Elegancia
Union Market District, Washington DC
Bar in Washington DC, United States
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Price
$30–50per person
Why go
Elegancia is worth booking for a polished Washington, D.C. date night when cocktails matter more than a chef-driven dinner. At $35 per person, it sits in a useful middle lane: expressive Latin cocktail bar energy, shareable food, smart casual dress, and enough structure for a planned evening without a difficult reservation process.
About Elegancia
$35 per person puts Elegancia in an approachable range for a Latin cocktail bar in Washington, D.C. with smart casual dress.
For planning, the most useful confirmed details are the weekly hours. Elegancia is closed Monday; open Tuesday and Wednesday from 4–11 PM; Thursday and Friday from 4 PM–12 AM; Saturday from 12 PM–12 AM; and Sunday from 12–11 PM. That schedule makes it easier to choose between an early evening visit, a later-night stop, or a weekend afternoon plan.
A Latin cocktail bar for a Washington, D.C. outing
Elegancia is a Latin cocktail bar in Washington, D.C.
The $35 per person price point gives a practical starting point for deciding whether it fits the night. Smart casual dress is the confirmed dress guidance, so guests can plan for a polished but not formal outing.
Plan around the confirmed hours
If timing matters, check Elegancia’s current reservation or contact channels before going, especially for Thursday through Saturday when the venue is open later.
Timing is part of the value. Tuesday and Wednesday end at 11 PM, Thursday and Friday run until midnight, Saturday runs from noon to midnight, and Sunday runs from noon to 11 PM.
If the plan needs more than one stop, browse broader Washington, D.C. planning pages: Our full Washington, D.C. bars guide, Our full Washington, D.C. restaurants guide, and Our full Washington, D.C. hotels guide.
Planning details
- Hours
- Monday: Closed · Tuesday: 4–11 PM
- Location
- 1280 4th St NE, Washington, DC 20002
- Reservations
- Book on OpenTable
- Website
- eleganciadc.com
- Phone
- (202) 933-3324
Venue details
Ambiance
Warm, intentional, and design-forward, with a celebratory Latin American atmosphere built for conversation, connection, and community.
Tags
Vibe
Best For
Experience
Format
At the Bar
- Bar Category
- Cocktail Bar
- Late Night
- Closes by Midnight
- Music
- Dj Led Soundtrack and Live Music
- Live Music
- Yes
- Spirits Focus
- Rum, Mezcal, Tequila, Vodka
- Zero-Proof Program
- Yes
Signature Pours
- Mango Martini
- Cachapa Highball
- Espresso de Olla Martini
- Margarita Caliente
Know before you go
Know Before You Go
- Getting there
- 1280 4th St NE, Washington, DC 20002
Planning details
Hours
- Monday
- Closed
- Tuesday
- 4–11 PM
- Wednesday
- 4–11 PM
- Thursday
- 4 PM–12 AM
- Friday
- 4 PM–12 AM
- Saturday
- 12 PM–12 AM
- Sunday
- 12–11 PM
Location
Also consider
Also Consider
- Serenata, Notable alternative
- Cotton & Reed, Notable alternative
- Hi-Lawn, Notable alternative
- The Pursuit Wine Bar & Kitchen, Notable alternative
- L'Ardente, Notable alternative
Bar context
How Elegancia compares with Washington bar options
Elegancia is the cocktails-first choice in this set. Choose The Pursuit Wine Bar & Kitchen instead when the priority is wine by the glass and a food-backed evening, since that format is more naturally built for lingering over a list. Choose L'Ardente when dinner is the anchor and the bar is part of a larger restaurant night.
Serenata is the more direct cocktail comparison, while Cotton & Reed makes more sense for drinkers who specifically want a rum-centered stop. Hi-Lawn is the better fallback for looser groups and a more casual setting. Elegancia is easier to justify for smaller plans where the room, cocktail category, and Latin bar identity matter more than a long meal.
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Compare Elegancia
| Venue | Location | Cuisine | Awards |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elegancia | Washington | Latin cocktail bar | No published awards |
| Serenata | Washington, D.C. | No published awards | |
| Cotton & Reed | Washington, D.C. | No published awards | |
| Hi-Lawn | Washington, D.C. | No published awards | |
| The Pursuit Wine Bar & Kitchen | Washington, D.C. | No published awards | |
| L'Ardente | Washington, D.C. | No published awards |
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Elegancia open late?
Yes. Elegancia is open until 12 AM on Thursday, Friday, and Saturday. Tuesday, Wednesday, and Sunday close at 11 PM, and Monday is closed.
Is Elegancia good for a date?
Elegancia can fit a date-night plan if you want a Latin cocktail bar in Washington, D.C. with a $35 per person price point and smart casual dress guidance.
Is Elegancia worth the prices?
At $35 per person, Elegancia may make sense if you want a Latin cocktail bar visit in Washington, D.C. Whether it is worth it depends on your plans and what is currently offered.
What's the best time to go to Elegancia?
Go Tuesday or Wednesday between 4–11 PM, Thursday or Friday between 4 PM–12 AM, Saturday between 12 PM–12 AM, or Sunday between 12–11 PM. Elegancia is closed Monday.
