Quill at The Jefferson
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Category: Hotel Bars, Cocktail Bars, Whiskey Bars
Neighborhood: Dupont Circle
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Address: 1200 16th St NW, Washington, DC 20036, United States
✨ Vibe
Quill is a sophisticated, literary-inspired sanctuary within the historic Jefferson hotel, featuring a warm library-like ambiance, polished brass accents, and a stunning amber-toned lighted glass bar.
🍸 Best For
Upscale cocktails, intimate conversations, whiskey enthusiasts, romantic dates, historic atmosphere
🔥 Highlights
- Award-Winning Mixology: Recently celebrated for its luxury positioning with the $100 "Centennial Cocktail" featuring 24-karat gold-encapsulated ice, the bar is also famous for world-class whiskey flights and seasonal craft creations.
- Historic Madeira Collection: Guests can enjoy a truly rare experience with an extensive collection of historic Madeira dating back to the 18th century.
- Chef-Driven Menu: Under the direction of Executive Chef Fabio Salvatore, the lounge serves refined Italian-influenced fare, including a celebrated crab soufflé and premium charcuterie platters with caviar-topped deviled eggs.
ℹ️ Need to Know
- The venue offers a full dinner service alongside its signature cocktail menu, making it an excellent choice for a complete evening of fine dining and drinks.
- Located just blocks from the White House, it serves as a premier destination for those seeking a professional and polished environment for business or leisure.
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🔄 Weekly Events
🍸 Evening Dining & Cocktails at Quill
Full dinner service and signature cocktails offered each night at one of DC’s best cocktail bars.
🍳 Weekday Breakfast
Elegant breakfast service at The Greenhouse.
🥗 Weekday Lunch
Seasonal lunch menu served in The Greenhouse.
🍳 Weekend Brunch
Seasonal brunch menus served under the historic skylight.
📰 In the News
The Strange Aftermath of the WHCD Shooting
Quill at The Jefferson is the central focus of this report detailing the chaotic aftermath of a shooting incident that occurred at the hotel bar during the White House Correspondents’ Dinner weekend. The article examines the impact of the event on the venue's reputation and the surrounding D.C. social scene.
Historic DC Hotel Bars with Character & Cocktails
Quill at The Jefferson is an upscale cocktail bar located within the historic Jefferson Hotel, which originally opened as an apartment building in 1923. The lounge offers a sophisticated atmosphere with a seasonal drink menu featuring elevated flavors like fig, smoked cherrywood, and specialty bitters.
Recent Reviews from Google
We ended up here by accident because my friend requested an Uber to the Jefferson instead of the Jefferson Memorial. What a beautiful mistake that was! Staff here was so pleasant, personable, and the...
The Bar was fantastic, Katie, our bartender was world-class! Knowledgeable and friendly. Beautiful place for an afternoon cocktail. Crabcake was perfect!
Elegant atmosphere - we stayed the night at the Jeffery. Didn’t have to make a reservation but we almost got entire restaurant to ourselves. Great service - the waiters put the biggest smile on their...
I came here a few months back and enjoyed the whiskey cocktails so much, I came back the other night. The cocktails are tasty and the staff is always so incredibly attentive. This time we got a round...
Fantastic environment to lounge and/or conversation. Also great spot to wait for your dinner reservation at the greenhouse! Pro: - drink selection - food/appetizer selection - extremely professional...
