600 T

"An unsuspecting basement near Howard Theatre is much bigger than you think. Choose from indoor or covered outdoor seating that feels old-world industrial with wood-paneled walls, exposed light bulbs, and candle-lit tables. The menu here offers cocktails of all kinds, small pours of different liquors, and even cocktail shooters that are just as strong as their full-size counterparts. For those interested, they also provide a substantial and delicious zero-proof section of the menu, offering anything from an espresso martini to other unique concoctions." - Abi Newhouse, Nicole Schaller

"Shaw cocktail bar 600 T created a new mural-covered patio in response to the pandemic, and it is outfitted for the winter months with heaters and hot drinks." - Adele Chapin

"Muddled cucumber, blackberries, lemon, basil, Mezcal Union Uno, and soda unite in the simply named Mezcal as part of the rebooted cocktail bar’s debut lineup of to-go bottled cocktails ($16 to $18). Old Fashioned connoisseurs will appreciate varieties that employ high-end bourbons." - Tierney Plumb

"The underground cocktail bar in Shaw has added a patio full of polished wood and graffiti art where mandatory food options include berebere-spiced popcorn and chile garlic beef jerky. Drinks include a green Chartreuse cocktail with bell pepper juice, lime, and Prosecco." - Tierney Plumb

"Unassuming cocktail bar 600 T, the underground spot that started out as a word-of-mouth destination in 2017, reopens for business tonight by relocating to a surprise new patio behind the Shaw address that doubles as its name (600 T Street NW). After closing for five months during the pandemic, 600 T reopens at 5 p.m. with an 24-seat space full of polished wood and graffiti art." - Tierney Plumb