Barrel House Cafe & Bar
Category: Cocktail Bars, Happy Hour Spots, Patios
Neighborhood: Logan Circle
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Address: 1341 14th St NW, Washington, DC 20005, United States
✨ Vibe
A stylish yet laid-back oasis on 14th Street that seamlessly blends contemporary charm with a lush, inviting patio perfect for soaking in the energy of Logan Circle.
🍸 Best For
Value-driven happy hours, outdoor group hangs, casual date nights, and transitioning from morning coffee to evening cocktails.
🔥 Highlights
- Premier Outdoor Patio: Boasting fun decorations and ample seating, the expansive outdoor space is a neighborhood favorite for "kicking back" and relaxing in a vibrant urban garden setting.
- Exceptional Happy Hour Value: Locals rave about the well-poured, affordable cocktails, including $7 Elderflower G&Ts and refreshing frozen specialty drinks.
- All-Day Community Hub: From expertly brewed morning coffee to savory comfort food like wings and fresh ceviche, this venue offers a welcoming "community" atmosphere from sunrise to late night.
ℹ️ Need to Know
- The venue utilizes a convenient, tech-forward QR code ordering system at every table for a streamlined and efficient dining experience.
- Open daily starting at 8:00 AM, making it a versatile spot for early birds seeking a quiet morning workspace or a lively late-night weekend scene until 2:00 AM.
📰 In the News
Calendar: Play Readings, Workshops, and Short-Run Theater Events in the DMV
Barrel House Cafe & Bar hosts Shrewd Awakening, an immersive bar-theater experience that reimagines Shakespeare’s The Taming of the Shrew as a classic rock concert. Featuring NYC performer Joey Arias and local band The Bedrocks, the production runs through January 31, 2026.
Things to Do, DMV: Weekend Rundown, Jan. 29 – Feb. 1
Barrel House Cafe & Bar is hosting 'The Shrewd Awakening,' an immersive bar-theater experience that reimagines Shakespeare’s 'The Taming of the Shrew' as a modern rock concert. The production features a live band and fuses concert energy with theatrical storytelling, inviting the audience to participate in the narrative as it unfolds in a working bar setting.
Shrewd Awakening
Barrel House Cafe & Bar hosts "Shrewd Awakening," an immersive bar-theater experience that reimagines Shakespeare’s The Taming of the Shrew as a live classic rock concert on January 29, 2026. Guests can participate in the performance and interact with the story and music as the event unfolds inside the working bar.
Local Event: Curtain Call Themed Open Mic - Presented by Capital Cabaret
Barrel House Cafe & Bar hosts "Curtain Call," a monthly cabaret open mic presented by Capital Cabaret, on February 9, 2026. The event offers singers a supportive environment to perform with professional accompanists while patrons enjoy a meal and live entertainment.
Foodies rejoice! DC’s winter restaurant week is about to kick off
Barrel House Cafe & Bar is debuting as a participant in D.C.’s Winter Restaurant Week from January 19 through January 25, 2026. As one of 35 new eateries added to the event, the venue will offer three-course menus for brunch, lunch, and dinner.
Recent Reviews from Google
Awesome happy hour spot!! The cocktails are so good, have a great pour and for 7$ the elderflower g+t was just what we were looking for. The wings are a little wimpy size wise but they tasted great....
Along 14th Street is an oasis with indoor and outdoor seating. Walk in and find an open table. Each one has a QR code to scan to order. It’s easy! The menu comes with wine, beer, cocktails, and more....
Me and my group were walking around trying to find an outdoor spot to hang and we happened across this place. I’m a local but never noticed this spot! The outside has really fun decorations and lots...
My wife and I ordered two glasses of wine and the bar tender asked if we wanted to keep an tab open. We said yes. After around half an hour I ordered another drink and at the same time asked for the...
While the outdoor space is great and the drinks are serviceable, this place clearly has a management problem. The communication from the staff is poor and it seems like the bartenders are usually...
