Her Diner

Her Diner

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✨ Vibe

A vibrant, queer-owned sanctuary in Adams Morgan that reimagines the "gay Cheers" atmosphere with neon-hued nostalgia, inclusive energy, and a warm, home-away-from-home feel.

🍸 Best For

Drag brunch, late-night comfort food, craft cocktails, community events, and lively happy hours with friends.

🔥 Highlights

  • Immersive Themed Restrooms: Experience the ultimate tribute to pop royalty with dedicated Beyoncé and Madonna bathrooms, featuring curated decor and their iconic hits playing on loop.
  • Elevated Comfort Classics: The menu shines with nostalgic favorites like meatloaf, chicken pot pie, and perfectly seasoned wings, alongside signature drinks like the "Bi Felicia" and the "Betty White Cosmo."
  • Community-Driven Spirit: Recently opened as a safe haven in the District, this venue hosts high-energy drag shows, themed trivia nights, and special sessions supporting local civil servants and federal workers.

ℹ️ Need to Know

  • Visit early to catch the popular daily Happy Hour, which runs until 7 PM.
  • Street parking is tight in Adams Morgan, so taking a cab or rideshare is recommended to fully enjoy the expert mixology.

📰 In the News

WJLA Jun 4, 2025

Queer-owned Her Diner embraces WorldPride, which city expects to bring $600 million to DC

Her Diner is a queer-owned neighborhood bar and restaurant in Adams Morgan that provides an inclusive and safe space for the LGBTQ+ community. Located at 18th and U Street NW, the venue pays homage to queer history through its decor while offering a welcoming environment for both locals and visitors in Washington, D.C.

WUSA9 Jun 3, 2025

LGBTQ+ and woman-owned Her Diner welcoming everyone to its DC booths

Her Diner is a queer- and woman-owned establishment in Adams Morgan that evolved from the former Duplex Diner space to offer a welcoming, inclusive atmosphere. The venue features female-driven brands and a lively environment hosting regular community events, including drag performances, DJ sets, and themed trivia nights.

EL PAÍS English Mar 4, 2025

Trump launches his revenge against Washington: Welcome to ‘MAGA, D.C.’

Her Diner, a queer and inclusive restaurant in Washington’s Adams Morgan neighborhood, serves as a safe space for federal workers facing mass layoffs. The venue features a display of civil servant photos in its windows and hosts evening sessions to provide a supportive environment for displaced employees to share their stories.

Axios Nov 20, 2024

Her Diner opens in Adams Morgan with a Beyoncé bathroom and "gay Cheers" vibes

Her Diner is a queer-focused neighborhood spot in Adams Morgan that evolved from the legendary Duplex Diner, maintaining its "gay Cheers" atmosphere. The menu features elevated comfort food like boozy shakes and homemade eggrolls alongside themed amenities like a Beyoncé-inspired restroom and drag brunches.

Eater DC Nov 19, 2024

Inside Her Diner, D.C.’s New Neon-Hued Spot for Crushes and Comfort Food

Her Diner is an LGBTQ-friendly neighborhood spot in Adams Morgan that revitalizes the former Duplex Diner space with neon-hued decor and comfort food classics. The menu features nostalgic favorites like meatloaf and BLTs alongside fruit-forward crushes, themed cocktails, and signature 'gratis pickles' from Gordy’s Pickle Jar.

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