Franklin Hall
Loading who’s going…
✨ Vibe
A high-energy, industrial-chic American beer hall that serves as a vibrant community hub for sports fans, dancers, and large social groups.🍸 Best For
Premier League match days, large group gatherings, competitive trivia nights, salsa and bachata dancing, and federal worker appreciation.🔥 Highlights
- The Home of DC Soccer: As the official headquarters for the DC Armoury (Arsenal supporters), the hall offers an unmatched atmosphere for soccer fans, often opening as early as 7:30 AM for international match kickoffs.
- Dynamic Entertainment & Events: From bi-weekly "Live Dancing Doodles" featuring top-tier salsa and bachata to high-stakes trivia every Tuesday and Wednesday, there is always a reason to celebrate.
- Community-First Hospitality: Recognized for its commitment to the neighborhood, the venue is famous for its generous "shutdown specials," including free food buffets and drink discounts for federal employees.
ℹ️ Need to Know
- Visit on Tuesdays for app-based games and mystery beer specials, or Wednesdays for traditional trivia paired with wing and wine deals.
- The venue features a massive 60-foot bar and plenty of communal long-table seating, making it one of the most accommodating spots in U-Street for walk-in groups.
Recent Reviews from Google
Great, great, great (I can’t say great enough) spot to catch an Arsenal game (or other sports as well). If you’re a DC-based Arsenal fan and you’re looking for the local supporters group, you’ve found...
Live dancing doodles hosted here ever other Sunday night! However, THEY NEED TO SERVE WATER!!!! They make you buy bottled water… really annoying. But, they do let you bring in your own water bottle...
I’ve been going to Franklin hall for years and always have a great time. Plenty of seating and tv screens. They have long tables for big groups and smaller high tops for smaller groups. Depending on...
The service and drinks were good but the weird app I downloaded—Vemospay—to pay my tab charged me 25$ plus my actual tab. Super sketchy!!! I understand you can pay at the bar but I’m disappointed an...
I’ve never experienced such poor customer service at a bar. One of the managers, Chris, was incredibly rude — she wouldn’t make eye contact, ignored me completely, and forced me to communicate through...
