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.
🎱 Bingo Tuesdays
Free to play bingo where you can win prizes.
🧠 Pour House Trivia (U Street)
Free to play trivia on the 1st floor with prizes.
🥳 Saturday Party
Rotating DJ line up at U Street.
🧠 Wharf Street Trivia
Weekly trivia at the Wharf location.
Happy Hour
Happy Hour all night on Mondays.
📰 In the News
Whitlow’s Opens Second D.C. Location: A Look Inside The 6,000-Square-Foot Space
Whitlow’s U Street has expanded its presence in Washington D.C. with a new 6,000-square-foot venue. The space offers a multi-level experience featuring the brand's signature pub atmosphere and extensive drink menu in the heart of the U Street corridor.
Whitlows Halloween Cocktails
Whitlow’s U Street is known for its creative cocktails and festive atmosphere, frequently hosting seasonal events and themed parties. The venue recently showcased its specialized holiday drink menu in a feature on Fox 5 DC.
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.
