Speak Easy I admire the concept and the idea is wonderful but the service falls short as the bar tenders are also waiting the tables (2 bartenders and 10 tables and about 15 barstools). A hidden door does not make a speak easy. In all fairness, the cocktails were crafted well. Seating is crowded, and it's too dark to even read the drink menu. You are essentially sitting on top of one another. The bar decor is an honest attempt to capture that vibe, just not quite there. The music is lively it was a little loud for me and my wife. 3 drinks and olives and almonds $77 not including tip. Wouldn't go back. read more

The Nero is such a fun spot. The service was so friendly and really added to the night. Meti was so fun to talk to and definitely cares about the customers. We will absolutely be back and can't wait to spend another night there! read more

The restaurant itself is nice. I guess you would say the food is good for the price paid. I would personally rather pay a little more for better quality food. The gnocchi was our favorite. The pizza was too doughy in the center and was not properly cooked. Brussels sprouts were ok. Didn't eat all of them if that helps. Had to ask for our meatballs three times before we got and they came after the pizza. They were descent but the sauce was too sweet imo. The wine room with the self serve machines has an incredible selection of Italian wines. You could enjoy the variety in small dispenses to arrive at a favorite. Aeperol Spritz's were supposed to be $9 at HH. First bill they charged us $13 each. Second corrected bill, they went down to $12. Didn't have time to question the bill a third time to get the $9 price advertised at the front door and online. Moral- You get what you pay for!!!!! read more

Went this past weekend to try the wine taproom, but despite the fact we had made a reservation for 10pm and had arrived early, the taproom was closed and we were not notified! Thankfully, the hostesses were very apologetic and showed us to the speakeasy. All the staff was very nice and the ambiance was so nice in the bar too. Drinks were also really great. Just wish we were notified about the taproom!!! read more

We celebrated my birthday here and everything was absolutely perfect. The atmosphere, the food, and especially the service exceeded all expectations. We were treated with such warmth and attention, it truly made the celebration feel special. Highly recommend! read more

Happy hour menu online is outdated and not honored. Wait staff was rude and seemed annoyed we were there. Truffle fries were delicious & pizza wasn't bad. Was really excited about trying this place - overall a lot of potential but very disappointed. read more

Beautiful place, perfect for date nights or a night with the girls. Definitely go here the lighting is amazing and GREAT food and AMAZING drinks. I had the best time here. Also the staff was super nice and great service. 100% recommend! read more

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Hosted a private event here on a Saturday night for 35 friends. Picking a place was super important because it was our group's 6th annual weekend of events to reconnect with friends. I needed it to be roomy enough with a cozy feel. I cannot say enough how incredible Vik and team were. We had an open bar package, a signature cocktail, custom menu items, and more. The space is beautiful, the ambiance is so warm & inviting, and Vik made sure to stick around in case we ran into any issues. If you're looking for a place to host a corporate, large group event, or even to casually stop by for bites & drinks, please look no further than Nero. read more

I like most of the stuff here so far. Nero is a nice looking place. This description for a restaurant usually means it's expensive. A few items here are costly. You can still get a good deal at happy hour. I stopped with a friend one evening. It was in time for happy hour so we were like yes, good timing. The drink specials include $5 wells. It also has specials on food. These are small plates that are pretty much appetizers so don't expect to get filled up. Even so the offerings are good. They're a nice accompaniment to a cheap cocktail, and it's always good while drinking to munch on something. I had the Things You Can Dip. It's about $10 for bread and dips. The dips include chutney, eggplant, and lentils. Overall it's nice for a quiet evening. There's good specials for the happy hour. You can sit at the bar or grab a comfortable seat with a fluffy pillow. read more

Nero - Vodka And Things That Can Be Dipped - Lounges Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

went on a tuesday so it was pretty quiet. drinks were great, chamomile gimlet and the whiskey cocktail that was kinda like a whiskey sour. we also ordered a pizza and truffle fries, both good! read more

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Would rate 0 stars if i could. Most of the service team is not very friendly. We were late for our reservation, as we self-acknowledged, due to issues out of our control. instead of being accommodating and understanding, we were told repeatedly about four times that they gave away our table to a walk-in group because we were late. We completely understood and just wanted to know if there was any seating available that didn't require a reservation. We were told after being scolded about being late that we could have a seat at the upstairs table (mind you there was nobody so being told consistently we were late was unnecessary if they could've just gave us the option to sit at the empty section from the jump..). We later went to check out the downstairs when a table finally opened up and the staff downstairs were kinder, but much slower. About 30 min for my drink because our server or bartender, whomever she was, seemed to have forgotten my drink order and I had to sit there awkwardly while my friends enjoyed their drinks. The drinks also weren't as good as the ingredients sounded when reading on the menu. Overall it was a mediocre experience and will not be coming back. Code Red in Adams Morgan has a much better speakeasy experience in my humble opinion. read more

Nero - Lounges Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

I came here to meet up with friends while on a layover. Unfortunately when I tried to call to make a reservation for 8 there was no answer and I tried multiple times. When we arrived all large tables (2) were taken. One of the servers helped to get us a spot that was comfortable which was at the high tables parallel to the bar. Once we got settled we were immediately helped with drinks and food orders. I got the metal drink and it was pretty good. Presentation was great. All the food we had Brussels sprouts, fries, mozzarella, and samosas were all very good bites. All in all I would come back to this place. It was very cozy and decorated super cute for the holidays. It's also in a great location because you can bar hop if you wanted. read more

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Recently, I went to Nero looking for a decent happy hour spot that ended late, since I was waiting for some friends to get done with their current plans and I was already in DC. This place has happy hour until 8pm Monday through Friday. I called that Friday around 6 just to confirm because sometimes, these places don't have their happy hours consistent with their menus. But anyway, I called around 6 as I mentioned and was told that HH ended at 8pm. So I proceeded to get there around 6:40 ish and order a few drinks. I immediately noticed that the menus said that their happy hours ended at 7pm. So of course, I had to ask to be on the safe side. It seemed like the staff wasn't sure what time happy hour ended, but it wasn't a big deal in the end. Just one of those minor hiccups. I ended up getting the spiced lamb samoas. They were 2/$7 which is a great price for these. I also got the truffle fries which were my favorite. They were so good, I got two orders of them! This place was great. I've been here before for dinner, but have never come for HH until now. I think I will have to come back sooner rather than later. Definitely a good spot for HH. read more

Nero - Great vibe for a date night - Lounges Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

Amazing authentic Peruvian!! Finally a spot with genuine flavor and atmosphere. Leo la the best and he keeps improving when it clmee to authenticate Chaufa and ceviche. I'm so happy I came across this place because I'll def be coming here for girls night or random lunches. I love that they have the indoor space and outdoor space. Live music on mondays is a plus! read more

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This is my new favorite spot in Dupont! I had food and drinks and caught up with some friends yesterday after work. The location is convenient right on Connecticut Avenue NW, just south of Dupont Circle, on the side with all of the bars such as Madhatter, Cafe Citron, The Gryphon, and others. The bar is still new but exquisitely decorated, attractive, and inviting. The front bay window is adorned with a pretty Christmas tree. The warm lights against dark walls, a long bar along the right side with plenty of bar seats, and cocktail tables in the back. My friends and I sat at the one large table toward the front entrance. We were there for happy hour! We ordered a range of drinks---a hot toddy ($5), a French 75 (I forget the price), a moscow mule ($8). We also ordered food (pepperoni pizza, a basket of fries, and vegetarian samosas). The chef took an interesting take on the vegetarian samosas, cutting them in half and dressing them with plenty of garnish including onions and tangy green chutney. The chutney was a bit too tart but the portion size was huge for $5. Fancy Indian restaurants could get away with charging $15 for such a dish. The fries were great for sharing, and the three of us couldn't put a dent in it--such a generous portion. They tasted amazing. My Moscow mule drink was strong, served in a copper mug, and tasted excellent with a fresh, thin slice of lime. The bartender (our server) was extremely friendly and welcoming and attentive. He joked, made good conversation, and asked us how we came to learn of the bar. It is fairly new still. There was also live music. An acoustic guitarist began performing around 7. I will definitely be back---with more friends! An awesome additional to the downtown area bar scene. read more

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Since Nero is right across the street from my office, I figured I'd meet up with my friend here during happy hour after work. We ventured into Nero around 5:30pm on a Wednesday and it wasn't very busy or crowded which was nice given that it's a small bar. I love the ambiance and dimmed lights (while the sun was still shining in through the large front windows). I grabbed a menu from the bartender and we sat ourselves down on two comfy chairs that hugged the small coffee table next to the door. Not long after, the waitress walked by with two glasses of water and asked if we were ready to order. I went with the Mont Gravet on the happy hour menu, which was actually really good--a nice dry white that's close to a Sauvignon Blanc, but less spicy. As the evening went on, people started piling in...and by the time it was around 6:30ish, it was pretty packed. I didn't order any food although I really wanted to, but they didn't offer any true gluten-free items on the menu. I wish they had offered gluten-free pizzas because it looked really good. But oh well. My friend and I sat around and chatted for a while. It wasn't loud so we were able to actually hear each other and talk without shouting. But during the entire time, no one checked in with us. Even after I had finished my glass of wine, no one came by to ask if I wanted another glass or if we wanted to order anything else on the menu. I found that to be really odd. It wasn't the waitress was on her way to another table that I waved her down and asked her to bring the check. (At this point, if the service wasn't up to par, it probably wasn't gonna get any better considering how busy it was gonna get later on). She quickly brought over the check and we left. Overall, it's a really cute place and I had high hopes seeing the raving reviews on this place, but sadly I can only give 4 stars for this establishment because of the service. Perhaps I'll have a better experience next time. I think it's worth giving this place another shot. read more

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I decided to stop by for a quick drink and a snack. I enjoyed it because the place was pretty empty so, no anxiety! I ordered a few drinks from the HH menu, brussels, truffle fries, and a pizza. Everything was great! The vibe inside was very loungy and relaxing with candles lit and chill music. I'm looking forward to going back. read more

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What an amazing spot! I went for happy hour and got great drinks and lots of food for cheaper. We got the lavender French which was sweet (but i like sweet), bourbon with pineapple juice, the HH Brussel sprouts which were perfect! The truffle fries which were also great and had a garlic mayo sauce. And the marg pizza was solid. It tasted more like a cheese pizza with wilted basil so it was fine! read more

Nero - Truffle fries and Brussel sprouts - Lounges Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

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My updated review: I really enjoy this bar. The ambiance here is very cool and cozy and the drinks are decent. I still have never eaten here but I've been back many times. It gets kinda party like on the weekends at nighttime but it's a great date spot any other time of the week. There are few casual bars I enjoy in DC but this is one of them. read more

Nero - Noticed my pic being used as the business photo for Nero on Yelp so I figured I'd upload the OG pic! - Lounges Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

I absolutely love Nero! The food is delicious and plated well, they have a wide variety of dishes. The restaurant itself is very clean. The service is great, the owner is really nice if you get to meet him! He runs a very professional business with amazing ambiance. The set up of the restaurant is super cool, we took beautiful pictures! I will definitely come back, I'm planning my next dinner dates here! read more

Nero has the vibrations of an underground speakeasy. Dark, with contrasting colors of gray and bronze, unique lighting decor. The bar is always bustling. There are nooks for romantic tables, group dining, or lounge areas for a party. The pizza is perfectly topped, greasy, and thin. I normally get pepperoni and sausage. The two times I've been no one in the party shares a pizza. The salads are big, fancy, and tasty. Next time I plan to order my own. The drinks/bartenders are great. Service can be a little slow, but it's not a problem. This is a great hideaway. read more

Nero - Lighing decor/Colors/Bar - Lounges Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

I had a very strange experience here, which I am hoping is a one off. I will return and hopefully update this review, but wondering who else experienced the below. I made a reservation for dinner for two for my husband's birthday. When we arrived, we had to track down staff to ask to be seated and we ended up sitting at the bar instead of a table out of laziness on our part. No one cared about our reservation, I feel silly for making one. We invited some friends to meet us after we ate dinner at the bar, but everything took such a long time, we had barely one drink and no food arrived by the time our friends showed up 45 mins later. The two bartenders seemed incredibly stressed, though there were only a handful of tables and we were the only people at the bar. I think the stress level is due to the many many specialty cocktails on the menu, which I know is a pain in the butt to make a ton of. Case in point, they ran out of moscow mule glasses - so we were told we would either have to wait a long time before we got one or order something else. We ordered something else. COOL STUFF: Ambiance is really interesting and cool. Industrial chic meets euro cafe. There are a lot of wines on tap, which makes wine drinking soooo much fun! The display is really neat too. There is outdoor seating, but I can't speak much to that. The food was very tasty! No complaints there. We got a meat/cheese platter, brussels sprouts, samosas, and fries. Everything was yumm yumm. The food is lighter fare (excluding the pizzas which I would like to try) so it isn't a great dinner spot per se, but it is a good spot to get wine and snacks. IMPROVEMENTS: I never felt welcome, which says a lot in a restaurant. There were only two of us at the bar when we first arrived and I had to ask for menus and service and it took a long time. Everyone in our group had to ask for service repeatedly and a few things never came ... not once in 2 hours did anyone ask if we were okay, needed anything, if anything was good/not. We also never got water, which I think is strange when you order food and a lot of drinks. If I had been asked if I needed anything, I definitely would have asked for water! I was so concerned trying to get my regular drinks that I forgot all about H20! I felt like an imposition on the staff, and they looked visibly lethargic and annoyed, and this resulted in our group leaving and going elsewhere to enjoy the rest of our Tuesday night. If we were an annoying group I would have owned that, but we were a group of 30 something professionals on a Tuesday night asking for basic service and being jovial about it. Not a great first impression. I am sad that it was the place I picked for a birthday spot, but I am hoping it was a one off experience. I'll try again. read more

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We've been to this place two times now. We've just been for drinks. Both times we have sat in the patio out back. While the patio has a decent amount of foot traffic, we were there for people watching, and I wish the patio was at the front as this would provide much more interesting traffic. Service had been very attentive and on point. Great happy hour read more

Nero - Patio out back - Lounges Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

Came here for a birthday party, and it took a while for the server to come by for the first time. At 5pm, the QR code for the menu still had brunch. The atmosphere was dark and dingy and the tables/floor were not clean. The pictures online are glamorized. The music was very loud and clubby at 5pm- not a great vibe to chill at a wine & pizza place in the afternoon. Also, there was no soap in the bathroom (gross!). My friend asked to pay for the entire bill with one credit card, and the server did not let her. The only redeeming quality was their food- pizza was very good. I would not come back though. read more

I went to Nero for a date night happy hour and loved it, although one downside -- our waitress did not ring up any of our food & drinks during happy hour (we ordered at 6:30pm) and were charged full price for everything! It's okay though, it was busy and I believe our waitress was training someone so she could have mixed things up. The food and drinks were A+. I will definitely be back for the pepperoni pizza! read more

I met a couple of friends at Nero for a quick drink on Saturday night, and had a great experience. The place wasn't overly crowded at 7:00pm, which was great for having a conversation. I loved the decor and dim lighting. We sat at the bar and received great service from the bartenders, who were super friendly. I got the Paloma, which I was very happy with. It was garnished beautifully as well. We also ordered the truffle fries and devoured them. They were super crispy (my weakness) and served with aioli. I will definitely be back to Nero, maybe for happy hour next time! read more

Nero - Paloma - Lounges Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

Stumbled upon this place last night. Not sure how long it's been here but I like it. Very cozy and intimate spot. The decor here is very modern and chic! Sat at the bar with a friend. Ordered the classic margherita pizza and it was good. The smoked old fashioned is very good - highly recommended. It was really cold in here - the air was directly blowing on us so after we ate, I was ready to go. I would definitely come back here for brunch or happy hour. Either way, next time I plan to order wine which comes in these gigantic goblet wine glasses (Olivia Pope style). read more

I was pretty excited to check this spot out, but I'm disappointed I tried it. In regard to the ambiance, it's trendy. Almost too trying too hard trendy. I knew this going in from the other reviews. It was a mix of hipster meets modern... had the low lit vibe, vintage rust chairs, funky drinks, and upbeat music. I was able to score a table in the back area with two cozy chairs and a small table. The service was not only slow... it was confusing. My friend and I wanted to order wine, but quickly realized that we needed a card to use the self-service wine "bar." I don't think these are particularly trendy, but my friend thought this self serve bar was all the hype. We asked how it worked to get a card and our server informed us she couldn't get us one, the manager had to do it. Seemed odd since the self-serve wine bar is basically the highlight of this place. After he finally came over he informed us we both needed cards even though we were going to be on one check. We also had to pre-pay, which was also weird considering we didn't know how much we would drink and might want more or less than the amount on the card. Fine. Whatever. We put $25 on each card....Except he didn't come back... we waited and waited and then finally had to ask the server where he was with our cards and the card to use at the bar. After we finally got our cards and tried some wine we both agreed we could go for another glass, except neither of us wanted to deal with tracking down the manager and waiting to add more money onto the card. I've been to many self-serve wineries and breweries before and typically they give you a card and you present it at check out because it kept track and totaled what you drank all night. In regard to food, we split a pizza... it wasn't memorable. Not bad, not great. read more

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I hosted an event here on a Monday night and it was nothing short of the best. First off, Vic and the entire team were so unbelievably accommodating throughout the entire process. When I arrived, everything was set up and ready to-go. We chose the gladiator open bar package which included a selection of beers, wines, and mixed drinks. It did not disappoint. The space was BEAUTIFUL! The back of the restaurant easily turned into a dance floor while the front of the restaurant was perfect for sitting and having a conversation. The staff was so welcoming and let us have full control of the music. Anything we needed they provided! The pizza was great!!! (highly recommend the meat and cheese plates as well) I could not have asked for a better experience. For your next event, you HAVE TO CHOOSE NERO! read more

I was so excited to finally come to Nero. The atmosphere here is so chill. I made a reservation but they don't have an area to check in so it's basically first come first serve. I think they were short staffed because It took a while to be waited on. Anyway, I had to try the lamb samosas that everyone was raving about. They were good but nothing to get excited about. I enjoyed the peppers surround the samosas more. The truffle pizza was really good. I can't quite describe the taste but It was very unique. I didn't get wine but it's cool that they let you purchase a prepaid card to purchase your wine from the fridge. I'll definitely be back to try a few other items as well as the wine. read more

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I just came back from this restaurant and knew I had to write a good review. The atmosphere, music and food was simply amazing. I tried their Brussels spouts with cauliflower mash and it was amazing. I also tried the pizza and thought the ingredients were fresh and simply delicious. The bartender gave me some good beer recommendations and he was always very attentive to our needs. I also enjoyed the ambiance of the place. There was some live music when we got there and the bartender told us they usually have a dj on the weekends. I was able to have a great conversation with my friend and enjoy some good food. I know the place just recently opened and I am glad that I discovered it during my visit. Highly recommend this place. Great food and good prices! read more

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Fun club, but worst dj I've ever heard. Who in their right mind skips songs in the middle??? Would go back if someone else was hired... was here on July 17th is that helps the owners with the music Seriously, everything else is fun and would be great with someone else. Train him or replace him! read more

Today was my first time visiting Nero and I will most definitely be back! The service was great, the food was amazing and I had the chance to meet the owner - who was extremely friendly and welcoming. Will be back for Happy Hour in the next week or so! Great spot to stop in for a drink and a bite. Prices are reasonable and the location is perfect for metro. read more

Nero - Tandoori Chicken and Veggie Samosas + Makers on the rocks! Great meal! - Lounges Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

Here for the first time with a friend who wanted to check it out for the first time as well. The menu has all kinds of options and the drink specials are incredible. I knew it was going to be a great place when the bartender, Jonas, was smoking the glass with a real flame. It is called old fashion if you are interested. The food options are unique and offered me something new to taste. The foe-fireplace in the back is very relaxing. The various sections of the restaurant also provide you with plenty of options. Come in to check this brand new spot out ASAP!! You will not be disappointed. read more

What a find! We wandered in within a couple of days of their opening and were very impressed. Great atmosphere and cozy feel. There is a lounge area with comfy, mod furniture and a swanky bar for chatting up the bartenders! The food is really tasty and presentation is on point. The drinks are great and priced well. They even offer a happy hour. Nero is a highly recommended spot, for happy hour or a romantic dinner! read more

Super cozy with great music and friendly bartenders. We got the Lavender French 75 and Blood Smoked Old Fashioned cocktails. You could really smell and taste the smokiness in the old fashioned. Not that much seating, but that adds to the intimate small lounge feel. read more

Nero - Lounges Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

I like Nero a lot. The patio is cute and tables are well spaced out. The pizza is quality - we got the mushroom and the sausage/pepperoni and they are generous with the toppings. The crust was a little too crunchy / crisp for my taste, but tasty nonetheless. Cocktails are great as well - really creative combinations. Service was super friendly, but not that fast - it took awhile for us to get our drinks, food, and the check, so this is place where you'll want to linger a bit. Our waitress was kind and great with water refills, and always checked in on us, apologizing for any wait. She also recommended a great cocktail (the cherry blossom gin cocktail was delicious!). Overall, had a lovely dinner here and it's definitely worth checking out - I'll be back soon! read more

This bar/restaurant technically isn't open yet, there was a very very soft launch last night 11/13/18, with a larger opening party this Saturday 11/17/18. It will be interesting to see where the owners take the concept. The food is a combination of Italian and Indian, and while both I like on their own, it should be interesting to see how they are melded together once the full menu is created. The venue used to be donuts and fried chicken (Red Apron), and is not set up to be dining, it's a better lounge space. There are several great beers on tap and the happy hour prices are not bad. The cocktail menu is still being worked out, but I'm positive that this place will become a great hang out, cozy in the winter and a nice patio during the warmer months. Excited to see how the owners shape the concepts! read more

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This place was super cute and I loved the vibes! Came here for drinks with a friend and our server was great. I'm going to be honest - I don't remember the name of the 1st drink, but it was a special that they were having that night (I think it was some lemon drink). It was delicious! Definitely ask them for their special for the night/recommendations. We also tried the Brutus' Betrayal Manhattan which was also super good. I want to come back and try their food next time :) read more

So this place has everything a wine bar should have: great wine, of course, a strong menu of nibbles, dark and moody lighting that lends itself to being a great first date spot. BUT if I could give this place 4.5 stars I would, simply because it's just trying a little too hard. I know effortlessness isn't usually a key requirement in a bar, but this place is so trendy it hurts, and slightly takes away from the relaxed ambiance that should accompany a great wine and a sold happy hour menu. (The glasses are only $6 during HH!) I didn't have a chance to try the wine dispensers, but I will definitely be back to try...it if only for the novelty! read more

Nero - Chef's Choice Meat & Cheese Plate - Lounges Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

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