"After overcoming acrimonious discussions with the local Advisory Neighborhood Commission to open, As You Are emerged in 2022 (then-U.S. Secretary of Transportation Pete Buttigieg helped christen the space). The cafe by day, bar (and dance lounge) by night, the inclusive space for the LGBTQ community sits along Barracks Row, As You Are bar hosts events like trans nights, sign and vibe for the deaf community, and many others. Find its June Pride events online." - Evan Caplan