Ivy and Coney
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Category: Sports Bars, Dive Bars, Pizza Bars
Neighborhood: Shaw
Price: $
Address: 1537 7th St NW, Washington, DC 20001
✨ Vibe
A high-energy, no-frills Midwest dive bar that brings the authentic grit and heart of Chicago and Detroit to the Shaw neighborhood.
🍸 Best For
Midwest sports fans, Detroit-style pizza enthusiasts, budget-friendly beer and shot combos, and festive holiday pop-ups.
🔥 Highlights
- Midwest Culinary Classics: Feast on an authentic menu featuring 10/10 burgers, Chicago-style dogs, and thick Detroit "za" alongside their signature curly fries and zesty cheese sauce.
- The "Chai-vy & Cohen-y" Pop-Up: Every December, the bar transforms into a legendary Hanukkah destination featuring a 16-foot "shotnorah," nightly menorah lightings, and traditional family-recipe latkes.
- The Ultimate Sports Den: With plenty of TVs and a spirited "outdoorish" deck space, it is the city’s premier spot to catch a Michigan or Detroit game while sipping an Old Style or braving a shot of Malort.
ℹ️ Need to Know
- Find the entrance right above the iconic Old Style sign on 7th Street; if you're visiting in late December, look out for their signature Chinese food and movie night on Christmas Day.
📅 Upcoming Events & Specials
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🔄 Weekly Events
🏈 Football Game Days
Ivy and Coney is a dedicated spot for sports fans, particularly during football season. Note that the venue does not host private events on these days during the season.
📺 Sports Viewing
Your neighborhood home for sports. If it's a sports game, it's probably being shown (excluding PPV events).
Live Sports Broadcasts 🏟️
Ivy and Coney is your home for watching sports. If it’s sports, they probably show it (no PPV events available). During football season, gamedays are prioritized on Thursdays, Sundays, and Mondays.
Happy Hour
Happy hour is daily from 5:00 PM to closing time, with closing times varying by day (Monday-Wednesday: 12:00 AM, Thursday: 2:00 AM, Friday: 3:00 AM, Saturday: 3:00 AM, Sunday: 12:00 AM). Specific drink or food specials are not listed on the provided text.
📰 In the News
Chicago Expats in DC: Go to Ivy and Coney
Ivy and Coney is a Shaw neighborhood bar that pays homage to Chicago and Detroit "corner bar" culture with Vienna Beef hot dogs, Malört, and a laid-back dive atmosphere. The venue features authentic Midwest touches like a Harry Caray mural and sport-pepper-topped dogs, offering a nostalgic escape for expats and locals alike.
This Hanukkah bar has patrons getting lit by the ‘shotnorah’
Ivy and Coney transforms into a festive Hanukkah pop-up featuring the 'shotnorah,' a custom menorah used for serving group shots. The seasonal celebration includes a themed menu with traditional treats like latkes and jelly donuts alongside the bar's signature Midwestern atmosphere.
Ivy and Coney’s Hanukkah Bar Started as a Joke. Now It’s a tradition.
Ivy and Coney hosts an annual Hanukkah pop-up bar that has evolved from a simple joke into a celebrated neighborhood tradition. The festive transformation features holiday decorations, themed snacks like latkes, and a specialized drink menu to mark the season.
Ivy and Coney’s Annual Hanukkah Bar Pop-Up, “Chai-vy & Cohen-y”, Returns Monday!!
Ivy and Coney hosts "Chai-vy & Cohen-y," an annual Hanukkah-themed pop-up bar at its Washington D.C. location. The seasonal event features festive holiday decorations alongside themed food and drink specials.
A Midwestern garage-bar just opened from the Ivy and Coney, Midlands owners
Ivy and Coney owners have expanded their D.C. presence with the opening of a new Midwestern-themed garage bar. This new establishment joins their existing portfolio of local favorites, which includes the original Ivy and Coney and The Midlands.
Recent Reviews from Google
Place was packed for the baseball playoffs but we found a place to wait for takeout. The burger was 10/10 awesome! I wish I would have e ordered another one just for myself. The hotdog was good and...
Great Shaw dive bar. Some of the best Chicago style dogs, cheeseburgers, and curly fries in the city! Get in above the Old Style sign on 7th. Good place to watch sports and hang out low key.
Good dive bar. It’s Detroit themed and even though I’m an eagles fan and from Pennsylvania I can still respect the theme. I always just kind of find myself at this bar when I’m not sure where else to...
I'm not even a Michigan fan, but best place to catch a game and some 'za
Great food and drinks, good vibes, and plenty of Midwest sports all at a modest price Chicago dog, Italian beef, Detroit Pizza, malort, old style "ish" they have it all A must-go dive in the...
