Bars

Stylish, family-owned bar/eatery with Southern comfort food classics & weekend brunch.

Lively bar with a patio offering pub grub & live bands, plus trivia, dancing & more.

Whiskey-based cocktails served in hip, laid-back locale with gallery & music space.

Sook DC has a low-key, no-frills atmosphere where the crowd is a mix of locals and those just passing through. The noise level is moderate, making it easy to chat while enjoying a drink. Located on U Street, the bar picks up energy from the surrounding nightlife, making it feel like a natural stop before heading to a show or heading home.

Lively gay bar draws a crowd of regulars to its clubby interior for drinks & VJ/DJs upstairs.

Cafe with an aviation theme & tin ceiling serves an eclectic bistro menu to a neighborhood crowd.

Cool wine bar for New American small plates & more upstairs; with market bistro & tasting bar below.

New American fare, craft beer & cocktails served in upbeat, rustic-chic environs with sports on TV.

Old-world dining room with traditional Italian veal, seafood & pasta dishes, plus sidewalk seating.

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

A longtime spot (since 1992) offering West African fare & live music in a casual, bi-level setting.

Airy, stylish outlet offering elevated American comfort cuisine, plus a dog-friendly beer garden.

La Jambe brings a slice of Paris to NoMa with its unpretentious, laid-back vibe. You’ll find a crowd of locals unwinding over glasses of natural wine and charcuterie boards, creating a buzz that feels both relaxed and engaging. The space is small but lively, with a blend of soft chatter and clinking glasses that sets a pleasant backdrop for a casual evening.

Sports bar-cum-nightclub shows live international soccer games on a giant screen & numerous TVs.

Retro game-filled basement bar & lounge for beer, cocktails & pinball plus Shake Shack takeout fare.

Karaoke nights, pool tables, darts & beers on tap draw a diverse crowd to this no-frills bar.