"This no-frills watering hole has a 24/7 happy hour that includes “lucky pick” beers, tequila, and whiskey shots for $3.50 each. And on Wednesdays, celebrate Paul Rudd night (and his epic visit back in 2008) with $3 Miller High Life, $5 glasses of bubbly and half-off tots and onion rings. Thursdays call for $3 PBRs and half-off grilled cheese, and Fridays and Saturdays spotlight $7 espresso martinis from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m." - Tierney Plumb
"This Columbia Heights dive is showing the debate and celebrating with a triple threat of deals: $7 margaritas, $3 Tecate beer, and half-priced chicken tenders." - Emily Venezky
"Dive bars have rooftops too, as seen in Red Derby’s breezy, all-weather deck for burgers or beer-and-shot combos (there’s an entire menu for beer-and-shot combos). The chill, 14th Street mainstay also runs “24/7” happy hour on $3.50 whiskey and tequila shots, and weekly specials like $5 bubbles on “Paul Rudd” Wednesdays and half-off chicken tenders on Tuesdays." - Tierney Plumb
"Iconic Columbia Heights dive bar Red Derby serves up beer-and-shot combos on its covered patio and roof deck, with space heaters to keep customers toasty in the winter." - Adele Chapin
"A beloved local dive bar with a low-key vibe where much of the drink selection — craft beer, cider, mead, sake, and even some wines — is served in cans alongside a full cocktail program. The bar is attentive to gluten-free patrons with a special drinks menu, offers pleasant neighborhood views rather than landmark panoramas, and features bartender-curated playlists that frequently include David Bowie." - Susan Mason