The Green Zone
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✨ Vibe
An elevated Middle Eastern cocktail bar that blends cultural richness with an energetic Adams Morgan energy, featuring two floors of lively music, a dancefloor, and a charming outdoor patio.
🍸 Best For
Unique craft cocktails, flavorful Mediterranean bites, lively weekend dancing, impressive non-alcoholic options, and trendy date nights.
🔥 Highlights
- Signature Sips: The bar is famous for its refreshing frozen Mint Lemonade (perfect with rum) and the citrusy Lebanese No. 1, alongside some of the best non-alcoholic cocktails in the city.
- Flavor-Packed Small Plates: Must-try menu items include the legendary Arabic Spiced chicken wings, crispy fried halloumi, and authentic spreads like muhammara and labnah with za'atar.
- Multi-Level Experience: Guests can enjoy a more intimate atmosphere on the first floor or head to the second floor for a dedicated bar and dancefloor vibe.
ℹ️ Need to Know
- While indoor seating is first-come, first-served, the outdoor patio can be reserved in advance for a guaranteed spot.
- Large groups and private celebrations are welcome, with dedicated booking options available for parties of 10 or more.
📅 Upcoming Events & Specials
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🔄 Weekly Events
Arabic & Middle Eastern Music DJs 🕺
DJs playing Arabic and Middle Eastern music every week.
International DJs 🌍
International DJs performing every Saturday.
Middle Eastern Playlists 🎵
Curated Middle Eastern playlists played after Happy Hour.
Happy Hour
Happy hour specials available Tuesday through Friday.
📰 In the News
The Best Bars In DC - Washington DC
The Green Zone is featured by The Infatuation as one of the best bars in Washington, D.C. The venue is recognized as a premier destination for cocktails and is a key inclusion in this curated guide to the city's nightlife.
The Green Zone - Washington DC - Bar - 50Best Discovery
The Green Zone is a vibrant Middle Eastern cocktail bar in Washington DC’s Adams Morgan neighborhood featuring flavors from Palestine, Lebanon, and Iraq. Founded by Chris Hassaan Francke, the two-story venue offers signature drinks like the pistachio-infused Janissary Corps alongside a selection of small plates and non-alcoholic options.
The Green Zone – Bar Review
The Green Zone is a vibrant Middle Eastern cocktail bar in Adams Morgan that features a two-level space including the upstairs Club de la Résistance for cultural events and DJs. The menu highlights regional flavors with signature drinks like the frozen Mint Lemonade & More alongside authentic Iraqi, Lebanese, and Syrian-inspired snacks and wraps. The venue offers a sophisticated yet relaxed atmosphere decorated with vintage posters and traditional Middle Eastern decor.
The Green Zone
The Green Zone is Washington D.C.’s first standalone Middle Eastern cocktail bar, featuring a menu of innovative drinks and dishes inspired by the region's diverse flavors and cultures. The venue serves as a cultural hub with authentic decor, weekly DJ sets, and community events that celebrate Middle Eastern heritage.
A bartenders’ guide to the best cocktails in Washington
The Green Zone is highlighted as a premier destination for cocktails in Washington, D.C., in this expert-led guide. The venue is celebrated for its inventive Middle Eastern-inspired beverage program and its standing as a must-visit location in the city's bar scene.
Recent Reviews from Google
10/10 - food and service are incredible. We stopped in right as they opened at 2 on a Sunday and sat at the bar. Food came out so quickly and was delicious. Highly recommend the eggs with awarma & the...
Great place to hangout after work. Their cocktail menu is so fun and you can't go wrong with any of the choices. We got their spiced wings and fries. For such a simple dish, it's just boosting with...
This is an elevated middle eastern bar. Overall the food is delicious. They have snacks and spreads like lamba awarma, muhammara. We got both of these. The awarma is really filling and the muhammara...
The fried halloumi is a must. As well as the mint lemonade (I recommend with rum). Very good vibes with yummy food, great spot for a date or dinner with friends
Unique cocktails with a Mediterranean twist. I *loved* the Lebanese no. 1 (citrus, apricot), with a delicious smooth vanilla finish from the cognac. Green Zone gets pretty crowded on the weekend, but...
