“這是一個small, laid-back, dark, no-frill, straight-forward beer and shot kind of bar with friendly bartenders and locals alike. Just the way I like my bar after a busy night at The Source. They also feature authentic tacos from Impala on Tuesdays. Ask for my girl, Kate." – Woong Chang, The Source

“They have the best wallpaper in a bar. No drama. You better walk [up] to the bartender knowing what you want and having cash and ID in your hand.” – Juan Coronado, Minibar

"I really like Art & Soul. They do excellent craft cocktails and their bartenders are really friendly. One of the bartenders in particular, Ronnie, makes a great old-fashioned. He does it the traditional way and it's not too sweet, which is right up my alley."— Phil Anova, Mandu

“My hidden bar gem is not physically hidden, in fact it's in the middle of a market, but they have more than great food there. I love Rappahannock Oyster Bar first of all for the champagne and caviar – I mean, a girl's got to eat – but also for the on-point cocktails and great people watching.” – Alexandra Bookless, The Passenger

“Adorned with original paintings of Honest Abe, a grand copper-pennied mosaic floor and old Mason jars displayed as lighting, Lincoln is my favorite go-to place for a refreshing cocktail. My favorite is their Moscow Mule, a vodka based classic with fresh lime and ginger beer served in an antique style copper cup that keeps it nice and cold.”– Shiloh Corcel, The Graham Georgetown

“My reason for loving 2 Birds 1 Stone is the underground atmosphere, modern decor, great bartenders, and innovative drinks. They will happily make things off the menu if you give them some direction.” – Jamie Hess, (soon-to-open) Ivy And Coney

“As a gin fan, it has over 50 different choices – the best selection in the city. The bartenders there are knowledgeable about gin and really friendly, so it makes trying new things fun. Nobody seems to know much about it...the bar always has a seat open!” — Adam Fry, Kangaroo Boxing Club

“Something about fall weather and I just want to live inside Pilar. The cozy in-your-living-room atmosphere coupled by the Earnest Hemingway theme...I could sit at Pilar on a rainy Sunday with a deck of cards and a good group of friends for hours. Great cocktails and the food is always creative and spot-on.”– Kirsten Dobson, Dacha Beer Garden