Code Red
Category: Speakeasies, Cocktail Bars, Happy Hour Spots
Neighborhood: Adams Morgan
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Address: 2440 18th St NW, Washington, DC 20009, United States
✨ Vibe
Code Red is a glamorous, moody Prohibition-era speakeasy in Adams Morgan that transports guests back to the 1920s with its intimate red lighting, plush velvet couches, and authentic vintage decor.🍸 Best For
Date nights, craft cocktail enthusiasts, secret hideaways, and immersive historical experiences.🔥 Highlights
- The Secret Entrance: Guests experience true speakeasy mystery by knocking on a heavy steel door and providing a secret password to a doorman through a sliding grate to gain entry.
- Era-Inspired Libations: The "Bill of Fare" is presented as a vintage newspaper featuring theatrical cocktails like the Southside and Mary Pickford, often served in elegant crystal glassware.
- Upscale Small Plates: The menu features sophisticated bites ranging from fresh $1 Tuesday oysters and tuna tartare to wagyu sliders and charred Madagascar prawns.
ℹ️ Need to Know
- Daily "Bootlegger Hour" runs from 5 PM to 7 PM, featuring discounted craft cocktails, draft beers, and "sacramental" wines.
- Reservations are strongly encouraged to secure a spot in this intimate space, particularly for those desiring the cozy antique booth seating.
🔄 Weekly Events
🦪 $1 Oyster "Shuck & Sip" Tuesdays
$1 Fresh local oysters starting from 5pm until sold out.
🥃 50% Off Bourbon Flights
Half off bourbon flights featuring a tasting of 4 bourbons (1.5oz each).
Monthly Cocktail Classes 🍸
Hosted once per month, featuring a lineup of prohibition-era cocktails.
🍸 Monthly Cocktail Classes
Speakeasy-style cocktail classes hosted once per month featuring a revolving lineup of themes and spirits.
Happy Hour
$5 draft beers, $6 wines, $7-$10 craft cocktails, and $8-$10 select small plates.
Recent Reviews from Google
I had heard of this speakeasy for a few years now but this was my first time actually getting to check it out. The entrance door is a large steel door with a knocker, a combination lock and a sliding...
Love this speakeasy!! The ambience is so incredible, and an intimate setting and the service is great, as they were very attentive! The drinks are dangerously good!!! I had the mushroom ravioli, with...
Lovely speakeasy with an amazing daily happy hour. Great service, oysters, tuna tartare, Southside and Mary Pickford cocktails, calamari, and the music bring us back to that era. The Latino bartender...
A truly one-of-a-kind speakeasy! This hidden gem offers an unforgettable experience from the moment you walk in. The ambiance is captivating—moody, stylish, and perfectly curated to transport you to...
Emilio, our waiter, was great! The hostess.. not so much. The place was empty. We had a reservation. Every booth was empty. She sat the couple ahead of us in a booth. We asked for a booth.. no. That...
