Saminda Wijegunawardena
+5
McClellan's is a very unique cocktail bar, in DC or anywhere. Highly creative cocktails that are expertly crafted and served in equally differentiated glassware, and guided by highly knowledgeable staff often involved in the menu curation. The vibe is always energetic but not overwhelming, with Christmas lights adding a playful contrast to the dark and classic speakeasy decor.
My wife and I decided to check this place out last night and we had the best time.
They have an amazing whiskey selection and the bartender Chris understands his craft, we had a few different drinks and made some new friends at the bar. The vibe was just right and no attitude.
If you’re looking for a bar that’s comfortable and inviting this is the spot, don’t bring an attitude cause you’re gonna kill my vibe.
Great bar, with greater staff they do make the bar imo, the vibe was spot on. Can't recommend it high enough. A must visit. The locals were also super friendly and great to chat with.
Knowledgeable staff serving VERY strong drinks! We really enjoyed the holiday menu, unique combinations and flavors.
Been going here for 4 years and it's consistently great. Have had some sensational tiki cocktails, some interesting house cocktails, and some well executed classics. And the bar itself is beautiful.
LOVED this place! Drinks were fun and strong, atmosphere is cozy and feels like you’ve stepped back in time.
Think Outlander vibes with running water and you’re just about spot on.
Staff was nice and made great conversation.
100% recommend!
The BEST cocktails in town, this place is perfect for pre dinner or late night drinks. We’ve ordered everything from old fashioneds to espresso martinis, if theres a spirit in there, they can make it to perfection. They don’t really do food, but they’ve got all the popcorn and flavors you could want, like truffle and jalapeno. Definitely one of my favorite places to stop through for happy hour.
Fantastic place for a few afternoon drinks away from crowds and heat. Great collection of whiskeys. Bartenders are a blast—we happened in on one of their birthdays and joined in the celebration. Will be returning on every trip back to town, felt like the best neighborhood bar!
Great cocktail bar with knowledgeable staff who can throw something great together based on your desired tastes. They also do rotating themed menus - went when they had Barbie themed drinks, everything was pink and had edible glitter added, absolutely loved it!
Great cocktails and a very good bar. Absolutely loved it.
The cocktails are awesome. If it's nice, there's some limited outdoor seating, inside has a great vibe and is particularly good for really cold winter days/hot summer days (cool and dark). I do miss their pre-pandemic happy hour drink menu though.
Cozy bar with personality and rotating features, between DuPont and AdMo. The latest seasonal drinks are Barbie themed, and are naturally sweet and bright. Accordingly with the current movie release, you may find this spot busy after work or weekends, but it sets the scene well for socializing. Staff is friendly and service is prompt even with a full bar and tables.
Good whiskey bar with good service and they have their own unique cask of filibuster whiskey. We had a little straight and old fashions, which were really good. The barbecue chips were great but they just come in a bag. The popcorn, they make there, but it was very stale. Popcorn comes in several different flavors and we tried the old bay.
The first photo is an old-fashioned with filibuster whiskey. The second photo is of the filibuster rep and one of the bartenders.
Fun, almost hidden (even though it’s on a busy intersection), and funky bar. I spent a couple years walking by this place daily, but had never gone in. I’m glad I did!
The drinks are good, strong, and creative, and the staff are all really friendly. It’s casual and fun - a good place to go with friends or a casual date.
I went to McClellan's for the first time last night and was delightfully surprised at the focus on bourbon and rye, my favorite. The bartender at the time was Vance, great bartender! The atmosphere here is awesome. I'll definitely be making a stop the next time I'm in DC.
One of my favorite bars in DC -- definitely not what you'd expect based on the name; the vibe is funky and the drinks are playful, thoughtful, and fun!
Update: still one of my favorite bars. The drinks have gotten even better, the crew who works here is the best, and the sandwiches shouldn't be slept on. Happy 9 years!
Absolutely love this place. Great bourbon list and very affordable pours and great recommendations by the bartender Chris.
I liked they creative menu. Cool downstairs location with a relatively breezy face on Florida Ave. But the prices seem to be put there to discourage folks like me, of average income.
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