Somewhere to carry on the conversation after dinner: good drinks, room to talk, and no nightclub noise.
Riggs Washington DC, 900 F St NW, Penn Quarter · about 9 min walk from the convention centre
Ryan Chetiyawardana's first US bar, set in the old Riggs Bank vault, with inventive, food-driven cocktails. It made North America's 50 Best Bars in 2025.
Eaton DC, 1201 K St NW, Downtown · about 7 min walk from the convention centre
An Alice in Wonderland-themed cocktail bar behind a hidden door in the Eaton hotel's library, with murals and a concept menu. It appears on North America's 50 Best Bars.
The Hay-Adams, 800 16th St NW, Lafayette Square · about 22 min walk or a short cab from the convention centre
The Hay-Adams's red-walled basement bar, lined with political caricatures, with a lively but polished feel and a strong wine list a block from the White House. USA Today 10Best readers ranked it fifth among US hotel bars in 2026.
Our rule of thumb for groups. Individual venues vary, so confirm when you call.