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    Smoke & Mirrors

    3.3 (314 reviews)
    Closed 11:00 am - 2:00 pm, 5:00 PM - 12:00 AM (Next day)
    Updated 1 month ago

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    Nordic Nectar
    Cedric J.

    Visited DC and went for drinks on my birthday! For one I love the ambiance and inviting lounge seating. It's dim, but not so dark which I loved. The views are impeccable and I loved the drinks. I went with my server's recommendations for drinks and enjoyed myself. My favorite was the Nordic Nectar, perfect for a spring/summer sip!

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    Katie N.

    We haven't been to smoke and mirrors in years and decided to give it another chance. They have had some improvements over the years and the food seems to have e gotten better. Their drinks are still great as I noted in my first review. We had the chicken wings and fries and the birria tacos. Everyone seemed to enjoy the food for the table and we would get these items again. Smoke and mirrors is still a place for before or after drinks if in the area.

    Bobbi D.

    Will have to come back...came for the rooftop deck but it was closed (not sure why) - but the floor to ceiling windows made it such a vibe. The view is amazing. So much unique comfortable seating. Great service. Extensive menu. Bathroom is so cool - gender inclusive washing area with mirror and individual bathrooms. I want to come back!

    Mushroom flat bread
    Stuart O.

    I guess I'm between a 3 and a 4, and rounded up. The location is beautiful. We sat outside, roof top, view of the Capitol on a beautiful night. The drink menu was interesting. I got two cocktails. The second was a little too sweet, and too much going on. The flatbread and fries were delicious.

    View from our seats on roof top
    Becky H.

    I came here with two friends to celebrate. We had a great spot on the rooftop. Our waitress was super nice. She was delayed in giving me a drink so she gave me the first one on the house which I thought was very nice. I didn't even complain and she just did it. The food was great, but we ordered way too much. The views of the capitol were great - fun party spot and definitely a go to if we come back to DC. My photo doesn't do it justice.

    The beautiful view of the city of D.C.
    Nessa R.

    Smoke & Mirrors ooh la la! I've been here before but never for date night! I came twice, once for an event but since it was a private party I didn't get to experience the venue like a date night! I learned that there are two entrances, one on the side of the hotel and one through the lobby of the AC Hotel. Service both times were great! Food, well Let's Get Into It! Crab Dip: Super Good! Short Rib: LITERALLY amazing!!!!! Salmon Salad: Delicious! Everything met or exceeded expectations! That short rib was dreamy! Drinks were great too! Definitely the "cool" kids playground! Sexy! Date Night worthy! Girlfriend's night out worthy!

    Me
    Sunshine L.

    Part 2 of my birthday weekend . Best part about this restaurant is the view of the capital and the overall ambiance! Menu didn't have to many options and the options were basic, but I will say I really enjoyed my tacos. Waiter was kind . Drinks were pretty and effective lol .

    Latrika W.

    The views at Smoke & Mirrors are definitely five stars, but unfortunately, the customer service leaves much to be desired. This is the main reason I cannot rate this place five stars solely based on the view. There are many other rooftop restaurants and lounges in the DMV area with far better service. We decided to visit Smoke & Mirrors for the first time last Friday (August 22nd). The weather was perfect, and when we arrived, it wasn't too busy. We were seated quickly, but we waited quite a while before our waiter finally approached us. My boyfriend inquired about the specialty drinks, but the waiter simply told us to check the menu. When I asked which tequilas they offered, he was unaware. We also asked if he could recommend any starters, but he didn't suggest anything. The interaction felt awkward, as if we were interrupting his break. We quickly began to regret our decision to dine here and wished we had chosen another restaurant. On a positive note, the food was delicious. We started with the crab dip and lamb skewers, both of which were so generous in portion that we ended up taking our entrees to go. The starters were fantastic, and we were glad we chose them. For our entrees, we both ordered the Mexican kale Caesar salad with added seafood and chicken, which we enjoyed later at home. While the food and ambiance were amazing, the poor service is the reason I'm hesitant to return. After dropping off the check and processing our payment, the waiter approached us twice to remind us to sign the receipt, which frustrated both of us. It seemed like he was more interested in ensuring a tip than providing good service. I left a tip of 15%, but I would have given my usual amount if the service had been better. We noticed him doing the same at another table. Smoke & Mirrors has the potential to be one of the hottest spots to enjoy when the weather is nice, but unless we're served by someone else, we won't be coming back.

    Tameka R.

    I wanna began and say the decor here is sooo beautiful . I booked a Sunday reservation for 2 at 2 pm to take my daughter's father out for his belated birthday . We were seated at the sunniest table ever. I asked for a shady spot apparently there was no open tables for that but it most certainly was when I looked around. Our server told us brunch was over at 3pm mind you we got there at 2 pm. We ordered our drinks after melting in the sun for 20 mins she told us she would be right back to take our food order but never came back after another 20 mins. The young ladies next to us were experiencing the same issue. The service was sooo bad I just got up and walked out and went to find something else to eat I wanted to order the chicken and waffles so bad but was sooo disappointed that I couldn't eat.

    Daisa J.

    In my top 5 best and favorite brunch. The hangover pizza was savory. The wings were good. I liked the catfish and grits and french toast. Drinks were strong and tasted good, customer service was great, lots of recommendations from staff. Parking not so great, parking really expensive in the area my only pet peeve.

    Kelci S.

    We checked out Smoke & Mirrors after going to Uncorked DC at the Nationals Stadium. Surprisingly, we were able to grab some first come, first serve seats outside with no reservations. The jerk shrimp tacos & crab dip did the trick for us. Of course everything was a little pricey, but the food came out hot & fresh. The music and views were on point, and we had a good time!

    Chicken & Waffles  Southern Hot Honey Chicken, Dill pickles, chives, & cheddar cheese.
    Olajuwon N.

    ~ Amazing Staff ... Amazing Staff ... Amazing Staff~ I went on a Sunday to check out the brunch vibes, it I had a great time. It was too crowned & I love the space they have. I started off sitting outside and ordering the bottomless mimosas while listening to the amazing DJ. I forgot her name, but she said she's always there & only plays there. So, I hate scanning QR codes to access a menu, that really bugs me for some reason. Then, I had to go to the bar & order my drinks. Mind you , I got the bottomless mimosas. So I had to go back and fourth like I was a waiter . Super tacky . I ended up just moving inside right behind the D.j booth. From there, the amazing barber started bringing me my drinks. She was love !! From there , it was uphill. I ordered Old Bay dry rub wings, which were a 10. I'm def in love with their wings now. I also got the chicken and waffles . 7/10. This was better than expected . Which is enough for me to come back. Thanks to the staff, I was able to hang around a little to chat with the bartender & D.j about culture .. Music culture.. The D.C .. & Art .. It was a vibe. Trust me. I'm all for Smoke & Mirrors & will be bringing some friends with me next time. Hope you all enjoy.

    The Maverick
    Anirudh J.

    This is a cute date night spot with a great view of the Capital Building! The hidden-ness of this place makes it a great spot to eat at and marvel at the views of our Capital without the crowd. The service was nothing exemplary, but it wasn't bad either. They were great and friendly, but nothing stood out. For the food and drinks, I started with the Maverick. This refreshing gin-based drink is clean and crisp! Not too sweet or sour. For food, I ordered the Thai Curry Mussels, which came with a side of grilled focaccia to soak up the Thai curry. The flaky salt on top of the grilled focaccia was a great pairing with the curry flavors. I wasn't expecting that many mussels (which I'm not disappointed about) and there were cooked well! I wish the mussels were marinated in the Thai before it was served so the mussels could get more of that sweet Thai curry flavor! For dessert, I got a red velvet cake with strawberry ice cream! It was decadent, but I would like to see a lighter cream cheese frosting, it was very dense for the moist cake. Overall, I'd recommend this place for a date night! The views are great (but don't tell the tourists )!

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    Ask the Community - Smoke & Mirrors

    Is there parking?

    They don't specifically have a parking lot or garage. Street parking is surrounding the venue. LAZ Parking is at Whole Foods, 101 H St. SE. Or you can valet at AC Hotel.

    Do they take walk ins for the rooftop bar or need reservations?

    I made reservations. Glad i did because almost every out door table was full. Especially if its a nice day.

    Is this place ok for kids?

    Nope. It's a mature adult vibe.

    Is music played here late night? What genre?

    It's just laid back music. Nothing like a club. It's an upscale lounge. Serves drinks and food.

    Is it really busy/crowded on Friday or Saturday nights? Do they allow standing at the bar area without reservations?

    Yes it is. I highly recommend a reservation for those days. You could go to the bar without it but doubt you'll be able to find space there

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