DC-9
- Venue Type: Bar/Live Venue
- Estimated Size: 300 people
- Amenities:Stage, rooftop, kitchen
- Cover Charge: $0 – $10
- Hours: Sun-Wed: 5:00pm – 2:00am, Thurs: 4:00pm – 2:00am, Fri/Sat: 4:00pm – 3:00am
- Dress Code: None
- Age Requirement: 18+ or 21+, varies
- Location: U Street
- Address: 1940 9th Street NW Washington, DC 20001
- Contact: (202) 483-5000 info@dcnine.com
- Website: dcnine.com
- Atmosphere: If you’re looking for a small, live venue or a no frills dance party that’s a little less intense than U-Hall, DC-9 is your place. A 3-level venue with a bar on the first floor, small stage/dance floor on the second and a rooftop bar on top; DC-9 is quite simply, a cool ass spot. It’s definitely not a ‘look at me’ kind of place. Being next to Nellie’s and across the street from The Brixton, it can get an interesting mix of people.
Venue Overview
Walking into to DC-9 you’d never think it to be a place to dance or see bands. It seems like a typical bar. Booths in the back, bar in front, juke box. The only thing missing is some dudes smoking cigars. But heading upstairs, the entire vibe shifts.
A DJ Booth at the top of the stairs faces down a hallway-like space that leads to a stage/dance floor area with a bar. The ground is extremely stompable and with the endless flow of smooth disco (old and new) that we heard on a random Saturday night, stomping is inevitable.
The top level of DC-9 is a roof. Part of it is covered like the porch-addition on a home and has a bar area. We assume in the summer it’s completely open.
Parties
- Happy Hour: Mon – Fri: 5PM – 8PM
- Live Music: Nightly. Generally starting at 8/9PM. Check the calendar for upcoming events
- Nightlife: DJs generally begin around 10/11PM. There’s also a kick ass juke box on the bar level!
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U Street Corridor
Rooftop Decks, Sick Sound Systems, and Underground Vibes
The U Street Corridor has historically been at the center of Washington DC’s music scene. Although the area underwent a rough period between the 1960s and mid 1990s, its recent gentrification has revitalized its nightlife tradition. With hundreds of bars, clubs, and restaurants squeezed into such a tight area, the U Street Corridor is a must-visit party destination in Washington, DC!
Below is a list of some great clubs venues in the U Street Corridor.
Flash
Flash is a new dance venue located in the Shaw District. When you first walk in, the ground floor is a trendy, modern bar with a food menu (currently being updated), and a patio area out front.
One of the most unique features of Flash is the photobooth on the first floor.
El Centro
Enjoy quality Mexican cuisine? Love a lively atmosphere? Do you like tequila? With over 200 different tequilas and mezcals at the ready, El Centro is sure to be the new home of your favorite hang out.
Lost Society
A steakhouse on the main level and upstairs lounge w/ outdoor deck.
Lost Society is a chill place to come party. The crowd always looks good.
Learn more about Lost Society in DC
U Street Music Hall
No cameras, no dress code, bangin’ sound system.
Owner/DJs Jesse Tittsworth and Will Eastman have made U-Hall arguably the best ‘underground’ club in DC.
Learn more about U Street Music Hall in DC
9:30 Club
The 9:30 Club has long been a staple of DC nightlife, opening its doors in 1980.
It’s often regarded one of the best places to see live music in DC.
DC9
A “hole in the wall” feel, bands you’ve never heard of and Woodchuck on tap.
It’s a hipster paradise.
Policy
One of U Street’s top restaurants.
Policy has a cozy lounge atmosphere to keep the evening rolling well past dinner.
Pure Lounge
While somewhat small, Pure Lounge is packed on Fridays for its rock-bottom happy hour drink specials.
Velvet Lounge
Another small place popular with the hipster and underground crowd.
Velvet Lounge remains a great spot to see live bands and hear local music.
Chi Cha Lounge
One of the best hookah bars in DC, Chi Cha lounge is more than just a place to smoke shishah.
The lounge, DJ, dance floor and bar keep an upbeat vibe while 20-somethings dance and drink.
Take a hit and see what Chi Cha’s all about!
