Jimmy Valentine's Lonely Hearts Club

There's a Spanish girl there that always serves me half shots and I'm over it. This place will never get another $$ out of me.. and I just move here literally across the street. SHE said it was a mistake because she grabbed a half shot... but 2 times. Not at $15 a shot of Don Julio darling. Extremely bias.. not interested.. and I always bring my guest over for a shot. Not to mention it's always dead empty when she's there. The guy bartender has honor and integrity... all his customers are treated the same. I appreciate that in a place of business.

Atmosphere: 2

Food: 3

Service: 1

The bouncer was being exceptionally rude to only me and came up to aggressively tell me to be more polite as I was trying to order drinks with my friends and the bartender was like “I’m
Sorry I have to ask you to leave” so apparently business is booming lol.

Great place, great service and inclusive atmosphere. I love the dark/funky vibe and DJ’s were great.

I recently went to the goth night party and feel compelled to share my experience. I had just arrived with my wife and went to an open space at the bar. I was surprised when I was shoved from behind by a girl attempting to get to the bar. It was rude, but I let it go. Then the girl said excuse me we’re standing here and I said “I’m aware and I was minding my own business. You just walked up behind me and shoved me out of nowhere?” Now I’m just confused and disheartened trying to process what is even happening. I was completely caught off guard and the interaction just made me feel uncomfortable. The bartender went to take their order and when they didn’t know what they wanted she asked me for my order. I’m a bartender and would have done the exact same thing. At that moment the two women started yelling at the bartender and accused she and I of being homophobic and racist. I don’t know who was more offended between the bartender and myself. The irony is I was there with my gay and queer friends. The aggressors were kicked out and the bartender handled it professionally. She bought me a shot after witnessing their actions which I really appreciated.

It was strange, their actions seemed like practiced behavior as if they were just looking for confrontation. It’s a shame when people throw around the words “racism” and “homophobic” so recklessly. It reduces its legitimacy and dehumanizes the people who suffer from its real effects.

If those two come across this review… you got kicked out not because of your gender, race or orientation, you got kicked because you were rude. Five stars for the bar and five stars for the bartender.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

It is with great sadness that I recount my recent experience at Jimmy Valentine’s, a place where I have typically found joy during their goth nights. My wife and I attended this past Saturday, hopeful for another enjoyable evening, but instead, we were met with disheartening treatment.

As I approached the bar, I was repeatedly shoved aside by a white man who disregarded my presence in line. I chose to let it go and not escalate the situation, understanding that the bartender was busy. However, when it was finally our turn and my wife attempted to order, the same man pushed his way through again. The bartender began to take his order before we even had the chance to fully state ours.

When I tried to explain the situation to her, I was met with rudeness and dismissiveness. I felt compelled to mention that it seemed as if her actions were influenced by racism or homophobia, given that she was prioritizing the man who had physically pushed me aside. Instead of addressing my concerns, the bartender exploded with anger, openly cursing at me, then tauntingly announcing that she was now giving the man a free shot because I had confronted her about her behavior.

In a further display of unprofessionalism, she then turned her attention to the customer next to me, completely ignoring our presence. That customer, in disbelief, expressed sympathy for what I had endured. I decided it was best for my wife to remain silent, feeling painfully aware of the discrimination we were facing. When I reiterated my intention to write a review about this incident, the bartender aggressively told us we should leave if we were unhappy—and I expressed my love for the club, just not for her treatment of me.

In disbelief, I walked away, only to find that she had summoned security to remove us without any hesitation. The DJ, who had witnessed the incident towards the end, kindly reached out to understand what had transpired, showing genuine concern. It was incredibly upsetting to realize that a place I once thought would be inclusive and safe had turned hostile.

When the DJ spoke with security, they revealed that the bartender was already aware of the man’s actions toward me, further highlighting her unacceptable behavior. As a lesbian mixed woman, this encounter left me feeling deeply disheartened, especially knowing that the bartender was a Latina woman. It pains me to witness such treatment among women or anyone else for that matter.

I had hoped for a far better experience at Jimmy Valentine’s, and it’s truly disappointing to feel marginalized in a space I wished to call a sanctuary. This experience reflects poorly on both the club and the bartender, leaving me with a heavy heart and a desire to share my story.

Service: 1

The best dive bar in DC!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Music is good but the SMELL??? Honestly, I don’t know the point of having a restroom when it smells like people can simply pick a corner. We couldn’t take it. It was cute in there and the music is good, but my nose is still burning and I’m not in there anymore. Yikes. Will not come back unless I develop a kink for urine aroma. Doubt it.

Always love stopping by this place when in the area The art is catch and staff friendly

Best bar and bartender I’ve had at ANY bar. Perfect vibe. Chill, accommodating, open, and you can talk without having to yell.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Love it there! Bestest dive bar I've been to in a while. Great staff, DJs, and customers!

Atmosphere: 5

Service: 5

Opens at 8. Has a very Hollywood vibe. Deep red lights ect. Nice people however.

Atmosphere: 5

Service: 5

Great vibe reminiscent of late 60s early 70s Europe or Asian bars. As an introvert, great time.

Atmosphere: 5

Service: 5

This place feels like my home away from home. Gus is always soooo welcoming. Also, he shares a birthday with Megan Fox. Big rec.

Atmosphere: 5

Service: 5

Always a good time!

Atmosphere: 5

Service: 5

A wonderful selection of beer and whiskey with knowledgeable bartenders. Very cool vibe. Huge shoutout to Daniel and Ellis!!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

one of my favorites ❤️

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5