I came to Washington DC solely to spend the whole weekend at Larry's! It was such a good time I didn't take a single picture.... There'd is an upstairs, downstairs and a patio. The drinks are insanely cheap, $6 for a cocktail which explains why I didn't take any pictures. Everyone is super friendly. Great atmosphere! read more

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A great place to meet and talk. The patio seating is the best in DC. All sorts of eccentric people gather here to dink, and many do have a cigarette, outside, of course. Puppies get special treatment, treats, water, pets, and kisses. I have been partaking here since the 20th Century. read more

Stopped in for a cocktail and stayed for 3! Thank you Chris and Brett for great service (and great recommendations for our stay in DC) Met some very friendly people!!! Try the rum punch!!! read more

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Post-brunch cocktails! Pop into Larry's for a welcoming and loving environment. The bartenders are great! The rum punch is strong. The crowd is super friendly. My friend and I walked in and immediately started having conversations with the patrons at the bar and some sitting at tables. read more

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I decided I needed to go out. Busy night with the high heel race I missed because I had my class and a seminar to attend. Around 10:30 maybe a bit later I arrived at Larry's took a seat at the bar. There were two guys behind the bar. They were busy. I understand. After about five minutes neither acknowledged me. Yes I am not a regular so I waited. A few minutes later another guess stood next to me. One of the bartenders helped him charged his card and walked away, I thought this was odd. After sitting for awhile I decided to leave. I have been there a few times and actually enjoyed it there. I guess tonight was not one of those read more

Never been here before! However, I witnessed an act of kindness from someone at this establishment this past weekend. While walking by and trying to figure out where my GPS was sending me, I overheard someone yell "Hey, you want some candy'. Being the foodie that I am, I looked up like "Heck yeah" only to discover that the question was actually directed towards the young national guards across the street. They responded "No" with a smile but that is because they aren't supposed to take gifts, per se. Well, the guy from Larry's walked across that street to hand the bucket of candy over to them anyways. Seeing their faces light up with joy while grabbing candy made me think of how they had probably missed trick or treating with their own family for Halloween. That sight of humility and community brought me to tears. I may be hetero but I will for sure come in to support just on that act alone. I heard happy hour is good here, too. I plan on finding out! Besides, the decorations all around look pretty fun! Thanks for displaying such kindness to those who are here beyond their control. read more

10/10. This place is so amazing. The employees and owner are very friendly and respectful. Was a pleasure to get to meet the owner "Mr Larry" Received excellent customer service from Larry & Brett. Perfect little cozy spot to have a relaxing evening. And they are pet friendly. Will surely be revisiting very soon . read more

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I cannot believe Michael one of the bartenders fished my keys out of the sewer in over a foot of sludge and God knows what out front of Larrys! I attempted to recover them but ultimately gave up. Not Michael. He rolled his jeans up and climbed down the manhole and fished around in the mircky sludge until I heard this jingle, turned around and saw my nasty dirty keys on the sidewalk in front of the bar! The staff here is AMAZING! THANK YOU Michael. You saved the night! Its World Pride BITCH3S! read more

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Larry's hosted my best friends wedding celebration The groom and bride both had family traveling from all over the country and internationally. Ron, Brett and Hawk did a great job with rearranging seating and catering. Jason, Chris and Michael did a fantastic job keeping up with drinks and the guest only entrance list This was one of the smoothest parties I've ever experienced Nobody waited for any service, was treated as family and smiles were abounding. This is my favorite neighborhood bar that is all welcoming and all accommodating. I recommend anyone books this venue for future parties of any size for a casual and friendly evening to incorporate friends and family especially for BIG occasions like a blending of families I will definitely be back for my weekly patronage and hopefully future events Thanks to all the staff for their friendliness and professionalism read more

Larry's Lounge was such a wholesome environment that cared for me during my time of need. Jason and Chris were super accommodating and pleasant to talk to. I am so happy that my night led me to this destination and I would highly recommend this place for all who are looking for a fun place to vibe read more

I have been searching for my dive bar in the area. Since moving to the area I haven't had much chance to go out and discover after hours. When I was living back where I moved from, I would be out multiple times a week to my favorite spot and just chill. This place hit a lot of those marks and reminded of that place. If you don't like steep steps use the entrance that is a gradual ramp to the door. Those steps at the other entrance were treacherous. Inside, like many have said, it is small. When the weather is nicer, I am sure that this is more spacious. But if you visit during the colder months, it's a bit off. Drinks were decently priced. Bartenders were accommodating to drink specification. Their margaritas are decent. The crowd can be entertaining and welcoming. This was my first time here and when I went up to the bar to grab another drink I was offered some pizza that one of the patrons had ordered. Of course I declined, but it was nice of him. Got to meet the owner of the place and some other characters during this visit. They had us laughing and involved in the place. Definitely a spot I would return to. read more

Larry's is a vibe! Great location, great daily specials AND card games?? You won't be disappointed coming here. Sarah is great and she will take good care of you, whether you're seated at the bar, a table or you're outside on the patio. read more

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Great place to hang out. Bar staff is honest, and I appreciate that everyone is real with what's going on. It's not everyone's place but it's great when you need a cool place to chill. read more

We came here for the whiskey walk! The people were VERY nice and the service was good. We didn't try any food but the whiskey was tasty here and they gave me a mixer to chase it with. Upon walking in there was a SUPER (cigarette) Smokey smell- which were not into. So we sat outside. The outside was nice and seems like it gets lively at night. If you're a Smoker/or don't mind the smoke smell and you like a fun crowd of people- you might want to check them out! read more

The bartender was rude and was recording me out of my consent his name was Chris and I'm a regular here so as a regular patron I deserve better treatment. Need better bar staff read more

Larry's always a good time!!! All week long drink specials on different type of vodkas! You can't go wrong with that! Also a Rum Punch that actually punch you lol. There are also board games and cards available to play. I'm usually here every other week looking for my fix of good energy and drinks, along side amazing service. read more

This bar is amazing, cheap drinks, great bartenders, and friendly people in the bar, met so many cool new friends here. Don't expect Hilton, Conrad level service here, it's a dive bar... when it comes to closing time please remember this bartenders have been there since 5pm, they are tired and dealt with too many drunk people. Jason, Amy and others are still very sweet but when it's closing time they just want to go home. The owner was amazing and so caring and my best friend Darling is so adorable and kind to everyone who steps into this dive bar! I only wish to find another bar like this in my new state of Texas, but I will always remember this dive bar in my heart !! read more

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Awesome place to hangout. The bartenders and regulars are very friendly!!! A great neighborhood gay ba.

The lady bartender is so incredibly rude and customer unfriendly - because of her I will never return to this place. It wasn't the first time I have directly witnessed and encountered her out of the blue heinous attitude toward a customer. Won't recommend this establishment to anyone unless they get rid of her. Won't care if this place goes out of business read more

What's most fascinating about this wonderful neighborhood bar is that the number one priority is the absolute happiness of the bartenders. The service is just above abysmal when it's moderately busy. And, if you signal to them in any way that triggers their childhood horrors, then you need to sit down and and bow your head because your bill isn't coming until you have served your sentence. This is clearly not the whole staff, but those who fit this description know who they are, as does all the regulars at Larry's at the 30+ year institution. Location is magnificent which probably explains why it doesn't try harder. Sadly, it doesn't have. Always interesting. GRADE: C+ read more

A nice, friendly bar During a 2-day trip to D.C., I decided to drop by Larry's Lounge during my first night in the city since it was a 10-minute walk from my hotel. At first, I felt a little intimidated because it seemed like EVERYONE knew each other. *I mean, that's what one would expect at a neighborhood bar.* Also, there was no was no space for me to sit at the bar. For me, it looks kind of sad if you are sitting at a table all alone in a bar setting. Anyway, I managed to find a place at the bar and chatted with an older gentleman (he could have been the manager or owner). He was very nice and introduced me to a couple of other folks at the bar. I pretty much was accepted into Larry's community. The bar is kind of no frills, which is what I wanted for that type of evening. It kind of gave me a late 80's/early 90s vibe. Also, the well drinks were around $5 and the bartender made them pretty potent. Honestly, I had a pretty positive experience at Larry's on a Thirsty Thursday evening. I look forward to visiting again. read more

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A hidden dive bar that is charming! Fair priced drinks & accommodating bar tenders. They have a wide range of drinks & a few specials. Larry's Punch is strong! There is indoor & outdoor seating but the inside bar is small. The outdoor seating has fans & misters. This is a very friendly gay bar! Mobility friendly. read more

Larry's Lounge is just a smidge off the heavily trotted paths of Adam's Morgan. It's in a much quieter and more quaint couple of blocks, and it offers the same vibes itself. We have stopped by Larry's Lounge for a night cap or two a couple times and I'm always pleased by the experience. The staff are friendly and great, the patrons are lively and eclectic, and the prices are spot on. This isn't the nicest of bars, a gay dive bar for sure, but it offers a really accepting and comfortable atmosphere that anyone can appreciate. The outdoor seating is so nice day or night if the weather permits as well! read more

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This was pretty much my most enjoyable spot in Washington DC I did the mandatory tourist stuff but when I was looking for something that was just fun I found Larry's lounge if I ever go back to Washington DC again I will go there and if I ever hear of anybody that's going to wash in DC I will definitely push and probably drive them crazy telling them to go there . the guys were phenomenal, the clientele is great it was cute and the police were really cool about me parking the motorhome borderline in front of a fire hydrant. Lots of places say that they're neighborhood bars but aren't? these guys are absolutely a great neighborhood bar even for Strangers Like Me read more

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The bartender on shift denied us (a group of Spanish-speaking people) a drink after listening to us speaking Spanish. We DID NOT stay. Don't go there if you're Hispanic and queer. read more

Bar is good . The female bartender with the drinking problem could be replaced .. every time I go in that place she is shooting shots. And is just all around a rude person . . Will not be returning :( read more

Larry's is a special place for people who like to meet others, drink fairly priced drinks, and talk pop, gossip, and of course, politics. If you are introverted and want to make friends, come to Larry's. If you are introverted and want to be left alone DO NOT COME TO LARRY'S! P.S. The punch is excellent and dangerous. read more

I came to Larry's tonight in a group of predominately folks of color, and we were immediately treated in a strangely antagonistic way by the white bartenders behind the bar. Both of the bartenders, white femme-presenting people, were clearly very drunk (both slurring their words, aggressive, and stumbling behind the bar). We truly came in to just have a casual drink after a long day of work and the bartenders (especially one, a blonde white woman) immediately behaved aggressively toward my friends, Black nonbinary and Latinx nonbinary friends, suggesting that they were drinking underage and threatening to call the police for entirely baseless "underaged" drinking (both of my friends are 25 years old with legal and scanned/verified government IDs). The behavior was completely confounding and out of nowhere--again, we had just arrived for a casual drink after a long day of work at what we thought would be a safe space as a gay bar (all members of our party are queer and gay). When I inquired as to the reasoning behind the bar staff's aggressive treatment of our group, the bartender was incredibly defensive and suggested that DC was "not racist," as compared to wherever we might be coming from (Los Angeles, lol). They refused to take any accountability for their unacceptable racist, unprofessional, inappropriate behavior and instead suggested that we were "assuming" that they were racist, which they couldn't be because they "have Black friends." The more drunk of the bartenders was dismissed by their coworker and went off to talk with their friends on the other side of the bar, pointing and looking at us. My friends--again, QTPOC folks--had felt immediately unsafe, freaked out, and scared at why the bartenders were behaving aggressively toward them. They wanted to leave immediately, were scared, and even when I (the only white member of the group) tried to intervene with the slightly more sober bartender, the bartenders were defensive and blamed us for their own aggression. I think it goes without saying that this is completely unacceptable behavior, ESPECIALLY at a supposedly queer-affirming establishment. It is laughable that the bartenders balked at the suggestion that race played a factor in what was a bar almost entirely populated that night (11/28) by white people. I hope management takes into serious consideration the gravity of this behavior and undertakes appropriate training to correct highly inappropriate behavior. read more

Fantastic bartenders, fun atmosphere, AND THE CHICKEN IS AMAZING!! With COVID freaking everyone out, the staff makes sure to keep patrons abiding by ALL of the DC mandates. One of the few in town that does a good job of that. read more

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I've been coming to Larry's lounge for a little over 7 years now. I don't particularly care for sitting indoors, so I mostly frequent Larry's in the summertime. They have a nice people-watching / card-playing/ dog-friendly patio. It's a down-to-earth, BYOfood bar with great happy hour or daily specials. Clientele is really mixed, which reflects the neighborhood pretty well. Staff and owners are super friendly, drinks are not watered down. It's not were you'd go for a fancy date- it's where you go to hang out with friends, have a couple of drinks, and not break the bank. read more

Larry's was great to hang out with friends. I haven't gone alone but I feel that I would probably have a good time. My favorite bartenders are Brett and Jason (shout out to them). They always provide great service and drinks. Larry's is definitely the neighborhood bar feel. There is an out door patio to enjoy when the weather is awesome. They have a downstairs but I've never been down and from what I understand the only bar is on the first floor. They use a service that you can order drinks from your table and then pick them up at the bar when their ready. That's pretty neat since I get anxiety when the bar is full. Overall this place is gets thumbs up and will definitely be somewhat of a regular. read more

Spent a w/e in DC and stopped in here for a nightcap late of a Sunday night. I love a good dive bar and Larry's was spot on. The barkeep was great and the clientele were perfectly chill. Would recommend. read more

This was my first time at Larry's Lounge and it was amazing!! A group of us stopped in after dining across the street Sunday afternoon, we wanted to keep the party going for my friends mothers birthday! I cannot tell you how great this place is. The bartender Hawk was so nice and even when I misheard him and thought his name was Todd, he never once corrected me and was a good sport! Sorry Hawk, I will never make that mistake again..lol..Great drink specials and very reasonable pricing. The liquor selection is beyond decent. They have outside seating for when the weather decides to stay warm! One of the owners stopped by for a chat with us, he was so dang nice! It's so refreshing to walk into a bar and feel great about it before you even order one drink, the good energy in Larry's is contagious, you won't be sorry that you swing by here! Hawk! We will be back..lol read more

Larry's is a riot. I have been going for a while, and always enjoy the low-key atmosphere. I recently found out that a new owner took over, and has been working to make some pretty big improvements. I had the opportunity to chat with him when I was there, and he outlined his plans for changing the basement up, and making it more attractive for groups to have get-togethers. Drinks are pretty cheap, especially if you compare to other neighborhood bars. The patio is one of the biggest draws for warm weather. It is a pet-friendly patio, so there are always lots of cute dogs hanging out with their owners. The basement has always been pretty musty smelling, but the owner tells me that he plans to work on that little by little, and I have seen baby steps towards that goal. Let's hope he works that out. Best of luck to him! Check Larry's out., its a fun neighborhood gay bar. read more

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Hands down the most inclusive gay bar in DC. Super affordable drinks, older, younger, all genders. Love it here.

Larry's is a neighborhood gay bar known for its earnest service, generous pours and dog-friendly patio. Yes, the bar stools are looking a little ratty and the Formica countertops are dated, but Larry's Lounge is not pretending to be anything beyond what it is: a comfortable watering hole with good people-watching options due to its floor-to-ceiling windows and corner location. Happy Hour is 4-7 every day. read more

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I'm not one for writing reviews but this one feels deserved. i tried going here on a saturday night with my one female friend and the guy stacking chairs told us we couldn't come in because I seemed to intoxicated. i had approximately one drink at the time so I was so confused. as we are having this interaction like 15 different men walk past us and go into the bar without being stopped by this man. this felt genuinely misogynistic as we were two queer women looking to go into a nice queer space but got turned away for a reason that wasn't even real. i'm really disappointed with my experience because i've been here before and had a good time. larry's needs to do better read more

Stopped here on a whim during Thanksgiving weekend. I really enjoyed myself. Even though I came alone, the few people that were there made me feel welcome - during the Miss Universe competition. Yes, the crowd is a bit on the older side, but very friendly. Drinks were affordable, and yes, they take credit cards (with no minimum!!!) read more

Such a welcoming community - got a hug as soon as we walked in the door. Larry's is an iconic DuPont/18th St spot and makes everyone feel at home! read more

Larry's Lounge is my favorite bar to grab a quick drink! The owner, Ron, can be found bopping around making recommendations and chatting with the customers. I always get the $5 punch! You only need two (probably one) and you're feeling buzzed. Definitely recommend trying it out! read more