Proper Bar
✨ Vibe
Recently opened in Mount Vernon Triangle, Proper Bar is a sophisticated, mid-century-inspired supper club that blends "grown and sexy" Miami energy with an elegant, gold-and-green-accented aesthetic featuring a stunning 50-foot marble bar and live piano music.
🍸 Best For
Celebratory birthday dinners, upscale girls' nights out, romantic date nights, and anyone seeking a polished cocktail lounge experience with a live soundtrack.
🔥 Highlights
- Elevated Comfort Fare: Indulge in high-low luxury with signature dishes like the crispy chicken nuggets topped with caviar, the dry-aged tomahawk steak, and the fan-favorite Proper Burger.
- Artisanal Beverage Program: Enjoy a sophisticated craft cocktail experience featuring tableside martini service and the refreshing, fan-favorite "Hermes" cocktail.
- Supper Club Atmosphere: The venue offers a glittering glimpse into the past with white tablecloth service, plush velvet booths, and nightly live piano performances that create a 10/10 atmosphere.
ℹ️ Need to Know
- An elegant dress code is enforced to maintain the sophisticated vibe (no hats or beanies permitted inside).
- Visit during the weekday happy hour from 5 to 7 p.m. for $9 forced carbonated cocktails, $10 house wines, and $7 draft beers.
📰 In the News
D.C.’s New Proper Bar Offers a Glittering Glimpse Into the Past
Proper Bar in Mt. Vernon Triangle offers a sophisticated supper club experience featuring white tablecloths, live piano music, and an upscale menu. The venue serves refined dishes like crispy chicken with caviar and the signature Proper Burger, complemented by tableside martini service and a mid-century-inspired aesthetic.
6 New Culinary Happenings in DC This Fall
Proper Bar is a stylish new American bistro and cocktail lounge in Northwest DC from veteran restaurateurs Will Strozier and Rob Zahn. Located on K Street, the venue offers a seasonally inspired food menu alongside a sophisticated craft cocktail program in an elevated yet approachable setting.
The Best New Happy Hours in D.C.
Proper Bar offers a weekday happy hour from 5 to 7 p.m. featuring $9 forced carbonated cocktails in its gold and dark green-accented space. The menu also includes $10 house wines and $7 draft beers at this new venue from the team behind Proper 21.
Proper Bar Opens With Elevated Bistro Fare, Caviar, and Cocktails in Mount Vernon Triangle
Proper Bar is an elevated American bistro and cocktail lounge in DC’s Mount Vernon Triangle, featuring a sophisticated design with green velvet banquettes and a 50-foot marble bar. The menu offers upscale comfort food and shareable plates, including caviar-topped crispy chicken, handmade pastas, and a dry-aged tomahawk steak.
Proper Bar opening in D.C. this week, owners undeterred by shutdown
Proper Bar is opening on the ground floor of The Crosby, a 14-story multifamily building in Washington, D.C. The owners are moving forward with the debut despite the challenges posed by an ongoing government shutdown.
Recent Reviews from Google
I Love Proper Bar! I had dinner here on Saturday October 18th at 6:30 pm. When me and my party arrived we were greeted by Will and the Hostess and it was a very warm and friendly welcoming. The...
I had my birthday dinner at proper bar and it was the best experience! From food to drinks, to service! Everything was amazing, but the service was even better. They were so attentive, we had a large...
Absolutely loved this place! ✨ Proper Bar is so elegant and beautifully designed - from the decor to the overall vibe, everything feels classy and thoughtfully put together. The drinks were amazing,...
Our evening at the Proper Bar was truly amazing. The ambiance was elegant. (remember the dress code—no hats/beanies inside). Food was absolutely delicious. We ordered Parker House Rolls, Scallops,...
An amazing spot for our Girl’s Night Out - we started with a round of cocktails, and hands down the Hermes was an our fav. Refreshing much? From there, Devon led us to the local Sparkling Wine option...
