A Spectacular Journey Through Washington, D.C…read more The views throughout Washington, D.C. are nothing short of breathtaking. I started by taking in the skyline from a rooftop, which set the tone for what would become a truly unforgettable tour. The vantage point from the Marine Corps Memorial was powerful and inspiring, with Arlington Cemetery stretching solemnly behind it, reminding me of the deep history and sacrifice embedded in this city. Standing at the Lincoln Memorial, I was able to see the iconic sweep of the National Mall, the Washington Monument rising proudly in the distance. Walking down toward it, every step felt like strolling through the center of American history. Cutting across to the Jefferson Memorial, I was greeted by a beautiful structure perfectly reflected in the surrounding waters--absolutely outstanding. From there, I could look back across the Mall and glimpse the White House anchored in the heart of the capital. That view alone was gorgeous. Approaching the Washington Monument up close was awe-inspiring, its height dominating the city's horizon. The next day, I continued this incredible journey by seeing the White House from all sides--the north, the west, and the south--each angle offering a different look at one of the most recognizable buildings in the world. Finally, strolling down the streets lined with federal institutions--from the Department of Labor, to the IRS, to the Securities and Exchange Commission--really showcased the power and importance of the nation's government at work. And as a perfect finale, I arrived at the magnificent Capitol Building on Capitol Hill, standing proudly above it all. From start to finish, the views around Washington, D.C. are stunning, historical, and moving--a visual reminder of the incredible story of America.

What a cool place to show off the hub of the DMV! From 31…read morefloors up and not including the outside observation deck, you can see all of the DMV for several miles on a clear day. This is the perfect place to bring new visitors to this area to see all the major landmarks all at once. Ofcr. Adams was kind enough to escort me to the observation floor and point out all the cool places to show off on my next visit! Despite the city atmosphere, parking is pretty decent and the Rosslyn Metro is right across the street.

I went to Top of the Town for a work event, and it was amazing. You can't beat the views of DC…read more Love the vendors that they partner with, and the staff is always amazing. Sheridan was super helpful not only through the planning process but onsite.

We chose Top of the Town (TotT) as the site for our 40th Wedding Anniversary Party. Our party was…read morefabulous. First, the location is fantastic. The Iwo Jima Memorial is directly opposite the Top of the Town building. Floor-to-ceiling windows look out over the Potomac River and have views of all the significant buildings in Washington, DC. The inside is spacious - we had 92 guests seated at ten tables, and there was plenty of space for the dance floor, drinks table, and dessert table. We also took advantage of the outside patio because we had great weather, and after sunset, many of us went outside to watch the full moon rise. Catering was provided by Genesis Delight Catering, a company that has experience serving food at TotT and knows the kitchens. The event staff at the TotT are experienced and friendly and will ensure that your event is the best it can be. We enthusiastically recommend this event space. Sheridan Dalier, the event coordinator at TotT, provided generous assistance before our event when we were in the planning stages. She was friendly, experienced, and very helpful. When we learned we could hire Sheridan to help us during our party to take care of the final set-up, last-minute fixes, and any surprises, we gave an enthusiastic "Yes, please." For example, she ensured the audio-visual system had the correct cord to show our slides. She kept track of the gifts we received. She handled questions and requests from our guests. As the evening's event coordinator, Sheridan's help was important, making a great evening even better! We enthusiastically recommend Sheridan Dalier's services as event coordinator.

Lovely place! I was so surprised. I went for an animal rescue event. Evidently, the Center is…read moreavailable for rental. Amazing facility for a small neighborhood center. Super clean. Has a nice sized commercial kitchen and another smaller room that opens for a bar. There is a long side area with a wall of windows like a long indoor sunroom area. Can't recommend this place enough. They do have strict rules for cleanup afterwards perhaps that's why it's so well maintained.

Great facility for hosting community events with a park in the backyard. What more can you ask…read morefor? I came here a few weeks ago to help a local animal shelter with a fundraising event and I wa pleasantly surprised with the size of this building. It has a very large kitchen and plenty of room for dining as well as a side room for use. I'm not sure what they charge, but it is a really great venue for the area.

I have to preface this by saying I came here solely looking for Jerk at Nite! I guess all of their…read moreDC locations are now closed.. and they have now partnered with 1942 to sell their food. I tried calling before going, no answer. I tried ordering online, their website said the system was unavailable. We went and ordered take out and it look 40 minutes, when there were maybe 5 people inside. On top of that there was a 20% fee added for the takeout food which is crazy to me. (also it's a lounge so my man was patted down by security.. crazy just for some food) The only upside was that the prices were cheaper than they were at the H Street location. The Jerk Mac Box was $15 , as were the Jerk Nachos.

I stopped by 1942 on a Friday night around 10p - overall I had a good time but I wish I liked the…read morespot more. Overall, I'd say it's not high on my list to return to. 1942 has a small "rooftop" area - there is a semi covered back patio that seats approximately 15 people. Unfortunately, the music that is playing inside from the DJ doesn't get played outside very loudly so the space feels pretty disconnected from the main bar inside. Also, the space isn't very large; after a few minutes of sitting outside another group came outside to smoke (not hookah or cigs) which made my group retreat back inside to get some oxygen because it felt like they were smoking right on top of us. Bar service was good overall - the bartender move through drinks orders quickly and warmly. We had 3 drinks for $40ish which unfortunately is the standard for the lounge vibe spots. I'm always impressed when bartenders make their own lemonade for drinks - my whiskey/lemonade was delicious. The DJ inside was on fire - played a nice mix of top 40 hip hop and rap, trap, and dancehall music. We wanted to dance but unfortunately there wasn't much space upstairs. 'A' for atmosphere though - could've definitely gotten a party started had there been more space. Worth noting - the bottom floor was 100% empty. So maybe that's the option if you want to have a bit more space to dance and spread out? There is very little standing room upstairs - if you're not seated at the bar or at a table, downstairs may be the better play.

One would not expect to find a 5-star restaurant on the Georgetown campus, but that's exactly what…read moreHilltop Taproom is. Their chef is so experienced, that you'll find creative and delicious entrees, salads and desserts on the menu. I was so blown away by the glazed carrots with pistachios, the super juicy burger, and the orange filo cake. The cocktails are also perfect! I loved the staff too - super friendly, informed, and working students! Highly recommend this restaurant for anyone in the area - not just students! (Visitors on student tours should definitely eat here!)

A big, clean, and nice building at the heart of Clarendon Arlington VA. It's easy to find it…read more Parking: Free. Location: Great! Close to Wholefoods, Apple Store, etc...

From the owner: Welcome to the General Gordon R. Sullivan Conference and Event Center at the headquarters of the…read moreAssociation of the United States Army, home to an inviting meeting facility with advanced technologies and amenities that will exceed all your conference and event expectations. We have 2 large conference rooms with prefunction rooms attached and 6 boardrooms to meet your needs. We are located two blocks from the Courthouse Arlington Metro and we are attached to the Hyatt Courthouse Arlington through a convenient breezeway.

So we wanted to love this place. It's really spacious and we love the concept. Food was great with…read morevegan options to share. It was First Friday and being our first time, we accidentally booked the normal rate instead of the first Friday rate. When we tried to have this fixed, the staff wasn't super thrilled but ended up applying this to our tab and refunding the rest. This is all fine, and we appreciate the gesture. The main issue was the attitude from the staff who did not make us feel very welcomed and we felt like we were being a huge burden even being at the venue. Our server Diamond was great. We are just hesitant to go again and feel unwelcomed.

Food looked good, but I didn't try any of the options this evening. I came just to play ping-pong…read morewith friends while also watching some of the March Madness games. Service was great! Atmosphere is really fun! Laughter all around. They also have some other games to play in the bar area. Parking...well, this around the corner from the Warner Theater and, well, you might get lucky and find a street parking spot, but I think you're better off just parking in a parking garage nearby.

A few friends and I went to see W. Kamau Bell at the Kennedy center and decided to grab dinner and…read moredrinks at the Reach before the show. First things first...... make reservations! We did and I'm glad. The bar area was cozy but it was nice and we were able to find a place to sit while we waited for our reservation time. That place gets very busy since every one is doing the same thing -waiting for their performance. The view of the river and the planes coming in was phenomenal Al. The atmosphere was just adults all have a good time. I enjoyed the vibe. Our waiter was great, the hostess was great. No complaints at all. I had the jumbo crab cakes(see pic). They were very flavorful and did nit need the sauce. I had that Ali g with a Caesar salad which was large enough to share. Also, the crème brûlée with a coffee. My total came to about $108 before tip. Not complaining it was a great evening, great food and great company.

The REACH is a new campus right next to the main Kennedy Center building with the goal of…read moredemocratizing inspiration. It's a campus for all people breaking the barriers between the audience and art. The campus itself is three buildings above ground and a world of theaters, spaces, and classrooms underground. Every element on campus is named after something in JFK's life. For example, one of the classrooms for children is named Macaroni after Caroline Kennedy's pet horse. These rooms host local artists offering dance classes, performances, and more. The designer wants visitors to pay attention to what's there and what's not. To that end, there's lots of open space. Above ground is the largest green roof in the city with gardens and pathways. There's a cafe and at some point a full service restaurant. Everywhere you turn will inspire creativity and connection. It's a beautiful space truly for the people.

Two arguably critically important facets of a successful event space are:…read more 1) Comfortable room temperature 2) Working restrooms Powerhouse had neither of these for a $100 beer festival this afternoon. From what I heard, the men's room flooded and it impacted the women's room too, so they only had two single stall bathrooms upstairs and the longest line, which took away from time that could've been spent tasting beers and mingling with the brewery reps. I understand things happen, but dang. Rough. It was also stupid hot. I know it's only May, but fans were not enough to cool down an event space filled with loads of people. If they did have a/c on, it did a really poor job of cooling the space. I would not go to an event being hosted at this venue in the future.

Looks like they've once again shut their doors. I've tried to reach out on Instagram and FB with no…read moreresponse. Sad to see broken links and phone numbers that don't actually work listed. If you are no longer open you shouldn't be listed

BLUF: Great view, ok…read morefood, bar area / hightops very busy. We arrived at 5:30 and almost all "dinner" tables were wide open, and stayed open during the 1 1/2 hour we were there, but we were told we would need to go to bar area since we didn't have a reservation. The view is spectacular. Sometimes you can even see guard walking on the White House roof! Food is good. Servings are decent and the flavor is fresh and inviting. Truffle fries are delicious! I especially love the freshly grated parmesan. Burgers are big & juicy... a little greasy would be my only complaint.

So let me start here: this place is the exact reason I despise going out in Washington, DC…read more Yesterday was a beautiful afternoon--perfect weather, everybody outside living their best life. And if you know DC, then you know rooftops are not rare. They are everywhere. So the real question becomes: what exactly makes your rooftop worth it? Because let me tell you--VUE Rooftop is not it. Now, I will give credit where it is due. The atmosphere was nice. It was busy (expected), crowded (also expected), but oddly... no music. No available seating. Again, not shocking for a day like that. Fine. I make my way to the bar. I order a vodka water. Let me be very clear--a Tito's and water. H2O. Not infused. Not blessed. Not life-changing. The bartender was actually great--friendly, accommodating, even went to the kitchen to grab cucumber for me. No complaints there. When he asked if I wanted to start a tab, I did what any rational adult does--I asked for the price first. He smiles politely and says, "With taxes and service charge, that'll be $33." I'm sorry... what? Please refer to the picture I posted because I need witnesses. Thirty-three dollars. For a 6 oz drink. Y'all, I wanted to cuss so bad, but I also wanted Yelp to keep this review up--so just imagine the words I'm choosing not to type. Absolutely not. NO. SIR. Close my tab immediately. I turn to my friends to share this nonsense, and my friend casually says, "I just paid $130 for three shots and a vodka tonic." At that point, we were not just shocked--we were offended. There is nothing--nothing--about this place that justifies those prices except the fact that it sits dead center in tourist territory. And they know it. And they are banking on it. Shame on them. Do yourself a favor: keep your coins. There are plenty of rooftops in DC with better vibes, actual music, available seating, and drinks that do not require a small financial commitment. This one? Hard pass.