Barkada Wine and Cocktail Bar
Category: Cocktail Bars, Wine Bars, Happy Hour Spots
Neighborhood: U Street
Price:
Address: 1939 12th St NW, Washington, DC 20009, United States
✨ Vibe
A chic and intimate neighborhood gem where glamorous interiors meet a soulful, music-focused atmosphere perfect for deep conversation and sophisticated relaxation.
🍸 Best For
Romantic dates, pre-theater drinks for the Lincoln Theatre, Real Housewives of Potomac fans, happy hour catch-ups, and private milestone celebrations.
🔥 Highlights
- Star-Studded Setting: Recently featured on season nine of The Real Housewives of Potomac as a glamorous destination for speed dating, this spot offers a truly "TV-ready" aesthetic.
- Expert Curation: Known for an impeccable wine list and "nice and strong" cocktails, the knowledgeable staff provides phenomenal wine recommendations and pairs them with a "divine" food menu.
- Impeccable Ambiance: From the "impeccable" music playlists to the beautiful decor—so pretty it has served as a proposal backdrop—the atmosphere is designed for making memories.
ℹ️ Need to Know
- Ideally located right off the U Street Metro, it is a convenient "must-visit" for anyone attending a show at the nearby Lincoln Theatre.
- The venue is highly recommended for private event planning, with staff praised for being exceptionally accommodating for groups of up to 24 guests.
📰 In the News
Wine Bars & Wineries to Get Your Vino Fix in Washington, DC
Barkada Wine Bar is a natural wine bar in Washington, DC, dedicated to spotlighting small, under-represented winemakers who produce complex yet affordable vintages. The venue provides an intimate space designed for social connection, reflecting its name, which is a Filipino word meaning a 'group of friends.'
Like it, hate it? Filipinos react to American-owned US restaurant ‘Barkada’
Barkada Wine and Cocktail Bar sparked significant public debate and controversy regarding cultural appropriation due to its non-Filipino ownership using a Filipino name. The venue's branding prompted a wide range of reactions from the Filipino community and raised questions about cultural sensitivity in the hospitality industry.
Recent Reviews from Google
Fell in love with this place as soon as I walked in! Perfect little intimate bar! So pretty!!! It was so pretty I decided to use it and I proposed to my now fiancé there!!!!!
A new spot for me in DC on 12th and U street NW. Very intimate space, the food was devine! The drinks were nice and strong and the service was top tier. I would definitely visit again and bring more...
The cocktails were amazing, the food was delicious, and the playlist was impeccable. Our server was great, had phenomenal taste in music, and also introduced me to a new favorite wine tonight. If...
Incredible place located right off the U St. metro. Some of the best white wine I've had in a long time and the bartenders always have incredible recommendations. Ambiance is fantastic, great happy...
I recently contracted with Barkada to host my husband's 70th. I could not be more pleased with the outcome. The staff was friendly and accommodating to my guests. I have received many compliments...
