Press Club

4.9

53 Reviews

$30 and under

Cocktail Bar

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2 people

Mar 1, 2025

7:00 p.m.

Booked 28 times today

Experiences are available.

Great for creative cocktails
Innovative
Good for special occasions

Press Club is a record bar and cocktail lounge with a focus on the curation of guest experience and providing maximum levels of hospitality. The name is an homage to DC while also evoking the pressing of records and the ingredients used to craft our cocktails.

Our Playlist Experience is a four course cocktail tasting flight featuring culinary techniques and seasonal ingredients. Each cocktail will be paired with accompanying snacks from our kitchen.

Our standard reservations are for an a la carte experience featuring our cocktails and izakaya bites.

To reserve for parties of 6 or more, please email us as hospitality@pressclubdc.com.

The standard duration of this experience is one hour and thirty minutes. This time has been carefully chosen to accommodate the full range of our delicious cocktails and unique ambiance.

We do not have a phone number. To connect, please use the OpenTable messaging system or send an email to hospitality@pressclubdc.com.

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Cocktail Bar
Hours of Operation
Thu, Fri 5:00 pm–12:00 am Sat, Sun 2:00 pm–12:00 am
Website
http://pressclubdc.com/
Dress code
Business Casual

Location
1506 19th St NW, Washington, DC 20036-1102
Neighbourhood
Dupont Circle
Cross Street
Right Off Historic Dupont Circle
Parking details
None
Public transit
We are a block away from the Dupont Circle Metro Station on the Red Line

Experiences

The Playlist - Cocktail Tasting Experience
Multiple dates available
Join us for the Playlist, our signature cocktail tasting experience. Enjoy four off-menu cocktails highlighting seasonal ingredients and adventurous techniques, each paired with small bites from our kitchen. $95 per Person (Service Charge & Tax not included)

What 53 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.9

4.9 based on recent ratings

4.8Food
4.9Service
4.9Ambience
4.6Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Washington, D.C. Area
Best Overall
Washington, D.C. Area
Lively
District of Columbia
Best Overall
District of Columbia
Best Service
District of Columbia
Best Ambience
District of Columbia
Innovative
District of Columbia
Lively

Review summary

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Press Club offers a "fantastic new spot" with expertly crafted cocktails and unique bites in a "vintage" and "intimate" setting. The "exceptional" staff ensures a memorable visit, complemented by great music and decor. While prices are higher, the "creative" and "thoughtfully curated" experiences make it a perfect choice for special occasions and date nights.

53 Reviews

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Cortney
VIP
Washington DC
8 reviews
5.0
8 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Thank you to Frank, Tina, and really everyone there! We had an amazing time with outstanding service, creative cocktails, and a perfect playlist. Looking forward to coming back!
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MARILYN
VIP
Los Angeles
14 reviews
5.0
14 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The vibes. The food. The service. The creativity. Amazing!
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OpenTable Diner
VIP
Atlanta
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great service and cocktails. Really love the vibe and the intimate space.
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Linda
VIP
Los Angeles
9 reviews
5.0
9 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Very attentive to detail and our group had the best time. They were attentive without being overbearing. Drinks were wonderful, unique, food is more snack like and not full meal type but you really come here for drinks but the food was good. Def coming back soon!
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Susan
Unspecified
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We had a fabulous time!!! The cocktails, vibe, and crew were all on brand!!! Will def come back and highly recommend!
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Shawn
Pittsburgh
8 reviews
5.0
8 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Fantastic new spot! Cocktails with a twist and delicious bites. It's a little on the pricey side, but it's still an absolute treat.
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Amber Lynn
VIP
Washington DC
13 reviews
5.0
13 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 3
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
This place was well worth the anticipation of our visit. I made a reservation a month in advance, and the effort proved delightful. Upon entering, I was captivated by the unique decor—authentic records line the walls, creating a nostalgic and vibrant atmosphere. The intimate space accommodates about 20 guests, adding charm and exclusivity. The customer service here is exceptional; the staff goes above and beyond to ensure a fantastic experience. Although we didn’t try the food during this visit, the delightful aromas wafting from the kitchen made my mouth water and hinted at the delicious offerings we’ll have to explore later. However, I was disappointed with their version of the Manhattan—it's made with cognac, which didn't work for my taste. On a brighter note, my old-fashioned was fantastic, boasting a fresh and smooth flavor that stood out beautifully. Overall, it's a fun and lively venue, but I found the music too loud for such a cozy setting. Despite that, I enjoyed my time here and would love to return for another visit!
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Ariella
New York City
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on February 21, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Very cute vibey spot with great cocktails and food!
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Caroline
Baltimore
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on February 17, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great ambiance and perfect date spot. Would definitely return. Flavors were awesome, definitely get a few apps/dessert!
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Michael
VIP
Washington DC
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on February 16, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
First off, we were running 20 minutes behind for our 8pm Saturday reservation. About 7:50, when it was clear our dinner was progressing far too slowly, I messaged the bar through this app. They responded and were AOK with our running late. We really appreciated their flexibility, especially on a Saturday night. Anyhow, on to the drinks and small bites that were part of the “playlist” experience. 4 creative and well executed cocktails perfectly paired. They accommodated our pescatarianism and a nut allergy no questions asked. Small space and they seem to pretty much operate on a reservation only basis. Cool Unisonian interior decor. Great music (a mix of the Roots, OutKast, and some 70s disco). Staff was awesome. Each was friendly and professional and good at what they do. We’ll be back.
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FAQs

Press Club is rated 4.9 stars by 53 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people

Mar 1, 2025

7:00 p.m.

Booked 28 times today

Experiences are available.

1506 19th St NW, Washington, DC 20036-1102

Additional information

Cross Street
Right Off Historic Dupont Circle
Neighbourhood
Dupont Circle
Hours of Operation
Thu, Fri 5:00 pm–12:00 am Sat, Sun 2:00 pm–12:00 am
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Cocktail Bar
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Business Casual
Parking details
None
Public transit
We are a block away from the Dupont Circle Metro Station on the Red Line

Website
http://pressclubdc.com/

Press Club

Make a reservation

Additional information

Experiences

The Playlist - Cocktail Tasting Experience

Menu

What 53 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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Review summary

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