Such an amazing beer garden in DC!! Even on a sweltering hot summer day, the cold beer + ample…read moreshade in the (very large) outdoor area keeps me enjoying the outdoors. Even on a busy day, there are plenty of tables to choose from. They also have a well ventilated indoor area. In terms of menu variety, the kitchen serves up a good mix of high-quality bar food along with a few unexpected additions such as the Ribeye Gyro which was honestly phenomenal. Drink-wise, there is a large selection of beers to choose from as well as a few non-beer options such as cider. The bar is also well-equipped for some cocktails. Overall, I'd be here all the time if it were more conveniently located. The staff are all very welcoming / friendly and it's a great space to hang with friends, have some drinks, enjoy (unexpectedly amazing) food, and play some games.

Great spot for Michigan fans to watch a game! We went here on a beautiful Saturday evening for one…read moreof the Final Four games and it was the perfect place to watch the game while sitting in the outside area. My expectations for the food at a place like this are usually pretty low, but what we had here was very good! You can rarely go wrong with a big soft pretzel, and the one here was very good. We also had the chicken nachos. I'm generally not a big nachos fan, but these were better than most because it didn't have the thick caked on down cheese like a lot of places do. We also had the buffalo chicken hoagie, which was quite tasty!

Despite coming in for an already beer-filled Snallygaster weekend, I still felt compelled to try at…read moreleast one DC brewery. And fortunately, I found one that was perfectly right and proper! Before entering, Right and Proper had me won over with their outdoor mural paying homage to Duke Ellington and a who's who of local DC jazz heroes. Upon entering, I was even more blown away by their elaborate and wild indoor murals, especially the dog & cat bathroom art, and the EPIC animal battle centerpiece! Since I came towards the end of their night after the Brewers pizza party at Andy's Pizza, I wasn't particularly hungry. But I did make note of their cheese counter, where you could purchase offerings like Midnight Moon, Willoughby, and Morbier by the plate or to go by the pound. They also had a good selection of handhelds, appetizers, dinner, and brunch offerings. However, the best thing might be that, during the unpredictable government shutdown, they had the option to pay a meal or a beer forward to a neighbor in need. I also managed to enjoy their Brussel sprouts that delivered a pleasant umami bomb with its sweet Thai chili sauce and crushed peanuts. For beers, they had a right and proper mix that went beyond the IPA overload, while also having good ones like their Big Tomorrow west coast IPA. Their flights came at a reasonable price and allowed me to enjoy offerings like their Haxan robust porter, Senate Maerzen Marzen Oktoberfest style ale, and Super Carina Italian Pilsner. Factor in all of the above and a good selection of brewery games and table spaces, and they had everything I look for in a solid brewery!

​There's no denying that Right Proper is a cornerstone of the Shaw community. Whether you're…read moresitting inside by the mural or grabbing a spot near the windows, the atmosphere is always inviting and authentically DC. ​ ​The Food: We kept it simple this visit. I went with the Thai Chicken Wings and my friend had the Burger. Both were perfectly fine "pub grub"--solid options if you're hungry while grabbing a drink, even if they didn't necessarily steal the show. They're reliable, standard bites that pair well with their tap list. ​The Service: This is where Right Proper really shines. The staff is consistently friendly and welcoming, which is exactly what you want in a local haunt. You never feel rushed, and the service keeps the good vibes going. ​ ​While the food was a bit middle-of-the-road for us this time, the excellent service and neighborhood feel make it a place I'll keep coming back to. It's a great spot to catch up with friends, enjoy a unique house beer, and soak in the local energy.

This place has a wide selection of beer on tap! Great outdoor open air seating. If the weather is…read moreright, this is the place! Highly recommend to relax with a cold one!

I went for a friend's birthday. But if you're looking for a beer "garden" to watch games and/or…read morejust hang out with friends, Aslin is the place to go. Though they do offer some non-beer options, this location may not be ideal for those who don't prefer beer. Be prepared to know what you want to order... especially when they are busy. The day I went there were World Cup games and a UFC fight on. So the venue was PACKED. I felt the person behind the register was losing patience as we tried to figure what to drink.

This is a foodie delight. Carries many products that are hard to find these days. I was overjoyed…read moreto see a bottle of sherry vinegar here that I hadn't been able to purchase anywhere else for months. The staff is very good; knowledgeable about their inventory and lets you browse without pestering. It's a triangular space and a heck of a lot has been put on the shelves and in the nooks and crannies. The way things are displayed in the store is helpful. There's an intelligence about it, always meticulously maintained. It's become a part of my shopping routine. I'm happy to support an independent business that's locally-founded and managed.

Perfect little neighborhood grocery for you more niche items. It's interesting to just walk around…read moreand see whats in stock but chances are you'll still end up leaving with something! Employees are very kind and the prepared food was pretty tasty.

My boyfriend and I went to Dacha Beer Garden (Shaw) for an afternoon date and it was such a vibe…read more The patio was full but still felt cozy and fun lots of energy without feeling chaotic. The sunlight coming through the big windows and umbrellas made everything feel warm and relaxed. It's definitely one of those spots that feels very DC weekend.We ordered the giant pretzel with cheese and mustard and it was SO good soft, warm, perfectly salted, and ideal for sharing. The fries were crispy and seasoned just right. We also tried a couple of beers (the grapefruit one was especially good and refreshing), and everything paired perfectly with the food. It's casual but still cute enough to make it a real date. You can sit, talk, enjoy your drinks, and not feel rushed. I'd absolutely come back, especially on a sunny day. Perfect for daytime dates, meeting friends, or just enjoying good vibes in Shaw.

Stopped in before the recent Nats series against the Phillies to "pre-game" (excuse the pun)…read more Directly across the street from the stadium, good luck finding ANY street parking, so unless you live in the area, do yourself a favor and take the Metro to the Navy Yards neighborhood. Dacha Beer Garden is an interesting set-up. Walk up to the host stand and get your hand stamped before gaining entry to the dining area; more on the hand stamp later. The interior is ginormous and the "walls" are heavy duty plastic with the center of the room having an open ceiling for natural lighting. This being summer, it was a thousand degrees, but all of the fans on the highest setting, did a good job of circulating the air. Dacha does have one of the better Happy Hour deals for DC (see picture for current specials). I came with a large group of 10+, so we all ordered a bunch of items to share. I sampled the blood orange hefeweizen, which was slightly citrusy and added brightness to the smooth wheat beer. The fried shrimp was surprisingly delicous and tasted quite fresh. I was expecting reheated previously frozen and heavily battered shrimp; but this was not the case. Each piece had a nice snappy bite and lightly battered with good seasoning. I would've liked more of the dipping sauce, but a squeeze of the roasted lemon gave some needed acidity. Also snacked on some of the curry wurst, which tbh was waaay too sweet. Fries were good though and not soggy. Service was a bit slow, but to be expected since I only observed three servers for the entire dining space. The runners did an admirable job of delivering food/beverages after we placed our orders. Regarding the hand stamp, the restrooms are located directly across the courtyard at Jackie (https://www.yelp.com/biz/jackie-washington-4?osq=jackie%27s). So you'll need to show the host at Jackie the hand stamp to use the facilites and then again to return to Dacha. Even if I wasn't in Navy Yards for a Nats game, I would return to the Dacha Beer Garden. We all had an enjoyable experience, but the only slight detraction is the non-Happy Hour prices are on the higher side. But this is only a minor gripe since that's any place in 2025 when dining out. Of course, Dacha is expected to be loud, service somewhat slow, and usually crowded. All the things a good beer garden should be.

I had not been to this divy bar in years. We're talking before the pandemic when I just happened to…read morestumble upon some old high school friends that I literally have not seen since graduation. The occasion then was happy hour and I recall having a great time, but I never actually wrote a review. While out celebrating for my birthday, I walked by and I saw that they have all night happy hour on Mondays. And much to my joy, it was Monday, so after dinner my girlfriend and I came back and stopped in. A lot of places tend to be closed on Mondays, and don't even think about looking for a happy hour late at night! As I said earlier, the place is divy, but the staff are really nice and they know how to make their drinks. I lost track of how many tequila shots I had, but we had a great time and I couldn't have thought of him or chill way to bring in my birthday. I am not sure exactly when I'm coming back, but it is definitely going to stay in my rotation of bars when the time seems appropriate. By the way, happy hour specials include both drinks and food.

Honestly, I can't speak to the overall quality of this spot since I went for a Survivor DC event,…read morebut it was perfect for that. There's enough space in the back for groups as you chat and catch up. They have all sorts of drinks without a steep price tag. Murals decorate the walls. It's a short walk to the U Street Metro making it very accessible.

Came here after a lingering afternoon across the street at the beer garden. Hankering for some pub…read moregrub, my daughter and I shared some pickle spears and we each had a burger. Service was good from this eclectic bunch of waitstaff, but it was pleasant and efficient. The fried pickle spears were not breaded enough, but the remoulade dipping sauce was a nice change from the typical ranch dressing. Our "standard" burgers were char-grilled, greasy and perfectly seasoned. The double fried fries were crispy and tasty. Will have to return to try some of their BBQ offerings, but if you are in need of a burger, don't overlook this spot either!

Awesome spot to enjoy food and drinks! And the COVID system is awesome. You add your name to a…read morewaitlist to be seated outdoors. You also place your order and pay online so they try to keep it as contact free as possible. I had the rose cider and ordered mac and cheese, hush puppies and fries...because I was trying to be healthy. I enjoyed everything! My friends ordered the burger and onion rings and enjoyed it as well. Prices are very reasonable. They also have outdoor heaters so they'll be well prepared for winter and colder weather. We were also treated to a round of the offshoot hazy ipa since the brewmaster happened to be here. He bought a round for everyone and it was really nice of him! I look forward to coming back!

I keep coming here each weekend, hoping the experience changes but it's always terrible…read more I keep getting the same waiter, a gentleman with glasses, and he's so dismissive and snotty it makes it hard to enjoy treating myself. I genuinely believe that because there is an automatic 20% gratuity added that he does the absolute least in being helpful. He served me cold Irish coffee today and I asked why it was cold and he disappeared to the back without a word and when he came back I asked again why, thinking he didn't hear me, and he dismissively said he was brewing more and it was cold because of thermal dynamics. He never once said "I'm so sorry it was cold--I am happy to brew more" it was just silence and then dismissiveness, for no good reason. Also he was at the table up front folding napkins and a customer came in asking for a to-go order and he told them to look in the red box for it (I guess that's a heating station?) so weird and rude when he himself should have gotten up to assist the gentleman and look in the box himself for him. Finally I was disappointed recently when I asked for my app and pizza to come out separately (shouldn't even have to be said of course) and when they came out at the same time he dismissively said "Oh so the kitchen was too efficient?" Very difficult and very not okay to have to deal with this as a paying customer who is just looking for a nice night/brunch out.

Came here because we live nearby and someone recommended it to us. They specifically recommended…read morethe garlic knots.....well....we were not disappointed and quickly saw what the garlic knots hype was all about. They are a standout here. They have great patio seating which is perfect in the summer. This is a great place because you can order as a table or individually on a QR code so no need to fuss splitting checks or anything like that. The pizza was also great! We had one sausage and one pepperoni. The sausage was nice and spicy and overall a nice surprise. We enjoyed our time here, the service was a little slow but it was a busy Friday night - so we get it!

Came here yesterday for the first time during happy hour at the recommendation of a friend. He said…read morethe burger was delicious and he was absolutely right. We sat outside on the patio. Lots of seating and pet friendly if that's your thing. The happy hour includes some beer, wine and rail drinks+mixer. Pretty affordable in today's economy. I will take a pic next visit because I will return. The burger and fries is not on happy hour but was a great price and portion at 18 dollars. I also had another mezcal based cocktail that was well made. Me and my friend enjoyed our drinks, food and service and will return.

Just had to say the flank steak was great.. The bartender was very warm and friendly. Multiple…read morestaff members asked how things were going / if they could get me anything. Both inside and outside were quiet and quaint. Absolutely plan on coming again.

Great liquor store in Columbia Heights. Selection is nice and curated. The items here are mid to…read morehigh end but prices are reasonable. Service is fast and friendly.

Don't go get the shots one too many times (literally only at the end of the month) , the clerks get…read moremad at the sight of you & decides to take the shots (about 30-50) off the shelf ! I thought the purpose was to make money and build a rapport with your customers so that they WANT to come back. Yeah apparently not!