Trade

Gay bar · Logan Circle

Trade

Gay bar · Logan Circle

1410 14th St NW, Washington, DC 20005

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Trade is a lively gay bar with oversized cocktails, chill vibes, and a welcoming atmosphere, perfect for enjoying drag shows and unique bites during happy hour.

1410 14th St NW, Washington, DC 20005 Get directions

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$20–30 · Menu

@eater

"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." - Tierney Plumb, Eater Staff

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@eater

"“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

D.C. Gay Bars a Lead the Charge to Require Proof of Covid Vaccinations - Eater DC

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"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

Trade Bar Fulfills an Obligation to Sell Food With a Hilarious ‘Restaurant Weak’ Menu - Eater DC

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Joseph Hudson

Google

Bartenders make good conversation, check up on customers regularly, and often have to navigate tricky situations with other customers. They frequently remember my order and greet me with a smile every time I’m there! The music always puts me in a good mood. 😎

Mark Vernon

Google

LOOOOOVE TRADE! Best gay bar in DC!! Their HH slaps, and the vibez are chill. Met some friends there on Christmas Eve, and even though it was a holiday evening, the staff was friendly and professional, as always. There was only one bartender, but he was prompt and efficient anytime we ordered. A total BabyGirl!

Michael Mach

Google

The bartender literally told me to read the room when I ordered a cocktail. it was Christmas Eve. There were two bartenders yet the bartender told me to read the room when I ordered a cocktail drink. It was very disheartening and I was very disappointed. I don’t think I’ll ever come back to this bar worst bar ever.

Paulo Loreto Lim

Google

Spent a few days in Washington DC and went bar-hopping after dinner. This is a fun spot, pretty chill crowd during our visit, and ended up concluding our evening here. Threw back several vodka + sodas—it was a good time!

Hamilton Jimenez Vasquez

Google

Great bar with a patio, good drinks but the place could use a makeover.

Brian Nuñez

Google

Went for Sweet Spot and had a great night 🙂‍↕️

Daniel Dsouza

Google

Trade is one of the only top three gay bars in my list that makes the cut for not only a gay bar but also an inclusive space for everyone. The rest of the gay bars unfortunately, do not make the list of three but if there is improvement, could potentially earn a spot. Every time I go it’s mostly a diverse crowd. Hopefully they’re able to expand next door! The only downside I would say is some Bartenders not just here but also in other bars as well, please smile more and be more engaging with customers if the venue is not busy. I’m not going to tip you for mediocre or even adequate service - just because you made a drink that took a minute but rather, will tip you if you demonstrate who you are as a Bartender (e.g. knowing my name if I’m a regular, asking how I’m doing, etc.).

Richard

Google

They are doing an excellent job with Covid guidelines. Fair prices, nice service. Convenient location. You need to make a reservation. Cool ambiance. I recommend this place. Drinks are strong.

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D.C. Gay Bars a Lead the Charge to Require Proof of Covid Vaccinations - Eater DC

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@eater

Trade Bar Fulfills an Obligation to Sell Food With a Hilarious ‘Restaurant Weak’ Menu - Eater DC

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Joseph Hudson

Google

Mark Vernon

Google

Michael Mach

Google

Paulo Loreto Lim

Google

Hamilton Jimenez Vasquez

Google

Great bar with a patio, good drinks but the place could use a makeover.

Brian Nuñez

Google

Went for Sweet Spot and had a great night 🙂‍↕️

Daniel Dsouza

Google

Richard

Google

They are doing an excellent job with Covid guidelines. Fair prices, nice service. Convenient location. You need to make a reservation. Cool ambiance. I recommend this place. Drinks are strong.

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