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Best Happy Hour Washington, DC


From appetizer specials to deals on drinks, these Washington, DC bars and restaurants offer some of the best happy hours to be found in the area.


 

Agora Turkish
14/20
1527 17th St. NW
Washington, DC 20036
202-332-6767 | Menu
Snappy Greek-Turkish eatery with a diverse menu in midtown DC. More...

Ardeo+Bardeo New American
14/20
Dining Room at Ardeo+Bardeo, Washington, DC 3311 Connecticut Ave. NW
Washington, DC 20008
202-244-6750 | Menu
One of upper Connecticut’s favorite gathering places for contemporary fare. More...

Art and Soul Southern
14/20
The Liaison Capitol Hill
415 New Jersey Ave. NW
Washington, DC 20001
202-393-7777 | Menu
Enjoy haute Southern cooking in a contemporary setting. More...

Bangkok Joe's Thai
12/20
Washington Harbour Complex
3000 K St. NW
Washington, DC 20007
202-333-4422 | Menu
High-flying Thai stars dumplings and noodles. More...

Birch & Barley American
14/20
Dining Room at Birch & Barley, Washington, DC 1337 14th St. NW
Washington, DC 20005
202-567-2576 | Menu
Hot, hip and happening, with American fare, for every age. More...

BlackSalt Restaurant Seafood
14/20
Dining Room at BlackSalt Restaurant, Washington, DC 4883 MacArthur Blvd. NW
Washington, DC 20007
202-342-9101 | Menu
One of DC’s premiere seafood restaurants, and a seafood market as well. More...

Brasserie Beck Belgian
15/20
Dining Room at Brasserie Beck, Washington, DC 1101 K St. NW
Washington, DC 20005
202-408-1717 | Menu
Robert Wiedmaier's Belgian-French cooking in a highly diverting setting. More...

Ceiba Latin American
13/20
701 14th St. NW
Washington, DC 20005
202-393-3983 | Menu
Ceiba is a Latin dreamwork with a far-fetched menu and a dramatic setting. More...

Chef Geoff's American
12/20
Dining Room at Chef Geoff 1301 Pennsylvania Ave. NW
Washington, DC 20004
202-464-4461 | Menu
This eatery three blocks from the White House offers New American cuisine. More...

Clyde’s of Gallery Place American
14/20
Gallery Place
707 Seventh St. NW
Washington, DC 20001
202-349-3700 | Menu
You've gotta love Clyde's: the cooks come through with good American fare. More...

Clyde's of Georgetown American
14/20
Georgetown Park
3236 M St. NW
Washington, DC 20007
202-333-9180 | Menu
One of DC’s best destinations for burgers, chili, brews, pub food and family fare. More...

Co Co. Sala Contemporary
13/20
Dining Room at Co Co. Sala, Washington, DC 929 F St. NW
Washington, DC 20004
202-347-4265 | Menu
A chocoholic's dream; it’s in everything from macaroni and cheese to soufflés. More...

El Centro D.F. Mexican
14/20
Dining Room at El Centro D.F., Washington, DC 1819 14th St. NW
Washington, DC 20009
202-328-3131 | Menu
High-class Mexican street food in a vibrant setting. More...

Firefly American
14/20
Dining Room at Firefly, Washington, DC Hotel Madera
1310 New Hampshire Ave. NW
Washington, DC 20036
202-861-1310 | Menu
Inspired American cooking from chef Daniel Bortnick. More...

Hank's Oyster Bar Seafood
14/20
1624 Q St. NW
Washington, DC 20009
202-462-4265 | Menu
Dupont Circle celebrates this trendy seafood bar. More...

Masa 14 Asian
14/20
Dining Room at Masa 14, Washington, DC 1825 14th St. NW
Washington, DC 20009
202-328-1414 | Menu
Hot destination for a fusion of the best of Asian and Latino flavors. More...

Matchbox Pizza
13/20
713 H St. NW
Washington, DC 20001
202-289-4441 | Menu
Match up your pizza passions with toppings galore. More...

Nage Bistro American
13/20
Courtyard Washington Embassy Row
1600 Rhode Island Ave. NW
Washington, DC 20036
202-448-8005 | Menu
A vibrant menu filled with casual American meat and seafood dishes. More...

Old Ebbitt Grill American
14/20
675 15th St. NW
Washington, DC 20005
202-347-4800 | Menu
American fare in a restaurant that captures the city's be-there spirit in an exuberant, old-world setting. More...

Oyamel Cocina Mexicana Mexican
14/20
Dining Room at Oyamel Cocina Mexicana, Washington, DC 401 Seventh St. NW
Washington, DC 20004
202-628-1005 | Menu
Another gem in the José Andrés constellation. More...

Palena Contemporary
14/20
3529 Connecticut Ave. NW
Washington, DC 20008
202-537-9250 | Menu
Palena is one of Cleveland Park’s more upscale neighborhood restaurants, and easier on the pocketbook with its casual-café addition. More...

Proof American
13/20
Dining Room at Proof, Washington, DC 775 G St. NW
Washington, DC 20001
202-737-7663 | Menu
Glossy and pricey wine-and-drinks bar-restaurant with trendy foods. More...

Rasika Indian
14/20
Dining Room at Rasika, Washington, DC 633 D St. NW
Washington, DC 20004
202-637-1222 | Menu
Classic Indian cooking in a contemporary setting. More...

Urbana Restaurant & Wine Bar Italian
14/20
Hotel Palomar
2121 P St. NW
Washington, DC 20037
202-956-6650 | Menu
Great expectations for the Italian-American menu (fulfilled), with a clubby scene to match. More...


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