Bar a Vin

Bar a Vin

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✨ Vibe

A charming and intimate French escape tucked away in Georgetown, featuring a crackling wood-burning fireplace and a sophisticated, rustic-chic atmosphere.

🍸 Best For

Romantic dates, cozy winter evenings, wine enthusiasts, and sophisticated late-night cocktails.

🔥 Highlights

  • The Speakeasy Entry: Hidden behind an unassuming entrance and up a set of brick steps, this "hidden gem" offers an exclusive, tucked-away feel right next to the famed Chez Billy Sud.
  • Fireside Hospitality: The bar is anchored by a real log-burning fireplace that fills the room with a pleasant scent and provides a warm, inviting backdrop for enjoying signature drinks like the "Hay Fever" cocktail.
  • Bistro Excellence: Guests can enjoy the full, acclaimed French bistro menu from the adjacent restaurant, including favorites like steak frites, artisanal desserts, and an extensive list of French varietals.

ℹ️ Need to Know

  • Seating at Le Bar à Vin is entirely first-come, first-served with no reservations accepted, making it an ideal destination for spontaneous walk-ins.
  • Located across from The Ritz-Carlton Georgetown, ride-sharing is highly recommended due to the neighborhood's limited street parking.

🔄 Weekly Events

🍴 Weekday Lunch

Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri

A celebration of classic French cuisine, our weekday lunch menu is designed to delight both connoisseurs and newcomers alike.

🥞 Weekend Brunch

Sat, Sun

Experience a charming French brunch in the heart of historic Georgetown, featuring a menu designed to delight with classic French cuisine.

📰 In the News

Washingtonian Feb 9, 2026

5 Valentine’s Day Date Ideas in the DC Area

Bar à Vin in Georgetown is highlighted as a cozy Valentine’s Day destination where couples can enjoy wine by the fireplace. The wine bar offers an intimate and warm atmosphere for those looking for a romantic date night in Washington, D.C.

Washingtonian Jan 23, 2026

Don’t Hibernate—Try These Fun Indoor Activities in DC This Winter

Bar à Vin in Georgetown is highlighted as a cozy winter destination where visitors can enjoy a glass of wine by the fireplace. Located next to its sister restaurant Chez Billy Sud, the venue is recommended as a top indoor spot for escaping the cold.

The Washington Post Jan 23, 2026

Review | Maison Bar à Vins is already more than a great wine bar

Maison Bar à Vins is a dazzling dinner destination in Adams Morgan from Chef Matt Conroy, the creator of the acclaimed Georgetown bistro Lutèce. The venue serves as both a refined spot for special celebrations and a casual neighborhood hang for sharing a glass of wine with friends.

Washingtonian Jan 21, 2026

Here Are the DC-Area James Beard Award Semifinalists for 2026

Maison Bar à Vin, a Paris-inspired wine bar in Adams Morgan, has been named a 2026 James Beard Award semifinalist in the Best New Restaurant category. This prestigious recognition highlights the venue as one of the most significant recent additions to the Washington D.C. dining scene.

Axios Dec 12, 2025

The coziest D.C. spots for drinks by a fire

Bar à Vin in Georgetown offers a cozy atmosphere for sipping wine on vintage sofas next to a wood-burning fireplace. Guests can also enjoy the full brasserie menu from the neighboring sister restaurant, Chez Billy Sud.

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