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    Pubkey

    4.6 (13 reviews)
    Open 3:00 pm - 1:00 am (Next day)
    Updated 3 weeks ago

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    Monica G.

    I stopped by on a random Tuesday, and was immediately greeted with a hello and smile from Pablo. Pablo was very nice and helpful along with Jonathan, We chose to sit at the bar, this place let you purchase items using bitcoin and you receive 21% off. The place has been open for 2 weeks and will expand within 6 months with a steakhouse downstairs. I ordered the buffalo tenders and it came with fries, coleslaw and pickles on the side. The tenders were delicious very moist and seasoned good. I ordered 2 drinks which was a specific margarita that included reposada tequila, grand mariner with grapefruit, lime and other fruit juices, very good for $14. (Very similar to Cadillac Margarita) The place itself is huge, they have a large lounge area also, I will definitely return soon.

    Back bar with large room behind it
    Rashidah J.

    This is probably not gonna land with some people, but they changed their fries. Their fries are now incredibly mediocre. They also have a signed, framed picture with DJT's signature adorning the front bar... I'm gonna have to pass from now on.

    Chiquita R.

    I first time in this spot. It was our second stop for the day. I don't recall the name of the drink, the food was good. The service was pretty good from a young college student. He was pretty new but very knowledgeable and pleasant. If I knew I would see him again I definitely would go back. I love great customer service and good convo. I could see myself stopping by again. I'm curious to see how it is when it's a busy time, but it was nice to be able to hear and relax with my friends at the bar. Sidenote: The bathroom is downstairs.

    Cozy ambiance
    Stacey R.

    What a fun bar to pop into! This is a quintessential DC bar for a cold evening with dark wood and great drinks. The 'Washington place' cocktail (essentially an old fashioned) was great, and there was an open table for our party of 5 on a Tuesday night. They had cocktails, wine and beer. It's very close to Carmines and was a perfect spot for a pre- dinner cocktail. Definitely recommend!

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    Tamika D.

    We found this pub while looking for a place within walking distance to grab something to eat during our DC trip. We were greeted when we walked through the door and offered to sit at the bar or table seating. We were advised if we sat at a table we would still need to place our order at the bar as there was no table service so we decided to sit at the bar. Our server was Moses, who had great energy, was able to give us some feedback on the drink menu and the happy hour specials. We decided on a hot dog which was delicious and is served with chips, an order of fries, and our drinks. My sister and I got a Pino Grigio and my cousin got a beer on tap. It was a Friday so the atmosphere was live and people continued to stop in during our visit. We enjoyed our food and our drinks! The only disappointment was we wanted to try their cherry blossom drink but was told they were out of the cherry blossom garnish and could not make the drink. However, I would definitely return if I am ever back in the area:)

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    Food was good. Nice venue. Wouldn't hesitate to return. Would enjoy a con du show or small music show.

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    Cool spot! Burger was AMAZING. The sauce was 10/10. Fries were salty and crispy. Bartenders were friendly and talkative.

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    Pablo was very nice and helpful along with Jonathan, We chose to sit at the bar, this place let you purchase items using bitcoin and you receive 21% off.

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    Great local bar with large rotating craft beer selection. Highly recommend for any beer…read moreenthusiast. They have wine and cocktails as well. They are happy to recommend beer for your taste, and let you sample. It can be very busy and difficult to get a seat at the bar or get a table on a Friday or Saturday evening. We ordered food, and were expecting elevated bar food. The tater tots were a huge disappointment- they were very large squares , bland, and not crispy. The wings were okay. The cheeseburgers were the best- from the restaurant downstairs- mallard. Huge burger, done perfectly medium.

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