Now accepting reservations for Winter Igloos!
Situated on the patio of The Next Whisky Bar, each cozy igloo transports you to a glamorous white winter wonderland. These private igloos can accommodate up to six guests each. Host a one-of-a-kind dining experience at DC's most iconic hotel.
Inspired by the Swiss Alps, indulge in a decadent Raclette or Fondue experience, and enjoy a carefully crafted seasonal menu featuring soul-warming dishes. Imbibe on an extensive whisky selection, specialty cocktails, and new to the season - Dom Perignon served by the glass.
Inquiries:
(844)-617-1972
dining@thewatergatehotel.com
INFORMATION
General Information
Hours of Operations:
Monday-Saturday: 4:30 PM to 10:30 PM
Sunday: 4:30 PM to 9:30 PM
Igloo General Information:
- Halloween igloos are available 11/5 through 12/29
- Reservations are now available through Tock
- Igloos are limited to 90 minutes per reservation
-Each igloo seats up to 6 guests
- Rental fees range from $150-$300
- Rental fee must be paid at time of booking to secure your igloo reservation
- Food & Beverage minimums range from $50-$75 per person
- Each igloo is heated, we recommend warm clothing for colder evenings
- Igloos are equipped with blue-tooth speakers
- Outside food, drinks, smoking, and vaping is not permitted in the igloos
- Please respect the 90-minute seating time
Cancellation Policy:
Cancellations made within 48 hours of reservation start time forfeit the pre-paid rental fee.
Guests who do not show up for the reservation results in a forfeit of rental fee.
Pricing
We are thrilled that you will be joining us at The Next Whisky Bar. If you would like to make any special arrangements or have questions about your reservation, please do not hesitate to reach out.
Your rental fee will be collected at time of booking and will count as your deposit. Igloo rental fees vary by day and time of reservation.
Please note the following regarding the Igloo Experience:
Monday - Thursday Notes:
Igloo Rental Fee
- Early seating (4:30pm - 5:00pm) requires $150 igloo rental fee
- Peak seating (6:15pm - 6:45pm) requires $200 igloo rental fee
- Late seating (8:30pm - 9:00pm requires $150 igloo rental fee
Food & Beverage Minimum
There is a $50 food and beverage minimum per person for Monday-Thursday reservations (all seating times)
Friday & Saturday Notes:
Igloo Rental Fee
- Early seating (4:30pm - 5:00pm) requires $250 igloo rental fee
- Peak seating (6:15pm - 6:45pm) requires $300 igloo rental fee
- Late seating (8:30pm - 9:00pm) requires $300 igloo rental fee
Food & Beverage Minimum
There is $50 food and beverage minimum on Friday & Saturdays 4:30, 4:45, 5PM, 8:30 PM, 8:45 PM and 9 PM.
There is a $75 minimum per person on Friday and Saturdays for reservation times 6:15 PM, 6:30PM and 6:45 PM.
Sunday Notes:
Igloo Rental Fee
- Early seating (4:30pm - 4:45pm) requires $150 igloo rental fee
- Peak seating (6:45pm - 7:00pm) requires $250 rental fee
There is $50 food and beverage minimum per person for Sunday reservations (all seating times)
Menu
TO SHARE
Charcuterie Board
selection of cured meats, garnitures (n)
Filet Mignon Bruschetta
grilled bread, horseradish cream, tomato jam
Tarte Flambée
fromage blanc, lardon, onion
Fried Chicken Sliders
fried chicken, bread & butter pickle, mustard sauce
Fish & Chips
crispy haddock, french fries, spring pea coulis, tartar sauce
Charcoal Gougere
mimolette bechamel
Lamb Lollipops
roasted garlic aioli, skhug marinade
Roasted Squash Hummus
lavash, pumpkin sprouts, rye crumble
Edible Garden
crudité, green goddess dressing, olive soil
Carrot Velouté
ginger cream, cilantro
Oyster on the Half Shell
half dozen oysters, blood orange mignonette
Tempura Fried Mushroom
hen of the woods, miso aioli
Fondue
traditional accoutrements
Truffle Fries
COCKTAILS
Rye & Pumpkin
ammunition rye, pumpkin liquor, cayenne cordial, pumpkin bitters, saline
Blood & Oath
titos vodka, blood orange cordial, strega, citric acid, orange bitters
The Oval Office
maker's mark whisky, satureja montana cordial, tartaric, champagne
Classified
vocal tequila, green chartreuse, ancho reyes, chile liqueur, asorbic, agave cordial