One of the best ways to experience an iconic and quintessential Washington D.C. night out would be throwing back an old fashioned at a classic bar. Through their vintage designs and political caricatures, Washington D.C. bars ensure this experience is felt. Being a Capital City, Washington has different people who live or visit there. The bars in the City ensure diversity, making sure that no one feels left out or unwanted in the partying society. Therefore, no matter your preference Washington always has an option for you. Below are the best bars in Washington D.C., making your spending worth it.
Licht Café
Spencer Hurd owns Licht Café, and it was established to fulfill his dream of starting a cocktail bar. The bar is modeled after Spencer’s favorite gay bar located in Mannheim. Spencer began at the bar after relocating to Washington after working in Germany for the United States government. Licht Café offers classic cocktails to its customers. One of the things that you must spot when you visit the bar is the edgy art pieces that depict new light on the LGBTQ scene. In addition to the classic cocktails, Licht Café serves a trio of wines and bottled beers.
There are also snacks which you can eat with your drinks. Spencer decided on a list of popular classics, including gimlets, mojitos, martinis, cosmos, and manhattans, to keep his spirits simple.
Side Door
If you are looking for a bar that is not usually crowded in Washington D.C., the Side Door bar is one of your best options as it allows only 25 customers at a time. The bar serves barrel-aged cocktails and a great soundtrack to its customers. Side Door bar is filled with vinyl bar stools, throwback cocktail names, wood-paneled walls, and darts. This bar operates on Friday and Saturday nights from 7:00 p.m. to 1:00 a.m. food is served upstairs until 10:00 p.m., so you do not have to worry about missing dinner.
Robin Round Bar
Robin Round Bar was started in 1847, and it is located inside the historic Willard Intercontinental hotel. The bar is found on Pennsylvania Avenue in Washington D.C. The bar has a classy appearance with leather seats, polished mahogany, and portraits of State political figures. The bar is arranged to allow customers to watch a throwback cocktail. Pastime stories about the bar are shared during the bar’s History Happy Hours.
The History Happy Hours mainly feature museum execs, authors, and journalists as the speakers. For instance, Willard Legend states that it is at this bar where Mint Jupel was introduced to Washington D.C. by Senator Henry Clay.
Dos Mamis
Dos Mamis bar reflects what a coat of paint can do through its unique geometric patterns of different shades. The inside of the bar is painted peacock-blue while; the outside has whitewashed bricks, greenery, and sail screens, thus achieving a fantastic shade to the cozy wine garden. A mover and a shaker in the wine world known as Carlie Steiner usually visits the bar for his drinks.
Dos Mamis usually plans a monthly movie night whose venue is mainly at the bar’s back patio. It would be best if you made a date to attend one. You will not regret it.
Allegory
If you are looking for a place where you can have your peace and enjoy a drink, Allegory is the place to tour. Besides, the bar is usually not fully packed. Allegory is located in Washington in the lobby library of Eaton, making it remain very hidden. The bar’s interior contains black pendant lights, which give the bar an intimate climate. Also, the walls are decorated with murals of mythical creatures. These hangings are the work of artist Erik Thor- Sandberg, and the inspiration is from the story of Ruby Bridges, a civil rights activist, and Alice in Wonderland.
The bar offers cocktails for its customers. Additionally, it offers snacks and classic bites such as hearty potato dishes, cheese, and charcuterie boards. The staff in the bar is also friendly and welcoming; thus, it is a place you would want to visit regularly. If you and your partner are the types that enjoy privacy during date nights, you should visit Allegory.
District Winery
District Winery is located in Navy Yard, Washington D.C. This Winery bar has three divisions: a restaurant, a wine factory, and an event space. The bar’s interior is decorated with paintings of the United States presidents. District Winery is usually heavily loaded with glass cases holding stacks of bottles. To make your experience memorable at the bar, you should head to the tasting bar, which offers three different flights of District Winery Wines. These flights include Zinfandel, Pinot Noir, Petit Manseng, and Sauvignon Blanc. The wines in the tasting bar are produced internally using grapes from countrywide boutique vineyards.
Additionally, the bar has tours where you can get information regarding urban winemaking. Also, watch out for the best date night deals from District Winery, which consists of tasting, waterfront dining, and a tour. Who would want to miss such a deal?
In conclusion, Washington D.C. being a Capital gives it an advantage as investors invest heavily into satisfying their customers. All types of bars can be found in Washington D.C. Besides, the diverse population that visits the City cannot fit into one category of a bar.
