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

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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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

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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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you know when dua lipa goes "you've never been to heaven, haveeee you"? she was referring to a bottomless espresso martini brunch - bottomless in theory is a beautiful thing. BUT, you could simply go buy a bottle of champagne and get the same drunk so probably less the price. It's more about experience. Why not amplify that with the two things God gifted us, vodka and caffeine. - there's a total California aesthetic (I'm not just saying that a cringe past CA resident way) the whole restaurant is beach themed, and the drinks are named after surf destinations. it has a very clean, light, and bright interior, wish it was warm enough to test out the roooooftop - the espresso martinis were delicious, they use real cold brew in the bev so it's not just the flavor of coffee. the mimosas (not self pour) came in multiple flavors and were STRONG - as for the food the menu is quite simple. the donuts were delicious and clearly baked on site. super flaky and warm. - the Portuguese baked eggs were a little plain for my liking. I love the amount of onions and other vegetables in the stew, however, I wish the dish had a lick or a little something different like a feta cheese to break up the low-key marinara vibe. read more

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Lovely experience all around. Food- we got yucca fries and tempura to start. Both were tasty. Then we had the halibut, chicken, and fried rice for entrees. All were a good portion size and well seasoned. Drinks- we all got wine. Nice varietals and cute glasses. Service- The host/manager(ginger) was very accommodating and gave us the best window table booth. And our server Dennis was friendly, attentive, and knowledgeable about the menu. I appreciate his attention to my nut allergy. Vibe- the decor was classy, simple, and very welcoming. Lots of brightness with the windows and colors vibrant. 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

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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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

The rooftop can get packed so get there at a good time, but on a good summer night it's a great place to be! The bartenders working on Friday May 24th were amazing and kind and have great recommendations when picking out drinks! The music in the corner I was In did make it a bit loud and had to talk a bit louder but overall good read more

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We went to Vagabond on a Saturday night around 9:30pm. We sat and the bar and ordered a couple rounds of cocktails. We didn't order any food, but the menu looks good. We had a delightful bartender and he made me a black manhattan which is one of my favorites. The vibe here is really relaxed and nice. I will definitely be back. They have a nice collection of spirits and a nice menu. read more

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We showed up during peak dinner time on Saturday. As a result, the only seats they had were on the roof, which we accepted. It was a bit cold, but with jackets and a heater on, it was definitely manageable. The food was quite good. The quesabirria tacos are rich and delicious; my only gripe is that it's just two tacos, each of which is on the small side. I ordered the Portuguese seafood stew. It was spicier than I expected but very flavorful. And, it came with a nice warming bowl of rice and a hefty chunk of crusty bread. Vagabond is decent, but it doesn't quite seem to have the zing to make me rave. Nonetheless, it will definitely work if you're in the area and in a pinch. read more

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Stopped by on a Thursday evening for a small birthday party. We ordered the yuca fries which were just decent, but loved the kings sliders. Drinks were solid as well. The atmosphere is cute, but prices are a little on the higher side if you're not here for happy hour. read more

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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.

Brunch & bottomless cocktails (not just mimosas) for $40?? Sign me up! Cute restaurant with really good food! (which is a surprise since so many DC restaurants are putting all of their energy into the decor and not the quality of meals) Make a reservation & go! read more

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Four stars specifically for the fact that the bottomless drinks include more than just mimosas (rum punch, sangria, expresso martinis!!), Oh and 4 stars for the vibes and decor. The food is your average breakfast food, nothing to write home about. The sliders rise above the rest, but are small and not a full meal. If they could make that a full burger with fries I would cry tears of joy. I like the rum punch and expresso martinis. My friends have enjoyed the white sangria and mimosas (several flavors). I don't like sparking wine, so I'm grateful for a bottomless drink brunch that includes more than just mimosas. The staff are quick and nice. Reservation def required. Tho if you're a party of 2 you might be able to get away with no reservation if you're cool sitting at the bar. We showed up 11am on a Saturday with no reservation and the bar had about 6 seats available. The other 2 times I've been, I made a reservation. Street parking, but just have a little patience and speak that close parking spot into existence! Again, go for the vibes and the wide variety of bottomless drinks. Temper your expectations on the food. I will go back though, no doubt!!! read more

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Just back to leave ANOTHER stellar review for this place! Awesome service and great food and drinks at fair prices! $9 for really excellent happy hour cocktails makes me so pleased! Cloudbreak, Sunzal, and playa hermosa were all fantastic! The vagabond chips are delicious, along with the fish tacos and shrimp skewer! Already thinking about my next visit! read more

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I have walked pass Vagabond many times, hearing their great music coming from the upstairs bar and after checking out their menu, I decided to stop in. It was soon after they had opened that I decided to head in for happy hour. I liked the nautical theme and they had a lot of seating options. I was greeted by the staff and the bartender was sweet but almost seemed annoyed that I was there... perhaps because they had just opened. She was attentive nonetheless. For drinks I had the white sangria. It was okay but reminded me a lot of a premade bottled sangria I've had before. So I decided to try the Nazaré which I really enjoyed. It was refreshing and spicy but not too spicy! For food I tried the Skillet Esquites which I enjoyed, it was very creamy but I enjoyed the flavors. The Yucca fries were good but my favorite was the King's sliders. Cooked perfectly and I appreciated that there were not too many toppings and sauces. I'd stop by again (and maybe a little later next time lol) to check out their drinks and food options. read more

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4.5 stars! Came to Vagabond on Saturday for brunch and had such a lovely time! They have an amazing brunch deal: $40 for bottomless including an entrée. Usually anywhere with such a good deal is mediocre but the food and drinks were great! I started with a coffee which was perfectly good and then moved onto the punch that was apart of the bottomless deal -- delicious! You can mix and match any of their brunch drinks so my table had a mix of the punch, mimosas, and espresso martinis. All great. The food was super super delicious. I got the poke bowl which was so good. I wish there was a little more tuna but the bowl was a great size and super filling. The pancakes looked INCREDIBLE so I'll have to come back to give them a try. My whole table enjoyed their meal. For dessert we each had a Portugués cream/egg tart which was such a delicious bite and fab end to the meal. Other highlights is the decor is bright and beachy and the music is awesome. It's the perfect spot for brunch with friends. Our server was friendly and as brunch went on would refill us without us even having to ask for new drinks, which is always a win. Since Vagabond is fairly new my advice to them would be to add more servers for brunch. Our server was taking care of a really large party (~10 people) in addition to other tables in their section including ours. I think there were only 2 servers and each was tending to a huge party. As a result we waited 15-20 minutes before being able to grab their attention and rushed to order knowing we might not get to grab them again. Kudos to our server for managing so many tables at once! That being said I would definitely come back! Great drinks, food, and ambience and a great deal for brunch! read more

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A good spot for brunch! Bottomless mimosas were tasty, although, service was a tad bit slow to get refills, especially on the time crunch. Food was decent and hit the spot, but to be fair, I didn't get anything to exquisite so food was still good! Plays some nice music too and nice environment in the restaurant, even though it's a little cramped. read more

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a tuna poke bowl AND bottomless cocktails for brunch... yes, please! the espresso martini wasn't anything to run home about, BUT THIS TUNA POKE BOWL sure was (p.s. I switched to mimosas after my first cocktail) but the spicy aioli was TOO GOOD -- also great ambiance and vibes at this beachy, brunch spot read more

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When it comes to a DC brunch that I would consider a great value, Vagabond is now up there with the likes of Shaw's Tavern. I personally did the bottomless with the breakfast burrito and left just under $55. I enjoy that I can mix and match the bottomless here so I started with the espresso martini but then stuck with the rum punch. The food was good and the space is nice, but it is quite small and it gets loud quickly. Reading the other reviews they still have some issues with staffing but my server was working very hard. Overall a good place due to price point. read more

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Great place for Sunday brunch! Meet up with some of my DC friends while I was in town for work. They recommended Vagabond as it was fairly close to my hotel. Even though it has a gorgeous rooftop patio, we opted to sit inside due to the high heat (very cool surfer vibe going on in there). The menu has a number of interesting things from which to choose. Everyone got something different. I had the chilaquiles (pretty much breakfast nachos). Absolutely delicious and way too much to eat in one sitting. Friends had the Portuguese Baked Eggs and Pura Vida Scramble and enjoyed their meals as well. Service was fast, friendly and helpful. I look forward to returning when in the area. read more

Vagabond has become one of my regular spots! I've been here for happy hour and brunch and both times were amazing! The yuca fries are great with a tasty sauce. They were perfectly crispy on the outside and soft in the inside. I ordered the chilaquiles for brunch and they were AMAZING! The portion was huge and definitely can be shared. Vagabond does do a bottomless brunch which is pretty affordable compared to other places. The service was efficient and my waiter both times was great and offered great recommendations! The restaurant is beautifully decorated and not overly packed with tables. Great for big parties and small groups too! Highly recommend! read more

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I don't feel like a lot of people talk about this restaurant, but they should! We had such a great experience. The food, the ambiance, the drinks were all great. The prices were a lot more reasonable than a lot of places in the area. I would love to return! read more

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Very cool ambiance and great service. Unfortunately the food was lacking in comparison. I ordered the tuna ceviche as a starter and the grilled octopus as my main. The octopus had good flavor but was a little on the chewy side. The tuna ceviche was all over the place with way too many flavors combining. I understand that eclectic fusion is part of the theme, but the flavors in the ceviche seemed to be more fighting each other than complementing. To top it off, the tuna had spent too much time in the marinade and had developed an off texture. Overall, a cute restaurant with very attentive wait staff and a nice ambiance, but none of the food items gave me enough reason to come back and eat more. read more

This spot is the absolute best!! I could drink a gallon of the Nazaré cocktail!!!!!!!!!!!

My bf and I were killing time before our trip back to NYC and he had really wanted to get pancakes, so I'm trolling around Reddit to find the best pancakes in DC for the man. It leads us to the vagabond. The ambiance at the restaurant is a beachy vibe - this place seems more fit to be in San Diego than DC. The waitstaff was very slow - somehow people that sat after us got their food before us - insane. I thought the food was just alright - nothing to write home about. My boyfriend did really enjoy the pancakes though, they were massive and extremely fluffy - he needed extra syrup they were so big. I went with the surfer's burrito which was just eggs, bacons, hashbrowns stuffed in a burrito and it came with home fries. It was just alright. My main complaint about DC in general is that the water there tastes like absolute garbage - it tastes like the pipes it goes through and I've gotten sick from drinking it before. Since I can't drink the water here, my bf and I both got juices. I wish everywhere would just give bottled water. read more

Great rooftop patio with chill service. Try the Monopolio, a Mexican IPA I was unfamiliar with. read more

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I have gone here a few times when in DC. I took work guests with me and found the service poor. Staff was surly, in a hurry to go in and out near us. Pineapple fried rice was almost tasteless. It was hard to find the octopus in the octopus dish. Not very good. read more

We came to this new-ish restaurant and enjoyed a rooftop dinner. With a nice view across 18th and Lauriol Plaza and some good food options, it's worth checking out. The standout was the delicious halibut which was perfectly cooked and came with a crisp potato-leek pancake, and nice cilantro sauce. The yuca fries were decent with the sauce more creamy than spicy. Better were the vagabond chips, lightly fried with tzatziki dip. The happy hour specials included a $3 taco. Drinks: Padang Padang (strong) and especially the Wishing Wells drink were enjoyed. Bart was our friendly waiter (accommodating people inside after sudden showers came by). It's a bit of a walk from the metro, but accessible via the 42 or major S bus lines. read more

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I stumbled upon Vagabond while walking around DC while my wife got a massage. Immediately upon walking into the building I felt a sense of calm and also noticed how clean and well maintained the restaurant was. I immediately took a seat at the bar stool next to the stairs and ordered a Vagabond punch. The bartender was friendly and got me my drink in under a minute. My wife eventually met me and we enjoyed some lunch. She ordered the Chilaquiles, and I got the Avo Toast. Both were incredible and we enjoyed our time here. read more

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Such a change from the old Rebellion, the space now features a bright white/teal color scheme and a surf theme. They have a long list of summery sounding cocktails, but we went with some beers - Maui Big Swell IPA in the can, and a Nicaraguan pilsner called Panga Drops. For food, the menu is pretty varied, so we sampled. It was a bit of a mixed bag. The grilled baby bok choy was spectacular. For a veggie side, this has amazing grilled flavor and tasted very elevated. The quesabirria beef tacos are very tasty, though a bit thin and less packed with goodness than you would get at many competitors, such as Xochi. The sliders are good, too, but the yuca fries are pretty bland. It is worth a visit if you're around. The space is really beautiful, and it looks like they are about to start offering happy hour every day. read more

Overall our experience was meh. We went for brunch after seeing so many posts on instagram raving about the bottomless brunch and including espresso martinis as a drink option. I had the pancakes which was good, can't say anything bad about them. My friends had the Dawn patrol sandwich and one of the burritos. I think their food was also just okay. The espresso martini that they serve for brunch is not good, unless you enjoy bitters in yours (which I do not). Unfortunate I don't think it was all that it was cracked up to be, and I most likely won't be going back. At least not for brunch. read more

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The atmosphere is great and the service was excellent but the food and drinks are definitely not worth the price. We had warm mimosas and the Espresso Martini was a waste. Won't be in a rush to visit again. read more

Fun bottomless brunch spot! Great service and strong drinks. It was packed when I went for Saturday brunch. read more

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Late night date with hubby. Stopped across the street after dinner at Lauriol Plaza. First impression was the roof top bar! Very chic decor, loved being outside yet covered. Service was quick, drinks were cool. All in all we would come back. Next time we'll order food so we get a well rounded review. read more

A bottomless brunch with a rooftop and an option for ESPRESSO MARTINIS. How could you not add this to your brunch rotation? The ambiance indoors is cute, but we decided to eat outside on the sunny patio. Will definitely do the rooftop next time, we took a peek and it was super cute. I had the Portuguese baked eggs, they were served kind of like a stew and were well seasoned and filling.My friend had the pancakes and sliders. She loved her pancakes and the decorative flowers on it, and said the sliders were really nice. Our server was polite. I feel like it's a new restaurant and they were still working out a few bumps, but I can't wait to return in a few months once they are in the groove. read more

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Mixed bag here. So the drink program, the decor and the energy is on point. I would imagine this place goes off for Happy Hour based on those factors. The issue is the food. It's less than mediocre. The Yuca fries were a hit, but otherwise, not much to boast about. Our bok choy was raw, and skewers were undercooked. HOW. These are basic things y'all. I can speak to the rest of the dishes, but will spare the restaurant because I truly want to believe this was a one-off. Maybe your experience will be different? read more