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4 years ago

(3.5 stars) Really loved the atmosphere here, especially the bar area which we didn't eat at but I kinda wish we did. The food itself was good but not really a place I'd recommend over others. The stuffed pepper was nice but the steak really got lost in it. The pineapple fried rice was super tasty but also oily. Same with the veggie chips, just too oily for my taste. The tuna tartare grew on me but the wasabi flavor was pretty overpowering. An enjoyable meal but not one I'd necessarily repeat often. read more

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Ciara L.

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3 years ago

We had an amazing time at brunch! The food was great and we got drinks so fast! The staff were wonderful too. read more

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Alexia H.

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3 years ago

Came for happy hour with a friend. The vibes were on point when we walked in. Music was great. Seemed like they were playing a Masego pandora station. Was loving it for sure. We both started off with the white sangria. It was light and refreshing. Great way to start off the evening. We also split the yuca fries, quesabirria, and kings sliders. Don't get confused by the photos, the quesabirria and sliders come with ONE each...I'm not sure what the dipping sauce was that came with the fries but it was fire! The sliders were also pretty dam good. Flavor was on point and it came with two patties, which I wasn't expecting, especially for happy hour. The quesabirria impressed me the most. I'm from California, so my expectations of Mexican food in other states is always pretty low. Their quesabirria packed more flavor than some I've had back home. Was very impressed. We ordered a couple more drinks that weren't on happy hour before we wrapped up the evening. Drinks were well balanced and really nice to sip on as we read our books at the bar. read more

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Alexis F.

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3 years ago

Me and some girl friend went here and were able to get right in without a reservation. The ambience was a low lite chill vibe. Very nice. The drinks were AMAZING and the food matched! There were great small plates or entrees. Will def go back! read more

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Ambika M.

2 years ago

Came for the bottomless espresso martini.. stayed for everything else Not sure what more I expected from a bottomless espresso martini.. but it's just not good. Everything else, especially the pancakes, were great. And the service was awesome! read more

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Grace M.

4 years ago

First time here! The decor/ambiance was perfect for a gals night! I loved the variety of food which honestly made it so difficult to make a decision! Overall, the food was super fresh and flavorful (Not pictured was the Navarè drink which was yummy but definitely packs some spice!) read more

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Priyanka D.

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3 years ago

we went here for a brunch on Sunday ( we had reserved a week prior) and everything was so yummy! these are definitely the best pancakes I've had in DC hands down - so soft and fluffy! my friends really liked their tuna poke bowl too. i was also a big fan of their chilaquiles - highly recommend! our food came on time and the seating near the window is also really cute for group pictures. i think this is definitely an underrated place for good brunch options read more

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David M.

2 years ago

Our first time at Vagabond. Birria tacos on the happy hour menu were delicious. Same for the fish tacos. Husband had the Grilled Octopus! So yummy. Cooked well and tender. I had the Marinated Skirt Steak. It was served medium rare and was delicious. The au gratin potatoes were perfect. Everyone was friendly and Brenda was an excellent read more

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Andrew D.

3 years ago

Red beet hummus had walnuts! Put a quick end to the night. Highly recommend a change to the menu. read more

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Richard C.

2 years ago

For starters, this place's bottomless brunch is SO GOOD!!!!!! Their drinks are so delicious, I could just have them for all three of my meals. The Waikiki, CHEF'S KISS OH MY GOD. The scrambled egg was okay, but the poké bowl, they did their BIGGEST one with that. The garlic aioli was pure GASSSSS. It's a nice a cute cozy sit-down, my only complaint is that I almost fell down the steepest stairs ever and split my skull open going to the bathroom. read more

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Shreya M.

2 years ago

I had a lot of fun here! Perfect place for an outdoor happy hour this summer. Everyone was so warm here, and the cocktails were delish. (Sangria on the happy hour menu is sooo good) read more

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Becca K.

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3 years ago

This place is adorable. Great food, great drinks. Brenda is the best server. So attentive, so sweet. Would recommend to all my friends read more

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Anna S.

3 years ago

Went for happy hour and had a few delicious cocktails and bites. Great atmosphere, very boho surf that would be great for a date night or girls night. Fantastic service and quick turnaround on drinks and apps. read more

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Lily S.

Elite 25

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2 years ago

I've been to vagabond for both brunch and dinner, and I've loved both! The menu options aren't incredibly exciting, but it's all well prepared and in a fun setting. The space is very beachy and modern, but there's fun music that turns it from relaxed to energetic. I loved the Pura Vida scramble at brunch (and the breakfast burrito looks great too), and at dinner I really enjoyed the chicken skewer plate with bok choy and Mediterranean salad. For drinks I've tried the G-Land cocktail which I highly recommend! read more

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Francesca P.

Elite 23

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3 years ago

Came for brunch with some friends and when you fist walk in you see the cute beachy vibe with a nice bar area. Our server was helpful and friendly and attentive with our bottomless drinks. I got the vagabond bowl which was simple but delicious. The others at my table had chilaquiles and then the pancake combo meal. For drinks - espresso martinis and guava mimosas. I'd recommend this as a great spot to meet up with friends for brunch and it seems like they have a cool downstairs /back room that probably is fun at night or for private events. read more

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Crista J.

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3 years ago

I am giving it a 4 star for the service and ambiance. The waitress was a very nice young lady and the inside of the restaurant gave us a nice feeling. Otherwise, I wouldn't add more about food, it wasn't anything I would come back for. The Pasteis de Nata was not event a 10% of what it should be, better rename that pastry, just in case, to avoid confusing people. read more

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Kimberly C.

3 years ago

The service was honestly the best. It the made the experience so much better. 10/10 ask for Brenda!! read more

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Brandon H.

3 years ago

Excellent service and food. Ambiance was perfect for a quick afternoon meal. We had the Tuna Ceviche, Halibut, Grilled Caesar, Chicken, Shrimp, and Veggie Skewers. All the food was top notch, seasoned, and pretty tasty. I will be going back in the future to try other items on their menu. read more

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Julie W.

Elite 25

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3 years ago

Wow, I will definitely be back! Amazing service, the wait staff and hosts in particular were so sweet and nice. And dude, $44 for an entree and all you can bring cocktails, such a steal. Also, other restaurants TAKE NOTE! Offer unlimited brunch cocktails other than Mimosas or Bloody Marys! Some people like other options, especially a good espresso martini. Will definitely be back in a heartbeat. read more

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Lilah S.

4 years ago

Enjoyed a girls' brunch on Saturday. $40 for an entree plus bottomless brunch drinks is ok by me! It was a bit loud for me. The server was very busy but kept up with our drink refills. They made my daughter (12) a virgin espresso martini so cute! The sliders are really, really good! read more

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If you're in DC and want to go to a place with AYCD, this is the spot. They had a variety of mimosas as well as espresso martinis with a choice of an entree. I was feeling excessively wonderful by the time I was done with brunch :) what a treat! read more

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Alexa S.

3 years ago

Went here to celebrate a close-friend's birthday. We were able to reserve a table for over 10. It was a surprise for our friend, so they even let us sit down 30 minutes prior to our reservation due to our table being ready - and let us wait to start our bottomless brunch. First time here, very calm interior design - teals and white. It was previous a bar that was very dark, so I like how they redid the inside. I got the Açaí bowl, it was large and yummy. Although it did melt a lot faster than I could eat it while socializing, so I would opt for something different next time. read more

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Rick B.

1 year ago

Food was awful. Service was really bad too.....how hard is it to make tacos? ?? I'll move on to another vendor

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Em N.

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The ambience is great here as is the service. The appetizers were great 4/5 (I would come back just for the bites) and the main dishes were mediocre 3/5. Yuca and regular fries with a delicious sauce 4/5. Tuna tartar 5/5. Veggie tempura fried chips 4/5. Short rib quesadilla 4/5. Shrimp ceviche 3/5. Indonesian chicken 3.5/5. Chile dish with steak strips 2.5/5. It was mostly sauce and bell pepper. Get the bites if you come here! read more

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Lipi R.

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We hosted an event at vagabond and they were so gracious and amazing. We stayed past our event time and ordered more drinks and they rewarded us with free shots. The few apps they gave us were great- hummus, tuna tartar - really stellar. They gave us a few bottles of wine which were also quality. The vibe inside is also so cute it's very white and clean with blue accents so it's got kind of a Greek Mykonos vibe going. Sad this place opened up right as I'm leaving DC! read more

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Ruby T.

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3 years ago

I really enjoyed Vagabond. The chicken main entree with dark meat was tasty. I also enjoyed the cucumber cocktail. The ambiance is nice as well. read more

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Julian B.

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4 years ago

Great cocktails and great food. Had the birria tacos and the chips relleno. Super tasty. Stars reduced for bartender who was not very friendly because after all we still tipped 20% read more

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Muhaned E.

2 years ago

A little pricey. $48 bottomless brunch with decent size brunch entree options. Service was very good. Restaurant is pretty clean read more

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Tyler M.

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2 years ago

The food here is great! They have a cheap happy hour with great options. The service is okay, not always the friendliest.

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Adina W.

2 years ago

Best rooftop in Dupont! The cocktails are stunningly delicious. My favorite is the Nazare (spicy & sweet). The birria quesadillas and mini burgers are to die for. Amazing neighborhood spot read more

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Diego R.

2 years ago

I went to vagabond to see a friend dj performing and I was surprised of how good the food and drinks are . Fun ambience with good crowd.

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Kaitlyn E.

2 years ago

We went for restaurant week, and unfortunately were not very impressed. The food was very good, but the portions were underwhelming. We all left a bit hungry and wishing for more from the menu. I enjoyed the food but wouldn't be going back again after the restaurant week experience read more

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Ashvita V.

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2 years ago

good bottomless drinks deal- $44 for bottomless drinks + entree. the surfers burrito was good, but the portuguese baked eggs were overly salted. the restaurant can get pretty loud, however the servers were attentive and kind. the shareable pancakes for the table were a hit! overall, a very good deal for cocktails and great laid back atmosphere. read more

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Marcy R.

2 years ago

Fun brunch. Great food. Great drinks. Great service. Pretty loud but could've been the especially loud group next to us.

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Zoya G.

Elite 25

3 years ago

Love this place. Great vibes, excellent food, fun drinks, and very friendly service. Great for a date night.

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Ramya V.

3 years ago

Drinks were good but someone in our party got fish and it came ice cold. Our waitress didn't check on us once, we had the menus the entire meal, didn't get the drinks we ordered until we asked again, had empty glasses and plates on our tables. The manager came to apologize about the fish and offered to buy a dessert which we declined and then refused to comp anything else from our meal. The waitress never apologized for the uncooked food or service. Despite having several open tables, they only seated us after asking several times if we were going to have a table. The ambiance would be nice if everything else wasn't so bad. The Cesear salad we ordered had no dressing and was just oily. Even with the ambience and drinks I wouldn't recommend. read more

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Sydney H.

4 years ago

Great food and a really fun ambiance. Always playing the best music and has the best service! Definitely get the sliders when you're there read more

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K F.

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2 years ago

No complaints. I had a group of 7 looking to try a new brunch spot. Making and confirming the reservation was simple and they sat our group even though we arrived 15 minutes early. We had a nice big window booth that comfortably sat our group. It was busy and noisy, but did not feel overwhelming for a Sunday afternoon brunch. Everyone enjoyed their food and the drinks began slow, but picked up as soon as we ordered the food. The waitress was friendly and made sure we had what we needed, including a final drink before closing out. Recommend checking it out! read more

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Aerin T.

3 years ago

Love love loved the yucca here! It was crispy and delicious. Next time I think I'll get just that along with skewers. The poké was a huge portion and very filling and the bok choy was some of the best I ever had. We were sat right away on a Friday night and the service was good. They have three floors with the bottom one having a different ambiance! Go in and check it out yourself. I will be back for that yucca lol read more

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1836 18th St NW
Washington, DC 20009
Dupont Circle
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(202) 629-1301
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http://www.vagabonddc.com

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Hours

What time does Vagabond open?

Vagabond opens at 4:00 PM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday.Vagabond opens at 10:00 AM on Saturday and Sunday.

What time does Vagabond close?

Vagabond closes at 12:00 AM (Next day) on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Sunday.Vagabond closes at 2:00 AM (Next day) on Friday and Saturday.

Mon-Thu 4:00 PM - 12:00 AM (Next day)Fri 4:00 PM - 2:00 AM (Next day)Sat 10:00 AM - 2:00 AM (Next day)Sun 10:00 AM - 12:00 AM (Next day)

Payment methods

Does Vagabond take credit cards?

Yes, Vagabond takes credit cards.

Food & Alcohol

Does Vagabond have catering options?

Yes, Vagabond does have catering options.

Does Vagabond have a drive thru?

No, Vagabond does not have a drive thru.

Does Vagabond have a happy hour?

Yes, Vagabond has a happy hour.

Does Vagabond serve alcohol?

Yes, Vagabond serves alcohol. Full Bar

Outdoor Amenities

Does Vagabond have bike parking?

Yes, Vagabond has bike parking.

Does Vagabond have outdoor seating?

Yes, Vagabond has outdoor seating options.

Does Vagabond have parking?

Yes, Vagabond has parking options. Validated Parking

Other Amenities

Does Vagabond allow outdoor smoking?

No, Vagabond does not allow outdoor smoking.

Does Vagabond have free WiFi?

Yes, Vagabond has free WiFi.

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Went here and wasn't able to experience the full bar with games as they were booked with an event…read moreBUT we were able to sit at the bar! *insert denzel washington Malcom X GIF* (him banging on the table) Dammit the drinks were hitting and the food was amazing. Bartender was super nice and his lemon drops had my ankles wobbling walking out the door. S/o to him. I will definitely be back to have a time!

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Astoria DC

4.3(646 reviews)

0.4 mi•Dupont Circle

•$$$

I've been hearing about this place for a while now, so our daughter made reservations for our visit…read moreand we were not disappointed! We were greeted and seated right away. Our server was new and very helpful. The space is tight in there so walking back to our table was a bit of a challenge trying not to hit someone while they were taking a drink, but the energy is high and lively! We ordered cocktails to start, and there were so many interesting choices that it was a difficult choice. We all thought we got the best one! Every dish was fresh, flavorful and fire! The scallion lamb was tender and savory. The crab fried rice was total comfort food and I could eat this every day! All those flavors! The dish that stole the show; however, was the eggplant! Wow! What a wonderful surprise. Hot, fresh and full of flavor, the eggplant was perfectly cooked and we couldn't stop talking about it long after we left!

First time visiting this place after saving it on my list for a while now. Well, let's just say…read morethat it's worth the hype! Advice: sitting outside might be better in the cooler weather because we were being eaten alive by mosquitoes and fighting off flies. I really hope that they consider some type of nature oils near the tables to help guests feel more comfortable outdoors. Also, it would help to get more than one fan. Hospitality: aside from the bugs encounter, I would say that we did not have reservations (they were packed inside) so the hostess was nice enough to accommodate us outdoor. Our waiter, Anthony was a ball of energy and he really understands the dishes and was able to give great recommendations, some of which we plan to try on our next visit. Portions: the dishes are shareable so we only ordered the beef noodles and walnut shrimp and both were more than enough for a party of 2. DRINKS: I ordered the dark and stormy which can best be described as not too sweet and perfect for anyone desiring a well balanced drink. The bourbon smash was also really good. Well balanced with a smoky flavor which I loved. FOOD: Beef noodles- gosh this was so divine! Be warned however, there is a bit of spice to it but nothing that you won't be able to handle. I think the spices paired with the preparation of the noodles and the beef all made this dish memorable. Walnut shrimp- another memorable dish which came with a side of white rice. The shrimps were HUGE! But the flavors on each shrimp paired with that crunchy texture and creamy sauce, spectacular! Safe to say that we enjoyed both dishes and cannot wait to return and reserve indoor tables lol

Interior dining space. Narrow but really nice on the inside.

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Jaisie S.

225

2 years ago

I recently visited Vagabond in DC and had a wonderful experience! I tried the Nazare to drink and paired it with the Indo Roasted Chicken--it was absolutely delicious. The flavors were on point, and everything was beautifully presented. We were served by Kiah and the service provided was great! I met up with some of my old coworkers, and the atmosphere was perfect for catching up and enjoying our time together. Great food, great drinks, and a cozy vibe--I'll definitely be back! Follow my IG account for Curated Google Maps list for brunch, happy hours, rooftops, parks, wineries & more in the DMV area: @yourdmvbestie read more

Stephen D.

127

252

2 years ago

The vibe at the rooftop bar is absolutely incredible! Their happy hour, from 4-6pm, is a hidden gem. While the menu may be small, it's packed with flavor. The yuca fries are perfectly crispy and the burger sliders are just to die for - definitely worth the visit. The drink selection complements the bites perfectly, making it an ideal spot to unwind after a long day or kickstart the evening. It's the perfect place for a casual hangout with great munchies and an inviting atmosphere. read more

Dave M.

1 year ago

Was in the Capitol and apparently they parked a food truck in front of the RNC for the taco bit? They deserve the Bud Light treatment. They arent worthy of staying in business. The boycott begins. Enjoy. read more

Jon D.

1 year ago

Just not very good quality. Poorly made, low quality ingredients. Unfortunately street food like this is just an easy option, no care, no skill read more

Erika R.

153

4 years ago

Had some great cocktails here, also enjoyed the atmosphere! Also seems like there is a ton of seating options, which is great

Suzan L.

1 year ago

Absolutely disgusting .Would't eat here again with someone else's digestive system. Do yourself a favor and keep walking

Tomas R.

4 years ago

Very nice place I went there one of the weekends when soft opening couple of drinks very nice and professional stuff

Robert V.

1 year ago

Absolute garbage. Don't waste your money. You'd be better off getting Eric Fartwell's leftover Taco Bell.

Celeste D.

5 months ago

*Happy hour menu review* Absolutely delicious. Not one thing was bad. Everything was phenomenal. read more

Lonnie P.

1 year ago

If you want to spend the night on the toilet, the food at Vagabond is a great place to start.

Phyllis B.

3 years ago

Good food; good service! There was a nice ambiance with a nice vibe to enjoy my meal.

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