50 Best Cocktail Bars near Potomac

“I absolutely love visiting Colada at Cabin John Village—it’s truly one of my favorite spots! The service is consistently amazing every single time I go. The team is always friendly and welcoming, and you can feel the positive energy as soon as you walk in.

I have to give a special shout-out to Enya and Melissa—they go above and beyond to make every experience exceptional. Whether it’s remembering your order, offering the perfect recommendation, or simply greeting you with a smile, they make you feel genuinely valued as a customer.

If you’re looking for great coffee, delicious bites, and the kind of service that brightens your day, Colada is the place to be. Thank you, Enya and Melissa, for always making my visits so special!“

“Went and tried the Italian sub and the meatball today.Absolutely delicious and fresh!“

“Perfect venue. All seats are good because the room is just big enough, not too big. Sound is great.
The Barns at Wolftrap has the feel of a secluded cabin in the woods with a romantic vibe. You can purchase drinks and snacks in the adjoining room and socialize. People are friendly. The place has a homey feel. There is an intermission half way through so you can get more coffee or snacks.
Perfect place for first date or any date, since there is time for chatting, and then listening together. The grounds around the venue are wooded. Highly recommend!!!!! PS- good idea to do a test drive to the venue, before the actual date, to be sure you can find it without a hitch.“

“Amazing atmosphere and some of the best cocktails in the area!!!“

“Just an incredible restaurant - amazing food out of this world our server was simply impressive with one month on the job - I can't say enough good things about him. I will always be back !!!“

“Our son recently moved to Arlington and he said this was the best Italian food that he ever had! Last night we went there for dinner and couldn't agree with him more. We had some initial issues with our service and seating , but the General Manager, Stefano and our waitress Shandra took care of us and the service that they gave us was outstanding; probably the best that I ever had at a restaurant! The food was absolutely delicious! We will be back every time that we visit our son. There are so many dishes that I cannot wait to try and the pasta is all homemade. Thanks for making our dinner so special. We love it here!“

“absolutely delicious and would recommend to anyone!“

“Best rooftop in Bethesda. Beautiful sunsets and fabulous cocktails! 🍸“

“The best chaat Place in my eatery list. Must try their "ROYAL CHAAT". One of the best place to have Indian food.“

“Super chill hidden spot next to Chase Bank on Bethesda Ave. The space is clean and bright. The staff is very friendly and welcoming. If you like tacos and burritos you definitely should check out this place. They also have a great selection for different kinds of drinks. ( I super recommend checking out the drink menu- fruit drink)
If you are in the city of Bethesda you definitely should check out this place.“

“We were in town from Columbus for a wedding and stopped in here for some drinks and had a wonderful time!! The bartender made awesome recommendations and made our evening fun!! Will definitely be back next time we are in DC!!!“

“Ingle was a great experience. It is not like tradition kbbq places. The experience was all about the pure flavors of the meat without any extra accompaniments. The cuts of meat were spectacular and incredibly tender. The sides and entrees were amazing. Our waiter was great.“

“Fun and cheerful vibes. There's a small selection of entrees you can choose from but all are carefully curated. The mochi waffle was very good and not overly sweet. The French omelette was tender but too salty. The tater tots were like normal tots and the dipping sauces were good. Good casual and fun place for friends and families.“

“Authentic Indian cuisine served with care—RASA never misses. A flavorful escape right in the neighborhood.“

“The Tacos and clam chowder was really good. The frozen Rose’ was good as well. Great service“

“The menu was extensive and slightly $$$. Drinks were pricey. However, surprisingly the portions were sharable and delicious! Presentation was fab. The 3 of us shared a whole fish(1-2 people 2lbs) and a risotto. The fish dish was presented beautifully w lettuce, basil, cilantro and threaded noodles w a sauce to make lettuce wrap with the deboned whole fish. It’s was a fabulous meal!“

“We've dined at Patsy's American on several occasions and consistently appreciate the quality, service and atmosphere.“

“The food appears... lesser quantity than in DC. The biscuits were smaller, and harder. I saw no bacon. The sausage (pork or chicken) was not "week done" as with the DC restaurant. Also there wasn't any shrimp. I got there at 9:am, and was told reservations were needed. So I Sat at the bar. Def a 3.5 rating on food here“

“The food was fresh and delicious! The service was excellent and the owner came around to talk to us! He was so sweet!! He made us feel like family! I will definitely recommend this lovely establishment to my family and friends! I should have taken more photos, but I forgot- it was as sooo goo!!“

“Amazing experience, food was perfecto and nice experience. 100 % Recommended!“

“Reliable! Always delicious!“

“We had a truly lovely experience at Circa Boro! Rori, the manager, was incredibly pleasant—so kind and easy to talk to. Cash, who took care of our table, was wonderful: attentive, friendly, and checked in with us just the right number of times. Rori and Cash brought out the birthday dessert together—a warm chocolate chip cookie with a hint of sea salt and a touch of whipped cream on the side. It was heavenly! The sweetest surprise? A thoughtful birthday card for each of us celebrating milestone birthdays, signed by the team and accompanied by a coupon for appetizers at Circa and El Bebe. So unexpected and deeply appreciated. Thank you for making it such a memorable celebration! Thank you Cash and Rori!“

“My neighborhood spot. So much culture and delicious mediterranean food. Incredible service and atmosphere I absolutely love everything on the menu. The cocktails are delicious every time - the pistachio martini is an absolute must. Always a vibe with the playlist and service is top notch. Rohat is so kind and hospitable! Can't wait to see what's in store for this spot! I'll be back over and over!“

“First time here tonight.
From when we first walked in until we left, everything was excellent.

The food was amazing!
The choices and selections were amazing.

The variety on the menu was excellent!

The service and respect we were given was exceptional.

I would recommend this restaurant to anyone whom loves sushi.

I can guarantee you will not be disappointed.

I loved it and will be going back.

It’s worth the drive!“

“Delicious food, fast and friendly service. I really liked the Tokyo mule. Recommend!“

“The entire experience was awesome! We didn’t have reservations, as we just came from a show. They worked us in and the tapas style dining was just what we needed for an upscale, late-night meal. Flavor was out of this world and presentation was art! I’ll definitely be back & highly recommend the ninniku noodles with duck confit. 🤤“

“My favorites are the crabcakes, bbq ribs and the coleslaw! Beautiful,welcoming atmosphere always.“

“Wonderful food and service. We all had different dinners off the menu. The French onion soup was some of the best I had. We walked in and were met with smiles and seated fast with no reservations.“

“Excellent food and service!! Will definitely come back.“

“We’ve been going to SER for several years now especially for family celebrations. The food and service is always excellent. I highly recommended SER for any occasion!“

“First time here & very much enjoyed w/ my girlfriends. Exceptional fabulous service w/ our server, Miguel. All staff wonderful & friendly! This South American cuisine is delicious, the atmosphere & decor beautiful ?? I highly recommend this place , looking forward in going back to experience the night life w/ music & dancing:)“

“Had a great evening catching up at this amazing Italian spot. Reservations are recommended, but we sat at the bar and had a fantastic time. Will definitely be back to try more of the delicious food. Amazing staff, always smiles, never made us feel rushed and gave us lots of laughs.“

“This is a good-bar that's reasonably priced. Food and service are great. Real people go here

Vegetarian options: You can leave meat off some items. The Westover Melt is veggie and delish.

Wheelchair accessibility: Roll right in“

“Great food Butter chicken was particularly good“

“Visiting from Birmingham, this was some of the BEST Mexican food I have ever had. It was very affordable and delicious.“

“incredible service. the food is top level and the service is even better.“

“Great seafood and great service provided by Josh Z!“

“Glad Westville decided to open up a location in Virginia, and what better than Clarendon! Similar to the New York locations, everything tastes healthy-ish and homemade, but maybe better than most city dwellers could do at home. Also an easy venue if you’re dining in a big group with pick eaters - lots of protein and veggie options, and super friendly to allergies and dietary restrictions.

Personal favorite was the fish sandwich. Veggie sides are all good and taste healthy (no heavy feeling that I get sometimes from veggie sides at restaurants - maybe they use a healthier oil or fewer additives). Carrot cake was flavorful and had a great texture, and love that it looked homemade as well.

Interior feels like an old school diner, and is super clean. Outdoor patio looks like a great place to enjoy an aperol spritz during the summer.“

“Service was fantastic. Food was wonderful and atmosphere perfect.“

“We spent our anniversary at the bar with Peter and Kerry; they made fantastic cocktails and even better banter. It's great to see Chef Ruta back in his element (do not miss the chicken liver focaccia!). As many have said, the bar is convivial -- we met truly wonderful neighborhood folk whom we look forward to seeing again on a Friday night.“

“Mother’s Day celebration with family was especially great because of the amazing atmosphere and awesome service at Barrel and Crow. It was our first time visiting this establishment and certainly will not be our last. Shout out to the owner and her staff.“

“Had a fabulous birthday dinner with family last night. Oysters were delicious with a great hot sauce provided from the Bronx. Skate and Monkfish specials of the day were excellent. Monday night and there was not an empty table. Testament to the great food and wonderful servers.“

“Good food. Decent service and clean, colorful surroundings. I will go back. For sure.“

“Great food. Great people fun place to have great good with fun people“

“The atmosphere and the people who work there were wonderful! The food was amazing as well! I would thoroughly recommend for anyone to try it out you won't be disappointed“

“Great place and great staff!“

“southern and northern Italian specialty foods. Chef Ettore the best!“

“Amazing. Super clean. New machines. Good trainers. Stuff is friendly. I love my gym.“

“Great dogs and beer selection. Cheese fries were also delicious. Would recommend to try this spot if in Bethesda, MD.“