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Tonic Restaurant @ Quigley's Pharmacy
Tonic at Quigley’s Bar and Restaurant offers classical American cuisine with a contemporary Southern twist. Tonic is located in the heart of Washington DC’s historic Foggy Bottom neighborhood.
Come and enjoy signature tater tots with homemade dipping sauces, weekly specials and craft beers on draft. Tonic at Quigley’s Bar and Restaurant caters to all tastes.
Tonic at Quigley’s Bar and Restaurant serves 12 beers on tap, 14 wines by the glass, and many specialty cocktails that complement our new American menu.
A quick stroll from the Foggy Bottom Metro and a few blocks from the Kennedy Center, Tonic at Quigley’s Bar and Restaurant is the perfect place for a happy hour cocktail, a fun night out, or a leisurely brunch. No matter your mood, Tonic cures what ails you.
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Come and enjoy signature tater tots with homemade dipping sauces, weekly specials and craft beers on draft. Tonic at Quigley’s Bar and Restaurant caters to all tastes.
Tonic at Quigley’s Bar and Restaurant serves 12 beers on tap, 14 wines by the glass, and many specialty cocktails that complement our new American menu.
A quick stroll from the Foggy Bottom Metro and a few blocks from the Kennedy Center, Tonic at Quigley’s Bar and Restaurant is the perfect place for a happy hour cocktail, a fun night out, or a leisurely brunch. No matter your mood, Tonic cures what ails you.
184 Current Reviews
Summary of Diner Ratings & Reviews
Overall
(Very Good)
3.8
/
5
Rating Breakdown 184 reviews
5 stars
(37)
4 stars
(82)
3 stars
(53)
2 stars
(10)
1 star
(2)
Food
(Very Good)
3.7
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
3.8
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
3.7
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
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Diners classify this restaurant as:
- neighborhood gem(87)
- great for lunch(57)
- good for groups(51)
- vibrant bar scene(40)
- great for brunch(36)
- great for outdoor dining(29)
Tonic Restaurant @ Quigley's Pharmacy Reviews List
Review 1 for Tonic Restaurant @ Quigley's Pharmacy
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Friendly, Relaxing Spot
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"A great place for lunch; good, reliable food. Pleasant space. Decent service. Good bar."
Dined on 5/15/2013
Special Features: good for groups, neighborhood gem, great for lunch
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Review 2 for Tonic Restaurant @ Quigley's Pharmacy
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Decent
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"We arrived on time for our reservation, but waited an additional 10-15 minutes to be seated. Tonic is quite loud, and in the past I've had difficulty holding conversations. That wasn't an issue this time, although it was still "energetic". The food was good - the cocktail (Mrs. Robinson, a blend of cinnamon and cardamom flavors) was interesting and the pizzas (we got their two vegetarian offerings) baked just right. We also tried the pretzel appetizer - another good choice. We were disappointed that there were meager vegetarian offerings beyond the pizza - a portabella sandwich and a mushroom pasta, both of which seem to be a standby at many restaurants. Confusingly, all of the mac and cheese options contained some sort of meat product."
Dined on 5/13/2013
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, hot spot
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Review 3 for Tonic Restaurant @ Quigley's Pharmacy
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Really Good Value Food
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Good times all the time at Tonic"
Dined on 5/07/2013
Special Features: neighborhood gem, great for lunch, special occasion
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Review 4 for Tonic Restaurant @ Quigley's Pharmacy
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Great for casual business meals!
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Tonic offers a wide range of sandwiches/entrees which are sure to be crowd pleasers."
Dined on 5/07/2013
Special Features: good for groups, romantic
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Review 5 for Tonic Restaurant @ Quigley's Pharmacy
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"I love tonic. I've dined here in the past as well and I've never been disappointed."
Dined on 4/12/2013
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, great for brunch, neighborhood gem, hot spot, great for lunch
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Review 6 for Tonic Restaurant @ Quigley's Pharmacy
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"As always, Tonic was great. The computer system was down when we showed up, which threw a wrench in the experience as a whole, but not enough to deter me from going again. They have great fruit, great bagels, and great tots! Delicious food and great ambiance, overall."
Dined on 5/05/2013
Special Features: great for brunch, neighborhood gem
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Review 7 for Tonic Restaurant @ Quigley's Pharmacy
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Fine, Not Great or Noteworthy
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Tonic was fine- food and drinks were fine, nothing to "write home about." We won't be back, unless perhaps we're in the neighborhood. The outdoor patio looked very popular, but it's not worth going for the food alone."
Dined on 5/01/2013
Special Features: great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem
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Review 8 for Tonic Restaurant @ Quigley's Pharmacy
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
I've been to the Tonic in
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"I've been to the Tonic in Mt. Pleasant, and both that location and the one near GW has a great feel to it. It's casual, but good food. We had my friend's 5-year-old son with us and the waitress was very accommodating. He asked to see the kitchen, and she told us how to get there and the staff waved at him when he peeped in."
Dined on 04/25/2013
2007
Special Features: good for groups, great for outdoor dining, kid-friendly, neighborhood gem
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Review 9 for Tonic Restaurant @ Quigley's Pharmacy
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Brunch was great, good vibe
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Brunch was great, good vibe and good food. The server however, was impossible to get a hold of and quite rude. If you get an older woman with glasses upstairs, beware!"
Dined on 04/28/2013
2009
Special Features: good for groups, great for brunch, neighborhood gem
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Review 10 for Tonic Restaurant @ Quigley's Pharmacy
Overall rating
(Poor)
1
/
5
Don't eat the food
Food
(Poor)
1
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"The only saving grace about Tonic is the outdoor patio - were it not for the nice weather and the sun on the patio, nothing about the experience would have been good at all. The tater tots were overhyped - they're not anything more than regular tater tots. The mac and cheese tasted like it came straight out of a box. The burger was mediocre at best. The pulled pork was nothing special, and the corn bread that came with it tasted like it had been soaked in butter because it was so dense. I've been here before for trivia night, and the bar scene was fun, but I would never have food here again or recommend that anybody order food."
Dined on 04/25/2013
2009
Special Features: great for outdoor dining
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Review 11 for Tonic Restaurant @ Quigley's Pharmacy
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Won't be back
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Poor)
1
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"We elected to sit at a table in the bar area, so we take some responsibility for the slow service since the bartender was also tending bar. However, he completely forgot one of our appetizers, he didn't put the right fruit on the drink after being told twice, and the only time he smiled was when we were leaving. The food was meiocre at best. The fried onions on the steak salad seemed days old.
However, another employee, perhaps a bar back or busser(?), Hector, was very helpful. He provided outstanding service."
Dined on 04/13/2013
2008
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Review 12 for Tonic Restaurant @ Quigley's Pharmacy
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Decent quality , noisy at
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Decent quality , noisy at bar , quiet upstairs"
Dined on 04/15/2013
2006
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Review 13 for Tonic Restaurant @ Quigley's Pharmacy
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Because we were a large group,
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Because we were a large group, I originally made the reservation for 2 groups....they were great to put us together outside. Service was perfect...waitress was great in serving us and providing us with 3 separate bills."
Dined on 04/07/2013
2013
Special Features: good for groups, great for brunch, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 14 for Tonic Restaurant @ Quigley's Pharmacy
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Great tator tots! My salad
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Great tator tots! My salad was very good, with grilled steak on top. Overall great! Love the location."
Dined on 03/15/2013
2011
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Review 15 for Tonic Restaurant @ Quigley's Pharmacy
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Slipping
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Service was slower than usual. I asked for the steak salad without fried onions, as I cannot eat wheat. I got fried onions on top. Then it took ages to get iced tea refills and to get the check. Not as good as usual."
Dined on 04/02/2013
2005
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Review 16 for Tonic Restaurant @ Quigley's Pharmacy
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
I came here to eat their burger
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"I came here to eat their burger with my girlfriend. The service was good and the decor of the restaurant is really nice. It has different floors for different purposes. Burgers were well done and tasted great.I wish they had fries served with burgers. Tater tots were still good. I might come back here to get drinks next time. I would definitely recommend it."
Dined on 04/01/2013
2013
Special Features: good for groups, kid-friendly, hot spot
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Review 17 for Tonic Restaurant @ Quigley's Pharmacy
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
They were too crowded and
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"They were too crowded and the wait was very long once we got seated. My spinach was cooked well but I think the chef must have dumped three tablespoons of chopped garlic in it by mistake."
Dined on 03/30/2013
2007
Special Features: great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem
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Review 18 for Tonic Restaurant @ Quigley's Pharmacy
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Good burgers and upscale bar
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Good burgers and upscale bar food in a neighborhood setting near George Washington University. The kids can draw on the table but you still feel like you are in a real restaurant."
Dined on 03/30/2013
2009
Special Features: kid-friendly, neighborhood gem
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Review 19 for Tonic Restaurant @ Quigley's Pharmacy
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Quigley's is on the main campus
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Quigley's is on the main campus for The George Washington University. As such it is very energetic and a hub of student activity. I always enjoy going to Quigley's just to be on a university campus and close to downtown DC."
Dined on 03/27/2013
2006
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem
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Review 20 for Tonic Restaurant @ Quigley's Pharmacy
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Fun and tasty too
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Tonic has a limited menu but its good and hearty as well as tasty too. Appeals to those hungry college kids but a bit more refined than the cafeteria. Its loud and we were about to be seated right below a speaker I pleaded for something quieter and was shown to a booth which was somewhat better. I've been to Tonic for drinks before (love those tater tots) and was happy to go back. Not very good if you are calorie counting but a fun meal."
Dined on 03/17/2013
2012
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Review 21 for Tonic Restaurant @ Quigley's Pharmacy
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Me and my friend were an hour
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
"Me and my friend were an hour and a half late for our reservation and they still graciously took us in. We had just run a half marathon and were STARVING. The bartender was very accommodating and MADE us chocolate milk. Probably the best chocolate milk of all time. I had this amazing croissant sandwich with bacon, cheese, egg and avocado. My friend had biscuits and eggs. Those tater tots were to die for. Mimosas looked good, but I had to drive home.
Lots of stairs to get up to the dining area, probably not great for your grandma."
Dined on 03/16/2013
2013
Special Features: great for brunch
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Review 22 for Tonic Restaurant @ Quigley's Pharmacy
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
They called me three times
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"They called me three times to confirm even after I had responded that, yes, i would be there. Welcome at desk and service were much too blase and casual. Food was mediocre."
Dined on 03/12/2013
2007
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Review 23 for Tonic Restaurant @ Quigley's Pharmacy
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Very cool place. Good food
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Very cool place. Good food at reasonable prices."
Dined on 03/09/2013
2010
Special Features: neighborhood gem
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Review 24 for Tonic Restaurant @ Quigley's Pharmacy
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Great find in downtown DC!!!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We came here with a group of 7 before a gwu basketball game for brunch. Food and service was awesome, not to mention the delicious bottomless mimosas! Their 'remedies' drink list was also very well done. This is a great find in downtown DC, and perfect for a food stop or local watering hole. We will definitely be back!"
Dined on 03/09/2013
2011
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, good for groups, great for brunch, late-night find, neighborhood gem, great for lunch, hot spot
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Review 25 for Tonic Restaurant @ Quigley's Pharmacy
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Will be back next time I'm near GWU
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Prices were reasonable and menu was varied enough to please everyone in our party. My veggie burger was obviously house-made and was delicious. The regular burger and the brownie sundae also got rave reviews. Restaurant is on different levels of a really neat historic building which was once a pharmacy. Tall booths made the dining room more private and quiet and there was a neat circular banquette for larger groups. Staff wear hysterical t-shirts and are professional yet down-to-earth."
Dined on 03/03/2013
2011
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, good for groups, late-night find
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Review 26 for Tonic Restaurant @ Quigley's Pharmacy
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
I went to Tonic for brunch.
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"I went to Tonic for brunch. It is in a college student-heavy area of town so the restaurant is exactly what you'd expect -- casual, low-key, decent food and huge portions. They have a pretty large brunch menu (with the option for bottomless mimosas which I think is a nice touch). I had the wet breakfast burrito which was fine and a side order of pancakes which I loved (in fact, my primary reason for picking Tonic to brunch at was the fact that they offered pancakes as a side item; they solved my perpetual brunch dilemma of whether to order sweet or savory by letting me have a bit of both). Service was very quick and friendly. My only complaint: more heat. I was sitting by a window and, even with my jacket on, was still cold"
Dined on 03/03/2013
2010
Special Features: great for brunch
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Review 27 for Tonic Restaurant @ Quigley's Pharmacy
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Really fun restaurant, great
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Really fun restaurant, great waiter, food from burgers to the salmon salad excellent. Waiter recommnended a terrific beer to try and my daughter loved the tater tots. We'll return without hesitation for brunch, lunch or dinner and look forward to warmer weather when we can sit on the patio."
Dined on 03/03/2013
2005
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups, great for brunch, great for outdoor dining, kid-friendly, neighborhood gem, great for lunch
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Review 28 for Tonic Restaurant @ Quigley's Pharmacy
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Super loud on a Friday night
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"It was pretty good... very much a college bar/restaurant on a Friday night. It was LOUD. I had a veggie burger. It had good flavor, but it fell apart when I was trying to eat it. Good beer selection. Overall, it was good."
Dined on 02/22/2013
2012
Special Features: good for groups
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Review 29 for Tonic Restaurant @ Quigley's Pharmacy
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Lunch at Tonic was a good,
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Lunch at Tonic was a good, solid experience. Nothing too fancy or special, just tasty and quick. I resisted all the really yummy things like Tater Tots and burgers, since it was Ash Wednesday and I'm on a diet, so couldn't have meat or fried food, but the salad with crabcake was pretty good. The lettuce could have been a little fresher, but the crabcake was delicious."
Dined on 02/13/2013
2011
Special Features: neighborhood gem
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Review 30 for Tonic Restaurant @ Quigley's Pharmacy
Overall rating
(Poor)
1
/
5
Had to wait 45 minutes to
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Had to wait 45 minutes to get our table despite (obviously) having a reservation. Host was unapologetic and seemed somewhat frazzled. Server was kind, funny and knowledgeable, however food was room temperature by the time it got to us. We were trying to make a show, so we just ate what we got and left. Would recommend for a drink, but not for dinner."
Dined on 02/16/2013
2012
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Review 31 for Tonic Restaurant @ Quigley's Pharmacy
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Quigleys is located on the
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Quigleys is located on the GWU campus and it is always a fun place to eat. Service is always good and it is great to be in a campus environment."
Dined on 02/13/2013
2006
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem
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Review 32 for Tonic Restaurant @ Quigley's Pharmacy
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
I feel like I found my Cheers
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"I feel like I found my Cheers in Foggy Bottom!!"
Dined on 02/12/2013
2007
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, good for groups, kid-friendly, late-night find, neighborhood gem, special occasion, great for lunch
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Review 33 for Tonic Restaurant @ Quigley's Pharmacy
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
I have eaten here multiple
Food
(Poor)
1
/
5
Service
(Poor)
1
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"I have eaten here multiple times. Without fail the food is mediocre at best. The service is hit or miss but the restaurant itself has unaccommodating policies. The gworld machine has been broken on multiple occasions which I'm sure is not the establishment's fault, but only sometimes do they explain before you are seated that they will not be accepting specific forms of payment. Some people love the tots, but if I am not mistaken they are just frozen tots that one could buy at any grocery store. Many of my friends are far more optimistic about this place which is why I've been so many times. Overall if you have a lot of time to kill and don't dine out for the food, its convenient location makes it easy to spend time there."
Dined on 02/09/2013
2012
Special Features: kid-friendly
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Review 34 for Tonic Restaurant @ Quigley's Pharmacy
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
The food and service at brunch
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"The food and service at brunch were good, but not remarkable. The server was nice, but seemed unsure when asked questions about the food. I had eggs benedict which was good although the sauce was a little too salty and acidic. One of the other people at the table had an omelet with feta, spinach, and salmon and remarked that it was good, but too salty and the presentation of the eggs was lacking. The third person had scrambled eggs with toast and tater tots and said everything was good and the serving size was quite large."
Dined on 02/10/2013
2012
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Review 35 for Tonic Restaurant @ Quigley's Pharmacy
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Are you gonna eat your tots?
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Ate at Tonic for Saturday brunch, glad I made a reservation since it looked pretty popular. The bottomless mimosas were splendid and went very well with their world-famous tots, the Benedict Burger was a scrumptious brunch creation, and I loved that there were crayons on the table for scribbling on the paper tablecloth overlays! Such a fun place, and great for a low-key, not-too-expensive yet still interesting brunch."
Dined on 02/09/2013
2012
Special Features: good for groups, great for brunch, kid-friendly, neighborhood gem, great for lunch
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Review 36 for Tonic Restaurant @ Quigley's Pharmacy
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
love the portabello mushroom
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"love the portabello mushroom sandwich. great option!"
Dined on 02/09/2013
2005
Special Features: neighborhood gem
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Review 37 for Tonic Restaurant @ Quigley's Pharmacy
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Great time with the family
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Great time with the family at Tonic."
Dined on 02/07/2013
2008
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, good for groups, great for brunch, kid-friendly, neighborhood gem, hot spot
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Review 38 for Tonic Restaurant @ Quigley's Pharmacy
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
It was a nice place for my
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"It was a nice place for my friends and me to eat before a show at the Kennedy Center. It was a tad chilly sitting by the window upstairs. The sausage and biscuits were great."
Dined on 02/03/2013
2013
Special Features: great for brunch, great for lunch
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Review 39 for Tonic Restaurant @ Quigley's Pharmacy
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Great lunch place. Burgers,
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Great lunch place. Burgers, tots... what else could you want? The salads look good but really, come on. Burgers and tots. Great beers too."
Dined on 02/05/2013
2009
Special Features: good for groups, great for lunch
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Review 40 for Tonic Restaurant @ Quigley's Pharmacy
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Just ok, nothing special here.
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Poor)
1
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Just ok, nothing special here. Compare's with other "pub grub" places"
Dined on 01/08/2013
2011
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Review 41 for Tonic Restaurant @ Quigley's Pharmacy
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Great college town find in
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Great college town find in GWU neighborhood. Great for catching a bite before getting on the shuttle bus to the Kennedy Center."
Dined on 01/26/2013
2005
Special Features: good for groups, kid-friendly, late-night find, neighborhood gem, romantic, hot spot
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Review 42 for Tonic Restaurant @ Quigley's Pharmacy
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
A great find in the middle of GWU
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We were at Tonic for brunch on inauguration day. This was our third of four visits to Tonic on our three day Inauguration Weekend trip to Washington so you might say we grew very fond of the place. For brunch we ate upstairs and the food was very good with a good menu selection and Daniel provided excellent service. Our other three visits were downstairs at the bar and the high tops in that area. Tonic has a great selection of local craft beers and a great bar menu of appetizers and sandwiches."
Dined on 01/21/2013
2007
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, hot spot
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Review 43 for Tonic Restaurant @ Quigley's Pharmacy
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
College pub fare but really
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"College pub fare but really great. Everyone, customers and staff, are happy. Great for lunch and brunch."
Dined on 01/20/2013
2006
Special Features: good for groups, great for brunch, great for lunch, hot spot
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Review 44 for Tonic Restaurant @ Quigley's Pharmacy
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
I was excited to see that
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"I was excited to see that they had added my favorite pizza, the GW, back to the menu. Unfortunately the pizza had the same toppings but was presented in a different way thus wasn't so go."
Dined on 01/18/2013
2011
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Review 45 for Tonic Restaurant @ Quigley's Pharmacy
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
The food at Quigley's is good
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"The food at Quigley's is good rather than great, but it's a friendly and fairly priced option for lunch in Foggy Bottom. The salads are especially notable, as are hot pretzels and the signature tater tots."
Dined on 01/18/2013
2011
Special Features: neighborhood gem, great for lunch
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Ratings-Only Reviews for Tonic Restaurant @ Quigley's Pharmacy
Based on the average of (139) ratings-only reviews
Overall
(Very Good)
3.8
/
5
10 out of 11 recommend this product
Food
(Very Good)
3.7
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
3.8
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
3.7
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic