The Lobby Lounge
✨ Vibe
An intimate and sophisticated sanctuary in the heart of Georgetown, featuring deep wood accents, plush oversized seating, and a luxurious ambiance that embodies the legendary Ritz-Carlton "Gold Standard."
🍸 Best For
Romantic date nights, refined evening cocktails, seasonal afternoon tea, and upscale business meetings.
🔥 Highlights
- Seasonal Afternoon Tea: Renowned for its specialty themed services, such as the Cherry Blossom tea featuring custom blends served in traditional Japanese tetsubin cast-iron teapots.
- Curated Bar Bites: A sophisticated menu of elevated comfort food, including fresh salmon sliders, Mediterranean Mezze, and a rich, classic French onion soup.
- World-Class Service: An exceptionally friendly and accommodating staff that goes above and beyond to ensure every guest enjoys a personalized and memorable experience.
ℹ️ Need to Know
- The lounge offers generous evening hours, serving until midnight Sunday through Thursday and until 1 a.m. on Friday and Saturday nights.
- Located within the Ritz-Carlton Georgetown, this is a prime destination for those seeking an exclusive, quiet retreat from the bustling M Street corridor.
📰 In the News
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Lobby Bar offers 'adult happy meals' that include a choice of a burger, chicken sandwich, or nuggets served with fries and a glass of Veuve Clicquot champagne. This $31 special is available at the Capitol Hill location during happy hour from 3 p.m. to 6 p.m. on weekdays.
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Lobby Bar is a New American restaurant in D.C.'s Eastern Market that features an experimental martini menu, local seafood, and a weekend-only prime rib special. The 2,000-square-foot space offers a cozy atmosphere with an 18-seat bar, communal seating, and an outdoor patio directly across from the historic market.
“Lobby Bar Set to Open its Doors on Capitol Hill This Spring”
Lobby Bar is a sophisticated yet welcoming venue on Capitol Hill offering elevated American classics and an innovative cocktail program. The space features a specialized martini menu by Pratt & Standard and sources fresh, seasonal ingredients directly from the neighboring Eastern Market.
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Lobby Bar is a new American restaurant on Capitol Hill’s Barracks Row featuring an 18-seat bar, a specialty martini menu, and an outdoor patio. Located in the former Boxcar Tavern space across from Eastern Market, the venue offers a playful bar program with happy hour and late-night service.
“The Lobby promises an experience of elegance, flavor, and charm.”
The Lobby is an elevated wine and cocktail destination located in the heart of Georgetown at 1660 33rd Street, NW. Featuring a modern bohemian aesthetic, the venue offers handcrafted signature cocktails, a curated global wine selection, and artisanal small bites in a sophisticated, intimate lounge setting.
Recent Reviews from Google
Will and Nancy excellent bartenders. Ritz-Carlton needs to push forward with snacks and bar treats. Ritz-Carlton Georgetown should full service breakfast lunch and dinner service along with full...
I was reading this Huffington Post article about the cherry blossom festival and it mentioned afternoon tea at the Lobby Lounge at the Ritz Carlton. I thought, "Perfect! I love afternoon tea. And what...
Service was a little slow, but everyone was extremely friendly and accommodating. Great wine, food, and atmosphere!
