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Dupont Circle Nightlife Guide
Dupont Circle bars and nightlife — rooftop lounges, hookah bars, LGBTQ+ venues, and DC's longest-running clubs.
Vibe: LGBTQ+-friendly, cosmopolitan, diverse, established bar scene
LGBTQ+HookahRooftop barsCocktail bars
Browse by type in Dupont Circle:
37 venues in Dupont Circle
1
Rosebar DC
Featuredrooftop · $$$ · Upscale
DC's top hip-hop rooftop lounge with heated outdoor patio.
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Eighteenth Street Lounge
Featuredlounge · $$ · Smart Casual
Legendary ESL — intimate multi-room lounge in a historic townhouse with world music and vinyl DJs.
3
Bier Baron Tavern
bar · $$ · Casual
Underground beer hall with 500+ beers from around the world and cozy basement atmosphere.
4
Kabin
karaoke · $$ · Casual
Private karaoke rooms with an extensive song catalog, cocktails, and Japanese-inspired bites.
5
Mallard
bars · $$ ·
Mallard is a popular spot in Dupont Circle with 68 reviews and a 4.4 star rating.
6
Board Room DC
bar · $ · Casual
Casual bar with 35+ board games, cheap drinks, and a welcoming crowd — perfect for groups.
7
Kingfisher
bars · $$ ·
Kingfisher is a popular spot in Dupont Circle with 125 reviews and a 4.3 star rating.
8
Astoria DC
bars · $$$ ·
Astoria DC is a popular spot in Dupont Circle with 607 reviews and a 4.3 star rating.
9
Gerrard Street Kitchen
bars · $$ ·
Gerrard Street Kitchen is a popular spot in Dupont Circle with 86 reviews and a 4.3 star rating.
10
JR's Bar & Grill
bar · $ · Casual
Dupont Circle mainstay serving the community for 30+ years; daily events and drink specials.
11
Amparo Fondita
bar · $$ ·
Amparo Fondita is a popular spot in Dupont Circle with 116 reviews and a 4.2 star rating.
12
Ozio
hookah · $$$ · Smart Casual
Hookah on the rooftop lounge with retractable cover near Dupont Circle.
13
The Fireplace
bar · $ · Casual
Unpretentious neighborhood gay bar open daily until 3 AM. Long-standing Dupont institution with no attitude.
14
Decades DC
club · $$ · Casual
Multi-level club with themed floors spanning different decades of music — 70s, 80s, 90s, and 2000s.
15
JINYA Ramen Bar - Logan Circle
bar · $$ ·
JINYA Ramen Bar - Logan Circle is a popular spot in Dupont Circle with 1402 reviews and a 4.1 star rating.
16
Blue Duck Tavern
bar · $$$ ·
Blue Duck Tavern is a popular spot in Dupont Circle with 2775 reviews and a 4.1 star rating.
17
The Mirror
bar · $$ ·
The Mirror is a popular spot in Dupont Circle with 252 reviews and a 4.1 star rating.
18
Dovetail Bar & Restaurant
bar · $$ ·
Dovetail Bar & Restaurant is a popular spot in Dupont Circle with 71 reviews and a 4.1 star rating.
19
Lucy Bar
bar · $$ ·
Lucy Bar is a popular spot in Dupont Circle with 75 reviews and a 4.1 star rating.
20
Vortex
bar · $$ ·
Vortex is a popular spot in Dupont Circle with 49 reviews and a 4.1 star rating.
21
Tiki On 18th
bar · $$ ·
Tiki On 18th is a popular spot in Dupont Circle with 250 reviews and a 4.1 star rating.
22
North Italia
bar · $$ ·
North Italia is a popular spot in Dupont Circle with 571 reviews and a 4.1 star rating.
23
Ibiza Nightclub
club · $$ · Casual
Long-running Dupont Circle club known for Latin nights, house music, and a diverse crowd.
24
Ozio Rooftop
rooftop · $$$ · Smart Casual
Upscale rooftop hookah lounge with craft cocktails and Mediterranean small plates.
25
Dauphine’s
bar · $$$ ·
Dauphine’s is a popular spot in Dupont Circle with 499 reviews and a 4 star rating.
26
Grazie Mille
bar · $$ ·
Grazie Mille is a popular spot in Dupont Circle with 78 reviews and a 4 star rating.
27
Takara 14
bar · $$$ ·
Takara 14 is a popular spot in Dupont Circle with 172 reviews and a 4 star rating.
28
Lucky Buns
bar · $$ ·
Lucky Buns is a popular spot in Dupont Circle with 633 reviews and a 4 star rating.
29
Proper 21 - K Street
bar · $$ ·
Proper 21 - K Street is a popular spot in Dupont Circle with 250 reviews and a 4 star rating.
30
Kaimaki
bar · $$ ·
Kaimaki is a popular spot in Dupont Circle with 5 reviews and a 4 star rating.
31
Rosemarino D Italia - Washington
bar · $$ ·
Rosemarino D Italia - Washington is a popular spot in Dupont Circle with 255 reviews and a 4 star rating.
32
Colada Shop
bar · $$ ·
Colada Shop is a popular spot in Dupont Circle with 628 reviews and a 4 star rating.
33
Eden Lounge
hookah · $$ · Casual
Middle Eastern hookah lounge with plush seating, exotic cocktails, and a lively atmosphere.
34
Good Love
lounges · $$ ·
Good Love is a popular spot in Dupont Circle with 4 reviews and a 3.3 star rating.
35
Bar Rouge
lounges · $$ ·
Bar Rouge is a popular spot in Dupont Circle with 26 reviews and a 3.2 star rating.
36
Statler Lounge
lounges · $$ ·
Statler Lounge is a popular spot in Dupont Circle with 27 reviews and a 2.8 star rating.
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Ink
lounges · $$ ·
Ink is a popular spot in Dupont Circle with 4 reviews and a 1.3 star rating.