### [Lydia On H](https://urbanfolk.io/listing/lydia-on-h/)

**Published:** June 17, 2025
**Author:** Urban Folk Staff

**Content:**

Malawian chef and mixologist Victor Chizinga brings a taste of his heritage to H Street NE in the two-level space with three unique experiences and a member only speakeasy exclusively offering black owned spirits.

Lydia on H pays homage to his late mother, and her recipes for curry chicken and cabbage are early best sellers. Cherished vacations in the Caribbean, namely Jamaica, also inspire a menu filled with riffs on rum punch, jerk chicken wings and sandwiches, salmon fritters, and four-hour braised oxtail with jollof rice.

Raine, the second-level lounge, includes a live event stage showcasing local bands while Lake Malawi, the outdoor patio space, is open and provides a relaxed environment with games, music and summer vibes.

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**Categories:** Caribbean

**Features:** Best nights on Friday, Good for Late night, Offers take-out, Accepts Credit Cards, Bike Parking, Free Wi-Fi, Wheelchair Accessible, Offers Delivery, Outdoor Seating, Covered outdoor seating, Good For Kids, Offers Catering, Takes Reservations, Good for Groups, Casual, Trendy, Happy Hour Specials, Full Bar, Smoking Outside Only, TV, Heated outdoor seating, Waiter Service, Provides reusable tableware, Private dining, Validated Parking

**Regions:** Washington D.C.

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