our drinks to us. We also ordered &pizza which they also bring to you! Great service! Enjoyed the Black+White Russian and the Spiced Old fashioned. Would like to try the rooftop next time if the weather was better. read more
3 years ago
Buzzed in here to meet a friend for happy hour and pretty much stayed until close, haha. Oops. Drinks were well made. Happy hour margarita was yummy. Cucumber vodka soda was a lil too sweet for my liking, so I went back to margs. Distillers are local. Service was fine. And when it got to be 9pm and we realized we hadn't eaten any dinner yet, there is a pizza place conveniently located adjacent. The pizza was delicious and customizable and cheesy and spicy and hot and made to order and everything we wanted post-drinks. The biggest bummer was that they closed the rooftop bar because of possible storms on the radar that never came to fruition. Oh well. Next time. read more
4 years ago
This place is a bit confusing. It's located in the Hive Hotel, and adjacent to the hotel/bar is &pizza. All I wanted was to eat pizza and drink frose on the rooftop. That combination is a no-go. You cannot bring drinks to &pizza, but you can bring the pizza to the first floor bar, but only if you plan on ordering a drink. Alternatively, you can get a table at the first floor bar and order &pizza and drinks from there. The rooftop bar however, is pretty much a separate entity. You cannot bring drinks from the first floor OR pizza up to the rooftop. The rooftop bar serves the frose and another frozen drink (margarita?) and maybe other drinks. Caveat: you can't order frose on the first floor bar. This was incredibly confusing and a bit annoying to learn. They're also pretty serious about checking IDs, which in general is a good thing, except that they took a long time to check my friend's Colorado ID. Apparently there's a book of what ID's look like in each state because they had to consult that book. read more
9 years ago
Enjoyed my first visit here! I had this place bookmarked for awhile so glad I got to check it out. On a Thursday evening, it wasn't super packed at all. Service was great - very friendly bartenders. Had a few cocktails and I found them to be reasonably priced for D.C. and being in a college town (GW campus), I don't anticipate they will be much higher. I love the concept being adjoined with &pizza - can't go wrong there! I will certainly be back here. read more
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Are folks under 21 allowed (with adult) if they're eating &pizza?
Downstairs for sure. I think so for the upstairs.
Hi, I was wondering if your rooftop bar had any fire pits or heaters where we could sit by while we have drinks and eat?
Hey there Hugo, At the moment we do not have any fire pits or heaters for that location.…
Does this place have vegan food options?
Hey Bethel, we definitely have vegan food options! Our traditional and ancient grain doughs, as well as our classic and spicy tomato sauces are all vegan. We carry vegan mozzarella, and more than 20 vegan toppings. For a full list of our vegan…
Do you have to be 21 to get in? A friend of mine wants to come and have pizza but has no intention of drinking.
After 4pm, you must be 21+ to drink or dine at the bar and/or rooftop. Please note that we have a heated courtyard open to all ages to enjoy our pizza. Guests are permitted to order a drink from the bar and bring it to the courtyard if they wish.
Is there a regular happy hour?
Hey Greg--at this time we don't offer happy hour specials, but think you'll be pretty into our all-day prices on wine, local beers and craft cocktails developed in collaboration with local distillers. You can find the full menu at:…
What's the Parking situation like?
Hey Bryan--there is some street parking available, but Hotel Hive has partnered up with Parking Panda on a variety of garages and lots. More info is available at hotelhive.com/info.
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