"Red Derby is a favorite local dive bar where almost everything—craft beer, cider, mead, sake, and even some wines—comes in a can. There’s also a full bar with cocktails by the glass. The bar goes out of its way to be friendly to those keeping gluten-free with a special drinks menu. Unlike the hotel rooftop bars downtown, the view from the Red Derby’s doesn’t overlook iconic landmarks, but it does show off the pretty Columbia Heights neighborhood to great effect. Bartenders curate playlists for their shifts, and you can count on David Bowie showing up in the mix." - Susan Mason
