L'Annexe
✨ Vibe
L’Annexe is a sophisticated, library-inspired retreat in the heart of Georgetown, featuring an elegant zinc-topped bar, a charming petite patio, and a high-energy atmosphere perfect for the neighborhood’s social elite.🍸 Best For
Craft cocktail aficionados, late-night drinks after a show, seasonal celebrations, and upscale group gatherings.🔥 Highlights
- World-Class Mixology: Celebrated as one of DC’s premier cocktail destinations, the menu features incredibly complex, house-made creations like the ube-infused "Are Ube Sakura?" and the "Stumps Still Blossom," a tribute to the city's iconic cherry blossoms.
- Expert-Led Hospitality: The venue is renowned for its welcoming and knowledgeable staff who offer deep expertise in unique spirits like Amari, providing personalized recommendations that elevate the entire experience.
- Refined Culinary Pairings: Complementing the inventive drink list is a menu of gourmet small plates, including standout dishes like goat cheese lollipops, shrimp ceviche, and decadent duck-fat bourbon brownies.
ℹ️ Need to Know
- Reservations are highly recommended, especially on Friday and Saturday nights when the lounge quickly reaches capacity.
- Ideally located for post-theater cocktails, this venue is a favorite stop for those returning from shows at the nearby Kennedy Center.
📰 In the News
Celebrate Cherry Blossom Season at L’Annexe
L'Annexe offers a specialty "Are Ube Sakura?" cocktail featuring a blend of Sakura Gin, sakura syrup, ube, and yuzu. This Japanese-inspired drink was introduced to celebrate the cherry blossom season in Washington D.C.'s Georgetown neighborhood.
The Best Cocktail Bars in D.C.
L'Annexe is a sophisticated Georgetown cocktail bar featuring a library-like atmosphere with a zinc-topped bar, glowing infusions, and a petite patio. The venue offers creative drinks like the 'Leon Thundersnow’s Island Getaway' paired with unique snacks such as duck-fat bourbon brownies.
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L'Annexe is a Georgetown cocktail bar known for creative drinks made with housemade ingredients, such as an espresso martini featuring cinnamon, chocolate bitters, and almond milk. The menu frequently changes to highlight unique flavor combinations, including a strawberry-macerated bourbon paired with white truffle.
New Summer Menu at L’Annexe
L'Annexe features a menu of craft cocktails and small plates, including Burrata Flatbread and Angus Beef Burger Sliders. The Georgetown cocktail bar and restaurant also provides Sunday service from 2 pm to 9 pm.
Stumpy-themed cocktails have arrived in D.C. because of course
L'Annexe in Georgetown features the "Stumps Still Blossom" cocktail, a $22 themed drink inspired by D.C.'s famous "Stumpy" cherry tree. The beverage is crafted with yuzu gin, passion fruit liqueur, pinot noir cordial, rosé vinegar, and chocolate bitters.
Recent Reviews from Google
I enjoyed everything about this bar, the bartenders and wait staff were really kind and welcoming. Providing us with great food/drink recommendations. This is a great spot to go to if you’re in...
Easily one of the best additions to the DC cocktail scene in years. I can usually recreate at home most of the cocktails I try at the majority of cocktail bars, but this spot has some very unique,...
Visited on a Sunday afternoon to try the craft cocktails and small bites. We were seated in the front bar area near the window which was open and nice with lots of table space for a group. The service...
We came pretty early and didn't need a reservation, but it filled up quickly after so I do recommend making a reservation. We had such a fantastic time at this spot on a Friday night! I really...
Went here for drinks and we just asked our waiter to bring us any drinks he recommends to try. It was a pretty busy night and everyone else looked like they were having a good time. It was very loud...
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