Makers Union

First time dining here yesterday. No friendly introduction first thing. Them, to be seated in an area that was not to appeasing to the point I had to point out the table was not clean, and food from previous guests was on the floor. Well, let’s conclude with our waiter was very nice, and he was so attentive. His name I don’t recall, assured he is tall with long hair dreads to be exact.. For the pricing they definitely could give larger portions. Brussel sprouts were tasty just overcooked a bit. Skirt steak more like a mini skirt!!! The magical safe drink not tasty at all, but strong. Wasn’t aware it included herbal tea. I wouldn’t recommend other than for the beauty of it.

A new restaurant in the Warf where we had lunch. The menu offered for Restaurant Week has quite a few options (see photo): a three course menu for $25. We were surprised by the nice- regular portion size. Normally, during this event, restaurants tend to reduce it. Our meals were deliciiiious! I had the incredible kebab (meatless), and that was extremely tasty. It was such a complete dish. I highly recommend Makers Union!

Visited this restaurant for brunch for the first time and I enjoyed it. I sat at the bar and the bartender explained that you can order unlimited food items by selecting three appetizers and three entrees and they will continue to bring those selected items out for a total of $36.95/person. I arrived around 2pm and brunch ends at 3pm so I received one serving of each item expect for the deviled eggs because they ran out. I was allowed to change the benedict to egg whites and a brioche bun, which was excellent! All of the food was pretty good except I wouldn't order the skillet again (maybe my late arrival didnt help that dish come out as it normally would). Everything else, Id like a repeat of, especially the brussel sprouts and chicken tender appetizer. The bartender made really good espresso martinis and he had a great personality. He was working really hard! The ambiance and decor was nice. The place was vibrant and there is outdoor seating. The bar area also had electric outlets which came in handy since i brought my laptop to do a little work before eating.

I had an incredible dining experience at Bakers Union! The food was delicious, but what truly made the brunch memorable was our amazing waitress, Danny. She was attentive, friendly, and went above and beyond to ensure we had everything we needed. Her recommendations were spot on, and she made us feel genuinely welcomed. If you're looking for great food and top-notch service, I highly recommend visiting and asking for Danny—you won't be disappointed!

Nice place but they struggled while I was there. Everything was extremely slow. Reservation was at 630. We got seated right away but didn’t get greeted by our server until 645; there seemed to be confusion about who was even supposed to be serving the table. Placed our appetizer and drink order — both took a long time to show up (15+ minutes from when we ordered). Steak was ordered mid-rare and served almost mid-well; the second attempt was mooing. Bar service was incredibly slow. We didn’t leave until after 8. Whole meal probably only should have taken an hour. Nice spot with a cool vibe but they really need to get it together.

My friends and I were looking for a great place to have brunch while in town for the weekend, and we stumbled upon this place. The friendly lady outside asked us to take a look at their menu so we did and then we were escorted straight to a table...no wait! I have to say we enjoyed every dish and drink we ordered! Everything was hot, fresh and full of flavor! We also met several of the management staff. They were so welcoming and hospitable. And our waitress Brie was amazing as well. She took the time to explain the unlimited brunch to us. I have told all of my DC friends and family in the area. We will definitely be back.

As an avid advocate for the restaurant industry, the hour and twenty minutes spent here was underwhelming- mainly in terms of the customer service. I usually can understand if someone’s having a rough time or day but from walking into this establishment to my departure, there was little to no feeling of being welcomed or valued as a customer. Upon entering, I walked past a young a lady that was having causal conversation while leaning against a wall, for directions to the ladies room. She politely pointed in the direction as I noticed that she actually was employed there, but didn’t provide any form of welcome. I sat myself at the bar and the bartender slides the menu my way while literally facing and speaking to another guest. Again, no salutation or acknowledging my existence on planet earth. I was served a glass of water as I requested some time to review the menu…the bartender never made his way back around to me lol. Oddly enough, the trainee bartender saved the day by taking my order and actually engaging in conversation with me (which isn’t even a baseline requirement, just toppings on the cake). But as luck would have it, he left for the evening and I was back to square one with the not so welcoming teammates. Moving right along, my check was placed in front of my glass and presumably that would close all of requests for the night since they were minutes from closing. Ohhhh- the server/bartender did ask me if I wanted dessert :) but I politely declined; there was nothing sweet enough in their kitchen to turn this semi-frown upside down. Plus that was just a ploy to gather the menu anyway so….yea. Now, I’m sure you’re wondering how was the food, drinks etc? Everything (lamb lollipops, brussel sprouts, and marg.) was creative and delicious, no doubt about it but the team mates in the back sometimes get outshined by the personnel in the front :/ I’m sure the couple sitting across and the man sitting two seats down from me would have pretty good reviews, I had to soak in the sun rays from all the positivity they were getting- and even a farewell shoutout as they were leaving so I know they’re capable of being polite. I meditated the morning of, set my positive affirmations, put on freshly laundered and pressed clothes plus perfume; who really knows what went wrong?? Either way, I’ve worked in customer service in many capacities and know that it’s inexcusable. Maybe I’ll have better luck another time!

This Makers Union is a delightful dining spot that offers a unique blend of ambiance, culinary delights, and exceptional service. Nestled in the heart of the Wharf, this restaurant is a must-visit for food enthusiasts seeking a memorable dining experience. The staff was attentive, friendly, and knowledgeable about the menu. Agnes at the bar was a pleasure and was more than happy to answer our questions and offer recommendations. I highly recommend the brunch nachos and the deviled eggs! We will definitely be back to visit!