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R.F.D. Washington
(Now Closed)Bar, American Restaurant, and Gastropub$$$$
Chinatown, Washington
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Getting loaded on beers? Then the Loaded Tots topped with cheddar cheese sauce, bacon, cilantro, red onion, & lime crema are a must!
- Bavarian Pretzels with cheese and mustard are a staple of any beer bar and here is no exception!
If you have a Southwest rapid rewards acct, I'd check out the dining rapid rewards program. RFD is on the list of participating restaurants. So you can get awesome beers and earn points all at once!
InternsROCK!May 31, 2013Interning in D.C.? Grab a key tag from The Washington Center and receive 20% off your bill if it includes a food item during InternsROCK! June 7-16th 2013. internsrockdc.com #InternsROCK
Rebekah JohnsonMarch 27, 2013Not a bad happy hour from 4-8. They tweet the special drafts of the day for $4. Service slow so order another one when a drink is delivered. Fish tacos surprisingly delicious for the east coast!
Can't beat happy hour 3-7. Great and expansive beer selection. It's my go-to bar in chinatown.
Boog SarJanuary 15, 2012I tried 2 beers new to me; Dogfish head and anderson Valley. The 1st is a little bitter which I like. And the 2nd is somewhat sweet and easy to drink, goes better with fish.
Jeremy CJune 21, 2015Terrific beer selection so stop by if your goal is to sample different beers. Otherwise, the 80s glam metal they blast, meh food and sports bar aesthetic make it feel outdated.
Campbell BirdJanuary 2, 2015Brick burger was great despite them missing the temp. Great beer selection. Avoid the calamari.
Angie HarmonSeptember 22, 2014Try the Williams Brothers Kelpie and Fraoch. Really hard to find and unique--kelp and heather beers. Hopefully they'll get Alba soon!
Fantastic beer selection, great menu, excellent service! Great place to watch a game!!! 5 out of 5 stars!
Byron WilkesJanuary 13, 2016Probably the most extensive beer list in DC? At least among the top 5. Smoking patio out back but huge non-smoking interior.- Kyle ReimerOctober 31, 2015Awesome beer list, just be weary of Caps/Wizards game days. It can get a little crowded.
Head to the patio for outdoor seating. It's covered, and a much better atmosphere than inside, which I've described as "cafeteria like."
Free standup comedy show every Thursday nite. Lots of fun, come on in to the back room, meet some DC comedians and laugh with us!
DrinkDC.comAugust 18, 2011You've got to check out Monday's Hoppy Hour starting at 3pm! Three hoppy drafts for $4 until the keg kicks! + 1/2 Off Burgers! Tell them Drink DC sent you! Read more
NPRinternsFebruary 23, 2011Intern Noah says of RFD, "Only a moment passes before our waitress sets down two beautifully poured Breckinridge 471 Double IPAs.... we agree that the Breckinridge 471 is a tasty IPA for sure."
BrettNovember 10, 2013You can get the beer battered fingers rolled in any of the wing sauces if you ask nicely!! (Thai curry, mmmmmm)
Scot McClymontApril 21, 2013Great food! When we walked in the hostess even sat is down next to the tv to watch the game. Didn't even have to ask!
Antonio BDecember 31, 2013Stopped by for a beer, ended up having dessert....the breading pudding is decadent...a must try!!!
Drink The DistrictJuly 23, 2012Gotta love these guys! Awesome staff who knows everything about their beers. And right down the street from our event location!
Elliott RosenthalFebruary 13, 2012Great place for a beer before a Caps game. Order a sample glass of Miller Lite and watch the bartender slap you in the mouth.
District Trivia and the CSN Trivia Challenge every Monday at 730pm in the back bar!
Rodrigo GabrielMarch 5, 2014Never had been in a place with so much beta beers. Great great great place
Eli AguirreJuly 19, 2014Order the loaded tots & D.C. Public Pale Ale. Can't go wrong with this choice.
Check the daily changing 'what's on tap' lists on the bar for some amazing beers!
RiotAct ComedyJune 24, 2011We had fun checking out local talent at RFD's open mic tonight! It sounds like you guys are excited for us to open in a few weeks! We can't wait to see you all at the NEW Riot Act Comedy Theater SOON!
Ryan WinnNovember 15, 2010Great spot for a chill bar night or first stop of a bender. Try the Lancaster Strawberry Wheat, by far my favorite beer.
Tom SakellFebruary 3, 2014Good and great beers. Tell the bar wench what u like and prepare to be happy.
Christy CockrellAugust 21, 2013Matt behind the bar is super awesome! Reset the free wife and brought me Sweet Baby Jesus!
MMA NationSeptember 28, 2011Great selection of bottles, plenty of seating space and across the street from the Metro. Food is so-so, but everything else on the money.
Toni DupuyMarch 19, 2013The Weihenstephan wheat beer is the oldest known heffeweizen recipe...that's what the waiter said!
If the back bar beyond the patio is open it is a whole 'nother world
Benny KaufmanMay 31, 2013They get you with Dale's Pale Ale on tap, but once you're more likely to drown in tourists than sudsy Colorado beer.
There are great specials in honor of their 10th year of operation the weekend of inauguration
Aaron WhitenerDecember 20, 2011Any beer is a great beer, but when you can pick from 1000 it's called heaven.
Kelly BarrettNovember 14, 2011This place is pretty huge. It's got a great beer selection. Good spot for large groups.
Printice MeredithNovember 21, 2014The Golden Monkey beer and the funny Comedy show on Thursday nights.
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R.F.D. Washington
810 7th St NW (btwn H & I Sts. NW)
Washington, D.C. 20001
United States
Washington, D.C. 20001
United States
RFD has over 300 of the world's finest bottled beers, the city's best collection of brewing styles and world class brews along with the best selection of local craft brewed treats.
Permanently closed (Show more)
- Mon–Thu
- 11:00 AM–2:00 AM
- Fri–Sat
- 11:00 AM–3:00 AM
- Sun
- 11:00 AM–Midnight
(202) 289-2030
Features
Reservations
Yes
Credit Cards
Yes (incl. American Express)
Wi-Fi
No
Outdoor Seating
Yes
Music
Live Music
Food & Drink
Menus
Brunch, Happy Hour
Drinks
Beer, Wine, Full Bar, Cocktails
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"Watching a Caps game live is so worth doing if you get the chance. Best live sport, period. Don't pass it up. GO CAPS!"
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