The Best New Bars Around D.C. Right Now
Jun 15, 2026
Cielo officially debuts in Clarendon this week. | Rey Lopez
New bars continue to open and invigorate the District’s drinking scene with speakeasy vibes, solid happy hours, and delicious bites.
For this latest map refresh, we add the following 2026 arrivals: Altitude, for a listening loung
e in National Landing; Cielo, for a Latin supper club in Clarendon; Franks Wild Years, for a dive in Logan Circle; Techo Palma, for tropical rooftop vibes in Shaw; the Commodore, for a D.C. import in Old Town; Sorso, for Champagne in Adams Morgan; Cork, for a familiar wine bar in upper Northwest; and Elegancia, for frozen pours in Union Market. For a list of essential bars, go here.
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