Port City Brewing Company claims the title for the oldest packaging brewing company in the DC area. You may wonder, what's there secret behind being successful for all these years? Some may claim its the legendary hopzooka, a piece of machinery created by the brewery's brewmaster that allows hops to be added to beer without ever being exposed to oxygen. You can spot this piece of magical beer machinery on a tour of the brewery, or simply enjoy the results of such a creation when you sip on one of the brewery's many hop-tastic beers. Just be sure to look for the pineapple on top of the Port City Brewing Company sign - this spiky fruit signifies that the brewery is open.
Located in a gigantic warehouse with a military history, the Old Bust Head Brewing Company brews upto 10,000 barrels of beer every year. From guided tours that end in a sample tasting session at their very own taproom to a host of brewery events that include fun trivia nights, food truck visits and some epic nights of live music, this brewery is creating ripples in Fauquier County. If you still haven't had your share of beer love, fill up some growlers or take home some of their craft brews by the case or in a six-pack format. Brewery tours are conducted from Wednesday to Friday at 5p, on Saturday at 2p, 4p and 6p, and on Sunday at 1p and 3p.
The Old 690 Brewing Company located in Loudoun County is a farm brewery that manufactures high-quality craft beer. Drive to this scenic locale and sample some of their unique brews, including seasonal ales. The tasting room is open to public on Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays where you can sample their exceptional beers with food from nearby truck vendors.
An elegant cocktail bar, Denson Liquor Bar is quite popular with the locals. It serves a variety of cocktails and libations at reasonable prices, that are known for their strong taste. The most popular pones are the Emerson with notes of gin and maraschino and the Henry L. Marshall containing dark rum, dram and lemon. Food is served here as well. Visit here during the happy hours to avail some amazing discounts.
A rustic bistro, offering a contemporary American creations, Brookland's Finest Bar and Kitchen has managed to make its mark in the culinary world with its seasonally-inspired menu crafted by award-wining chefs. A fine selection of brunch, sandwiches, entrees, small plates, soups, salads and sides feature on the ever-changing menu. Decadent beignets, cannoli, blood orange creme brulee and dark chocolate cake add the ideal finishing touch to a satisfying meal. The bistro's well-stocked bar menu offers the perfect thirst quenchers for a wholesome experience. Moderately-priced, the restaurant serves as an excellent venue for casual dining with family and friends.
Yet another bar to join the bandwagon of Dew Drop Inn's across the United States, this Washington DC watering hole prides itself on being a classic travelers pub. The Dew Drop Inn is built into an old industrial building that was earlier riddled with stone masonry workers. Today, it offers some of the city's lesser-known views such as the CSX, Marc and DC Metro tracks. A small bar bites menu with old-school favorites such as BLT, Pulled Pork, Burritos and other sandwiches makes for good company while gulping down cold beers. Happy hour makes this a budget stopover, and DJ nights on the weekends keep the fire burning.