Brunch is a time-honored tradition in the District of Columbia. It's where friends get together to celebrate the weekend and plan the week ahead.
Okay, that may be a bit much. But, at the very least, it's an excuse for preppy people to drink alcohol before noon. It was in pursuit of this noble quest that I found Masa 14.
Masa 14 is argueably my favorite place for weekend brunch in Washington. Which says something. I love breakfast food and champagne like Bostonians love the Red Sox and Ben Affleck.
What makes Masa 14 a standout? For $40 on the weekend, you can enjoy unlimited drinks and food from 10am to 3pm.
No, I didn't make a typo.
For those of you flinching at the price, I understand, Especially for college students, the cost can seem a little high upfront. But, in all honestly, everyone I know who has gone had more than $40 worth of drinks alone. This is definitely a place to come hungry.
The food served is all tapas so there's little more than a commercial break between when you order and when your food arrives. The menu is extensive and you're not limited to any one drink from their menu (feel free to collect them all).
Our favorites include the breakfast tacos and the Masa Mimosa, the house variant of the classic champagne and orange combo. They also make a very respectable Bloody Mary, for the breakfast crowd that wants to go completely savory.
Reservations are not required but I would recommend them. Especially if you have more than four people in your group or want to stay for the entire brunch run.
Masa 14 is also noted as one of DC's best rooftop eateries. Unfortunately, when we last went, it was 90°F and unbearably sunny. We elected to enjoy the air-conditioning but will definitely try again when the weather is more forgiving.
Masa 14
1825 14th St NW
Washington, DC 20009