Golden Age is a must for cocktail fans. The drinks, both in terms of quality and options, are 10/10. They organize the menu based on base spirit and offer a variety of different drinks in each section. The options are a great mix of classics and originals. The Alaska is amazing, a lemony gin martini variation with yellow chartreuse, served in a sexy nick and Nora glass. Another highlight for me: the employees only, which balances fernet with Montenegro and averna in a delicious, bitter treat. Whatever you prefer, they'll have something you'll enjoy. There are few cocktail bars in the city with a wider selection, and nothing I've tried here over the years has disappointed. Also 10/10: the ambiance. It's dark and classy, with Mucha paintings behind the looong bar, cozy booths tucked away in the corners, and a solid Playlist setting the mood. They're great for any occasion - casual nights out, date nights, or even group outings (I have seen them closed for private events like wedding receptions and bdays in the past). They also have a great, underrated happy hour. Special are available even on weekends and change everyday. You can get discounts on food and drinks for maximum happiness. The one area where they miss the mark a bit is food, which is very hit or miss. The Mac and cheese should be avoided - it is totally bland, one of the worst Mac and cheese dishes I've ever had. The burger, however, is excellent. It is a thick double patties smashburger with thick pickles and cheese - it is simple but very good, tender, with great cheesy flavor. It's served with a side of seasoned fries that hit the spot as well. They're a gem, highly recommended. read more

Cocktail bar with a few apps + a burger for food I met up with a group of people here and I was very impressed with both the drink I got and the burger. They were both phenomenal read more

We were excited to try Golden Age, but unfortunately the experience fell short. The wait staff was not very responsive, and after sitting for quite a while we eventually had to go up to the bar ourselves just to place an order. Even after that, the follow-up service remained fairly lukewarm throughout the meal. Another disappointment was the happy hour advertising. There was a blackboard in the restaurant/bar stating happy hour was every day from 5-7 p.m., so we reasonably assumed the drinks we ordered would qualify. Only at the end did we learn that happy hour applied only to cocktails specifically listed on the menu, which was not clearly explained to us and was a first for us at any restaurant. We paid our bill, left a tip that reflected the level of service we received, and left feeling underwhelmed overall. The atmosphere has potential, but clearer communication and more attentive service would make a big difference read more

I knew this spot would be cool because I love The Mirror and it's the same group. The emerald green really sets a moody scene and the servers are sweet. Each drink was delicious and the music is never too loud to have great conversation. The lamb kebab was to die for and I easily could've tried some of the other meals as well. I'll 100% be back! read more

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decent cocktails, solid burger, good happy hour. the burger is half price on Tuesday which is a steal. thicker double "smash", good flavor and cheese, ok bun, needs a bit more sauce, good pickle. HH is 5-7 I believe read more

I really wanted to like The Golden Age, but the experience left me underwhelmed. I ordered two tequila-based cocktails, the fingerling potatoes, hanger steak sandwich, crab fritters, and a shared plate of kebabs. Across the board, the theme was the same: everything lacked flavor. The drinks were passable--neither bad nor good--but nothing I'd come back for. Service didn't elevate the night either. It was hard to get the waitress's attention, and the overall attentiveness felt mediocre. The vibe of the space itself was pleasant enough, but I couldn't shake the confusion about what the restaurant was trying to be. Was it a cocktail bar with some food options, or a full restaurant with a serious bar program? Right now, it feels stuck in between and doesn't excel at either. In good conscience, I can't recommend The Golden Age beyond maybe grabbing a drink in a nice setting. But doesn't really seem worth it for the price. read more

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Welcome to my faavvoorriitteee cocktail bar in all of DC. Once you enter, you immediately feel the warmth and richness of the mahogany decor and soothing music. I recently went on a Sunday where they have live jazz, and the ambiance this created was truly unmatched. The bartenders are incredibly friendly and equally skilled, making the best dirty martini money can buy. Ugh, The Golden Age, stay a while, won't you? read more

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This is my favorite bar in DC. I was told the burgers were great and they absolutely were. The decor, the cocktails and the service were all outstanding. Honestly, 10/10 across the board. And the staff were fun and funny and right on top of things. I don't think my glass was ever empty for more than a minute. This is my new go-to spot in DC. read more

A really cute cocktail lounge in DuPont! We came here as a late night spot and I totally recommend. They have a pretty solid food menu, bigger than I had thought, but a smaller late night bites menu. The burger is on the menu always and is killer! So good, a perfect end of the night bite. The cocktails were also awesome! They have a solid menu and really knowledge bartenders who can really make you anything. The place is cute and classy inside so for sure worth a stop in if you're in the area! read more

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We came here to hit happy hour and it was a good time! They opened late the night we came so we had an hour of HH to enjoy. The ambiance is nice, very low lit, romantic vibes and the wallpaper/decor is a fun vibe (ignore the people using their phone flashlights to read the menu and struggle by candlelight like the rest of us!) Service was solid and we really liked our drinks. I had the spicy bees knees and the punchy hot honey really stepped it up. I likely wouldn't come back here in favor of other cocktail bars but it was a cute night out! read more

Dropped by with a friend for a drink since we were in the area. It was packed. After perusing the drink list, I selected the Daiquiri No. 5. Not many of the drinks excited me as they were mostly classic cocktails, but I love a clarified drink so I gave it a try. It was really good. We missed their happy hour, so I would come back and give that and their food a try if I was in the area. The service was subpar. read more

The Golden Age - Daiquiri No. 5 - Cocktail Bars Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

Cozy spot in DuPont circle. Came to enjoy drinks while also enjoying a dessert of beignets. Cocktails were tasty. Service was attentive. Grabbed a table after we walked in even on a busy night. Good vibes for friends hanging out or maybe even a date night. read more

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The Golden Age is one of my new favorite spots in the city! I had always passed by when coming from my nail appointments and was excited to pop in on a Thursday evening. The ambiance is unmatched! I felt as though I was transported to the 1920s. Gorgeous lighting and attention to detail. This is a sister bar to The Mirror (downtown) and resembles a similar style menu / drinks. I could see this as a great spot to start the night before dinner. Decent prices for food and drinks. I enjoyed the Confit potatoes - very well cooked, dusted with cheese, and lots of flavor in each bite. I am very excited for my next visit! read more

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Cute spot to go for cocktails! Dimly lit and beautifully designed. We were able to get a table for all 6 of us. It wasn't busy when we arrived, but more people came in as we were about to leave. Delicious cocktails and a nice atmosphere. They do have low alcohol and non alcoholic options too. The staff was nice and friendly. The guy checking IDs outside played rock paper scissors with us so we could get in. We lost but of course, he was kidding and still let us go in. LOL read more

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Golden Age is a fun old school DC restaurant with an almost speakeasy type vibe and fantastic cocktails. Definitely take advantage of their happy hour. I recommend having a reservation, but we arrived shortly after they opened at 5pm and were able to snag a table for two. Their food menu is just the right size: appetizers, small plates and a few entrees. We tried a few of the small plates and then ordered the pub burger and chicken kabobs for our main dishes. I highly recommend the lamb kabob as well. The confit potatoes are tasty too. My husband said his burger was on point. I enjoyed the chicken kabobs with couscous. We finished with some yummy beignets. Our server was awesome. She made some great cocktail and food recommendations. We will be back. Thanks for a great evening in DC. :-) read more

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Boss took a couple of us here after our meetings for the day ended. We were seated in the lounge. The place has a kind of kooky but cool vibe. The decor kind of reminded me of something from the 1890s. But still pretty elegant and comfy. They have a menu of classic and modern cocktails, plus late-night eats. We ordered a number of small plates and platters to share, Everyone enjoyed what we ordered and no one needed dinner afterwards. Good service too. Great way to unwind after a day of business meetings. read more

Happened to stumble upon this hidden gem in DuPont and I'm so glad I did! The bar was so fun. The drinks were great, albeit expensive, and the ambiance was very cool. The staff was very sweet and charged my phone for me when it died :) read more

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The vibe in this place is LOVELY! The front area has a long bar and some high tables -- I showed up with people after a meetup dinner, and everything was unfortunately full. We opted to go to the back, and SURPRISE! It's a really dope lounge area. Gives major speakeasy vibes, with the decor, dim lighting, and all! There is food, but since I had just eaten I didn't look at it at all. It may be a bit hard to see because of the lighting, but their drink menu has multiple cocktails in every spirit category. When we came in, we were initially told that we would have to go to the bar to order. But when we sat in the back, someone came to us, and delightfully answered any questions about favorite drinks, recommended recipes, etc. I didn't get to stay long at all because of another engagement, but it didn't take much time to realize how dope of a place this is. I can't wait to return in a more relaxed manner and experience more of the place. read more

Popped in for a quick cocktail before dinner. The space is awesome. Very Prohibition party vibe with the tile and wallpaper. Service was friendly and knowledgeable, but a little slow. Not surprising since they were busy with a happy hour crowd. Our cocktails were fantastic and getting to watch the bartenders bust out dozens of top notch drinks is always fun. Definitely worth a visit if you are a cocktail lover. read more

Fits the bill for your nice interior, low lights, going-out cocktail bar. It's classy with a capital C. It should make the list of stops on your Dupont barhopping Friday night... ...and also great for a Tuesday evening when I went. The cocktail selection is fun to read through. What caught my eye was the low alcohol section. I ended up enjoying the Paloma. My friend and I loved the glasses our drinks came in. The food menu is a cut above other bars. The entrees sounded really good, but they also have small and shareable things like charcuterie. We sat at the end of the bar and the staff was still pretty attentive to us. We got seated right away, but the place did get busier as the Tuesday night went on. Huge points to the nice bathroom in the basement. (Mints???) Probably the only time I've Shazam-ed a song in the bathroom because I was so curious what the tune was. read more

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If you want a well crafted cocktail, this is your place! I tried an old fashioned and the black Manhattan! Amazing!! Perfect for a date night, solo night out or out with friends! Not only is this a cocktail bar, they have food. I wasn't hungry but the menu looks so good. I visited on a Wednesday last week after work. They're open at 5 pm and stay open late. They have happy hour! Woot! The place is aesthetically pleasing. Service was top notch. The company wasn't bad either. I highly recommend and I can't wait to visit again. read more

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I love this place and can't get over how it's still one of DC's best kept secrets. The space is as cozy as can be and is the perfect hideaway, especially as the cold weather rolls in. The lounge and bar is adorned with candles and there is a comfortable mix of bar and table seating. It's a great place to have intimate conversations and enjoy a fantastic, craft cocktail. The team they have in place behind the bar are total professionals but they're all also incredibly personable and cool. Another perk is that they serve food and they do so pretty late into the evening. I've typically just enjoyed light bites like the shrimp cocktail and lamb kebobs, but they also have hearty entrees (one of my friends always orders the burger and loves it!) This place is just all around solid and enjoyable. Looking forward to the word getting out more, because it's definitely a place to keep high on the radar! read more

I came here with a couple girlfriends for friday night drinks and apps. Our server was attentive and kind. The low lighting and decor gave a really cool vibe and truly helped us unwind after a long week at work. We each got a different martini - dirty, Cosmo, and espresso - each was expertly made, and so delicious! For appetizers, we got the fingerling potatoes and chicken skewers. The cheese on top of the potatoes is a weird look, but super tasty. The chicken skewers were to die for. I highly recommend the golden age for your next girls night out or a date night! read more

10/10 service. I came here to celebrate my birthday with a friend and as life goes, she wasn't able to make it. The people here (and I hate forgetting the two names) made me feel special and celebrated. In all honesty, the burger was not for me. But the menu looks great, the happy hour goes late, and the drinks are good! It just feels like a place you want to hang out at for a while. read more

The ambience was amazing, very romantic.. the food was on point, small portions but delicious . Definitely one of my favs

I was in DC for the NGMA. I stopped here to meet some colleagues. I had some crab cakes, chicken kabobs and a wisky sour. The crab cakes were tasty but the kabobs not so much. The place was a vibe, music nice, people good. But the host, Sadique (might not be spelled correctly) not pleasant at all. She came our table (2 people) and demanded that we leave because she needed our table. I was taken back because I hadn't read anywhere that their was a time limit. We we there about 30 minutes after we had finished our drinks and food. I wish I had spoken to the manage or before I left. We started out with a larger group in a private section and then branched off and got a table of our own. The experience their didn't end well and I wouldn't go back. read more

If you enjoy cocktails, add Golden Age to your list. Located in Dupont Circle along Connecticut Avenue NW, there are fourteen cocktails on the menu. Their daquiri with rum washed with milk and honey, lime sorbet, and maraschino is the best one I've had...ever. I also enjoyed the Planter's Punch. My friend who enjoys more stiff drinks enjoyed their Old Fashioned and Hanky Panky. Beer, hard cider, sour, and food are also on the menu. The atmosphere is classy, yet inviting and the bartenders are accessible and passionate. Parking can be tough in this part of town, but we usually find street parking along Leroy Place NW. read more

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This was such a cool place!! It's a speakeasy vibe, the food (chicken kabob) was delicious and the drinks were good & strong! The bartender was nice and made me their version of a French 75 (air mail). I'll be back and definitely recommend for a late night spot. read more

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I randomly discovered The Golden Age when a friend was in town, we met here for a few drinks, I instantly fell in love with the ambiance and music. Last night was my second visit, this time solo. I could've easily had a few drinks and vibed out to the music, but not only was the bartender not very friendly (perhaps bcuz I wanted to use Apple Pay), but I was rubbed the wrong way when he charged me full price for my drink when it was clearly happy hour until closing. Nonethless, I'll give this place another try as it has the potential of becoming my go-to neighborhood bar. read more

An upscale spot you can totally see William Howard Taft and Teddy Roosevelt talking politics while sipping Tom Collins... You can even order a drink from the golden age or whatever age you want! Shoutout to our bartender, Smokey, he was very knowledgeable. He spent time curating our drinks and explaining DC history! read more

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Great vibey neighborhood cocktail bar in DuPont. It's a dimly lit date spot where you can cozy up to the bar with some fun bartenders and enjoy delicious cocktails and lounge music. Loved their ceiling fans being pulled by the same conveyer belt. We didn't eat here, but food looked good and kitchen is open late. 1am on weekdays and 2am on weekends. read more

Loved this bar! We popped in before dinner reservations and it was great. A really fun ambiance and energy. A lot of different kinds of seating and the staff were friendly and efficient. Will definitely be back! read more

I recently went here for a weeknight happy hour and enjoyed the drinks. Good prices, service, and ambiance.

Listen. Listen to me. Dismiss those notifications, close those tabs. I have you for the next three-to-five minutes. This is the best bar in DC. Let me tell you why. Sidle in through the door, be greeted with MF DOOM - All Caps and rotary belt-powered fans. Gainfully candle-lit, every manner of couple intertwined, tuxedoed, jacketed, denim-on-denim, uniformed, backpacked, a societal deck of cards accordioned and bridged together. The chef-slash-gas-station-attendant-slash-true-equalizing-font-of-addled-calm and the cheesemonger-slash-anecdote-spinner-slash-honed-in-gestalt-flavor-puppeteer sling upsettingly great food to unsuspecting groups of twenty-somethings and first and second dates that'll probably not go anywhere long-term, not because of this place and likely despite it. A man, a savant, in a spinner cap and an ironic t-shirt decants a cocktail that is on fire between two metal steins, and immediately pivots to synthesizing a Ramos Gin Fizz in an impossible 5 minutes and 44 seconds just to prove a point. It bubbles up past the top of the highball and remains aloft, anti-Icarus, until after last call over two hours later. Fernet fills and departs glasses, never ordered, never questioned, forever welcome, smacking the palate into a state of Socratic irony. Inhale life, exhale death. You are a machine that converts meaningful cocktails into dumb stories and urea. Bathroom's downstairs, by the way. Not convinced? Consider an in-depth exchange on aquavit's strengths and weaknesses compared to genever, their historic divergence, both interlocutors slugging rail bourbon. A masterful crab bisque that explodes and cascades when cradled up to the mouth with a Voodoo chip, with kumquat ash as a kind of forbidden new truffle or Ortolan Tower Babel of flavor lighting the senses on fire. The sin-wave of existence propels us upwards and downwards, just as one might at first reject a romantic interest only to become ensnared, enraptured by them at another time, so too might one have a negative experience here. That is to say, if you come in and order a vodka martini with no vermouth, then you ought to shoulder your due part of the blame, because you ordered wrong. Even so, you can have bad taste in drinks and still flourish here. Treat the staff like humans or even small kittens and you'll be fed that which nourishes the body and spirit. There is a certain invisible garb of inauthenticity that this city will dress you in if you let it. I ask of you, dear reader, do your best to identify and strip yourself clean of pretense. If being upset that your aperol spritz took a few minutes more than you were willing to bake in to your expectations, if that brings you indirect joy, ask yourself why that is. If you drink for reasons other than enjoyment, flavor, breaking bread with friends and loved ones, investigate what drives you to that precipice. But if you, a fellow human being, a kindred spirit teeming with infinite hope and aspiration mere moments ago in the relative scope of the cosmos, come just as that, I guarantee you will not regret it. In conclusion, please review the following sonnet I penned in tribute to this establishment: All Hail The Golden Age Were ease the light by which we ebb and flow And respite rationed carefully to man, The place for which we'd pine for in hushed tone Would be here once all things good had been banned. Burgers ballast, ballet beauty betwixt Beverage built blooming, burly, begin Balladic but breathless, blessed but bewitched. Before Bacchus, beloved, bereaved--brethren. Confess and proffer all or some or none, Or credit unbeknownst a new dear friend. Alight a smile, din once dinner's done; No last call waits for us as life nears end. Lark, the musings stinging wight, wage of old. Hark, the muses sing and sigh: Age of Gold! read more

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lovedddd this place! from rhe ambiance to bartenders to the playlist! whew! def a gem! also open late w late bight food && happy hour! all the food was good && came out piping hot! got the potatoes && mac&cheese! also, dont forget your id because you will need it at the door! read more

Such a nice ambiance. The bar is absolutely beautiful & at night the lighting is perfect. Our cocktails were great & it was the perfect date night spot. Definitely going back to try HH sometime! read more

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Phenomenal service and the drinks were fantastic. I'm not sure I'd go back for the food but great spot to catch up with a friend or go on a date. I wouldn't recommend for a big group. read more

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First, we loved David, who served us at the bar. Second drinks were amazing. Third great vibes! We sat at the bar which I love to do. Arrive 7p no reservation and had the option to sit at the bar or a table. We chose bar okay. We ordered the steak sandwich (good not great), chipotle and beet hummus (good not great), kabob skewers and Mac and cheese (all good not great), but drinks were on point, food came fast and David was just so lovely!!! read more

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This is one of the newer additions to the DuPont circle area and so I decided to try them out for a quick happy hour outing. It's a cocktail lounge but it feels like taking a trip back to the past due to the old school elegant decor, long bar, the dim lighting, and overall vintage architecture. It was pretty early so there weren't too many other customers but the crowd quickly grew. Service was excellent the bartenders were very personable and without being asked provided the menu highlights and some of their personal favorites. The menu features a wide variety of cocktails ranging from Japanese highballs to Negronis and daiquiris, essentially something for every palette. They also offer a few different wines, beers, and non-alcoholic a beverages. There was also a pretty decent food menu offering featuring a few different soups and salad options, charcuterie type platters, small plate options like Mac and cheese or lamb chops, and full on entrees like their dry aged steak sandwich, half chicken, or hot beef sandwich. I tried out the shrimp cocktail small plate, a glass of Chardonnay, and one of their "waking the witch" cocktails. The shrimp cocktail was solid and the cocktail really good, well balanced not overly sweet or bitter with the right amount of vodka. Overall this is the perfect spot for a date night, after work happy hour, or just a night cap outing so I definitely recommend giving them a try. read more

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If you love the Mirror and Never Looked Better, but are looking for something a little more bright and sleek - look no further than their sister bar Golden Age. The bar is gorgeous and very vibe (perfect for a date) and all the drinks and food were delicious. This is a much needed addition to the Dupont neighborhood. I highly recommend coming for happy hour and chatting with the very experienced and friendly bartenders! read more