Langston Bar & Grille 1831 Benning Road Northeast, Washington, District of Columbia 20002

"This tiny little bar that could. Years ago, the very enthusiastic family run bar was the place to be. Time and apathy have taken its toll. But the neighborhood won't allow this bar to close. Pored drinks are excellent depending on the one bartender mix drink knowledge fade fast. The kitchen had closed for the day but has a tradition of great food."

"This place is black owned and with that being said a rare jewel in DC! It has great drinks and the food is a drinkers paradise. This place is vertically integrated (owns the building) and one of the only spots without gentrification in DC. The bartender lover is the greatest bartender they have here. Every Wednesday they have a cigar pairing... I'll be back!!! This is my new sport. By the way, the mixed selection of music from jazz to R&B is superb!!! Love the energy in here. Even Mr. Tony who is a regular who sells cigars. JUST COME HERE!!!"

"Where do I start. The bartenders are super friendly. It goes downhill from there. I had to change my order three times because the kitchen was out off almost everything. They were out of chicken wings for goodness sakes. I ordered a mixed drink and had the same problem. They did not have the liquor they needed. If I went back I would stick to beer and snacks. Do not go expecting a full meal."

"I’ve been here three times. The have decent happy hour specials. But Overall, I didn’t like my food. Tried the jerk wings, crab cake and The oxtail dinner. The oxtails were $26 total, which is crazy overpriced. My food looked nothing like the dish online. It also didn’t taste well. When I had the jerk chicken it wasn’t good either. I wanted to support throw place because it’s black owned but they really have to step up their service and the quality and consistency of their food."

"Went here on Saturday. The food and staff was excellent. Usif our waiter was great and very tentative. We ordered the Fried chicken wings, oxtails and salmon and grits. Best salmon cakes and grits I ever tasted. We were just in awe on how great all the food was that we asked to meet the chef to tell her personally and thank her for such a wonderful meal. We will definitely be coming back here. Truly a hidden gem!!"