The Next Whisky Bar
Foggy Bottom, Washington DC
Bar in Washington DC, United States
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Price
$50–100per person
Why go
A polished whisky-first hotel bar inside The Watergate Hotel, better for conversation, small groups, and after-work drinks than for a loud night out. Expect Scotch, American craft whiskies, Japanese craft whiskies, cocktails, wine, and shareable food, with smart casual dress and reservations recommended. The terrace adds seasonal appeal, especially for groups.
About The Next Whisky Bar
The Next Whisky Bar is a Washington, D.C. venue with a price of $60 per person, smart casual dress, and evening-only operating hours on select days. It is closed Monday and Sunday, open Tuesday through Thursday from 5–11 PM, and open Friday and Saturday from 5 PM–12 AM.
For planning, the most useful confirmed details are practical rather than descriptive: expect an evening visit, budget around the per-person price, and dress smart casual.
A Washington, D.C. evening venue with clear planning basics
The confirmed schedule makes The Next Whisky Bar well suited to Tuesday through Saturday evening plans. Friday and Saturday offer the latest confirmed closing time, at 12 AM, while Tuesday through Thursday close at 11 PM.
The verified $60 per person price point makes it a more intentional stop than a casual low-spend detour. The smart casual dress code also suggests planning attire in advance, especially if The Next Whisky Bar is part of a broader Washington, D.C. evening.
Who should choose it, and who should skip it
Choose The Next Whisky Bar if you want a Washington, D.C. evening venue with confirmed smart casual dress, a $60 per person price point, and hours that run from 5 PM on the days it is open. Skip it if you need Sunday, Monday, lunch, or an all-night option, since those are not supported by the schedule.
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Planning details
- Hours
- Monday: Closed · Tuesday: 5–11 PM
- Location
- 2650 Virginia Ave NW, Washington, DC 20037
- Reservations
- Book on the venue's website
- Website
- thewatergatehotel.com/dine-and-drink/the-next-whisky-bar
- Phone
- (844) 617-1972
Venue details
Ambiance
Warm, refined, and design-forward, with a soft amber-lit lobby atmosphere that feels polished and intimate rather than loud or casual.
Tags
Vibe
Best For
Experience
Format
At the Bar
- Bar Category
- Cocktail Bar
- Late Night
- Closes by Midnight
- Spirits Focus
- Scotch, American Whiskey, Japanese Whisky, Bourbon, Rye
Know before you go
Know Before You Go
- Getting there
- 2650 Virginia Ave NW, Washington, DC 20037
Planning details
Hours
- Monday
- Closed
- Tuesday
- 5–11 PM
- Wednesday
- 5–11 PM
- Thursday
- 5–11 PM
- Friday
- 5 PM–12 AM
- Saturday
- 5 PM–12 AM
- Sunday
- Closed
Location
2650 Virginia Ave NW, Washington, DC 20037 · Directions
Also consider
Also Consider
- Kingbird Bar, Notable alternative
- Top of the Gate, Notable alternative
- BOURBON STEAK, Notable alternative
- The Alex Craft Cocktail Cellar & Speakeasy, Notable alternative
- CUT Bar and Lounge, Notable alternative
Bar context
How it compares for a D.C. drinks plan
Pick The Next Whisky Bar when the group wants a whisky-led hotel-bar setting and an easier conversation. Kingbird Bar is the better cross-shop for a classic hotel-bar stop tied to dining, while Top of the Gate is the stronger choice when views and a bigger night-out feel matter more than a focused spirits list.
For a spendier, steakhouse-adjacent plan, BOURBON STEAK and CUT Bar and Lounge make more sense when food is part of the decision. They are better for groups that want cocktails before dinner without changing venues. The Next Whisky Bar is cleaner for a drinks-only meet-up, especially when the table wants to talk.
The Alex Craft Cocktail Cellar & Speakeasy is the better pick for a cocktail-focused date or a more tucked-away mood. The Next Whisky Bar is easier to justify for four or more people because the format is less dependent on a tiny-room experience and more naturally suited to shared pours and a measured pace.
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Compare The Next Whisky Bar
| Venue | Location | Awards |
|---|---|---|
| The Next Whisky Bar | Washington, D.C. | No published awards |
| Kingbird Bar | Washington, D.C. | No published awards |
| Top of the Gate | Washington, D.C. | No published awards |
| BOURBON STEAK | Washington, D.C. | No published awards |
| The Alex Craft Cocktail Cellar & Speakeasy | Washington, D.C. | No published awards |
| CUT Bar and Lounge | Washington, D.C. | No published awards |
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Is The Next Whisky Bar open late?
The Next Whisky Bar is open until 11 PM Tuesday through Thursday and until 12 AM Friday and Saturday. It is closed Monday and Sunday. The price is $60 per person.
What's the best time to go to The Next Whisky Bar?
Plan for an evening visit on a day it is open. Confirmed hours are Tuesday through Thursday from 5–11 PM and Friday through Saturday from 5 PM–12 AM.
What is The Next Whisky Bar known for?
The planning details for The Next Whisky Bar are its Washington, D.C. location, $60 per person price, smart casual dress code, and evening hours Tuesday through Saturday.
Where is The Next Whisky Bar located?
The Next Whisky Bar is located in Washington, D.C.
