Cocktail bars in Washington DC
From speakeasies to hotel bars, Washington DC pours 12 cocktail bars worth knowing about. The honest list: real venues, real reviews, no paid placements. Check hours before you head out, since small-town listings change faster than big-city ones.
Cocktail bars in Washington DC
Where Washington DC drinks well after dark, according to reviewers. Reservations help on weekends. Late-night kitchens are rare, so eat before you go if you plan to stay out.
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Drinking cocktails in Washington DC
- The best seat in any cocktail bar in Washington DC is at the bar itself — you get the show and the bartender's recommendations.
- Speakeasy-style spots often hide the entrance and skip the sign. Check the address carefully before you go.
- Cocktail prices in Washington DC vary wildly by neighborhood; hotel bars charge the premium, side-street spots often pour better for less.
About Washington DC
Washington DC, DC, the United States (coordinates 38.91, -77.04, Dayfari covers about 40 km around the centre).
Sources for Washington DC: Google Places listings with ratings, re-pulled regularly. If a venue has opened or closed recently, give the listings a week or two to catch up.
More cocktail bars nearby
Worth a short drive from Washington DC: nearby towns with their own cocktail bars guides:
- Cocktail bars in Baltimore (56 km away)
Common questions
Where do these Washington DC cocktail bar listings come from?
Google Places listings for Washington DC with ratings and review counts. Sorted by reviews — Dayfari sells no placements.
What is the difference between a cocktail bar and a speakeasy in Washington DC?
Mostly vibe and secrecy: speakeasies lean hidden entrances and classic cocktails, cocktail bars lean open rooms and creative menus. Both are listed here.
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