Union Market has this magical ability to convince you you're fancy. You start the night sipping a…read more$22 cocktail with a garnish that looks like it was harvested by a fairy wearing linen. For a solid hour, you're like, "Wow... I am bougie like they say." Then the bartender calls out "Last call!" And as you take one final dramatic sip of your fancy drink, the lights come on like someone just hit the emergency button and whoa. Wait just one minute, I don't want to go home. That's when the migration begins. In Union Market, there's a place where all the local residents take their talents once the posh restaurants shut down and that place is Last Call Bar, the bar that welcomes you and your rapidly declining standards with open arms. And the food? Oh, the food is a spiritual journey. They kick things off with Jell‑O shots, which already tells you exactly what kind of night you're about to have. But it gets even better. They have food and the menu is full of options only a person who drank 5 cocktails could truly appreciate, the kind of late‑night masterpieces that would horrify you at noon but taste like gourmet brilliance after midnight. I'll take a hot dog please! The vibe is pure "we should've gone home but didn't" energy. The music is loud enough to drown out your responsibilities. The crowd is a mix of restaurant refugees, people who swore they were having an early night, and folks who are definitely lying to themselves about how early they have to wake up. It's a diverse crowd. More on the younger side but a sprinkle of adults that have kids in college or corporate jobs. The bartenders deserve awards for dealing with customers who insist they're "totally fine" while holding onto the bar like it's a support beam. And honestly? That's the magic. The best memories happen during the real happy hours of our days, bedtime hours, when you're either having way too much fun in the sheets or making the kind of decisions you'll laugh about (or regret) the next day. Last Call Bar isn't curated. It isn't polished. It isn't pretending. It's the place where your bougie persona quietly steps aside and you says, "Let's get a hot dog". If you want a place where the night gets a second wind and your dignity takes a short break, welcome home. Let's get into it! Drinks - Perfectly made! Way to go to the bartender! Hot dog- at this late hour it tasted like a filet mignon! Give me another! Eeeek! A watering hole - every one needs a hole that waters! Xo

Stopped by here kinda of quickly on our way to echostage. Very divey which I like. Pretty small…read more Nick provided great service. Then he left. Ordering is haphazard. Tallest person served first. I liked the vibe. They have darts. And a bathroom. Decent place. And they had a front bar checker.

This building really has a lot going on now! Left Door is usually part of my local speakeasy crawl…read morerotation, but now we've got this spot in the right door, that shares ownership with the Snappys people. I came a few times in the summer, and because it was the middle of the day and I was going for more outdoor vibes, this place just felt so dark and divey to me. But I finally came at night and.... Yeah I'm kind of in love. Awesome staff, they are open until 3:00 AM on weekends, and the playlist.... In all my years, I have never heard Reflection Eternal & Grand Puba at a bar. It's like they made the playlist for me and it was insane. The drink prices are fantastic too, by the way. I just had the best time and it was pretty busy in there. I feel like they will come a time when the place is going to become uncontrollably busy, but thankfully we weren't there yet. If anyone is in the neighborhood and looking for a divey experience, here you go.

Frank's has only been open since June but it's already making a name for itself. I'm really glad we…read moregot to check it out today (9/14/26). It's the brainchild of the Snappy's Small Bar folks. The bar is named after the 1987 Tom Waits album, Franks Wild Years (love Tom Waits). Oh let me mention the vibe: Think carnival meets kitschy meets sideshow meets dive bar. Exposed brick walls, diagonal checked flooring, long wooden bar, old school ciggie machine...you get the gist. Truly feels like an authentic dive bar and I'm in love. Great bartenders, cool crowd. Primo bar selections at good prices. Xoxo.

This place is a gem and certainly lives up to the name. It has a great playlist and is small and…read morecozy in a way that keep people together. It's on my come back to list whenever or if ever I'm in town

I recently visited Jackpot Bar and really enjoyed the overall vibe. The ambiance is super chill…read morewith a speakeasy feel--dim lighting, cozy atmosphere, and the kind of place you can actually relax and have a conversation without shouting. It feels tucked away in the best way, like a hidden gem. The service was solid--friendly, attentive without being overbearing. What stood out most was their beer selection. There's a great variety, so whether you're into something light or want to try something more unique, you've got options. Overall, it's a great spot if you're looking for a laid-back night with good drinks and a cool, low-key atmosphere. Definitely a place I'd come back to.

The outdoor area here is WONDERFUL. I came with friends on a beautiful Friday evening and had a…read moregreat time. I liked their beer snd cider selection and the service was quick. Highly recommend for drinks with friends!

Introduction leading up to my "2nd date at Wonderland Ballroom":…read more Representing 2018, W is for Wonderland Ballroom. So, I went here for a 2nd date (or what I thought was a 2nd date) on Friday, August 31, 2018. I had met her at an event in July 2018. I was at an event in downtown Silver Spring in the early evening, took the Metro to Woodley Park DC for a 3rd date, which ended up going poorly but it was for the best in the long run, took the Metro back and decided to see if there was anyone I still knew at the event in downtown Silver Spring. There wasn't, but I met some nice people including this woman, who I got her phone number. We went on what I considered a great 1st date (one where we were there for hours) in Wheaton, where we both happened to live at the time. Experience at Wonderland Ballroom: Our 2nd date was here at Wonderland Ballroom for a comedy show with multiple comedians. As I recall, she was friends with some of the comedians. Wonderland Ballroom is a local neighborhood bar in Columbia Heights, but in a quieter area not right in the heart on 14th St, this is on 11th Street, which is mainly residential. It's pretty dark in there, more of a tavern feel. It's not bad, but I tend to like places with better lighting especially if I'm eating, which I did. I did like my sandwich, and I believe I may have gotten eggplant fries as a side with ranch, which was a good recommendation. I'm looking at the menu online today in 2026, and I only see fries, tater tots, or salad as side options, but I do see the eggplant fries as a separate appetizer. So, I'm not sure if they removed as an option, or perhaps I paid a small upcharge at the time. In spite of good eggplant fries and decent sandwich, the atmosphere of dark & kind of small, a bit crowded, brings to 3-stars. Also, the Wonderland Ballroom is a misleading name for the place. Really, a ballroom?! This is no where near a ballroom, which is often a grandiose place. Maybe a large place for ballroom dancing, wedding, or even for some crazy President to destroy the East Wing to host his wealthy cronies! I can't imagine anyone would ever have their wedding at Wonderland so-called Ballroom. Conclusions with my "2nd date": Afterward, my date & I rode with a couple of comedians to downtown DC draft house restaurant & then some more comedy, which was free. I had already eaten at Wonderland, but I socialized with the people to a certain extent. But I really felt like a 3rd wheel and neglected by my date. I was texting with an old friend about how my date wasn't going well. After this not so good time, I would've taken the Metro from downtown back to Wheaton, but my date said she was getting a Lyft back she ordered and was paying for already, and I could ride back with her, which I agreed. I thought this was a nice opportunity for just the 2 of us to have a good conversation on the Lyft ride all the way back to Wheaton. Guess what? She ended up talking to the Lyft driver more than me asking how he likes driving, how long he's driven, etc., which is fine to a certain extent, but it was much of the 30 or so minute ride. Once we got to just north of downtown Silver Spring, less than 10 minutes from drop-off, I asked her a question about previous relationships, and she rudely said that doesn't concern you. I was taken aback by her response. Ultimately, right before dropping me off first, I was direct and asked her if she considered this & our prior Limerick Pub in Wheaton 5 days earlier as dates or just hanging out. She said just as friends. I was hurt, but appreciated her brutal honesty, the end of August & now after midnight the start of September was depressing. After my summer 2018 of lots of dates, one of which went to a 4th date, that Labor Day weekend while at my apartment's pool, I threw in the towel for having one develop into a relationship or at least solid enough dating to take to a wedding I was a groomsman in early October. I ultimately got a female friend, who had a boyfriend as my "date" to the wedding. Incidentally, that following summer she became my girlfriend lasting over a year.

Ladies And Gentlemen. The Ambiance Of This Establishment Is Simply... Incredible. My Granddaughters…read moreFriends Are In Chicken Costumes, And We Are On The Hunt. Consider Us Apex Hunters. Sadly, The Chickens Are Not Here. Onto The Next Bar... Received The Next Riddle. Steve, You Are Incredible. Beautiful Vodka Water, Will Visit When We Aren't Hunting Chickens.

I was there for my second time, Parts of the place was a bit…read moresmelly, and the Bartender turned-out to be unclassy casually yellowing over the Bar looking over the Video Slot machine i was attending too. For someone who is working, he shouldn't be over-looking my shoulders watching the Video Slots machine, paying attention to what's not his business. Shallow person, and unclean atmosphere. Service & Atmosphere: D -

I came here for a drink while waiting for our reservation. It was quite lively very whimsical…read morerustic vibe. We got two drinks at the bar. Service was quick and friendly. It's a great hang out spot! Enjoyed our time here :)

Cute bar!! They changed it from years ago so now they have QR codes at every table to order. We sat…read morein the greenhouse - super cute but there are mosquitoes and we got bit. We came for HH - good deals but I miss the tomato pie and wish the juice boxes were on the HH menu. Fun spot to be in blagden alley for a casual drink!

Nice hip bar with a great view. Friendly staff. We had food at the event we went too which was…read moregood but not that remarkable. Drinks were great but quite expensive.

I came to Wild Days for a 30 and up rooftop event for Memorial Day. Parking around the Eaton can be…read moredifficult, but thankfully I found a spot in front of the entrance. Wild Days is a decent size on the inside, but as far as rooftops go, the outside balcony isn't the biggest. They do have tables, high chairs, and lounge chairs for relaxing. I ordered a Pistolgrip Pump, which consisted of Wild Turkey Bourbon, Courvoisier, Italian Chocolate, and Mr Black. It was well balanced and the chocolate added a nice touch of sweetness without being too much.

This was such a fun night. Stumbled upon them having bingo on a Monday night, such a fun group of…read morepeople! The bartender, Rich, gave us a history lesson and we took his recommendations and enjoyed each place we visited. We loved that they had board games, free popcorn, you can bring outside food and then the best part: no talking about the outside world!

I've been hearing about this place for years but never actually stopped by. They're currently on my…read morelist of weekend happy hour spots, having it all day on Sundays. I made a last minute change to meet a friend here, but much to my surprise... they had a PS5 and Tekken booted up at the bar. I am by zero means a Tekken player. Yes, I'm a huge gamer, but I'm terrible at Tekken. But the mere concept of being able to watch and play it at a bar is incredible. That aside, they got a bunch of board games like Trouble, Uno, Trivial Pursuit... the classics man! Oh right, the bar part. Their drinks are great. The staff are great. The specials are great. And they give you popcorn! And they have a whole little table with all the popcorn fixings if you don't want to eat it plain. You can literally bring in food from anywhere on top of that. I'm not sure if it's a Sunday thing, but the place really doesn't get too busy. It's quite a vibe. If you've never been and you're in the Logan Circle area, go.