The Sovereign
✨ Vibe
Tucked away in a charming Georgetown alley, The Sovereign offers a rustic and lively atmosphere that beautifully celebrates the fabled brewing culture and refined bistro traditions of Belgium.
🍸 Best For
Craft beer connoisseurs, sophisticated dates, group celebrations, and upscale weekend brunches.
🔥 Highlights
- World-Class Beer Selection: A masterfully curated beverage program by Greg Engert featuring 50 drafts and over 350 bottles, specializing in rare Lambics and authentic Belgian-style ales.
- Authentic Belgian Cuisine: An ingredient-driven menu showcasing classic regional dishes such as Dutch-style mussels, crispy flammekuchen, and the signature Lapin a la Kriek (rabbit braised in cherry beer).
- Enchanting Ambiance: A rustic-chic interior with a warm, lantern-lit approach that creates a memorable and vibrant setting for dinner or drinks.
ℹ️ Need to Know
- Reservations are recommended for dinner and their popular weekend brunch, which is served Saturdays and Sundays from 11am to 3pm.
- Located on Wisconsin Avenue, the venue is a short distance from Georgetown’s premier shopping and offers nearby parking options off Prospect Street.
🔄 Weekly Events
🧇 Belgian Weekend Brunch
Enjoy a menu defined by classic, ingredient-driven Belgian dishes like Dutch-style mussels and flammekuchen alongside an expansive breadth of Belgian-style ales.
Dinner
Open for Dinner
Recent Reviews from Google
One of the best beer bars in the world. I personally think better than Churchkey especially if you love Lambic. Their selection of specialty beers was huge and fair prices especially considering the...
Made a reservation for brunch on a Sunday before heading to Reagan Airport. The approach to the restaurant is charming with accent lights and lanterns. Upon arrival we were seated at a booth. My...
Lively atmosphere. Rustic ambiance. Service was efficient but lack of warmth. Felt like they were short on service staff on the Saturday we visited. Cocktails were tasty. Food came out fast,...
We stopped in for a quick drink and loved it. Great atmosphere, lively vibe and great staff made this place stand out. We didn’t have time to eat, but definitely will be back to try the menu soon.
The Sovereign was a wonderful surprise. The food, environment, and service were all fantastic—everything came together to make it a memorable evening. We were impressed by the quality and taste across...
