American Ice Company
✨ Vibe
A rustic and laid-back neighborhood gem offering a cool, industrial-chic atmosphere that is perfect for relaxing with friends or grabbing a pre-show bite.
🍸 Best For
Pre-show drinks near 9:30 Club, casual work happy hours, comfort food cravings, relaxed weekend hangouts
🔥 Highlights
- Exceptional Comfort Fare: Known for high-quality smoked wings, legendary nachos, and a standout brisket sandwich that consistently hits the spot.
- Unique Drink Presentation: Enjoy a wide selection of draft beers served in their signature glass jars or a perfectly balanced espresso martini.
- Attentive Service: Guests rave about the quick and proactive staff who ensure a seamless experience with timely refills and friendly hospitality.
ℹ️ Need to Know
- Ideally located just steps away from the 9:30 Club, making it the premier destination for dinner and drinks before a concert.
- The atmosphere is super casual and unpretentious, making it an excellent choice for a low-key happy hour or a late-night bite.
📰 In the News
Hilton Brothers Plan to Reopen the Brixton, American Ice Company, and Most of Their Bars
American Ice Company is slated to reopen in spring 2021 following a period of closure due to the pandemic. The venue's return is part of a broader effort by owners Ian and Eric Hilton to restore several of their popular Washington D.C. establishments using local and federal assistance.
Update: Brixton, American Ice Company, And More Hilton Brothers’ Bars Will Reopen
American Ice Company, a popular Washington D.C. bar, announced plans to reopen following its pandemic-related closure in late 2020. The venue, part of the Hilton Brothers' hospitality portfolio, remains a staple of the city’s nightlife scene near the U Street corridor.
Five Ways to Get Crab Feasts and Cold Beer Delivered in DC
American Ice Company offers seasonal Maryland blue crab packages for delivery from its Shaw location near the 930 Club. These feast bundles include a dozen steamed crabs, mallets, and homemade potato salad, with options to add beverage pairings like Tecate, Tiger beer, or pickleback shots.
Recent Reviews from Google
This place does nachos correctly. Truly what a great experience for a mid-evening drunk bite to eat. Their espresso martini was really phenomenal. Not too heavy on the coffee and really well...
I stopped in for a quick dinner before a show at the 9:30 club. It was not busy at all on a Friday night at 7pm. Service was quick and attentive at the bar and the brisket sando hit the spot. Good...
Service was on point! Server was always there to serve us another round of drinks. Water cups filled without asking. Food was great including the highly recommended half smoke with side of coleslaw...
Definitely come here for comfy vibes and delicious smoked wings! Wicked selection of drinks and super neat spot to hang out with the homies!
So glad I stumbled upon this little gem of a place. Not fancy, serves beer in jars, and has some killer brisket and pulled pork. This is a great place for work happy hour. Super casual, good food,...
