50 Best Bars near Springfield

“Modern day CHEERS! BEST bar in the DMV! AMAZING PLACE! GREAT vibe/bands/staff/food/bar/service, and the most warm and welcoming staff and "regulars"! Remember the show "CHEERS"? Rename it Pete's! "Where everybody knows your name and they're always glad you came." Just add terrific live music, great acoustics, and the best dance floor around! Truly impressive across the board - friendly, welcoming and FUN. Pete, Kelly and their team are true professionals; they love their work and make sure everyone feels welcome. Pete personally goes from table to table - when he's not joining the band/playing guitar! Kelly is wonderful, kind, warm, and consistently books the BEST bands around. Bartender Bo is indeed "super cool" and funny. Servers Mario and Andrea are helpful, attentive, efficient, and keep everyone very well-fed. Chef Pete (different one) regularly impresses with tasty appetizers, entrees, salads (Greek is a fave), desserts, and more. More than worth a visit - keep going back! I'm proud to be a regular (OK - groupie/super-fan) and my nights at Pete's are true weekend highlights. Thanks to everyone at Pete's for providing night after night of great food, music, and community! I've made some lifelong friends and would recommend Pete's to anyone wanting a fun night out with great people.“

“Dyanna Sampson is the best! Every time I come here she’s so friendly and helpful!“

“MERRY CHRISTMAS AND HAPPY HOLIDAYS TO THE ENTIRE STAFF AT MAGGIANO’s, SPRINGFIELD, VA! There are not enough word in the dictionary to describe my experience in Maggiano’s! From the time I make reservations through walking through the front door of the restaurant, the service, the managers, the chef, the food, to serving the BEST ITALIAN CUISINE SINCE ITALY, and cleanliness in the restrooms. Look, I live in Old Town Alexandria, VA, where there are some of the best Italian restaurants on the East Coast but those restaurants do not compare to my Maggiano’s. I seriously have to drive out of my way, Springfield, to get the Best Italian on the East Coast. It’s worth every second. The cuisine inside this Maggiano’s tastes exactly like my Italian grandparent’s cooked it. I frequent this restaurant at least once or twice a week. Thank you Mo, (manager), Jessie (server), and the rest of the staff at my Maggiano’s! Dana Neese, 12-23-2023.“

“MERRY CHRISTMAS AND HAPPY HOLIDAYS TO THE ENTIRE STAFF AT MAGGIANO’s, SPRINGFIELD, VA! There are not enough word in the dictionary to describe my experience in Maggiano’s! From the time I make reservations through walking through the front door of the restaurant, the service, the managers, the chef, the food, to serving the BEST ITALIAN CUISINE SINCE ITALY, and cleanliness in the restrooms. Look, I live in Old Town Alexandria, VA, where there are some of the best Italian restaurants on the East Coast but those restaurants do not compare to my Maggiano’s. I seriously have to drive out of my way, Springfield, to get the Best Italian on the East Coast. It’s worth every second. The cuisine inside this Maggiano’s tastes exactly like my Italian grandparent’s cooked it. I frequent this restaurant at least once or twice a week. Thank you Mo, (manager), Jessie (server), and the rest of the staff at my Maggiano’s! Dana Neese, 12-23-2023.“

“The bartenders are great and friendly enough given the size of the bar and restaurant as a whole. Prices are reasonable, and the drinks are tasty. Yard House is a nice relaxed spot to go solo for a nice dinner, fun and exciting enough to hit for HH, chill enough to bring your kids. Overall, it's a solid spot. Parking is a bit tight, but you can usually find a space during the week. Located in Springfield Mall.“

“Great food. The service was quick And our waiter was amazing.“

“Thank you, Texas Jack's for accommodating me on Thanksgiving when my Metroaccess ride dropped me off before my reservation. Food and service (by Calvin) was excellent!“

“An excellent dining experience from the moment we walked in to the moment we left. Beautiful decor, stylish but comfortable seating, and just good vibes all round.

All of the food was amazing and so creative, especially the beet tartare which had this vegan egg yolk that looked and tasted like a real egg yolk! The mocktails were really fun too.

Only downside is that it’s pricey for the amount of food you get, but if you’re looking for a more refined dining experience with great atmosphere and delicious food you should definitely consider this place.“

“Delicious and lovely atmosphere.“

“Great foods and great service.“

“I love a little hidden place, it makes me feel special. The space is quite small and felt very intimate, with whimsical decor. Drinks were lovely and the food was delicious. I really enjoyed the mocktail options. It's on the pricey side, so I definitely consider this a date night destination rather than a regular dinner spot. We came for lunch, and had no problem being seated, but I'm sure this place fills up for dinner so I would recommend reservations“

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

“Excellent dinner and drinks.“

“Excellent beer selection and to-die-for totchos and grilled cheese sandwiches, with whatever interesting “toppings” you could imagine!“

“Revel is unparalleled in pairing high quality, differentiated, and delicious cuisine and drinks with attentive service, unique decor, and upscale ambience in an unpretentious, approachable, and welcoming neighborhood setting.“

“Update 2025:

Sooooo great!!!!! Has only improved since we had to move. New setup is incredible and drinks have surpassed the original menus leaps and bounds! GO HERE!

Sets the bar by which we measure all cocktails. Never disappointed, each menu always multiple amazing options. I can count on my hands the number of times i have got a cocktail someplace else and NOT been totally disappointed in comparison.

Ambience is brilliant, lively but not too loyd. Brilliant date night. Service is always wonderful and light bites are incredible.

Brussel sprouts are the best around and the pork belly is beyond amazing.“

“We had our wedding at the Commentary on 5/31/25 and we could not be more thrilled with our experience. Olivia Martel and Chef Fran were PHENOMENAL to work with. Anything we wanted, we got. We wanted a low key, chill wedding, and decided on stations and the pasta bar with a plethora of appetizers and the execution was a 10/10. We loved having the whole bar and restaurant to ourselves in Ballston and welcoming guests from across the country and being in the Commentary’s/Westin’s care. They took really great care of us and we couldn’t be more grateful for the most beautiful day of our lives.“

“We hosted a business reception here following a conference and we were so impressed with the Highline team for being so accommodating and responsive to our group's needs. We pulled the reception together pretty last-minute, and yet the Highline helped us to make the arrangements without any hassle. We will certainly be coming back!“

“Hope you guys open soon indoors“

“The best place to eat at Eden“

“A well established professional club in Washington DC. Many great areas for meetings. Staff is amazingly friendly and helpful. In addition to the library, great food and relaxing atmosphere the library and meeting rooms are where a lot of deals are made and partnerships are established.“

“Such a cute place with great food & drinks. We got the hummus and veggies, but you must try the breakfast on the 'quan shooters - they have bacon 🥓 and orange juice! Their back patio has blankets on every chair and the atmosphere is so quaint. The owner is personable and accommodating. We will be back again!“

“Awesome spot!! Food was very good! We got the brussel sprouts, Mac & Cheese with bacon, tots, Reuben and the Jalapeño burger. I wish the Mac & Cheese had that cheesy gooey ness to it but that’s a personal preference. It was still super good and we ate the whole thing.
The beer list was extensive! I stuck to their Sour selection and dang they were all so good! My friend had a few different drinks but the one that stuck out was the Peach Cider. It tasted like you legit just bit into a Peach!
The whole staff were welcoming and friendly. The bartender, Joe, (I hope I remembered his name correctly) was great!“

“Excellent curated cocktails.“

“muy buen servicio gracias por ser muy amables“

“Limited beer menu for the size of the bar“

“10,000/10 the best place we visited while we were in DC. The bartenders were amazing, the music on Thursdays was supreme, and the drinks were very well made. I recommend to anyone.

Dietary restrictions: Very accommodating to Gluten Free for drinks!“

“Didn’t get to try the food, but great drinks and atmosphere and Jake the bartender is very passionate and excellent at his craft. Recommend stopping in!“

“Amazing food and great service! The place has a warm, welcoming atmosphere, and the staff were friendly and attentive. Every dish was fresh, flavorful, and perfectly cooked. Prices are fair for the quality, and the whole experience was smooth from start to finish. Definitely coming back soon!“

“Great selection of vinyls. Their drinks are from another world so don't expect generic cocktails. Maitake mushrooms tempura and wagyu flank steak were perfectly cooked. Had the pleasure of opening one of their fine Armagnac with Will. I appreciate the passion they put into giving us such a unique experience through sight, sound, and taste.“

“Combination of great food, ambience and hospitality. This is the place if you are looking for authentic Nepali food and fine dining experience. They have always amaze us with their menu selection options and the way menus are platted and garnished. I will highly recommend this place for dining with your friends and family.“

“Great place and great staff!“

“This place is a great new spot in town — stylish yet relaxed with a fun country vibe. The atmosphere is welcoming, the drinks are really good, and the staff is friendly and attentive. The mechanical bull is a nice touch and adds to the experience. I’ll definitely be back.“

“It was pretty pleasant had a good time“

“One of the best places in Dc and right on the water!“

“I love it here! Everyone has a great vibe, it’s a good chill atmosphere and it really feels like a second home. I’d recommend everyone to visit even if it’s only once because I know you will fall in love first visit. You can’t ask for a better night out. Bring a friend or two or three. The more the merrier! Enjoy!“

“Good food. Not kid friendly“

“Love trivia night it’s excellent“

“Evening Star is always a nice option I treat myself to every couple of months. Service can be off sometimes, but the food is always above average in tastiness, freshness, and affordability compared to the other restaurants in Old Town/Del Ray. Something for everyone when it comes to options.“

“Cold beer and Chili Dogs! Great memories here!“

“The best music, good food, great beer“

“We absolutely loved our stay at Hotel Hive! The room was smaller than a regular hotel (just as advertised) but was so cute and still the perfect size for two people even for a five night stay. The hotel itself is clean and in a great location for walking to all of the DC attractions. The area surrounding the hotel (including the parking deck) seemed very safe, even late in the evenings. We had a “buzz” room and still felt that our room was very quiet, especially to be in a city. The front desk staff were always extremely friendly and happy to help. We were overcharged by the parking deck one night and the staff kindly fixed it immediately. We would definitely recommend Hotel Hive to anyone looking for a place to stay in DC!“

“Stopped by the other night with a friend who is a member. Had a lovely time with great drinks and great atmosphere.EnvironmentThis is a private wine club located next to the Ritz Carlton. The description is in the name - a lair - it definitely gives those vibes but beautifully executed. A very chill modern vibe. There's a huge space for members to store their wine and alcohol so the temperature is always pretty chilly in the space - to help with this they have a fire place near the front of the area to keep you nicely warm and comfy. Overall it's a beautiful space, a beautiful bar and beautiful seating areas all around.ServiceThe service was great. It was a Monday night so there wasn't a ton of people there - our service was attentive and made sure we had all we need. As a member you grow to learn the staff and the atmosphere is every warm and welcoming and familiar which is nice. My colleagues meals did take a while to come out but they were very accommodating and helpful during this time.Food and drinksThe old fashions were made very well. I will definitely come back to try other drinks and some of their wine options. I also had a side of fries which were tasty. My friends had the steak and wings with they both enjoyed.OverallGreat beautiful space, with good food and really good old fashions. The space is just lovely and the privacy and care of service is a great touch. I will definitely be back to try other items off the drink and food menus.“

“We had an outstanding experience at this Ethiopian restaurant. The servers were so nice and eager to show us their culture and cuisine. The food was absolutely delicious and came out quickly. I really enjoyed the music as well, it made for a fun atmosphere. This will be our go-to spot for Ethiopian food from now on!“

“My father is great man and an even more exceptional cook. Even with my own webber charcoal grill attempting to replicate it isn't the same. The flame broiled and buttered bun along with the perfectly cooked and tender burger meat just satisfies you a different way when you arnt the one cooking it. I've never had a burger come close to replicating that taste my dad is able to achieve on his webber even with my own trial and error. Then there was cowboy cafe. I'm currently enjoying my after dinner beer while happily writing this out. The craziest part is this burger and patty isn't even cooked over charcoal. I know that for a fact just from the taste, but that didnt do the burger any dis-service. In fact I didnt even care the damn thing was so good i finished it before my fries. You can tell a lot from a resturuant when they are able to take the basics and exceed your expectations, no fancy sauce or weird wagyu mix. Quality, fresh ingredients prepared and served by even more exceptional cooks. The French fries were perfectly crispy and I especially was thrilled that they weren't greasy even a little. I will be happily returning.“

“delicious food, excellent service, and a pleasant atmosphere.warm make you fell like home and that The COZY Astor Mediterranean. The owner Hossain knows best .greeted every clients , focus on understanding their needs....5 stars rate score well deserve.“

“Average for a hotel restaurant. The convenience of being right inside The Westin is great, but the quality just doesn’t quite deliver.

The “focaccia” turned out to be rye bread with caraway seeds, not what we were expecting. We ordered it mainly for the whipped feta, which made for an interesting pairing. However, we did enjoy the assortment of pickled vegetables, honey, and butter on the side.

The meatballs were okay, nothing memorable. The pastrami sandwich was a letdown; we’d recommend skipping it.

On a positive note, the drinks were solid, reliable and well-made, as you’d expect from a hotel bar. Cheers!“

“Best Experience I’ve had ❤️ I will be attending again service was amazing“

“Lovely dinner!! Highly recommend!“

“A Hidden Gem of Warmth, Whisky, and Wonder!

Walking into The MacMillan Whisky Room feels like stepping into a perfectly curated mosaic of charm, elegance, and soul. Every detail—dim golden lighting, cozy leather seating, the soft hum of jazz—sets the stage for something more than just a drink. It’s an experience.
A place like this doesn’t just serve whisky. It serves memory, connection, and comfort. The MacMillan Whisky Room has earned a permanent place on my go-to list—and in my heart.“