Charles L.
9/8/2025
The cocktails push the boundaries of your palate and senses with a playful yet sophisticated twist. One standout from the new menu is the Black Broadway cocktail, which masterfully balances...
Allegory
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1201 K St NW
Washington, DC 20005
Allegory (50 Best Bars in North America and James Beard Semi-Finalists) is the first bar to blend art, advocacy, and forward-thinking cocktails. Allegory is nestled behind the Progress Library inside the new Eaton Hotel. Allegory was inspired by and named after the stunning, one-of-a-kind painting that spans the bar. Local DC artist Eric Thor Samberg tells the moving tale of a young Ruby Bridges, a legendary civil rights leader, but through the eyes of Alice in Wonderland, Through the Looking Glass. Recent, Allegory was bestowed the 50 Best Bars in North America Best Cocktail Menu Award for their cocktail menu “Down the Rabbit Hole,” a menu that was designed by the bar team that dives deep into the story of Alice in Wonderland told through the eyes of civil rights pioneer Ruby Bridges.
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4.0228 reviews
Donyiel C.
12/9/2025
A friend and I stopped by late on a Friday night and there was a 30 minute wait. They don't accept reservations so it's first come, first serve. Be prepared for a wait. You scan the QR code and...
Mellanie F.
9/24/2025
Want amazing craft cocktails? Allegory. Looking for a quick, tasty (but not heavy) bite? Allegory (prices are a bit high). From the moment I walked in, it felt like stepping into another world....
Kumar J.
12/13/2025
Fantastic atmosphere - very plush. The theme is so mind bending and the menu involves a narrative. Great drinks and nosh. The staff was super nice and knowledgeable about Ruby Bridges.
Kyle W.
8/4/2025
This is a highly acclaimed bar that has earned a spot in the Top 50 Best Bars North America. I went here on a Saturday around 6pm and it was fairly busy, but I got seated in a few minutes after...
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