Red Bear Brewing Co.
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Category: Breweries, LGBTQ+ Bars, Game Bars
Neighborhood: NoMa
Price: $$
Address: 209 M St NE, Washington, DC 20002
✨ Vibe
A spacious and inclusive 7,000-square-foot, adventure-themed taproom that serves as a vibrant community hub for the NoMa neighborhood.🍸 Best For
Craft beer enthusiasts, LGBTQ+ nightlife, competitive trivia fans, board game nights, and group hangouts.🔥 Highlights
- Extensive House Taps: Enjoy 24 house-brewed lines featuring highly-regarded West Coast IPAs, seasonal releases, and a fantastic house-made root beer.
- Dynamic Community Events: Experience a high-energy lineup of weekly entertainment, including their legendary Wednesday night trivia, drag bingo, and a dedicated library of board games.
- Flavorful Pub Kitchen: Dig into a menu of elevated favorites like their top-rated smash burgers, loaded tots, and spicy chicken chipotle sandwiches, all easily ordered via a convenient QR-code system.
ℹ️ Need to Know
- This proud gay- and veteran-owned establishment focuses on inclusivity, offering a welcoming "safe space" environment for all guests.
- Reservations are recommended for their popular event nights, though the large interior offers plenty of seating for walk-in groups and casual gatherings.
📅 Upcoming Events & Specials
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🔄 Weekly Events
🤟 ASL Accessible Events
Inclusive events for the deaf and hard-of-hearing, including trivia themes and open-mic nights.
🤟 ASL Trivia
The only trivia night in the District performed in American Sign Language (ASL), with English interpretation included.
🧠 District Trivia
Assemble your team and compete for prizes and bragging rights with the DMV's largest pub trivia business.
👠 Drag Bingo
Drag Bingo with Tiffany D Carter and Guest host Frieda Poussay. Fun, prizes, and drag!
🥂 Drag Brunches
Regularly hosted drag brunches with great vibes and food offerings.
🎲 Free Play Board Games
Dozens of board games available for free play, ranging from classics to new Kickstarter releases.
🍺 Pub Trivia Night
Team Trivia with Quiz Masters William, Neil, & DJ. Compete as a team of up to 6 players or go solo.
🧩 Puzzle Night
A 500-piece jigsaw competition happening every other week. Teams race against a timer to complete the puzzle.
👑 RuPaul’s Drag Race Watch Parties
Watch new episodes on the big screen with special events hosted by local drag queens.
Happy Hour
Afternoon drink specials at the brewery.
📰 In the News
11 Queer-Owned Restaurants and Bars to Celebrate Pride All Year Round in D.C.
Red Bear Brewing Co. is featured as one of the premier queer-owned restaurants and bars in Washington, D.C., where guests can celebrate Pride all year round. The venue is recognized for its inclusive atmosphere and community-focused approach to craft beer.
WASHINGTON, DC’S METROPOLITAN BEER TRAIL PASSPORT GOES LIVE MAY 1, 2026
Red Bear Brewing Co. is a featured destination on the 2026 Metropolitan Beer Trail, which launched its passport program on May 1. Patrons can use the digital passport to check in at the brewery and other local craft beer spots in Washington, D.C. to earn various prizes and rewards.
A Buzzy Moment for D.C. Dining: RAMMYS Finalists and James Beard Semifinalists Revealed
Red Bear Brewing Co. has been recognized as a finalist for the RAMMY Awards, highlighting its status as a prominent player in the Washington D.C. dining and craft beer scene. This distinction underscores the brewery's excellence in the local hospitality industry and its reputation as a top destination for quality beverages.
Recent Reviews from Google
The hubs says the "beer was great" and that says a lot! I tried a couple cocktails and they were both good. We went for the loaded tots, as they showed Gluten Free (can't guarantee no cross...
Best smash burger I've had in a long time, full of flavor and juicy. French fries are very good. loved the seasoning on the FF. . The in house Root Beer was fantastic. The dipping sauce that comes...
This place is not for me. Some beer was good, some was ok. My nachos were cold and the pulled pork sandwich was thin and overpowered by the coleslaw. The $80 bill for 2 ok meals, 1 beer, and 1...
To start with the reason they got three stars, this place had genuinely really good beer. I did two flights, and I liked everything I tried. However, I had two pretty big problems. First, this is on...
Plenty of seating and a great atmosphere. Tacos on taco Tuesday were really. Fries were also Fresh and hot. The chicken Chipotle sandwhich was spicy of that is what you like.
