Sly Rooftop Bar
✨ Vibe
Located atop the Morrow Hotel in NoMa, this sultry rooftop sanctuary blends panoramic U.S. Capitol views with vibrant jewel-toned decor and a high-energy Afrobeat soundtrack.
🍸 Best For
Sunset cocktails, upscale group celebrations, stylish date nights, and global fusion foodies.
🔥 Highlights
- Signature Samuelsson Menu: Helmed by celebrity chef Marcus Samuelsson, the kitchen serves inventive "African-twist" plates like doro wat empanadas, fresh ceviche with plantain chips, and some of the most celebrated crispy fries in the District.
- 360-Degree Vistas: The expansive outdoor patio features plush lounge seating and cozy fire pits, offering an unpretentious yet sophisticated setting to take in unobstructed views of the Washington skyline.
- Bold Mixology: The bar program shines with creative cocktails like the "Electric Sly"—a spicy passion fruit and mezcal margarita—alongside berbere-spiced specialties and a curated sparkling wine selection.
ℹ️ Need to Know
- Secure a reservation in advance to snag a coveted patio table for the sunset, and take advantage of the convenient valet parking for a seamless arrival.
- Visit during the popular weekday happy hour to enjoy discounted fresh oysters and sparkling wine in the heart of the Union Market District.
📰 In the News
This Iron Chef Has Just Opened A New Rooftop Bar In DC Just In Time For Summer
Sly Rooftop Bar has opened in Washington D.C., featuring a concept led by a celebrated Iron Chef. The venue offers elevated cocktails and seasonal bites in an upscale rooftop setting designed for the summer season.
A Taste of 'Sly' by Marcus Samuelsson
Sly Rooftop Bar, located atop The Morrow Hotel in NoMa, offers hand-crafted cocktails, seasonal seafood, and panoramic views of the Washington D.C. skyline. Created by Marcus Samuelsson and Chef Anthony Jones, the venue provides a stylish atmosphere for golden hour drinks and dining.
Recent Reviews from Google
I’m a huge fan of Marcus Samuelson so was very excited to check out Sly at the Morrow Hotel…lucky for us my friend Staci snagged a rooftop reservation which only enhanced our experience. We started...
The view was amazing on the patio seating. The fire pits are perfect. Our reservation was taken well on a Friday night 8:45 PM. The steak was cooked. Perfect. The electric slide drink was amazing for...
Sly was our 1st stop in DC. I found out Marcus Samuelson was the owner after dining here and the food choices made more sense as a result. It has American fare food with an African twist and the food...
Absolutely beautiful space and the service is wonderful. The mocktail was very refreshing and perfect for a hot day. The food was hit or miss though. The crab cakes were delicious, perfectly fried...
We visited around 3:30 PM on a Saturday. My friend and I just wanted drinks and nibbles, and it wasn’t too busy since they were switching from brunch to dinner. We grabbed a cozy couch table, and the...
