Free State
Category: Neighborhood Bars, Taproom, Basements
Neighborhood: Gallery Place / Chinatown
Price: $$
Address: 501B G St NW, Washington, DC 20001
β¨ Vibe
Free State is a chill, underground pub with a friendly atmosphere, perfect for conversation and enjoying strong drinks.
πΈ Best For
Happy hour, casual conversation, local beer enthusiasts, trivia nights, late-night drinks, relaxed gatherings
π₯ Highlights
- Extensive selection of local craft beers on tap (14 taps).
- Solid happy hour and weekly events like Music Bingo and themed parties.
- Friendly and knowledgeable staff, including bartenders and security.
βΉοΈ Need to Know
- Located in the basement; look for the staircase.
- Table reservations are recommended for popular events; email events@freestatebar.com.
π Upcoming Events & Specials
Sequin SoirΓ©e NYE Party
Wednesday, December 31stJoin us for our annual NYE celebration featuring music from DJ Nate Geezy, bubbly specials by the glass and bottle all night and party favors for all guests! Watch the ball drop in true DC style on our three large screen TVs. No cover, but table reservations recommended. To reserve, email: events@freestatebar.com.
Happy Hour
Wine, Beer and Rail Drinks $6
Recent Reviews from Google
It's really hard to find a bar that is good for just sitting and having a convo. Free State has a nice pub atmosphere. They dont really play music too loud so it's a good place to sit and chat. The...
I'm utterly impressed by this place! From the moment I spotted the staircase leading down to the basement, I had a feeling it would be fantastic, and boy, was I right! With a selection of 14 taps...
Chill underground bar. We went on a Monday so it was pretty dead but we had a group of us and there were deals on the drinks, plus they were playing pretty good music so all-in-all, it was a cool...
We frequent Free State at least once a week since we live nearby. Itβs got a solid happy hour, chill and friendly staff, and the vibes are always great. Trivia on Sundays is a fun bonus, and overall,...
Free State is a cocktail bar in the basement of a Chinatown building right behind the Capital One Arena. You walk down steep stairs, show the bouncer your I.D., and you're in. The space itself is...