Bar Betsie
Category: Cocktail Bars, Happy Hour Spots, Romantic
Neighborhood: Ivy City
Price:
Address: 1328 4th St NE, Washington, DC 20002, United States
✨ Vibe
A moody, 1960s cabaret-inspired lounge featuring vibrant red neon lighting, theatrical velvet booths, and a swanky, nostalgic party atmosphere.
🍸 Best For
Romantic dates, creative cocktails, late-night bites, LGBTQ+ outings, and stylish group gatherings.
🔥 Highlights
- Expert Mixology: Created by the award-winning team behind Jane Jane, the cocktail program features inventive house originals like the spicy, tequila-based "Devil in a Red Dress" and the rye-forward "Silent Star."
- Nostalgic Comfort Food: The menu offers a playful selection of "finger foods" including buffalo chicken dip, Lil’ Smokies, and their signature complimentary cheese balls.
- Acclaimed Atmosphere: Recently recognized by Resy as one of the top spots in D.C., the venue blends a "divey-chic" aesthetic with high-end service and a vibrant, inclusive energy.
ℹ️ Need to Know
- As one of the most anticipated openings in the Union Market district, it is an ideal destination for both pre-dinner cocktails and late-night socializing.
- The venue is LGBTQ+-owned and operated by a seasoned team of D.C. hospitality veterans known for creating warm, community-focused spaces.
Happy Hour
Happy Hour occurs Monday through Thursday from 5pm to 7pm.
Recent Reviews from Google
I was super happy to be able to sneak here on a Friday night, our prior attempt when they first opened was unsuccessful so it felt very satisfying! I love Jane Jane so was excited to check out Bar...
Amazing drinks. Amazing atmosphere. So happy for this team (Jane Jane) for expanding across the city! 12/10 for sure. Drinks pictured are the Devil in a Red Dress( rocks glass) and Midnight Bloom...
Stopped by Bar Betsie for some before-dinner drinks last night… and ended up going back for after-dinner drinks too. It’s hands-down the best new cocktail bar in DC — especially in the Union Market...
The little bar is so cool! I love the vibe in here. My friends and I were visiting DC for the weekend and made a point to take the subway over here. The drinks were so good. We even got the buffalo...
Bar Betsie is an incredible and much-needed addition to Union Market! It has such a great ambience, and the service is top-notch! A group of us went last week and really enjoyed the cocktails and...