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1831 Bar & Lounge

3.9 (249 reviews)
Open 3:00 pm - 2:00 am (Next day)

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What's the vibe?
Moderate noise
DJ
Casual
Happy hour specials

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Lindsay C.

Post brunch and pre-day party, a group of friends and I stopped into 1831 for drinks and conversations. It was a very intimate bar with great service and a good atmosphere. They had great specials when we stopped in: $2 shooters, $3 beers, $5 mixed drinks. It was also pretty cool that I in the upstairs half of the bar there was an impromptu art gallery in progress. Overall, this place had charm and character. I would definitely return to experience this bar again

Tiana the fantastic Bartender, Server & whatever else you need her to be!
Kathryn L.

Met a co-worker for Happy Hour & after a 10 minute stroll from the Farragut North Metro Station-Red Line, I was here. 1831 is nestled between other gathering spots on the heavily populated M Street. A few steps down & your inside a posh & vibin' lounge. We lucked up on a comfy circular leather couch in the front. There's a few small tables window side & high top tables lined against the wall heading towards the back. On the 2nd level where the restrooms are located theres booth seating & TV's. Awesome service from Tiana, who gladly ran back & forth between the bar & our table to accommodate us. We ended up sharing some of our space with a small crew of Peace Corps volunteers, who were high spirited for the extra seating & we all ended up having a good time. For music the satellite radio plays before the DJ spins, bar & full menus & Happy Hour from 4P-8P.

Here is the bruise on the back of my thigh.
Min K.

This was a great place for New Year's Eve until I got kicked out. I want to rate this place from 5 to 0 stars if I could. I fell down the stairs due to slippery floors and stairs because of spilled drinks. There weren't any "caution wet floor" sign and the bouncers decided immediately to kick me out without reason. 1) they didn't even ask if I was alright 2) they didn't even ask if I needed help or needed a paramedic 3) there were no caution signs due to wet floors. I could have been severely Injured and due to that, I have a terrible huge bruise on my back thigh. I have a photo to prove it. Never going back to this place, I understand everyone was drunk and having a great time, but this shouldn't justify any reason to kick anyone out based on your assumptions if the person is "drunk" or not. What do you expect? It's New Year's Eve. Be reasonable next time instead of stupid BS. Sincerely, Very disappointed first time guest

I swear these were the best fries ever!!!!
Kia M.

Went here to celebrate my friend's new accomplishment on a Friday evening. Found this place via Yelp (thanks Yelpers)! Atmosphere was real chill...def an after work spot (everyone had work bags lol). They had a few happy hour specials going...can't remember what the specials were but we had margaritas and shooters AND several bottles of wine lol. The waitress was amaze, she was working the bar and was walking around the bar area to make sure we were good. Music selection was NICE! The steps leading up to the bathroom...treacherous (at least that's how they seemed after a few drinks) lol. The highlight of my night (I had to start a new paragraph for this) was the FRIES! OMG like why would they ever make fries that taste that amazing!! I was so mad at myself for offering folks to have some before tasting them...we all fell in love!! I just got so caught up on the fries, I forgot about the chicken I had...so I had old bay wings as well and they were good! Not sure what the others ordered but everyone enjoyed their food. Will DEF be visiting this spot again...for...the FRIES!! Lol

Bottle of Rosé $28 great price
Deanna W.

I went out for celebratory drinks for starting a new job.. none of us had been here before but saw great reviews. We came in grabbed an awesome booth seat. The waitress Bree came over immediately and took orders! Great service Great time! Menu: we went for Happy Hour (3-7) Friday great prices! Food: Old Bay wings, Asian wings, fries No complaints on food-yummy! Drinks were great! Music: DJ played great Hip Hop & R&B music I would definitely come back again

Troy S.

This is one of my new favorite night spots in DC. We had left dinner and were looking for a nightcap, and literally stumbled to 1831. It was a great find. The drinks were reasonable, the menu looked great. The staff were amazing, the football was on the TV. Just about perfect.

Salt & Vinegar wings
Samantha C.

Always on the hunt for a super chill bar, good music, happy hour, and food in DC!! I know I know it's hard to find.... but I luck up. Paid this place a visit on a Tuesday night because they are apart of Passport( drink benefits) and now this is officially my spot! The music was a mix of R& B / hip hop the crowd was great and the bartender was friendly. We order drinks and wings ( they have happy hour wings 7-9pm daily and 12-5 on weekends) I had the salt & Vinegar wings but was disappointed they didn't have lemon pepper!! Who doesn't have lemon pepper..... but the Salt & Vinegar was tasty and for $5 it's a win!! I was told they stay open until 3am on weekends... so this place has now been added to my list of go to spots!

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I did not enjoy this bar at all. The music taste was poor and the staff was rude. Definitely not meant for a good time.

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Ask the Community - 1831 Bar & Lounge

What kind of music do you play?

When I was there I was getting big top electronic/house music vibes

Are they 18 or 21+?

21+

Is there a specific dress code for men? Can Converse shoes be allowed on a Friday night?

There isn't a special dress. Feel free to come as you are!

Is there a cover charge?

At times we have a cover charge, but not today, Sunday 9.16.18.

Is this 18 and over or 21 and over?

1831 is 21+ to be permitted entry. Cheers!

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This location feels a little bit cursed since the closure of First State and the Mighty Pint (years ago)--hopefully this one sticks!

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