JR's Bar

📍 Gay bars in Washington

6.2

JR's Bar, a storied gay bar nestled in Dupont Circle, Washington D.C., offers a blend of nostalgia and modern appeal. Known for its fast, friendly service and potent, reasonably priced drinks, JR's Bar has maintained its charm over the years. The bar is tastefully decorated and features a popular front patio for people-watching.

Expect a mix of age groups, especially on crowded nights with lively music. The bar's overlook section provides a reprieve from the bustle. Drag nights are a highlight, with talented performers adding to the fun atmosphere. The staff is sweet and friendly, ensuring a pleasant experience overall.

Features and services of JR's Bar

Service options

  • Outdoor seating
  • Dine-in

Highlights

  • Fast service
  • Great cocktails
  • Live performances
  • Quiz night
  • Sport

Offerings

  • Alcohol
  • Beer
  • Cocktails
  • Dancing
  • Happy-hour drinks
  • Spirits
  • Wine

Dining options

  • Seating
  • Table service

Amenities

  • Gender-neutral toilets
  • Toilet

Atmosphere

  • Casual
  • Cosy
  • Trendy

Crowd

  • Groups
  • LGBTQ+ friendly
  • Tourists
  • Transgender safe space

Payments

  • Credit cards
  • Debit cards

Parking

  • Free of charge street parking
  • Paid street parking

JR's Bar is in position 5 out of 10 in gay bars in Washington

Customer Reviews

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JR's Bar has a rating of 4.2 out of 5 based on over 220 reviews on Google

Michael M

Having lived in DC many years ago and frequenting JR's all the time, its was fun to go there again on a recent trip. The good thing is that this legendary Dupont Circle bar has not changed and that is good. The service was fast and friendly. The drinks were strong and reasonably priced. The bar is nicely decorated and now has a great patio our front to sit and watch the eye candy go by. If you have not been to JR's, you owe it to yourself to go and check it out. You will not be disappointed!

Michael M ☆ 4/5
Beau Von Hoffman

I adore JR’s You must definitely make JR’s part of your romp thru town. It has happy door people, very very funny and smart artists who are fantastic drag queens and high fun energy and smart. There is a great balcony where if you don’t want to stand in the crowds one can take their newly found love up there to watch down on the antics of the show floor below. Their drinks are good but they strangely "don’t do doubles" Which is the funniest and newest policy I have ever heard in a bar. LOL - thats ok though we still love you, JR and look forward o going to you nightly when we are back in District again!

Beau Von Hoffman ☆ 5/5
Joseph Buckles

It's a great place to see old friends and make new ones. Always a pleasure to visit this iconic neighborhood bar.

Joseph Buckles ☆ 5/5
Dennis Winston

A great little "dive bar" in DuPont Circle. Not pretentious, laid back, great bartenders, and excellent mixology skills. It’s a good a homey vibe.

Dennis Winston ☆ 4/5
Adam Franz

Went here to try my chances of meeting someone. Different age groups and mostly standing, but I don't mind that. Cool place with nice people. It can get very crowded and hard to hear myself think when music is on. Food and drinks are good though.

Adam Franz ☆ 4/5
Joy Watson

Fun vibes inside. Crowded the inside very easily. They have an overlook section.

Joy Watson ☆ 5/5
M C

If you want to go to a gay bar, this is it! Sweet and friendly staff, reasonably priced drinks, and fun atmosphere. I plan to go here again and again! Drag nights are fun and the queens are always the best.

M C ☆ 5/5
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Information about JR's Bar

Address

JR's Bar is located at 1519 17th St NW, Washington, DC 20036, United States

Phone

The phone number of JR's Bar is +1 202-328-0090

Website

The website of JR's Bar is: jrsbardc.com

Business Hours

Monday: 16:00–02:00
Tuesday: 16:00–02:00
Wednesday: 16:00–02:00
Thursday: 16:00–02:00
Friday: 16:00–03:00
Saturday: 13:00–03:00
Sunday: 13:00–02:00

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