The Elroy

Ok I know its a bar, and I didn’t actually partake in a drink, but from my 3 friends who were, they said the drinks were strong (and these guys are DRINKERS), so well worth the buck. We stumbled upon this place while barhopping on H St bc one of my friends had been here before and liked the live music they used to have on Fridays (It was Saturday when we went though). It’s not a full full bar, but they had the essentials, as in, there aren’t 10 different vodkas or rums for you to choose from.
I actually ordered the hookah, not sure how long they’ve been doing it for, but a nice spot a few blocks closer to home than Nomad if the craving strikes me. The staff were all nice and although it was early in the night, place wasn’t packed like sardines so it was enjoyable. The hookah guy also told us they are adding in heat lamps on the back patio and opening the patios for the summer, as well (I guess its a new addition to the place). Will definitely be back!

Love this place! My favorite level is the 2^nd Floor and they play a good mix of ol’ school hip hop! The drinks are also really tasty. I finally found a really nice bar on H Street with a great vibe! The bartenders are also really nice and make really good drinks!

Cool place to kick back and relax. Mellow vibe and great drinks. The 2^nd floor and the patio are my favorite places to lounge.

Went here for a birthday party and I had a blast. The Dj Tommy Style did his thing he had music for everybody. The staff was very friendly and accommodating. It’s a good chill out spot to hang out in.

Interesting atmosphere. Nice to move off of H street sometimes… but not quite worth the cross over the star-​burst that is between H and Benning Road. Go see for yourself and support local business.

I LOVE THIS PLACE, while in the DC area my family which there is a lot of us ventured in here on a Saturday night and the drinks were good and the music was GREAT, its is now a go to spot for me as well the bartender/​owner was very kind and helpful as well as not being bad on the eyes lol but now when in the area I will stop by just to have a drink and listen to good music

This has become my go-​to spot! I have always received excellent service! The owner & every bartender are friendly and make you feel welcome. It’s by far my favorite place to hang on H Street!

My new go to spot for a easy, casual night out on H Street. I invited a bunch of friends to come by the Elroy for my birthday last month. The physical space is narrow but they have 2 levels so its easy to spread out on a good night. When I got there, the 2 floor was closed. I talked to the manager, and he was soooo accommodating. I told him I’d invited about 20 people and he was more than happy to let us have free reign of the top level, it was like having my own private party room.
The drinks were great and they have plenty of small plates to choose from so that we had food to nibble on.
I’m definitely going back! Especially when its warm and the back patio is open.

The bathroom has a TV so you won’t miss a thing… friendly service and a great addition to this end of the H St juggernaut.

I feel bad about not giving a higher star rating, but there were too many minuses today. I will go back because I don’t think the place was firing on all cylinders and I like that the Elroy is pioneering a new holdfast on the end of h st.
So why 2 stars? Because the bar was open, but locked. Then we walk in and it is a bar without a bartender: I ask if they have a cocktail menu and the poor guy behind the bar says the bartender isn’t there, and he can’t make any of the drinks, so don’t order any. Ok. Desperate times call for PBR in a can and the cider on tap.
I can forgive lack of bartending skills but please check up on your customers at least once in the hour plus they are there. We might want another or we might want the check. And after putting cash down, we might need change. Just maybe. Minus minus.
I am also sympathetic to TVs, but a non-​sports bar kills the vibe with the game on loud. Music would be better.

My husband and I popped in here for a quick drink before dinner on a Friday night. We were able to get seats at the bar and were helped immediately. The bartender was awesome! We ordered two speciality cocktails and both were exceptionally good. My husband ordered the Astro, which was a little too strong for his taste, but I thought it was great. I ordered a cosmo of some sort that was delicious as well. We’ll be back to try more cocktails and maybe check out their appetizers.

Dropped in here randomly a few weeks ago while visiting DC. The music was a bit loud, but the service was reliable and the bartender’s suggestion to get the wings was on point. Great wings, good company, newly-​built interior. Seems like it’d be a good spot to drop in for a quick drink and some bar grub.

FINALLY! Something to join the lonely Argonaut on the 1400 block of H Street. The Elroy has low-​key bar/​lounge vibe and is set in a two-​story townhouse complete with deck out back. They were playing cool jazz and R&B on the sound system the night I stopped by (a Saturday). The clientele seemed pretty well-​dressed for H Street. Maybe it was because of the live music act getting ready to play upstairs.
In addition to a full bar, they have three drafts including Alagash White and Angry Orchard Cider (whatever happened to Woodchuck?). The kitchen in the rear is open and TINY, with only a convection oven, but apparently they are able to turn out everything from chicken wings to ribs and stuffed clams. And of course there’s a huge painting of its famous namesake, Elroy Jetson, in the back.

The Elroy is new to the H Street family and it’s the perfect addition! It’s not a huge bar/​lounge, but it’s a perfect place to enjoy some great cocktails and just unwind!
They participated in our Neighborfood event on H Street, and everyone kept raving about their delicious stuffed clams. So many people flocked to The Elroy that they ran out of stuffed clams, only to wow the guests with their spare ribs!
I got to attend the grand opening event and it was really nice! A lot of influential people in DC seemed to be in the building, everyone was dressed nice, and the drinks were flowing!
Their outdoor patio is probably my favorite thing about the The Elroy (besides The Elroy drink itself… definitely ask for one of those). There is more space to relax and unwind under the setting sun and gentle summer breeze, all while sipping on your favorite cocktail.
They even have LIVE Jazz on Wednesday nights now!

Very friendly bartender. Small establishment, but very comfortable and inviting. Drinks are prepared very well. Their food menu is quite limited, appetizers only. The ribs were GREAT; the wings not so much (steamed rather than baked). Will go back; but not for food!

The Elroy just opened up on May 25^th, and still smelled new when we went for drinks for a friend’s birthday on the 28^th. Yes, a bar smelled NEW. Crazy huh?
Anyway, they still had some kinks to iron out such as stocking the bar upstairs and taking the price tag off the grill they bought at Home Depot. The Elroy definitely shows promise.
Similar to other places on H, there are two levels and a back deck that is fenced in. There is a bar on both floors, but the first floor one is more substantial. Drinks were average priced, but came in those slanty glasses, so be forewarned that if you’re not used to them, you will spill. (You’ll see what I mean).
Upstairs there are a few padded benches along the wall and drink tables and chairs to accomodate groups. Hopefully they’ve put up a curtain or something to block the direct in-​your-​face beams from the street light outside.
The coolest thing though? When you’re in the bathroom on the second floor, it’s one way glass, so you can see out, but people can’t see in with normal lighting conditions.