JR's Bar

Video Bar · Washington, DC

About

JR's Bar has been open since 1986, making it one of the longest-running gay bars in Washington, DC. It's a casual spot in Dupont known for campy videos, 2-for-1 drink specials that stretch happy hour all night, and showtune Mondays. The crowd is mixed—locals, 20-somethings, and 30-somethings alike—and the outdoor seating is popular when weather allows.

The bar stays busy every day of the week, with friendly bartenders and a lively after-work vibe. If you're looking for a no-fuss place to grab a drink and sing along to show tunes, this is it.

Located in the Dupont neighborhood, the historic heart of DC's LGBTQ+ scene, steps from other gay bars.

Features

✓Campy music videos playing on screens
✓Showtune Mondays are a local tradition
✓2-for-1 drink specials during happy hour
✓Outdoor seating in Dupont
✓Mixed LGBTQ+ crowd of locals and visitors

Good for

Outdoor Seating✓Happy Hour✓After Work✓Casual✓Good For Groups✓Lively✓20 Somethings✓30 Somethings✓Locals✓Video Bar

Practical

✓Mixed LGBTQ

What people say

319 community ratings.

From the community

“fun time”

I visit this place often when I'm in town, but my recent experience involved a bartender with a bit of an attitude. I'm fine showing my vaccination card, but he should check everyone's at the door and treat them consistently. I wore a mask, but others entered without them and weren't asked. They need to apply rules equally to keep regulars coming back.

A visitor · Over a year ago

“DC landmark”

For better or worse, this is one of those places in Washington that hasn't changed in over 20 years. It's always full of attractive, status-conscious guys, but the two-for-one drink deals (does happy hour ever end?) and show tune Mondays make it hard to dislike.

A guest · Over a year ago

“Great Staff”

I've been coming to Jr's since 1997, and it's always been a great spot. The staff is friendly, and the atmosphere is good for meeting friends or making new ones.

A recent visitor · Over a year ago

“Late night crowd I guess.”

The place was kind of empty. It was hard to get a drink even though no one else seemed to be there. Someone kept telling me people don't arrive until late, and it was already 11:30!

A local visitor · Over a year ago

“Great neighborhood bar”

The staff is very friendly and the crowd is excellent. They have the best drink deals around for anyone—gay or straight. Sunday means $3.00 rail drinks and beer all day. On Thursdays, you can get all-you-can-drink specials. And Monday nights feature the best show tunes!

A visitor · Over a year ago