"From the same team as Number Nine and in-limbo Town Danceboutique, Trade is best known for its back-alley patio and a “huge” happy hour from opening until 8 p.m., during which oversized drinks are served for the same price as regular pours. More casual and lower-lit lit than its Number Nine sibling, Trade hosts near-daily events, including RuPaul’s Drag Race viewing parties, diva-themed nights, open mic, sapphic parties, a wide range of drag shows and performances, and plays host to the the longstanding CTRL DJ-driven dance party." - Evan Caplan
"With DJ sets, costume parties, a hilariously low-brow food menu, and communal viewings of RuPaul’s Drag Race, this gay dive bar has a little more character than its sibling spot around the block, Number Nine on P Street NW. Order the tasty green tea shots or supersized cocktails during its famous daily happy hour." - Eater Staff
"“This is what our crowd wanted,” says Guggenmos, also a partner in Trade on 14th Street NW. “This is what our market wanted. We’ve had great support from our regulars. Our patrons have been phenomenal throughout the whole pandemic.”" - Gabe Hiatt
"Trade bar offers a 'Restaurant Weak' menu featuring a three-course meal that includes stale popcorn, a slice of American cheese on white bread, and Little Debbie Zebra Cakes for $4.99. Known for its strong cocktails and live drag shows, Trade has adapted to serve dine-in drinks, walk-up carryout, and has supported regular performers through virtual events." - Tierney Plumb
"Offering more than 400 coffees from 54 local roasters across 38 states, this service suits both coffee geeks and novices: an easy quiz and algorithm steer you to suitable roast profiles, customer service will replace your first match free if you don’t like it, and the site is built to help you narrow preferences even if all you know is you want decaf with a little milk." - Sal Vaglica