The 30 best dive bars in H Street, Washington DC — ranked by locals and updated weekly.
30 venues · Updated weekly
Shaw · $$$$ · Smart Casual
James Beard Award-winning cocktail bar with a tasting room, punch garden, and spirits library.
Shaw · $$ · Casual
DC's favorite LGBTQ+ sports bar with drag brunch, trivia nights, and a massive roof deck.
Capitol Hill · $$$ · Smart Casual
Georgian restaurant that transforms into a late-night bar. Georgian wines, khinkali dumplings, and live music.

Southwest Waterfront · $$ ·
1710 Tavern is a popular spot in Southwest Waterfront with 21 reviews and a 5 star rating.

Chinatown · $$ ·
Good to Great is a popular spot in Chinatown with 13 reviews and a 5 star rating.

Chinatown · $$ ·
Cheekys is a popular spot in Chinatown with 15 reviews and a 5 star rating.

Chinatown · $$ ·
Alpine Plant Bar is a popular spot in Chinatown with 8 reviews and a 5 star rating.

Chinatown · $$ ·
La Bonne Vie is a popular spot in Chinatown with 28 reviews and a 5 star rating.

Chinatown · $$ ·
El Oasis Grill and Bar is a popular spot in Chinatown with 4 reviews and a 5 star rating.

Washington DC · $$ ·
Peninsulas Brewing is a popular bar in Washington DC with 2 reviews and a 5 star rating.

Washington DC · $$ ·
Chacho is a popular bar in Washington DC with 16 reviews and a 5 star rating.

Chinatown · $$ ·
The Back Yard is a popular spot in Chinatown with 36 reviews and a 4.9 star rating.

Chinatown · $$ ·
Rehanas is a popular spot in Chinatown with 7 reviews and a 4.9 star rating.

Washington DC · $$ ·
Mieza Blendery is a popular bar in Washington DC with 18 reviews and a 4.9 star rating.

Washington DC · $$ ·
sangfroid distilling is a popular bar in Washington DC with 12 reviews and a 4.9 star rating.

Washington DC · $$ ·
Shmidt Spirits is a popular bar in Washington DC with 16 reviews and a 4.9 star rating.

Washington DC · $$ ·
Don Ciccio & Figli is a popular bar in Washington DC with 38 reviews and a 4.9 star rating.

Southwest Waterfront · $$ ·
Bottle Room is a popular spot in Southwest Waterfront with 17 reviews and a 4.8 star rating.

Southwest Waterfront · $$ ·
Pizzoco Pizza Parlor is a popular spot in Southwest Waterfront with 251 reviews and a 4.8 star rating.

Southwest Waterfront · $$ ·
Phantom Power is a popular spot in Southwest Waterfront with 4 reviews and a 4.8 star rating.

Chinatown · $$ ·
The Heist is a popular spot in Chinatown with 12 reviews and a 4.8 star rating.

Chinatown · $$ ·
Harbor Tandoor is a popular spot in Chinatown with 278 reviews and a 4.8 star rating.

Chinatown · $$ ·
The Ready Room Cocktail Bar is a popular spot in Chinatown with 5 reviews and a 4.8 star rating.

Chinatown · $$ ·
Jarern Thai Cuisine is a popular spot in Chinatown with 5 reviews and a 4.8 star rating.

Chinatown · $$ ·
The RAD House is a popular spot in Chinatown with 17 reviews and a 4.8 star rating.

Chinatown · $$ ·
Southpaw is a popular spot in Chinatown with 25 reviews and a 4.8 star rating.

Washington DC · $$ ·
Streetcar 82 Brewing Co. is a popular bar in Washington DC with 71 reviews and a 4.8 star rating.
Shaw · $$ · Casual
Classic Shaw cocktail bar known for perfect drinks, no-frills atmosphere, and welcoming staff.

Chinatown · $$ ·
Everest Spice Bar & Grill is a popular spot in Chinatown with 22 reviews and a 4.7 star rating.

Chinatown · $$ ·
Sailor Oyster Bar is a popular spot in Chinatown with 306 reviews and a 4.7 star rating.
Jimmy Valentine's Lonely Hearts Club in Bloomingdale and Little Miss Whiskey's on H Street are beloved locals. DC9 on U Street has great cheap drinks and live music.
H Street NE, Bloomingdale, and U Street have the highest concentration of great dive bars. Adams Morgan also has several classic dives.
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