Adam's Mill Bar Grill

by Andrew K.

Definite basic grease pit bar fare and basic beers, but I've had more memorable and good times here than at any other place with 3 stars. Must be something in the ventilation system.

by Ben N.

If you're going out for a night in Adams Morgan in the summer, this is a great place to start.  Reminds me of college dive bars, but in a good way, with a laid-back feel, no pretense, and lots of eye candy.  Last time I went, I started off with a long island, and though it cost $10, it was huge and, um... fortified me enough to bear the longer lines at other places without losing a buzz.   The deck is a great place to drink and people-watch if you can find space.   Very good happy hour specials too.

by Erik B.

Horrible. Two separate 15-20 minute waits at the bar (different spots), and one five minute wait. There is no excuse for that at a bar EVER. I'm not talking about 15 minutes to get to the bar and get my drink, I'm talking about leaning against the wood of the bar for 15 minutes without being served.I know how to make eye contact, and I know how to wave 20s and cards - I've worked behind a bar and I know what works - I never wait more than three minutes at most establishments. I won't go back.(side-note: people were dancing on tables in the back while I was there. Very collegey bar, which I might have liked if I was in the mood for a rowdy night, but I can't ever justify going back)

by Heather G.

Good local bar with a dive like atmosphere. My friend knew one of the bartenders so we never had to wait and the drinks were all reasonably priced which is a huge plus in DC. I never ventured beyond the first floor but will definitely check out the other two floors next time. the DJ played a good mix of new and older stuff and was good with requests. My only complaint is that the dance floor is next to the bathrooms so it smelled like toilet the entire night.

by Farzan K.Usman S.Vonetta Y.Liam D.Brina M.

The night I went there was some weird kickball gathering going on and an open bar.  I was so drunk I ordered 2 drinks, handed the confused bartender my credit card and screamed "KEEP IT OPEN!" as I strutted away.Because that's how I motha fuckin roll.I use to come here when I was younger.. then kinda faded out of it.I actually went back there this past Friday, and to my lovely surprise the outside cash bar was still there. AWESOME!This is the only place in the AM that I know I can walk into and have a beer in my hands in no more than 25seconds from entering the place.I challenge you to find a place faster than this.  It is not grossly over packed like the other places and you can still talk and meet new interesting people.. or interesting enough depending on how much you have been drinking.Hang out by the door between the patio area and the inside area, you will watch people eat it all night long. It is one measly step but the best drunks always forget it. Makes me smile.My friends and I actually stumbled through it again on Saturday night also, and BAM! Still awesome.Thanks for staying classy Adam's Mill.By classy I mean DRUNK."They've fixed this place up," R said as we took a seat at the bar. "It used to be a real shithole."I glanced around. Not a shithole, but certainly not the swank rides I usually go for. But I'm an openminded gal and they had $10 pitchers of Peroni, so I felt a-okay. The bartenders were nice, the beer selection isn't bad, and they do make a pretty good burger (the only thing about that is each topping [ie, cheese, onions, mushrooms] are a dollar more, each, which I felt a little excessive). The beef was done to a nice medium texture, and the sauteed onions and mushrooms were delicious. Ambiance-wise, it was pretty laid back and unpretentious, with one TV over the bar where we were sitting. As we were leaving, a gang of grownup kickball players was filing in, giving me a better idea of the typical crowd. So, overall, I didn't mind Adam's Mill. The only thing that was shithole about it were the bathrooms. I've seen nicer loos in crack houses.Adam's Mill is probably one of the more perfectly placed bars in Adams Morgan simply because it sits at the corner of the start of the strip and has plenty of room out front for people to sit outside on picnic benches and people watch. Plenty of beer on tap and in bottles, two pretty spacious floors with everal flip cup tables tell you about the crowd here - WAKA, WAKA, WAKA, that's Kickball to those who are unfamiliar with the sport. Drinks are cheap enough and although it gets pretty packed here, the place is big enough that it's never too crowded and you can generally find a spot to chill comfortably with some friends. I'm rarely here, but when I am, it's usually a decently good time. One thing I can say is that people tend to be in a pretty good mood here, which isn't a characteristic i notice at a lot of bars - people just seem to have a really good time when they are here, which kinda rubs off, I suppose. My recommendation would be to start your night here with a pitcher or cocktail on the patio and then meander down the drunken road that is 18th st. Don't stop till you're either on the roof at Roxanne, singing karaoke down below it, or smokin' some hookah at the very end of the road.I usually have a pretty good time here.  It was the first bar I hit while walking down the street when I lived in Adams Morgan.  I really enjoy grabbing beer and sitting outside at one of the picnic tables. It is fun to be out there late at night and watch people stumble down the street. The downstairs can get really crowded on the weekends.The other floors can get really hot as other reviewers have noted.

by Liam D.

Adam's Mill is probably one of the more perfectly placed bars in Adams Morgan simply because it sits at the corner of the start of the strip and has plenty of room out front for people to sit outside on picnic benches and people watch. Plenty of beer on tap and in bottles, two pretty spacious floors with everal flip cup tables tell you about the crowd here - WAKA, WAKA, WAKA, that's Kickball to those who are unfamiliar with the sport. Drinks are cheap enough and although it gets pretty packed here, the place is big enough that it's never too crowded and you can generally find a spot to chill comfortably with some friends. I'm rarely here, but when I am, it's usually a decently good time. One thing I can say is that people tend to be in a pretty good mood here, which isn't a characteristic i notice at a lot of bars - people just seem to have a really good time when they are here, which kinda rubs off, I suppose. My recommendation would be to start your night here with a pitcher or cocktail on the patio and then meander down the drunken road that is 18th st. Don't stop till you're either on the roof at Roxanne, singing karaoke down below it, or smokin' some hookah at the very end of the road.

by alexis g.

The downstairs is unappealing on the weekends, unless you like loud, uncomfortable spaces. This bar does have three floors, though, so usually I can escape to higher ground if I end up hanging out here. The only notable thing about Adams Mill is that you can arrange to have your own private party here, even on the weekends. When I did it for one of my friends, we just gave them an approximate number of people and everyone paid $25 to drink all night and eat appetizers. It went on for pretty long, too -- about four hours. We had the top floor reserved, so "unwanted" people couldn't really crash without us noticing. Adams Mill during a private party is exceptional -- otherwise I'd skip it.

by aaron f.

i give this bar 5 stars for a few reasons. first they've helped me throw a fundraiser (with anotherin the works) second i know a bunch of people in adams morgan who are neighborhood patrons there (kinda like cheers i suppose)bartenders have always been pleasant and friendly.. but lets be honest whe its crowded its crowded - they can't sit there and have a conversation with you  - that being said its adams morgan... every place gets packed to the gills on the weekends... you're gonna have to wait in line to get a drink... suck it up. if you want a less crowded bar where you get served within 3 minutes then go to some other part of the city where you aren't shoulder to shoulder with someone.the owner is a nice fella who will help the community and support local activities. (fundraisers and kickball teams) as far as i know he's active in the neighborhood buisnesses as well. which is more than i can say for some of the other establishments who are a bit more stuck up.drinks are more affordable here than most places along the 18th street strip. thats all i gotoh yea i'm willing to put a little extra effort into helping anyone who'll help the community out - not just get rich off of the patrons.. another reason for another star

by Jenn T.

My old stomping grounds when I used to live in Adam's Morgan... The place is like a big college meat market at times, but I love the bartenders and they love me. (HA) Make sure to check it out on Sunday afternoons for their crab feasts - AMAZING.

by Usman S.

I use to come here when I was younger.. then kinda faded out of it.I actually went back there this past Friday, and to my lovely surprise the outside cash bar was still there. AWESOME!This is the only place in the AM that I know I can walk into and have a beer in my hands in no more than 25seconds from entering the place.I challenge you to find a place faster than this.  It is not grossly over packed like the other places and you can still talk and meet new interesting people.. or interesting enough depending on how much you have been drinking.Hang out by the door between the patio area and the inside area, you will watch people eat it all night long. It is one measly step but the best drunks always forget it. Makes me smile.My friends and I actually stumbled through it again on Saturday night also, and BAM! Still awesome.Thanks for staying classy Adam's Mill.By classy I mean DRUNK.