This review is for the food not the service…read more The interior gives off a nice vibe and they have a set up for a live band. I'm sure when it's peak time it's live in there so I'll have to come back for an event. Went around noon on a Sunday and it was fairly empty so we sat at the bar and were serviced immediately. Strawberry lemon drop - 10/10 - I love a good lemon drop but a I'll never pass up a flavored one. No notes. Shrimp & Grits - 5/10 - don't get me wrong it was GOOD but it was too rich/cheesy to me. I don't know what I was expecting in terms of cheese but I've never had soooooo much cheese in an order of shrimp and grits. I legit pulled a mound of cheese off the top and it was still too much. I couldn't finish this unfortunately, even taking them home for another day didn't work because I couldn't take the richness. Not a slight to them, just a no for me. There was a great amount of shrimp in the dish and the consistency of the grifts were amazing. Just need something to cut through the richness. My friend had: Omelette - 10/10 - said they enjoyed it and would get it again Side of bacon - 10/10 - you got 6 pieces with the order and that was solid to me. I'd definitely come back and try something else on their brunch menu if given the chance. It's a bit out the way so I couldn't see myself traveling for it but if I was in the area I definitely would come back.

Decided to spend Thanksgiving Eve at Sobe's. We met @ 6am, which was free to get in for happy hour…read more Happy Hour was DRY. lol. Just one other group of me, maybe some jazz music in the background, while we watched Basketball on the screen Best part about SOBEs was Mrs. Elaine, the bartendar. I would rate the food a 2.5/5. I had the shrimp tacos, which lacked flavor. The shrimp was bland. The Bang Bang shrimp was lacked flavor also. We barely touched these, so disappointing. People started showing up @ 7pm. which was $20 to get in. An AMAZING live cover band played at 9pm. By 7:45 pm, there was also a live DJ playing classic hip hop and RnB. That was such a VIBE! The crowd got really thick for the band, you literally had to push your way to the bathrooms. Bathrooms also need napkins to dry your hands with, instead of the nasty air hand dryers

The cocktails at Hootch & Banter were the highlight of our visit. We tried a couple of different…read moredrinks, and each one had a good balance of flavors without being overly sweet. We also ordered some small plates to share, which paired nicely with the drinks. The atmosphere was lively but still comfortable enough to sit and talk, making it a fun spot for a relaxed evening out.

Kimberly took care of serving my wife and I today and it couldn't have gone better! My wife ordered…read morethe huevos rancheros and I had the stuffed French toast, and some local black coffee. All of it was amazing! "I can't remember the last time I had a breakfast this good", she said. The fast and efficient service really enhanced the atmosphere Absolute perfection!

I will tell you, I loved this place. Nice ambiance, a little on the expensive side but delicious. I…read morehad the beef bourguignon and my friend the cordon bleu, they were delicious, I don't care for mashed potatoes and these were amazing. Sorry I didn't take pictures of the food but when I remembered I was half way through You should go and tried it, there was nothing there I did not enjoy. Sadly we were in a hurry and I still had a great experience. PS: after your meal ask about the downstairs bar by the lobby same building

I attended a private dinner here in a small dining room. First of all, the bar looked so fun that I…read morewanted to stop off there! It's a great space, filled with happy young people stopping off after work For dinner, I started with a salad of Bibb lettuce perfectly dressed with a light vinaigrette. Then the steak frites - loved my steak cooked medium rare. The frites were a bit overcooked but delicious either way with ketchup and an aioli. My crème brûlée was gorgeous , such a throwback in the best way, with fresh berries. Amazing. Service was lovely. Room was pretty. Looking forward to coming back.

Fun little cocktail/lounge bar & restaurant in Bethesda. It's located at the base of the Marriott…read morehotel giving it an elevated experience. On a weekend, I did wish that this venue had a little more activity. The charcuterie board and wine was wonderful. The rooftop by located as at the top of this building is a great stop for a drink!

My friend brought me here for a happy hour cocktail. We grabbed a seat at the bar. The cocktail…read moreoptions were limited and we ended up just going off their regular menu. I had trouble deciding and the bartender gave me a good push in the right direction. I got the lavender heart. It was beyond excellent. Would love to come back and try more drinks and food.

Tryst kept me afloat. The lovely service I have always received, whether at the bar, a table, or a…read moresofa, has been consistent though a decade of visits, as has the engagement of this charming bijou of a cafe with the surrounding neighborhood. Although probably first established while Friends was still on the air, Tryst has kept up with the comings and goings of Adams Morgan, reiterating itself with changes in the local culture and the arts, which are often on display. The building itself has a narrative to it, but it's the centrality of this respite from 'everywhere else' that makes Tryst stand out, lets it occupy memories of comfort and hospitality in my mind, keeps pulling at me to visit time and again. If it wasn't for Tryst, I doubt professional and personal lows would have turned out so rosy, in the end, for me.

A lovely little cafe with super friendly staff and unbeatable vibes! Open until midnight Thursday…read morethrough Saturday (and until 10 PM every other night), Tryst is a sanctuary of peace in the heart of the otherwise lively -- and often chaotic -- Adams Morgan neighborhood. With their extended hours, expansive food and drink selection, and cozy vibes, you can easily hole up in Tryst for the entire day. Personally, I've visited Tryst more time than I can count, and at literally all time of the day. I've definitely taken full advantage of Tryst's extended hours to fuel many, many late-night study and work sessions. I love how cozy the space is, with their slightly worn but super comfy couches and armchairs, dim lighting, and ambient cafe music. The staff is super friendly; you can either order from the counter if you're taking your order to go or just snag a spot and wait for the servers to make their way to you.

Pulled up to this bar in DC. The inside is very nostalgic. Very friendly vibe. The old bay wings…read moreand the jerk tacos (forgot to take a picture of those ‍) were AMAZING! Ayo is nice bartender, the drinks were good! Definitely will be going back!

worst I ever experienced! Horrible actually the lady behind the bar almost got whooped for playing…read morein my face the unprofessionalism poor customer service the stinky air in this place made my good lil Friday very unpleasant! GO NEXT DOOR THE AFRO LOUNGE

Visited for happy hour and the drinks were okay. Although, the description on the menu stated…read morecertain ingredients the drinks were modified because they were out of certain things. The crab dip was tasty, but the chicken wings still had feathers on them. Although, the chicken was sent back the music was great .

I came here for brunch on a Sunday. It was a large birthday party, so we had the entire upstairs…read moresection. The waiters started taking orders right away, and the food came out sporadically. I got my food fairly quickly, while my friend who was next to me got his food at least 20 minutes later. I ordered salmon & grits (instead of shrimp) and a side Caesar salad. The salmon was good. It was seasoned and cooked well. The grits were very bland. It tasted a little better when I added salt, but still very disappointing because I was hungry. The Caesar salad was fine. It's hard to mess that up. Now onto the really horrible part of the experience: the drinks. We ordered the mimosa tower. I can assure you that all of these drinks were watered down. We got the strawberry lemonade flavor for our first tower. I noticed that my drinks tasted completely flat, so I tried to hurry up and finish so we could get another one. For the next one, I asked if we could just get straight champagne and they obliged. It was STILL watered down. How do you water down cheap, Andre champagne?! It's like $5 a bottle. I will still highlight our bartender/server, AB. He was great, and kept our drinks full and gave us mixed shots. I'm sure it wasn't his call to serve us watered down champagne. That has to come from management. All in all, I was severely underwhelmed with this place and will not be coming back.

Looking for a Caribbean escape right in Old Town? Captain Gregorie's is the spot. Step through the…read morespeakeasy entrance and you're met with fun, tropical vibes. We grabbed seats at the bar, where the bartenders were helpful in guiding us through both the drink and food menus. The cocktails were creative and distinctive, each one offering something different from their rotating list. We had the tasting menu to sample a bit of everything, and it did not disappoint. Every dish was flavorful, with the ahi tuna and the pork belly being my favorites. Whether you're looking for great cocktails, a cozy date night, or a fun evening out with friends, I recommend checking this place out.

This is gonna be a short one because I was here about 3 wks ago…read more... I introduced my out-of-town friend to this gem. He loved all the cocktails we had and raved about the food. We had 4 dishes and the maple bacon donuts. It was a bit too sweet for me but he had two :) I loved all the cocktails. The bartenders always are right on with drink suggestions. We sat at the bar so we had great service. I should have an honorary badge for coming back and spending so much money within a month. Hahaha

Beautiful view of the city from the rooftop (Hedys Rooftop). Cute and feminine designs that tell a…read morestory of women empowerment and pay tribute to Hedy Lamarr. The food is delicious (although it may take a minute to arrive). The shawarma spiced chicken wings were my favorite! The wings are packed with flavor and spices similar to jerk wings! The chicken skewers are juicy and tender! Seasoned with a yogurt and lemon flavor. Pretty tasty. Staff are friendly and accommodating. A great place to visit for a girls night out or girls brunch! I'll be back for the shawarma spice chicken wings! TikTok: @jasephsfavs

Got food from here for breakfast on a Sunday morning. The restaurant itself is attached to the Zena…read moreHotel. It's chic and very pretty, with an art gallery and full service bar. Roland served me from behind the bar and he was super pleasant and patient. The food itself wasn't bad. No real complaints. We tried the breakfast sandwich and vanilla french toast. The potatoes were cooked perfectly and the syrup served warm. A Service charge and gratuity both included, so between the two items and a side of potatoes, we spent $60. Thanks again Roland and Maria for your hospitality!

Ambiance was perfect for our group of 8. Katie was our server and she read the table right away…read more We were being funny and playful and she jumped right in while making sure we respected the other guests. Food was very good. Wine was priced well. Cocktails were very good. Shrimp and scallops were done well and there was a good portion with all the meals at our table. I did think the crabcakes were average but that was about it. Would love to go back. So many good things on the menu.

I hosted the Comics for Critters event at Harry Browne's to benefit the Anne Arundel County SPCA on…read moreSeptember 17. Everything about the event was 5 stars with much of that having to do with the venue. The staff and food and drink at Harry Browne's are all excellent. The vibe at the event was chill as the event sold out so the place was packed, but still comfy for all. This just added to making it a wonderful event that will be repeated! Russ the owner and Taylor the event coordinator made everything so easy and were very supportive from the beginning. Just a great time at a great place for a great cause!