Uproar Lounge & Restaurant

Uproar is my has recently become my favorite spot. As a sober guy their menu/food options keep me coming in and going out. I love the more casual vibe and generally patrons and staff are all very friendly. I never have a bad night here, no matter how busy or slow it is. Their frozen drink options also separate them from competition. I LOVE coming out here and hope to see more people out supporting this bar.

Sunday Funday World Pride Weekend! What more can I say. This was our first time here and we would have liked to see the rooftop patio, but it was a LONG line to go upstairs. So one of the employees, suggested we go to the downstairs, 1st floor, bar. He was so nice to give us the tip. The downstairs bar was not too crowded when we got there, but later it was packed and hoppin. The drinks were poured fast and the bartender was great. He kept the crowd singing and dancing along with the music videos. This place was so much fun. We will definately be back again. Did I mention that the drinks were reasonably priced too.

Our group of 4 stopped by for afternoon drinks on a Sunday Funday. Super busy upstairs and a long wait. It was Pride weekend, so made sense. We ended up at the downstairs bar and this ended up being one of our favorite stops this weekend. The crowd was fun, very friendly and we easily met several people. Besides the music videos that the crowd sang along with, the bar tender was the star of the show. He was really busy serving the crowd and helped everyone quickly while showing his dance moves behind the bar. He set the tone for the afternoon. We'll be back!!

The gay bar has transitioned to using hetero bartenders. The patrons of this gay bar line up for the one gay (as it appears) bartender which creates longer lines. The rooftop is the most popular place to hang out. Unfortunately that’s susceptible to weather issues. Sunday beer burst is popular if you like drinking lots of cheap beer.

I recently had the pleasure of visiting Uproar Lounge & Restaurant, and honestly, it’s a hidden gem that deserves every bit of a glowing review. This place is more than just a lounge; it’s a vibrant, multi-generational, and multicultural spot where everyone seems to come together and just have a fantastic time. They do incredible karaoke nights (usually on Thursdays or Fridays) and trivia nights that are a total blast. The sound and AV systems are top-notch, making both singing and trivia super engaging. Plus, one of the managers—who’s known as Miss Uproar DC—is absolutely wonderful and brings a warm, welcoming energy to the place. And let’s not forget the drinks! I tried a few, from a classic Manhattan to a simple whiskey and Coke, and they were all crafted beautifully. The food? Equally impressive! I’ve tried the fried chicken and sliders, and they come out looking like elevated bar food, tasting just as amazing as they look. Overall, Uproar Lounge is a must-visit if you want a friendly, inclusive vibe with great food, drinks, and entertainment. Definitely make a reservation and enjoy the experience—it’s worth every moment.

Went last night for a night out of gay bar hopping and fun with my boyfriend and it was nice. Loved the multiple floors, DJs, and outdoor patio space. The bathroom was even clean and nice too. It wasn’t a popular night due to low crowds, but overall I was impressed with the venue and possibilities once there’s a good size crowd. Overall, I would recommend it but make sure you go on a good night where you have the energy of the crowd with you to dance and drink the night away.

Great place. I visited in April/May for a conference and wanted to get away from the hotel. While they didn't have scotch on the ground floor, bourbon and soda did fine. Bartender was nice and pleasant. Hope to revisit the next time I'm in D.C. P.S. Nacho plate is enormous and will easily feed multiple people!