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Policy Restaurant & Lounge

Policy Restaurant & Lounge

(Now Closed)
Lounge and Tapas Restaurant$$$$
U-Street, Washington
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  • Colette S.
    Colette SaylesJanuary 2, 2014
    I was going to say the filet mignon special was amazing and a must have...and then I had the shrimp and polenta....soooo good, one of the best things I've eaten in awhile. Skip the mac and cheese
  • Anna J.
    Anna JohnJune 2, 2012
    Been here 5+ times
    The "Pearfect Martini" (Grey Goose Pear , Orchard Pear Cordial, St. Germaine, Champagne) was beautifully crafted. Very light + delicious. Highly recommend. Great DJs, too. Loved the old skool hip-hop.
  • Raj S.heart icon on user image
    Raj S.April 3, 2011
    This place is incredible. Get the Thai shrimp, hangar steak, tuna tartare. Get the rum old fashioned to compliment it. Then head upstairs for some dancing. One of my favorite spots in DC.
  • Becca M.
    Becca McSweeneyJuly 21, 2013
    There is a great amazon local deal going on right now for this place. We loved every dish we tried. Especially like how vegan & gluten free friendly they are
  • Shikha B.
    Shikha BhatnagarAugust 29, 2012
    Pretty good brunch, but found the dark lounge decor & cramped booths not so appealing on a sunny Sunday morning. French toast benedict was delish, but may require an extra 2 hrs at gym afterwards!
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    InternsROCK!May 31, 2013
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  • Dara F.
    Dara FisherDecember 26, 2012
    Yes, the DJs here change the music every thirty seconds, but it's a fun place to go dancing with a great, graffiti-y vibe.
  • Miriam W.
    Miriam WolkDecember 9, 2010
    Amazing waitstaff - very knowledgeable about the menu. Get the sweet potato gnocchi, beets and chocolate waffle if any of these three dishes are on the menu when you dine there.
  • DC Vegetarian
    DC VegetarianJuly 27, 2013
    Truffle fries at happy hour are pretty good. Sadly neither the lentils nor the green beans are vegetarian, and the black bean hummus is disappointing.
  • Katherine K.
    Brussels sprouts! One of the few places on 14th you can usually sneak into on a weekend evening
  • Elizabeth B.
    Elizabeth BennettApril 21, 2013
    Perfect brunch portions. Get the short rib hash and truffle grits as a side.
  • Mike C.
    Mike CarterOctober 12, 2010
    Try the Mission Fig Salad, the duck confit, and the sweet potato gnocchi....also the Moscow Mule and Hemingway Daquiri rocked! My wife loved the Cosmo-policy!
  • Raj S.heart icon on user image
    Raj S.November 30, 2014
    Friendly staff. Awesome place for dancing and great cocktails.
  • Tim H.heart icon on user image
    Tim HyooeeedeweylouieMay 18, 2012
    Been here 5+ times
    Great DJ on Fri. & Sat. Nights upstairs but get in the door before 11pm to make it worth it. Otherwise wait gets loooong.
  • Tanner S.heart icon on user image
    Tanner SMarch 16, 2013
    Be sure to check out the dance floor upstairs after dinner. Awesome DJ's and awesome vibe!
  • Alicia H.
    Alicia H.October 30, 2013
    Quaint lounge right off of U St. The happy hour specials are decent and the drinks pack a punch.
  • Jesse B R.
    Jesse B RauchFebruary 15, 2012
    Been here 10+ times
    Come in on Wednesday nights and 7:00pm for District Karaoke - D.C.'s only social, team-based karaoke league. www.districtkaraoke.com
  • Just W.
    Just WhitkinJuly 7, 2013
    Bottle service is worth it. No tanks, cut off tees, or sandals - damn shame. Fun playlist on weekends.
  • Stephanie O.
    Stephanie ObedMarch 12, 2012
    Been here 10+ times
    Sweet happy hour (especially the one that runs all night on Mondays) and an awesome staff!
  • Alex G.
    Alex GOctober 27, 2013
    This place is so much fun! The 90's and 2000's music wasn't really doing it for me though.
  • Tanner S.heart icon on user image
    Tanner SMarch 16, 2013
    Get the brussel sprouts! Delish
  • Darlene P.
    Darlene PowellJune 3, 2012
    Try the Asiago And Truffle Grits - Mmmmmmm. Perfect companion for the Mussels!!
  • Leigh J.
    Leigh J HJanuary 8, 2012
    Ryan is the best server ever. Seriously. Don't even let anyone else serve you, as you will not get the experience you deserve.
  • Caitlin S.
    Caitlin SchiavoniApril 8, 2012
    Been here 25+ times
    Kerri is the best bartender in DC, possibly on the planet. Shower her with tips please!
  • Ellen S.heart icon on user image
    Ellen S. P.September 8, 2014
    Been here 50+ times
    1/2 price bottles of wine in Wednesday nights downstairs.
  • Cori Sue
    Cori SueAugust 26, 2011
    Been here 10+ times
    Chef Brian's brunch is spectacular, definitely order the beignets and have a Bloody Mary!
  • J E.
    J ElleAugust 11, 2013
    Make sure to get the truffle grits! To die for...
  • Chelsea M.heart icon on user image
    Chelsea MulzacJuly 6, 2012
    I loved the shrimp polenta!!!!
  • Jason A.
    Jason AMarch 30, 2013
    I like the decor - it's sort of a goth diner motif.
  • Bravo
    BravoNovember 29, 2010
    Great energy, innovative cocktails, great place to unwind. -Tamesha Warren, Top Chef
  • Cori Sue
    Cori SueAugust 26, 2011
    Been here 10+ times
    $5 small plates happy hour lasts until 8 pm. Menu items vary by season. Truffle fries for the win.
  • Rebecca M.
    Rebecca M.November 18, 2012
    The bartenders are nice and make a delicious Moscow Mule!
  • Ama K.
    Ama KyekyeOctober 21, 2012
    Shrimp and grits! Yummy! Minus ham. Still tres delicieux!
  • Darlene P.
    Darlene PowellJune 3, 2012
    Try the Lunenburg Sausage & Mussels - In-freakin-crediable
  • Kelsey H.
    Kelsey HAugust 10, 2012
    Old friends, drinks, nice atmosphere, and food; I enjoyed myself:)
  • Annie F.heart icon on user image
    Annie FosterOctober 29, 2014
    Great steak and eggs for brunch
  • Natalie S.
    Natalie SaythMarch 30, 2013
    Green beans are far too soy saucy but cooked very nicely!
  • Anamarie
    AnamarieDecember 6, 2012
    Awesome and great service!
  • Jules B.
    Jules BuiNovember 21, 2013
    Excellent food and service
  • Darlene P.
    Darlene PowellJune 3, 2012
    Try the Breakfast Skillet - AMAZING.
  • Womply
    WomplyMarch 24, 2012
    Policy has partnered with Womply to offer $18 cash back after 3 visits Read more
  • Kristin D.
    Kristin DonesJune 26, 2010
    Great happy hour scene! Food was on point...especially the tuna tartar!
  • Sherrie B.
    Sherrie BakshiMay 17, 2010
    Love love love this place. Great scene, fabulous food and delicious cosmos!
  • Jim M.
    Jim MaloneOctober 3, 2010
    Been here 5+ times
    The '(Hendricks) Gin and (cucumber) juice' is phenomenal
  • Vanessa F.
    Vanessa FrenchJune 8, 2010
    Great place for an event. Loved the outdoor deck area.
  • The P.
    The ProfessorMarch 25, 2012
    Happy HourMON-all night at the bar5PM - 8PM TU-FRI 5PM - 7PM SAT
  • Daveheart icon on user image
    DaveOctober 27, 2015
    Sick DJ on Saturday nights
  • Raphael D.heart icon on user image
    Raphael David "Rico"May 18, 2012
    Been here 100+ times
    Duck salad to die for
  • Tony B.
    Tony BowlesOctober 20, 2010
    Hip place. Had a good time. Great food and drinks.
  • T.A. T.
    T.A. ThomassonMarch 7, 2012
    Everything was delicious!!!
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