Whitlow's U Street
Category: Sports Bars, Rooftop Bars, American
Neighborhood: U Street
Price: $$
Address: 901 U St NW, Washington, DC 20001
✨ Vibe
Whitlow's U Street is a high-energy, multi-level destination that blends the classic warmth of a neighborhood tavern with a vibrant rooftop scene and an unbeatable gameday spirit.
🍸 Best For
Football watch parties, Trivia nights, Rooftop cocktails, Group celebrations, Weekend nightlife
🔥 Highlights
- Premier Sports Destination: Known for its "tailgating energy," this is a top-tier spot for football fans, serving as an official watch bar with a packed house for everything from college games to the Super Bowl.
- Scenic Rooftop Bar: The rooftop terrace offers fantastic views of the iconic U Street corridor, providing a perfect backdrop for a relaxed afternoon happy hour or an evening under the stars.
- Fan-Favorite Fare: The menu features elevated bar classics like smoked wings, jumbo jalapeño poppers, and unique draft options such as their signature boozy peach iced tea and festive Jell-O shots.
ℹ️ Need to Know
- Participate in a DC tradition by joining their popular mid-week Trivia Nights, which draw a lively and competitive local crowd.
- The venue features multiple levels and different paces, shifting from a chill afternoon hangout to a high-energy party scene on Friday and Saturday nights.
🔄 Weekly Events
🍔 Burger & Bourbon Night
$10 burgers, $12 burger of the month, $14 burger + select beer, and 25% off bourbons.
🍔 Burger Night & Bourbon Specials
$10 burgers, $12 burger of the month, or $14 burger + select beer. Also features 25% off bourbons.
🎧 DJ Killabeats24
Live DJ sets on the dance floor.
🏈 NFL Sunday Ticket
Catch all the NFL games live at the bar.
🧠 Pour House Trivia
Free to play trivia with prizes on the 1st floor.
🍳 Weekend Brunch
Traditional weekend brunch service.
🍗 Wing Night
8 wings for $10. Up to 2 sauces per order. Dine-in only.
❄️ Winter Beats / SaturDay Party
Rotating DJ line up and weekly guest DJs.
Burger Night 🍔
$10 burgers, $12 burger of the month, and $14 burger + select beer. Also featuring 25% off bourbons.
Happy Hour
Monday happy hour specials available from open to close.
📰 In the News
Whitlow’s Opens a Bar at the Wharf—Alongside Its Tiki Boat
Whitlow’s U Street serves as the flagship for the historic D.C. brand, which has expanded its presence with a new multi-level bar and entertainment venue at The Wharf. The waterfront location honors the bar's nearly 80-year legacy with vintage decor, classic menu items like smash-burgers and smoked wings, and a reservable tiki boat.
“Whitlow’s at The Wharf opens FRIDAY!” in the former Brighton space.
Whitlow's U Street is a three-level bar and live entertainment space located at the corner of 9th and U Streets NW. As the sibling location to the newer Wharf venue, it continues a D.C. hospitality tradition dating back to 1946 and features vintage neon signage and memorabilia from the brand's original downtown tavern.
A longtime Greater Washington favorite is coming to The Wharf
Whitlow's is expanding to The Wharf through a partnership between proprietor Jon Williams and the Hilton brothers' H2 Collective. The venture involves rebranding the existing Brighton SW1 space as the latest iteration of the longtime local favorite.
Whitlow’s Is Moving (Again), Taking Over the Brixton on U Street
Whitlow's U Street has relocated to the former Brixton space at 901 U St. NW, reviving its classic tavern atmosphere with a multi-level venue and a spacious rooftop bar. The establishment features an approachable menu of burgers, chicken clubs, and jambalaya pasta, complemented by a selection of beers, whiskeys, and signature rooftop drinks like rum buckets.
Whitlow’s DC Takes Over the Old Brixton Building This Spring
Whitlow’s DC relocated to the former Brixton building at 901 U Street NW, featuring a multi-floor renovation and a signature tiki-themed rooftop. The venue carries on the legacy of its predecessor with a menu of classic bar favorites, budget-friendly happy hours, and an extensive collection of salvaged historic decor.
Recent Reviews from Google
If I was a local, this would be my local spot!! We chose this place because we were looking for somewhere to watch football and enjoy a couple drinks and good food. It was a great choice! Sad we were...
Came by yesterday afternoon and had a pleasant experience. We sat on the rooftop and it had awesome views of U Street. Service was great and we enjoyed the cocktails. I saw some negative reviews about...
I went to Whitlows DC for Super Bowl Sunday and had a Blast. I’ve gone there at night where it’s packed and more of a party scene so being there in the early evening was a change of pace. My friends...
Had a horrible experience here Friday night. My group was there to watch the Florida State football game (an official watch bar) and see the live music and we couldn’t have been treated worse. The...
I went to Whitlow's DC with friends for Trivia Night, which is, apparently, the city-wide past time here. Along with very tasty drinks, the bar food is exactly as it should be - delicious.
