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Present Company Public House

438 Massachusetts Ave., NW | (202) 289-1100 presentcompanydc.com | Metro: Chinatown/Union Station/ Convention Center

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From the group who brought you The Pub & The People, Present Company is a neighborhood pub built in DC’s oldest firehouse. Patrons will enjoy gastropub fare with fun twists like Eggplant Chip Nachos and Tempura Pickle Chips. The bar offers a solid beer selection, wine, and creative specialty cocktails like the Rouge & Rosemary, a rosemary infused vodka with fresh grapefruit and lemon juices and honey syrup. Test your brain on Tuesday's Trivia Night, Happy Hour happening Wed-Sunday, and Bottomless Brunch is offered on the weekend. With a huge dog-friendly outdoor patio, and two unique dining rooms, Present Company will make any DC visit complete. Reservations can be made on Resy.com.

The Pub and The People

1648 North Capitol St. NW | (202) 234-1800 thepubandthepeople.com | Metro: Shaw/NoMA

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Offering a “pub-fusion” menu that focuses on local brews, craft cocktails, unique sandwiches and hearty entrees. Rustic and fun décor – tables are comprised of repurposed barn wood and the bathrooms are covered in framed doggy photos sent in by customers – gives this place a cozy neighborhood atmosphere.

The expansive outdoor patio is a can’t-miss on nice weather days and perfect to enjoy a cocktail or a pint in the Bloomingdale neighborhood. Try the Ango-Saxon, our twist on the classic Old Fashioned, or the Ruth Bourbon Ginsburg, a bourbon-based cocktail with sweet vermouth and caraway syrup. Hungry? The “Heidi” sandwich is a fan favorite - a fried boneless chicken breast with chipotle aioli, homemade guacamole, melted cheese and bacon on a brioche bun. Happy Hour is seven days a week. Trivia on Monday nights. Reservations on Resy.com!