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Dive Bars in Washington DC

14 of the 319 bars we track in Washington DC have a dive-bar feel. Full listings for every city are on the Washington DC page.

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319bars statewide

A dive bar is an unpretentious neighborhood bar, usually with simple decor, low-key service and a loyal local crowd. People look for one when they want an easygoing night out. Every bar here has dive in its name or business category.

Washington 14

  1. Rocket Bar

    714 7th St NW, Washington, DC 20001

    Mon-Thu 4pm-2am, Fri 4pm-3am, Sat 3pm-3am, Sun 4pm-2am

    Dive barArcadeHappy hour
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  2. Jackpot

    726 7th St NW, Washington, DC 20001

    Mon-Thu 4pm-2am, Fri-Sat 4pm-3am, Sun 4pm-2am

    Dive barHappy hour
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  3. Lost & Found

    1240 9th St NW, Washington, DC 20001

    Dive bar
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  4. Raven Grill

    3125 Mt Pleasant St NW APT 101, Washington, DC 20010

    Dive barBar & grill
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  5. Stetsons

    1610 U St NW, Washington, DC 20009

    Dive bar
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  6. Last Call Bar

    1301 4th St NE, Washington, DC 20002

    Dive bar
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  7. Looking Glass Lounge

    3634 Georgia Ave NW, Washington, DC 20010

    Dive barLounge
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  8. Dan's Cafe

    2315 18th St NW, Washington, DC 20009

    Dive bar
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  9. Neptune Room

    5405 Georgia Ave NW, Washington, DC 20011

    Dive bar
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  10. Smith Point

    1338 Wisconsin Ave NW, Washington, DC 20007

    Dive bar
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  11. The Big Hunt

    1345 Connecticut Ave NW, Washington, DC 20036

    Dive bar
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  12. New York Avenue Beach Bar

    645 New York Ave NW, Washington, DC 20001

    Dive barBeach
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  13. Desperados

    1342 U St NW, Washington, DC 20009

    Dive bar
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  14. My Brother's Place

    237 2nd St NW, Washington, DC 20001

    Dive bar
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Bring a way to pay. Some small bars prefer cash or have limited card options, so ask before you order.

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Good to know

What makes a bar a dive bar?

There is no strict rule, but dive bars are generally casual, worn-in and local, with a simple drink list. The label is often a compliment from regulars.

Are dive bars 21+?

Bars that serve alcohol generally require guests to be 21 or older, but policies vary by venue, so check the bar's age policy.