Bar near Nectar?

[sara]

Quick--Anyone know of a bar somewhere very near the GW metro and Nectar where I can meet someone for one drink before dinner? Doesn't have to have good food--convenience is key here. Thanks.

[John W.]

If I was going to Nectar, I would go to Citronelle to have a drink. Within walking distance (a bit far) or a short cab ride. Mark does a killer job with his by the glass program. A little closer Marcel's would suit too, great Belgian beer selection. Everything else to my knowledge is GW bars (see frat boys). Just my opinion.

[vengroff]

Kinkead's is another frat-free option within walking distance.

[John W.]

Frat-free. I like that. Micheal Flynn at Kinkead's also does a great job with his list, but haven't been there recently for a glass.

[Mark Sommelier]

Hit the elegant lobby bar at the Watergate Hotel. Also close is the Library bar at the Melrose Hotel on Pennsylvania Ave, across the street from Marcels. Circle Bistro bar at One Washington Circle Hotel is comfy, too. All within 2 or 3 blocks of Nectar.

[hjshorter]

I second the recommendation for the Watergate bar, and it's a very short walk up New Hampshire Ave to Nectar.

I was sorry to see the Peacock Lounge at the Watergate go a few years ago. Anyone else remember it?

[Mark Sommelier]

I was sorry to see the Peacock Lounge at the Watergate go a few years ago.  Anyone else remember it?

I remember it because I worked at the Watergate from 1984-1991. It closed ages ago.

[5amYan]

I realize this might be a little late... but why not go to the bar at Nectar?

[Mark Sommelier]

I realize this might be a little late... but why not go to the bar at Nectar?

Because the bar at Nectar has only 6 seats. I remember this hotel from years ago when it was called the Intrigue. Small, intimate bar. What could be cooler? The bar at Marcel's is lots of fun, also. Ask for Ramon or Adnan. Tell them Mark sent you.

Edited August 2, 2003 by Mark Sommelier (log)