Death Punch
Neighborhood: Adams Morgan
Price: MODERATE
✨ Vibe
A high-energy, grunge-styled izakaya that seamlessly blends competitive gaming with a vibrant dance floor, all recently refreshed under new ownership to elevate its unique multi-floor experience.🍸 Best For
Immersive holiday pop-ups, high-value happy hours, group billiard sessions, and late-night DJ sets.🔥 Highlights
- The Miracle Pop-Up: Recognized as one of D.C.’s premier festive destinations, the bar transforms into a stunning holiday wonderland featuring elaborate decorations and creative seasonal cocktails in whimsical glassware.
- Multi-Floor Entertainment: The venue features a dedicated middle-floor Billiard Room with pool and ping pong, plus a spacious 150-capacity top floor perfect for live music and dancing.
- Izakaya-Inspired Fare: Guests can enjoy a flavorful menu of fresh ramen and savory bar snacks like Wagyu sliders, perfectly paired with an extensive drink list.
ℹ️ Need to Know
- Check out the legendary $20 open bar happy hour, offered twice daily, for incredible value on rail drinks, shots, and select beers.
- While street parking is limited in Adams Morgan, a paid parking garage is conveniently located nearby at 2421 18th Street NW.
🔄 Weekly Events
🎱 Free Billiards & Ping Pong
The Billiard Room features three Brunswick tables and outdoor table tennis on the back deck. Pool is free for paying customers (must purchase food or drinks).
🎱 Free Pool & Table Tennis
Located in the Billiard Room on the middle floor, featuring three Brunswick tables and outdoor table tennis. Free for paying customers (with purchase of food or drinks).
🎸 Live Music
Death Punch features live bands throughout the week. No reservations required.
🎸 Weekly Live Music
Death Punch features live bands throughout the week. No reservations are required to attend.
📰 In the News
Death Punch Temporarily Closed For Renovation in Adams Morgan, Reopening Under New Ownership “Soon”
Death Punch in Adams Morgan is temporarily closed for renovations and is slated to reopen under new ownership soon. The venue, located at 2321 18th Street NW, has traditionally featured live music, DJs, and a billiard room with pool and ping pong.
We tried the $20 open bar happy hour in Adams Morgan
Death Punch in Adams Morgan features a $20 open bar happy hour twice daily, covering rail drinks, shots, and select beers. Located above Shibuya Eatery, this grunge-styled izakaya offers an upbeat atmosphere with billiards alongside a menu of ramen and affordable bar snacks like Wagyu sliders.
This Wonderful Holiday Pop-Up Bar Is Now Open In Adams Morgan
Death Punch Bar in Adams Morgan hosts the festive 'Miracle' holiday pop-up, featuring kitschy decor and themed cocktails like the 'Grandma Got Run Over By A T-Rex.' The venue transforms into a nostalgic holiday destination with immersive lights, tinsel, and seasonal glassware.
DC’s Christmas Bar Will Return This Year in a New Location—Pandemic Be Damned
Death Punch in Adams Morgan hosts the "Miracle" holiday pop-up, transforming the three-level Japanese-themed cocktail lounge into an edgy Christmas experience. The venue features festive cocktails like the "Bad Santa" mulled wine paired with holiday-style Japanese wagashi and sweets.
Shibuya Eatery And Death Punch Open In Adams Morgan
Death Punch is a Japanese motorcycle culture-inspired cocktail bar located above Shibuya Eatery in Adams Morgan. The venue features a sophisticated beverage program highlighting Japanese whiskeys, sake, and house-made tinctures alongside a menu of grilled izakaya snacks and fresh sashimi.
Recent Reviews from Google
The miracle pop up was amazing! Met friends for an early hh so the place was pretty empty during our reservation. The bartender (Dominic I believe) was fantastic - explained each of the drinks on the...
If you’re coming here for the Miracle Popup … it’s totally worth it! The atmosphere is great, and the holiday cocktails are totally awesome. Plus those cups they come in … hysterical. Highly...
Amazing place! Decorations were beautiful and themed for Christmas, good vibes, good music. Eric was our bartender, super nice and even took his time to explain us the drinks. Food was fresh and...
I went to the place for the holiday experience and grabbed some food. In terms of decoration, it was so beautiful, and the spirit of Christmas is there for sure. I also planned to have a drink...
Went here for the Miracle Pop Up. The pop up takes place on two floors. The first floor (which is really the second floor of the building) is where most of the seating is, the bar, and restrooms. The...