Royal Sands Social Club
Category: Tiki Bars, Happy Hour Spots, Event Spaces
Neighborhood: Navy Yard
Price: $$
Address: 26 N St SE, Washington, DC 20003
✨ Vibe
A massive, 14,000-square-foot tropical paradise in Navy Yard that transports you straight to a sun-drenched Florida beach resort with its vibrant, high-energy atmosphere and "pool-side" decor.
🍸 Best For
Large group events, high-energy happy hours, Nationals Park game days, "Pitch-A-Friend" dating nights, and buzzing watch parties.
🔥 Highlights
- Stunning experiential design featuring a sunken tiled bar made to look like a swimming pool and a signature 30-foot-tall lifeguard station DJ booth.
- An expansive two-story layout including a rooftop Cabana Bar that offers fantastic views and a high-energy club transition on weekend nights.
- A unique coastal menu featuring ahi wonton nachos, sushi, and gator bao buns paired with expertly crafted frozen cocktails and tropical libations.
ℹ️ Need to Know
- Enjoy a standout weekday Happy Hour from 4 PM to 7 PM with great specials on wings, nachos, and signature drinks.
- Known for exceptional hospitality, this venue is a premier spot for private events, offering dedicated coordinators and custom themed cocktail menus for large groups.
🔄 Weekly Events
🥞 Beach Club Brunch
Enjoy 90 minutes of flowing bubbles, Kona Big Waves, Bloody Marys and Royal Transfusions for $27.99 with the purchase of an entrée.
🎧 Weekend Nightlife DJs
Elevate your nightlife experience with DC's best DJs every Friday and Saturday night.
Friday Night DJs 🎧
Elevate your nightlife experience with DC's best DJs every Friday night.
Saturday Night DJs 💃
Elevate your nightlife experience with DC's best DJs every Saturday night.
Happy Hour
Discounted appetizers ($9.95-$14.95), $2 off sushi rolls, $5.95-$9.50 draft beers, $9.75 cocktails, $11 wine, and $6.50 shots. Also features late-night sushi happy hour starting at 9pm daily.
📰 In the News
Summer treats with Royal Sands Social Club
Royal Sands Social Club in the Navy Yard district features a variety of summer-inspired eats and drinks. Chef Nima Khazaeli highlights the venue's seasonal menu, showcasing the coastal-themed food and beverage offerings available at this Washington, D.C. destination.
'Love Island USA' watch parties have reached 'Super Bowl' levels of 'excitement'
Royal Sands Social Club in Washington, D.C. hosts tropical-themed watch parties for 'Love Island USA' that draw large crowds with an atmosphere reminiscent of the show's villa. The venue’s collaboration with local event groups highlights its role as a community-focused alternative to the city's traditional nightlife scene.
Recent Reviews from Google
Me and a friend stopped by Royal Sands Social Club for happy hour during the week and had an overall great time. Since we went early it was surprisingly quiet and we pretty much had the place to...
Hosted a number of events here for my college’s alumni group, and they always welcome us with exceptional hospitality. Everyone speaks highly of the food, cocktails, and atmosphere! Thank you for...
Had an amazing time at Royal Sands in DC! The vibe was great, and the service made the experience even better. Our server and bartender Mekhi was absolutely awesome—super friendly, attentive, and made...
A Tropical Oasis in the Heart of DC: Royal Sands Exceeds All Expectations! Royal Sands is, quite simply, an amazing venue. From the moment you step inside, it's incredibly inviting, transporting you...
We hosted a DC Graduate student mixer on Friday and the Royal Sands team made it so easy to reserve the entire second floor! They were very easy to work with and even offered to make themed cocktails...
