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The Gibson
Speakeasy, Lounge, and Cocktail Bar$$$$
U-Street, Washington
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"We love this intimate spot for a date."(5 Tips)
"Get the Sazerac."(5 Tips)
"here request an Old Fashioned"(8 Tips)
"The benedictine is off the menu but you need it."(6 Tips)
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Angie HarmonApril 6, 2016This is the most DC of DC cocktail bars. They'll text when your wait is up.
SneakshotMarch 12, 2014Try these drinks: Glam, I been drankin & blood of Kings and ask for Frank! He's great!!!!
Mark HamrickAugust 29, 2015Explore the unknown with rare cocktails and engage the smart wait staff by asking for recommendations.
Door staff is cool. Don't try to make a reservation after 5pm- Kathryn YuSeptember 16, 2010Sit in the back patio when the weather's nice, but put on insect repellent. Order one of the gelato based drinks.
Alex LeonidasNovember 20, 2011Drinks here are STRONG and extremely well-made, but pricey. However, you really only need two drinks from here, so it's somewhat cost-effective.
Food & WineApril 21, 2011This exclusive bar with a no-standing policy is all about well-crafted cocktails, both classic and innovative. The waitstaff flames twists over drinks tableside.
Sophia Chua-RubenfeldAugust 24, 2014Wildly overrated. People lining up just because they see a line. "Speakeasy" concept lasts as far as the judgmental bouncer; inside is just another $16 cocktail spot.
Jane AirgunSeptember 29, 2010Bespoke cocktails & best old fashioned in town (Rye drinkers, try the copperfox).
Claire CorbettNovember 30, 2014You will think you're entering a sketchy place, until you get inside.
AnaFebruary 28, 2010Best cocktails anywhere ever. Try a "De la Louisiane" or just have the bartender custom make something for you.
Adam SegerSeptember 22, 2011Ask the bartenders to do some Mixology magic w/ hum while you 1st sip on a Margarita w/ a hum Float
Adrianna TanJanuary 6, 2015Worst cocktail bar I have ever been to. Smug service. When it exists, for a few seconds, that is. Bullshit bartender. Horrible drinks. The staff seem to hate each other too. Awful awful awful.
Piero MarinucciNovember 27, 2010This is a speakeasy, which means you get to pretend you're high class and exclusive, but regretably, they would even let me in.
Ken GermerJanuary 22, 2010The Blackbird is a reddish drink, but it's delicious. Their juleps are great too.
Gina WilliamsAugust 8, 2022Walked out without eating. The waitress had a bad attitude from the time she seated us.
Hotel TonightMay 2, 2011For a truly memorable experience, ignore the menu and let the bartenders do their thing.
- Greg ReedMarch 29, 2012Don't order from the menu, describe what you like and see what the bartenders come up with
Greg GioiaNovember 26, 2009So I've drank in 48 states, DC, and half of Europe, and this may be the best bar I've ever visited. Tiffany rocks.
Kate 🍸 E.J.February 26, 2011Don't like bourbon? Ask for a Brunswick Sour, you won't be disappointed..
Brian CopelandMay 12, 2010Congrats on getting the hot NAR ticket of the week. We're honored you've chosen to spend tonight with YPN!
Alyssa GuoAugust 24, 2014Service is terrible and the drinks are just mediocre. I would say avoid if possible. There are way better spots in the area
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Closed until 6:00 PM (Show more)
- Mon–Thu, Sun
- 6:00 PM–1:00 AM
- Fri–Sat
- 6:00 PM–2:00 AM
(202) 232-2156
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Reservations
Yes
Credit Cards
Yes (incl. American Express)
Wi-Fi
No
Outdoor Seating
Yes
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Happy Hour
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Wine, Full Bar, Cocktails
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