Barrel

Name: Barrel
Address: 613 Pennsylvania Ave. SE, Washington, District of Columbia, USA
Telephone: +12025433622
Price range: $$
Rating: 4.8

3067 votes

#434 of 2542 pubs & bars in Washington

Open now 11AM - 2AM

Updated 3 months ago

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After a walk around Capitol Hill, many visitors stop by this bar. It's time to try tasty fried prawns, southern fried chicken and mac-n-cheese. The recipe for success of Barrel is its good biscuits, egg waffles and French toasts. After a long working week, you can taste delicious bourbon, draft beer or strawberry champagne. Don't miss the opportunity to order great lime juice, French coffee or latte.

Choose between indoor and outdoor seating. The patient staff meets you at this place all year round. Fine service is something clients like here. Guests of this spot say that they found prices adequate. The cute decor and homey atmosphere let visitors feel relaxed here. Based on the users' feedback on Google, this bar deserved 4.5.

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C Juliet Pittman 5 months ago on Google

OMG what a find! Hosted a small reception downstairs and the staff, food and ambience - perfect for acoustics and mingling. Would recommend Matt and his team for a small gathering (50+), as well as a familiar place for brown liquor and a variety of appetizers. CIAO. Price per person: $40–50 Food: 5 Service: 5 Atmosphere: 5

Response from the owner 5 months ago

Thank you so much for the kind words! Hope to host you again soon! Matt General Manager

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Abraham Ramirez 6 months ago on Google

Visited due to lack of unique bourbon tastings on my VA trip, saw this place had quite the selection. Boy did it deliver! They had multiple Little Book bourbon options and was exactly what I was looking for. Massive bourbon selection. The food was an absolute sleeper though! Their seasonal cinnamon bun was bonkers, crazy delicious, no notes. Wings were good, peri peri flavor was deliciously spicy, must try. Their fries need to be taught in culinary school, unbelievably crispy and flavorful, ordered one and finished, so had to order another one. Did order a crab cake Benny that never came, but I was already full so nothing lost. Service was nice. If in DC again, definitely stopping for bourbon and fries! Meal type: Lunch Price per person: $100+ Food: 5 Service: 4 Atmosphere: 3

Response from the owner 6 months ago

Abraham, Thanks so much for the amazing review! But you have to let us know when we drop the ball on something like a missed food item, we would have fixed that in a second. Next time you stop in, ask for me, and I will get you something extra special! Cheers! Matt Sternberg General Manager & Whiskey Guy

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DGBR 7 months ago on Google

If you are looking for a spot on Capitol Hill that perfectly balances a sophisticated whiskey-bar aesthetic with a refreshingly unpretentious vibe, Barrel is the place to be. We stopped by recently, and it turned out to be the ideal mid-week reset. Between the dim, warm lighting, the exposed brick, and the impressive library of bourbon lining the walls, the atmosphere is upscale rustic without ever feeling stuffy. The highlight of their menu—and arguably the best way to embrace your inner child while maintaining your adult hobbies—is the Happy Meal. For 15.50, you get a beer, a shot, and a toy. It is exactly the kind of whimsical touch that makes a neighborhood bar feel special. We tried a couple of different variations. One was the Jameson and the Giant Peach, which featured a crisp High Noon Peach seltzer paired with a Jameson shot. We also tried the Tickle Me Picklish, a classic Bud Light accompanied by Sazerac Rye and a side of pickle juice. The toys were a hilarious addition that kept us entertained between rounds. It is a genius concept that makes the evening feel like a celebration rather than just another drink after work. The timing of our visit coincided with March Madness, and the energy in the room was electric. Despite the games being on the TVs, the bar did not feel like a loud, chaotic sports bar; it remained cozy and intimate enough for actual conversation. What truly set the experience apart, however, was the staff. We were served by an incredibly kind and knowledgeable guy from California. He mentioned he was currently in DC studying finance, and his professional yet friendly demeanor made us feel right at home. It is rare to find a place where the staff is as well-versed in the menu as they are engaging with the patrons, and he nailed that balance. With a menu that offers everything from complex barrel-aged cocktails to plates like fried chicken and waffles, Barrel is remarkably well-priced for the quality they deliver. Whether you are a whiskey connoisseur or just someone looking for a fun toy and a friendly face, this spot is a Capitol Hill gem. We left feeling like we had discovered a new local favorite. Meal type: Dinner Price per person: $10–20 Service: 5 Atmosphere: 5

Response from the owner 7 months ago

Wow! Thank you so much for all the kind words. We truly appreciate them. And what you described is the impression we try and leave for everyone. Hope to see you soon! Matt General Manager & Whiskey Guy

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