Red Bear Brewing Co

"When you’re looking for DC’s best microbrews, your first stop should be Red Bear. The NoMa brewery is located in the old Washington Coliseum (where the Beatles played their first US concert in 1964). While Ringo Starr isn’t hanging out here anymore, you can still find a good show. Red Bear is known for its events, like the weekend drag brunches where you can enjoy their signature red ale and some seriously delicious fried potatoes. But the brewery is also good for a laidback lunch and their Beyond burger pairs perfectly with their Italian-style pilsner." - madeline weinfield

"The District Trivia team descends on NoMa’s Red Bear brewery each Monday night at 7 p.m. Though the weekly game was the subject of a recent cheating scandal, rest assured that both the crowds and the competition remain as strong as ever." - Travis Mitchell, Tierney Plumb

"Don’t be fooled by the standard exterior of the four private bathrooms at NoMa’s LGBTQ-owned brewery. What lies behind each private bathroom door is a choose-your-own-adventure experience with four distinct and separate themes: Ursula the Sea Witch, Dolly Parton, Jeff Goldblum, and space kittens." - Abi Newhouse, Nicole Schaller, Eater Staff

"When you’re looking for DC’s best microbrews, your first stop should be Red Bear. The NoMa brewery is located in the old Washington Coliseum (where the Beatles played their first US concert in 1964). While Ringo Starr isn’t hanging out here anymore, you can still find a good show. Red Bear is known for its events, like the weekend drag brunches where you can enjoy their signature red ale and some seriously delicious fried potatoes. But the brewery is also good for a laidback lunch and their Beyond burger pairs perfectly with their Italian-style pilsner. photo credit: Nina Palazzolo" - Madeline Weinfield

"This gay-owned, game-filled brewery became a huge boon to the NoMa neighborhood when it opened in the spring of 2019. The partners relocated from Seattle, bringing along a penchant for West Coast-style ales and ciders. Try a Skookum, a Pacific Northwest-style red ale, or a DC Dirt, a roasty and silky American-style porter. Regular events include drag bingo and trivia nights conducted in sign language." - Travis Mitchell, Tierney Plumb