Quick stop for a drink. Friendly bartender. Amazing view. I could have sat there all day!read more

As DC locals, we try to avoid the touristy crowds. But when it's nice and slow, we like to come to…read moreCantina Bambina to try out their seasonal holiday drink menu look at their beautiful decorations, and sit by a gas fireplace. It's really nice and puts my wife and I in the holiday spirit. The drinks are standard DC prices. But this is a dark side bar. We get good people watching to enjoy the weather. Their outdoor seating is pretty good. If it's too cold, the indoor section is heated well. If you're coming for exquisite cocktails, you will be disappointed. But if you come for a drink and a socialize, you'll be OK.

After dinner at Maydan, we wandered over to Medina--and what a perfect way to end the evening…read more We later learned that Medina is Maydan's sister restaurant. While they serve many of the same dishes, the atmosphere couldn't feel more different. Walking inside feels like being transported to a different world. The flowing fabric draped from the ceiling creates the feeling of sitting beneath an elegant tent, making the entire space feel intimate, luxurious, and unlike anywhere else. The cocktails were outstanding. I ordered the Farmer's Market after our server, Orlando, described it as tasting like "your healthy green monster juice... but with alcohol." He absolutely nailed it. Fresh, vibrant, herbaceous, and incredibly refreshing. My friend ordered The Serpent and an espresso martini. Even as someone who's picky about espresso martinis, I have to admit this one was exceptional--light, balanced, and dangerously easy to drink. I only had a few sips (I'm very sensitive to caffeine), but they were worth every one of them. We finished the evening with tea served with drops of absinthe, which was a memorable and elegant ending to an already incredible night. A special thank you to Orlando for making us feel so welcome. We sat, talked for hours, and didn't want the night to end. If you're visiting Maydan, don't make the mistake of heading home afterward. Walk across the street. You'll be glad you did.

My nephew chose Medina - the little sister of the more renowned Maydan restaurant - as his place of…read morechoice to celebrate his 21st birthday. Something about it having a Bedouin tent. So off we went. We had a lovely time. The place was atmospheric and loungey, the service personable, the food very good. Overall a good choice for a special occasion. I enjoyed the food, all cooked over an open fire, but honestly something about it was just shy of transcendent. I think it's a little TOO flavorful. The spices feel a bit overwrought and lacking in nuance, so that there is not much difference in flavor between the dishes. The bread is excellent though, and helped to balance out those strong flavors. The two restaurants share a kitchen, so I think in future I would dine at Maydan, which is where the hearth actually is (all the food served at Medina is walked across the alleyway from Maydan) and choose Medina as a cocktail bar that also has food.

There is weekly trivia on Tuesday which is fun and competitive! The host is great, the questions…read moreare on the tv, and it's well organized (and about 1.5 hours). Happy Hours is throughout the event. Highly recommend. The host is called "New In Town Trivia" on instagram.

A few years ago, Town was just a place I would walk past or perhaps pop in to with no real…read moreattachment. However, the past few years through friends I've discovered and have developed great appreciation for Town! Once you get settled in here, you'll realize how cozy and fun this place is. Gracie is an absolute gem, and genuinely cares about her patrons and the greater community. The people that come into her business she genuinely looks our for and takes care of, making this place feel like "home" for some many people. It's also just a very fun place! Although I don't come for football games, the scene looks lively whenever whenever there is a SF 49ers game going on! And I must say, the bar food is pretty damn good as well. So if you're ever in the neighborhood, make sure to drop by. If it's not packed, that's an even better time to drop in and get to know some if the awesome people that work here. They're truly awesome people!

Outstanding bar with appetizers and a Latin flair…read more Nice vibes. Folks were enjoying themselves. I had one cocktail, a Margarita with Mezcal tequila served with Tajin on the rim and slice of lime. It was nicely made and well presented. Service was great. The bartender absolutely knew what he was doing. I missed the cut-off time for the kitchen and missed out on the empanadas. Next time I'm there, I will try out the empanadas.

Popped into Algeria randomly at the start of their happy hour. Algeria is a bar within Bryant…read moreStreet Market in NE DC right off the red line. It's featured towards the back of the market entrance and has a great feel to it. There are a variety of seating options: high tables, bar seats and lounging seats. I tried their guacamole and chips & sweet n sour wings. I stopped in not expecting much from the food but both bar bites were good. I would definitely come back for them again. Especially because this place gets booming at times. It definitely feels like a neighborhood favorite as this bar is nestled between 2 large apartment buildings. The guacamole and the wings were seasoned to perfection. And our server was kind. Looking forward to the next visit!

An artsy and fun spot in DC to meet up for casual drinks. Be sure to check out their mural (see…read morehow many animals you can spot). The staff is friendly and quick to serve you at the bar or by the QR code ordering system. If you order your drinks by the QR code option, stay nearby your location. Don't wander off. Enjoy their frozen drinks since it's what they're known for. They even had some non alcoholic frosties for your friends who'd prefer. This is the perfect spot to go to with a large or small group of friends if you want to combat the summer heat with a cold bevie. We came for their 4th of July event (we had a nice little show) and enjoyed the good music playing. They also keep friends busy with outdoor connect four and cornhole games.

(4 out of 5 stars)…read more My biggest complaint about Electric Cool-Aid has nothing to do with the business itself: The parking situation is absolutely atrocious. We drove around repeatedly looking for a place to park, and even the nearby public parking garages were inconvenient. Between the summer heat and my mobility issues, a long walk wasn't an option. We eventually found good on-street parking, but only after spending way more time searching than we spent planning our visit. Things did improve once we arrived. The lady checking IDs at the door was friendly and helpful, and she took the time to explain how everything worked, which was appreciated since we were first-time visitors. The slushies were exactly what we needed on a hot day. In fact, just about every single slushie we tried was outstanding. Truly, they were delicious! They were cold and refreshing, which came in clutch on a hot June day. Another nice touch we apprecaited is that they're pet friendly, so I was able to bring my puppy, Chewie. The crowd was a good mix of ages, which always helps make me not feel like an elderly man at a college spot. Electric Cool-Aid also provides a water station, which was another bonus on such a hot freaking day. Overall, we enjoyed the experience and would HIGHLY recommend it... you're already in the area. But, while it's worth a visit, it's probably not worth making a special drive into DC just for it especially if parking and mobility are concerns. We will consider visiting again but maybe a driving service is best...

We visited this spot because we stayed at the hotel it's located in. It's a rooftop bar that you…read morecan only access by one of the three elevators for the building (as marked - it's the standalone). The food was great! I loved the Brussel Sprouts and French Fries. The Brussel Sprouts were sweet, savory, and well cooked while the fries were addictive - meaty and crispy. They had a good amount of seating for being a relatively small space - both tables and patio furniture. If the music was a bit quieter, it would be easier to converse with those around you. We found ourselves yelling, even in a small group.

The setting is great. Take the hotel elevator to the roof and enjoy a beautiful setting. The…read morebartender was great. She was very attentive. The food tasted good as well. My biggest issue is the portion size and prices. For $16 you get two shimp tacos. Nothing else. No garnishes, no side, served with nothing. No sauces at table. This was a bummer. I was hoping for a bit more here. We dropped a chunk of change at the city bar, but sadly our family returned to our room and we were still hungry. Brotha Whiskey is a plus. The owner was giving samples, and the whiskey is delicious. The live dj was jamming, but I'd say it was slightly too loud, thankfully during our time on the roof, it was turned down slightly. All in all, great place to drink and jam and chill, not necessarily best place to eat.

Wolfgang Puck Bar + Bites - Union Station, Second Floor…read more I was at the redeveloping station determined to be out of the U.S. for the week of July 4, 2026, so that I could avoid the semi quincentennial spectacle. Amtrak Vacations developed an itinerary that would take me from Union Station to Chicago, then to Seattle, then to Vancouver, Jasper, and Banff. Over the next few years visitors will see many changes in the station, affecting where and how passengers wait for their train. The changes include a dedicated waiting area for Amtrak ticket holders and a Metropolitan Lounge for sleeper-car passengers. The station features Wolfgang Puck on the second floor, Chopt and Chipotle among others in the food court below the main floor, and a reliable McDonald's near the departure gates. I walked up one flight of non-operational escalators near Pret A Manger late one weekday morning. Mary-Jane was an attentive bar tender. While waiting for the Amtrak Floridian due to depart at 3:57 pm. I ordered a G&T Bombay Sapphire ($16) and decided against the beef sliders ($15) in favor of a double at McDonald's downstairs. Union Station is always evolving, and Wolfgang Puck is a good indicator that travelers are looking for well-crafted menu and bar items.

Delicious. I have no notes, but here's some compliments…read more The chicken sandwich is huge. The bun is soft. The chicken itself is spilling out juices (if you cut it in half). The batter AND chicken are seasoned. And the batter isn't falling off everywhere with every bite. From the first bite to the last, very good. These are the kind of fries I like: thin, crispy, and seasoned. Like, seasoned seasoned. Almost TOO seasoned, but not quite. If you don't like salty fries, you won't like these. The tap water tastes like tap water, but the good kind (if that's a thing). Refreshing. Speedy, attentive service with a smile. She checked on me twice and I got my check less than a minute after I asked for it. FYI, they accept ApplePay, but you'll have to go to one of the kiosks at the bar for that. It's right there, so not inconvenient at all (unless all the bar stools are filled, then you'll have to squeeze between two people to tap). I'm full, happy, and ready for my 15hr train ride

The food and drinks were delicious, and served quickly! Staff were friendly and knowledgeable about…read morethe menu. Our server was amazing! She was friendly, courteous, professional, and most importantly, attentive. Will attend again and recommend to friends.

We came just to relax and enjoy the amazing weather. We automatically went to sit outside in the…read moreshade but didn't know we needed to go inside to order drinks which is good to know for next time. The view is great and the drinks were good you'll spend about $40 for 2 drinks while here. The place is beautiful and everyone seemed to be having a great time. Worth the view