Hush Harbor — Restaurant in Washington

I hardly get to visit DC, so I was excited when my cousins recommended we stop at Hill Prince after a show we attended at the Kennedy Center. Rock Harper, who is also responsible for my favorite gem Queen Mothers in Arlington, owns this establishment. This is worth mentioning because Rock is an incredible chef and I remember unexpectedly meeting him during my first visit to Queen Mothers years ago. During a random lunch stop, I ordered that infamous chicken sandwich and was soon greeted by him halfway through my meal. I knew who he was in an instant and felt honored he took the time to make sure my food turned around great.

The atmosphere of Hill Prince was smooth and welcoming. I shouldn’t have been surprised when I saw Rock behind the bar working, but it added a nice humble touch to the service. The drink menu was filled with a variety of different mixes. My cousin recommended the “Bees Knees”. I tend to avoid Gin on any given basis but my cousin told me I wouldn’t be disappointed. After screaming along to my favorite songs from the concert we had just left, this drink was refreshing and perfect. I would order it as my primary drink whenever I return.

There is a beautiful outdoor courtyard towards the back when you walk past the bar area. It was raining during my visit, so we headed upstairs to an intimate sitting area that was perfect to be able to converse with my family and enjoy my drink. A few minutes later, I saw Rock peek in to (what I assume) check in on how we were enjoying the drinks he made. He nodded and smiled when saw us chatting and it made me remember the first interaction I had with him at Queen Mothers.

I’m a bit disappointed to learn after the fact that there’s also an Old Bay Popcorn feature on the menu as those are 2 of my most favorite things combined. However, I now have something to look forward to for next time. This did not disappoint and I enjoyed my visit at...

Good People!! The Good People of @queenmothersdc have a friendly neighborhood bar!! Good drinks,Good times, & Cheers!! GET THERE!! HOLD UP!! Guess who I’m with…. @tastetheblessings @brunchwithcee @theskinnifoodwhore @thepickyramenlover @munchtravelouge @adorkabdherfork @sip_eat_sip @danigirl_living @cousinkim_ @typicalblaqueen @rockharper . Where I am: @hillprincebar . Location Reviewed: 1337 H St., N.E. Washington D.C. . Menu Includes: Food coming soon Craft Cocktails, Mocktails, Wine, & Beer!! . Items Reviewed: Their Cinnamon Crisp Mocktail (With a cedars crisp, Cranberry, Honey, cinnamon $7). STAMP!! Refreshing, sharp, but sweet!!

Their Fall Roots (with Root beer liqueur, cedars crisp, & powdered sugar $7).STAMP!! A pungent root beer!! Tasty!!

Their Rum Runner (with light, & dark rum, banana, pineapple, & berry liquor, Aperol, & spiced grenadine $13). STAMP!! Fragrant, sweet, & strong!!

Their Margarita Sipper (with tequila, lime, lemon, Grand Marnier, & Orange liquor $14). STAMP!! Citrusy, strong…this will get you THERE!!

Their Sweet Baby Jesus Beer (from the Port of Maryland $8). DECENT. Dark, heavy, & bitter.

Their Brown Derby (with bourbon, grapefruit, & vanilla honey $14). STAMP!! Light, strong, & aromatic!!

Their Aperol Spritz (wine based with bitters $12). STAMP!! Light, bitter, & sparkly!! . Customer Service: On Point . Online Navigation: Easy . Parking: Rough. . Recommendations: Everything STAMPED!! . Music: YouTube: Backyard Band 4-12-01

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Beautiful space — redone with tall exposed wood ceilings and brick, great open space, a fully redone upstairs level, a back courtyard with seating, and, a personal favorite, another back building with bench seating and jumbo-sized bar games (Jenga, connect four). Excellent spot for a weekday beer with ample space for you and your friends, and even when it’s packed the layered layout leaves room to spread out.

Bartenders are friendly and helpful, owner (Tony) is a very cool dude. They had Yuengling and Bell’s Two Hearted on draft, pricing was exactly what you’d expect for DC. For all the space you get access to throughout the three levels and back game-room, drink pricing is a deal.

Don’t be turned off by the required proof of vaccination —it’s reasonable, quick and low key. Just bring a picture or some type of confirmation that you’ve been vaccinated. They checked upon entry. I had a picture of my vaccination card and that was fine — it’s easy if you have it pulled up when you walk in.

Lots of scooters around here, and there’s a capital bike share dock one block away which is convenient. Plenty of space in the back game room to sit down and eat if you have takeout. Unexpectedly had one of my best nights out in DC at Hill Prince hanging in the game room.

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