Vagabond Bar and Kitchen
Category: Rooftop Bars, Gastropubs, Happy Hour Spots
Neighborhood: Adams Morgan
Price:
Address: 1836 18th St NW, Washington, DC 20009, United States
✨ Vibe
Vagabond is a vibrant, globally-inspired surf oasis in Adams Morgan featuring a breezy open-air rooftop and a high-energy, social atmosphere.
🍸 Best For
Rooftop cocktails, lively weekend brunches, value-driven happy hours, and group meetups.
🔥 Highlights
- The stunning "Swell Season" rooftop bar provides an energetic open-air setting perfect for enjoying drinks with friendly, fast-paced service.
- The menu features standout global comfort food, including umami-rich sliders and crispy yucca fries that offer high-quality flavor at an approachable price point.
- A premier brunch destination known for 10-out-of-10 cocktails and fluffy Pura Vida eggs, making it a top choice for large parties and weekend celebrations.
ℹ️ Need to Know
- Enjoy a rare Sunday happy hour or book reservations for parties of up to 12 through Resy to secure your spot.
- The kitchen stays active late into the night, with the venue remaining open until 2:00 AM on Fridays and Saturdays.
🔄 Weekly Events
Brunch 🥂
A surf-inspired brunch menu. Reservations are available online for parties of up to 12 guests.
Swell Season 🌊
A seasonal menu featuring food, drinks, and vibes from global surf destinations.
Swell Season Menu 🌊
Experience food, drinks, and vibes from favorite surf destinations around the world through our current seasonal menu.
Happy Hour
Enjoy special Happy Hour menus featuring drinks and food inspired by global surf destinations.
📰 In the News
Already-Hurting D.C. Restaurants and Bars Need This Shutdown to Stop
Vagabond Bar and Kitchen beverage director Gio Maramis provides insight into the severe economic pressure D.C. restaurants are facing during the October 2025 government shutdown. He notes that the current climate is particularly difficult as many establishments were already struggling with sluggish sales and thin margins prior to the federal furlough.
Get Your Vote In! Alexandria Restaurant Vies for 'Best Brunch'
Vagabond Bar and Kitchen was named a finalist for 'Favorite Gathering Place of the Year' in the 2025 RAMMYS Awards & Gala. Recognized by the Restaurant Association Metropolitan Washington, the venue was highlighted as one of the region’s premier social hubs and community dining destinations.
Rammys Celebrate ‘Talent, Resilience’ and Great Food
Vagabond Bar and Kitchen was named a finalist for "Favorite Gathering Place of the Year" in the 2025 Rammy Awards. This recognition by the Restaurant Association Metropolitan Washington highlights the venue as one of the premier social spots in the D.C. area.
A Beach-Themed Rooftop Bar and Restaurant Breezes Into Dupont Circle
Vagabond is a beach-themed restaurant and bar in Dupont Circle featuring global coastal cuisine, wood-fired dishes, and tropical cocktails. The venue includes a rooftop dining area and a basement speakeasy inspired by Patrick Swayze films like Point Break and Road House.
DC’s Newest Restaurant and Bar Is a Beachy Ode to Great Vacations—and Patrick Swayze
Vagabond is a travel-inspired restaurant and bar in DC's Dupont Circle neighborhood that features a menu of global flavors, seafood, and tropical cocktails. The venue includes a downstairs speakeasy called Swayze’s, which pays tribute to actor Patrick Swayze with themed drinks and nostalgic decor.
Recent Reviews from Google
Vagabond has an upstairs open air bar. The bartenders are friendly and energetic. Especially when it's happy hour and packed and they still manage to get your drinks in a timely fashion is great. The...
This restaurant is so cute! I love the little rooftop! it’s such a vibe. The food was delicious and the drinks were top-notch. I also love that they have happy hour on Sundays. The only downside was...
Stopped in here for a bite to eat and a drink. I sat at the bar and George was the bartender. I was also introduced to Kiehl. The food, drink and staff were amazing and very welcoming. As a tourist,...
This was a good priced breakfast brunch spot. 4.5/5 scrambled eggs, Pura Vida. The potatoes were soft, almost like a mash, and the eggs are really fluffy with great fresh vegetables. 5/5 The...
My friends and I came for brunch and had an awesome time. We were a large party of 10 and the servers were super nice and attentive. Food was ok. Mimosas and cocktails were 10 out of 10. We had a nice...
