Top of the Yard Rooftop Bar & Bites

Probably some of the best sunset views you’ll get in DC which is also affordable. The food was good and the spot is very chill. The service was decent, good for happy hour or a chill par nothing stuffy just a good vibe.

Located on the rooftop of the Hampton Inn & Suites, Top of the Yard is a solid spot to catch views of Nationals Park and kick back with a drink. The rooftop is outfitted with large comfy sofas, perfect for soups, and from the right angle you can even see the pitchers mound. The outfield view is partially blocked by solar panels, but it’s still a cool vantage point. The drinks were surprisingly great and strong. A vodka soda ran me just $7.70, which is a steal compared to ballpark prices. My friends also let me know the food was good. When it started raining, we were able to head down to the lobby with out drinks and wait it out comftorably. There’s also a small covered bar area on the rooftop if you manage to grab a seat. Just a few blocks from the stadium, this is the perfect pregame spot, or even a fun way to catch the start of the game from above

Great rooftop affordable bar in the area. Good views of Nats Park and the part of the city. A small menu, good food. The entrance is inside of the hotel

Cool spot! It’s a nice rooftop bar on top of the hotel. Really nice view of the Nationals stadium. My only suggestion is to provide more shade in the seating areas for these very sunny spring and summer days. Only the bar and one table had coverage. There’s was plenty of other seating that wasn’t utilized because of no shade. Other than that, it was nice and I’ll be back!

CHRIS F IS THE BEST!!!! I love this spot! If you're here for a game or a concert, COME HERE FOR DRINKS/FOOD! Amazing service. Beautiful view. Hilarious company. This is the best place to drink in Navy Yard. Thank you, Hampton Inn, for providing this location!

Just...okay Neither the A-Team, nor the B-Team, was serving on a Wednesday night when the Nats were playing. Cold and stale hotdog buns, and missing a side. HOWEVER, great prices on food and drinks during happy hour. If you bring friends and tempered expectations, you can have a great one-time experience. Not likely to return.

Service is super slow and misheard my order despite it being relatively empty at the rooftop. The food portions were small and drinks were average. The rooftop view is limited and primarily a parking garage with solar panel roofing.

Atmosphere can't be best! If you're a baseball fan, Nats stadium is right across the street. Catch their happy hour 4-7.

This rooftop has beautiful views of Southwest DC and the bridge overlook -- it's especially stunning at night! It's located inside a hotel, which makes it very relaxed. Parking can be tricky since Nats Park is right across the street, so plan ahead or consider rideshare. The area itself is great though -- lots of cute bars and restaurants nearby if you want to explore before or after. I'd recommend this spot mainly for the vibes and drinks. They don't have an extensive food menu but more of small bites. I ordered a quesadilla, which wasn't the best I've had (reason I'm giving it 4 stars instead of 5) but the ambience made up for it. I loved the fireplaces; they kept us warm with the cold night. When we went, it was pretty light, so we had the rooftop almost entirely to ourselves, which made it even better. Fast service and a great atmosphere overall -- definitely worth checking out for the views and experience!

I think Top of the Yard is a gem of the Navy Yard area - it quietly sits on top of the Hampton Inn and is my favorite spot to stop for a quick drink before an activity or game at Nats stadium. The bars and restaurants on the main level of this area are always packed - I don't think the masses know about this nice bar quite yet. This outdoor bar overlooks Nats stadium (you can see about 60-70% of the field ); the views are absolutely fantastic, especially on warm weather days. There are 6-10 bar seats at a long bar and another smattering of 6-8ish bar tables scattered on the rooftop. There are also some more unique lounge style seating which really makes the spot seem comfortable and relaxed. There are a couple TVs hung in the bar area which also makes this a great place to catch a football game on Sundays. Their happy hour is everyday from 4-7pm; they offer discounted beer and wine for $7-8 and select discounted cocktails for $10. The service is always quick and the bartenders are warm and friendly. There is a limited food menu, though I'd advise grabbing a bite elsewhere. I've had the food just once; my chicken tenders were pretty flavorless and had a tough texture - won't get those again. Would rather pay a little more for better quality at Nats park. I'll continue to be a frequent visitor - this is the perfect rooftop pregame spot.

Located on the rooftop of the Hampton Inn & Suites, Top of the Yard is a solid spot to catch views of Nationals Park and kick back with a drink. The rooftop is outfitted with large comfy sofas, perfect for soups, and from the right angle you can even see the pitchers mound. The outfield view is partially blocked by solar panels, but it's still a cool vantage point. The drinks were surprisingly great and strong. A vodka soda ran me just $7.70, which is a steal compared to ballpark prices. My friends also let me know the food was good. When it started raining, we were able to head down to the lobby with out drinks and wait it out comftorably. There's also a small covered bar area on the rooftop if you manage to grab a seat. Just a few blocks from the stadium, this is the perfect pregame spot, or even a fun way to catch the start of the game from above

I enjoyed my food, drinks, time with company, the music and will return! i enjoyed the views and this is a welcomed spot at Navy Yard.

The Top of the Yard is everything a rooftop bar should be, and honestly, I'm surprised it wasn't more packed when I went! Its location is unbeatable for watching Nationals baseball games if you want that ballpark atmosphere but, for whatever reason, decide not to attend the game in person. For me, I had ARTECHOUSE tickets during the game, so I couldn't go, but I still wanted to catch some of the action with a drink in hand. As a rooftop bar, there's not much shade, but if you visit at the right time of year or day, you can enjoy a pleasant breeze. There's no cover fee, the tables are well spaced out, and the view is absolutely legendary. The bar menu is solid, and I was thrilled when the bartender made me a pineapple jalapeño margarita (even though it wasn't on the menu). It tasted fantastic! The Top of the Yard is a great spot for drinks, views, and a relaxed vibe--perfect for game day or just unwinding.

This bar is the best kept secret of navy yard! Never crowded, amazing happy hour, beautiful views!! The bartender, Nick, was great to my friend and I on our recent visit! He makes the best lemon drop shot! The happy hour deals can't be beat, until 7pm! And I had the pretzel bites and the pizza and both are good for what you'd expect from a bar of this nature. Love this place!

Celebrated a friends birthday here this past weekend. There was such a beautiful view with plentiful seating at the rooftop bar. I recommend going around sunset when it's not too hot or crowded. There are no shaded areas outside of the bar itself. The drinks were delicious, unique, and well priced for the city standards. I would come back again.

After checking into hotel we decided to check out the rooftop bar for a light snack and drink. We checked in just after 9pm and the front desk informed us we could grab a bite to eat on the rooftop bar until 10pm. There were also signs in the elevator and around the hotel advertising the kitchen is open daily until 10pm. However, when we asked the bartender for the food menu at 9:35pm we were told the kitchen closed at 9:30pm despite all the other signage and what the front desk said. They were also out of the Octoberfest beer that was on the menu. Needless to say we didn't stay and instead went down the street to Gordon Biersch to share a small snack for a late dinner. From a small corner of the bar you can see the pitchers mound and home plate of the Nationals Ballpark. If wanting to see part of the game from here I'm sure you need to arrive early to claim the few good views.

I was really looking forward to having a cocktail here since we booked the hotel under it specifically because of the rooftop bar. Due to COVID-19, we needed reservations, but I was quickly relieved because there is no shade at all in this roof top bar. It gets extremely hot very quickly and I'm not sure if I would be able to last up there long.

This is an awesome concept, however it might be losing its shine a bit as time goes by. Hear me out. The venue offers up a good view of Nationals Park and the Anacostia River however the way the bar is situated, it only leaves limited space to stand where you can see Nationals Park. I was able to arrive before it got busy, so I was able to snap a couple of pics, but if it's busy then you might have to wait. Also, it looks like there was a fairly decent view to the West where you could see the Capitol Building and the Washington Monument. Unfortunately due to progress, new construction in the area has brought new condos and office space that block those views. This definitely isn't the hotel's fault, it was here first, but it's kind of a bummer, especially on days when the DC weather is a little thick. Beers are sold at hotel prices. My 12 ounce local brew was roughly $9 with tip. I didn't order any food however I would expect similar prices. If you decide to stop in for a pregame drink, I would recommend arriving early.

Great views. Walking distance to the Nat's stadium. Some signature drinks are too sweet for my taste but they have all the staples. Staff is very friendly. Food here is good too.

Visited here for the first time on a Wednesday, was meeting a friend there for some drinks & to enjoy DC's first sunny day!! It was a beautiful view of the ballpark we were there for a couple hours our rsvp was at 5pm. The manager (I'm bad with names, I forgot his--but would definitely recognize him by face) came over & said hello to my girl friend & I! He was very warm & friendly, also he extended our rsvp time still within Covid guidelines so we could enjoy another drink! I would definitely go back to enjoy some drinks!! The only cons I have is yes it is on the rooftop of a hotel so if your not from the area like myself you would be lost---my uber driver had no idea where it was at so that was kind of frustrating. My girlfriend also said her Uber driver was having issues finding the place. I would suggest to put some type of signage street side for us non DC natives. Also I am from California- San Diego so I am definitely all about a good happy hour place to enjoy some drinks & the rooftop is always a bonus! I am all about vibes & stiff drinks! The staff was all very friendly, the drinks were all very good as well & the rooftop view was great! The only con to the ambiance that I have is I like to enjoy music while I'm socially drinking. There was definitely no vibe there, the music was playing from a small personal speaker that sat on the bar. Just a suggestion that this establishment should definitely invest in some type of sound system. The manager even came over & volunteered to take this awesome picture of me!! Friendly staff!!

Loved the atmosphere of the bar! Great view of the Nationals stadium and the river. The drinks were strong and very yummy. Wish there was a bigger menu though. None of the food was good or looked appetizing. If you're looking for a great place to drink.... Then I'd highly recommend. Eat before you come though.

We always have a good time here - cold beer, stiff cocktails, friendly bartenders, and a pretty darn good view of the stadium and Anacostia River!

Great place in the Spring, Summer, and early Fall to grab a drink. It has a nearly perfect overview of the city and Nationals Park.

Very cool location for this rooftop bar which overlooked the Nationals Park. It's located on the roof of the Hamptons Inn which can be a tad difficult to find if you didn't know that fact. You can see home plate but have blind spots in the outfield. Not a place you are going to be able to watch the game without paying for a ticket. I can't speak food but the service was friendly and attentive. Not a lot of seating which was unfortunate but we were only there for a couple of drinks before the game. There were only 3 beers on tap (Shocktop and Stella were two of them), and the rest were an assortment of cans, plus a full bar to handle any of your needs.

I'm willing to give this place another shot but when I came, it had just opened so there were plenty of issues with not having all the taps loaded and having to wait for service at the bar. It's a great spot to watch the baseball games without paying for a ticket though!

We came here because we are staying in the hotel. It was alright. Nothing to write home about. We ordered the jotdogs with tots. Basic hotdog slightly over cooked with a rather dry potato bun. Came with ketchup, mustard, raw large diced red onions, and sauerkraut. The tots were okay, could use some salt and a little more cooking. The Pepsi tasted off overly sweet and also a flat taste. My friend ordered the chicken tenders and tots which were actually the best thing we all got. Lightly breaded and fried to perfection. Service was good. But not a place I'd want to eat again

Easy & affordable!! Great place to watch the game, friendly staff, overall so happy we stumbled on this place to watch the game.

This looks to be a brand new bar on top of the hotel. We were tale-gating before the Nats opening day game and looked up and noticed all the people standing up there so we decided to check out this place. It was a great time, they have comfortable chairs, gas fire pits and a full service bar. We sat up there and were able to see the opening day ceremony from up there and socialize with some other people that were there from out of town. This place has a great environment to sit outside and just relax with friends.

A hidden gem in the Navy Yard area - had zero expectations and super glad we checked it out. The views are second to none, and being able to glance right into the ballpark and see the views of the River - pretty sweet. The cocktail and apps situation is quality, and they have a decent beer selection at solid prices. Service was great - super attentive and friendly. It was happy hour on a gorgeous Friday night, and nevertheless there were plenty of seats, even in the firepit area. If you happen to be in the area and want a drink and a great view, check it out. Thanks for a good time!

Good concept but subpar execution. It is theoretically located in a spot that gives you a view inside the ballpark, but there's a huge blind-spot of the outfield, and even though you can see the pitcher and batter it's so far away you can barely tell what' going on. It honestly baffles me that people sit up here and try to watch games. You can get a $5 grandstand seat and be twice as close to the action. They do often put the game on the TV but since the DirecTV signal has a significant delay that's pretty useless since you already know what's about to happen from the crowd reaction. Which brings me to the second issue which is that they have ballpark pricing on gamedays. Some of the beers are literally the same cans you get inside the park for the same price. In the end I'd say it could be worth going up on a non-gameday to checkout the view but I'd skip it on a gameday and absolutely never pay a cover charge to get up here.

Top of the Yard is like the Bullpen with better views. Come to have a beer and watch the baseball game without even buying a ticket. You can bring your dog too! Last Thursday, there was a Nats game and the weather was perfect so I decided to kick off Memorial Day weekend a day early. Thursdays are usually when we go to the all-night happy hour at Scarlet Oak, but I have been chomping at the bit to check out Top of the Yard at the Hampton Inn & Suites Washington DC- Navy Yard. All I need to hear is "rooftop" and you can count me in. I was even more excited when I heard from Kacy at Bad Sentences that the new bar in my neighborhood was also dog-friendly. George the coonhound needs to verify dog-friendliness independently so he came along. Pro Tips Go on gameday. Right now, Top of the Yard is the best kept secret the city and it was not crowded at all. A big selling point is the stellar views of the river, the Washington Monument, and of course, the Nationals stadium. You can really see the game from up there and it has a nice breeze, which is going to make it even more attractive during DC's hot summer days. It's a little far to watch the whole game but if you're like me, it's all about the idea of watching the game vs. actually watching the game. Skip the cocktails. These are not "craft" cocktails by any stretch of the imagination. I opted for the "Suicide Squeeze" (bitters, whiskey, maple, orange, lemon, club soda) because I like bitters. The bartender made the drink in a pint glass reading the menu upside-down over me. I had immediate pangs of regret. Needless to say, it was not worth the $11. My friend got the "Triple Play Margarita" (blood orange juice, lime juice, cointreau, patron citronage) though they were out of Patron so they subbed Don Julio. They also didn't have blood orange juice and used regular OJ instead. This was also underwhelming. Skip the food. Well, I'm not actually sure if the food is good or not because the chef didn't show up for work that day. Despite the sign indicating there was brats and beers, there were no brats to be found. I'd probably make the trek down the Bullpen for a brat next time. To-Do List for Next Time On my next trip to Top of the Yard, I'll probably opt for a Bud Light to take in the experience in true baseball-fan fashion.

The view is awesome. We ordered a corona and a Tito's and it was $20.. expected for a dc bar. The Tito's was well poured. We stopped here before the game yesterday and it was a cool spot at the top of the Hampton. We will return again.

Can't believe I took the time to make a reservation two weeks ago, for them to call me today saying they aren't honoring reservations. Even though you took the time to look them up and make a time to eat here, they don't care and they will not honor your reservation due to new guidelines. Really disappointing for a birthday weekend trip. Guess we will find somewhere else to eat that we can make sure we will have a table and meal.

Beautiful views!! Could see the game and stadium from this roof! I thought it was a big bigger from pictures I've seen online but it was still a nice space. I had a splendid time basking in the sun here after boozy brunch shenanigans

Didn't have a chance to try anything. Stood at the bar for five minutes waiting for service watching the guy that worked there wolfing down a burger... After he's done he proceeded to tell me the kitchen is closed. Ya thanks a lot.... I was pretty damn hungry. It wouldn't have been bad.... but I seen he was eating... not going to go there. Eat all you want man, but don't eat in front of a customer then tell them they can't

If you are about atmosphere and gorgeous sunset views, this is your place! Unbelievable peek into the nationals stadium, as well as across the navy yard waterfront, and even the Washington monument from this rooftop space. We had it nearly to ourselves and the bartender was very cool. Cocktails were around $15 each so be mentally and financially prepared if your ballin' on a budget.

Fun little nook on top of the Hampton Inn hotel. Awesome view of the National Stadium and river. They only serve drinks so if you're looking for food, this is a no go. Nevertheless on a nice weather day or just kicking it with friends while drinking and not giving a care, this could be a nice hot spot to jam the night away. Oh and they have a place already marked to get your perfect selfie shot.

Food suck. I think it's all microwaved or oven cook. No shade from the sun...........

We planned on getting tickets but after seeing standing for $40 we decided to watch at a bar in the area. My friend recommended this place so we went ahead made our way over. You don't have to be a guest in order to get to the bar which was nice. My friend was a bit worried the place would be packed but it being a Monday it was empty. Beers were pretty cheap and we saw some people had ordered food. We decided drinks and the game would be good enough. Beer was pretty cheap ($6-$9) and other drinks were ok priced. We sat at the ledge and watched the game. It is a distance but you get a decent view and you can see the big screen on the backside of the stadium. The bar was also showing the game so if you want you could watch. Overall pretty cool, will probably watch more games from the distance.

Okay, so right after an early Nats game. Service is painfully slow. Order came out wrong and chips were the scraps. Asked for an update and got an "it's coming" from the bar tender who quit helping me halfway through my order. Go somewhere else. 2 stars only for the view. The service is horrible!!! At least it gave the customers a common topic to discuss. And...here's an edit. so, went to close out. Bartender redeems himself and buys a round b/c he acknowledges things didn't go well. Well played, buddy.

Went here to watch the World Series. The views depicted on here is deceiving. It's not that great of view of the ballpark. Also, drinks are expensive never thought I would pay $55 for bucket of Bud Lights. The bartender also had terrible service. Plenty of other places in the area to go to!

Great views of the ballpark and the river! Slightly pricey alcohol but that's the nature of the location for ya!

A damn rip off!!! On the night of the All Star game I thought coming here would be a great idea...NOT! Food was disgusting and I'm still lost on the $15 cover charge to get in only to have no where to sit and beg people to allow you to take a picture from the beautiful view (that you couldn't see because people were lined up 2-3 deep) Overall, worst choice tonight. We could've stayed on H St and had more fun if all we could do was watch the delayed tv...Oh and did I say the hot dog and cold nachos that were missing jalapeño peppers were DISGUSTING!!! Oh there was bright spot, the beer was cold

Been here twice. Small view inside park which is great. Can hear crowd. Great staff and manager. Order everything through smart phone. Allowed us night cap after game, before closing. Even without a game, nice view of the city. Very comfortable seating.

So much promise and so little execution! I was so pumped to have a new bar in the neighborhood, and one with a view of the park to boot! But to pay $10 for a bud light (and wait 15 minutes to order it) and then have nowhere to sit... c'mon. The redeeming qualities include location and view (it is actually great), but I don't know if I'll make my way back here again. It just seems way too small to handle a crowd for game day. Many bars in the area are well equipped for the crowds Navy Yards can draw, and TOFTY does not seem to be one of them!

You don't need to be a baseball fan to enjoy this place, and you don't even need to be a guest of the hotel. Great views, friendly staff, not *badly overpriced* as so many other places in DC. Maybe it gets overcrowded when the Nats are doing well, I don't know, but it was nice and I'd go back.

Went here for happy hour on a Friday and was not disappointed. The drink specials were reasonable and the view was amazing. Definitely recommend this establishment in a nice sunny day. The food was also okay, nothing to right home to momma about but good. Don't be confused when trying to get inside it is on the roof of the hotel.

Great spot...any day except for game day. Attended the All Star game volunteer meeting and hit Top if Yard after. Not terribly crowded, but a small line formed at bar for drinks. Was able to get seat at 10-seat bar as most want to sit in seating areas overlooking city. Note that the seating area isn't too big either. Despite the fact that they didn't have pizza or burgers available (we originally went for a burger), we decided to snack on the pretzel and guacamole and wash down with couple beers. The bartender, Tiffany, was great. Easy going and friendly. Kept up good pace taking and filling orders. The young lady in kitchen was working hard too. This isn't a 5-Star restaurant. But if you looking for a cool place above street level overlooking the city, on a non-game day, to just grab drink and ease into the rest of your night, this is the place. Warning: game day is so crowded you cannot get close to bar.

My expectations were not met tonight. Poor customer service and below average food. I made a reservation for a table ahead of time and the waiter tried to give us just 2 chairs and no table so I politely asked for one of the 3 open tables (all spaced apart for Covid) and the waiter was reluctant and rude and told us we could only sit at the table for less than an hour because other people were coming. But there were 3 open tables and I had made a reservation just like those people. The drinks were also not up to snuff. It was watered down and did not taste good at all. The appetizers were also not good the chips were slightly stale. Would not recommend

Trina, the chef is AMAZING!!! Don't give her anything less than 5 stars. She deserves her own restaurant. Super talented and delicious food, sweet hospitality!! The whole staff is amazing. Hope you enjoy as much as we did.

Solid views, including into the ballpark. Beers are basically as expensive as they are in the stadium, though. Layout could definitely have been designed more intelligently to ensure that more patrons can actually watch the game from the roof.

The positives are the views of Nats Park & the waterfront. The furniture is comfy & cool. The bathrooms are unisex but fairly decent. The service is cool UNTIL more than 10 people arrive. Thats when you get slow drinks put out, food orders rushed or wrong & a long line of pissed off faces. Knowledge of drinks & your bar would be a plus also. Your best bet is to arrive during the game hours & get the hell out of there once it lets out & the bar gets busy.

A must visit if you are in town for a ballgame. Fantastic views and service. Can't afford to rent one of the apartments nearby and enjoy their rooftop views? Come here and see what all the fuss is about.

What a great surprise while staying at the Hampton Inn! Did not know this was here when arrived for a business stay. Overlooks Nats Park, with views of both the river and DC. Perfect place to relax on a fall evening. Comfortable patio and cold beers!

What a great hidden gem with amazing views of Nats Park! Good food, good service, great location. I will definitely be visiting again!

Best rooftop bar next to nats park. Stunning views into the park, the waterfront, Ft. McNair, with views of Crystal City down to Alexandria. Couple drafts and a few local brews, but otherwise standard bar line up of cans and rail drinks. Place is also dog friendly, which is pretty legit. With how close you are to the park, you could watch an entire game here and not miss a beat.

Nice ambiance but drinks are terrible. Asked for top shelf tequila and got some cheap vodka that made me very sick (only had one drink). The bartender (name was Jon) was soooo rude and condescending ugh! There was chicken and dip set out and the bartender reaches in with his bare hands to get some chicken, it was disgusting. I will never go back. Zero stars if I could this place was ghetto as hell to be at the Navy Yard