LYDIA ON H
✨ Vibe
Lydia on H is a vibrant, two-level Afro-Caribbean sanctuary that blends soulful 90s R&B rhythms with stunning Black art and an electric Atlas District energy.🍸 Best For
Tropical rum cocktails, late-night happy hours, lively karaoke sessions, and authentic Afro-Caribbean date nights.🔥 Highlights
- Authentic Malawian-Inspired Cuisine: Savor a menu curated by Chef Victor Chizinga featuring standout dishes like slow-cooked oxtail, flavorful jollof rice, and some of the best beef patties in the District.
- Exclusive Speakeasy Experience: Home to Vic’s Speakeasy, an upscale, members-only hidden gem that exclusively showcases spirits and wines from Black-owned brands.
- Dynamic Entertainment & Space: Explore a diverse layout including a bamboo-lined bar, a second-floor jazz lounge, and a tropical-themed patio perfect for themed nights like Taco Tuesday and Ladies' Night.
ℹ️ Need to Know
- Check out their popular happy hour and rewards system for excellent value on premium cocktails and Caribbean-inspired bites.
- The venue transitions into a high-energy lounge late at night, making it an ideal spot for those looking to pair a full dinner with a lively party atmosphere.
📰 In the News
You Must Make Six Figures to Get Into This Afro-Caribbean Restaurant's Members-Only "Speakeasy"
LYDIA ON H features an exclusive, members-only speakeasy called Vic's Speakeasy, which requires a minimum six-figure income and a monthly membership fee for access. The hidden space exclusively serves spirits, beers, and wines from Black-owned brands, complementing the main restaurant's menu of Afro-Caribbean and Malawian-inspired cuisine.
Lydia on H Adds Afro-Caribbean Flair to the Tip of the Strip
Lydia on H is an Afro-Caribbean restaurant and lounge in Washington D.C.'s H Street NE corridor, founded by Malawian chef Victor Chizinga. The two-level space features a menu of oxtail, jerk chicken, and Malawian specialties alongside a cocktail program focused on rum and Black-owned spirits. The venue also includes a second-floor jazz lounge, a hidden speakeasy, and a planned tropical-themed patio.
Lydia On H Heats Up Atlas Restaurant Scene
Lydia on H is an African-Caribbean dining destination in the Atlas District led by Malawian chef and owner Victor Chizinga. The menu features authentic dishes like masamba, curried cabbage, and braised oxtail with joloff rice, complemented by a bamboo-lined bar serving tropical cocktails.
Recent Reviews from Google
Stopped by for Taco Tuesday. Great music. Good service. Themed nights (e.g. karaoke, ladies night) and happy hour. They also have a good rewards system, earned $6 off next visit. Even though I'm...
First time at Lydia on H St thanks and I have to say, the food was good, the service was better. Jay was incredibly attentive, offering great recommendations and was genuinely kind and respectful...
Went here for a night out with friends and had an amazing time! The atmosphere was electric, great vibes, great music, and even better food. I ordered the oxtail dinner, and wow… it was absolutely...
The food was absolutely amazing, I had the Oxtails with Cabbage and Jollof rice and Mac and Cheese. The oxtails were slow cooked to perfection and the Cabbage was well seasoned , the Jollof rice was a...
I was in the mood for Caribbean food and I’m so glad I went to Lydia On H. I got the oxtails. So good! So much food I couldn’t even finish. I loved the atmosphere. The music was 90s and early 2000s...
