We happened upon this place when we were in the area after dinner. It was a Saturday night and it was surprisingly pretty quiet when we arrived, which I think was around 9pm. We sat at the bar near the back and were immediately greeted. The bartenders were super kind and quick. They chatted with us, but didn't linger. It was a great mix. They also ensured our drinks, including our water, were always full. They also brought out some snacks (on the house) for us. Music was on, but not too loud. We stayed for awhile, and pretty soon we looked up and were like, oh my gosh, this place is packed! Pretty soon there were people everywhere and it was so loud. We decided at that point we wanted to head out, but the bartenders still made sure to say goodbye. We will definitely be back when we are back in DC. Great vibes, atmosphere, and service! read more

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Decided to stop by for a quick drink and bite to eat. It's pretty nice inside- reminds me of a dive bar, but better. The service was nice and quick and they offer happy hour deals daily. I ordered the haymaker punch which was really good. Strong and flavorful but not too sweet. I also prefer the hot mess tots and they were anything but a hot mess. They were pretty much tater tots tossed in bacon bits and shredded cheese with a side of sauce. Nothing special. The bright side- the tots were piping hot. I'd recommend for an evening happy hour drink but maybe try something other than the tots. read more

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Came here for drinks last night and was pleasantly surprised at how quickly we were able to find a seat. Someone came to help us fairly quickly, and since the kitchen was closing soon we put in an order for wings and truffle fries-- both were delicious! Our table also tried a few cocktails, most of which the names I cannot remember. But I will say, they all looked and tasted delicious-- no one had any complaints. The bar itself is fairly dark, and there are a few tables and seating at the bar. I imagine it can get packed fairly quickly. Overall had a great experience and would come back to try more drinks and snacks! read more

Love grabbing a bite and cocktail at The Haymaker Bar after work or a fitness class. The cozy, easygoing vibe in H Street NE is just right for catching up, the staff is great, and the food and drink menu hits the spot especially those creative punches. Always one of my go-to neighborhood hangouts! read more

Miner Taco makes all the food, which is great. The atmosphere is relaxed and the bartender was very attentive.

I actually stumbled into this bar late on a weekday night. They were the only bar only on the block and ended up being the perfect after-dinner spot. My date and I sat at the bar and ordered drinks. There were only a few other patrons so the energy felt relaxed and intimate. We were able to catch a few minutes of a Women's World Cup game, which was awesome since it didn't feel like a traditional sport bar. The lighting was low, the bar was backlight with greenery, and the cocktail selection was unique. I liked everything about this bar and I'll definitely post another visit when I'm on H. St. read more

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Please do yourself a favor and get the truffle fries here. We also got high noon and a beer here. Service was friendly and vibe was chill :). No happy hour though nice nice drink selection. read more

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I made sure I checked in here to get the reminder to leave the review. Honestly was just walkin around and stumbled on this bar. Seemed cool so walked in. Bar was packed but there was seating elsewhere around. Simply asked the female bartender if they had a happy hour menu as most bars do..I didn't think it was that far fetch of a question...but she did. She made a joke about me inquiring about happy hour as if I couldn't afford a regular priced drink. I was overdue for a drink so I brushed her unprofessionalism off and ordered a drink ..it was basic but ehhh ..she def will ruin your customer retention with such ill behavior Signed, A person who will not be returning read more

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Annie is a gem and 100% the reason why I went back two nights in a row. The dumplings are excellent and bursting with flavor. The nachos are also very good. Wouldn't necessarily get the tots again, but the portion is quite large. It's a cozy little spot with attentive servers and great drinks. read more

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Annie literally remembered us from more than 2 years ago!!!!!! Still my fav painkiller - tasty and strong. Service is obviously impeccable. Ambiance is changing - the menu is new - feels a bit more boogie and I'm not mad about it :) read more

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The bartender/servicer was by himself but he made sure everyone is served with great services. Five stars for him. We order mess totes, buffalo wings and hot honey shrimp. All delicious. Nice small bar, with good atmosphere. read more

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Very very loud. Almost annoying loud. Somewhat of a hip place. Seating is normal for the buildings on the rest of the street. The pour of the Tito's into their mules is more than fair. The food came out fast (just wings) they were normal nothing special. Each time I needed a another mule the bartender was right there. They have bartenders here not just beertenders. read more

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Service was amazing when I went. I arrived literally at 10PM when their kitchen closed and my bartender still let me sneak an order of dumplings in. It was so worth it! My first time here and glad I found it. Cute cocktail bar with speakeasy-ish vibes with reasonable prices. Will def be back! read more

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Loved these cocktails, especially because they had green chartreuse which is hard to find at a bar. They made amazing cocktails with it and had creative options you don't find most places. Definitely will go back. read more

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The Haymaker is a great cocktail bar and has some of the best and hardest working bartenders in DC. When we arrived the bar counter seats were almost full. Three cocktails in and the whole place was packed with 90/95% having cocktails, our refills still came quickly. Why only 4 star? They have changed the food menu and not for the better. The dumplings are still great. We also had the quesadilla, my wife liked it, i thought it was generic. We both thought the loaded tots were a major fail, the 'load', what little there was of it, had all fallen off and was in the bottom of the bowl. The draft beer choice is also weak with Goose Island being their premium beer. I hope they change up their menu for the better. read more

I live in the neighborhood and finally came in to checkout Haymaker. The service was friendly and attentive and they made great recommendations on cocktails and food. I had the pork slides and truffle fries and ate them so fast because they were AMAZING! The cocktail I had was a "Wifey" and it was very light and refreshing. The atmosphere was great too, the lights were low and there was music but it wasn't so loud it made it hard to talk. I'll definitely be back! read more

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One of my favorite places to grab an old-fashioned in the city. Always great food, drinks, and service. A nice place for an after-hours drink or a date. read more

A decent bar on H Street. In retrospect I wish I had ordered something on the cocktail end because my Sam Adams Summer Ale tasted either A. very skunky or B. the waiter got me the wrong beer. It's a little dark in here too, so I recommend it more for hanging out versus things like dates. Overall seems like a cool place with a cool vibe, so I don't want to knock it badly, but the beer was definitely off. read more

Exceptional food!! We stumbled upon this place looking for wings. The wings were fantastic. The waitress was very nice and the atmosphere was clean and comfortable. I will say if you don't want to eat in a darker dim environment this place is not for you. It is a bar and has a few high tables to eat at. This wasn't an issue for us, but it may be for others. Highly recommend!! read more

I came here for a Friday night date night around 9:30pm. The place was pleasantly busy - a number of people at high top tables or at the bar but still a few open spots to sit. The vibe is nice, dimly lit upscale bar with cozy bar seating at a long granite top bar. The display of bottles across the back wall is great; add a nice light and sense of elegance to the place. I wouldn't mind if they turned up the lights a tad bit more though, it was awfully dim. They have a nice menu of drinks; we went with a few rounds of margaritas for $10 each. They were very well made! Just strong enough to warm your soul but still very tasty and easy to drink. Shoutout to our bartender for the great drinks and great service all night. The kitchen was being maintained by a guest chef or guest restaurant (I forget the name) that specialize in mexican cuisine. We ordered the beef empanadas ($8) and the birria loaded fries ($12). Both were DELICIOUS! But man, the aioli on the loaded fries were spicy...once we got past the aioli we really enjoyed the dish. Overall, a very nice DC bar that is great for a nice night out. Given their food and drink prices, expect to spend a pretty penny for the evening but that's all but expected in this part of DC. read more

It has a cool vibe, dark and cozy. The food is outstanding for a bar,great cocktails and the bartenders are very nice and attentive here you won't be waiting forever for a glass of wine. The food menu could have more food options and also some desert. read more

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One of my fav bars in the city. The wings are 10/10. Service is excellent. Best hidden gem on the block read more

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My coworker and I came to the Haymaker on a whim to unwind over cocktails and food. I was most impressed with the quality of service from the front of the house to servers. Annie our server was very attentive in making recommendations (BBQ pork sliders are AMAZING), making sure that our drinks were refilled/reordered in a timely manner, and general check ins. Not once did we have to ask for another drink. With a number of tables and persons at the bar she knew when our drinks were low and would offer a refill. It didn't feel overwhelming but it felt good to know that she was in tune with customer's needs. I believe that she works Wednesday and Friday :) Go say hello! There were two men working the front of the house and we were impressed by them as well. We had four small plates (rating in order of recommendations: BBQ sliders, pork+shrimp dumplings, truffle fries, wings) in two rounds. After finishing our first two plates they made sure that our dishes were cleared out and provided fresh napkins, utensils, and removing drinks. The music was loud but I'm getting older and that's the ambiance on a Friday I suppose haha. I will definitely be back! read more

Stopped by here on a whim and I have to say these dumplings were amazing! The bar had a lot of open seating and a great atmosphere read more

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Wondering if I went to same same place that the rest of these Yelpers went to. This place opened up in my neighborhood and I was pretty stoked to try it. I liked the atmosphere, small place but a cool environment. So, if you are looking to just grab a drink, this could be a good spot. However, if you are looking to eat---keep moving. Starter- Chickpea fritters with "hummus" and "curry" dips. This was kind of gross. I have no idea what the dips were, they were like 90% water and 10% curry and hummus. Would not recommend. Meals- Deluxe Grilled Cheese with sweet potato fries. For $11 and the word "deluxe" in the name, you are probably expecting a pretty killer grilled cheese. No, this was served on Wonder loaf bread. I think that is what shocked me the most, was the bread being truly the kind of bread you feed to the birds. Not saying this was bad, bc I mean, how bad can a grilled cheese be? I am just saying, you can make this at home and save the $11. Now the sweet potato fries--------DOPE. I really enjoyed them. They were the one thing here that I would get again. So, if you want a beer and a snack, this is a good spot. Haymaker Burger with tots- Nothing special. The menu here is very small. We tried 3 items and none were something we would order again. Put some heart into your food! Especially if you are only offering a smaller selection. Again tho--------sweet potato fries are delicious!! Sorry, Haymaker!! :( read more

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Good bar for drinks and snacks! Cheap and casual great for afternoon and evenings. Great place to start off your night. The staff are awesome and make the place what it is! read more

By far one of the chillest bars with the best staff I've ever been to! I'm from out of state and no bars in jersey that I've been to compares to this one. Vee the bartender was great and made me and a couple of friends some green tea shots that none of them actually ever heard of. Lol. He made it perfect and it went down so smooth. (I recommend getting that if you're not sure what to get). I also recommend getting the punch as well. It's so good. The food was to die for and they even accommodated us with lots of napkins and chopsticks as well since it was finger food. I personally think the grilled cheese and tots were phenomenal. The music that they played was super chill and the noise level wasn't too loud at all. You can actually have a conversation with the person that you're talking to without having to yell in their ear. Also the interior and ambiance of the whole place had a barn type feel to it which I totally dig. Great drinks, great staff, great food, 5 out of 5. I wish I can rate this bar higher but unfortunately yelp doesn't do that. Lol. Will most definitely be back to the haymaker when I'm back in town. Till next time! read more

Came here on a Wednesday with a friend. The drinks tasted watered down. The food was good...if you live in silver spring - as in, it was not on DC-caliber. And there were NO happy hour specials. The server was great, the vibe was good, and location is wonderful. But all not enough for me to come back on a street full of bars. read more

I stumbled into this place on my way home from Whole Foods one day, and it became a weekly routine for months. This place is everything you could want in a neighborhood bar. It's not too big, the owner is awesome, and on most day's it's not super crowded. This isn't a bad thing, it's just that I'm a mom so I take my getaways when I can, and right now that means late afternoon on a Sunday. If you're into Mezcal, please order the Mezcalita. It's their version of a spicy margarita. I basically order it everytime I go. One day, the owner gave my husband and I tater tots on the house 'cause he noticed we were working on our 4th round. I will admit that the off the menu drinks are a hit or miss depending on that day. If you're looking for a solid neighborhood bar with not a lot of frills, but nice staff, solid drinks and a cup of spicy cornnuts to nibble on while you wait for your cocktail and nibbles, you've found your place. read more

This is just a cool spot on H Street. Both times I went, we grabbed a table where we could see a tv and still talk at the table. We were looking for a spot to chill and catch up and the Haymaker was perfect. The bartender (my bad at not shouting you out by name, but i don't think you told us) makes a good margarita. It was light and fresh tasting. I like the vertical salting he hooked up -- a lot easier to drink. He definitely knows how to mix and actually bartend. Major respect for caring about the craft and hooking us up. The bar, itself, is nice and comfortable with a sleek vibe. My brother said it used to be a nice restaurant and the owner(s) redesigned it with a new concept. It works. Final Words: Try it. We'll be back when I'm in D.C. again. read more

Pre-pandemic, this place was one of the go to on H st for cocktails.. fast forward 3 years later, seems like lots of options on H st for cocktails.. but cocktails and birra tacos??? nowhere! the birra tacos pop up at Haymaker over the past few months has been outstanding. the tacos are small but pack such a strong punch.. even for take out the tacos remain crunchie. the service here is always impeccable.. looking forward to going back to the new normal so we can enjoy the bar service. read more

This small bar packs a punch! I came here on a Friday to meet up with some friends and the place was packed. Yes it's a smaller bar with a narrow feel, but the bartenders are great. Beers are reasonable for D.C. prices (my Miller Lite was $5) Overall the ambiance was very chill, yet we were able to have loud conversations without disturbing anyone. I'll come back for sure considering my friends do cross fit just up the street. See you again soon! read more

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Great service, cool drink menu, and wide selection of different whiskeys and bourbons. Great atmosphere, too. Upscale but without being too pretentious and still cozy. read more

Nice for a quick happy hour or chill night out. We had the Hot Mess Tots to start (the sauce that comes with it is amazing!). Then the Korean wings and pork tacos. All food was hot and fresh, drinks gave us just the buzz we needed! read more

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This bar was very nice, low key and friendly spot to enjoy drinks and bites with my friends. We went late on a Wednesday to watch the game and enjoyed the intimate vibe that was quiet enough to have great convo, but still had enough screens to enjoy the game. I enjoyed the old bay wings and ceases salad. They make a mean old fashion too! read more

If you're on H street, this is the place to be. Been here couple times now and always had fun. Recently came here for my birthday and had more fun than I should've(didn't make it to the club) Everyone who works here are always nice and on point with what they're doing. The drinks are amazing and you can't beat the pricing. The food here is bomb! Gotta get the tots! read more

To say the least, The Haymaker definitely left a great impression on me. Went there on St Patrick's day and had a blast with some friends. The staff was very accommodating and took great care of us. Vee, the bartender was on point with the drinks and very accommodating. Been looking for a bar that's not too loud with music so you can talk and also watch the game (March Madness Season). Also, the bar food they had there was delicious! Definitely worth checking out if you're in the area. read more

I believe this place is fairly now. I thought Haymaker was fine. Went with a few friends as we couldn't get into another place. I think the food items were a hit or miss. My friends ordered the wings and the grilled cheese and were very happy. I ordered the pork tacos and was very disappointed. I would go back for a drink, but may not be as inclined for food unless ordering wings or grilled cheese. read more

Best bar on H Street. The food is not five star (and thankfully not priced as 5 star either) but very solid and consistent. Try the wings and jalapeno poppers. The service is out of this world good. Drinks are great. The bar is clean and you can tell the owners and staff care about the business and its reputation. I'll be back early and often. read more

Yep, this is your go-to southern place in North East. It's definitely a cozy bar. Seats maybe 50 people in total, but they do everything right here. Bartender tells you grab a seat, puts on some football, hands ya a beer, and makes you feel right at home. The food is southern pub fare with a few extra items like salads and stuff. The real treat here are the finger foods though. Sliders made to perfection, and wings you can have dressed with a few cool types of sauces. Drinks are pretty solid here too. You've got your standard beers, a few locals from DC/VA, and some stiff cocktails that aren't too full-of-themselves. Again though, the hidden secret is the bourbon selection - all of the usual suspects are here along with some less common bottles that are worth trying. Of course, like most southern places the staff is really friendly. The cook came out and watched some football with us, and the bartender Todd is a super friendly guy from Texas who still thinks the Cowboys are a good football team. While I'm not in NE every day I at least know where I can find a decent honky-tonk where I won't starve or go without decent booze. read more

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