Bossa Bistro + Lounge
✨ Vibe
A soulful and high-energy Adams Morgan staple where authentic Brazilian culture meets an intimate art gallery setting that seamlessly transforms into a pulsing, late-night dance floor.
🍸 Best For
Live salsa and samba, craft caipirinhas, high-energy dancing, intimate dates, Brazilian tapas
🔥 Highlights
- World-Class Live Music: Recognized by local musicians and critics as one of D.C.’s premier destinations for nightly live performances, ranging from traditional Bossa Nova and jazz to high-energy Latin ensembles like the Alfredo Mojica Group.
- The Ultimate Dance Transformation: At 10:00 PM, the bistro sheds its tables to create a vibrant dance floor where guests can immerse themselves in salsa, samba, and cumbia beats.
- Authentic Brazilian Flavors: An impressive menu of traditional tapas, including savory Camarão a baiana and a legendary flan that is widely considered a neighborhood favorite.
ℹ️ Need to Know
- Arrive early for dinner to enjoy the Brazilian-inspired menu before the tables are removed for the late-night dance sessions.
- The venue features two distinct levels, often hosting early jazz sets downstairs while DJs spin Latin hits upstairs on weekend nights.
📰 In the News
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Bossa Bistro & Lounge is recognized as a key concert venue located in the Adams Morgan neighborhood of Washington, D.C. The establishment serves as a dedicated space for live music and cultural performances within the D.C. metropolitan area.
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Bossa Bistro & Lounge in Adams Morgan is a long-standing venue known for its nightly live music spanning diverse genres, with a particular focus on Latin beats. Guests can enjoy performances ranging from salsa and samba to cumbia while savoring Brazilian tapas and caipirinhas in an intimate setting.
Feedel Band, reviving a robust sound
Bossa Bistro + Lounge in Adams Morgan hosts regular performances by the Feedel Band, drawing dedicated crowds for late-night sets of Ethio-jazz. The venue provides a lively, intimate atmosphere where patrons can enjoy live music and a bustling social scene even on weeknights.
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Bossa Bistro + Lounge is a long-standing fixture in D.C.'s Adams Morgan neighborhood, offering an intimate row-house setting for a diverse array of global music, including African, Latin, Brazilian, and jazz. The venue features live bands on the first floor and DJs upstairs, complemented by a Brazilian-inspired menu and a commitment to showcasing both local talent and international touring acts.
Recent Reviews from Google
Very impressed with the food, drinks and service. All hits and no misses. Definitely worth it! Oh and the Flan was the best I’ve had in a while.
Please give this place a try. I didn't eat here, but I'll tell you what I did do! I have always loved the movie "Dance with me." I always wished I could be an official Latina because of that movie....
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ My friends brought me here and I couldn’t have asked for a better experience! The music was absolutely on point and created such a fun energy. The vibe was perfect 🥰 — a great balance of...
This restaurant is located in a fun and lively area, in the heart of the Adams Morgan District. We ordered the Franguin and Camarão a baiana, both dishes were delicious and fueled us for a night of...
Bossa (yes, as in Brazilian Bossa Nova) has been a staple in the heart of the Adam's Morgan neighborhood for decades. 'nuff awesome musicians and artists have performed here over the years. always...
