After brunch on a Sunday, we made our way to Lucha Rosa for a few drinks, and it was the perfect way to spend a lazy afternoon. We arrived around 2:45 p.m., so it was nice and quiet with plenty of seating. By the time we left around 4:45, the crowd had definitely started rolling in, so if you're looking for a more relaxed vibe, earlier is the move. Since we'd just eaten, we kept it simple with a few rounds of cocktails and an order of chips and guacamole. The guac was fresh, flavorful, and absolutely delicious. It tasted like it had just been made, and the chips were the perfect vehicle for it. Now let's talk about these drinks! First, I ordered an espresso martini, and shout out to Lucha Rosa for already making it with tequila because that's exactly how I like mine. No special requests needed! I also tried the Lucha Rosa Margarita, and whew...it was SO bomb. It was as pretty as it was delicious, which is always a win. The service was great from start to finish. There wasn't a hostess at the stand when we walked in, so we grabbed seats at the bar. She greeted us shortly after, and our bartender was friendly, attentive, and happy to answer our questions about the cocktail menu. His recommendations did not disappoint. Pricing felt comparable to other rooftop bars in the area, maybe just a touch higher, but nothing unexpected for the location and atmosphere. Speaking of atmosphere...the rooftop is gorgeous. The indoor and outdoor spaces are both beautifully designed. It was blazing hot and sunny during our visit, so we happily stayed inside enjoying the air conditioning, but I'd love to come back on a cooler evening to enjoy the outdoor space. Lucha Rosa is definitely worth adding to your happy hour or rooftop rotation. Great cocktails, fresh guac, friendly service, and a beautiful space? That's a solid combo. read more

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This option at is really pretty and is perfect for sunny days to grab a cocktail and some food. Their cocktails are really good and are presented nicely. I got the Lucha Rosa signature drink and then a Paloma. Both were great, they were strong but the taste of alcohol wasn't unbearable at all. That's the mix I like. The service is good too with the bartenders attending to you pretty regularly. Their food isn't impressive at all though so I'd recommend eating elsewhere after ge a drink in the sun here. We got beef and chicken tacos which weren't great but filled us up since we were starving. read more

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My friend celebrated her birthday here and we were on the rooftop of the Moxy hotel. The view is amazing! There was a DJ and live music and he did shout out which was great. The decor was cute. I didn't know that it was small bites so two tacos per order. I wish they had a few more items maybe a little bit of rice maybe some plantains.. The chips and dips was pretty good. It was a little pricey for what we ordered, but I understand the location and the rooftop. read more

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I went to Karaoke at the Moxy Hotel and came upstairs for some food. The decor is beautiful, the bartenders are friendly and the tacos were good! What I will say, cocktails are a little up there in price which is why I decided on Prosecco, but that's typical in DC so do with that what you will. Overall I had a good experience here and if I revisit the Moxy Hotel I would go back. read more

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Lucha Rosa was ok. Tacos were bland and drinks were mid. Rooftop was a vibe and good music. Service was good. read more

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Lucha Rosa was absolutely incredible from start to finish! First off, you come through the Moxy hotel bar. Some of us got carded before heading to the rooftop. They gave us the two-hour heads up, which was totally fair. The outside seating area was closed off because of the weather, but honestly it didn't even rain. That didn't kill the vibe AT ALL though! We started with 4 orders of chips and guac and omg the guac had this perfect little spicy kick to it, chef's kiss! Everyone ordered something different and the carne asada was a total crowd favorite. My sister got the barbacoa tacos and was obsessed. We also got the elote with chips (didn't snap a pic but I'm STILL thinking about it). And there's this salad with strawberries and chicken that I was NOT expecting it to be that good. Now let's talk about the PALETA SHOTS - you HAVE to try these!! We kept ordering round after round. Also had some Espolón Blanco. For dessert we went all in with churros and tres leches cake and I have zero regrets. The DJ was killing it all night, playing r&b and taking requests! They even gave my cousin a birthday shoutout which made her whole night. The staff was on point, the energy was unmatched, and honestly I can't wait to come back. If you're looking for a fun spot with amazing food and good vibes, THIS IS IT! Highly recommend. read more

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What an...interesting experience. This bar sits on top of the Moxy Hotel, which is a sleek, modern spot in downtown DC. Unfortunately, getting to the rooftop was one of the most frustrating parts of the night. Access is only through the lobby, and the security team handling crowd control was completely disorganized. We were constantly being redirected with conflicting instructions: told to line up around the bar, then yelled at to move to the wall, then called to the elevator, then scolded for approaching it. It felt chaotic and unnecessarily hostile, like we were being managed instead of welcomed. To make things worse, IDs were checked multiple times (3-4 times per person) because there was no clear or centralized process. We were attending a birthday party that the venue itself had advertised on Instagram with ~75 guests expected at 9pm. When we arrived, we were told the rooftop was "closed" until 10. After waiting an hour in the lobby bar and dealing with the confusion above we finally got upstairs...only to find it already packed with people who had clearly been there for hours. The "reserved section" for our group was extremely underwhelming: a small space directly in front of a very loud DJ booth and a cold back corner where the heat lamps didn't work (and staff said there was nothing they could do). Service was just okay...no one was particularly friendly, but orders were eventually filled. The bar was oddly limited (only one beer option: Michelob Ultra), and some bartenders seemed unsure about basic drink requests (like a vodka soda with pineapple). The biggest issue came when we asked for the birthday cake we had given to staff earlier for storage. No one knew where it was. It took over 30 minutes and multiple staff members to locate it, and when we finally left for the night, the cake box was damaged beyond use with no remorse. Overall, this is much more of a crowded, club-style rooftop than a place for a planned event, dinner, or even conversation. The view is nice, but the experience didn't match the hype. If you go, expect a party vibe and minimal service and be prepared to navigate some very confusing (and inconsistent) security direction. read more

10 out of 10 Excellent combination of location, ambience, food, drinks & staff! Host Aldon and bartender Jonathan took amazing care of us. Everything was fresh & delicious! Definitely recommend a reservation and we'll absolutely be back! read more

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Food ( chicken tacos) and drinks (espresso martini & margarita) were good but I was charged $100 to open a tab...and of course they charged my tab on top of the $100 so it took a couple of days to get that back read more

Come for the drinks, stay for the vibes. I was visiting from out of town and hear this rooftop bar was a good spot to check out and I was not disappointed. The views were perfect and the service was just as good. Good spot for groups or a celebration with friends! read more

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A WHOLE VIBE!!! The tacos and guac are soooo good!! Do not be fooled by the appearance of the pork belly tacos. They are amazing! Not sure if I care for the drinks.. my espresso martini tasted like espresso, no martini. but the vibe of this place is so good!! Also, it's a plus that moxy is right below and that's an even better vibe!! However, the food and drinks are too expensive. Gratuity already included. DJ doesn't appear until 9pm... the price tag makes it hard to enjoy but otherwise.. enjoy! lol read more

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I stayed at Moxy hotel and did not feel like leaving so decided to try Lucha Rosa Rooftop Bar. I went down to the lower level and was lucky because they were only 3 people in line to Get on the elevator to go to the rooftop. After exiting the elevator I had to wait in line while the party ahead of me was being seated. But that was fine because it gave me a chance to Take in the ambiance of Lucha Rosa. The decor is super cute and great for taking photos. There was no available outside seating so I was seated inside. I sat for at least 10 minutes before the very abrupt and kinda rude guy came over and asked if someone helped me. I said no. I was handed a menu and was expected to place my order right away. I was asked for a card to start the order. The guy walked away after I gave him my card and drink order. He came back after another 10 minute wait with my card and drink. I placed an order chicken tinga tacos ( 4/10), guac and chips (7/10), and blanco queso (8/10). No one came back to assist me. I had to get up and ask the hostess for my Check so that I could close out. The music was really good. Disappointing the service was horrible ! I had high hopes for this location. read more

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I've been to Lucha Rosa twice . I recently went to a birthday party on a Thursday night and was completely blown away! This Mexican inspired rooftop cocktail bar in downtown DC had everything: fresh ceviches, tacos, margaritas, and incredible skyline views. The atmosphere was lively, the DJ kept the energy just right, and the vibes were unmatched. And yes, ladies, there were plenty of men too! read more

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I don't understand the hype, although I have to say, I went on a Monday evening...the menu is very limited, especially the food menu. I ordered a espresso martini and it was really good. They do have a nice roof top with nice views, you can see the Washington Monument from there. Prices are not outrageous but definitely on the higher end. read more

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Recently visited this rooftop bar during my stay at the Moxy in DC. Although my stay at the hotel was a nightmare, visiting this restaurant/bar was probably the best part of being there. The restaurant is on the rooftop. You cannot reach it without being granted access by the person at the desk on the lobby level near the elevator. This is a huge inconvenience to hotel guest who want to go, as you are forced to go to the lobby first before you can get to the rooftop. The restaurant itself is gorgeous. Flowers sit on the ceiling, nice round booth chairs, and great views of the city. During my first visit earlier in the day, we ate guac, chicken + shrimp tacos, & tres leches. The tacos were just okay. The chicken was better than the shrimp and the guac was cool but had no real flavor. The tres leches was the star of the show. It was some of the best I've had. I also had a mocktail which tasted as straight up pineapple juice with some foam on top. Our server was an absolute sweetheart, but could use some training on the register. We asked for our bill to be split evenly between two cards. Also advised him if this was an issue to just put on one card. He said he could do the split but ended up splitting and STILL putting the entire bill on one card lol we ended up going back later that evening, as they have a DJ that comes a few nights of the week. We had a BALL that night! The dj bought us a round of shots and I also had a mango lemon drop that was so tasty. I would for sure go back to vibe to the dj and drinks, as well as dessert but not so much for food. read more

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Food was okay. Nothing to write home about but no complaints. Perfectly acceptable for bar food. Very expensive. Good service, kind staff. Fun location, fun ambiance. Definitely more of a loud/club type ambiance when we went than a conversational or laidback bar. Drinks were pretty good, but again, very expensive. We weren't told until after we ordered, received our drinks, drank them, and were getting the check to leave that they said they "only had Grey Goose" and so each of our drinks were around $10 more than advertised on the menu. We didn't ask for or consent to this so it felt very deceptive and turned us off. read more

Decent vibe. I came on an evening without DJ. Decent food. No happy hour, automatic gratuity added on any tab. Parking garages nearby. read more

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The service was quite horrid. We tried to order countless times and no server available. It took 30 minutes to get waters. The tortillas on our tacos were cold and the server never informed us that the plates were scolding hold and burned my friend's arm. read more

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Such a nice place for chill vibes on the weekend. I went for a day party hosted by Afrocode and the location could not have been a better introduction to the summer season. There were 3 bar tenders willing and able to serve the entire evening. Our favorite was their namesake drink, The Lucha Rosa which my friend and I had 6 between us; shows how good it was. Not too spicy and just the right level of sweetness offering the perfect balance. The churros were soft, flakey, and sugary on their own that we did not even use much of the chocolate sauce that it came with. We also tried the limonada de guava and vaquero which was really good. Will definitely be returning. read more

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Food wasn't good. Server was interesting. Nonchalant & "cool" with shades on. I wasn't moved. Not that attentive. Great view though. Music was solid. I've been for R&B nights, I was there for dinner during the food portion. R&B nights separately. They should definitely do crowd control up top on evenings. read more

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I've come here a few times, and I really like the vibes of the rooftop! Some nights they have a live dj and they set the ambiance to be really nice. They have great drinks and great service! Their guacamole is really yummy, too. Overall, I give this place a solid 8/10. The food could be better. read more

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A nice day calls for a nice rooftop bar and my partner in crime always has a spot to frequent! Drinks were amazing! No happy hour menu but the view is stunning! The bartender was cool! They do have a check in award so we munched on free guacamole! I'm Latina so I was in Heaven! My Beau did not think it was great, to be fair it was good just not anything to write home about, especially my mama. She might agree with him. Overall good service, good view, pretty patrons, and good pours; it's definitely a place to be! read more

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Cute place, but they don't do happy hour anymore. Enough said. This is DC. Bring back happy hour.

Enjoyed a cute dinner here the other night. The rooftop is really nice with amazing views. Great vibes with really good music. Our server, Lili, was very attentive and nice. She provided good recommendations and was accommodating with any requests we had. I got the the golden eagle to drink. It was very good! I love mezcal and the drink was refreshing with nice flavor. For dinner, I got the pork belly tacos. The pork belly was very flavorful and juicy! My only critique is unfortunately they were quite small. Also wish chips and salsa weren't so expensive. $13 for chips and salsa seemed steep so we passed on them. Overall, we had a nice visit and would definitely return. The view and drinks alone are worth another visit! read more

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I always have the best time at Lucha Rosa. It offers a great view, service and drinks. read more

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Wow music is loud... But good! What I loved about the bar menu is that is shows what kind of glass the drink will come in. I had the Bed of Roses cocktail. It was delicious. The crowd was steady and young. read more

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Oh this place is super cute! It's on top of the Moxy Hotel. Can't wait to come back and sit outside when it's warmer. The outdoor area has a view of the Washington Monument and there were heaters so I'm sure some folks do sit out there during the colder months. We sat inside at one of the tables. There is also a nice bar area with seating. Lili assisted us and she was awesome! She was so attentive and friendly. I have to mention this place was a bit pricey for what they were offering. I was a bit shocked that chips and salsa was $13. I was boring and ordered a margarita with salt on the rim. It was decent. I also had a chicken burrito and was expecting it to come out with some chips (maybe I'm really craving chips lol) or some salsa but the plate just had a burrito cut in half. The burrito was a good size and was filling. Lili offered to bring some different sauces out that helped to bring more razzle to the burrito. Other friends at the table ordered tacos and they said they were good but only came with two in the order so they were still a bit hungry. Overall, I would come back for the views and good service. read more

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Talk about ambience! This rooftop bar has it. Lucha Rosa is a cute spot with ample space and awesome views. The music was on point; they were playing all of the jams. Lili was our server and she did a great job. Very upbeat, friendly, helpful and did whatever she could to make our experience enjoyable. We appreciate you girl. I ordered a strawberry margarita and a chicken burrito. Both were very good. I did ask for extra lettuce, pico de gallo and salsa to help compliment the burrito. The burrito is a good portion size so you will have leftovers unless you're very hungry. The prices at a bit high but considering the area, it's expected. I can't wait to return! read more

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Lucha is such a cute spot! The vibes were really good. When my friend and I decided to eat here we honestly wanted to try everything on the menu. We opted for the guac and decided to try all the tacos lol! We were able to split everything. Our favorite one was the veggie taco. Our least favorite was the pork taco. For the price we felt like the portion size was good. The service was good. Our waiter was nice and accommodating even though it was crowded. read more

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What a fun little spot! Decorated super cute, friendly service and good outdoor space as well as inside seating. We sat outside and it was HOT but felt really nice with a breeze. They do have umbrellas but for some reason ours as not doing its job based on the way it was set up? Kind of expensive we just got 2 drinks and some guacamole to share (absolutely delicious) and it was $65. Drinks were tasty and very cute. Would go back for sure! read more

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Super cute rooftop spot at the Moxy Hotel. The service was a little slow but we were there on a Saturday evening/night with everyone else enjoying a gorgeous summer DC night. We both had margaritas which were pretty good and tacos that were pretty good. Overall it's a nice vibe!! Be prepared to wait in line to get to the rooftop! Show up early and stay late! read more

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This is a must in DC if you love a fun vibe and delicious food and cocktails! The service was fantastic, especially Edward, our bartender! Highly recommend. read more

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A true rooftop gem in DC! We decided to stop by for drinks, and it turned out to be the perfect day--sunny, warm, and ideal for sipping the best rosé wine ever. The view of the city was beautiful, and the people-watching made it even better. I absolutely love the vibes of this place and will definitely bring my friends next time. The service was amazing--friendly and hardworking staff all around! read more

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Service needs help. Not enough services Unusual way of getting on the roof. You have to have someone let you up the elevator after you wait in line for a bit. Restaurant is in is called the Moxee. It's kind of cool because the front desk is actually a bar. If I ever had people that were visiting from out of town and had money I'd suggest them stay at the Moxee. It's looks like a very cool boutique style hotel Now back to the restaurant it is definitely a younger vibe between 20s and 30s. The food was OK but I don't remember it so it could've been that great. It had a great selection for Vegan's vegetarian. and regular eaters. I felt a little rushed because there was still a line downstairs. read more

Views were beautiful at sunset! I got a Paloma and pork belly tacos and everything was delicious. The service was excellent - they checked on me multiple times and even let me move to a new table with a better view when I asked. Great experience! read more

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A Mexican restaurant & bar on the rooftop of the Moxy. We were proofed before going up the elevator. We found seats at the busy bar, it's a happening! We had a view of the Washington Monument. There were 6 pages of hand crafted cocktails, Mezcal & tequila's. On the traditional ceviche's & tacos. Lots of friendly tourists here! read more

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Great place! Super friendly people and delicious food! We will definitely return. Beautiful atmosphere! read more

Hosted a private event here and had a great experience. The atmosphere was amazing, the food was delicious, and the service was outstanding. The team both coordinating the event beforehand and supporting us the night of were fantastic. read more

Vibe check Ambience check Great Service Check Excited to visit this location. They are probably the only spot left in DC still charging $10-$12 for Don Julio and Casamigos. While other places are charging $22 and above. They have a large selection of liquor. Nice rooftop views. I sat at the bar and service was great! Music was grade A with the DJ playing. Will definitely comeback. It's first come and first serve without reservations. I suggest showing up, as the location open. read more

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Located on the rooftop of the Moxy Hotel, Lucha Rosa is a cute spot for some pre-dinner vibes and stunning DC tabletop views. I first heard about this spot through a Yelp Elite event that was thrown here earlier in the month so I was eager to visit to celebrate a friend's birthday. Service is friendly and cocktails are fun and inventive. Everyone at our table loved the Bed of Roses cocktail which came with a little spritz of rose water right when they served it to you. Margaritas were excellent and they had so many different flavors. We ordered a few appetizers for our table and were surprised by how good the guac (super chunky and fresh) and chorizo queso was. Music was millennial tinged right up till around 8 pm where I realized it was time for me to go home and take an advil. A fun vibe with lots of friendly patrons. I'd definitely return! read more