Best Bars in Washington, DC

Chic spot with a South American feel serving modern Peruvian fare, cocktails & beer.

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Iconic tavern offering American meals, including popular oyster specials, in Victorian-style digs.

American surf 'n' turf restaurant serving upmarket fare & cocktails in a lavish space.

Bustling eatery for breakfast any time & American fare, plus a large menu of boozy milkshakes.

Distillery and eatery with wide-ranging international menu and drinks mixed with housemade spirits.

Turkish small plates & cocktails served in a trendy, low-lit, brick-walled space or on the patio.

Marc Vidal's light, wood-paneled Spanish tapas destination, with lots of wines for pairing.

Landmark indie bookstore & cafe with a menu of upscale American fare, wine & draft beer. Open late.

Japanese noodle soups ladled out in casual, funky digs with yellow and blue walls and rustic tables.

Spanish small plates & wine presented in rustic yet elegant digs with courtyard & outdoor fireplace.

High-end sports-bar chain with a huge menu of New American fare & an extensive list of draft beers.

Polished restaurant & lounge serving contemporary Indian food, wine & cocktails.

Lively nightclub & restaurant serves comfort food & drinks amongst contemporary decor & chandeliers.

Retro-themed, 3-story nightclub featuring '80s & '90s music amid throwback decor & artwork.

Iconic riverfront hotel with contemporary rooms & suites, plus a rooftop bar, fine dining & a spa.

Polished restaurant & lounge serving contemporary Indian food, wine & cocktails.

Globally inspired cuisine and craft cocktails served in an elegant hotel space with a courtyard.

Small shopping center with a facade of historic row houses & a mix of stores & casual restaurants.

Industrial-chic joint serving dumplings, shumai, and other Chinese finger foods, plus cocktails and wine.