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15 Top Cocktail Bars in D.C.
The Columbia Room is one of 15 Top Cocktail Bars in D.C..

1. The Columbia Room

124 Blagden Alley NW, Washington, D.C.
Cocktail Bar · Logan Circle - Shaw · 22 tips and reviews

Michael R.Michael Recachinas: Incredible cocktail bar – the old fashioned menu is phenomenal! Get the "Right Side Up" or the "Cadiz" and you won't be disappointed! For a snack, the charcuterie plate or the furikake popcorn 👌

barmini by José Andrés is one of 15 Top Cocktail Bars in D.C..

2. barmini by José Andrés

8.8
501 9th St NW (9th St NW between E and F St NW), Washington, D.C.
Cocktail Bar · Penn Quarter · 74 tips and reviews

Alice EunjinAlice Eunjin: This is my favorite bar in the world. I loved the whiskey banana drink and aviation. Beautiful presentation and love the scent on every drink. Will def try the tasting menu next time.

Copycat Co. is one of 15 Top Cocktail Bars in D.C..

3. Copycat Co.

9.1
1110 H St NE (btwn 11th & 12th St NE), Washington, D.C.
Cocktail Bar · Capitol Hill · 25 tips and reviews

Chucho S.Chucho S.: Best cocktails on H St- a great new addition. Get any of their smashes. Excellent bartenders. Also, good and cheap dumplings/skewers but the cocktails are def the highlight! Will definitely be back

McClellan's Retreat is one of 15 Top Cocktail Bars in D.C..

4. McClellan's Retreat

8.8
2031 Florida Ave NW (at S St NW), Washington, D.C.
Whisky Bar · Kalorama · 22 tips and reviews

Hal M.Hal Mackins: Neat bar themed after the famed Civil War general, with antique photos and silver lithographs on the walls. Cool cocktails, including a "Gin & Pine" with a not-often-seen pine liqueur. Refreshing!

Bar Pilar is one of 15 Top Cocktail Bars in D.C..

5. Bar Pilar

8.2
1833 14th St NW (btwn S & T St NW), Washington, D.C.
Cocktail Bar · U-Street · 93 tips and reviews

Adam R.Adam Renz: One of the most enjoyable spots to start or end a night while on 14th. Reasonable prices and a really laid back and beautiful clientele.

All Souls Bar is one of 15 Top Cocktail Bars in D.C..

6. All Souls Bar

9.0
725 T St NW (at 8th St NW), Washington, D.C.
Cocktail Bar · U-Street · 21 tips and reviews

olivier P.olivier PEYRE: "By pairing a handsome historical space (a corner carriage house) with restaurant-quality service, All Soul sets the tone for a drinking experience that’s laid back, affordable and welcoming" FR

7. Left Door

8.7
1345 S St NW (at 14th St NW), Washington, D.C.
Cocktail Bar · U-Street · 16 tips and reviews

Julia L.Julia Lord Nickle: Great spot for cocktails! I love their take on the sazerac. 👍🏻

Jack Rose Dining Saloon is one of 15 Top Cocktail Bars in D.C..

8. Jack Rose Dining Saloon

8.6
2007 18th St NW, Washington, D.C.
Whisky Bar · Adams Morgan · 142 tips and reviews

Bitches Who BrunchBitches Who Brunch: The tiki terrace is a hidden gem upstairs. Thursdays have half-priced happy hour from 5-9 with fun drinks like the Coco Face and Navy Grog. Make sure you try the fried chicken skins! Read more.

Marvin is one of 15 Top Cocktail Bars in D.C..

9. Marvin

2007 14th St NW (at U St NW), Washington, D.C.
Bar · U-Street · 144 tips and reviews

Nushy S.Nushy SC: Several floors with great food downstairs, dancing, mingling and a great rooftop deck with a nice selection of beers. Interesting mix of people.

The Fainting Goat is one of 15 Top Cocktail Bars in D.C..

10. The Fainting Goat

1330 U St NW, Washington, D.C.
Gastropub · U-Street · 61 tips and reviews

Michael C.Michael Cox: The charcuterie board, lots of unique martinis, great waitstaff, good social spot. The apps and entrees are also highly crafted and almost all delightfully tasty.

Beuchert's Saloon is one of 15 Top Cocktail Bars in D.C..

11. Beuchert's Saloon

8.0
623 Pennsylvania Ave SE (7th St & Pennsylvania Ave), Washington, D.C.
American Restaurant · Capitol Hill · 32 tips and reviews

Behrad EatsBehrad Eats: Excellent cocktails here like the Millionaire: bourbon, mandarine napoleon, spiced grenadine, absinthe, angostura, & egg whites.

The Gibson is one of 15 Top Cocktail Bars in D.C..

12. The Gibson

2009 14th St NW (at U St NW), Washington, D.C.
Speakeasy · U-Street · 137 tips and reviews

Lucille F.Lucille Fisher: Old fashioned cocktail bar lounge offering classic cocktails from days gone by. These guys know what they are doing. Reservations recommended.

Black Jack is one of 15 Top Cocktail Bars in D.C..

13. Black Jack

7.8
1612 14th St NW (at Q St NW), Washington, D.C.
Cocktail Bar · Logan Circle - Shaw · 57 tips and reviews

Kevin K.Kevin Kestler: Great bar with a cool, laid back vibe. Delicious cocktails. They make a mean old fashioned.

Southern Efficiency is one of 15 Top Cocktail Bars in D.C..

14. Southern Efficiency

1841 7th St NW (at T St NW), Washington, D.C.
Whisky Bar · U-Street · 21 tips and reviews

Andrew D.Andrew Doll: Even when busy, good service and well executed cocktails! Try the Fourth Regiment - rye, sweet vermouth, and 3 kinds of bitters!

Denson Liquor Bar is one of 15 Top Cocktail Bars in D.C..

15. Denson Liquor Bar

8.9
600 F St NW, Washington, D.C.
Cocktail Bar · Penn Quarter · 33 tips and reviews

Sam H.Sam H: If you're feeling fancy, I recommend the Japanese whiskey, hibiki Japanese harmony. Goes down a bit smoother than other types of whiskey. Speaking of whiskey, they do make a mean old fashioned!