Taffer's Tavern

When we walked in we had high expectations, but my goodness were they met! Drinks were excellent with such cool presentation. Food was great, with the highlight being the pork belly skewers. Service was great, everyone was so friendly. Also such a great atmosphere, we absolutely loved the inside (plus the mantle with Taffer’s photo on it is a nice touch haha). Definitely find time to try this place!

Me, my girlfriend (Kristina) and a friend of ours had a wonderful experience at this extraordinary place, before we were going to a concert at Capital One arena that is right next to it! The food was really tasty, as well as the cocktails, which were delicious and unique. The staff (especially our server (Mikkayah if I remember correctly) and the manager) made our stay feel special and we were treated very well. My girlfriend had a birthday that day and they were so kind that they gave her a discount and cookies with candles, while singing her a happy birthday song. That was so sweet of them and we thank them so much!!! Atmosphere is amazing and unique and we felt very cozy and safe. The food and cocktails were served quickly and as I said, were delicious. Overall experience 10/10, if we could give you more stars we would definitely do it! Looking forward to seeing you again!!!

It's highly unusual for me to say this, but I have nothing bad to say about this restaurant. We arrived without a reservation on a Thursday and were seated promptly. Catherine made sure our every need was met. Everything I tasted was delicious. I was skeptical about trying the pork belly skewers but I was pleasantly surprised. They had a vast selection of cocktails beers and wines to choose from. Although there was a good amount of people there I could still the group of people I was with ease. I would highly recommend this restaurant to anyone coming with a small or large group.

Taffer’s Tavern was a disappointment. I’ve always enjoyed watching Bar Rescue and just knew that this place would be held to a high standard as far as quality of food and cocktails. I do want to mention that the restaurant is absolutely beautiful on the inside and and location is great (so they will continue to do well). Our group of 8 were quickly seated and our server was very nice…actually he was a little too nice because he talked quite a bit. I was curious and excited to try the Bubble(2) cocktail and it was very basic…I’ve had much better cocktails at other places. The entire group agreed that the food was average. No one was wow’d by anything. The BBQ Sliders were lukewarm and the Mac & Cheese that was on them didn’t have any flavor. The truffle fries were pretty good however. Some guests had the Fish and Chips (greasy and flavorless) and none of them liked it. The Cheeseburger was just okay and the French Toast had an overwhelming amount of cinnamon. If this was any other place, I wouldn’t have been as dissatisfied but I expected more from a Jon Taffer restaurant. Note: The soap dispenser in the bathroom was either put in the wrong location or poorly designed. It took us several minutes to find it and then couldn’t understand how to get soap out of it. When we finally found the area to press, the soap shoots out directly towards you.

Fans of the Bar Rescue series we wanted to see how a restaurant associated with John Taffer would compare to others. The restaurant has a great upscale Atmosphere with a clean modern look, offering upscale round booths for a sophisticated feel. We arrived early and were the second table after opening at 12, drinks seemed slow but when they arrived were well worth it. The Harvest Margarita was Amazing and the Prohibition was a decent second. We had the Onion Ring Appetizer, they seemed a bit crunchy which we described as slightly over cooked but still tasted good. The food was good, I would describe the two dishes as Pub Fare being sandwiches, burgers and the side being fries. Taffer’s BBQ Sliders were a great choice with the macaroni on top for a great change from the ordinary. The Cajun Ranch was an amazing side to go with the French fries. The Brunch menu “hangover” sandwich was underwhelming and would not be a desired item upon return. A request of Tater Tots instead of fries was forgotten and regular fries were provided with the sandwich but this was corrected quickly upon request without issue. In all the Atmosphere and Crafted Cocktails were the winners here and not the food. Prices on the food also seemed a bit high for Pub Fare. Will return for Drinks but probably not dinner. 2 crafted cocktails, onion ring appetizer, BBQ Sliders, and a Hangover Sandwich were a bit over $100 after tip.

First time experiencing this hidden gem yesterday with friends. We was seated immediately with no reservations. The ambience is amazing, and the service is great. Che the bartender spot on with his attentive service. Raul the manager is very professional, and engaging to ensure that you are experiencing quality of service. Also Mr. Davis is very helpful the security guard, and detailed. The food was very good with the exception of the Brussel Sprouts was a lil overcooked. Overall definitely will be returning again. To be exact on Wednesday for a birthday dinner.

My Girlfriend is a huge fan of Mr.Taffer & was super excited to give this place a try. We went on a Thursday afternoon to avoid the rush. We flight the flight which was super good & definitely worth the $20 dollars. It was a lot in each cup & made very well. We got the wings & loaded tots (forget the menu name) which were incredible. I got the fish and chips which was cooked very well, my only complaint (only my opinion) that I wish it was smaller pieces of fish, instead of two huge lumps of cod. My girlfriend got the spicy chicken sandwich. I couldn’t believe how much chicken was on the sandwich & was one of the best ones I’ve had in the area. Overall the food was great, people were awesome, & the design of the inside was beautiful. Alfred was our server & did amazing. Was very friendly , knew the menu well, & checked on out frequently. Would ask for him again.

Came here to see the Bar Rescue restaurant. Ambiance was great, food was incredible and staff was on point. We had a server take our order, multiple hosts/hostesses check on us and a food runner that was very friendly. Restaurant is adjacent to Capital One Arena. Great place to go before or after the Capitals game. Walking distance from the Smithsonian museums and a mile away from the White House/Washington Monument as well as the Capitol Building.

Food was good (I got the roast beef au jus, it was great), service was okay (waiter was super chatty and was telling us about his bad jokes that pissed off another group he served previously), ambiance was strange being right next to capital one arena the crowds can be hit or miss. The giant soft pretzel was also excellent!!

The first time I heard about Taffer's Tavern was when I was looking at Yelp friends' reviews. Since I've watched "Bar Rescue" from time to time over the years, I was intrigued as to what a restaurant with Jon Taffer's name on it would be like. I expected that it would be clean and orderly with well-trained bar and kitchen staff plus efficient front of the house employees. While the reviews have been mixed, we liked what we saw on the menu then decided to give it a try. I made a reservation for 5:30 on a Saturday night. When we got there, it was clear that not having a reservation wasn't a problem as the place wasn't very busy. Upon entering, we noticed that the place wasn't ADA compliant. Once inside, one has to walk down some stairs to the host stand. While we didn't have problems, others who don't get around very well could have trouble getting around. The 2 women at the host stand were friendly. We chose a table over a booth and were given menus. On the way to the table, the manager was on the floor and as he walked by, he greeted us. We were told that our server, Sean (Shawn?) would be along shortly. He was prompt getting to us and we gave our drink orders. In addition he was friendly and polite. I had ginger ale while my husband had a Coors Light. Since I wasn't very hungry, I chose to have a bowl of French onion soup and an appetizer of six chicken wings. For my sauce, I chose honey bourbon bbq sauce and for dressing for dipping the carrots and celery, I chose ranch. The chicken wings turned out to be the best item we ordered. Not only were the wings on the large size but they were moist on the inside and the skin was crispy. The veggies were very fresh. My husband said he would try one piece and liked them so much he took seconds. As for the French onion soup, it was okay. Nothing to write home about. It came to the table warm, instead of hot. The cheeses used were provolone and mozzarella, which I thought were a good combo. Croutons were supposed to be garlic bread but I tasted no garlic. The portion of onions was generous. My husband ordered the "Classic American Burger" which consists of: "Classic burger with American cheese, lettuce, tomatoes, pickles, onion and Tavern fries". He had this to say about his burger---Burger was good, not great because the hamburger tended to crumble and because the pickle chunk was on top of the burger making it hard to handle for a handheld item. Suggest a pickle slice placed on the plate. The burger bun needed to be sturdier - it tended to flatten and fall apart. He suggested fewer fries with the Classic American Burger. He couldn't finish them all and he's the kind of guy who was raised to finish everything on the plate. The place looked kind of upscale. We would go again---especially for the wings :)

I would highly recommend Taffer's! Let's start with arrival friendly faces and we found our table quickly! Our server (I didn't get her name but she was soooooo sweet and full of energy! She had yellow hair like a ray of sunshine- fitting for her personality!) She memorized all 6 orders and they were accurate and delicious! I got a chicken avocado club sandwich and Akeem got the prime rib sandwich. For my chicken avocado sandwich the sauce was like a whipped sauce. It was really good. My sister got a salad and some green beans and it looked really good- a really big portion. The two other gents (my BIL and family friend), got a chicken and waffles dish. I think one was supposed to be spicy, but I don't think either were that spicy. And our friend got a salad and buffalo chicken flatbread that looked really good. Everyone ordered a drink and most of the drinks came with a really cute show. The two Mojito drinks didn't have a show but they looked refreshing. We got a smoked old-fashioned that was epic and get your camera ready and we also got the bubble squared. We also ordered a s'mores drink which came with another fun show!! We definitely didn't come for dinner and a show at Taffers because we were going to the usher concert after and that was our main show, but we definitely enjoyed a nice pre-show with all the cocktails - they took it to the next level! When we first sat down, our server asked if we were going to the concert and she was very mindful of our time to make sure that we could get to the concert on time which I truly appreciate! Everything flowed very smoothly and the bathrooms were neat! Initially, Akeem and I came here on one of our margarita marches and we had tacos (a special for the March) and blueberry margaritas. We remembered this place was really good, especially for big groups, so we recommended it when we needed to find a place close to the capital one Arena- and it was the perfect choice!

Great place to get food and drinks before a show! At the Capitol One arena. The Wings and drinks are great. Service was quick and staff was very accommodating.

My wife and REALLY LOVED coming to Taffer's! This was our second visit to Taffer's in DC it is in a perfect location next to Capital One Arena where we are delighted to say we are going to Taffer's for now on when we go to concerts and Wizards games at Capital One Arena. This is a beautiful restaurant with plenty of tvs, fresh beers on tap, and beautifully crafted drinks and food. We love the location and where it is located. There are several parking garages nearby for parking and it is in an easy to walk to area as well. My wife and I have our favorite meals now of days with truffle fries, I love the Taffer's Burger and my wife and son love the chicken and waffles! The food was absolutely perfect and full of flavor, they are super fast with service on bringing out the food and delivering your drinks so you're not sitting around hungry or in a rush to get to your concert of game. This place is a must go to in DC! My wife and I have already booked our next data at Taffer's next week for our anniversary dinner date before the Usher concert at Capital One Arena!

Visiting Taffer's on a Monday evening when there is not a game going on means it's a very quiet place The service was good, the security guard was even friendly but boy he doesn't shut up. Let's us eat man! Now about the food! I ordered chicken and waffles and it came with these little corn curd thingys and they were good! Overall the food was good, the service was kind, and the atmosphere was cool.

Decided to check out Taffer's Tavern last Wednesday before the Chris Brown concert since I am a big fan of Bar Rescue. I sat at the bar with a few friends and my bartender was Vinnie. He took great care of us and the service was fast. You can't beat the daily Happy Hour till close! I ordered the Cloud 9 cocktail with buffalo chicken flatbread & honey bbq wings. Let me just say it was all so so good. The cloud 9 cocktail was so creative because without the cotton candy it was tart. When you add the cotton candy it balanced it out perfectly. I ordered another one that's how good it was and the presentation was a cute smoke bubble. Jon Taffer mastered the bar food. The wings were nice and crispy with that amazing honey bbq sauce. The flatbread was very filling and the crust was amazing. I can't wait to go back and try more items when I have more time. They played really good music too. The ambiance was perfect.

Saw this place on Tik Tok as I was looking for a quick bite to eat before the Wizards game! This place is known for cute/instagramable drinks and I do think they exceed there! The food was decent, nothing to rave about. The brussel sprouts could use more flavor. I will say, make sure to order the truffle fries! They didn't miss there. One of the bartenders was a bit strange to me. He took our drink coasters (that another bartender had placed down for us) without saying a word and providing any reasoning. I'm assuming he doesn't like drink coasters, but let that be known why you're just removing stuff.

Why not have the best drinks and food while you wait for an event at the Capital One Arena! Staff is really really nice! No complaints! Love it here!

Taffer's Tavern oh how I wish you were in Miami! This lovely little restaurant Bar exceded my expectations. The ambiance was just right, the lighting was just Perfect and it came complete with a fireplace and all. We were greeted by our waitress and she was so kind and helpful. She helped us order our meals and the was perfect from the chicken wings to the burgers and the pasta, everything was delicious! And omg the drinks were amazing!!!! They have a huge variety of beers and cocktails that are to die for! And their cocktails are so fun and cute! I loved my experience and If I'm ever in Washington DC I'll be sure to pay them a visit!

It's highly unusual for me to say this, but I have nothing bad to say about this restaurant. We arrived without a reservation on a Thursday and were seated promptly. Catherine made sure our every need was met. Everything I tasted was delicious. I was skeptical about trying the pork belly skewers but I was pleasantly surprised. They had a vast selection of cocktails beers and wines to choose from. Although there was a good amount of people there I could still the group of people I was with ease. I would highly recommend this restaurant to anyone coming with a small or large group.

Simply amazing! Came here for happy hour after work near by on a Friday. Beautiful place, not crowded with fairly priced and amazing food & drinks. Will be back!

This place had a nice vibe and our server was friendly and on point and location good as my friend and I were attending a concert. The drinks were good and presented well! We had chicken wings and fries, and initially they were not hot enough but our server remedied the situation! The wings tasted good with mambo sauce. I'll try it again.

I am going on the lower side of this review because I think the 4 star reviews of this restaurant is pushing it. The ambiance and decor is cozy and upscale, however the service was terrible. Our waiter was very nice, but we barely saw him aside from taking our drink and food order. The dishes from appetizer through dessert were not bussed, which is such a turnoff. Finally at the end of the meal, someone else came to ask if we needed anything (the bill) and finished out the tab. Food review: lemon pepper wings were good, but the veggie accompaniments were almost rotten, wedge salad was two quarters (half) of an iceberg with bacon and blue cheese. It wasn't terrible, but not exciting. Would not get again. The bacon cheeseburger was dry and the size of a kids' burger. The chocolate lava cake thankfully finished out the meal on a good note. Unfortunately, I don't see myself returning for their instagrammable drinks or the terrible service for the price.

Came to hang out with my friend before a Wizards game. We were seated at the bar and I ordered the fireside mule. It was okay, not my favorite. Wish it was more refreshing. My friend got the flight and that looked pretty cool. He told me it was strong in a good way. For food, I got the poutine which was surprisingly great. The cheesy, potatoey, and meaty appetizer is perfect for a cold day. It was filling, and very tasty. The short rib was cooked perfectly, and the portion was just right. The inside is very nicely decorated. And our bartender was pretty cool. Glad I checked out Mr Bar Rescue's restaurant.

You expect a lot from an establishment with John Taffer's name on it, and you should. Taffer's Tavern @ Gallery Place delivers each time. As soon as you walk in, the atmosphere is inviting - the lighting varies and there are several seating options (bar/high top, table, booth) so you can find the vibe you're looking for. Service is great as well - the host, server, and other staff members will check in regularly to make sure your table has what it needs. Depending on what's going on at Capital One, service can be a bit slower but you see everyone hustling so you know the effort is playing up to the volume. As for the food, the menu is robust. Don't hesitate to ask your server for recommendations as they are pretty well versed in the menu. Servings are generous and the dishes are straightforward with just enough flare to make them memorable. Speaking of flare, try The Campfire! The drink menu has something for everyone, including taster flights. Taffer's Tavern gives a great mix of local hangout and unique dining experience. If you find yourself headed to Cap One Arena, stop in before or after your event.

I went to Taffer's Tavern for drinks on a Saturday night around 7pm. Surprisingly, it wasn't packed at all. The ambiance was so relaxing and comfortable. I sat at the bar and ordered a glass of wine. The red wine was phenomenal. My only complaint is the waiter was not very friendly. Before I ordered my wine, he quickly took the menu away from me. After I got my wine, the waiter never asked if I needed anything else. I would definitely go back to this restaurant to try to the food. I looked over the menu and they had a variety of food options.

I'd call this an upscale sports bar. I think they're a little confused about what to be: there are giant flatscreen TVs showing sports, decorative cocktails, and also an exceptionally nice bathroom. Nevertheless, I enjoyed a nice dinner here. We shared the Brussels sprouts with bacon (a classic), then ordered the lobster roll and the fish and chips. I really loved the fish, it was the perfect burn-your-tongue-a-little temperature, with tender, flaky flesh coated in a crispy batter. The fries had a little extra coating themselves, and they were great. I also got a Cloud 9 cocktail. This is a fun drink where they put a big bubble on top of your drink that pops, and you can add cotton candy to change the color afterwards. Not too sure about the actual drink but I liked the presentation. I think I'll come back if I'm in the area. It's worth a try in my opinion, especially if you're familiar with Jon Taffer and Bar Rescue.

First, let's start with the great customer service. At least two other people, who wasn't our waiter, stopped by to check on how our visit was going. Even the host was genuinely happy and welcoming while greeting us. Our waitress was prompt and on top of our request. We ordered the spinach artichoke dip which was my favorite item from what we ordered. The flat pita bread that it comes with added the final touch that I needed. We also had the buffalo chicken flatbread which was just okay and the the tavern burger which was possibly missing some seasoning on the meat. The truffle fries which we substituted with the tavern burger was also very good. Overall, good casual spot to catch up with a friend and maybe even watch a game as they do have tv screens towards the back of the restaurant.

So we randomly popped in here on our way to see missy! It looked pack but we were seated immediately and a warm welcome. The tavern was really bigger than I thought and very clean. Marcus the waiter was very efficient and knowledgeable about our menu questions! Not to mention happy hour all night mon-thurs. The food was good slight suggestion add happy hour food prices and the messy fries add actual cheese curds! I love that the fries weren't soggy!

We both had to send our meals back because they weren't what we ordered. My daughter still couldn't eat hers, they did take it off the bill. We also never got a text for a table so we stood in the back at a table top. They told us it would be 30-45 mins. They were backed for the JT concert. That could have played a factor.

Service was dismal. I sent a note to the corporate office suggesting that bar rescue should visit them. Received a response on my service issues. Food was only acceptable, not great. Staff did not know menu.

I only went here for drinks at the bar, so I can't say much about the food. I did get the cookie dessert though, which was pretty good! My husband got the s'moffee martini and the campfire. I got the prohibition and seasonal mule. There's a little bit of a "show" when the bartender makes some of the drinks, which I thought was enjoyable than just pouring drinks into a cup and serving them. We liked all our drinks and I also liked the bartender's service and personality, which added to the experience. The ambience is nice and comfortable, and I would visit again if I'm in the area.

Excellent food. Easy walk from convention center. Chicken and waffles are the best in town. Classy and warm restaurant with a solid menu.

Amazing place! Came before the Capitals game against the Kraken on Thursday and loved everything. My wife and I got the pretzel and poutine as appetizers and one order of the salmon cakes as an entree which was all very filling and delicious. The cocktails were some of the best we ever had. We started with the Harvest Margarita and Fireside Mule and then got the cocktail flight. The atmosphere was very nice and the service was great too. This is a great addition to the neighborhood and hopefully it can stay even if the Capitals and Wizards move to Virginia. We look forward to returning!

Stopped in here at the last second when a reservation somewhere else fell through. No worries, Taffer's got me in right away! My waiter offered recommendations, and even told me about this dipping sauce that he felt would be great with my chicken. He said I should get some "on the side", so I was game. When my meal came it was very good. But when I added that sauce... wow!!!! Why is that not on the dish automatically!? That was amazing!!! And I was so glad my waiter told me about it. It made my dish amazing! I even let him just pick my dessert, since he was already on track. Unfortunately they had just sold out, so he picked the next best thing. Which was still incredible. Service was great, super friendly, and efficient. I was so happy my other reservation fell through and came here instead! I would come back here when in town next time.

I wanted to love this place because I love Bar Rescue. The only upside was the service. Our waitress was super on the ball during the Super Bowl. The place was lightly packed so the noise level was great, and there's a ton of TVs to make watching any sporting event easy. But the food sucked. Spinach dip app: ok Pizza: not great Chicken tenders: way over breaded & our friend couldn't even bite into her burger because of how crunchy it was. Wasn't worth trying to fix it. Go if you want a drink and to watch tv, not for food.

Hey! My wife and I stopped by Taffer's for the first time yesterday! Awesome, off-the-hook experience. Great atmosphere. Excellent food. So many items on the menu we wanted to try.. Accommodating staff. Chef Quincy and our server, Michael, were terrific! We will definitely be back! Oh... and that Smoked Old Fashioned was on another level! Terrific drink and wonderful presentation!

Great service and good food options. Our server was very good. Was here for a work conference and they had plenty of seating for large groups.

This place was exactly what I expected from a restaurant right by Cap One Arena. It's pretty big and felt a bit like a standard suburban chain. The menu is big enough to find something for most everyone, but not so big as to be pages long. They seem to be known for their gimmicky cocktails over anything else. We had a few different drinks at the table, and they were fun but not something I'd want more than one of. For food, we tried a few apps and various entrees. The truffle fries and brussels definitely stood out! They were both really good. Everyone at my table seemed to like their entrees as well. The service was also pretty good. Our server was attentive and friendly. Overall, I don't know that I'd go out of my way to come back, but I would come back if I were in the area or had friends who wanted to come.

Last minute decision to pop in for a drink and something to eat after a morning in DC. Wonderful food! Great Service (Thank you Amos!). Definitely will make a point to come back!

In Chinatown, so the parking is on your own. Nice place, styled very well. Good atmosphere and mood setting. They sat us under the AC where I'm glad I brought my jacket cause I froze. The restaurant was pretty empty, so I'm not sure why they sat us there. The server wasn't familiar with diet restrictions. I don't eat beef or pork. Ordered the Brussels with no bacon and asked if there was some teriyaki sauce she could bring on the side. She insisted on bringing me something with bacon in it. I stated several times that I don't eat pork. Cook made the Brussels as plain as plain could be, no salt and burnt. The server did her best otherwise.

Our experience was positive. We made reservations for party of 10 and when I called to change to a smaller party the host was extremely kind and welcoming. Service was professional drinks and food where current and delicious. Very pleased.

We were in DC for a conference and our love of the show "Bar Rescue" and wanting to catch Thursday night football led us to Taffer's Tavern. Great service and good food and drinks. The pretzel and fish and chips were top notch. Nice place with a friendly vibe.

Such great food and cocktails. The French onion soup was one of the best I ever had. My best friend and I were so full when we left because we cleaned our plates.

Stopped by for lunch. Nice atmosphere. Started with beer and Brussel Sprouts. The Brussel Sprouts were the highlight of my lunch. Next came the burger. Just average. I've had better burgers at fast food spots. Burger was overcooked and just a lot of meat. Grilled onions and mushroom and up charge of $3 ( no I do not add those). Our waiter, Dasean was very nice and helpful in answering our questions.

Taffer's Tavern is a great spot to meet up with friends and they have daily HH drink specials (sat and sun 9pm - close). The service was great and our server Marcus was very attentive. There's a good variety of menu options to chose from and I'd highly recommend the pork belly skewers.

I loved it here! I was in the area and was looking for a good dinner spot. I love Taffer and their menu looked amazing. I got the margarita flight and the roast beer sandwich, and I'm so glad that I did. Both of these were incredible. When I'm back in the area again, I'll definitely try more of their entrees. The ambiance here was great, too. I love the lighting and atmosphere. This was a really cool spot to hang out. The staff and servers were very friendly too. I'd recommend this spot if you're in the area!

Some of the worst service I've received in a long time. The food was mediocre and overpriced, but the bad service was the real star of my experience. Every single item we needed had to be requested multiple times: water refills, 3x; ketchup, 2x; silverware, 3x; check, 2x. I'm a pretty patient person, but we were forced to flag down any staff member just to get service because our server simply wouldn't help. I was even wondering if we had somehow accidentally offended our server given how much he avoided our table. Jon Taffer would be disappointed lol. UPDATE: I have changed my rating to 1 star because the restaurant added an extra $1 to my tip (which was low due to terrible service). It's just $1 but this is stealing and totally unacceptable.

Wasn't a fan. I figured it would be gimmicky with Jon Taffer's photo above the "fireplace" when you walked in. But we joked Jon would not be pleased with the experience we had. Service was so slow. It took almost 30 minutes to get our drinks (all I got was a soda!). My friend who did get a cocktail said it was overpriced for what he got and said it was too weak. Then next day I actually googled "can you get a hangover from salt" because I hadn't had any alcohol and the food was SO. SO. SALTY. (FYI, turns out too much salt could cause hangover symptoms the way it dehydrates you) With plenty of options around Cap One Center, this isn't one I would return to or recommend.

I have nothing negative to say about this place the food the atmosphere and the service was exceptional

I came here before coming to a concert with a couple friends and the staff was fast and friendly. We ordered the pot roast tots and it was crispy and flavorful. I would definitely get it again. I just wish the portion size was slightly bigger. I would definitely get the french dip sandwich as it had flavor and it was a good portion size. I can see why people talk about it on here. I probably wouldn't recommend the chicken and waffles as it was very sweet. A little too sweet for my preference. This place was massive and clean. I would come here even if I was not going to a concert. I took a star off for the prices and the variety but nothing I'd be upset over.

Located in lively downtown D.C., patio would be nice but it was a rainy day for us. The interior was spacious and beautiful with lots of brick, a fireplace and plenty of seating options. The food was a bit pricy but expected given the owner and Bar Rescue brand, location- I had a basic hamburger with lightly breaded onion rings; the meat was very thin and dry with the usual toppings- nothing memorable. The two cookies were thin, crispy and gooey with a side of slightly sweet cream - very yummy but overpriced at $18.! The libations were good but nothing to write about- the best part was the side of cotton candy to dissolve in a small glass of sweet martini. Overall, the place was ok, service was good and interior was nicely done but the food and libations were average. Lots of great options in D.C. so I wouldn't revisit.

We stopped here because my son is a fan of the Bar Rescue show and I wanted to get him a T-Shirt. We ended staying for dinner. It was very good and the service was great. Glad we stopped in.

Not sure why this place doesn't have 5 starts. The food was amazing, the service was great and the vibes around here are amazing. It's so chill. We only had appetizers, but that was enough for us. Drinks are also very tasty and loved the presentations.

Came here to celebrate a friends birthday. It was super easy to make a reservation and the staff even called to confirm. They were so accommodating when some of our party cancelled. The food was delicious and our server, George, was HILARIOUS! While he made sure we were well taken care of, he cracked so many jokes to make sure we were having a good time. Also, they were playing some bangers over the speaker (specifically Shakira) and while we were singing at the table you could catch George singing along with us. Can't wait to come back!

Nice pub very busy on game night as it's right next to the arena but the beer was nice and cold they had a good selection and we did order some appetizers which were also very good. Recommended if you're in that neighborhood and you're just looking for a nice pub with a restaurant.

This was a solid spot to grab food and drinks - the best part was is that it was open when many other spots had already closed, and we got a table right away! This place is owned by the guy who hosts Bar Rescue, which was pretty cool, and you could see memorabilia in the entryway. Our server was super nice, and the staff checked in on us regularly. We ended up getting a cocktail flight, all of which were good but were all very sweet - my favorite was the tropical rum beverage. For starters, we shared the pork belly, which was the star of the show. It was perfectly marinated and the coleslaw was a good pairing. Next we got the burger, which was well cooked and had plenty of standard toppings, but it was super dry since the only condiments offered for the burger was the ketchup for the fries! The fries were excellent though - thin, crispy, and well-seasoned. Overall, this wouldn't be my first pick to visit again, but it's a solid late night spot, and the staff will definitely make you feel cared for.

Like any DC restaurant it was a bit pricey to eat here and the food was pretty good. I got a bbq bacon burger that was ok and my boyfriend got the short rib. Although the portion size was a bit small it still tasted great. For the drinks the sampler was a mixed bag. I liked about half of them and disliked the other half (I'm more into fruity drinks) but the drink I would really recommend is the Cloud 9. It tastes a lot like fruit punch and comes with cotton candy to adjust the sweetness.