I was happy till I got my bill. Please make sure to ASK the upcharge on liquor as they do not let you know. So your cocktail that was $13 is now$28!!!!?
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 3
Service: 3
Elvin M.
Stopped by after dinner great hang out for happy hour. We stopped for drinks the bartenders were frienand they had a nice crowd. Next time we will try the food.
Rashad R
Last night of black history month was lit!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Jamie's Chamber
I love me a Black-owned business and will support until the end of time. However, the owner at Serenata is rude. I went with my sister and boyfriend to union market for good food and drinks. I went to Las Gemelas first for their margaritas because they're 11/10. Then we went to serenata to grab food quickly. The owner said no outside food/drinks at the bar.. totally understand that. Then she proceeded to side-eye me from afar. I was staring her down because I wanted to grab a bite but she literally ignored me while making eye contact with me. I eventually gave up because I was honestly confused. My sister was able to grab her attention and asked her what food is good/her favorite. The owner's words, "I'm the owner, so everything is good." Immediately no. I personally hate when employees say everything on the menu is good because how does that help me? I'm asking so I know what I'll enjoy and will satisfy my hunger. 3/10 experience.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 4
Service: 1
Lyra Hornseth
Good cocktails
Leah Poole
As visitors from out of town we were treated so well we came back for day 2! The service, food and drinks were amazing! And the owner was so kind to us we just fell in love with her place.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Eileen W.
Rightly recognized as having some of if not the best cocktails in DC. The best margarita is truly the best marg you will have. Latin American inspired and rotating brilliance. Happy hour is awesome too, $8 a pop for the best craft cocktails in dc, that is if you have an expansive palette and can trust master mixologists to choose a cocktail for you. Good place to go alone. Because it's in a food hall a different vibe than a dark and moody cocktail bar. More casual.
Marian Carolina
Best experience. Delicious craft cocktails. AJ, Bryant, John, Theo, Johanna are all top notch hospitality professionals. The attention to detail is noted every visit. Thank you!
Tia L.
This bar was adorable and played such good music! If you're a fan of reggaeton this is your spot! The food portions wer small but it was tasty! The service was fast and our bartenders were hilarious.
Sam Z.
Food and drinks were priced well. The quality was good, and the atmosphere was warm and comfortable. Service was awesome, always being attended too and fast!
Service, food and drinks was absolutely perfect ✨ Thank you!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Roman Abreu
Considering the cocktail prices you would expect better service, but it feels more like a fast food restaurant. It used to be better for sure.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 3
Service: 2
Sally W.
Finally made it to Serenata and certainly wasn't disappointed. The cocktails are delicious, the snacks are tasty, and the bar seating and aesthetic makes you feel like the night is young and anything is possible. For snacks we ordered the chicken empanadas and the pandebonos. They were both good, but the chicken empanada was amazing. They have interesting rules that could affect your visit - you must be seated in order to sip on any alcohol. So, if you don't have a seat, you can't drink drinks with alcohol. It's probably because of the nature of the space the bar is located within.
Josh Phillips
Good drinks served by good people. Neighborhood gem.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Velvet Barnes-Grimshaw
Cute spot with ahhhhmazing drinks! Try the Paloma when you go! So refreshing.
I was happy till I got my bill. Please make sure to ASK the upcharge on liquor as they do not let you know. So your cocktail that was $13 is now$28!!!!?
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 3
Service: 3
Stopped by after dinner great hang out for happy hour. We stopped for drinks the bartenders were frienand they had a nice crowd. Next time we will try the food.
Last night of black history month was lit!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
I love me a Black-owned business and will support until the end of time. However, the owner at Serenata is rude. I went with my sister and boyfriend to union market for good food and drinks. I went to Las Gemelas first for their margaritas because they're 11/10. Then we went to serenata to grab food quickly. The owner said no outside food/drinks at the bar.. totally understand that. Then she proceeded to side-eye me from afar. I was staring her down because I wanted to grab a bite but she literally ignored me while making eye contact with me. I eventually gave up because I was honestly confused. My sister was able to grab her attention and asked her what food is good/her favorite. The owner's words, "I'm the owner, so everything is good." Immediately no. I personally hate when employees say everything on the menu is good because how does that help me? I'm asking so I know what I'll enjoy and will satisfy my hunger. 3/10 experience.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 4
Service: 1
Good cocktails
As visitors from out of town we were treated so well we came back for day 2! The service, food and drinks were amazing! And the owner was so kind to us we just fell in love with her place.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Rightly recognized as having some of if not the best cocktails in DC. The best margarita is truly the best marg you will have. Latin American inspired and rotating brilliance. Happy hour is awesome too, $8 a pop for the best craft cocktails in dc, that is if you have an expansive palette and can trust master mixologists to choose a cocktail for you. Good place to go alone. Because it's in a food hall a different vibe than a dark and moody cocktail bar. More casual.
Best experience. Delicious craft cocktails. AJ, Bryant, John, Theo, Johanna are all top notch hospitality professionals. The attention to detail is noted every visit. Thank you!
This bar was adorable and played such good music! If you're a fan of reggaeton this is your spot! The food portions wer small but it was tasty! The service was fast and our bartenders were hilarious.
Food and drinks were priced well. The quality was good, and the atmosphere was warm and comfortable. Service was awesome, always being attended too and fast!
Restaurantji Recommends
Service, food and drinks was absolutely perfect ✨ Thank you!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Considering the cocktail prices you would expect better service, but it feels more like a fast food restaurant. It used to be better for sure.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 3
Service: 2
Finally made it to Serenata and certainly wasn't disappointed. The cocktails are delicious, the snacks are tasty, and the bar seating and aesthetic makes you feel like the night is young and anything is possible. For snacks we ordered the chicken empanadas and the pandebonos. They were both good, but the chicken empanada was amazing. They have interesting rules that could affect your visit - you must be seated in order to sip on any alcohol. So, if you don't have a seat, you can't drink drinks with alcohol. It's probably because of the nature of the space the bar is located within.
Good drinks served by good people. Neighborhood gem.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Cute spot with ahhhhmazing drinks! Try the Paloma when you go! So refreshing.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5