Polly's Cafe: A Bar With Atmosphere and Drinks to Beat the Chill

Reviewed by Emily Bratcher

One of our very favorite spots to get a drink or hit a happy hour.

Polly's

1342 U Street, NW
Washington, DC 20009
Phone: 202-265-8385

Nearby Metro Stops: U St./African-American Civil War Memorial/Cardozo

Scene: Outdoor Seating , Low-key

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Happy Hours on: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday

Monday - Friday, 4 - 7 pm:

$2 Budweiser, Miller Lite, PBR, and rail drinks


U Street basement pub popular among the hipster crowd.

This small neighborhood pub sits in the basement of a U Street townhouse. When the weather outside is frightful, Polly’s lights a crackling fire. Exposed-brick walls, hardwood floors, and winter drink specials (soon to come) add to the intimate ambiance.