Best Restaurants with a Happy Hour in McPherson Square

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1. Gypsy Kitchen - DC

4.6

Exceptional(1591)

Price: Expensive

• Mediterranean • Logan Circle

Booked 67 times today

Just like the bohemian travelers who inspired our name, Gypsy Kitchen’s alluring flavors aren’t bound by borders. Instead, our chefs go wherever the inspiration takes them, crafting deeply creative dishes that transport you to uncharted places around the Mediterranean and beyond. A menu designed to taste and share gives guests the freedom to explore the menu at their own pace, connecting over seductive flavors, festive craft cocktails and curated regional wines. The alluring interior matches the menu, with welcoming dining spaces that foster connections and spark conversation. Antique tapestries and rugs, twinkling lights and vibrantly patterned tile set the scene in the expansive dining room. Or, take a seat on the rooftop patio oasis, where lush greenery, plush cushions and the sky overhead evokes the feeling of being on a caravan to explore a distant land.

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2. Mi Vida, 14th Street

4.6

Exceptional(404)

Price: Moderate

• Mexican • Logan Circle

Booked 28 times today

Chef Roberto Santibañez creates a menu inspired by Mexican street food and traditional home cooking of his country, but in a modern, elevated presentation. Guests can enjoy traditional dishes such as Carne Asada, a variety of Tacos, Seasonal Fish, Ceviches and other Contemporary Mexican creations.

3. The Alchemist

4.6

Exceptional(66)

Price: Expensive

• Cocktail Bar • McPherson Square

Booked 13 times today

Step into the clandestine world of The Alchemist, an elusive speakeasy where craftsmanship and libation unite. Immerse yourself in a realm of handcrafted cocktails featuring smoke and fire, where we infuse spirits seasonally and boast over 150 carefully selected bourbons, whiskeys, and scotches. Uncover the art of mixology and savor the allure of rare spirits at The Alchemist DC

4. Bar Pilar

4.0

Excellent(483)

Price: Moderate

• Contemporary American • Logan Circle

Booked 6 times today

Inspired by Ernest Hemingway and named for his beloved boat, Pilar is a neighborhood restaurant that has been a mainstay of 14th street for over a decade. Executive Chef Clarissa Aguilar helms the kitchen turning out an eclectic menu inspired by local farms and New American cuisine with a focus on seasonal organic produce. The simple yet inventive dishes change frequently, but that’s part of the adventure! Complementing the cooking is a beverage program including cocktails which also rotate seasonally, ranging in taste and complexity from classics like the perfect Old Fashioned to signature concoctions using house made tonics and elixirs. Spanning two floors, Pilar has a variety of spaces to suit your mood. Our first floor bar offers up a casual, comfortable space to down a few drinks in dimly-lit, vintage-inspired surroundings. Head upstairs and you'll find an intimate dining room along with a cozy corner cocktail bar perfect for date night or catching up with old friends.

5. Sports & Social DC

4.4

Awesome(20)

Price: Moderate

• Unspecified • U Street Corridor

Booked 7 times today

Sports & Social is DC's newest premier sports watching destination. This one-of-a-kind sports bar boasts a 25-foot LED media wall, and over a dozen HDTVs, it’s the next best thing to watching the game at the stadium. Sports & Social offers guests an elevated dining and beverage experience including made-from-scratch menu items and curated cocktails.

6. Alero - U Street

4.6

Exceptional(18)

Price: Moderate

• Mexican • McPherson Square

Booked 4 times today

Alero Restaurant is an intimate, colorful Mexican eatery on U street. Known for margaritas, traditional Mexican food & a lively scene. Two large patios blends the scenery of vibrant U street.Opened for over twenty years and taking great pride in our food and service, Alero Restaurant invites you and your amigos - old and new - to sit back, relax and enjoy your dining experience for we guarantee it will be a memorable one!

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7. Enigma Cocktail Lounge & Wine Vault

2.9

(6)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • U Street Corridor

Enigma's stylish interior design, signature brand of hospitality, food and cocktail service has added new flair to an already vibrant and historic corridor in the nation's capital, located in between 14th and 13th U street near the African American War Memorial. Serving dinner and brunch on Sundays, the modern and spacious restaurant and lounge is suitable for Happy Hour and large event space. Offering an extensive collection of savory dishes including Whole Red Snapper, Seared Scallops, Wild Mushroom Croquettes, Harmonious Tri-Color Petite Carrots, Succulent Pork Belly, Citrus Kiss Bronzino, Savory 8 oz. NY Strip, The Enigma Burger as well as contemporary brunch classics, with dishes such as Chicken and Waffles, Shrimp and Grits, Crab Cake Benedict, as well as Avocado Toast. A progressive and adventurous wine list along with a carefully curated cocktail program compliments the American cuisine that features accents of French and Mediterranean culinary techniques.

8. Zaytinya - DC

4.7

Exceptional(19417)

Price: Expensive

• Mediterranean • Penn Quarter

Booked 266 times today

Under the direction of celebrated chef José Andrés and concept chef Michael Costa, Zaytinya offers an innovative mezze menu inspired by Turkish, Greek, and Lebanese cuisines served up in a sleek and modern setting. Building on Jose’s deep knowledge of Mediterranean cooking and years of research and travel, the menu features shared small plates of authentic and innovative fare, creative cocktails, and unique Mediterranean wines, making Zaytinya one of the most exciting restaurants in Washington, DC.

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9. The Smith – Penn Quarter, Washington, D.C

4.5

Awesome(3811)

Price: Expensive

• American • Penn Quarter

Booked 120 times today

The Smith is a casual American brasserie with a simple mission — make people happy! We care about every meal and every moment. The menu features bistro classics, seasonal fare, and craft cocktails. Walk in the door and you’re in for a great time. Whether it’s date night, drinks on the town, a big birthday bash, a working lunch, a boozy brunch, or an I-don’t-want-to-cook-tonight night, we’ve got you covered.

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10. CIRCA at Foggy Bottom

4.6

Exceptional(3052)

Price: Moderate

• American • Foggy Bottom

Booked 27 times today

All of our CIRCA restaurants are neighborhood bistros serving delicious food and drinks. Each CIRCA is warm, inviting, and offers an energized social scene.Whether dropping in for brunch, lunch, dinner — every meal is accompanied by an extensive wine list, including over 20 wine offerings by the glass and a seasonal cocktail list. Our patios are located on the best city corners for a vibrant dining experience. Join us and dine well!Our patios accommodate service animals only.

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Max
Virginia •3 reviews
5.0
Dined on 27 Dec 2024
Great food. Really good service. A little noisy, like any popular restaurant in the city usually is. We dine here every time we’re in DC.
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Gypsy Kitchen - DCPrice: Expensive• Mediterranean• Logan Circle
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4.6
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Terri
Washington, D.C. Area •3 reviews
5.0
Dined on 27 Dec 2024
I gave 3 stars for food but we had cocktails, not food. The cocktails were 5/5!
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The AlchemistPrice: Expensive• Cocktail Bar• McPherson Square
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4.6
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Christopher
Washington, D.C. Area •5 reviews
5.0
Dined on 27 Dec 2024
Awesome night out with friends from out of town. We all loved it.
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Mi Vida, 14th StreetPrice: Moderate• Mexican• Logan Circle
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4.6
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DEBORAHVIP
Washington, D.C. Area •28 reviews
5.0
Dined on 20 Dec 2024
The service was great and our food was delivered very fast. Perfect combination.
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Sports & Social DCPrice: Moderate• Unspecified• U Street Corridor
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4.4
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AdrienneVIP
Washington, D.C. Area •15 reviews
4.0
Dined on 15 Dec 2024
We had a lovely dinner, but upstairs was very loud. The combo of crowd voices and loud music made it hard to have a conversation. Drinks were great and fries very tasty. Really enjoyed the Brussell sprouts! Service was good and server very friendly, but felt like she was really in the weeds and therefore unable to pay as much attention to us as she would have liked. But others stepped in to help when she was unable to, so your team was working well together.
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Bar PilarPrice: Moderate• Contemporary American• Logan Circle
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279 restaurants available nearby

1. Gypsy Kitchen - DC

2. Mi Vida, 14th Street

3. The Alchemist

4. Bar Pilar

5. Sports & Social DC

6. Alero - U Street

7. Enigma Cocktail Lounge & Wine Vault

8. Zaytinya - DC

9. The Smith – Penn Quarter, Washington, D.C

10. CIRCA at Foggy Bottom

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