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Pearl Street Warehouse

3.5 (119 reviews)
Closed • 6:00 pm - 12:00 am (Next day)

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Lakeisha S.

Though I have not officially dined here to review the food, I most definitely do not see myself returning again. I went to Pearl Street Warehouse twice: this past Thursday and last night. I mainly went there for two holiday parties. The first time on Thursday night, the people at the door was giving us a hard time refusing to let us in even though I was there to meet up with a friend that was going to take me home. I immediately requested to speak to the manager & he reluctantly let me & my friend in. We went straight to the bar to meet our friend. I asked the bartender for a cup of water. I guess me unwittingly overlooking the pre-made water pitchers annoyed him for working harder than he needed & he pointed at the pre-made water pitchers, not saying a word to me. I told him never mind I'll pour from one of the pitchers. He still decided to make a cup of water anyway despite my small protest. I accepted it. I tasted it & was immediately disgusted. It tasted & smelled like tequila. I am certain he didn't pour tequila in it, but the bar's tap pour must be so dirty or unfiltered from prior servicing, it starts to taste like other things BUT water. I even had my friend to taste & smell it to make sure it wasn't just me, and he agreed. I nicely let the bartender know the water tasted funky. Instead of saying I'm sorry I'll fix that or even just suggesting using the pitchers, he decides to try to make the situation more than what it was by trying to debate/argue with me and was actually accusing me of ACCUSING him that he intentionally tried to pour me something I didn't want to get me "drunk". I was dumbfounded at such an insane & random accusation just because I simply said the water smells & tastes like tequila. Nothing in that statement is accusatory towards him, and I told him I was not accusing him of anything. But I guess he was so upset from my minor complaint that he got the bar manager involved to "prove me wrong." The bar manager didn't seem to want to get involved but did anyway. The bartender decided to taste the water to essentially gaslight me & tell me it didn't smell nor taste bad. The bar manager tried it too & agreed with him. They were 100% wrong and unprofessional. I'm unsure what was the point of going out of the way to prove two customers wrong instead of simply letting it go, but I can assure you me & my friends will never return nor recommend this place. Based on other reviews I've read on here, I see that I am not the only one who has had bad encounters from rude staff and management and seems to have been an issue for YEARS. This might have been one of the rudest & nastiest encounters I've ever had at any establishment in my life. Trying to cause a scene with a customer over dirty water is a very bad look. I would highly suggest the staff, especially that specific bartender, to seek professional help & professional development in customer service. Beyond that very rude and insulting encounter, the ambiance was that of a dirty frat bar, area around the bar is very unclean & the floor is soaked in spilled drinks, so if you go there on a busy night (if they have those), be careful. The live performance on Friday was meh, but I think that was a band the folks hosting the holiday party chose. I also saw in other reviews that the talent they tend to pick are mediocre at best. I can see that being true I do believe Pearl Street Warehouse saving grace is its location (the Wharf). If this establishment existed anywhere else in DC, I am doubtful they'd still be in business solely from their rudeness/unprofessionalism. Hopefully, they will improve on custom service.

Dan M.

If you need some entertainment in these socially distanced times, get on Pearl's mailing list because they are holding live streams of fun shows in lieu of actual concerts. And once the world goes back to normal, check them out because it's a fun venue. As with just about everything in the Wharf, it lacks character and feels very bland, but it's intimate and has solid accoustics. They have a full bar with table service during the shows, plus there's a small side bar that sells food. Several people were enjoying something to eat before the show we attended, though we didn't try anything. For seating options, there are tables and a small dance floor, and when the crowd is packed in, there is great energy. We saw the Chuck Brown Band here not long before things started shutting down for coronavirus, and they really put on a great show. In a sign of the times, they ended the show with "For the love of god, wash your hands!" Hopefully we'll be back out there agaim before too long!

Will Gravatt Band
Dan L.

Love this place. Great music venue with terrific bar service. Really enjoyed the Will Gravatt Band tonight. Once a month! The service was great as always. Didn't partake tonight, but the food is great too!

The Grandsons (pretty cool band) 2.13.18
Gail R.

I followed some friends here recently after an event down by The Wharf and glad that I did. I didn't know the show was free that date, but on the visit they had a band called "The Grandsons" playing and they were actually good - my first time hearing them. Visiting this spot gave me an opportunity to check out the place as it was my first time inside - whoever came up with the plan to have a free show after a big event in the area was smart as I now know what the inside looks like. I almost had made it here back in Dec 2017 as I had purchased tickets for a show (just couldn't attend). Their box office is to the right of the entrance (outside) and you don't pay any extra charges for tickets. The venue has 2 bars, one was opened to the outside on this date - pretty cool; the other had a TV you can watch - also above this bar they show the next 4 upcoming performers. They have an upstairs which I didn't check out as I was having too much fun on the lower level. When a band is playing and you are enjoying the music, I did not want to be sitting and that seems like the set up upstairs (tables and chairs). The place reminded me of the 9:30 club but on a much smaller scale. Drinks were good and the atmosphere seemed chill. I am actually looking forward to seeing a show here as I like the overall setup.

Gail B.

I love this place. The venue is on the wharf. It is a great event space. There are two bars, and upstairs dining area, seating around the dance floor and room to just hang. The place is actually bigger than it looks from the outside. The restrooms are large and clean. The staff is nice. There is a convenient coat check area. You won't be able to have a quiet conversation unless the band isn't playing. However it is a great place to just have fun. Metro is conveniently nearby. The menu isn't extensive but the food is good.

Loaded siracha tots
Singi D.

Great music venue. I definitely appreciate the food & ticket prices given how crazy expensive this area is now. I've been here many times, everyone from the bartenders to the kitchen staff are all very friendly and pleasant. Music has been awesome every time I have been there. I've had their burgers, loaded tots and cocktails, all really good and tasty. Beer list is pretty awesome too. Highly recommended!

Stage and a beautifully made Old Fashioned

Great music venue! The service is quick and well trained, and the shows are intimate and well done! They are also incredibly generous to vets and first responders!

Rio M.

Thoroughly enjoyed this location!! There's a dance floor (which I believe is the only dance floor available at the wharf)! The drinks are delicious, and the bars are quick at getting what you want! The night we went it was $35/person but you get access to this bar and Saxx Lounge (which has a dress code - 8 mi driving distance from this location). Not sure if that's every night or not, but I HIGHLY RECOMMEND this spot!!

Buffalo shrimp
Ruby A.

During COVID, there wasn't a wait. We were seated immediately late Saturday night. The waitress was kind and very friendly. The food : everything was so salty! Jerk chicken was extremely salty, didn't taste any "Jamaican" flavor. Buffalo shrimp & the Vietnamese wedges had too much sauce. We spent over $130 on the food which consist of like 3 appetizers and 1 salad. 2 beers & 1 cocktail drink. Why was it $130? Well they automatically added in an additional "COVID" tip. One of the things I did not like about this restaurant was at the end, I stood at a distance away from the hostess desk which was located outside; I was facing away from the restaurant talking to my bf and the "bouncer" or who ever came from inside of the restaurant , stood outside the door, and told me I need to have a mask on when I'm inside the establishment. Of course I refused because I wasn't even INSIDE the establishment and was at least 6 foot away from it. Technically I was waiting for the waitress outside the premises. Earlier that night, the worker, he chased me down in the establishment to tell me the same thing as I'm about to walk inside the bathroom. Meanwhile, the bartender and the people at the bar was not wearing a mask at all. The food & rudeness from that one worker was a turn off. Probably won't come back & will not recommend this place.

Delicious tenders and a Caesar salad!

Amazing atmosphere and really friendly staff. Parking nearby is crazy expensive but it's the wharf

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3.6(109 reviews)
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4.5 stars. Overall,…read morethis is a really great place to see a show. I came to see Flawed Mangoes and for the most part it was a great time. The venue is like a really clean dive bar that hosts live music. The staff were all very polite and incredibly welcoming. To be situated at the Wharf, the food and beverages were surprisingly affordable... at least by DC standards. The general admission tickets are for standing only. I paid for premium seating and got, well... an actual seat. Unfortunately, this is where I ran into issues. I really wish that Union Stage would offer more smaller tables (1-2 tops) because I had the unfortunate experience of being forced to involuntarily third-wheel some random couple's date night. As someone who frequently attends concerts alone, I hate communal seating. If I'm paying extra for a seat, I don't want to spend the evening sharing a table with strangers. In this case, the couple who joined me at my table spent much of the show carrying on conversations, using flash photography despite it being prohibited, and generally making themselves unwelcome part of my concert experience. It was distracting, annoying, and made it difficult to fully enjoy the performance. Adding more 1-2 top tables for solo concertgoers or couples would significantly improve the premium seating experience by giving people the option to enjoy the show uninterrupted and with the company they actually chose (and paid!) to spend the evening with. It's also worth noting that there is no wait staff to serve you at the tables. So if you grab a seat at a table, make sure you have something to put on the table to indicate that it is occupied. There are QR codes on the table where you can order and pay, but you still have to go to the floor to pick up your food. I got a half cheese pizza and an Aperol Spritz. The pizza was good by dive bar standards. Nothing special about it, but it hit the spot. The Aperol Spritz was also surprisingly good. The sound system is great. However, we need to talk about the lighting situation. I'm not sure if this is how Union Stage typically operates or if this is something that can be attributed to the artist, but the lighting choices for this concert were overwhelming. I've been to dozens of concerts over the course of my life, but I've never had spotlights that repeatedly point directly into the audience, but that was my experience throughout this entire show. I had to put on my sunglasses in this dark venue to keep myself from being quite literally blinded by the light. The background lights and everything were fine, but repeatedly shining spotlights into the crowd was not a good choice. The most expensive part of this night, by far, was the parking, which is not the fault of the venue. I paid $38 to park for 4 hours, but fortunately it was a very short walk to the venue. There are multiple parking garages as well as an extremely limited amount of street parking near this venue. The garage was the only feasible option that evening since so many people were out for the concert, viewing the World Cup, as well as attending events at other bars and restaurants in the general area. All told, I had a really great time at Union Stage. While I hate traveling into DC and I'm not keen on spending $40 on parking, if there's another artist performing at this venue that I want to see, I would definitely come back.

It's a solid venue for smaller artists Id say a few things hold it back. 1 ticket check is at the…read morebottom of a long stairwell in the basement it should be at the top it would cut down congestion especially since food is run down the same stairwell. 2. The sound system probably needs an upgrade prior to artist coming on stage the music being played was not really audible and didn't carry any thing to the crowd. The merch table being by the entrance caused more congestion. 3. For the seated area unlike what's displayed on the ticket sites they are in the back not the front not a big deal I prefer standing but could disappoint those who pay the premium price for those. Staff are really nice and friendly and prices are more then fair on drinks and food.

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3.9(4.1k reviews)
1.4 mi
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It's been YEARS since I've been to The Hamilton. A recent trip to DC and a free gift card is what…read morebrought me here. I went for brunch, but was in more of a lunch mood. I sat outside on the patio. To start, I got the calamari appetizer. Yall! Their calamari is so freakin good! The remoulade sauce that comes with it just takes it to the next level. I got the crab cake entree and it was just what I needed. I recommend replacing the tartar sauce with their remoulade sauce. The Tea Time mocktail was very refreshing. The service was good. The only downside is that there was an issue with the gift card that I won from their social media page. After some back and forth, they eventually honored it and all was well. But this experience was definitely better than my past experience, so I'm adding a star.

For starters! I needed to move my reservation and called- spoke to Nicole. She was SO sweet. I…read morecould literally hear her smiling through the phone while assisting me. She changed the reservation, added a birthday note, and wished my boyfriend a Happy Birthday. I later had the pleasure of meeting Raven Jones! The "hostest with the mostest". Raven was funny, kind, helpful, and friendly! Gave us a great seat and wished us a good evening and him a happy birthday. Our server was Aaron. Aaron did his job- nothing beyond that and nothing memorable- just his job and that's fine. My only issue with the evening is Aaron did nothing to acknowledge the reason we came to The Hamilton. I thought- well we changed the time of our reservation so he didn't know? I shared the information with another server privately to inform Aaron and watched the server tell Aaron the news and surprisingly- Aaron still did nothing.. not even say "Happy Birthday". I was a bit disappointed by this. We closed up and carried on with our evening. The food was exceptional and the service was FAST! We enjoyed the evening overall and I'm happy I chose this location.

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Kirwan's On The Wharf - Beckets Burger. Perfect mid rare.

Kirwan's On The Wharf

3.4(639 reviews)
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We were going to see a concert at the Anthem and stopped at Kirwin's on the way, since it was a…read morelovely Irish pub with gluten-free options for my wife as well. The Anthem is only a five-minute walk along the scenic Wharf from the Irish neighborhood pub, which is both upscale and warm, with waterfront vibes. We sat in the main room that also houses the bar. There is a second-floor mezzanine overlooking the establishment, with additional windows that bring in natural light. Across from us, there is a private hangout room that I believe you can book for larger parties to celebrate birthdays, watch football, knock back pints and chips, or any combination of the above. Their Beckett's Beef Burger was wicked good with Bacon Jam and Chimichurri Aioli. Their pints are on point, and their Irish espresso martini with Paddy's cold brew, Kahula, espresso, and Demerara is solid. If you like a drop of whiskey, they do have a solid selection of Irish Whiskeys for a pour or two. Kirwin's fit the bill well to enjoy the vibes, enjoy drinks with your friends, and look to fill your belly before checking out a show at the Anthem, as we did.

Walking by and decided to stop here to grab food out of the heat…read more Outdoor seating, up & downstairs seating. I got the Deviled eggs. Came in an order of 5. $16 ($3 for HH). Happy hour is until 6pm, at least on a Thursday. Hostess was very nice

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The Miracle Theatre - Inside show lighting

The Miracle Theatre

4.1(52 reviews)
1.6 mi•Eastern Market, Capitol Hill

We went to a mock court scene at The Miracle Theater where we as the audience judged a particular…read morecriminal court case which involved a person died to an AI driven vehicle where someone lost his life due to the decision of AI vehicle. So the CEO of the company was being charged in a criminal case of manslaughter. That's all I'm going to say, and it was pretty dope. Check it out !!!!

A pleasant surprise in DC's theater scene! The Miracle Theatre, one of the city's oldest theaters,…read moreis now under new ownership by Union Stage, and they're doing a great job breathing new life into this historic space while keeping its charm intact. I was invited to attend a Moth storytelling event here and it was such a refreshing night out. The stories were heartfelt, funny, and sometimes deeply vulnerable in the best way. The host kept the energy going all night and was absolutely hilarious. It was the kind of clean fun that reminds you how powerful a room full of people sharing stories can be. The theater itself adds to the experience. Being inside feels like stepping back into the good old days before everything was streamed and watched at home. If you're feeling a little nostalgic for live entertainment and the magic of gathering together for a shared experience, this is the place. Definitely check out their lineup. It's a great excuse to get out of the house and enjoy something real, live, and memorable.

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3.7(225 reviews)
0.0 mi
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Went early on a Friday night and was sat at a two-top immediately. Service was incredibly friendly,…read moremy waitress was Keiko and she was amazing! I will be asking for her any time I go back. Food was very good. The deviled eggs were standard, flavors pair very well, I like the bacon being very minimal. The cucumber underneath could be thicker, it was difficult to pick up because it was so thin. Short Ribs - outstanding! Pulls apart at the barest touch. Savory sauce that leans sweet. The polenta could not be better, fluffy and light and sauced. The seasoning on the short rib is perfect in every bite. I had Famous Last Words for my drink, it was delicious. The chile lime rim really made it. Jeremy Ragdale plays piano and sings every Thursday, Friday, and Saturday. He has a long list of songs you can request. He's so friendly and has a beautiful voice. He really engages the audience.

I had heard We started with the halloumi cheese appetizer, which was honestly disappointing. At…read more$18, I expected a more generous portion or at least a better presentation. It was essentially a few pieces of fried cheese on a plate, and neither the portion size nor the presentation justified the price. I wouldn't order this again. For my main course, I had the bacon and Brussels fried rice, and this completely made up for the appetizer! The portion was generous, the flavors were amazing, and I genuinely enjoyed every bite. Yes, you're dining at The Wharf, so prices are naturally a little higher than you'd expect, especially for fried rice, but this dish was so good that I didn't mind paying the extra Overall, I really enjoyed my experience and would recommend giving Pink Tiger a try. I'd definitely come back for the fried rice, but I'd skip the halloumi and spend that $18 on a different appetizer!

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Live K Karaoke - Karaoke available without reservation in the lobby

Live K Karaoke

3.8(158 reviews)
0.0 mi

We had such a fun time at K Live Karaoke at The Wharf!…read more We booked one of the small rooms, which is supposed to accommodate up to 10 people. There were six of us, and I'd say that was the perfect number to be comfortable. You could fit 10, but it would definitely be a little cramped. We ordered several different food items and drinks, and everything I had was good. The food did take a while to come out after we ordered, but honestly, we were having so much fun singing and enjoying ourselves that it didn't bother us too much. My only other small complaint was the song-search keyboard. Instead of a standard QWERTY keyboard, the letters are arranged alphabetically, which made searching for songs a little challenging at first. That said, there were PLENTY of songs to choose from across all different genres, so everyone was able to find something they wanted to sing. The best indication of how much fun we had? We ended up extending our time because nobody was ready to leave! Overall, it was a great experience and I would definitely recommend K Live Karaoke for a fun night out with friends. I'd absolutely go back!

This place is definitely more upscale than typical karaoke places, so you do get your moneys worth…read moreby paying more here. The server was great with explaining everything and checking up on everyone. I do wish the 2 hours started at the time of check in because we checked in within the 15 minute grace period, which cut our time off a little short. The keyboard to type is also a bit strange as it's in alphabetical order instead of the standard keyboard. Overall, it's nice in here with the lights and you can tell everything is new.

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Live K Karaoke
Live K Karaoke - Shot glasses

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