Dupont Circle is a trendy location lined with coffeehouses, restaurants, bars, and upscale retail stores. Popular with both the mainstream ‘going-out’ crowd and LGBT community, there’s always something fresh going on for DC nightlife.

Below is a list of some great clubs venues in Dupont Circle.

The Gryphon

If you want a night to sit back, relax, and enjoy a few high quality drinks with the company of good friends in a comfortable yet modernly stylish atmosphere, The Gryphon is definitely the place for you.

The Manor

Manor has everything you could ask for in a lounge: Delicious menu, great drinks, cool atmosphere, and a great location (not to mention the awesome view of Connecticut Ave out the 2nd story floor-to-ceiling windows).

CIRCA

Trendy and bustling, CIRCA at Dupont boasts an extensive wine list, an outdoor patio and huge TVs to catch the latest Caps or Redskins game.

The food’s good too.

Gazuza

See DC Clubbing’s Your Guide to DC Hookah Bars for more info on Gazuza and other great hookah bars in Washington, DC!

James Hoban’s Irish Restaurant and Bar

James Hoban’s Irish Restaurant and Bar is a popular watering hole in the Dupont area.

It’s got that warm neighborhood pub atmosphere.

Madhatter

Down the rabbit hole in Dupont.

Discover one of the best happy hours in DC: cheap drinks and delicious eats.

Russia House

Dine Russian-style and enjoy an entire menu devoted exclusively to vodka at the Russia House.

Classy, upscale and catering to a hockey player or two.