The Observatory

4.1 (8)

$30 and under

Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service

1075 Thomas Jefferson St NW, Washington, DC 20007

About this restaurant

Romantic
Great for scenic views
Great for happy hour

The Observatory rooftop lounge is the ideal location to impress out of town guests, watch spectacular sunsets, sip on the finest wines and spirits, and make new friends. Lounge on the overstuffed sofas, listen to the cool lounge beats, and take in the sweeping views of historic Georgetown and Washington D.C., dotted with monuments and landmarks such as the Kennedy Center, the Washington Monument, and the skyline of Arlington, Virginia.

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service, Tapas / Small Plates
Hours of operation
Monday - Friday 4:00pm - close Saturday & Sunday 12:00pm - close
Website
http://www.thegrahamgeorgetown.com/rooftop-bar-and-lounge/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Business Casual
Executive chef
Jose Molina
Catering
Full service catering and event planning available
Private party facilities
Available for private events and large party reservations from 20 guests up to 150

Location
1075 Thomas Jefferson St NW, Washington, DC 20007
Neighborhood
Georgetown
Cross street
M Street NW
Parking details
Discounted Valet Parking $20.00 per car, street parking, three area parking garages within one block all with greatly discounted evening rates.
Public transit
METRO: Foggy BottomCIRCULATOR BUS: 30th & K Streets NW
Entertainment
Cool Lounge Beats
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Entertainment, Full Bar, Late Night, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 8 people are saying

The Observatory reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

4.1

4.1 based on all time ratings

3.2Food
3.7Service
4.2Ambience
3.6Value

Noise • Energetic

8 Reviews

JS
JulieS
Washington DC10 reviews
4.0
Dined on June 26, 2017
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 5
We had no idea that there was a private event happening at the same time as our reservation. It took over an hour to get our cheese platter. We would have appreciated a heads up on the situation instead of dragging out the food.
1 person found this helpful
VH
VirginiaH
Washington DC1 review
4.0
Dined on June 22, 2017
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Love the view and ambiance!
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IAmOutTonight
Washington DC7 reviews
5.0
Dined on June 20, 2017
1. Overall 5
2. Food 3
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Absolutely divine spot for a drink when you really want to settle in and relax - the mixologist uses fresh squeezed juices and handcrafted concoctions that elevate the cocktails to pure pleasure. Views of Georgetown and down the river are lovely. Bring a hair clip - it can be windy up there!
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OT
OpenTable Diner
Washington DC2 reviews
4.0
Dined on June 17, 2017
1. Overall 4
2. Food 3
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 5
The view, upscale atmosphere and general service was very good. The waitress wasn't as attentive as I would have liked. I had to request napkins and refill on chips for our ceviche and charcuterie plate, yet never received either. I would recommend this rooftop for special occasions and date nights.
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OpenTable Diner
Washington DC2 reviews
1.0
Dined on May 14, 2017
1. Overall 1
2. Food 1
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 1
This was a very negative experience. Clearly watered down drinks. Loud, drunk crowd - a group of whom should have been removed. No knowledge of my booking on OpenTable. Certainly would not recommend or go back. Which is a real pity as it's a lovely space in a nice part of town.
1 person found this helpful
OT
OpenTable Diner
Washington DC2 reviews
5.0
Dined on May 14, 2017
1. Overall 5
2. Food 3
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
Great rooftop bar. Great views and seating. Highly recommend
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OpenTable Diner
Washington DC1 review
1.0
Dined on May 4, 2017
1. Overall 1
2. Food 1
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 1
Upon arriving at this establishment with my reservation, I was promptly shoved out of the way for the arrival of a foreign diplomat to the hotel. I was brusquely informed that the Observatory was now closed, and when I tried asking another question I was waved away and told to leave the premises. I found the entire experience quite unpleasant. If I had only received some form of prior notice of this situation I would not have come in the first place. To have a reservation, arrive at the spot, then immediately be asked to leave without hardly any explanation was not the manner in which I expected to be treated. I wish that this establishment would handle their cancellations with a great amount of more grace.
4 people found this helpful
PG
PeterG
Washington DC2 reviews
4.0
Dined on July 21, 2016
1. Overall 4
2. Food 2
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
I made a reservation thinking this was a dinner spot. But it's actually only for drinks. The view was nice and the sectioned off patio for furniture was cool. Unfortunately my date say in a wet seat, made for an awkward time for her. The dinks are $$$ but on par with the price for DC, I'd say they could do better on their glassware, drinking a $20 margarita out of a plain plastic cup was somewhat underwhelming. Good views, go for a cigar and drink. Good after work place.
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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service, Tapas / Small Plates
Hours of operation
Monday - Friday 4:00pm - close Saturday & Sunday 12:00pm - close
Website
http://www.thegrahamgeorgetown.com/rooftop-bar-and-lounge/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Business Casual
Executive chef
Jose Molina
Catering
Full service catering and event planning available
Private party facilities
Available for private events and large party reservations from 20 guests up to 150

Location
1075 Thomas Jefferson St NW, Washington, DC 20007
Neighborhood
Georgetown
Cross street
M Street NW
Parking details
Discounted Valet Parking $20.00 per car, street parking, three area parking garages within one block all with greatly discounted evening rates.
Public transit
METRO: Foggy BottomCIRCULATOR BUS: 30th & K Streets NW
Entertainment
Cool Lounge Beats
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Entertainment, Full Bar, Late Night, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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