Loved this place for a casual weeknight dinner. Like others, the ambiance made me feel like I was definitely on vacation but in a lofi lounge-meets Tulum way. Service: our server was super friendly and made great suggestions for dishes to try. Menu- It is a mix of international flavors. We ordered the quesobirria as a starter which was delicious. It was a chilly night, so I opted for the Portuguese fish stew. It was a generous serving filled with shrimp, scallops, white fish and potatoes and came with both toasted bread and rice. My husband chose a make your own skewer plate combo- chicken skewers, rice and beans and pineapple fried rice. He was super happy with the portion size and the flavors. Our teen daughter selected the Hawaiian sliders and fries. She is not an adventurous eater, but liked it a great deal and told us she wants to eat here again. Decor: it is a modern surf shack meets boho chic vibe. It's pretty and laidback with a rooftop bar and intimate dining room. I peeked into the subterranean DJ bar which looks like it could be a lot of fun. We are adding Vagabond into our "neighborhood favorites" list and can't wait to go back to try more items on the menu. read more

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I can't WAIT to go back! First the ambiance gave beachy/ vacay vibes! It was an experience that made you feel like you weren't in Washington, DC! I love that they used real flowers on the table settings and the restaurant was clean. The staff were sweet! Our waitress was holding down the downstairs and outdoor section with grace and ease. She smiled and made sure we were ok. We ordered everything on the happy hour menu. And some things we ordered more than once! The only thing I wasn't a fan of was the Pernil tacos (only because the pulled pork was so dry)! Other than that, I could lick the plate for each dish! The star of the show was the green sauce that accompanied the yuca fries. I put it on every dish. The burgerrrrrrrrr... so juicy. The chef pays attention to flavor detail and really does a great job. Top favorite was the fries, burger, birria taco, corn esquites and the chicken sandwich. Can't wait to go back! read more

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Tried out a new brunch spot for President's Day weekend today. Found this cute spot right across from Lauriol Plaza that had bottomless brunch. This is a small but cute multi-level venue with a rooftop. They offer bottomless brunch which is 1 brunch entree and bottomless cocktails for $48. The food menu is limited but they have a variety of brunch cocktails which include mimoas (classic, guava and passionfruit), martinis and cocktails. It was busy and service was pretty quick. We received great recommendations from the server and everything arrived warm. read more

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really good bottomless brunch w options for drinks that you. can switch from including espresso martinis my fav ! & they were good! quick service ! good food ! & i defo got drunk read more

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Quick take: nice brunch spot Service was super friendly and fast. We sat outside for brunch. I didn't know there were mosquitoes until the next table said there are mosquitoes. Brunch would have been more pleasant if we ate indoors. The avocado toast was really good. Definitely a recommended item on the menu. read more

Vagabond - Avocado toast - Bars Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

Came here for brunch and what an adorable place! It's themed in a very beach fashion and is the perfect place for brunch with your friends on the weekend. They have unlimited brunch drinks and an entree for 44 dollars. We started off with their nata which is a Portuguese pastry that was to die for! Ended up having their donuts too (which were like beignets) and they were just as wonderful. Our entrees were the surfer burrito and the chilaquiles. Just for the spicy lovers please nothat nothing here is spicy. Ask for additional hot sauce for that. The chilaquiles was our favorite of the two as it had more flavor overall. Our drinks were tasty (we had the sangria and the punch). The punch was our favorite. We walked here and are from out of town so cannot comment on the parking. Service was solid. read more

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I recently added this to my "repeat list" for brunch. They have a great deal- bottomless drinks (1.5 hours) and an entree for $48. You can also choose from a variety of bottomless drinks also- mimosas, sangria, vagabond punch, espresso martini, Bloody Mary and/or michelada. I usually get the avo toast which comes with a sunny egg, greens and home fries. The service is great, the food is yummy, the drinks are bottomless, and it comes at an amazing price. All things you need for a great brunch! read more

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The I got the pancit and added the chicken, there was nearly no chicken, definitely not worth the extra $8. The noodle flavor was good but wish the chili oil was mixed prior instead of it being on the side. The yuca fries were good and the drinks were solid and on the boozy side. Service was good once we were sat down. Ambiance was clean, but some odd music issues. Seems like a better place for apps and drinks than a full sit down dinner. read more

Came with a group of friends. Food and service were great. We decided to share some of the plates, but would suggest personal plates next time. I liked the vacation theme for the drinks! read more

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Great menu with a lot of delicious options, terrific service, and the place has a cool vibe with plenty of outdoor seating. Looking forward to coming back for brunch sometime! read more

Objects in photo may be smaller than they appear Brunch here can be skipped. Pura vida scramble itself was miniature and mid. the toast came out burnt in multiple places and was inedible. Potatoes were edible but not memorable. Avo toast was the epitome of mid. read more

Vagabond - Avo toast - Bars Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

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Great rooftop in DC for brunch - if you get a big group of people together (30 plus - spend a certain minimum), they will let you use it for a private event. All the food looked amazing but we got the avocado toast - it was scrumptious - generous portion of bread, guacamole, queso, sunny side up egg. The entree came with a side salad and potatoes which the staff kindly let you swap for an up charge. Prices were reasonable for DC. The seating on the rooftop is limited so some people ate standing. Service was great given how busy the event was. read more

I had a great experience at Vagabond. The venue itself is a standout there's a really nice flow between spaces that gives it a unique vibe. I especially loved the upstairs patio, which is perfect for relaxing and enjoying the atmosphere, and the basement downstairs area adds a completely different energy that makes the whole place feel dynamic and versatile. Overall, it's a great spot whether you're looking to unwind or enjoy a night out. Definitely worth checking out. read more

Vagabond is a cute spot but there are a lot of tables squeezed into the main dining space. And it's very dark. Maybe I'm old, but I couldn't read the menu with such low lighting. I've never experienced that before. I ordered the quesabirria for a starter and the vegan stir fry for my main dish. The quesabirria was tasty, but felt too greasy and heavy for my liking. I think the cheese added to the heavy feeling. The other person in my party ordered the shrimp tacos and those were delicious. Tasted lighter than the quesabirria. The stir fry was good. I didn't think I would finish the whole thing but I did. I added both proteins, shrimp and chicken (I lift and protein is important to me!) Unfortunately the server thought I wanted a chicken skewer so that's what came out. When the person who placed it on the table realized, he started to take it back, but the server put it back on the table. I found that interesting because the skewer had more of a burnt flavor whereas I'm assuming the chicken that would come with the stir fry would not. I didn't complain though because I was pretty hungry, but that annoyed me a bit. I was looking forward to the dessert menu but there wasn't anything on it that appealed to me (aka, no chocolate and nothing cake-like). They had basque cheesecake, grilled pineapple and ice cream, and a third item that I can't recall. Overall, the meal was decent, but I wouldn't return. read more

Vagabond - Shrimp tacos (top), quesabirria (bottom) - Bars Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

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Bar hopping in the neighborhood let us to the rooftop at Vagabond. Very cool setting, but hot and humid up there. We grabbed some seats at the bar and ordered drinks and snacks from the happy hour menu. The sliders and quesabirria tacos were excellent. Cocktails were solid as well. Very interesting menu and would like to try some more things here in the future. Solid spot. read more

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Came here for brunch for my first visit and was an enjoyable experience. They do have a bottomless brunch option that includes an entree and drinks for $48, which I like when they bundle the drinks and entree together vs paying separately for both. Might be in my head but at least I feel like this is a better deal as long as you order the most expensive entree :) I got the sliders and fries and thought this was not on the menu as an entree I was charged extra for the fries. I enjoyed them but honestly wanted to come here based on the photos of their Birria which is not on the brunch menu. So my bad there! Guess I will have to come back haha. My dining companions got the breakfast sandwich, and shakshuka. The breakfast sandwich really struck me as lack luster and hardly anything inside... mostly bread. I make a better one at home, so wouldn't suggest. The shakshuka looked very hearty and nice though. The winner was really two custard tarts we ordered for the table and shared. They were exceptional! Like a crème brûlée almost. So good. Order this for sure! Service was good but nothing special or stand out to be honest. I did like the ambiance and feel of the restaurant. I will come back to try their Birria, which honestly hope it tastes as good as it looks but overall I would say the total experience was good but nothing really stood out aside from their dope custard tarts. read more

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I usually don't leave reviews but I have to this time. The service was fine but the food was horrible. The octopus was cold and flavorless. The worst part was the sardines. They served it in a can. I could have just gone to World Market and saved a trip. Save your money and have a meal at home. read more

Vagabond - The sardines which were in a can. I've never seen a restaurant do this. - Bars Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

Three cheers for the nazaré!!! I would come back for this drink alone! My friend and I were bopping around the Dupont art walk when we glimpsed this rooftop and knew we had to make a stop. We ordered drinks and food and were immediately obsessed with the nazaré drink (cute, passion fruity, unexpected but super fun spicy kick) along with the rooftop vibe. The quesabirria was a bit small but delicious, while the poke bowl was heavy on rice but at least filling. The food is not the best value, but the rooftop and drinks together are excellent and bartenders are great. It's an easy summer vibe! read more

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I really enjoyed our dinner and drinks here. The restaurant has indoor dining, a front patio and a rooftop space with 2 tables and some hightop bar seating. My partner and I headed upstairs. Note, the stairs are crazy steep. You will get a workout just going up so you've already burned off the first round of drinks! You can still order food, along with the full cocktail menu. Speaking of cocktails, that is the speciality here. They offer an wide array of wines from Spain, New Zealand, and other wine country. I tried a few. I didn't like many of them, so I stuck to a nice Sauvignon Blanc from New Zealand. My partner ordered cocktails, and each one was perfect. So this is definitely a cocktail spot. The Mediterranean trio dip was delicious along with the chile relleno -- stuffed with cheese and steak. It's a great spot and I would love to come back during the happy hour on a warm day. The open air seating is perfect. read more

I found this place on a TikTok review, I decided to check it out with a low expectations. I was surprised, staff were really friendly, the host was very nice and accommodating, I set at the bar, the bartender was very knowledgeable about the cocktails, he helped me choosing my drinks, food was delicious, I loved the sardines appetizer. Overall this place was very good, I am coming back soon. read more

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I've been here for brunch twice and I feel like DC is really sleeping on this place as a brunch spot. The first time I went, everyone in my party foolishly ignored the "Vagabond Bottomless" option at the bottom left of the brunch menu. ‍ If you plan on having a proper "DC Brunch" , I would definitely opt for the bottomless option. We obviously really liked this spot so we went back a second time on Sunday and did the right thing (which was do the bottomless option). I ordered the Lineup and four espresso martinis and because I did the bottomless vagabond it came out to ~$44 + tip. The first time I went, I ordered the buttermilk pancakes and only two drinks and it was almost the same price. We order the Doughnuts as an appetizer for the group the first time. It was under the 'For the Table' section of menu so we assumed there would be enough for everyone to at least get to try it but they only brought three really tiny doughnuts. I wasn't really happy about that and I felt like that was a bit misleading. It was more of a personal plate of doughnuts rather than something meant to be shared by all (Table of 5). This space is a little small so I would highly recommend making a reservation beforehand. The outdoor space is really pretty as well. There's also a nice rooftop bar that wasn't as busy as the dining room. Despite my 4-star rating, I really liked it and will be back! read more

Vagabond - The Lineup -- very filling in the best way. - Bars Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

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This visit to vagabond was 1 billion times better than my last visit and this is the only reason I am reviewing the restaurant. I met a few friends for their brunch deal up upstairs at the bar.... The ambience is 10 out of 10 upstairs. It's beautiful. The stairs are steep. Please be careful... only thing about vagabond is that the bathrooms are all the way in the basement however, our bartender Emma was amazing great personality great drinks. The food came out fast. The fries were delicious. I ended up getting the waygu sliders fries & an egg based dish... everything was quick and fresh. This visit exceeded my expectations as my last visit was super poor. I'm glad I came back in. Try them again. I suggest that everyone come to vagabond for their brunch deal. It's amazing but they do have a two hour time limit. Brunch ends at three and they stop seating people at 2:30. read more

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I came here during happy hour, and tried both the classic and the Hawaiian sliders as well as the tacos. They were all good, but the Hawaiian one truly impressed - we had to order another set! Drinks were also good too - we sat outside on the second floor at the open bar seating area which was nice when the weather is nice - but inside seating was more formal and nice too - which makes this place also good for the times when the weather isn't great as well. The bartenders were friendly and attentive. We would love to come back to try more items in the menu. read more

We visited here for late lunch on a Saturday. We got there around 3:30, didn't realize that they serve brunch until 4pm, we waited until 4pm to order. The restaurant is on the noisy side, at least on that day. We sat at the bar since there were no tables available, a lot activity around us. There food storage unit is outside so they constantly had servers going in and out the door where we sat at the bar, a little annoying. The highlight of my time there was the passion fruit mimosa, soooo good. The stir fry dish and octopus dish were good, could have had more octopus in it but it was good. The pineapple fried rice was horribly bland, I would not get that again. Our time here was not horrible but not adding this to my must visit list. read more

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Visited for brunch with a friend over the holiday weekend. The rooftop was perfect for the day's weather, minus the flies that continued to bite everyone outside. I ordered the burrito, which was good. However, the side of potatoes were cold. The bartender did have them bring out a new order, which were warm. My friend and I did feel rushed, as the bartender gave last call shortly after we arrived. I do like that they have multiple drink options on their bottomless menu. This would be my reason for returning. read more

Vagabond - Burrito - Bars Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

I've been meaning to try out this restaurant for a while, but they seem to book up for weekend brunch, So my husband and I went for cocktails at about 10 PM on a Friday evening. The first floor of the restaurant was quieter with a couple people at the bar inside - the decor and ambience of that floor was super nice though. The host let us know that there was a DJ in the basement with a more upbeat vibe and that there were people at the rooftop bar. It was nice weather so we opted for the rooftop bar. We got a seat overlooking the street. I thought the cocktails were delicious and very fair pricing! The cucumber drink was so yummy! I will definitely be back for drinks and hopefully will be able to get a brunch reservation soon! read more

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Came here for brunch once and for also late night drink. The brunch has bottomless espresso martinis and the bartender made, which could be dangerous for a good time! ;) The natural lighting in the day makes for a great brunch spot. At night, the rooftop area is cozy and intimate, allowing for good conversations with a date or friends. read more

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This joint has been on my and my partner's list for a bit. We stopped in at 8:30 on a Thursday and found two bar stools in the corner. The bar tender was super friendly, and she works Thursdays and Saturdays, so for her alone I will definitely be back. The menu is coastal surfer themed, so everything you would imagine eating by a beach. We went with a variety of appetizers because we love to share. The dip trio and the sliders were our favorites. Cocktails and food are moderately priced, which is hard to find a place that has great quality and is affordable in DC. Thank you for a fun experience! read more

Vagabond - Grilled Pita & Dip Trio, King Sliders, Fish Tacos - Bars Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

Really loved the summery decor & vibe in the inside! Cool bar area and a rooftop as well! Love the dim lighting & ambiance - perfect for girl dinner or a date! Service was also fast & my table was checked on often. Now onto the food: - Playa Hermosa: really loved the passionfruit foam on top and the tartness from the pomegranate & lemon! - Nazaré: a fun take spicy marg type cocktail where the lime added acidity - Turtle Bay: The hibiscus tea was a fun non-alcoholic option - Waikiki: more of a sweet mocktail that was refreshing with passionfruit foam - Grilled Pita & Dip Trio: really enjoyed the red beet hummus & tzatziki (olive tapenade was not bad just not a huge olive person). Came with plenty of pita! - Quesabirria: short rib was delicious, dipped in the consommé the taco melted in my mouth - King's Sliders: one of the best sliders I've ever had. Something about the creamy secret sauce & the burger patties were tender - Grilled Octopus: octopus was not tough at all & loved the presentation - Grilled Skirt Steak: steak was marinated nicely & the skillet gratin potatoes were a fun side dish! The side salad also gave a refreshing touch - Cheesecake: solid cheesecake, not anything too special but not bad at all read more

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Food-- Classic sliders: 8/10 Hawaiian chicken sliders: 6/10 Quesabirria taco: 9/10 Shrimp taco: 8.7/10 Skillet esquietes: 6.4/10 Drinks-- $10 on HH Playa Hermosa: 10/10, reminded me of a pornstar martini Sunzal: 7/10 Service-- Quick, attentive & helpful. We did go on a Sunday evening sound 5pm, and there weren't many people downstairs Super cute place for brunch or lunch, lovely rooftop patio with homey vibes. Would definitely return for the drinks & lite bites. IG: eatgoodtx TikTok: abidaremii read more

What can I say about Vagabond? Amazing! Everything was great from the space to the food to the drinks for a great price (especially for DC). I celebrated my birthday here with brunch and had a great experience. Here are some of my thoughts: Environment It's a beautiful space that gives great natural bright light that adds to the peaceful and vibrant atmosphere. We came by for a Sunday brunch and it was pretty busy but not overly packed. They also have a rooftop but we decided to sit inside due to the cloudy weather that day. We really loved the space - it was comfortable and had a great ambiance. Service Our server was great and attentive and made sure we had everything we needed. He was very friendly and helpful. We ordered bottomless mimosas and the drinks continued to flow and the food came out fast and efficient. Great service! Food and Drinks They have a $44 brunch special that includes an entree and bottomless mimosas and a few other cocktail options. If you're a frequent bruncher in DC then you know that this is a great deal! The mimosas were good and the food was tasty. I had the pancakes, eggs and potatoes and also tried the King's sliders. All the food was pretty good and definitely worth the price and worth coming back to try other things off the menu. Definitely give it a try. Overall Overall we really had a great time. It was a perfect place for my birthday with good drinks and food. The service was great and the ambiance was nice. I will definitely be back for more brunches and to try their dinner options. Highly recommend and can't wait to return. read more

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We decided to try this place out for DC Cocktail Week. The cocktails here are absolutely outstanding! Ambiance - Dimly lit. It had a modern vibe to it. There is a nice, colorful bar as soon as you step in. Food - The food, to me, was good. Not amazing, but the best thing we ate was the quesabirria tacos. I would like to come back and try different dishes. Service - After asking a couple of people for lime for my water, service improved. Food came to the table quickly as well. Overall, I'd come back to try more cocktails and something I didn't try this time. read more

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This restaurant is nestled in a perfect location near DuPont Circle. Inside of the restaurant was so chic and cute. However, the music was very loud. The service at the restaurant was not the best. The hostess and the waitress were not friendly. But, the individuals that took plates off of the table were very nice and attentive. The food was pretty good. I ordered the Pura vida scramble with egg whites, pancakes, and the Portuguese baked eggs. The pura vida scramble had way too many onions and needed a lot of salt and paper. The pancakes were cooked perfectly and were very fluffy. The baked eggs dish was definitely not what I was expecting. It was more of a stewed tomato soup with eggs in it. It definitely had a good flavor though. read more

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I want to first say that the service is incredible and the restaurant has a nice layout; however, I went for brunch and had their bottomless drinks but 1 entree option for $45. While the food wasn't terrible, it was pricey and the drinks weren't very good. Many tasted a little watered down and their Michelada had too much tomato juice. I did enjoy their Pastéis de Nata though. That was quite delicious read more

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I hosted my husbands 50th birthday celebration here We booked the roof bar and hosted his family and friends from around the country. Eric was awesome to coordinate with. Kielle, Jorge were bartenders. Elias barback. John was the manager. Roberto was the chef. It went so smooth with a packed place. The food was kept up with and everyone had their refills quickly and with a smile After our time ran out most of us went downstairs to the dance party in the basement and continued the fun And continued the preferred service. Loved everything about the event and the staff. Made for a magical evening I look forward to continuing to patron the place especially for brunch and dance party. I recommend everyone on staff to ensure a great party that blends family and friends Cheers. You made his 50th the best read more

Must say this is the best meal I had in a while. The atmosphere is cozy with great service. Thank you Dan for your hospitality. read more

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Food was blah and espresso martini was worse. Nice waiter and atmosphere - too bad the food will prevent me from coming back.

Vagabond was a great choice for happy hour during 4th of July. We ordered a few happy hour items as well as some items from the main menu. Overall, the food tasted pretty good particularly the happy hour menu items we ordered: Yucca Fries, Fish taco, Quesabirria taco, and cocktails/beer. Something I loved was that they had Medalla Light beer, which is a Puerto Rican-made beer that I had not been able to find in the District, and reminded me of home. For main courses, we ordered the Grilled octopus, which was good. I also ordered a marinated chicken skewer along with two sides (fries, pineapple fried rice) which was a pretty good value as well. Unfortunately, the chicken skewer was burnt; but our waiter Elaina was great about resolving the issue! I really liked the ambiance and decoration of the place; it was very modern and cozy. I would definitely return for Happy Hour! read more

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Perfect brunch spot! I met up for a few girlfriends for brunch here and we had a great time. They have a bottomless brunch deal for $44 which includes 1 brunch entree and unlimited brunch cocktails for 90 minutes. It's not clearly noted on the menu what's a brunch entree but I was told you could get anything on the menu that wasn't a shared plate and anything additional would be an up charge. Pretty solid deal. Let's start with the food. I had the Avo Toast with a side of bacon. Whenever ordering avocado toast I'm always worried if it'll be enough or if I need to order something extra. This was plenty! It's one slide of toast but it's a pretty nice thick piece of multigrain rye bread topped off with avocado, cherry tomatoes, red onions, cilantro, queso fresco and a sunny side up egg. It also came with a side of home fries. Nice, thick and well seasoned potatoes. One of the best avocado toasts I've had in the city! The bacon was a thick cut and good. We also shared the doughnuts and they were amazing! Definitely use that sauce that comes with them. Now for drinks, I love a brunch with plenty of options. You could select between mimosas (classic, passion fruit or guava), michelada, Bloody Mary, espresso martini, white sangria and Vagabond punch. The mimosas were great. I enjoyed both the passion fruit and guava. The vagabond punch was pretty good. It reminded me of a rum punch. Service was solid. Our server gave us some advice on the entrees and kept the mimosas flowing. The inside was nice. It was pretty busy but it never felt like it was too loud or too crowded. Planning to go back for dinner soon read more

Vagabond - Vagabond Punch - Bars Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

My boyfriend added Vagabond to our bucket list a month ago and it was finally time to check it out. We walked in (without reservations) and ended up sitting at the bar. We were greeted by the bartender and immediately selected the bottomless brunch option. For $44, you will leave extremely satisfied. The food servings were HUGE! We tried a couple of different drinks on the menu and they were all really good. There's tons of seating indoors, plus a patio outside. I'd love to come back with a group, but I would definitely make reservations because it gets pretty packed! read more

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