Vue at Hotel Washington

T Howard★★★★★★★★★★4.0a month ago

We enjoyed the view at Vue Rooftop. The food was good which included the parmesan fries, crab cakes, home made bread and chicken. Portions were small for the price but quality was excellent. Be prepared, they tack on a mandatory 20% service charge. Seemed like a great place for a drink but compared to some of the other restaurants we went I'd prefer to eat elsewhere.

Jacqueline Flemming★★★★★★★★★★5.0a week ago

We had an amazing time at VUE! Gemaine was an excellent bartender and took great care of my husband and I. Manny was a great server and helped us have a perfectly coursed dinner. We visited multiple times during our stay and will definitely be back! Highly recommend VUE!

DC HiddenGem★★★★★★★★★★5.02 months ago

From the moment you walk through the door, VUE is doing something right. The floral arch at the entrance alone stopped me in my tracks a massive hot pink and orange blooms cascading floor to ceiling. It sets the tone immediately: this place is intentional about its aesthetic and it shows. The interior does not disappoint. The living flower wall with the neon VUE logo, the moody dark walls, the arched doorways, the ginkgo leaf metal wall art, every corner is a take my picture moment. The bar area ceiling is draped in cherry blossoms this time of year? Genuinely stunning. The “Sky’s the Limit at VUE” neon installation with the dark botanical backdrop hit differently dramatic, immersive, and very DC energy. The yogurt bowl with fresh berries, granola, and honey was beautiful and actually delicious. Presentation was on point, served gold bowl that fit the whole aesthetic perfectly. VUE understands the assignment. Great for brunch, date night, or honestly just to walk through and feel like you’re somewhere special. A true DC hidden gem. 🌸

Better Living★★★★★★★★★★5.02 months ago

This place is consistently ranked as one of the best rooftops in DC and after one visit we get it completely. We booked around 6pm so we could take our time with drinks and appetizers before sunset and that timing was perfect. The rooftop was buzzing, packed with energy, the kind of place where you actually feel like you’re somewhere. Definitely not a spot to show up without a reservation, especially during cherry blossom season. The view is honestly hard to overhype. The Washington Monument is directly in front of you, the White House off to the right, and once the sky starts changing colors the whole city looks unreal. It is one of those places where the view alone could carry the experience, but the food was incredible too. Every dish surprised us in a good way, more layered and thoughtful than expected. The Yellowfin Tuna Crudo was fresh and clean. The Coastal Fritto with shrimp and calamari and Calabrian chili mayo was perfectly fried and addictive. The Crispy Branzino came out with crackling skin in a light citrusy broth and was really well done. The standout was the 48 Hour Smoked Short Rib. Deep flavor, fork tender, and everything on the plate worked together. Easily the best dish of the night. Dessert is not optional here. The VXB Chocolate Bar is decadent and full of rich textures. Cocktails are a strong point too. We both got the Power to the Peaches and it is easy to see why it is a staple. Light, refreshing, and works with everything. Start there. Service matched the setting. We were greeted right away and given a table with a perfect view. Multiple staff checked in throughout the night and every recommendation we followed landed. Overall this is one of those rare spots where the vibe and the food both justify the hype. Come for the view, enjoy the food, and stay for the vibe.

Beth Keller★★★★★★★★★★5.04 months ago

Excellent service from the moment we arrived, throughout the evening, and upon leaving. The views are stunning with the West facing windows for sunsets over the Northwest portion of the mall and White House. The staff was helpful in welcoming me and my foldable electric scooter with helmet - in DC this valet makes a difference! The waitstaff was attentive and knowledgeable about the food and cocktails. Our party of 6 enjoyed shrimp +calamari, fried chicken oysters, goat cheese croquettes and the yucca truffle fries. For dinner we had adobo chicken, mushroom pasta, burger, branzino, and raw oysters. We nearly tried the entire menu, and everything was delicious and perfectly prepared. The craft cocktails were prepared with care and fresh ingredients. The staff even brought a birthday celebration cake slice at the end!