07-05-2025
Six of the best D.C.-area bars to grab a drink outside this summer
Whether you prefer cocktails with views of D.C. landmarks, drinks with a waterfront breeze or a refreshing stein of pilsner in a beer garden, this area has no shortage of outdoor destinations offering a respite from summer heat. And while we all have our go-to neighborhood spots, it's also nice to try something new. Here are a half-dozen relatively recent arrivals. Some opened for the first time a few weeks ago, while others have just returned after taking the winter off, but all are less than a year old.
