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High above NoMa, SLY is where the city unwinds in style. Perched atop The Morrow Hotel, this rooftop bar by Marcus Samuelsson and Chef Anthony Jones serves up hand-crafted cocktails, great bites, shared plates, and DC skyline views that steal the show. Golden hour hits different up here—come for the food & drinks, stay for the vibe.
Address and Contact Information
Address: 222 M St NE, Washington, DC 20002
Phone: (202) 280-2288
Website: https://marcusdc.com/sly
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Reviews
Ashley C
I spent the weekend at The Morrow Hotel and stopped by Sly Rooftop Bar, located on the penthouse level. The space itself is intimate and relaxed, with a full liquor bar and a more laid-back rooftop vibe than the usual see-and-be-seen scene. I visited during Saturday happy hour from 4–7 pm, and the crowd was surprisingly light, around a dozen guests, which made for a calm and unhurried experience.
We ordered the Angus burger, seasonal ceviche, oysters, and French fries. The burger was the standout. Juicy, well seasoned, and satisfying. The ceviche and fries were flavorful but leaned on the spicy side. The ceviche was described as a blend of three fish, including white fish and salmon, though I can’t recall the third. The oysters were fresh and served with two house sauces. While they were fine, I personally prefer a classic cocktail sauce, and the bases of the sauces weren’t immediately clear.
Service was average. Attentive enough but nothing particularly memorable.
Overall, Sly Rooftop Bar is a solid option if you’re staying at The Morrow Hotel or looking for a quiet rooftop setting. Happy hour offers the best value, as pricing outside of that window feels on the higher side for what’s offered.
… moreWe ordered the Angus burger, seasonal ceviche, oysters, and French fries. The burger was the standout. Juicy, well seasoned, and satisfying. The ceviche and fries were flavorful but leaned on the spicy side. The ceviche was described as a blend of three fish, including white fish and salmon, though I can’t recall the third. The oysters were fresh and served with two house sauces. While they were fine, I personally prefer a classic cocktail sauce, and the bases of the sauces weren’t immediately clear.
Service was average. Attentive enough but nothing particularly memorable.
Overall, Sly Rooftop Bar is a solid option if you’re staying at The Morrow Hotel or looking for a quiet rooftop setting. Happy hour offers the best value, as pricing outside of that window feels on the higher side for what’s offered.
Clara Enninful
Went for brunch and it was a yummy time! Felt like the food was a little over (definitely not a medium steak or soft scrambled eggs and the potatoes were real brown). The chicken and waffles were a little underwhelming. It was 12 noon and there was no bartender so we couldn’t get a drink. The truffle fries were good!
… moreCollette Sayles
I’m a huge fan of Marcus Samuelson so was very excited to check out Sly at the Morrow Hotel…lucky for us my friend Staci snagged a rooftop reservation which only enhanced our experience. We started the evening with Red Line Remedy cocktails, cornbread and ceviche with plantain chips. The ceviche was fresh and acidic but not spicy and they paired perfectly with the plantain chips. The cornbread portion was small for the price and the chive butter was different but it was good and I’d order them again. For my main I had the jerked lamb flatbread and split a farmer’s salad. The flatbread was good but saw pepper and thought it might be spicy…it wasn’t. The salad was really tasty and I enjoyed the vinaigrette but again I think for the price the portion was pretty small. I have to give a special shout out to our server Erika. Her bubbly and personable manner along with knowledge of the menu were the cherry on top to a fun evening out. We also appreciated her checking in after each course and round of cocktails arrived to make sure everything was to our liking. Erika’s off menu bourbon cocktail recommendation turned out to be my favorite!!
Nothing beats great company, conversation, food, cocktails and a gorgeous view so if that’s your vibe I definitely recommend Sly Rooftop Bar.
… moreNothing beats great company, conversation, food, cocktails and a gorgeous view so if that’s your vibe I definitely recommend Sly Rooftop Bar.
Miguel Castaneda
The view was amazing on the patio seating. The fire pits are perfect. Our reservation was taken well on a Friday night 8:45 PM. The steak was cooked. Perfect. The electric slide drink was amazing for a tequila drink. I would definitely come back. I love velvet parking that was available $25 only.
… moreChattiYammi
Sly was our 1st stop in DC. I found out Marcus Samuelson was the owner after dining here and the food choices made more sense as a result. It has American fare food with an African twist and the food is so damn good. Not sure why others have a different experience but everything tried was fabulous, especially the burger and fries. The fries are the best I’ve ever had and that’s saying something (super crispy in the outside and soft/fluffy inside).
The cocktails are a little pricey and not very strong but that is my only qualm. The staff are dressed beautifully; their aprons have a modern African print. We wanted to sit outside but the sun was blazing and unfortunately a storm broke a few of their umbrellas. Overall, a great stop if you’re visiting in DC or are a local. Hopefully, you all like it too!
… moreThe cocktails are a little pricey and not very strong but that is my only qualm. The staff are dressed beautifully; their aprons have a modern African print. We wanted to sit outside but the sun was blazing and unfortunately a storm broke a few of their umbrellas. Overall, a great stop if you’re visiting in DC or are a local. Hopefully, you all like it too!
Imani
We visited around 3:30 PM on a Saturday. My friend and I just wanted drinks and nibbles, and it wasn’t too busy since they were switching from brunch to dinner. We grabbed a cozy couch table, and the servers were really friendly.
We started with truffle fries (so good we had seconds), and my friend got what they call the Electric Sly, a passion fruit blanco and mezcal spicy margarita that was a hit. I went for a Paper Plane first to see how they handled the classics. Later, I ordered a gimlet (not sweet, just how I like it), and two more friends joined us since they lived nearby. One of them tried the Electric Sly too, and the other had a Golden Spritz.
Now, the jerk lamb flatbread I got looked great but didn’t taste like jerk at all. There was no spice, just sweet, like it was tossed in browning and honey. A bit disappointing on that front. But the Afrobeat music and the view were fantastic.
… moreWe started with truffle fries (so good we had seconds), and my friend got what they call the Electric Sly, a passion fruit blanco and mezcal spicy margarita that was a hit. I went for a Paper Plane first to see how they handled the classics. Later, I ordered a gimlet (not sweet, just how I like it), and two more friends joined us since they lived nearby. One of them tried the Electric Sly too, and the other had a Golden Spritz.
Now, the jerk lamb flatbread I got looked great but didn’t taste like jerk at all. There was no spice, just sweet, like it was tossed in browning and honey. A bit disappointing on that front. But the Afrobeat music and the view were fantastic.
Carolyn Tang Kmet
Absolutely beautiful space and the service is wonderful. The mocktail was very refreshing and perfect for a hot day. The food was hit or miss though. The crab cakes were delicious, perfectly fried with great texture. Meaty, not mealy. The shrimp cocktail was beautiful and nicely seasoned. The tuna tartare was under seasoned and served on a stale tostada that detracted from the dish. The mushroom flatbread was beautiful and had great topping to crust ratio, but was so salty, I felt there was still a film on my tongue after we left. Maybe it was the sauce? I don’t know. The waiter was great though, and also pointed out that gratuity is automatically added, even though there were only two of us. Service was fast and efficient.
… moreDanielle
I enjoyed my time on the rooftop of the Morrow hotel. The space itself is open and inviting and the outdoor patio has cool views of Union Station and some of the other great hallmarks of DC. The Jerk Lamb Flatbread was the star of the show. The lamb was perfectly cooked and the seasoning was amazing. It certainly had some heat but the other toppings on the flatbread helped to cool it off with more amazing flavors. The oysters are only two dollars on happy hour which is a good price point but not the best oysters. I also didn’t like Slys version of the mignonette, would have rather just had some cocktail sauce over their version. The Doro Wat empanadas weren’t as flavorful as I thought they were gonna be but the sauce that comes with it was pretty good. The drinks were decent. I would come back solely for the flatbread and the views. The staff were very nice and helpful.
… moreKC Campbell
Beautiful views and amazing vibes. Perfect place to gather and watch the sunset, meet for drinks, or just relax. Make a reservation if you’d like an outdoor area with a fire pit!
… moreMyla Williams
This was the perfect Rooftop Bar! The service was super quick and the food was perfect for a quick meal or dinner. The Drinks were great as well. Lilo was our server and she was the best. Definitely ask for her if you dine!
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