Round Robin Bar

It was still snowing pretty heavily after our tea at the Willard so my bestie and I decided to saddle up for a proper meal and find her a new, rich husband at this schmancy, historic hotel bar.Sadly we did not find rich husband (I was instructed that they are at Joe's Prime) but we did get a really nice, comforting meal! The actual bar is round as it's name suggests and is really lively around happy hour time. We sadly could not get a seat but were able to snag a back room table.It took a very long time before we were able to get a server but this only allowed us to whet our appetite. The cold weather had us craving a bowl of classic French onion soup and they delivered with all of the cheese pulls. So flavorful and perfect. We also got a steak frites to share, and while we were not expecting much for a bar bite ... were really impressed with the perfectly cooked tender steak, yummy crunchy fries, and all that pan sauce to sop everything up.I didn't grab a cocktail because I needed my senses to navigate home, but was really impressed with their very long cocktail and wine list.

The bar is a beautiful fixture inside the Willard Hotel. It is worth seeing when the place isn't busy. We decided to grab drinks during the holidays, when everyone else had the same idea. The place was packed with guests enjoying holiday parties and stopping by because The Willard is so beautiful.Luckily, we were able to find a table down the hall, with more room. We could also hear ourselves. It is the "bar overflow" area. The menu has so many options that it looks like a photo album. Our group enjoyed drinks and conversation. Service was understandably slow and we didn't mind. If you are in a hurry, you might want to visit another restaurant inside the hotel or walk around the corner. Old Ebbitt Grille has three bars. Hotel Washington has plenty of room, even with holiday parties. The mint julips cost more than parking. The yummy Willard hot chocolate was only $5. We didn't feel rushed. Our bartender did a decent job of keeping up with a party of eight. The Willard is plush, upscale and expensive. For planning purposes, make sure you have a parking/uber plan when events change traffic patterns. The White House is across the street. Any security measures can affect your trip.

Expensive drinks. Delicious craft cocktails. Attentive service. No matter though, this historic place is a fun location to gather at the end of a work day and take in the bustle of the work crowd getting their libations on after a day at the office.I savored a few drinks, had great conversation with people and even some non local elected public servants at the bar. All in all, a must do while in DC.

Great service but the prices are a bit crazy. $36.45 for one drink and tip. The location was beautiful and very well decorated.

This is a historic bar located in the beautiful Willard hotel and I wish I enjoyed it more than I did. The bar experience was nothing too special, the service both times were especially slow and when it gets crowded, it can feel so compact. The drinks were okay, my friend got a martini that was pretty standard and I got a mocktail that didn't blow me away.In terms of food, my best recommendation would be to get the mussels. They are abundant for what you're getting and the presentation is great. We got the garlic butter version which were soaked in butter. I also tried the lobster roll which was a little fishy and was carried by the avocado in it.

This place is great when it's not packed. It can be a very loud bar. Drinks are great when it's not slammed. Otherwise it's average when it's super busy and I would not order a craft cocktail since it's so rushed. They have a great bourbon and wine list.

Round bar and Ebbitts are the two must visits in DC. Packed bar. We waited a bit for seats to open at the bar and enjoyed their barrel Negronis and old fashioned. Drinks are about $35. Expensive but a cool stop for a lot of DC history.

First time at the Round Robin Bar and it did not disappoint. After starting with the cheese board, we had a crab roll, French Onion Soup and a crab cake. The crab roll was excellent and overloaded with crab meat. The bottom of the roll was lined with slices of avocado. Was truly fantastic. My wife really enjoyed the French onion soup and the crab cake. Our waitress was very attentive and helpful. Can't wait to return. Great spot to hit if pre show if your heading to the National Theatre.

Cool bar in DC. Cocktails a bit pricey but expected since it was at the Willard hotel next to White House. BF enjoyed the Martini

I wish I could say I had a better time the other night at this beautiful, historic bar. Unfortunately, the service was pretty bad. We sat at a table off the main bar, and we somehow had five different servers who all had no idea what the others were doing. We were repeatedly asked if we had ordered, if we were waiting on anything, or if we needed help. For such a nice bar, it was strange that they had such inconsistent and inefficient service. Luckily the food was delicious. The coconut curry mussels were innovative and delicious, and the chicken dish was cooked beautifully. It's also impossible to write about anything in the Willard without mentioning the expansive history of the hotel and its bar. I would try the Round Robin Bar another time, but probably just for drinks and I would keep my expectations low.