50 Best Bars near District Heights

“I highly recommend Bistro 64 Bar & Grill to dine with loved ones. I loved everything about this place! The vibe was relaxed but still felt a bit upscale, and the food was honestly way better than I expected. You can tell they put thought into every dish to serve a diverse audience. Our server was super friendly and made great recommendations. Will definitely be back!“

“This is my local liquor store for wine and spirits.Great prices. The staff is very friendly and I'm glad they recognize me and always speak. Store is very neat and clean. Very wide selection of alcohol.Plenty of parking and had a drive thru for convenience. They have 2 food trucks on the property as well.“

“I had an amazing experience hosting a large party at El Techo. The owner and team were great! As were the food, drinks, ambiance and service. 10/10, I would recommend this place to anyone“

“From the cocktails to the service…our experience was top notch all around! Highly recommend!“

“This my first time here and it was probably one of the best experience I’ve ever had at a bar in DC . I’ll definitely be back for my birthday next week. Love the atmosphere“

“Toro Bar is honestly one of my favorite spots to chill. The bartender is awesome — super friendly and really makes you feel welcome as soon as you walk in. Drinks are great, and having a pool table there just adds to the vibe. Perfect place to hang out with friends and kick back.“

“Massive selection of beers on tap including cask ales and the friendliest bar staff! Thanks 😊“

“it's about time! Mocktails are my jam these days. Thanks so much for opening a cool bar I don't have to worry about a drunk fight or gun shots breaking out.“

“I've been here 3 times and this place is probably my current favorite bar in the city. The drinks, the food, the vibes, and the service are all impeccable. I keep bringing out of towners and everyone loves it.

I've had pretty much every drink and food item on the menu and they're each unique and worth trying. I particularly like the elevated papusas and michelada feels fancy yet somehow still authentic. However, the Ni de Aqui Ni de Alla drink perfectly summarizes the place and fits well with their current Top 50 Latin playlist in the background. You don't often hear Bad Bunny, Ozuna, and the latest Shakira in high-end cocktail bars. While anyone can feel at home here, it's a particular joy to those who've lived in Latin America.

Note that it's generally reservation only and quite intimate with just a bar area downstairs and about 3 small tables upstairs.“

“The food is wonderful. We always eat here when we come up from Richmond, VA. The staff is great as well.“

“Food drinks were good. Hospitality was great“

“The burger was excellent—definitely the highlight of the meal. Everything else was solid and okay overall. The biggest issue was the service. Only one staff member was handling both the tables and the bar for the entire restaurant, so things moved really slowly. Despite that, they were friendly and doing their best under the circumstances. With better staffing, this place could be fantastic.“

“I’ve now dined here for dinner and brunch and both experiences were top notch. I’m impressed with the commitment to healthy foods and preparation throughout the process. The menu was intriguing and we enjoyed all of our selections. From the focaccia bread to the beets to the fennel salad and fried meatballs, the appetizers were delightful. The raviolini and beef heart bolognese pastas were remarkable too! My hubby loved his veal and the I forgot to mention all the fun mocktails (kids tried the elderberry and I enjoyed the homemade ginger ale)! I’m stoked to have this brunch option on Sundays following church now! Thank you, Team Ama!“

“I love this place with all my heart.“

“Games and a gnosh to eat?! Absolutely!! I never knew this was here. I highly recommend this bar/restaurant/arcade.“

“Great drinks & the servers were very attentive.“

“my favorite place in DC! 💖“

“Great service, delicious food, and an amazing atmosphere!“

“When you think of a speakeasy… this place looks like what comes to mind. Down a flight of stairs leading to oversized doors you find yourself stepping back in time and greeted by a skilled bartender sporting a handlebar mustache. Great for an after dinner drink or to just hang out with friends.“

“My best friend and I stumbled upon Tap 99 and loved what we saw regarding the drink wall. The staff was great in explaining how it worked, gave excellent recommendations, and the food was off the charts! Lots of TVs with sports games. Indoor and outdoor seating options. Highly recommend!“

“Adam was a great server , he made me an awesome nonalcoholic beverage . & def recommend the steak taco. The pickled jalapeños are delicious . & music is good.“

“The Ahi Tuna Wonton Nachos are life! The sushi was tasty and fresh and the bartenders were very attentive despite being VERY busy!“

“What an amazing experience!! Went here for my boyfriends birthday and the service with Sam was spectacular. He gave amazing recommendations and took our likes into consideration. Overall amazing service and the food was amazing can’t wait to come back!!“

“great staff. good beer deals. above average bar food. lots of TVs. awesome deck“

“oh my goodness! this place is incredibly cute!! i had a recommendation from a friend, and decided to stop by, Chelsea served us and she was so friendly and welcoming, the vibe was so chill (a sunday night) and i loved all of the decor, and it being next to a theater made me super happy. i will definitely be coming back!!!“

“Went here for the first time with my friends last night, everybody working made it a memorable experience! Isaiah makes the best drinks hands down and knows how to give top notch customer service. The owner was present at that time and he was kind enough to interact with us.“

“A chill, super affirming space and the food and drinks were great! I’ll definitely be back soon.“

“Best bartenders in DC. I will not be explaining this, it is pure fact!“

“This place is intoxicating!! The decor is very Gatsbyesque! Totally cool private gin club speakeasy vibe. Went here for after dinner drinks with my girlfriends and it really hit the mark! The cocktails were gorgeous and delicious! I recommend the Gimlet. Staff was attentive and knowledgeable. It was a perfect ending to our girls trip and I can't wait to bring my husband for date night!!! Highly recommend!“

“Not recommended at all! Never ever coming back worst service ever!!“

“The Haymaker is a great cocktail bar and has some of the best and hardest working bartenders in DC. When we arrived, the bar counter seats were almost full. Three cocktails in and the whole place was packed with 90/95% having cocktails, our refills still came quickly. Why only 4 star? They have changed the food menu and not for the better. The dumplings are still great. We also had the quesadilla. My wife liked it, I thought it was generic. We both thought the loaded tots were a major fail, the 'load', what little there was of it, had all fallen off and was in the bottom of the bowl. The draft beer choice is also weak, with Goose Island being their premium beer. I hope they change up their menu for the better.“

“It's a VIBE. The drinks are delicious, and everyone in the space is there to throw a party. Cocktail bars can be intimidating sometimes, but the people at Bar Betsie will make sure you're comfortable. I'm in love with the mirror on the back wall. The bar is in proximity to a lot of restaurants, both casual and upscale, which makes it super easy to make it there either before or after dinner.“

“Ashley was our server and she was wonderful! We love the vibe and will definitely be back. Ft. Washington ROCKS! Happy Birthday Cindy!!!

It’s a great place for friends—old and new—to grab a karaoke room and have fun together.

Note for ladies: purses are searched at entry. Nothing went wrong, but a heads-up ahead of time would have been appreciated. Also, be aware there are many stairs.“

“I have been coming to Jackpot regularly for almost three years now. It is, by definition, a dive bar, and they do it incredibly well. Free unlimited popcorn, weekly rotating draft beer, bring your own food…What’s not to love?

Jackpot is a great spot to come to after work to take a load off and relax. If you come between 4-8pm they’re usually not too busy and you can find a spot at the bar. They also offer their happy hour during this time and it’s a very competitive happy hour compared to other bars in the area; $5 rail drinks and $2 off all beer (though they do have a few specialty craft beers that are not eligible for happy hour pricing).

The music they play depends on who is bartending, but regardless, they’re always playing some fire tunes. Every time I’ve come in here, I’ve always been greeted with a smile and served within a few minutes, without fail. The bartending staff are always so friendly and accommodating. They’re also always willing to hold some amazing conversation, so long as they aren’t busy, which is the case most of the time except late night on Fridays and Saturdays.

Overall, if you’re looking for a chill dive bar with some good beer and great staff, Jackpot will always get the job done.“

“The food was amazing and the service was great“

“My favorite neighborhood dive bar. Great food, great drinks, great atmosphere, impeccable barkeeps.“

“Dropped in to this cool neighborhood BAR for a cocktail on a chilly night. The friendly bartender “Chris” made me a delicious ‘Better, Better’ cocktail with Jamaican Doctorbird Rum. The food MENU is limited. 100% come for vibe, drinks, service, and atmosphere.“

“No one else does it better! Thank you Death & Co!“

“great time and the bartender was awesome!“

“Yeah, this is the bar you’re on Google to find. Dive? Yes. Strangely clean for a dive? Yes. Reasonable prices (for DC)? Also yes. Bumping club music with tons of college students looking for blow? No. If that’s you, go somewhere else. I walk past four GREAT bars to go to Snappys for a drinks and hang. Close to Georgia Ave/Petworth metro stop. Enter through a nondescript door for a great time. Mas Tacos next door is great as well.“

“Great cocktails, excellent service.“

“Hey guys want to give you all a big shout out for taking care of our Vets that are sitting in protesting the national guard and educating them about attacking our own citizens in your city. they said they stopped in to have a drink and the guy went to pay for the round and you covered their bill at least for the first round. THANK YOU FOR LOOKING OUT FOR OUR TRUE VETERANS. and GOD BLESS them and YOUR ESTABLISHMENT.“

“The greatest bar in DC period“

“Simply the Best!! Highly Recommended!!“

“Love the vibes here good cocktails good people great time.“

“Happy hour mini crab cakes were awesome!!!“

“Great pub for watching NFL, NCAA, Soccer any sport! Great staff bar tenders, for bar food not bad. The beer is cold! Watched several games here, always a good time, outside seating, and also has a TV.“

“Can't recommend this place enough!! The entrance is actually very hidden which adds to the speakeasy element. The bartenders are excellent, especially Jake who was controlling the music and making our fab Tom Collins. Highly recommend!!!“

“Stop in today on a Sunday with my beautiful lady. I was immediately greeted which was nice. My server/bartender Shanita was great. I even met the owner Grant.. very friendly people here. I ordered the crab cake sandwich, fries and Mac n cheese 🧀. Everything was good, my girl loved the food and the music was a vibe. I would definitely recommend visiting this spot if you I the area. Although, we both doing dry January the drink prices are very reasonable compared to most places in DC. Had a great time.“

“A+ location for a tourist to DC. It is being run properly, the service was solid, the food is more than acceptable bar food. Most importantly, the cigar list was on point, and my group of 6 guys all purchased at least one- and they all were fresh like they were just rolled.
The members werent snobby, and there was a surprising ratio of women dining while I was there (in a good way).“