Makers Union Pub
664 Maine Ave SW, Washington
(202) 864-6396
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Fun atmosphere, good service, tasty food.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Crispy Brussels Sprouts
My husband and I stopped in for brunch before heading to the Waterfront. The food, and drinks were amazing, but even more amazing was our waitress Chelley. She was super sweet, attentive, and prompt. It was an amazing meal all around. Highly recommended.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
My boyfriend and I visited here for our anniversary and had a great experience! Our server was fast and friendly, the food was great, and the atmosphere was comfortable. We both got cocktails, entrees, and split an appetizer for around $100. Got seated early for our reservation and our server helped me decide what entree to get after they had run out of scallops for the night. Definitely recommend if you’re looking for a restaurant with great food and a chill vibe! A table near us got the nachos as an appetizer and they looked incredible, so we will be getting those next time we visit :)
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Makers Flat Iron Steak & Fries
We had a wonderful meal, and a large element of that was the fabulous service by Shari. She was so attentive and helpful. Thank you for starting our weekend off right!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Crispy Brussels Sprouts
David was great and very knowledgeable 5 star restaurant and 5 star waiter
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Had a great evening with coworkers and Lindsey was an exceptional waiter!! He made sure all of our drinks and food were perfect.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Stumbled upon this place by the Wharf and went for brunch. Initially had a positive reaction seeing the menu and atmosphere but that changed quickly, we ordered the Wharf coffee cocktail of sorts, genuinely one of the worst drinks, essentially just watered down coffee with no ice and some vodka, although you couldn’t taste any, and whipped cream. The only thing that tasted good were the deviled eggs appetizer. I had an eggs Benedict done gluten free because I had an allergy, obviously knew it wouldn’t be as good but it was just bad and mildly warm. Barely any ham on it and the gluten free bun was just terrible. Couldn’t have the breakfast potatoes because they’re fried so had a side Caesar salad, they accidentally put croutons on at first but the server corrected it immediately. Another just bad dish, didn’t even taste like Caesar I don’t know how that’s possible. My friend had the crabcake benedict and she said it was mediocre but nothing great, asked for ketchup for her potatoes which never came, but other than that service was fine. Really wouldn’t recommend going here, we paid over $100 for terrible drinks and less than mediocre food.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 2
Service: 3
Recommended dishes: Deviled Eggs
Amazing food. Huge fan of the breakfast nachos, deviled eggs… both types of Benedicts. Amazing crispy Brussels spouts.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Makers Nachos, Crispy Brussels Sprouts, Eggs Benedict, Monkey Bread, Deviled Eggs
As an avid advocate for the restaurant industry, the hour and twenty minutes spent here was underwhelming- mainly in terms of the customer service. I usually can understand if someone’s having a rough time or day but from walking into this establishment to my departure, there was little to no feeling of being welcomed or valued as a customer.
Upon entering, I walked past a young a lady that was having causal conversation while leaning against a wall, for directions to the ladies room. She politely pointed in the direction as I noticed that she actually was employed there, but didn’t provide any form of welcome.
I sat myself at the bar and the bartender slides the menu my way while literally facing and speaking to another guest. Again, no salutation or acknowledging my existence on planet earth. I was served a glass of water as I requested some time to review the menu…the bartender never made his way back around to me lol. Oddly enough, the trainee bartender saved the day by taking my order and actually engaging in conversation with me (which isn’t even a baseline requirement, just toppings on the cake). But as luck would have it, he left for the evening and I was back to square one with the not so welcoming teammates.
Moving right along, my check was placed in front of my glass and presumably that would close all of requests for the night since they were minutes from closing. Ohhhh- the server/bartender did ask me if I wanted dessert :) but I politely declined; there was nothing sweet enough in their kitchen to turn this semi-frown upside down. Plus that was just a ploy to gather the menu anyway so….yea.
Now, I’m sure you’re wondering how was the food, drinks etc? Everything (lamb lollipops, brussel sprouts, and marg.) was creative and delicious, no doubt about it but the team mates in the back sometimes get outshined by the personnel in the front :/
I’m sure the couple sitting across and the man sitting two seats down from me would have pretty good reviews, I had to soak in the sun rays from all the positivity they were getting- and even a farewell shoutout as they were leaving so I know they’re capable of being polite. I meditated the morning of, set my positive affirmations, put on freshly laundered and pressed clothes plus perfume; who really knows what went wrong?? Either way, I’ve worked in customer service in many capacities and know that it’s inexcusable.
Maybe I’ll have better luck another time!
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 3
Service: 2
Brussel sprouts were freaking fantastic! Alfredo pasta was good too, though the chicken was a bit unusual in texture. Great service. A bit loud next to the entrance.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Crispy Brussels Sprouts, Alfredo Pasta
Restaurantji Recommends
Devin was our waiter and the food was amazing and he was amazing! Will be back again!
Let me start by saying Giotty is an amazing head chef! The food was DELICIOUS!!! Agnes was our server and provided us with OUTSTANDING service! Not only was she polite, friendly and attentive, but also provided us with the best experience we have had in a very long time. Makers union you have a regular customer after this experience. I highly highly recommend as this was a 10 out of 10 experience during their 3 to 6 PM happy hour.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Visited Makers Union at the Wharf and our waitress Sheri was simply amazing! Very attentive friendly and accommodating. I would visit again just to be seated in her section!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Very kind staff, but the food was unfortunate. I had the wings which were dry, and mac and cheese which was both dry and bland. Not sure that I can recommend.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 1
Service: 5
Hats off to the chef and accomdating us! Sheri E was outstanding. We were a group of 23 and she was exceptional. She knew all of our names by the end of the meal. She was so much fun. She went above and beyond to ensure we were taken care of. Thank you!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
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