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Welcome to Smoke & Mirrors! We are a casual elegant social experience serving tapas style dishes envisioned to be shared. Our cocktail program features original craft recipes and modern twists on classics. Join us for a beautiful sunset view of our Nation’s Capitol. We strongly encourage reservations as our walk-in space is limited.
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Address: 867 New Jersey Ave SE, Washington, DC 20003
Phone: (202) 984-2474
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Reviews
Neil Vora
Smoke & Mirrors in DC is an absolute gem! From the moment we walked in, the vibrant rooftop vibe and stunning views set the perfect tone for a memorable night. The service was outstanding—attentive, friendly, and genuinely enthusiastic without being overbearing. Our server made spot-on recommendations and kept everything flowing smoothly.
The old fashions were perfection: perfectly balanced, strong but smooth, with just the right smoky depth and a beautiful orange peel garnish. Hands down one of the best I’ve had in the city. And don’t sleep on the flatbread pizza—the crust was crisp yet chewy, topped with fresh ingredients and bold flavors that hit all the right notes.
Whether you’re grabbing drinks with friends or enjoying a date night, Smoke & Mirrors delivers on atmosphere, quality, and hospitality. Already planning my next visit!
… moreThe old fashions were perfection: perfectly balanced, strong but smooth, with just the right smoky depth and a beautiful orange peel garnish. Hands down one of the best I’ve had in the city. And don’t sleep on the flatbread pizza—the crust was crisp yet chewy, topped with fresh ingredients and bold flavors that hit all the right notes.
Whether you’re grabbing drinks with friends or enjoying a date night, Smoke & Mirrors delivers on atmosphere, quality, and hospitality. Already planning my next visit!
Brian “Tally Man” Tally
Alan and James are great! These true professionals definitely know how to treat their guests, from hospitality to the impeccable drinks that they take a ton of pride in making. On top of excellent bar service this beautiful, one of a kind establishment serves delicious food in a one of a kind setting overlooking our nations capital! Absolutely beautiful and what an experience! Thank you Alan and James for making my stay memorable! Semper Fidelis!
… moreTALIA FOSTER
The restaurant has a nice atmosphere with dim lighting and a relaxed vibe. I visited during the colder months, but I’d definitely recommend going in the summer to enjoy their outdoor seating—it’s much nicer than the indoor space (which isn’t bad, just not as much of a vibe).
I went for a calm girls’ night and birthday dinner. The service was fine, and the food was good, but everything is very overpriced. While the dishes taste great, the portion sizes compared to the price feel a bit disconnected. One nice touch is that they offer a free drink if you’re celebrating a birthday.
Overall, my experience was okay. It’s not a place I’d go to often, but if you’re looking for something semi-elevated for a friend outing or a small, intimate gathering, it could work. That said, nothing really stood out—it was just okay.
… moreI went for a calm girls’ night and birthday dinner. The service was fine, and the food was good, but everything is very overpriced. While the dishes taste great, the portion sizes compared to the price feel a bit disconnected. One nice touch is that they offer a free drink if you’re celebrating a birthday.
Overall, my experience was okay. It’s not a place I’d go to often, but if you’re looking for something semi-elevated for a friend outing or a small, intimate gathering, it could work. That said, nothing really stood out—it was just okay.
Noreen Qamar
Smoke & Mirrors is the rooftop where the lighting is so flattering it should come with a liability waiver. I arrived fashionably late — because punctuality is for people who don’t understand the power of an entrance — My party of 4 arrived on time and Stephen had already taken charge like a man negotiating peace treaties between nations. He had the table, the drinks, the vibe, and the room under control. Honestly, if he ever takes a break from being a sommelier, he could run any operation with the exact finesse he uses when judging a vintage. And, he does already. My fellow wine explorer
Trina? Oh, she wasn’t just sitting — she was curating the atmosphere. Elegant, unbothered, and carrying herself like someone whose silence says more than most people’s speeches. She’s the soft luxury type: poised, polished, and giving “I only deal in quality.” No chaos. No noise. No insecurities. Just standards & shear respect.
Then there’s John — my French gentleman. He doesn’t just accompany me; he presents me. My seat on his right was waiting like a reserved throne, just as it is everywhere we go, and he makes sure I’m admired like an art piece, noticed, and treated like rooftop royalty. Chivalry might be on life support elsewhere, but with him, it’s alive, dipped in cologne, and whispering in French.
Gina, meanwhile, was spiritually astral-projecting from Thailand — sending voice notes from beaches, jungles, who-knows-where, adding international spice to the night. She may be halfway around the world, but trust me, her commentary entered the chat.
And then we have Sabrina.
Our server.
Our queen.
Our rooftop MVP.
This woman juggled a full rooftop, our energy, and my grand late entrance with the grace of someone who deserves hazard pay AND a trophy. If she ran for office, I’d vote.
The drinks? Smooth enough to make you honest, strong enough to keep you interesting. And the men ordered two bottles of Sauvignon Blanc for the table — simply because they could. After that, the night didn’t just continue… it became endless.
The food? Chic little portions perfect for people who talk more than they chew. We ordered Brussels sprouts, truffle fries, and a crab dip
The vibe? Cinematic. Moody. Sexy.
The kind of ambiance that turns a night out into an autobiographical chapter.
And let’s be clear — this is NOT a place for small talk.
This is where we dissect LIFE like scholars with better hair:
ambition and elevation
love, healing, boundaries
cultural opinions with spice
psychological analysis that would scare therapists
global updates thanks to Thailand Gina
tasteful shade sprinkled like garnish
Smoke & Mirrors isn’t just a rooftop — it’s a stage for people with presence.
✔️A headquarters for high standards.
✔️A sanctuary for elegance with attitude.
✔️A lounge for the gifted and the dramatic.
And trust me…
we’ll be back. Rooftops like this can only hope for a guest list like ours. ❤️
… moreTrina? Oh, she wasn’t just sitting — she was curating the atmosphere. Elegant, unbothered, and carrying herself like someone whose silence says more than most people’s speeches. She’s the soft luxury type: poised, polished, and giving “I only deal in quality.” No chaos. No noise. No insecurities. Just standards & shear respect.
Then there’s John — my French gentleman. He doesn’t just accompany me; he presents me. My seat on his right was waiting like a reserved throne, just as it is everywhere we go, and he makes sure I’m admired like an art piece, noticed, and treated like rooftop royalty. Chivalry might be on life support elsewhere, but with him, it’s alive, dipped in cologne, and whispering in French.
Gina, meanwhile, was spiritually astral-projecting from Thailand — sending voice notes from beaches, jungles, who-knows-where, adding international spice to the night. She may be halfway around the world, but trust me, her commentary entered the chat.
And then we have Sabrina.
Our server.
Our queen.
Our rooftop MVP.
This woman juggled a full rooftop, our energy, and my grand late entrance with the grace of someone who deserves hazard pay AND a trophy. If she ran for office, I’d vote.
The drinks? Smooth enough to make you honest, strong enough to keep you interesting. And the men ordered two bottles of Sauvignon Blanc for the table — simply because they could. After that, the night didn’t just continue… it became endless.
The food? Chic little portions perfect for people who talk more than they chew. We ordered Brussels sprouts, truffle fries, and a crab dip
The vibe? Cinematic. Moody. Sexy.
The kind of ambiance that turns a night out into an autobiographical chapter.
And let’s be clear — this is NOT a place for small talk.
This is where we dissect LIFE like scholars with better hair:
ambition and elevation
love, healing, boundaries
cultural opinions with spice
psychological analysis that would scare therapists
global updates thanks to Thailand Gina
tasteful shade sprinkled like garnish
Smoke & Mirrors isn’t just a rooftop — it’s a stage for people with presence.
✔️A headquarters for high standards.
✔️A sanctuary for elegance with attitude.
✔️A lounge for the gifted and the dramatic.
And trust me…
we’ll be back. Rooftops like this can only hope for a guest list like ours. ❤️
Latrika Woods
The views at Smoke & Mirrors are definitely five stars, but unfortunately, the customer service leaves much to be desired. This is the main reason I cannot rate this place five stars solely based on the view. There are many other rooftop restaurants and lounges in the DMV area with far better service.
We decided to visit Smoke & Mirrors for the first time last Friday (August 22nd). The weather was perfect, and when we arrived, it wasn’t too busy. We were seated quickly, but we waited quite a while before our waiter finally approached us. My boyfriend inquired about the specialty drinks, but the waiter simply told us to check the menu. When I asked which tequilas they offered, he was unaware. We also asked if he could recommend any starters, but he didn’t suggest anything. The interaction felt awkward, as if we were interrupting his break. We quickly began to regret our decision to dine here and wished we had chosen another restaurant.
On a positive note, the food was delicious. We started with the crab dip and lamb skewers, both of which were so generous in portion that we ended up taking our entrees to go. The starters were fantastic, and we were glad we chose them. For our entrees, we both ordered the Mexican kale Caesar salad with added seafood and chicken, which we enjoyed later at home.
While the food and ambiance were amazing, the poor service is the reason I’m hesitant to return. After dropping off the check and processing our payment, the waiter approached us twice to remind us to sign the receipt, which frustrated both of us. It seemed like he was more interested in ensuring a tip than providing good service. I left a tip of 15%, but I would have given my usual amount if the service had been better. We noticed him doing the same at another table.
Smoke & Mirrors has the potential to be one of the hottest spots to enjoy when the weather is nice, but unless we’re served by someone else, we won’t be coming back.
… moreWe decided to visit Smoke & Mirrors for the first time last Friday (August 22nd). The weather was perfect, and when we arrived, it wasn’t too busy. We were seated quickly, but we waited quite a while before our waiter finally approached us. My boyfriend inquired about the specialty drinks, but the waiter simply told us to check the menu. When I asked which tequilas they offered, he was unaware. We also asked if he could recommend any starters, but he didn’t suggest anything. The interaction felt awkward, as if we were interrupting his break. We quickly began to regret our decision to dine here and wished we had chosen another restaurant.
On a positive note, the food was delicious. We started with the crab dip and lamb skewers, both of which were so generous in portion that we ended up taking our entrees to go. The starters were fantastic, and we were glad we chose them. For our entrees, we both ordered the Mexican kale Caesar salad with added seafood and chicken, which we enjoyed later at home.
While the food and ambiance were amazing, the poor service is the reason I’m hesitant to return. After dropping off the check and processing our payment, the waiter approached us twice to remind us to sign the receipt, which frustrated both of us. It seemed like he was more interested in ensuring a tip than providing good service. I left a tip of 15%, but I would have given my usual amount if the service had been better. We noticed him doing the same at another table.
Smoke & Mirrors has the potential to be one of the hottest spots to enjoy when the weather is nice, but unless we’re served by someone else, we won’t be coming back.
Lilibeth Serrano
✨ Smoke & Mirrors: A Rooftop Gem with One Quirk
This spot nails the ambiance—elevated views, sleek vibes, and flavors that impress. But here’s the catch: if you arrive for happy hour without a reservation, you’ll likely be seated along the perimeter of the rooftop terrace, where waiter service doesn’t extend. That means trekking indoors to order, which slightly dampens the mood for an otherwise upscale experience.
That said, the drinks I tried from the HH menu were absolute standouts:
Rum for the Sun – Bacardi, RumHaven, lime, pineapple, ube syrup ($12)
Monroe’s Love Letter – Smoke Lab Vodka, Italicus Liqueur, spiced cranberry, lime ($11)
The space is clean, safe, and fun, with a respectful and professional staff. I’d love to see them extend table service to all guests—banana seats included—for a truly seamless rooftop experience.
… moreThis spot nails the ambiance—elevated views, sleek vibes, and flavors that impress. But here’s the catch: if you arrive for happy hour without a reservation, you’ll likely be seated along the perimeter of the rooftop terrace, where waiter service doesn’t extend. That means trekking indoors to order, which slightly dampens the mood for an otherwise upscale experience.
That said, the drinks I tried from the HH menu were absolute standouts:
Rum for the Sun – Bacardi, RumHaven, lime, pineapple, ube syrup ($12)
Monroe’s Love Letter – Smoke Lab Vodka, Italicus Liqueur, spiced cranberry, lime ($11)
The space is clean, safe, and fun, with a respectful and professional staff. I’d love to see them extend table service to all guests—banana seats included—for a truly seamless rooftop experience.
Tia Rochelle
This place is located on a busy street on top of the AC Hotel but parking is a pain as they don’t have valet or a designated lot so be prepared to walk. The elevator goes to the top floor & you exit into the restaurant with nearly panoramic views of the city. The decor and aesthetic here is TOP NOTCH! Definitely grown & sophisticated vibes & the music is one of the best playlists I’ve heard! The only thing was the food which was a bit of a let down. We had lamb skewers which were barely edible but the short ribs were PHENOMENAL; it was just a really small serving. This is random but the chairs are also kind of low so it might be a bit uncomfortable if you’re taller. Overall, I would recommend!
… moreRicky Wavy
I really wanted to enjoy this place because the view is genuinely amazing, but the overall experience was honestly terrible.
When I first walked in, I only ordered a single shot at the bar since I was waiting for my party to arrive. After I closed my tab, the bartender made a snide comment to another bartender about people “just walking in to buy one shot and leave.” Even if it was meant jokingly, it felt unprofessional and unnecessarily belittling.
Once my group arrived, we waited quite a while before anyone took our order. The menu itself felt pretty limited, but we ordered anyway since we were already hungry. When our food finally came out, the server with long dreads accidentally let one of her dreads fall directly into my fry basket. By that point I was starving, so I just avoided the fries entirely.
The burger I ordered was just okay nothing special and honestly pretty lackluster. My friend had it worse: their chicken dish arrived somewhat undercooked, and they ended up having to send it back and order something else entirely.
Between the questionable service, the disappointing food, and the overall lack of care in the dining experience, the view was the only good thing about this place. Unfortunately, the view alone isn’t enough to make me want to return.
… moreWhen I first walked in, I only ordered a single shot at the bar since I was waiting for my party to arrive. After I closed my tab, the bartender made a snide comment to another bartender about people “just walking in to buy one shot and leave.” Even if it was meant jokingly, it felt unprofessional and unnecessarily belittling.
Once my group arrived, we waited quite a while before anyone took our order. The menu itself felt pretty limited, but we ordered anyway since we were already hungry. When our food finally came out, the server with long dreads accidentally let one of her dreads fall directly into my fry basket. By that point I was starving, so I just avoided the fries entirely.
The burger I ordered was just okay nothing special and honestly pretty lackluster. My friend had it worse: their chicken dish arrived somewhat undercooked, and they ended up having to send it back and order something else entirely.
Between the questionable service, the disappointing food, and the overall lack of care in the dining experience, the view was the only good thing about this place. Unfortunately, the view alone isn’t enough to make me want to return.
Tania Weatherington
As all the reviews note – the view from the rooftop at Smoke & Mirrors is stunning!! I doubt there’s another rooftop that will give you such a beautiful panoramic view of the Capitol Building… And that’s definitely the comparative advantage that the venue has above a lot of other rooftops.
The decor is also stunning – both with the dining options inside and outside, each table has great personality and is trendy and comfortable!!
Unfortunately, in my opinion the brunch menu is extremely limited. For an establishment that is as exclusive as this – there should be way more options offered at brunch, and for the menu options that they do have… In my opinion, there’s much room for improvement. For example, the chicken and waffles which I ordered came with chicken tenders and not the option for white or dark meat.
Their lunch and dinner menus had options which seem much more appetising, but of course – we couldn’t order from those menus.
Overall the service was good, after asking 3 times for slices of lemon for the water at the table – I walked to the bar myself to get them ☺️. Would I go back – yes, for drinks and for the view.
Hopefully in time the brunch, lunch and dinner menus get a revisited and expanded!!! Aside from that, it’s overall great vibes .
… moreThe decor is also stunning – both with the dining options inside and outside, each table has great personality and is trendy and comfortable!!
Unfortunately, in my opinion the brunch menu is extremely limited. For an establishment that is as exclusive as this – there should be way more options offered at brunch, and for the menu options that they do have… In my opinion, there’s much room for improvement. For example, the chicken and waffles which I ordered came with chicken tenders and not the option for white or dark meat.
Their lunch and dinner menus had options which seem much more appetising, but of course – we couldn’t order from those menus.
Overall the service was good, after asking 3 times for slices of lemon for the water at the table – I walked to the bar myself to get them ☺️. Would I go back – yes, for drinks and for the view.
Hopefully in time the brunch, lunch and dinner menus get a revisited and expanded!!! Aside from that, it’s overall great vibes .
Lawan Spinks
Mothers Day Brunch was fabulous. Decor is beautiful. Bathroom was clean and different. Food was really good. We had French toast, waffles, grits, bfast potatoes and those mumbo wings were amazing. We had drinks that were good as well. There is street parking and also valet parking. Our service was a little slow,, but the good tasting food made up for it. Def will be back soon.
… more