IOTA Club & Cafe
| Address: | 2832 Wilson Blvd, Arlington, VA 22201, USA |
| Phone: | +1 703-522-8340 |
| Site: | iotaclubandcafe.com |
| Rating: | 4.2 |
| Working: | 5–11PM 5–11PM 5PM–2AM 5PM–2AM 5PM–2AM 10AM–2AM 10AM–11PM |
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Lawrence Newton
On the way to having a brunch type meal somewhere else, but the Lobster Smasher looked kind of intriguing. Really does remind me of those halcyon days of haning out at someplace for breakfast or lunch and really being able to chill. Delightful. Ever been to the Whitehorse Tavern in the West Village? Like that. I mean if youve ever been at a tavern when theyre open but nobody has really arrived yet. Its kind of quiet and the light streams in through the windows. The waiter serves coffee and you can see the steam rising over the cup in the streams of light. You can hear the sounds of the kitchen in the background but nobody is making a fuss. The door opens and some street sound spills in alnog with another couple looking to grab a drink. The bartender was old school and told them to sit wherever they wanted. The food was good. mac & cheese. acouple of pieces of strawberry to take the edge off the tart mimosa. a small stage for a band, but no band. just a good time
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Corrie Davidson
A great place to catch a show or grab a bite to eat. They have a variety of acts, open mic nights, poetry readings, movie nights, and more. If theres a band, be prepared to shell out a cover whether you are there for the show or not, unfortunately. IOTA does not sell tickets in advance and entry is on a first come, first served basis. All shows are 21+ as well, so leave the under-agers at home. They have wifi, a cafe breakfast starting at 8am, and lunch starts at 11am. Smoking is allowed on the back patio only.
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Rachel Marshall
I put the cost as $17 per person because we each had a sandwich, fries and a beer, so truthfully the most we paid for the one sandwich was about $10 and we both had a $2 add on for fries. We had the catfish wrap, the corned beef Reuben, and split it. Food was excellent. Definitely get the fries! (unless youre headed back to the office because they are made with a bit of garlic, which is amazing) but you can definitely taste it afterwards. We definitely will be back!
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tamar mintz
Came here for open mic night with friends. When we first arrived the place was almost empty, but by the time 7:30 hit, it was almost full. There was a great vibe and wonderful crowd. Our server was fantastic and was able to accommodate the entire room, even at the peak of business.
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Tim McAndrew
I love this place. You used to be able to sit in the dining part and listen to the band in the next room via a big opening behind the bar. That is now gone and you have to pay for the show even if you sit in the cafe. But that being said still an awesome venue to see a band.
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A Private User
Best bar in the city! Best music in the city! I try to frequent the place at least once a week! Seriously... its where everybody knows your name and theyre always glad you came! lol Anyway, it is the most welcoming environment for a musician in the DC area! Super unique place!
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Sean Whitfield
Had a couple drinks here in the alley bar behind the place. It was pretty cool, you didnt feel like you were on the street with all the noise, or crowded up on a rooftop but you were still outside. Beer selection was great and the staff was friendly and helpful.
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Curt Barnard
The coolest bar I always forget about. They have a lot of great bands that come and play, and its even better now that the back patio is open so you can have a place to get away from the noise for a minute if you need to chill.
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Caleb Astey
Great arlington venue that manages to have beer that isnt took expensive, good thats good, and live music with nice sound. They rock that balancing act. This is a great place to support local music. Do it.
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HOWARD GOLDBERG
Nothing is perfect ... but this place features some great local and nonlocal talent in an intimate yet lively setting. Arlington, VA is fortunate to have a music venue called IOTA.
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A Private User
The renewed Iota is definitely a nice bar to hang out. Good and very reasonably priced sandwiches, excellent fries and open spaces make it a great place for the summer.
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A Private User
Ive been coming to Iota for over 15 years and this is the best it has ever looked. Its like a brand new place and I love it even more.
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Colleen MC
Quality beer selection, fun spot for live music, easy parking. Best you can do in Arlington for a different type of night out.
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kobb Anni
Very friendly staff & management . Great place for jamming . Ive been there many times. I always have a wonderful time .
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Shelby Drulis
Quiet spot for drinks and great place to watch some lesser-well-known yet still fantastic bands and musical artists.
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M Sams
Local folk for local folk. One of the few venues which champions folk music. Highly recommend open-mic Wednesdays.
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Gokhan Turhan
Cant think of any better place to go on a Wednesday! Open mics are always fun along with great beer selection
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Howard A
Terrible food and service and very poorly managed. Much better options for quality live music in the area!
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Adam Theo
Excellent live music, usually singer songwriter, folk, or indie style. Good beer selection.
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Erik F
We were sitting on the front patio.The server brought us menus and then never came back.
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A Private User
Great music and cool vibe. Go on Wednesdays for free (and good) open mic sessions.
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Cameron Dunlop
Holy crapanoley.....what a great spot!!! Brilliant live music. Good beer. Sold!
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A Private User
Food could be better, but music and Wednesdays Open Mic Night is terrific!
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Alan Steel
Intimate venue to watch local bands. Good food and beer selection.
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Eric London
Best spot for live music in an intimate setting in the DC area.
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Laura Cook
Brunch was amazing. Try the lobster special. To. Die. For.
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John Garrett
Awesome dive bar with good beer and great sandwiches.
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Michael Dobbins
Went once to see bands. Beer prices were a bit steep.
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jACQUELINE NGOLE
Discovered when looking for live music! Loved it.
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Bethany Connor
Nice bar. Decent beer menu. Love the line music
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Diana Castillo
The music is great and the crowd is over 30!!
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Gavin Ekins
Good local music venue but in Clarendon :(
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Kelley Dennings
Good bread pudding. Try it.
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Alex Vidales
Save Iota!!!
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Jessica Rashkovsky
Great music
