Don’t let the simple name fool you. Bar & Lounge 54 has the most incredibly flavorful Asian fusion dishes, along with the inventive cocktails to make for a deliciously fun night out. Give it a try for happy hour to enjoy handcrafted libations alongside small plates that are perfect to pass and share. And once you see (and smell!) the incredible dishes coming out of the kitchen, you’ll definitely decide to stay on for dinner. Try the shaky beef, lemongrass chicken banh mi, or salt and pepper shrimp.

If you’re just getting back to in-person dining, Bar & Lounge 54 is a great place to start. The menu is provided via a QR code, and the team is taking sanitation and social distancing especially seriously. Plus, once you taste the dishes and have a drink or two, it will be easy to remember what you loved so much about eating out. Find Bar & Lounge 54 in Dupont Circle on 19^th Street. The good times continue until 11 p.m. six days a week (closed Mondays).