The Dabney Cellar

This cozy underground bar was a delightful choice for a weekday happy hour. The decor and vibe was dimly lit, warm and comfortable. The drinks were delicious, as were the oysters and the happy hour appetizers. Everything tasted fresh and so good. I highly recommend this to anyone looking for a solid drink/snack spot in Shaw.

Fantastic waitress and very sweet atmosphere. The cheeses we had were amazing - if they have the ricotta on the snack menu GET IT!! It’s a very intimate and fun vibe, and my friend said the oysters were delicious. Great selection, helpful staff.

Incredible ambiance, a very intimate and romantic space tucked away under an easily overlooked narrow set of stairs. Perfect for dates. Incredible selection of wine and delicious snacks. Can’t wait to return.

Excellently curated by-the-glass list. Bottle list is even better. Tasty small bites. Excellent place to wait out a Blagden Alley reservation or just to have a glass of wine (or two).

Girls' wine night done right. Gorgeous space, great music. Champagne, wine, and charcuterie all presented without flaw.

The Dabney Cellar saved our night after a sad experience at our previous destination. The cocktails are well balanced and inventive, the wine list ‘takes you places’. The exquisite bar bites are creative riffs on familiar dishes. The atmosphere is intimate yet lively. And the bartender, servers and kitchen staff are knowledgeable, friendly and genuine.

Pulling open the door with the Dabney leaf sign to this underground wine bar, it opens up to a cozy and warm space of deliciousness. The service style is pretty much consistent with the restaurant: non-assuming, down-to-earth but attentive, knowledgeable and welcoming. The waitresses always take the time to explain the wines to you; they listen to what you like about wine, offer to bring samples, and there are half glasses. The intriguing snacks/meat/cheese menu adds to this excellent experience.

Chef Langhorne has done a great job with the Cellar. Wonderful wine selection, with bottles under $50, and great rotating food options. Some favorites included the buttermilk dressing with fresh carrots as well as the ham choices. Service is what you would expect upstairs at a Michelin started restaurant, with a more casual and cozy vibe! Cant wait to come back!

Cozy and comfortable atmosphere. Friendly wait staff. Various local oysters with tasty cocktails to wash them down. I recommend going on a calm evening to have an experience similar to ours.

The coolest vibe. Felt like a speakeasy without the pretentiousness. Servers super nice, efficient, friendly, professional. Chef super friendly. I would love to rent this place out and have a party. Well done.

On a weekend expect the Cellar to become crowded early due to great menu and ambiance. Seating is open and reservations are not available. Wait staff was helpful and charming. Can become quite loud when crowded.

Incredible little underground bar with great food choices including amazing oysters. Only wish they had a bit better of a beer selection.. but over all epic.

Champagne and oysters! Great beverage list and other super tasty bites. Warm, knowledgeable staff. We can't wait to back.

Very nice space. Great food, great service. Bartender was knowledgeable both about their menu and wine/spirits and all in all was a fantastic experience

Great wine and cheese selections. Oysters were decent and service was really great. Excited to return!

Lovely place to have a drink with friends. Quiet, intimate, and amazing wine menu.

Megan was amazing! Had a fun time and the drinks and charcuterie were awesome!

Best wine spot in DC hands down. Knowledgeable staff and amazing atmosphere.

Great little wine bar with unfussy cocktails.

Such a great spot! One of my favorite spots in the city.