The Best Pubs in Washington DC
6 pubs in Washington DC ranked by atmosphere, beer list, and history.
Washington DC pubs cluster around the political crowd. The heritage Irish pubs near the Capitol have been pouring since the 1800s, and a serious craft beer scene has emerged in the H Street Corridor and Shaw.
The pubs cluster in Capitol Hill, H Street, and Adams Morgan.
Order a Right Proper, DC Brau, or Atlas craft beer (DC local), or an Irish whiskey at a heritage pub.
The 6 best pubs in Washington DC
The Tune Inn
Heritage dive bar from 1947. Capitol staffer crowd. Cheap beer, big portions. Open daily.
The Brickskeller
Heritage beer pub from 1957 with 1,000 plus bottled beers. One of the deepest beer lists in America. Open daily.
Right Proper Brewing
DC heritage craft brewery. House brewed beers and good food. Open daily.
The Pug
Casual neighbourhood dive bar. The crowd is local and the regulars defend it. Open daily.
Capitol Hill Tandoor and Grill
Indian restaurant-pub with a serious craft beer focus. Open daily.
Black Whiskey
American whiskey specialist with around 200 whiskies. Knowledgeable bartenders. Open daily.
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