This review is strictly for the upstairs bar. I generally go to this bar and stay on the 1st floor with Jack and Anna. I have never had one issue down there, nor have I returned any drinks before (I had no reason to, they were always good). I have been going to Old Hat and staying on the 1st floor roughly 2 - 3 times per month for about 1.5 years, maybe 2.
However, on the night of June 21st, I went there with a group (counting myself) of 5. Due to spacing downstairs, we decided to go upstairs and have a round, as we were hopping around oldtown.
We ordered our drinks and only one of us wanted to return it after a few sips. The owner/manager who runs the upstairs bar said he couldn't take it off the bill (mind you the person in our group only had a few sips - enough to determine if she liked the drink), but he offered to modify the drink to her liking. Which I initially thought was odd, as most places would within reason, allow someone to exchange a drink for a different one if said person doesn't like it.
We did not put up a fuss, when the owner/manager brought the drink back, in fairness the person in our party said it tasted better, but we still couldn't get past the fact she couldn't get something different out of our head.
If you do go here, stick to the 1st floor with Jack and company. Unfortunately, I personally have a sour taste in my mouth on the bar after my recent experience. When I do go to King Street in the future, I am going to be hesitant to come here, and will likely just go to another bar on the strip.
Amy K
Walked in and was a little overwhelmed but Irina welcomed us and got us a spot to sit immediately. She was so friendly and helpful. The drinks were delicious. I had the five points and it was great. Highly recommend!
Adam Hill
Excellent and lively multistory bar, just off the strip, with old school charm, imaginative flavor blends and warm and delightful owners. Be sure to say Hi! to their stately labradoodle Arthur. :-)
Coleman Habib
My family and I were in Alexandria for a few night and we swung by Old Hat for a couple of drinks. The staff was great and the drinks were solid. Unfortunately, I left my sunglasses in the bar and didn’t realize it until I was heading to the airport and the bar was closed. Fortunately, this place is owned by some great people who MAILED me my sunglasses. Many thanks to these great people! They just arrived thoughtfully packed and in perfect condition!
The Commish
Drinks and atmosphere were great. We originally thought this was a wine bar but it's definitely cocktail forward.
Shana Rogers
I have dined many times at this establishment and it is a memorable experience each time. I particularly enjoy the warm greeting from the owners and staff, the cozy yet elegant ambiance and the ever changing cocktail menu consisting of perfectly executed balanced cocktails. The beer and wine list is also a good choice. Food menu stand outs are the burger and avocado toast but don’t sleep on the kimchi hot dog. It’s just damn delicious.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Hamburger, Pimento Colada, Five Points, Bibimbap, Goat Cheese and Arugula Burger
Jeanette
This place is awesome! Great service, great staff and great ambiance!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Tony Sadlon
This place is my favorite late night bar in Old Town. It’s got great service and they must take good care of staff because it seems every time I visit the same people are working.
The food is unique and delicious, my fine dining friend I dragged to this “hipster bar” ordered the steak frites and he was both surprised and impressed at how good it was.
Cocktails are excellent, not cheaply made and overly sweet like most bars. The beer selection has enough for everyone, but draft list is rather small.
This place is a must visit bar in old town. I highly recommend it.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Cheese Curds, Korean Cheesesteak
Love the food and drinks, if you like genuine drinks, this is the place, staff, and service is so great. Love this place. Strongly recommended!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Korean Cheesesteak
Bahia Simons-Lane
Consistently good.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 4
Katy Defoe
We stopped here before a company party. Wow, just wow! The atmosphere is very cool.
Service: 5
J K
We were overcharged for two extra bottles of wine. When presented to the manager, they rudely argued when it was clear there was no way we would have been able to finish an extra two bottles of wine.
Lovely atmosphere. Excellent server.
This review is strictly for the upstairs bar. I generally go to this bar and stay on the 1st floor with Jack and Anna. I have never had one issue down there, nor have I returned any drinks before (I had no reason to, they were always good). I have been going to Old Hat and staying on the 1st floor roughly 2 - 3 times per month for about 1.5 years, maybe 2.
However, on the night of June 21st, I went there with a group (counting myself) of 5. Due to spacing downstairs, we decided to go upstairs and have a round, as we were hopping around oldtown.
We ordered our drinks and only one of us wanted to return it after a few sips. The owner/manager who runs the upstairs bar said he couldn't take it off the bill (mind you the person in our group only had a few sips - enough to determine if she liked the drink), but he offered to modify the drink to her liking. Which I initially thought was odd, as most places would within reason, allow someone to exchange a drink for a different one if said person doesn't like it.
We did not put up a fuss, when the owner/manager brought the drink back, in fairness the person in our party said it tasted better, but we still couldn't get past the fact she couldn't get something different out of our head.
If you do go here, stick to the 1st floor with Jack and company. Unfortunately, I personally have a sour taste in my mouth on the bar after my recent experience. When I do go to King Street in the future, I am going to be hesitant to come here, and will likely just go to another bar on the strip.
Walked in and was a little overwhelmed but Irina welcomed us and got us a spot to sit immediately. She was so friendly and helpful. The drinks were delicious. I had the five points and it was great. Highly recommend!
Excellent and lively multistory bar, just off the strip, with old school charm, imaginative flavor blends and warm and delightful owners. Be sure to say Hi! to their stately labradoodle Arthur. :-)
My family and I were in Alexandria for a few night and we swung by Old Hat for a couple of drinks. The staff was great and the drinks were solid.
Unfortunately, I left my sunglasses in the bar and didn’t realize it until I was heading to the airport and the bar was closed.
Fortunately, this place is owned by some great people who MAILED me my sunglasses. Many thanks to these great people! They just arrived thoughtfully packed and in perfect condition!
Drinks and atmosphere were great. We originally thought this was a wine bar but it's definitely cocktail forward.
I have dined many times at this establishment and it is a memorable experience each time. I particularly enjoy the warm greeting from the owners and staff, the cozy yet elegant ambiance and the ever changing cocktail menu consisting of perfectly executed balanced cocktails. The beer and wine list is also a good choice. Food menu stand outs are the burger and avocado toast but don’t sleep on the kimchi hot dog. It’s just damn delicious.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Hamburger, Pimento Colada, Five Points, Bibimbap, Goat Cheese and Arugula Burger
This place is awesome! Great service, great staff and great ambiance!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
This place is my favorite late night bar in Old Town. It’s got great service and they must take good care of staff because it seems every time I visit the same people are working.
The food is unique and delicious, my fine dining friend I dragged to this “hipster bar” ordered the steak frites and he was both surprised and impressed at how good it was.
Cocktails are excellent, not cheaply made and overly sweet like most bars. The beer selection has enough for everyone, but draft list is rather small.
This place is a must visit bar in old town. I highly recommend it.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Cheese Curds, Korean Cheesesteak
Everything was nice and the bartender is cute.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 3
Service: 4
Restaurantji Recommends
Love the food and drinks, if you like genuine drinks, this is the place, staff, and service is so great. Love this place. Strongly recommended!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Korean Cheesesteak
Consistently good.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 4
We stopped here before a company party. Wow, just wow! The atmosphere is very cool.
Service: 5
We were overcharged for two extra bottles of wine. When presented to the manager, they rudely argued when it was clear there was no way we would have been able to finish an extra two bottles of wine.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 1
Cool 3 story hang out. Great drinks. Good people.
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 5
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