McClellan's Retreat
✨ Vibe
Intimate and evocative, this Civil War-themed "officers' retreat" features dim lantern lighting, flannel banquettes, and a cozy speakeasy atmosphere that makes it a quintessential Dupont Circle neighborhood favorite.
🍸 Best For
Whiskey connoisseurs, intimate date nights, creative seasonal cocktails, and relaxed happy hours with friends or colleagues.
🔥 Highlights
- Expertly Crafted Rotating Menus: Recently hailed as one of the best bars in DC, the venue features a beverage program that evolves every six weeks, offering everything from era-inspired classics to elaborate summer tiki drinks.
- Unrivaled Spirits Selection: Guests can explore an extensive library of barrel-aged spirits, rare whiskeys, and unique rums, all navigated by a knowledgeable bar team known for their incredible bartending skills and personalized recommendations.
- Charming Bar Bites: The menu pairs high-quality drinks with delightful snacks, including white cheddar grilled cheese, curated charcuterie boards, and their signature whale crackers.
ℹ️ Need to Know
- The venue maintains a dedicated seating policy to ensure every guest has a stool or table, preserving a relaxed and comfortable environment for conversation.
- Don't miss their legendary Happy Hour, which features a unique house punch that changes every single day.
Happy Hour
$8 Old Fashioneds and Hammonds, $9 Palomas and Aperitivo Spritzes, and $10 Martinis.
Recent Reviews from Google
One of my favorite bars in DC! They have a small but fun menu of unique, seasonal, and perfectly crafted cocktails. Their charcuterie board is well curated too. Looking forward to my next visit with...
Best happy hour in DC! Make sure you get the punch at that time - it changes every day. The cocktails are amazing, and they aren't kidding - they have the best bartenders in DC. Went with a group of...
Staff at the bar are responsive when you get their attention, and do more than asked for. They're busy with conferences and hotel guests. An easy 4.5 star for service if it were a choice. Food was on...
Incredible cocktail bar that’s been serving the neighborhood for years. The interior is dark, cozy and thoughtfully decorated, giving out a speakeasy vibe without being over the top. All the drinks...
McClellan’s is always a good time! The staff are super welcoming and knowledgeable. Not sure what you want? The bar team has awesome recommendations and has yet to steer me wrong. The vibe inside is...