The Clifton Club

The Got Weekend take

Why go

The Clifton Club combines a cocktail lounge with a restaurant on North Fitzhugh Avenue. Its martini menu ranges from dirty and espresso versions to lychee and passionfruit, alongside specialty cocktails and wine. Food goes beyond bar snacks: choose spicy tuna crispy rice, miso-glazed brussels sprouts or flatbreads to share, or make dinner of mini Wagyu smash burgers or steak frites. Inside, the room has booths and small nooks; outside, a partially covered patio seats up to 25 and welcomes pets, with a fire and outdoor heaters. The 25-seat bar accepts walk-ins, while reservations are recommended for a visit. Thursday through Saturday service runs until 2 a.m., leaving room for an after-dinner drink.

• Dirty, espresso and lychee martinis
• Shareables, flatbreads and steak frites
• Pet-friendly, partially covered patio
• Open until 2 a.m. Thursday–Saturday

Martini fans, date-night diners and friends sharing plates will find plenty to choose from here.

Make it your kind of weekend

• date night
• friends
• rainy-day option

A few visit notes

Reservations are recommended and available through OpenTable or by phone; walk-ins are accepted at the bar, with some availability in the dining room and on the patio. Closed Mondays.