Great place Great Bartender Great vibes. Came in for a bite with crew of 5. Got sent to the bar, was hesitant at first but really had the most amazing time. It was busy but the Bartender Gabe gave us the best experience. We saw he was slammed with tickets and other people but still got us and other all of our food and drinks in no time flat and check up on us. Him and him co work Maliki really were great and the Steak frites was amazing. read more

Plenty of tasty menu options but it's hard for me to pass up a delicious burger. Had wings for an appetizer that may have been on the smaller side but the Phoenix rub seasoning was fantastic and they hit the spot. Friendly service, good energy, good music, fantastic food!! read more

Makers Union - Makers Classic Burger with a Stella Artois - New American Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

We stopped here while staying in the area. We enjoyed our meal. We tried crab ginger soup, spicy chicken sandwich and hot wings. They were excellent. The service was really attentive and fast. The location has a bar/restaurant feel with modern decor. We'd definitely go back and we recommend this restaurant. read more

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Great and fast service. Ambiance was pleasant. Food choices were very good. Food was hot when served and pricing was reasonable. read more

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We went on a Saturday. We had just missed the brunch rush. They sat us immediately, and the service was about three stars out of five. I wanted to order extra fries towards the end, and our server was unfortunately nowhere to be found. I could see into the kitchen and they seem to be doing some sort of liquor tasting. I'm primarily plant-based, so they didn't have a lot of options for me. What I did eat was pretty tasty. The fries were quite good as well. It watching s a bit pricier than expected, but not when you take into account the location. My family enjoyed their alcoholic beverages, and my mocktail was yummy. We would go back again read more

Arrived for brunch and really excited to try this place. The location at the wharf was great, inside is cute. We were seated right away and service was quick however the food was just okay. The deviled eggs and chicken tenders were good. Avocado toast was a spread, I think it would have tasted better with sliced avocados. Overall, decent food and drinks for amount you pay. read more

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Frickin Good Fried chicken sandwich was FRICKIN GOOD! I tried to be healthy and cut out the ranch (not a fan of ranch) so the bread was a little dry but the chicken was so juicy which took care of that! And properly seasoned. I rarely get fried chicken unless I'm in the South-- but they know what they're doing! Staff very friendly. Will go back to try other stuff for sure. read more

This is my first time dinning IN at makers Union. I was welcomed with open arms. The interior is beautiful. I had the Alfredo pasta and wow it's really good! Taste very creamy . You have a choice to get shrimp or chicken I had chicken really good. Highly recommended. I love coffee I had to try the espresso martini and it's a thumbs up 100 %. read more

Makers Union - Espresso martini - New American Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

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We visited on Tuesday about two hours before closing, and unfortunately the experience felt very rushed from start to finish. While we were still eating, our server began clearing items and asked if we needed to-go boxes. We said no, but she then took the entire nachos from the table even though we had barely eaten them. At that point, it was not closing time. The most uncomfortable moment was at payment. I paid using Apple Pay and left a custom tip. The server turned the receipt toward herself and said, "Let me see," appearing to check the total and tip amount. This should have been handled away from the table and felt unprofessional and awkward. The food itself was fine, but the service made us feel unwelcome and rushed, which took away from the overall experience. read more

Came in for lunch. Had a hot bowl of Thai crab soup and a poke bowl. Was just what I needed on a cold windy day. Coworker had the kabob with grilled chicken. Pretty good lunch. Would come here again. Server was nice. Atmosphere was kinda modern farm. read more

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This place is very beautifully decorated/designed. We had early reservations at 9:45am for brunch, we asked to sit under the "Nauti" sign but the server said it was for a reservation... I'm pretty sure that reservation was supposed to be us, because there was literally not another soul in the restaurant for like an hour & a half while we were there. But her attitude kind of set the tone for the meal. We ordered the deviled eggs, brussel sprouts, breakfast nachos and avacado toast. The avocado toast was lacking a lot of avocado. The bread was too thick & hard. Overall very flavorless. The deviled eggs were decent. The breakfast nachos had some stale chips. The nachos needed a lot more meat and cheese. The real MVP of the meal was the Brussel sprouts . I would come back just for those. Our server was extremely friendly, his positive attitude saved the overall experience. read more

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We came in for a late lunch. We were seated immediately. Our friendly server Sherry brought us water quickly. Our orders were cheeseburger fries, fried chicken sandwich and fries, French dip and fries, and fried fish sandwich and fries. Everything came out fresh and hot. French dip was the best. read more

I have been to other Maker's Union locations before and this place never disappoints! Note that this location only does happy hour at the bar instead of throughout the restaurant like the other locations, which is a bit disappointing. To drink, I highly suggest the prickly pear frozen margarita if you'd like something, or lemon martini for something more strong. My absolute favorite items are the Crispy Brussels (10/10 on my Brussels scale, iykyk) and the Impossible Kebabs. I am so thankful that they have a creative and delicious vegetarian options, but I love about this dish is that it is a full meal. You have the protein, the rice, and assortment of fresh and cooked vegetables. I did find that the kebab dish at this location was a bit less flavorful than at the Reston location, but it could have just been an off day. They make a fabulous Mac & cheese! We also started with the nachos, which were decent, but they too lacked that extra little bit of flavor I was hoping for. I really appreciate how our waitress was so attentive to my friend's food allergies - she felt very safe dining here! read more

Makers Union - Impossible Kebabs - New American Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

Makers Union was really delicious and the staff was super friendly! The restaurant was very well decorated and spacious which allowed for my 2 year old niece to have ample space walking around our table to greet everyone at our table. I ordered an Impossible Kebab platter and my Fiance ordered the fired chicken sandwich which filled the both of us up. I was a little bummed their frozen margarita machine wasn't ready at our 6PM reservation but I'll be sure to try it the next time we visit! read more

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Had the worst experience at this restaurant. Arrived at 1 PM and was told we'd be seated in 5 minutes--but 25 minutes went by and nothing happened. We ordered food, but it never came out (even after I asked another server 45 minutes later). No drinks, no silverware. I spoke to the manager, but nothing really changed. He seemed more concerned about cleaning tables (even though no new people were coming in) than taking care of his current customers. Eventually, we left because the desserts were taking so long. A $250 check for such crappy service just isn't worth it. I've been a loyal customer of Makers Union and Thompson Hospitality, but man, these people really dropped the ball. I would understand if they were slammed, but that wasn't the case--the server was so slow that even another table commented on it to us. No "I'm sorry," no "We'd like to make it right"--nothing. But of course, when it was time to bring the check, the server showed up in two seconds. Definitely rethinking my choices from now on. read more

This spot was amazing - great food and really good vibes. Diamond, our server, provided great service and was super helpful Taylor, the manager was very kind and really accommodating. Highly recommend! read more

My friend and I enjoyed the unlimited brunch for $42, with the $25 bottomless old fashioned add on. The plates are shareable and most dishes were delicious. We tried quite a few of the items on the menu but the brown sugar bacon was the star! The wait team were great and very accommodating. The restaurant is nice and although there were a few families, most were small groups looking to have a boozy brunch. Would definitely go again. read more

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The service wasn't great but our server was so sweet! The food was good but the overall experience was just okay. We also did visit on a Monday so that may have factored into that. read more

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The food was amazing! The service was impeccable and had a nice atmosphere. All this at a reasonable price.

We came here for restraunt week. Service was slow to start, but quickly picked up. The Nashville chicken tenders were a great starter, super tender and moist. The Steak & Fries were phenomenal. Perfectly cooked and seasoned. The Chimichurri from the steak and Parmesan fries paired soo well together. Lastly, the cinnamon bread pudding was good, but nothing to write home about. Could have used more of a flavor pop, slightly bland, but serviceable. read more

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This was my first time coming here and it definitely won't be my last. Unlimited and bottomless brunch will always get me! Had a reservation at 1:15 but due to traffic I was due to arrive after the 15 minute grace period. I called and they were so accommodating. The food....sooooo good. Like everything was delicious. The chicken and waffles are HUGE so definitely come hungry. With all of the hustle and bustle, there was little to almost no wait on your food. Our waiter Ethan was lovely. Will be back soon! read more

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Had a 1:15 PM reservation at Makers Union and still got told we had to wait at least 30 minutes because there was a line out the door and they were "overbooked." So basically, they take reservations just for decoration. If I wanted to wait in line, I wouldn't have bothered booking ahead. The hostess looked overwhelmed, the place was chaotic. Do better. Don't offer reservations if you can't actually honor them. read more

Food was 3.5/5 Service was 4 Ambiance 4 The food was good some things were better than others but overall I would come back here. I love that they have the all you can eat brunch option which we tried out. You get 3 appetizers and 3 main entrees. You're allowed to order as many of the apps and mains you choose. We really enjoyed the monkey bread it was so delicious aswell as the chicken and waffles. I got the yuzu lemon drop martini which was very delicious and had sugar in the rim. I would come back here to try a few more things on the menu. The service was pretty good. Our waiter was very attentive and made sure we enjoyed our time. The space was very cute. It wasn't very big but the bar area seemed a bit more lively and packed. We sat on the sides by some book shelves and I'm glad it was a more spacious area. I noticed there are some tables outside for when the weather is much nicer. Checked out the bathroom which was around the bar area in the back. It had 2 stalls but was spacious and clean. I can definitely see myself coming back here it was a good brunch spot. read more

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The food was great of this place! Ordered some the classic burger which came exactly th taste we ordered The staff was also helpful in suggesting other dish. read more

Makers Union - I - New American Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

I really wanted to love this place because I saw it on TikTok, but it wasn't what I hoped for. We ordered a crab cake benedict and the egg wasn't poached. In fact it was a hard boiled egg lol. The person next to us sent his food back twice, and it just was a weird vibe. I definitely won't be back... the only upside was the French toast was decent and the chicken strips. read more

Makers Union - Chicken Strips (7.5 out of 10) - New American Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

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The food here is absolutely delicious, but a bit pricey! The ambiance is super cute and the staff were very helpful and friendly. Lots of TVs and plenty of seating. We made a reservation upon arrival and we were seated right away. Our food came out in a timely manner even though the place was packed! They have a bottomless brunch option but we weren't really in the mood for that. It's about $35 per person. Instead, I got the Makers Flat Iron Steak which came with broccolini and Parmesan garlic butter fries. You have the option to get eggs or fries with this dish but I wasn't in the mood for eggs and those fries were amazing. My steak was cooked to perfection but I didn't care for the broccolini. It wasn't nasty just bland. My daughter got the chicken and waffles and crushed it! She's usually a picky eater but not this go round lol. She said the waffles were super fluffy and the chicken was boneless but crunchy. My husband got the cheeseburger with fries and said it was great. He didn't leave anything on his plate so I took his word for it lol. Our waitress was very nice and made sure to check on us, you can also see your food being made here with the open kitchen which is a plus for me. Clean bathrooms!!! I love a clean women's bathroom because let's be honest women can be gross lol. The parking sucks but it's DC, wouldn't expect anything less. You can park in the garage but that cost me $26 and we were only there for an hour and some change. Try to park on the street if you can and pay attention to the signs because the towing is reinforced. read more

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A decent food option at the Wharf with options for appetizers, grain bowls, and main dishes. I have visited this location twice and had a good time each visit (Saturday nights before shows/events). It is always crowded, so highly recommend making a reservation or being open to grabbing a seat at their bar. The food is a little bit pricier than expected, but there are some more budget friendly options. Funny enough my favorite dish is the Caesar salad. IDK what it is about theirs but it looks and tastes good! For drinks I don't really have a favorite. They are all VERY sugary so I wouldn't order another one of their menu cocktails. MU isn't my first choice at the Wharf but it's a solid option if you're looking for American food. read more

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I came to Makers Union and got the chicken and waffles to go, and it was so disappointing. The chicken was very dry and had an unappealing texture and had no flavor at all. I also asked for dark meat, but I'm pretty sure they gave me white meat. The waffles were ok, and the best part of the meal was the honey butter. Otherwise, I should have just gotten fried chicken from the Safeway a few blocks away. It would have tasted better for sure. Also, when I came in, it was unclear where I could go to order, and the servers just stood around and ignored me. Also, they gave me the wrong order at first. The restaurant itself was loud and not a place I would want to go back to. read more

Makers Union - Chicken And Waffles - New American Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

Makers Union is best considered as an extensive bar with real food. The salmon and flounder were the most popular of the nights selections. The salmon is a healthier portion with the cream, mushroom quinoa, even though the vegetables are slight. The flounder was prepared well but could use a sauce for additional flavor. Thankfully the vegetables portion was a good size since that dish didn't come with a carb. Not a must go for dinner amongst the options at the wharf but it may fit your needs due to time, cost and the vibe you're seeking at the time. read more

Makers Union - Salmon with creamy, mushroom quinoa - New American Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

I came at the right time on the right day. Beautiful day where it wasn't packed. Had the deviled eggs and the chicken and waffles. Not too bad. What I enjoyed the most were the drinks. I LOVED THE SWINGS ESPRESSO MARTINI. So good that I had to have 2. Also had Aaron (the bartender) hook me up with an Irish Coffee. It definitely did not disappoint. I'd come back here again read more

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I do think that this restaurant has really good chi, and has used the space well, especially being on the wharf, which sometimes can feel a bit manufactured. This feels like an intentional restaurant, if that makes sense. I had the chicken and waffles as my dish and I would say, it was just so so, and I would have liked more flavor with the chicken; the waffles could've been a bit lighter and fluffier, as they were slightly difficult to cut. However, our server was extremely kind, even though it was his first day, and the host, and who I would assume was the manager were extremely accommodating of the stroller that I wheeled in. Overall, really good, we went for lunch. Everyone's food came out in a timely weigh, again just the one star deduction for the flavor of my food. Looking forward to going back though! read more

SERVICE WAS FAST ON A BUSY DAY! That's so rare since it was Mardi gras and they didn't even have us wait on a table. I will say our reservation was at 12:30 but still that was shocking. The staff is so attentive and caring and made the experience so good. GET THE MONKEY BREAD it was yummy I wish I could have taken it home. Lastly it's so clean on the inside that I will be back for a brunch here soon cause I had the best experience ever. read more

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Im going to preface this with the fact that they weren't busy.I'm giving this spot a 2, because the waitress was nice. The restaurant itself was nice, modern and spacious. Came with friends for brunch and got the Family Style Unlimited Brunch. Our waitress was nice, but the drinks were slow and I'm not sure why. We ordered Deviled Eggs, Kale Caesar Salad, Crispy Brussel Sprouts, Nashville Hot Chicken Tenders, Maryland Crab Cake Benedict and the Makers Scramble. The deviled eggs were deviled with roe.... They lacked flavor. The "kale" Caesar salad had a few pieces of kale but was mainly romaine. It had good flavor and was actually one of the best things we ate, besides the Brussels. We also got bottomless mimosas. We MAYBE had 3/4 mimosas each during the entirety of our time there. I've never had Nashville hot anything that had oil sitting at the bottom; the chicken was sitting in oil. The manager even made a joke asking if we wanted to put in another order of the "greasy boys". After this experience, I think it's best to keep it simple. Not the best brunch I've had by far, despite the variety in the menu. I'd explore your options. read more

Makers Union - New American Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

This place never disappoints. The food is incredible, the drinks are on point, and the staff truly make the experience. If Jonathan and Jay are behind the bar, you're in for a great time -- hands down some of the best bartenders in the city. They're personable, attentive, and every drink comes out perfectly made. We came for brunch and did the bottomless food option (which was absolutely worth it). They also offer bottomless drinks, but we'll save that for next time. The Nitro Grey Goose espresso martini and Aperol spritz were both excellent. They even have Aperol spritz flights with flavors like guava and pineapple -- such a fun touch. The atmosphere strikes that perfect balance between lively and comfortable, and it's always a bonus when the chef comes out to personally deliver dishes. You can tell there's pride in what they're serving. Highly recommend checking this spot out. And if you've already been, you already know it's a place you keep coming back to. read more

This review is for customer service only. I reached out via email because they could not answer my questions over the phone about a large group reservation for an upcoming celebration. Somehow, the catering and private events manager, Josianna Mason, was the one responding. Which did not make sense, since I kept clarifying that this is not a private event, just a large group reservation. From the very beginning, she made it clear that the only thing this place cares about is money. I was hoping for some clarity, and instead I got repeated lines about the spend minimum. I explained that I cannot guarantee what everyone will order and that everyone would be placing an order. She did not listen. It was one of the worst customer service experiences I have ever had. Because of this, I will never dine at this establishment and I would not recommend it to anyone. If you want a celebration full of joy and good food, this is not the place. If you want to make sure you spend enough money, then you are in luck! read more

They ran out of the risotto for the scallops!!! Came here for a work team dinner and they were good at accommodating us. Drinks and appetizers were brought out at very different times and mine was brought out on the very slow side....the mac n cheese was creamy and filling, spinach artichoke dip was YUM (i was also starving). I decided to get the scallops and it was unique, they serve the scallops with a small piece of grapefruit on top and it definitely added a very zesty fresh touch to the scallops, not sure if I liked it or not. Since they ran out of the risotto, i got creamy mushroom quinoa and brussell sprouts as my 2 sides. The brussell sprouts were too greasy, but...the creamy quinoa caught me by surprised! It was absolutely delicious, worth getting again!! Some of my coworkers ordered the wings as their starters and it looked delicious! The steak also looked AMAZING. if i ever come again, i will definitely order the steak! read more

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Very friendly service that makes you welcomed and good food. This is my new favorite place for great crispy chicken sandwich and wine.

Decided to bring a friend who was visiting here for brunch. I made a reservation & we were seated promptly. It wasn't that busy around 12, but it filled up quickly. Service was great. We got the deviled eggs, Brussel sprouts & breakfast nachos for appetizers. The brussel sprouts were our favorite!! The nachos weee very good too. Loved the texture of the tortillas chips. We got the salmon lox, crab Benedict & French toast for entrees. The salmon was good, but the crab cake was super fresh! The French toast was a great finish. We tried the various flavors of mimosas, watermelon & strawberry was our favorite. Definitely recommend this place for a great brunch!! read more

Every time I go into this place they're NEVER attentive, specifically the bartenders... I just sat at the bar and watched them serve everyone else around me while I was simply waiting for a premade drink to go smh! She couldn't even tell me the price of the drink or give me a menu. She couldn't get the premade slushee that had the plastic to go cups sitting right next to the machine but I digress.. It's sad because it's always the bartenders! I've tried to give this place a try several times but it feels like the bartenders are prejudice because so far I've been here 4 separate times and I've had the exact same bad customer experience at the bar each time but I'll watch their interactions and efficiency with others and it's different. I think I've tried enough. I'm definitely never going back I definitely won't be sending any of our hotel guest here if this is the service they'll be receiving. read more

A neighborhood restaurant on the Wharf with a mission to lure customers back with a new menu, talented bartenders and a luminous atmosphere. Seems like they are taking the right steps. read more

Makers Union - New American Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia