Best Restaurants with a Happy Hour in Columbia Heights / Brightwood

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1. Kookoo Restaurant and Lounge

4.9

Exceptional(17)

Price: Moderate

• Persian • Washington

Booked 1 time today

KooKoo is a concept by Chef/Owner Yahya Sardari to bring the tastes of his childhood dishes to life. We strive to use the freshest available ingredients and best family recipes to bring our favorite dishes to life. We have a crafted some amazing Persian inspired cocktails for your enjoyment. Traditional spices married with the best spirits by our resident mixologist Danielle. Yahya Sardari brought Kookoo to life in August of 2023 to showcase his love of Persian cuisine. With family recipes handed down from his mom he recreates his childhood memories and shares his passion for cooking and hosting with his guests.

2. Zaytinya - DC

4.7

Exceptional(19302)

Price: Expensive

• Mediterranean • Penn Quarter

Booked 276 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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3. CIRCA at Foggy Bottom

4.6

Exceptional(3036)

Price: Moderate

• American • Foggy Bottom

Booked 38 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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4. The Smith – Penn Quarter, Washington, D.C

4.5

Awesome(3753)

Price: Expensive

• American • Penn Quarter

Booked 150 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.

5. Lincoln - DC

4.2

Awesome(3402)

Price: Moderate

• American • McPherson Square

Booked 6 times today

Founded in 2011 our seasonal menu features comfort food with a twist. LINCOLN pays tribute to one of the greatest US Presidents, with nods to many of his favorite foods including our signature chicken pot pie & another star on the menu, our kale salad. The menu is focused but varietal. Our cocktails are truly one-of-a-kind. Our barkeeps have created one of the city’s thoughtful bar programs highlighted by infused bourbons and DC's first moonshine-list served in antique-style copper cups. Our patio is open all year-round, offering a relaxed, urban landscape. Don't miss our butcher cut NY Strip or the city's best Mac & Cheese. LINCOLN is the right place for your next private event with many options for private dining from 10 to 200. Original paintings & distinctive interior design by homegrown artist, Maggie O’Neill. LINCOLN is your destination for Lunch, happy hour, dinner or brunch. We are open Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, Easter & Mother's Day for your special celebration.

6. Old Ebbitt Grill

4.8

Exceptional(29573)

Price: Moderate

• American • Downtown

Booked 252 times today

Founded in 1856, Old Ebbitt Grill is Washington, DC's oldest saloon and a must-visit destination for locals and tourists alike. Situated in the heart of the city, just steps from The White House, this historic landmark offers a timeless blend of classic American cuisine and unparalleled hospitality. Old Ebbitt Grill promises a memorable visit filled with a warm ambiance and a seasonal menu spanning from freshly shucked oysters to house-made pastas and perfectly prepared steaks & chops. From the Rooftop Terrace to the Atrium or Cabinet Room, Ebbitt's private dining spaces are ideal for celebrations ranging from small and intimate to grand and stylish.

7. The Park at 14th

4.7

Exceptional(2894)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Downtown

Booked 68 times today

The Park at 14th is a restaurant, lounge, and event venue on four floors overlooking Franklin Square in Downtown D.C. Offering a sense of timeless elegance, beautiful views, and a warm and welcoming interior, The Park at 14th is the perfect place dining, socializing, and hosting your next event. We invite you to join us. For reservations over 10 people, please TEXT (202) 550-0300

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8. Founding Farmers DC: Foggy Bottom

4.6

Exceptional(34369)

Price: Moderate

• American • Foggy Bottom

Booked 267 times today

Our award-winning Founding Farmers DC flagship restaurant opened in 2008 just three blocks west of the White House on Pennsylvania Avenue. Open 365 days a year, our team is passionate about crafting dishes and drinks from scratch with high-quality ingredients from farmers and suppliers we know and trust. Join us for breakfast, lunch, or dinner, weekday happy hour, and a la carte weekend brunch. Majority owned by American family farmers, including the more than 50,000 farmers of the North Dakota Farmers Union, our restaurant is guided by a very simple principal: we see and share everything Through The Eyes Of The Farmer.™ We actively care about our guests, our communities, the planet, and the next generation. This all comes together in our everyday neighborhood restaurant.

9. The Hamilton

4.7

Exceptional(11754)

Price: Moderate

• American • Downtown

Booked 163 times today

The Hamilton, located in downtown Washington, DC, is a vibrant restaurant known for its diverse American cuisine and lively atmosphere. Showcasing an expansive menu that includes fresh seafood, savory steaks, and inventive sushi, it caters to a wide range of tastes. The Hamilton also features an impressive bar with handcrafted cocktails and an extensive wine list. With its spacious dining areas and a music venue hosting live music performances, The Hamilton offers a unique dining experience that blends culinary excellence with entertainment. Across the street from the Treasury building, the W Hotel, and the Willard Hotel.

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10. La Grande Boucherie - DC

4.5

Awesome(1092)

Price: Very Expensive

• French • Washington

Booked 352 times today

Located at 699 14th Street on the coveted corner of 14th and G Street NW, La Grande Boucherie is situated on the most high-profile street in Washington D.C., just one block away from the White House. The restaurant is built in elegant and ornamental Art Nouveau style, evoking the sense of optimism from the turn of the 20th century. The brasserie’s menu features both classic and modern French dishes, with focus on the meat program, raw bar and extravagant large-format meats, ideal for sharing and celebrating. Mahogany wood and glass partitions divide the gargantuan space to create intimate dining experiences. These pieces are adorned in gilded accents and uniquely curved arches inspired by the 20th-century Art Nouveau movement of Paris. The main dining room highlights a massive curved bar with a metal top imported from Paris, a signature piece of Boucherie.

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Shannon
Washington, D.C. Area •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
We loved that the special Thanksgiving menu offered a variety of options (turkey 3 ways, salmon, gnocchi…) and the starters were substantial & had great variety. The service was attentive & “cool”. No big upsell, but we had a wide scope of options. The noise level was comfortable on a holiday. A nice balance of family-friendly & adult dining. Huge fan. We had 3 college-aged guests & 2 adults over 50. High priority was dessert (10/10) and menu variety of options. Win win. Easy on-street parking. Courteous service.
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The Smith – Penn Quarter, Washington, D.CPrice: Expensive• American• Penn Quarter
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4.5
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Raquel
Washington, D.C. Area •1 review
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
We are going to take to Brazil good memories of the restaurant. The guys are very friendly and the food was delicious. My husband and I had an excelent experience there.
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Lincoln - DCPrice: Moderate• American• McPherson Square
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4.2
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Rachel
Los Angeles •17 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Food was so amazingly good, from the roasted cauliflower to the tender and flavorful steak. The service was friendly and helpful, modifying the chef's menu for our vegetarian with shellfish allergy guest. And the overall enviroment was warm, welcoming, and cozy. My only complaint is that the experience is so good that no one wants to leave their tables! Like a great family dinner. Thank you
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Zaytinya - DCPrice: Expensive• Mediterranean• Penn Quarter
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4.7
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Emily
Detroit / Eastern Michigan •11 reviews
4.0
Dined on Nov 18, 2024
Went for a dinner with friends and it was nice, food was good, just a tad loud.
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CIRCA at Foggy BottomPrice: Moderate• American• Foggy Bottom
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4.6
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Janice
Washington, D.C. Area •2 reviews
5.0
Dined on Nov 10, 2024
The food here is absolutely delicious! We were a group of five and everyone loved their meal.
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Kookoo Restaurant and LoungePrice: Moderate• Persian• Washington
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4.9

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285 restaurants available nearby

1. Kookoo Restaurant and Lounge

2. Zaytinya - DC

3. CIRCA at Foggy Bottom

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

5. Lincoln - DC

6. Old Ebbitt Grill

7. The Park at 14th

8. Founding Farmers DC: Foggy Bottom

9. The Hamilton

10. La Grande Boucherie - DC

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