Zola

Contemporary, Classy, with some mighty-fine cocktails. For those who like to step their work dress up a notch and enjoy cocktails & wine to drafts & ciders. Bar tenders were friendly and fast. Crowd was more about who they came with then meeting new folks. Older crowd (older just means older than me, 25).

The girls (Tina, Nicole, Katie, Alix, and Stefanie) and I also enjoyed a tasty dinner that was a perfect precursor for our late-night opening night showing of SATC. Although the waiter's service left much to be desired, the food was very good and light (light in a good way, not a "Geewhiz! I payed how much for this tiny, single stuffed mushroom!?").

I share Nicole's opinion, "I wouldn't have to go back there again, but if someone was doing something, I'd think it would be good". A fine place for a special occasion, but not for a casual work happy hour, a place to bring a first-time dc-er, or a soon-to-be regular haunt.

Interesting trivia (taken directly from their web site):

The restaurant is named after Emile Zola, the famed 19th century French novelist who rallied public support for the plight of Captain Alfred Dreyfun, a french soldier falsely accused of spying.

Emile Zola
Zola is located right next to the spy museum and compliments it well.


the deal:
zippity-zip.
you're paying full price for these drinks & fine food, friends.

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