River Club DC
Restaurant · Georgetown
3000 K St NW, Washington, DC 20007
Highlights
Lebanese, Italian, Spanish mezze, craft cocktails, chic decor
Lebanese, Italian, Spanish mezze, craft cocktails, chic decor
"A recently opened spot whose launch included oversized, smartphone-sized matchbox giveaways handed out at the opening and to select VIP guests, and which placed a large order for 50,000 branded matchboxes. The team hired Lillian Ling, the creative director and founder of branding studio Stray Rabbit, to develop the look. Co-founder Farid Azouri emphasizes attention to detail in both product and experience: "We did not cut any corners [in developing River Club], especially in terms of the design, ingredients we use, even the sound system," and "We decided when we're going to offer something, we're not going to go for the cheap option." On the marketing value he notes, "Fifty thousand people eventually will have a little branded item in their home. It is a great marking tool." - Hannah Yasharoff
"River Club in Georgetown now has a walk-in-only front bar serving a three-course $35 weekend brunch featuring pasta limone, fruit brûlée, and a Lebanese breakfast. Happy Hour runs Tuesday to Friday, with a $10 negroni sbagliato." - omnia saed
"Residents Cafe and Bar co-founders Farid Azouri and David Nammour expanded to Georgetown Harbor last July with the debut of a stunning ode to the far-reaching flavors of Lebanon, Italy, and Spain. Chef Nate Berry prepares a meze-styled menu full of gambas al ajillo, wagyu beef carpaccio, croquetas, skewers, lobster paella, and large orders like smoked lamb ribs surrounded with hummus and labneh. The sizable space that formerly housed Bangkok Joe’s got a massive overhaul, complete with custom furniture, dreamy decor sourced from Lebanon, and a new bar upon entry that assembles tableside arak service and affogato espresso martinis. Snag a seat here." - Tierney Plumb
"Covered in lush floral wallpaper, River Club is the 2024 Design of the Year winner located on the bustling Georgetown waterfront. It offers a vibrant bar scene with a focus on flavors from Lebanon, Italy, and Spain, featuring unique cocktails and a separate menu from its dining room." - Emily Venezky
"On Friday, January 17, American DJ and producer Diplo showed up to perform at Georgetown’s sleek Lebanese newcomer named Eater DC’s 2024 Design of the Year." - Vinciane Ngomsi
