Recessions
Category: Dive Bars, Karaoke Bars, Pool Halls
Neighborhood: Downtown
Price: $
Address: 1823 L St NW, Washington, DC 20036
✨ Vibe
A high-energy, "speakeasy" style basement dive that pulses with an electric atmosphere and a welcoming, authentic local heart.
🍸 Best For
High-octane karaoke, unbeatable happy hour deals, casual pool games, and late-night socializing in a gritty-chic setting.
🔥 Highlights
- Legendary Karaoke: Celebrated as a top-tier destination for singers, the nightly sessions offer an electric environment where the friendly crowd genuinely cheers for every performer.
- Unbeatable Value: A true downtown gem for those seeking "un-fancy" prices, featuring famous happy hour specials like their massive 28oz beers for just $9.
- Beyond the Stage: When you aren't singing, you can enjoy a game of pool on their well-maintained tables, often hosted by the gracious and welcoming owner, Muhammad.
ℹ️ Need to Know
- Karaoke begins at 8:00 PM Tuesday through Saturday and 7:00 PM on Sundays, running until closing time.
- Located in a cozy lower-level space on L Street, this "hidden gem" is the perfect spot for a relaxed, budget-friendly night out with colleagues or friends.
🔄 Weekly Events
🎤 Karaoke Night (Sundays)
Showcase your singing talents or enjoy a night out with friends. Join us to belt out your favorite tunes, revel in the electrifying atmosphere, and discover your inner superstar.
🎤 Karaoke Night (Tuesday - Saturday)
Showcase your singing talents or enjoy a night out with friends. Join us to belt out your favorite tunes, revel in the electrifying atmosphere, and discover your inner superstar.
Sunday Karaoke 🎤
Showcase your singing talents or enjoy a night out with friends. Join us to belt out your favorite tunes in an electrifying atmosphere.
Happy Hour
$1 off all 16 oz draft beers, $2 off all 28oz draft beers, $5 Shots, and $5 Wine.
Recent Reviews from Google
What a find! I was looking for a fun spot on a Wednesday night and Recessions delivered one of the most memorable nights I've had in DC. The karaoke here is top-tier. The energy was electric, with a...
After work, we decided to stop by Recession for their happy hour. Tucked away in a basement reminiscent of an old speakeasy, the ambiance immediately sets the tone for a unique experience. We opted to...
Karaoke here is a great vibe with lots of fun patrons. However, at the end of the night, while I was still sitting at the bar, I went to close my tab (specifically to pay with cash) and was told they...
Recessions is the kind of basement bar where you stumble in for cheap drinks and end up staying all night singing your heart out. It’s grungy, loud, and full of heart—exactly what you want from a...
Karaoke has no logic. If you get there early, you have EVERYBODY that comes in as a brand new singer gets placed ahead of you in line. So if your plan is to sing, you'll get ONE song. Food is...
