Whitlow’s at the Wharf
Category: Sports Bars, Burger Bars, Waterfront
Neighborhood: The Wharf
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Address: 949 Wharf St SW, Washington, DC 20024, United States
✨ Vibe
A high-energy waterfront social hub featuring buzzing crowds, scenic river views, and an upbeat atmosphere perfect for any occasion.
🍸 Best For
Sports fans, waterfront cocktails, post-monument walks, pre-concert gatherings, and people-watching on the patio.
🔥 Highlights
- Exceptional Hospitality: Renowned for top-tier service, the management and staff are celebrated for their attentive, friendly, and "masterclass" approach to guest experience.
- Prime Wharf Location: Boasts a spacious waterside patio offering some of the best river views and people-watching in the District.
- Craft Drinks & Comfort Food: Features an impressive beer and cocktail list perfectly paired with crowd-pleasing favorites like signature burgers and loaded nachos.
ℹ️ Need to Know
- Conveniently located within a scenic 15-minute walk of the Jefferson Memorial, making it the ideal reward after a day of sightseeing.
- Ideally situated in the heart of The Wharf’s entertainment district, it is a go-to destination for pre-show food and drinks before heading to a nearby concert.
🔄 Weekly Events
🍔 Burger Night
$10 burgers, $12 burger of the month, $14 burger + select beer, and 25% off bourbons.
🧠 Monday Trivia Night
Free to play with prizes awarded to winners.
💃 SaturDay Party
Featuring a rotating DJ lineup.
🧠 Thursday Trivia Night
Free to play with prizes awarded to winners.
🧠 Trivia Night
Free to play trivia with prizes for the winners.
🍳 Weekend Brunch
Lively brunch featuring homestyle cooking.
🍗 Wing Night
8 wings for $10 with up to 2 sauces per order. Dine-in only.
DJ KILLABEATS24 🎧
Live DJ sets to keep the energy high.
Monday Trivia 🧠
Free to play with prizes for the winners.
Thursday Trivia 🧠
Free to play with prizes for the winners.
Tuesday Wing Night 🍗
8 wings for $10 with up to 2 sauces per order. Dine-in only.
Wednesday Burger Night 🍔
$10 burgers, $12 burger of the month, and $14 burger + select beer. Plus 25% off bourbons.
🎧 Thursday Night Beats
Live DJ set by DJ KILLABEATS24.
🔢 Tuesday Bingo
Weekly bingo night starting at 7pm.
Happy Hour
Happy Hour all night at the U Street location.
📰 In the News
Zip Trip to The Wharf: Checking out Whitlow's at The Wharf
Whitlow’s at the Wharf is a recent addition to Washington D.C.’s waterfront, bringing the legacy of the long-standing neighborhood favorite to a new location. General manager Mike Egan discusses the venue's opening and its role in the vibrant social scene at The Wharf.
Whitlow’s Opens Second D.C. Location: A Look Inside The 6,000-Square-Foot Space
Whitlow’s at the Wharf has opened its expansive 6,000-square-foot second D.C. location, offering a blend of traditional pub atmosphere and modern waterfront dining. The venue features multiple bars and a large layout designed to accommodate the neighborhood's nightlife and social scene.
Recent Reviews from Google
We stopped here twice on our DC trip and both visits were great. Buzzing atmosphere when we dropped in during a sports match. Service was good. Food, great burgers and nachos both very good. Great...
Great time at the Wharf!! Great environment, amazing food, and equally great service! I sat at the bar and the bartenders were absolutely amazing! They were attentive, friendly, and prompt! The food...
Visiting DC for the week, ate here twice. Everything was GREAT! Ken is an amazing GM and hospitality is his speciality! Roxy was our waitress both times. She not only remembered us she remembered our...
A beautiful late afternoon gathering with furloughed co-workers in this large venue. The waterside views and busy foot traffic added to the upbeat atmosphere. Service at the bar as well as the outside...
Last night while out to dinner my girlfriend and I were served a great reminder that mistakes in business do not define you, but how you respond to them do. We ordered dinner on the patio where some...
