Foreign National

A fun little hidden, speakeasy type bar perfect for hanging out with friends. I came here with friends for some after dinner cocktails. There was plenty of seats and we were able to get a table right away. We had some trouble finding the place, as the door is super unassuming. The interior was nicely decorated and had a very classy feeling. The drinks were a little pricey, but we're very strong. As someone who doesn't necessarily enjoy the taste of alcohol, it was a bit much for me. I'm sure if you like the taste of alcohol though it would have been perfect! The drink I got was super cute and such a nice color. I enjoyed my experience here and would probably come back!

Highly recommend - this place is so beautiful and the giant disco ball made the place super fun!We shared the crispy duck rolls and they were delicious - the texture of the rice paper was so good. The drinks were also really great - the descriptions on the menu made it really easy to choose different cocktails!This place is a little bit smaller, so we had to wait around 10-15 minutes, but overall such a great place to grab drinks in Cap Hill!

What a great higher end cocktail bar. Deeeelicious drinks. One of the better sazerac's I have had in or outside of NOLA. Very friendly staff and intimate atmosphere. Cool place to go before show at Paramount or dinner on Cap Hill.

5/5 cocktails - Asian inspired and you can't go wrong with any choice!4/5 ambiance - dark and moody, but small1/5 waiting in the small nook outside the door hahaThe main deterrent is waiting to get in. There isn't much room, so you are either lining up along the side walk or huddled under the 100sq ft around the door (which was unfortunately our case). That being said, the line was shorter, since most people don't enjoy standing in the rain LOL. We still had to wait 40min though with only one other couple ahead of us...If they implemented a wait list system, I'd be more likely to go back more, but it's still a good spot to check out if the line isn't too long and you are flexible on time.

Stopped by Foreign National on a rainy Thursday night so lucked out and walked in and got quickly seated. I've walked on this street so many times but never actually noticed the speakeasy's door. Inside is cozy and quaint with the large disco ball, but the true highlight is the unique Asian inspired menu. I got the Singapore Sling which leans on the sweet-sour side, it was tropical! I also got the Titan which I recommend if you want to try out the Chinese Baijiu. Baijiu by itself is so harsh and I can rarely stomach it but the sour and fresh flavors of the cocktail worked so well with the baijiu! I would recommend Titan if you're willing to try something out of the normal wheelhouse.

Classy speakeasy bar with interesting Asian inspired cocktails. If you enjoy savory cocktails, you'll love this place. Many of the drinks here have elements of umami, saltiness, and spiciness that you won't find at many other bars. The drinks are a bit pricey and the wait to get in can sometimes take a while, but it's worth it for the experience. One drink that I like is the Silk Road. It's basically what you would get if you crossed a tiki bar with Southeast Asia. Strong rum flavored with aromatic curry and lightly sweetened by coconut milk. I usually don't enjoy savory cocktails but this one had a nice balance of sweet and salty and it was extremely unique. What I enjoy about here is that the drinks aren't just sweet, most of them have something that balances the sweetness and adds a depth of flavor. While I can't say that I've enjoyed every drink I've had here, everything is super unique and interesting!

The drinks here are the best! They have something for everyone. Whether you're into staple/simple drinks that are spirit forward or more experimental drinks with savory elements, this is the place to go. The whole theme is using ingredients from around the world so expect to see drinks using a wide variety depending on where they drew inspiration for it. This place is a bit dark and not a first date place because of how close the tables are but a good place in your back pocket for you and a couple friends. Highly recommend this place!

Wow! I didn't know this place was so lauded until after coming, but its accolades it definitely deserves!I came for my birthday on a Tuesday night around 8ish and we just got a spot. After us there was a line. It's a cozy cozy cocktail bar. Dark decor.The drinks run 16-20something dollars so pretty typical for a fancy cocktail bar. We got the fortunes flavor, which was surprising fresh, and the real star of the show is the gourmet fortune cookie. It's so damn buttery.I got the Silk Road which had ginger and coconut milk and was deliciously creamy and spicy. Both had truly unique flavors!I would definitely recommend trying for a unique drink experience. We didn't have a 30 minutes wait but the experience inside would probably be worth it.

Cozy and intimate speakeasy in Capitol Hill! The line can get pretty long and it's an outdoor wait, but sometimes if the line is short they'll let you order drinks at a standing table near the entrance while you wait for some seats to free up. As it's a small venue, it's definitely not great for large groups. However, with the dimly lit interior and plenty of candlelight, it creates a kind of romantic atmosphere and seems perfect for dates! The drinks were fine but nothing memorable that another bar couldn't easily recreate.

The cocktails I experienced here some that I will never forget. Perfectly crafted and paired with an edible garnish that pulled it all together. The Chophouse Old Fashioned was one that I'd come back for time and time again. I also had the Redeye Reprisal and it was fantastic. I had a 3rd drink - Blood Moon Rises (a zero-proof) - that was delicious - and most zero-proofs are hard to do that with. The atmosphere was amazing! Very small space that had an exclusive feel. The music playlist was excellent and really added to the vibe with the giant mirror ball. Food was delicious as well. Highly recommend the cheeseburger bao - and definitely heed the server's warning to cut the top to cool!The mixologists were very friendly and willing to answer any questions. I love to hear the stories behind how a drink was created and how they get the wide variety of flavors. The Chophouse Old Fashioned is one they pre mix, but you would never know. We were told how they let it set with tea in order to not water it down. 10/10 would visit again if in town!