50 Best Bars near Kensington

“Wait staff are terrific! Friendly and helpful, they know my favorite order but don’t take it for granted that on Monday I will always ask for a burger!“

“An absolute gem in Kensington.

An outstanding beer and wine selection. The staff is great and Volker in particular has been super helpful in giving us beer recommendations and info.

If you decide to dine in they have a really nice food menu and always have a great draft list with a bunch of local Maryland beers on tap.“

“Delicious pizzas, love their doughs!!“

“Great cuisine, my risotto was just loaded with black truffle. The menu evolves with the season, and the staff is super friendly. Few places around Olney that I'm impressed by, and I can't wait to go back.“

“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!“

“I had the best experience hosting my party at Turo Bar! The team truly went above and beyond to help plan and execute everything perfectly. They were so communicative, helpful, and incredibly thoughtful throughout the entire process.

I shared my theme, and Gabriela and her team brought it to life in ways I couldn’t have imagined, they provided so many decorations and completely transformed the space. I’m so grateful for the amazing team at Turo Bar and would highly recommend it to anyone looking to host a special event!“

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

“The drink menu is creative, telling how the drinks were inspired.

I had two drinks. The first one was “Summers, Horses, Dreams”, love this one, it is a twisted from lychee martini, adding green cardamom which is insane delicious. However, I think the drink need to be colder.

Second drink was “Little Hats and Fast Trains”, highball style with Mazapan foam, I believe this is a type of peanut candy, and tamarind flavor. The foam was tasty but the tamarind was tart for me.

The staff was really helpful and nice. The atmosphere and the vibe was okay, good for dating or go with your friend.“

“Great vibes and music here!!!😎“

“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.“

“Great drinks & the servers were very attentive.“

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

“Fantastic bar with great service and food. It was like stepping back in time to how bars used to be, but in the best possible way. The bar staff were fantastic, engaging and didn't let our glasses run dry once. The atmosphere during a Fifa soccer game was amazing! The food was classic bar fare, but nicely made and yummy.“

“Press Club (1506 19th Street)**

From the moment you walk into Press Club, you’re greeted by a super stylish vibe. The decor is sleek with neutral, natural woods that give off a warm yet modern feel—so inviting and perfect for hanging out.

Their cocktails? Absolutely on point—beautifully crafted and totally delicious—plus the small bites are such savory surprises, fresh yummy. .

The music? Eclectic and cool—something for everyone and keeps the vibe lively. The crowd is diverse and friendly .

And I have to say—**Will, the bartender, is too gorgeous for words**—he makes every drink look as good as it tastes. The staff are quick and super friendly, always making you feel at home.

Bravo !
Elizabeth Faiella. Winter Park Florida“

“my favorite place in DC! 💖“

“Everything was perfect, the service, food and cocktails! Look forward to returning.“

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

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

“Great place for mussels!“

“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.“

“good food“

“Food drinks were good. Hospitality was great“

“I love this place with all my heart.“

“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.“

“Service is amazing. Friendly and efficient staff. Hotel is charming .“

“I've been wanting to go to Kbird DC since it opened, but it is a bit out of the way. My husband and I were able to stop by after our late brunch in DC and rolled in around 5/6 pm. Upon arrival, both staff members greeted us warmly and were more than happy to help us order our drinks. The bartender (I didn't catch her name) and Chelsea were wonderful and even recommended a drink for me. My husband had the Pistachio Pisco Negroni and the Tepache Manhattan. He enjoyed both. I had the Champagne Old Fashioned, and it was a refreshing spin on the classic. About an hour later, the place became livelier when a whole stream of people came in - most likely due to the upcoming theater play at 7:30 pm. Shortly after, my husband and I were pleasantly surprised to run into an old classmate and her husband, so we were able to catch-up! I look forward to coming back for one of their event nights. They usually have karaoke and trivia nights, but I can't wait to see what other events they have up their sleeve this year! The perfect spot for remote work, a cozy chat, or a group gathering.“

“Great dining experience. Amazing food with multiple course menu. Very attentive service. Good vibes atmosphere in sister location. Will reserve main location where food being prepared can be seen in action. Will be back. Reservations urged.“

“Good people, great b music.“

“Excellent beer selection and to-die-for totchos and grilled cheese sandwiches, with whatever interesting “toppings” you could imagine!“

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

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

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

“Was looking for a place to eat that granted a good selection of beers and some vegetarian options, while I spent a couple of days staying in Arlington.
Galaxy Hut has crushed my expectations.
Buffalo things were very good, beer selection is massive, but the highlight was the burger.
By far the best vegetarian burger I have ever had, and also the eggplant fries, just wow!
Do yourself a favor and give this place a try, you won't regret it one bit.“

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

“Hip bar with fun crowd, pool, and excellent cocktails“

“This is a Friendly establishment..the owners are welcoming“

“A gem in Dupont for large groups! Stellar service, incredible food and innovative/delicious drinks, and beautiful space! Our group of 12 was graciously and quickly accommodated for birthday dinner that was scheduled on the day of. Shoutout to Carson for the super attentive and helpful service!! Thank you!!“

“I think Old Ebbitt Grill are one of the best grill joints around Washington and they got the most warmed atmosphere and I also enjoyed their service a lot. Their waitress and waiters are well trained with great sense of humor and they always smile to their customers/buyers.. You all can give it a try and thank me later hehe 😜“

“Customer service was excellent throughout the visit. Staff members were friendly, professional, and efficient, ensuring that guests felt welcome and well taken care of. Even during busy periods, orders were handled promptly, and the team maintained a positive attitude.“

“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!“

“Hope you guys open soon indoors“

“The best bar on H street. The staff is top notch and always ready to pour a frothy draft or a strong cocktail. Annie, behind the bar is a true gem and always friendly.

The menu from Little Miner tacos is also fantastic, try it all!“

“Great place and great staff!“

“It was pretty pleasant had a good time“

“Amazing atmosphere and some of the best cocktails in the area!!!“

“Wonderful dining experience with a superb Mediterranean preparation for Grilled Swordfish. For dessert I was thrilled to enjoy in-house sorbet of grapefruit campari. Additionally, my host gave me a tour of the club that is the Gilded Age was a magnificent and respendid private residence. The home's previous owner is captured in a John Singer Sargent portrait. There is a great deal of American history in the Cosmos Club. I look forward to my next visit.“

“I take every friend who visits me from out of town here. The staff is lovely, the drinks are amazing, and the food is just as fantastic. The service is always top-notch, and the atmosphere never disappoints. This has become my partner’s and my go-to spot, and I recommend it to everyone. Couldn’t recommend it more!“

“Simply the Best!! Highly Recommended!!“

“Incredible vibes!
Bartender was an absolute chief throughout the night, and the karaoke hostess (kj) kept the energy up!

We absolutely loved the concept of costumed karaoke, it adds another layer of slumber party chaos to the night. People were very friendly and participated actively in the spectacle.

We will be back on Thursdays and Saturdays!!“