Searching for Bars near me in Washington? Washington bars range from inventive cocktail destinations and whiskey-focused rooftops to traditional pubs, concert halls, and late-night neighborhood hangouts. Choose barmini or Service Bar for cocktail depth, The Dubliner or 9:30 Club for music, Off the Record for a quieter date, and Red Derby for lower-cost drinks and food.
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| # | Place | Best for | Drinks | Atmosphere | Noise | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Jack Rose Dining Saloon | Whiskey enthusiasts | 2,700-plus whiskey collection; American menu | Themed dining rooms and open-air terrace | — | 4.6 (2,447) |
| 2 | The Crown & Crow | Large social gatherings | Beer, wine, and cocktails documented | 3,800-square-foot Victorian-inspired event space | Likely lively; event space and karaoke | 4.6 (745) |
| 3 | Service Bar DC | Late cocktail-and-food plans | Cocktails described as top-notch | Quirky intimate bar-within-bar setting | Laid-back but lively | 4.6 (880) |
| 4 | The Anthem | Concert-night drinks | Many bars inside concert venue | Expansive modern concert hall | Large-scale concert setting; likely loud | 4.6 (7,438) |
| 5 | Stan’s DC Restaurant | Casual wings and drinks | Strong drinks specifically described | Low-key basement-level Downtown spot | Low-key basement setting | 4.6 (3,672) |
| 6 | The Dubliner Restaurant | Traditional pub music | Guinness and pub drinks documented | Traditional Irish pub with food | Popular pub; potentially lively | 4.4 (4,005) |
| 7 | Off the Record | Quiet classic cocktails | Classic cocktails and upscale bar food | Subterranean Hay-Adams Hotel bar | Described as a place to be heard | 4.6 (1,144) |
| 8 | 9:30 Club | Dedicated concertgoers | Beer and pub food documented | Enduring intimate live-music venue | Concert setting; likely loud | 4.6 (4,907) |
| 9 | TAKODA Navy Yard | Rooftop-style group outings | Listed price range is $10–30 | Bar and nightclub with reservations | — | 4.8 (1,028) |
| 10 | barmini | Destination cocktails | Innovative technology-driven craft-cocktail menu | Swanky white-on-white furnishings | — | 4.8 (647) |
Top 10 explained
1Jack Rose Dining Saloon
Whiskey enthusiastsJack Rose centers its experience on whiskey, with a reported collection exceeding 2,700 bottles, themed dining rooms, an open-air terrace, and an American food menu. Its late Friday and Saturday closing times suit extended evenings, while the $50–100 range calls for a more deliberate spend.
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2The Crown & Crow
Large social gatheringsThe Crown & Crow is a 3,800-square-foot Victorian-pub-inspired bar and event space with beer, wine, cocktails, karaoke, and very late hours. Its $20–30 range is comparatively approachable, while the lower-level setting and event focus may favor lively group occasions over quiet conversation.
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3Service Bar DC
Late cocktail-and-food plansService Bar combines cocktails with fried chicken in a quirky, laid-back bar-within-bar setting. Matching snippets describe the cocktails as top-notch and the vibe as laid-back but lively. It stays open until 3 AM Friday and Saturday, though Monday is closed.
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4The Anthem
Concert-night drinksThe Anthem is a large modern concert hall with many bars and a lineup of well-known live acts. Evidence describes capacity exceeding 6,000 and state-of-the-art sound and lighting. Event schedules and bar access can vary, and no regular bar hours or price range are supplied.
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5Stan’s DC Restaurant
Casual wings and drinksStan’s offers a low-key basement setting, signature wings with mumbo sauce, and strong drinks. Its $20–70 range spans casual food and more substantial spending, while hours extend to 2 AM Friday and Saturday. The supplied facts do not establish music, reservations, or seating arrangements.
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6The Dubliner Restaurant
Traditional pub musicThe Dubliner is a traditional Irish pub where Guinness, Irish and American food, and live music share the focus. Its matching venue snippet says music is played nightly from 7:30 PM. It also remains open until 2:30 AM Friday and Saturday, supporting both dinner and later visits.
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7Off the Record
Quiet classic cocktailsOff the Record is a subterranean Hay-Adams Hotel bar serving classic cocktails and upscale bar food. A matching snippet characterizes it as a place to be seen but not heard, making it a conversation-first option. It closes at 11:30 PM nightly, so it is not a late-night pick.
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89:30 Club
Dedicated concertgoers9:30 Club is an enduring intimate rock concert venue with shows, dancing, pub food, and beer. Its supplied facts support a music-first night rather than a conventional bar visit. There are no regular hours or price range listed, so check the specific event before planning.
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10barmini
Destination cocktailsbarmini is a swanky craft-cocktail bar with an innovative, technology-driven menu and white-on-white furnishings. A matching recommendation snippet calls it one of the best cocktail bars in the world, though that is third-party opinion rather than a measured fact. Its $100-plus range and 11:30 PM close make it a premium, planned visit.
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Frequently asked questions
Which Washington bars are best for cocktails?
barmini has the clearest premium craft-cocktail focus, with an innovative technology-driven menu. Service Bar is a more casual alternative with cocktails and fried chicken, while Jack Rose is strongest for whiskey breadth. Listed prices vary substantially, so compare the intended night and budget.
Where can I find live music?
The Dubliner has live music nightly starting at 7:30 PM according to its matching venue snippet. For concert-focused nights, The Anthem and 9:30 Club are dedicated venues with live acts, though schedules, admission, and event conditions vary.
Which bars stay open latest?
The Crown & Crow, Service Bar, and TAKODA Navy Yard list 3 AM closing times on Friday and Saturday. The Dubliner reaches 2:30 AM those nights, while Jack Rose reaches 2 AM. Check the supplied day-specific hours before setting out.
