The Hamilton Live
Category: Live Music Venues, Supper Clubs, American
Neighborhood: Downtown
Price: $$$
Address: 600 14th St NW, Washington, DC 20005
✨ Vibe
A sophisticated and trendy subterranean dinner theater that pairs world-class sound and lighting with the intimate, high-energy feel of a premier listening room.
🍸 Best For
Dinner and a show, upscale date nights, fans of jam bands and tribute acts, and celebrating special occasions just steps from the White House.
🔥 Highlights
- Eclectic Musical Calendar: From Grammy-winning artists and brass bands to legendary tribute acts, the venue features a diverse lineup of high-caliber talent that appeals to every musical taste.
- Exceptional Dining: Unlike typical venues, The Hamilton Live offers a curated menu of gourmet pizzas, fresh sushi, and inventive American fare, complemented by a top-tier service team.
- Premier Sound & Design: Widely regarded as one of the best-designed music rooms in the city, the venue boasts a powerful sound system and a layout that ensures a close-up, immersive experience with the performers.
ℹ️ Need to Know
- Doors typically open at 6:30 PM—ninety minutes before showtime—so arrive early to secure the best first-come, first-served seating at your ticket level.
- Enjoy discounted parking by validating your ticket from the ONE PARKING garage (1325 G Street NW) at the restaurant’s host stand.
📅 Upcoming Events & Specials
The Fab Faux 🍏
Friday, May 15thBeatles tribute performance. Ticket Price: $45.00-$100.00.
Laurel Canyon: Golden Songs of Los Angeles 1966-72 ☀️
Saturday, May 16thLive music performance. Ticket Price: $20.00-$50.00.
Will Calhoun Mali Project 🥁
Sunday, May 17thLive music performance. Ticket Price: $25.00-$50.00.
The Earth Wind & Fire Tribute Band 🔥
Saturday, May 23rdTribute performance. Ticket Price: $20.00-$30.00.
🔄 Weekly Events
🍳 Weekend Brunch Performances
Special brunch-time musical performances.
📰 In the News
THE HAMILTON LIVE :: Skúli Sverrisson & Bill Frisell
The Hamilton Live hosts a live musical performance featuring artists Skúli Sverrisson and Bill Frisell. The venue serves as a prominent destination for music and entertainment in Washington, D.C.
Eric Scott Music: THE HAMILTON LIVE - Eric Scott Duo opens for The 19th Street Band
The Hamilton Live hosts a performance featuring the Eric Scott Duo as the opening act for The 19th Street Band. The venue continues to serve as a prominent destination for live music and entertainment in the Washington, D.C. area.
Recent Reviews from Google
The Hamilton Live has no equal in DC. One of the best designed music venues in the world. The show tickets are surprisingly inexpensive. The music calendar is so good, you could walk in blind knowing...
Superb acoustics for just any band. We will return to see others play. Great date night location. Easy to get to, park and an overall great experience!
7/26/25-Attended the Little Feat Tribute band show. Beautiful venue, located on first floor of The Hamilton Resturant. Table seating for 6, plenty of room, comfortable. Smaller bar menu in the music...
It was a fun night out at this trendy dinner theater. My ticket was for the bar area only, but I found a seat away from the bar on the back wall. I could see the stage we'll. The band was good. ...
Unless you have a seated ticket, the show is excruciating. You're on barstools with at best obstructed views of the stage - and that's if you get there 90 minutes early to get a stool at all. Attached...