50 Best Cocktail Bars near Potomac

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

“I Love the Barns; Great spot for Winter Concerts. Acoustics are wonderful. HOWEVER… What’s with the Chairs? Coming to see Del McCoury but I don’t see any standing/dancing area. This is the Barns of WolfTrap that used to be open area, correct? Filene is the Seated Venue.“

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

“Fantastic group meal at Beth’s tonight! Staff was very welcoming and greeted our group promptly. As a larger group we wanted to try a variety of delicious items and shared them together. We ordered one of each of the Bites menu items. My favorite was the Old Bay Shrimp! 😍🍤 - dessert was delicious and cocktails well crafted. Approachable menu and eclectic environment .“

“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 !!!“

“Great visit for a first timer! Beautiful restaurant, fantastic food and amazing service!“

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

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

“had my daughter’s baby shower there today from 1-4. Ali was superb… “on it” re: everything! Food was great & abundant… juice/champagne bar fabulous & just the perfect size & setup for 30 women. i highly recommend ms. peacock’s! and once again, “Ali” was the best.“

“This place is amazing. I had the Crispy Fish Tacos and had an amazing buy one get one deal. The place is clean, the staff are nice and welcoming, and the Tacos were amazing and fresh. My server was Brian G. He is an amazing server and greeted me with kindness as well. 5 stars and I will be coming back!!!“

“What a special place to have a meal! Fantastic food and service. Fair pricing and simply exquisite food for dinner or weekend brunch. Staff is really knowledgeable and kind, always love coming to this restaurant. Also, it’s nice that it is a well lit dining area and not too loud to have conversations in. Great spot.“

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

“I went here for restaurant week. The food and experience were great! The wagyu cuts were high quality and the savory meals were a nice touch. By far, the best highlight was the service. Erica was a phenomenal server and the best I’ve seen in years. She was prompt, polite, and professional. I’d return with regular menu pricing if Erica was my server again.“

“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!“

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

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

“absolutely delicious and would recommend to anyone!“

“Really creative and delicious food!! The people are so welcoming and attentive. We are definitely foodies and highly recommend NUE. It is one of our favorite restaurants!!!“

“Great sushi place to try!“

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

“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!!“

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

“Great food Butter chicken was particularly good“

“Great place and great staff!“

“Celebrated my birthday at Empress Coffee & Cocktails with my girls, and it was everything! The food and drinks were incredible -- we tried so many dishes and loved every bite. The Persian pizza (a house favorite) was full of flavor, the soup and grilled cheese combo was pure comfort, and the turkey + havarti sandwich, bacon egg croissant, and margarita pizza were all delicious and perfectly done. The drinks? Just wow. The espresso martini is an absolute yes! We also loved the butterfly margarita, lava-shak martini, and Malibu sunset -- all beautifully crafted and fun to sip. Plus, they offer a nice selection of wines and juices to purchase. Shots were order as well. Had too much fun didn't take pictures of all the food and drinks. The space itself is perfect for a girls' day or night out -- stylish and cozy with beautiful lighting and thoughtful décor. We especially loved the artwork of the girl with the pearl earrings -- such a fun and elegant touch! We were lucky enough to have the place to ourselves, which made the whole evening feel extra special. Huge shoutout to Sam, the owner, who was such a warm and welcoming host. Highly recommend this gem for a celebration or a chill hangout. Can't wait to go back!“

“One of our favorite neighborhood spots. Even if we didn’t live in the neighborhood, we would make our way over here.“

“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.“

“This was my first time visiting Circa, and overall I enjoyed it. My friend and I arrived early and were glad our table was already ready. The host was friendly, and the service was good. The restaurant was also nice and clean.

Nothing really stood out as being unique compared to other places, but it was a pleasant experience. I ordered the chicken quinoa bowl, which was good but nothing special. I did think the prices were a little high especially the bar items for the type of restaurant, though that may be due to the location.

Overall, I was satisfied with my visit and would recommend Circa.“

“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“

“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.“

“I recently dined at this establishment, having a late lunch. I was very impressed by the attentiveness/politeness of the staff. I ordered goat curry with garlic naan, and the meal did not disappoint. My server, Danish, was an excellent host and made the experience very warm and welcoming. I will dine here again.“

“Reliable! Always delicious!“

“⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ - I have always had great experiences at Bear Branch Tavern, but today I had Ash and Maria as my server and bartender. They were fantastic. I could not recommend them enough. Every time I go back I am going to try and get Ash as my server. 10/10 experience, 10/10 food. Will definitely be back.“

“We really enjoyed the new Westville location. It is relatively quiet so a nice place to have a conversation with friends. The menu has a nice range of healthy and good comfort food, with lots of interesting seasonal menu items that change frequently. Their drinks are really fun and delicious!“

“Five stars for what they do alone...proceeds from Stray Cat Cafe and Lost Dog Sandwiches and Pizza next door donated to animal rescue. The menu at Stray Cat is a bit more sophisticated than the sandwiches and pizza next door - reliable comfort food. Pictures of cats adorn the walls. What's not to love here? Good craft beer list too, just like next door.“

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

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

“A friend and I just had the best breakfast in recent memory. As two former bartenders and servers who have worked in the restaurant industry for over a decade +, Jeannie is easily one of the best servers we have come across. If you’re in the area, treat yourself to fantastic experience. All starts.“

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

“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. 🤤“

“Great Thai Food in NOVA. I really enjoyed Burapa Thai. The food was great .“

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

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

“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:)“

“I’ve eaten here 3 times - everything I’ve had is delicious! I love the rotating menu. Octopus, croquettes, salads, pastas, pizzas - all amazing! Best pork chop I’ve ever eaten. Burger was 10/10. Staff is excellent and attentive. Food comes out timely, but I’ve never felt rushed. The restaurant is also a beautiful environment. I think it is the best restaurant in Van Ness/Forest Hills and certainly one of my favorites in the city.“

“I stopped in for a quick drink and ended up staying longer than planned, much thanks to the incredible service from the bartender, Adrienne. From the moment I sat down, she made me feel welcome with a genuine smile and easygoing conversation.

What stood out most was her pleasant demeanor—friendly without being overbearing, and always approachable. It’s clear she enjoys what she does, and that energy adds so much to the atmosphere. I was unsure of what to order and asked her to surprise me with a drink made with rum and she did not disappoint. Adrienne handled the bar effortlessly and I will be back!“

“This is my 1st Valentine’s dinner date. We had a pawsome 🐾 time here. It’s the best dog-friendly restaurant in the DMV area. This place is so welcoming paw 🐾 fur babies like me, people are very friendly, the atmosphere and the vibes is so uplifting, food is delicious, and their signature coffee is the best! IG: Akira_thePomapoo Tiktok: Akira the Pomapoo“

“Drinks are not overly sweet and are a proper craft cocktail experience.

Food is all too notch.

Has offerings that aren’t on every basic Thai restaurant.

Why is it so good!!!!!! Gotta come back 6 more times to have all the things I wanna try“