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The Gibson
(Now Closed)Speakeasy, Lounge, and Cocktail Bar$$$$
U-Street, Washington
The experts at Travel + Leisure and Food & Wine recommend this place
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AskMenFebruary 9, 2010The Gibson, the sleek speakeasy that treats cocktails like extensions of the fine-dining service, not lubrications for it. With some added space the waits should now be shorter for this A-List place.
David MorarSeptember 20, 2013Ted is the best! Ask for the "dry but refreshing" drink. It'll blow your mind.
Ashley RMarch 7, 2012Ask for the classic "south side" drink for a refreshing gin and mint infused cocktail!
Next time you are here request an Old Fashioned, Sazerac, or Lion's Tail with @AtlanticoRum awesome!
Door staff is cool. Don't try to make a reservation after 5pm
Claire CorbettNovember 30, 2014You will think you're entering a sketchy place, until you get inside.
Sophia Chua-RubenfeldAugust 24, 2014Wildly overrated. People lining up just because they see a line. "Speakeasy" concept lasts as far as the judgmental bouncer; inside is just another $16 cocktail spot.
Piero MarinucciNovember 27, 2010This is a speakeasy, which means you get to pretend you're high class and exclusive, but regretably, they would even let me in.- Kathryn YuSeptember 16, 2010Sit in the back patio when the weather's nice, but put on insect repellent. Order one of the gelato based drinks.
AnaFebruary 28, 2010Best cocktails anywhere ever. Try a "De la Louisiane" or just have the bartender custom make something for you.
Adam SegerSeptember 22, 2011Ask the bartenders to do some Mixology magic w/ hum while you 1st sip on a Margarita w/ a hum Float
Adrianna TanJanuary 6, 2015Worst cocktail bar I have ever been to. Smug service. When it exists, for a few seconds, that is. Bullshit bartender. Horrible drinks. The staff seem to hate each other too. Awful awful awful.
Jane AirgunSeptember 29, 2010Bespoke cocktails & best old fashioned in town (Rye drinkers, try the copperfox).
Alex LeonidasNovember 20, 2011Drinks here are STRONG and extremely well-made, but pricey. However, you really only need two drinks from here, so it's somewhat cost-effective.
Hotel TonightMay 2, 2011For a truly memorable experience, ignore the menu and let the bartenders do their thing.- Greg ReedMarch 29, 2012Don't order from the menu, describe what you like and see what the bartenders come up with
Brian CopelandMay 12, 2010Congrats on getting the hot NAR ticket of the week. We're honored you've chosen to spend tonight with YPN!
Greg GioiaNovember 26, 2009So I've drank in 48 states, DC, and half of Europe, and this may be the best bar I've ever visited. Tiffany rocks.
Ken GermerJanuary 22, 2010The Blackbird is a reddish drink, but it's delicious. Their juleps are great too.
Michael PerryDecember 17, 2009the cricketeer is fantastic. smooth rum with a bit of ginger a fantastic combo
Kate 🍸 E.J.February 26, 2011Don't like bourbon? Ask for a Brunswick Sour, you won't be disappointed..
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- Mon–Thu, Sun
- 6:00 PM–1:00 AM
- Fri–Sat
- 6:00 PM–2:00 AM
(202) 232-2156
Features
Reservations
Yes
Credit Cards
Yes (incl. American Express)
Wi-Fi
No
Outdoor Seating
Yes
Food & Drink
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Happy Hour
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Wine, Full Bar, Cocktails
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Mattglobetrottingfoodie M - 7.2
"16-Feb: Visited with Ericka/Fi. Solid drinks, loud music (hard to hear), old school hip hop, felt a bit clubby given the intimate setting?"
H L - 7.0
"Cocktails are around $15. Exposed brick, low lounge chair/table areas, projections on walls: very LA or NY vibe. Don't get the Pisco Sour - its premade."
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