Wow I can't even count the number of shows I've seen here in my lifetime. As I'm originally from…read morePittsburgh, it was nothing to make the drive to catch some of our favorite bands performing. This old school punk venue has been around since the early 80s and I started seeing shows here in my late teens. The history behind this place is just mind-blowing and incredible. To me it's one of the best places to see a live band. The sound is spot on. I've seen Fugazi (sadly never got to see Minor Threat), Bad Brains, and several other bands here. Iconic and legendary venue... for music lovers it's a must at least once to see a performance here.

Solid concert venue in a convenient location in DC. Parking is available on surrounding streets if…read moreyou arrive early enough. You can also pay for a parking pass through their website but the lot only opens up an hour beforehand so be sure to plan your evening with that in mind. We ended up parking on the street for only $3 since we arrived early to grab dinner nearby. The entry line was super long and literally went around the block but it moved surprisingly fast. Staff was friendly and helpful at the door. The inside was dark when we arrived and it would've been nice to have some house lights so people could find their way around the venue a little easier. The AC was cranking and the temp was comfortable. Upstairs has standing room and some bleachers which provides a good view with less of a crowd. Their VIP area looks nice and I'd be interested in splurging next time for a seat and a better view. There's bars downstairs and upstairs and even some food concessions. Getting out of the venue from the balcony was a bit stressful with only one way out. It makes you imagine what would happen if you needed to get out in a rush... other than that, it's a good space.

As a woman in my early 30s I've been coming to Echostage for well over 10 years and it's always a…read morebop. I'd recommend trying to cap your drinking/pregame before you come. The drinks are already pricey for DC proportions and there's a $2 surcharge on top of that.

It's been a few years since I came here, but since KAYTRANADA was in town for 2 days I had to go!…read moreSecurity was in full effect for the event and made the entrance procedure very smooth. Make sure to have your ID ready before entering! Once we got inside, they had two people scanning your tickets and then you were free to Rome and party. The ambience is pretty chill, but the best part for me is the light effects that they do. It was awesome! Plus the entire DJ set that night was . In addition the entry was calm that night and It felt safe. (Which is a major thing these days). As far as parking, there is street parking near by, but right next to the club you can have your car Valet for $40 (cash only).

I'd never been to this venue, and went for a concert. Parking was super easy, the venue staff was…read moreAMAZING, and I had the best time. Everything was well organized and ran perfectly. I'll definitely be coming back.

I've been at this venue twice for shows. Once in the winter time and once in the spring time. I…read morelove the indoor & outdoor spaces. There's plenty of room to dance and the staff has always been friendly and accommodating. There are only 2 negative comments... 1. If you're from out of town, you have to know that gratuity is already included on every check. The bartenders won't tell you, so you just have to know that if you want, you can definitely tip additional but it is included already. 2. During the winter event, there was no propane in any of the propane heaters and the outside area was very cold, so bring your coat if you go to a winter show there. It is a great place for live music!

I came here with friends for the Latin Coffee event. I had a great time - shoutout to the dj and la…read moregrecacoffeex. The space was huge and there was outdoor space with a bar, seating and games. The servers were gorgeous and super friendly even with how busy they were. The dance space was spacious and perfect for all the dancing. My only note is there was no AC! It was sooooooooo hot in there and there was only one fan. I'm sure it was a last minute issue but they need fans in there as a back up. Especially with events with that many people.

Now I'm only giving them this low score is because of the situation me and my partner ran into on…read morethis past Sunday (July 10th). Online the place looks great and interesting so we decided to hit it up around 9pm because it doesn't close until 2am. So when we walked in the place was pitch black and the vibe was really off. We had to pay $20 a person to enter which at first I was confused because I thought this place was games, bars, music, and vibes...not at all. So we were walking around and the crowd I'll just say wasn't the type I wanted to be around. Only one bar was open and the music was weird. So we decided to leave and when I asked the person who was taking the money what was going on tonight they said an event. Now, this event was not posted anywhere on their website or social media. So I would caution going at night or call beforehand because I don't think I would want to come back because it was nothing like it is portrayed online.

This place is very cute. The ambiance is great. I did not eat there but the service was very great.read more

What a great, small and quaint concert venue. Came to see Brittany Ann Tranbaugh (a friend of a…read morefriend) and was delighted to be introduced to the hilarious duo Griefcat. Didn't see much of Liv Greene, but loved what I heard. The upstairs venue is small and holds maybe 70 people. There are a few stools back toward the bar, which was staffed by a friendly bartender, but otherwise it's standing room only, This was the perfect venue for these artists! Highly recommend The Pocket, so I hope you'll check it out.

Love/Hate relationship with this venue. I'm definitely more of a 9:30 club person. Same owners…read more it's just a lot smaller and has an outdoor rooftop that's closed in the winter. 2nd time here, my experience is you have to get here early if you want to see the stage. The issue is 2 hours average to hear the main act. Meantime I'm bored. I don't mind standing but it's cramped and packs out quick, so you need to stay in place so you don't lose your spot. A glass of wine is $13, typical DC and to be honest unless it's an act you've been dying to see you may want to hold out. I'd come back for a less popular artist so I can move around.

Venna in DC was Small, intimate venue, acoustics on point. No seating was the only miss--but still…read morea top-tier night.

Black owned business…read more I've been wanting to try this place for a long time and I'm glad that I finally did. First, don't expect table side service, you have to use a QR code to order your meal and put in an "order" to speak with someone. While this wasn't the best, it worked for what we needed which was to ask questions about the menu. Next, you cannot get a glass of wine during the weekend brunch/lunch but you can purchase a bottle and take the rest home. Lastly, there was nobody at the front door so we simply walked into the restaurant and sat ourselves. Beautiful restaurant however, more on the speakeasy/rustic side. Now that I've gotten that out of the way, let's get into why I gave this place a good rating. Well, the wine selection and pasta were enough to make me beyond happy. But the cost was a bit questionable. Pasta- shrimp and caviar (can't remember the sauce) but know this dish was hearty, bursting with flavor, and freshly prepared. It was absolutely delicious with every bite. Wine selection- I ordered a remarkable bottle of 2022 white wine and the citrus and stone fruits made it perfect for the shrimp and caviar. The prices for both the bottle and pasta were really expensive but honestly, I didn't feel bad because I enjoyed both. Now, I do plan on visiting during hours when I can order a glass of wine because with the cost of the food and the cost of the bottles, it wasn't cost-effective for a single diner at all. Hope to be back soon!

I was really looking forward to my visit here. I heard some great things about the vibe and…read moreambiance. I was really excited to sit outside in the courtyard, but unfortunately it was a little chilly out, so I decided to sit in doors. The host was accommodating. So kudos to them. The food was excellent. From the deviled eggs and the crispy potatoes as small appetizers; both were superb. The lobster bucatini was as advertised. The homemade pasta, texture of the noodles and softness of the lobster, everything was superb. Even the wine. I wish I can give this place a 5 start rating, but I can't. It was because of the service. I would think if you're going to automatically charge the 20% gratuity, I would expect that I'll have a server. You order your own food from the QR code and pay from the QR code. You are given water, and are expected to pour your own water. And worst of all, a bottle of wine was delivered, uncorked, and placed on my table to pour it myself. And then when I saw that the table next to me, had a server who poured their wine for them, I knew then that it wasn't a restaurant thing, it was just how my table was treated. Anyway, if that part gets fixed, it'll be a five. I wouldn't mind too much if the 20% wasn't automatic. I kind of got the feeling that they didn't care about the service as the 20% was already being collected.

This place rocks, and I'm not saying that because of the music…read more Looking at DC9's reviews over the last 15 years, high praise for the burgers is not hard to find. Funny, though, it is even harder to find DC9 on any "best" burgers lists in the city, at least among the local publications that cover food. Trust in the recommendations from Reddit led me here. I left a little room for disappointment, but it was ultimately filled with a delicious burger and fries. The first floor is a dedicated bar and restaurant with the concert venue upstairs. On a 20-degree Sunday night, it looked spacious. The menu is not large at all. There are six types of burgers and I chose the French Onion - "saucy" caramelized onions, Gruyère cheese, and crispy fried onions on top of a half-pound patty. I give it an "A" presentation. The ingredients were not stacked too high and I loved the caramelized onion flavor in each bite. The burger meat also was cooked at medium. Next to it was a stack of garlic fries. Shouldn't there be bits of garlic all over it? No, just bite into a fry and it tastes like garlic! I don't know how they do it. On the way out, I asked the one bartender that night if DC9's burgers were a huge draw. He said yes, it's a low key place for burgers but people do come here for them and the chicken sandwich as well. DC9 deserves a spot among the greats in the city not only because the burger tastes good, but it is also a great value! $15 for a burger that comes with fries. There are places where that's the price of the burger alone, or it is even more now!

I don't really go "clubbing" much but DC9 was a lot of fun. We attended two performances. The club…read moreis not far from metro. The rooftop bar is not as exciting as I hoped but it is a fun place to grab a drink or have a snack. The bar food is reasonable (average items $3-$10, & up). Happy hour drinks were $3-$6 on average. There are lots of stairs. I am not excited about stairs. There is a bar on the lower level. Guests can grab a bite and a drink and never deal with stairs. If you attend a concert or a show, you will go up a flight of stairs to enter (two flights for the rooftop bar). The schedule is laid back. When a flyer says, "Doors open at 7:00pm," they mean 7:00pm-ish." The stage area is small. There are only a handful of tables. The metal stools are not extremely comfortable. But after you pay the cover charge (varies $15-$20 the night we visited) there isn't a minimum amount of food/drinks. There are complimentary water pitchers. The place is a fun dive. I would enjoy date night without seeing a show. The space is limited but people enjoyed dancing. Independent artists perform and sell merchandise at the counter. Be alert at night. I would have people with me if I were visiting in the evening.

50 Years of Go-Go at the Warner Theatre? Now THAT'S a DC cultural moment!…read more Came out to see The Washington Ballet celebrate 50 Years of Go-Go, and what a beautiful way to pay homage to DC's homegrown sound and culture! The Warner Theatre is a historic gem with plenty of charm, but baby, those seats need some attention! They're uncomfortable, especially when you're sitting through an entire performance. A little more cushion would go a LONG way! Other than that, I enjoyed the experience. There's something special about celebrating DC culture in one of the city's iconic theaters. Great show, beautiful venue, but those seats? Whew!

We attended Go-Go 50, 50 years of The Washington Ballet, featuring Blue until June by Trey…read moreMcIntyre, Configurations by Choo San Goh, Art of War by Edwaard Liang and An Artist's Prayer by Chanel DaSilva and Black Alley. The show was fantastic; this review is for the theatre. The day of, we received a text that no backpacks were to be allowed in the theatre. We were coming from a work event so we had to decide what to do with our stuff (we left it at the restaurant). This info should be included when purchasing tickets. When we arrived, there were two long lines to go thru metal detectors where women had to screen their purses, bags and totes. Bags were given more scrutiny than TSA. They were extremely thorough. This led to a jam as friends reunited right at the doors where people formed lines for Will Call. This was chaotic. The theatre itself, while decorative and lovely, had extremely tight seats (thus no backpacks), and sight lines were not good. While the celebration for the 50 years for The Washington Ballet was sublime, the location was mid.

The hot vanilla latte and iced matcha latte with vanilla are my favorites! The cold brew,…read morecappuccino, and flat white are also delicious. The coffee roasted in house here is so smooth and flavorful. The G.O.A.T Bagel with tomato, goat cheese, avocado, and Old Bay seasoning is delicious, as are the açaí bowls! The open area is a great place to work if you like a bustling environment that smells like roasting coffee! There is often limited seating available as it is a popular place for people to sit, chat, and work. For parking longer than 15 minutes, there is a paid lot just up Gallatin street next to the post office. I love the garage door entrance when the weather is nice. Feels like a nice, welcoming, community space.

Vigilante continues to roast and brew very good coffee. There's a richness in their product that…read morekeeps me coming back for more. Whatever Chris Vigilante and his team are doing: keep going, please! The loyalty program is welcome and helps regulars. I've come to enjoy the various baked goods that are for sale. This wasn't always the case. There's been a concerted effort to offer better options. Last visit, I got a pastry knot sprinkled with pistachio nuts that was scrumptious and a yummy almond croissant.