What to order at Denson Liquor Bar

Signature drink
Variety of New York-style cocktails
Editor tip
Walk in before 19:00 for a counter seat; the bar fills with theatre-goers from the Shakespeare Theatre across the street.
CuisineCocktail bar
TypeCocktail bar
Price$$$
HoursTue-Thu 16:30-01:00, Fri-Sat 16:30-02:00
Signature drinkVariety of New York-style cocktails
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Food program: Bar snacks and burgers

Tip: Walk in before 19:00 for a counter seat; the bar fills with theatre-goers from the Shakespeare Theatre across the street.

Location

Address: 600 F St NW, Washington, DC 20004, Washington DC

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