Matthias M.
Yelp
The Basics:
I want to like this spot. I really do. In fact I have come more than a handful of times. Every time I come here, I want to ENJOY a beverage (or two) after a ride and a food, sadly, that has never happened.
The Venue:
The venue has two bars and offers a basic food menu. One of the bars has a walk-up alley opening and a section blocked off with standing tables. There is a stage and a decent amount of spectator space. The venue welcomes many local and smaller artists, and has a few B lost arrests too. The venue has great potential.
The Location:
Located in Washington DC's new Wharf district, this new hip location has plenty of tourists and curious residents visiting the area. Side note, this area promotes more of a Savannah or Charleston feel than DC.
The Staffers: Like I mentioned before, I generally come here on two wheels. The first time I came here, the bar tender allowed me to place my bike in the empty bar area while I topped off my water bottle and got a beer. While there, the Manager came out in a hissy and told me to move my bike outside. The bar area literally had no one there, except me. After some minor protest, I left my half drank beer and departed. I should have learned my lesson. The next time I came by, I decided to check out the outdoor bar instead. Similar interaction... "sir, no bikes permitted outside this bar". WTF? They tell me there are bike docks everywhere. That's not the point. Third time (still haven't learned)... "sir, you cannot stand at the blue tables, only the salmon tables, and your bike cannot be in this area". Again, some dismay, but I oblige and leave a half drunk beer.
The Food: mediocre and overpriced
Why 2 stars and not 1: I've been here about 5 times and 3 have been shit. The other two have been OK, not great, but not bad. I would avoid this place at all costs if you have a bike. If not, don't expect much either, but you shouldn't have any problems.