Kelly's Irish Times
Category: Irish Pubs, Neighborhood Bars, Late Night
Neighborhood: Capitol Hill
Price: $$
Address: 14 F St NW, Washington, DC 20001
✨ Vibe
A legendary and boisterous Capitol Hill landmark established in 1978, offering an authentic slice of Irish hospitality with a high-energy atmosphere that has earned it a spot among the best bars in America.🍸 Best For
Late-night wedding afterparties, Capitol Hill happy hours, New England Patriots game days, comedy enthusiasts, and police and first responder gatherings.🔥 Highlights
- Award-Winning Pedigree: Recognized as a top 10 Irish pub by USA Today and named one of the "Best Bars in America" by Esquire, this storied venue features a premier whiskey bar boasting 23 Irish varieties and 29 Kentucky bourbons.
- The Olive & Arrow Speakeasy: Hidden beneath the main pub is the Olive & Arrow basement speakeasy, a cozy retreat that serves as a hub for the DC comedy community and hosts seasonal events like the Comedy Holiday Extravaganza.
- Classic Pub Comforts: The kitchen serves up hot, fresh favorites ranging from regional classics like Guinness Irish Stew and Corned Beef & Cabbage to their highly-praised crispy tater tots and fresh fish and chips.
ℹ️ Need to Know
- Take advantage of the daily happy hour from 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM, which features drink specials popular with neighborhood staffers and interns.
- The pub is the official home for the New England Patriots Fan Club of DC and hosts significant annual celebrations during Police Week every May.
🔄 Weekly Events
📣 Official New England Patriots Fan Club of DC
The official gathering spot for Patriots fans in Washington DC to watch games throughout the NFL season.
🏆 United Social Sports Leagues
Kelly's Irish Times serves as a host venue for United Social Sports leagues and post-game social gatherings.
🏈 New England Patriots Game Watch
Official home of the New England Patriots Fan Club of DC.
Recent Reviews from Google
A Pint of Shelter: Dodging D.C. Storms at Kelly’s The Irish Times Kelly’s The Irish Times on Capitol Hill was the perfect place to swerve into to avoid an incoming storm approaching Washington, D.C....
Huge potential and lovely old pub but a bit run down and grimy atmosphere inside... Sorry, just being honest. And obviously as it's near central DC, it is v expensive. It seems a bit of a strange...
First time here and though it is a tribute to the men and women in blue, we probably won’t be back. The staff wasn’t very engaging and the atmosphere needs a major renovation. We did enjoy looking at...
We chose Kelly’s Irish Times as the spot for our wedding afterparty and it was the perfect choice. If you're staying near Capitol Hill (especially on NJ Ave), I highly recommend heading here for your...
Yum! Food, service and prices are great. It's an older bar with plenty of seating indoors and some seating outdoors too. I tried the chicken tenders, burger, fries and tots. If you like tots, this is...
