Crimson Whiskey Bar
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Category: Whiskey Bars, Speakeasies, Hotel Bars
Neighborhood: Gallery Place / Chinatown
Price: $$
Address: 627 H St NW, Washington, DC 20001
✨ Vibe
A moody and stylish subterranean speakeasy, this hidden gem features 15-foot ceilings and taxidermy-adorned walls that create a warm, intimate escape from the bustling Chinatown streets.
🍸 Best For
Bourbon aficionados, pre-game cocktails for Capital One Arena events, romantic date nights, and cozy group hangouts.
🔥 Highlights
- Recognized by The Bourbon Review as one of "America’s Best Bourbon Bars 2024," boasting an elite collection of approximately 150 varieties of American spirits.
- Expertly crafted whiskey-centric cocktails, including signature house-made Manhattans and Old Fashioneds that locals consider a neighborhood gold standard.
- A spacious, underground layout that offers a relaxed atmosphere even on busy nights, making it a perfect retreat for those seeking high-quality service and conversation.
ℹ️ Need to Know
- Located in the basement level of the Motto by Hilton Washington DC City Center.
- Features a highly-regarded happy hour that is perfect for sampling their extensive whiskey program.
Recent Reviews from Google
I went with coworkers last night, on a saturday before a capitals game. This place is a hidden gem, I am very pleased with our experience. I have been to the rooftop before, which was closed, but the...
Crimson Whiskey Bar is such a cozy and stylish spot if you’re a whiskey lover or just looking for a great place to unwind. The atmosphere is warm and inviting, with a cool, intimate vibe that’s...
Great happy hour, huge selection of whiskey, which I took advantage of, but the dish I got was an embarrassment. I ordered Crispy Pork Belly, which usually means a strip of chunks of skin on pork...
I did not eat here. I only had drinks down in the bar downstairs. The old fashioned drinks were spot on and the service very friendly. There was plenty of space to wander about and relax with a buddy...
Great little bar downstairs in the Motto. I went for a Kentucky derby party and the atmosphere was cute and fun. Great mixed drinks with fine attention to detail. Many places to sit and relax. Loved...
