Grand Central Restaurant & Bar

2447 18th St NW, Washington, DC 20009, United States
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Grand Central Restaurant & Bar
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M
Review №1

Nice spot to go to for music, a dance floor and drinks. Keith and Vanessa were really nice at the bar. Music was good as well with a lot of people dancing. This is also an officially sponsored Buffalo Bills bar, unfortunately no table breaking lol. No issues occurred while I went on a Saturday night when it started getting busy. Overall I would recommend you check out if youre looking for music, a dance floor and drinks. Cant remember if they had a DJ though, but the music mix was good.

Ke
Review №2

Went to the club today to enjoy myself and left in tears. Not only was it disorganized and dysfunctional. After talking to the bouncer and trying to sympathize with him and say that I understand all the chaos, he punched me in the rib trying to control the crowd when I told him what he did, after yelling at him that he was hurting me he told me to ‘sue him’ for letting him know. So just know if you go you may be hit before getting in!

M
Review №3

Im passed the club days; however, I stopped in on a quite Tuesday night and it was empty but the late night HH sign lured me in. It was a handful of people but the guy behind the bar was cool AF and def made for a good night. His service wasnt like the club vibe since he came on the deck to ask if I wanted anything. All I know is hes from Nebraska and super friendly guy. Id be back to visit just to pop in for a couple drinks.

Na
Review №4

Always great music and great drinks. Love this place!!! #GrandCentralDC #buzzybooth

Ju
Review №5

Today I was at sportsbook and attempted to bet Live a basketball game the kiosk put a $200 limit on the bet. More importantly, the cash out window is frequently unattended. I went to window to refund my ticket and the employee who I had to look for clearly didnt care about me getting the refund took more than 5 minutes to figure out how to operate the machine that he typed into to provide refund. I stated this is different than Cesars doesnt seem like anyone is focused on sportsbook customer service. The employee,, NAMED WOODY TOLD ME YOU SHOULD STICK WITH CESARS THENTHE OWNER OF THIS ESTABLISHMENT MAY WANT TO TIGHTEN THE JOB NTERVIEW PROCESS AND HIRE THOSE WHO CARE ABOUt YOUR PATRONS.Took 6 minutes to get refunded $500 after i walked around to find someone to help. A process that takes 20 seconds at a sportsbook. Cash outs are slow as well. My advice go to Cesars Sportsbook if your betting real money. This is not what you want. They just dont care is my observation.

K
Review №6

I didnt eat here, but we brought the party. We danced the night away.Great to watch sports. Drinks comes with non- alcohol jelly shot.Very diverse crowd. 20s through 40s crowd. We were the oldest probably in there.

Ch
Review №7

Awesome atmosphere. Came here for world cup final and NFL games. Loved having sports betting kiosks in the bar and plenty of TVs to watch your game. Food was fantastic as well. Probably my new DC favorite

Br
Review №8

28$ for a redbull vodka double shot without me actually asking for a double shot. Learn to bartend, ask the customer what they want first. The moron with dreads and glasses, i never said i wanted a double shot. Stop taking advantage of your customers. Id hate to see what you do to women at that bar. Unprofessional

Tr
Review №9

Worst bar experience in DC. The bar environment is toxic and flooded with underage kids. The doormen were incredibly oblivious to their job and fueled the problem. I would not recommend this bar to anyone in the Washington/DC area as there are countless better options.

Ch
Review №10

The bartenders were amazing. The drinks and atmosphere was great! We loved the picture selfie machine. It was a great place to celebrate both of my friends birthdays. Well definitely come back! #GrandCentralDC #buzzybooth

Sh
Review №11

Grand Central is such a fun place! Staff is so nice, drinks are great, and the dj was playing amazing music. I had friends visit and this is the place I took them, we loved the atmosphere. Definitely my favorite bar in Adam’s Morgan. #GrandCentralDC #buzzybooth

Ay
Review №12

The place is small. It has a TV area and a dance floor.The service is quick.You will need an ID to enter.Its usually crowded on weekends. Nd the crowd is great.The DJ plays real good music so you wont be disappointed there.Im not sure if they serve food.There are multiple food chains across the street so you can grab something to eat.The area is fairly litt up all throughout the nights and safe to travel.

lt
Review №13

I’ve been here more than a few times and I appreciate the fact that it’s free entry. The drinks are normally good (pretty strong) downstairs. However the last time I went, the lady working the bar upstairs was extremely rude. She damn near slid two of my friends drinks off the counter when serving it to us, visibly rolled her eyes and caught an attitude when we were trying to order drinks, and ended up serving one of my friends water instead of the vodka she asked for...Will probably go back, but I will never visit her side of the bar again.

Cl
Review №14

First weekend everything opened and also pride (this is a very straight bar). Had a good time, danced, and was glad we got there before the line. Older crowd (late 20s-30s) earlier which got progressively younger as the night went on til the kids showed up around midnight. Mix of old bangers + generic dance 10-11:30, tiktok songs started around 11, and house music later around 2-3.Wouldnt mind hitting it up again, but not my fav DC club as a bi dude.

Ar
Review №15

I had gone Capital Hill Concert and watched fireworks at the National Mall prior to coming to this bar. I danced on the dance floor and J enjoyed drink.I really like the sitting in the outdoor area. Great service and I do recommend to others.

Ie
Review №16

Great place to go dancing! The music selections were on point! DJ kept us on the floor all night!

Ro
Review №17

I can honestly say the only times Ive stepped foot in here is when everyone is hammered and we think its a good idea. Ill admit some nights can be fun BUT sadly more recently a lot of creepy folks are posted up in here so it makes trying to dance and move around difficult. A warning to those who are feeling zesty around 1:00 AM on a Friday or Saturday.

Sa
Review №18

Grand Central is a multi-story bar with a dance floor located in Adams Morgan neighborhood of DC. Upon entry, expect to be carded at the door. If the TVs are on, then its usually sports. At the bar, they have a $10 minimum to use credit card. Their drink specials include $5 Fireball or Lemon Drop Shots and $3 Jello Shots. On Friday nights, theres a club vibe, as theres popular music blasting out and patrons singing and dancing along to it.

Jo
Review №19

I left my credit card. They won’t answer the phone to tell you if they have it - phone message says you have to come in. I came in. They didn’t check - they just said they don’t hold cards and wouldn’t look. Been a while since I’ve run into wait staff so rude. Five stars for being a bills bar. Minus 4 stars for having to drive 90 miles to get blown off.

Ge
Review №20

Im from out of town Savannah Georgia. Im as older Adult and the music was very well put together. I truly appreciate and totally enjoyed myself. I would definitely recommend this place to anyone visiting the DC area.

Au
Review №21

Hung out, didnt get food or many drinks. Seemed like a nice place. Wide mix of a crowd on a Saturday night. Mixup. DJ was really good mixed with old styles, with new. Great for dancing.

Al
Review №22

I love grand central, it’s my favorite thirsty thursday spot!! always a great time #GrandCentralDC #buzzybooth

Da
Review №23

Lived in DC 8 years ago and used to come here after kickball matches for shenanigans and some flip cup with the rival team/teams. Was in town for a conference and was in the area so thought I’d see what it was like now. Essentially nothing has changed haha. It is basically still your average dive bar with some space. Friendly staff. Nothing extraordinary overall, hence the few stars.

La
Review №24

Great patio and a great bar to relive college and play some flip cup, beer pong, etc. The staff is friendly and the bar remains fairly calm until late Friday/Saturday...unless its a Bills game, then the place goes nuts. I definitely recommend going at least once just to watch how crazy these Bills fans get!

Ri
Review №25

Laid back mid day atmosphere at this admo sports bar. Bartender was chill and a good conversation. Food comes in large portions for the price.

Am
Review №26

5 stars on a kickball night. Tables set up for games, cheap pitchers, and tons of people. 5 stars for games but on all other nights it can be a bit dead. Staff is great though.

We
Review №27

There arent many things in this world I dont like - actually there are only two: lightning, and being told what I can and cant wear at a bar without a cover of $20+.Enter Grand Central. Honestly, I have no idea why their bouncers are such dicks about it but you cant wear hats in there. Like... at all - Ive been to over 20 bars in DC and this is the only place with that rule (whats worse, Im talking about a fedora here - not a fitted, bedazzled hat that says Thug4Lyfe on it).The bouncers will hover and make it known if you are doing something they arent fond of - relentlessly - and it kills the vibe. Ok dance floor but they need to get over themselves a bit.

Eu
Review №28

Was amazing! Great music and cheap drinks. Only problem was that the floors were a little slippery. Overall great place for a girls night out #GrandCentralDC #buzzybooth

Ja
Review №29

Fun place. Salsa & bachata Tuesdays is really fun

Ta
Review №30

Manny was the best bartender we’ve had in D.C. The music here is really good too!

sk
Review №31

10/10 best quality bar in Adam’s Morgan. As a local it is my favorite spot- I always recommend it to friends who are visiting the area! Never fail to have a great time. #GrandCentralDC #buzzybooth

Ed
Review №32

If possible, I would rate this place zero... they escorted me out, because I was dancing a routine. I didnt cause a scene they admitted it but still escorted me out. IF YOU DANCE PROFESSIONALLY DONT COME HERE!!

Ju
Review №33

Had the best time grand central bar. Will definitely be back again.

Be
Review №34

They literally rejected my best friends ID becayse he didn’t look like he was “military enough”. Comepltely disrespeful to those who serve. Extremely unpatriotic. They questioned his service just because he wouldn’t actively show his military ID. Never met a place so disrespectful and rude

Sh
Review №35

No cover and outside seating was cool, but seating is limited. The bar didnt have supplies to make special drinks like white Russian, mojitos, and served a margarita w/o the salt. SMH

Ib
Review №36

I always have a fun time here! Great scene and great music. They dont just throw a buch of EDM at you like the other places

R.
Review №37

Its a nice place to perhaps get prepared for the real party. The music is ok the drinks arent so good depending which bartender you go to and its always super hot.

Fr
Review №38

Great music, but it gets super super crowded and makes it impossible to move through or talk to people. Staff was nice though!

De
Review №39

By far best bar. When ppl knock it drink over they really buy you another one. No fighting just dancing. It does be overly crowded on Thursday through Saturday but great fun

Ha
Review №40

My friend got physically assaulted and thrown out of here by a random guy. Meanwhile, bouncers watched as it happened. They then threatened to call the cops on my friends while they let the guy back in no questions. If you identity as female, please take caution going here.

As
Review №41

The place was nice and bartender was very friendly

Pe
Review №42

Really chill bar, great atmosphere and decent food. They also have multiple dance floors which get pretty lit later on.

Sh
Review №43

Dont eat anything just had drinks they were good and the DJ was good to free to get in

Ad
Review №44

The fact that this has restaurant in the name is misleading. This isnt a nice place to hang out. The most predatory men always seem to be hanging out there. Would not recommend to anyone.

Ju
Review №45

Love it here! I miss Janelle, but all the other bartenders are great as well. Superfun, and its always a party

Mi
Review №46

Traditional bar pub-ish place. Came here while on a work trip. Drinks were OK. Friday night around 7pm was a decent crowd.

Ha
Review №47

Crappy bar. Avoid this place at all costs. Filled with annoying and rude riff raff. The staff were terribly rude. The guy at the bar charged me for drinks I did not have and was rude when I asked him about it. Terrible place. Would give it zero stars if I could.

Sh
Review №48

Very spacious. Went for a bachelorette party and we had a great time! DJ was on point.

Di
Review №49

On a weekend day, this place is OK. Grab an outdoor table and a pitcher of beer. If you want anything else - or plan on coming on a weekend night - be prepared for a very different and fratty scene.

sc
Review №50

The wings are terrible. They dont use real buffalo sauce. Quesadillas are great. They play all the buffalo bills games with labatt and Genny cream.

To
Review №51

I only scored it at 3 stars because I was unable to enjoy it because I had to look for my drunk gf. I will be visiting again.

Jo
Review №52

Dont go to this bar! I was involved in an unsafe situation, and the way the bouncers treated us was appalling. Not a safe environment for anyone, especially women.

El
Review №53

They had good music and my favorite rum. Definitely going back

la
Review №54

Just stopped by for drinks!!! The bartender was amazing and made GREAT drinks.

Ti
Review №55

Super friendly owner and bouncers/security. Good food and drinks. What else can you ask for!

Sh
Review №56

Decent experience...Id go back. Food is typically bar food. Although the old bay photo chips are really good.

Ba
Review №57

Great people, cheap stuff, and awesome mix of sports/dancing depending on the night.

t
Review №58

Because of covid this is no longer a bar it is a restaurant. They have music but no dj and people wew not dancing.

Ly
Review №59

Beer tasted super watered down and PLAYLIST COULD BE BETTER. Very crowded and steamy if that’s what you’re into.

G
Review №60

Happy was an amazing waiter

Ra
Review №61

Its a big place that mostly smells like vomit. The only reason I went there on a semi-regular basis is for social sports leagues. Enough said

Sa
Review №62

Bartender Anna is awesome. All of them are. Good food and drinks. Go now. What are you waiting for?

Sa
Review №63

Great bar to be at for a Buffalo Bills game. Check out the vegan wings.

Je
Review №64

Great spot for last minute late night out. Bit overcrowded but you’ll love the music and the people.

Er
Review №65

Its a big bar, no cover and fast service. Not a great vibe however. I would rather pay cover and goes to madams organ nearby

Jo
Review №66

The only bar in DC that I know has Labatt Blue, it makes Buffalonians feel at home

An
Review №67

Had four men reach up my skirt while I was walking through within the first 10 minutes of being there.. not a good crowd

Ke
Review №68

Fun bar! Love the beer pong! Friendly staff and good food! Nachos where awesome!

sc
Review №69

Went to watch the Bills play as they are a Bills backer bar. They have Blue Lite and good food.

Ja
Review №70

Best place to drink in the area. Come play drinking games and dance all night.

Be
Review №71

Awesome place for a night out in Adams Morgan! Busy, but not a bad crowd.

Ca
Review №72

Great music and great staff! If you go, ask for Zasha, shes so great!

Ra
Review №73

Cool Staff, Nice Bar & a Chill Set up. Definitely will be back

Al
Review №74

Great Bills bar with great bartenders, a friendly owner, and awesome people to meet!

Co
Review №75

Get some wings and a drink and have a great time. The GC Jungle J

Ja
Review №76

Best place to go if youre an upstate NY sports fan (Buffalo Bills/Sabers) in the DC area.

iK
Review №77

Grand Central is the move. Free to get in ladies live and drinks are the best price

Di
Review №78

Empty but the drive in was fulltables were disinfectedany time🤙🏻

Ju
Review №79

Good music, friendly bartenders in a quaint split level bar.

Ky
Review №80

Great food and drinks had a blast here

Wi
Review №81

Prices were a little high but overall I think it was a good time

Co
Review №82

Great spot to watch the bills game for all you fans out there. Go early for seating.

Ca
Review №83

Very much a college night on the weekend. Most floors have a bar. No cover. Worth a peek

Br
Review №84

Owner and staff are awesome great cocktails and beer pong!

Ka
Review №85

Clean and felt safe, friendly staff #GrandCentralDC #buzzybooth

Sh
Review №86

Nice spot to relax and chill and enjoy a little time out with friends and family. 😍💖😍

Te
Review №87

Love the music they played, a but crowded on the Saturday nights.

Au
Review №88

Picture people being 17 years old on average (music going along) and you will at the right place

tr
Review №89

Lit its open til 3 and got a nice and diverse crowd

La
Review №90

Fun bar to be in, great beer and liquor selection.

Er
Review №91

Big space but not very crowded. Seemed a little boring so we left

Ca
Review №92

Loved It!!! Dont really understand the dont buy- dont stay rule though.

Ja
Review №93

Love this place! The vibe is great, love the music

Em
Review №94

Grand central is literally the most fun place ever 🤩

Ja
Review №95

Not my cup of tea. Crowded loud college students. You can hardly get around in that dump

Sc
Review №96

First time Ive been here, its a neat place.

Da
Review №97

Great music and crowd, no entrance fee

Jo
Review №98

Best place to go watch Bills games in DC

Al
Review №99

Very interesting layout and friendly bartenders!

S/
Review №100

Great staff, great bourbons, great food and beer

To
Review №101

Fun night

Yu
Review №102

They didnt clean the lines. Beer was whack.

Br
Review №103

Great bar beer pong great waitresses!!!

Ma
Review №104

Great beer specials for DC fray players

Be
Review №105

Steve is a good man. Classic time

Di
Review №106

Plenty of space and decent price drinks.

Le
Review №107

Great food AMAZING COMEDIANS on Wednesdays at 6pm

Mo
Review №108

Hope always sets a great tone for an evening

Da
Review №109

Cheap drinks, fun place, college type vibe

Da
Review №110

Buffalo Bill HQ is a good time.

He
Review №111

Just not enough people, always seems kind of dead.

Po
Review №112

Alright for a late Monday kickback...nothing else was open

Sc
Review №113

Cheap, dive bar, but every once in a while, one wants that sort of thing.

St
Review №114

Had a great time!

Co
Review №115

Its a Buffalo Bills bar in DC!

Ma
Review №116

The grilled chicken sandwich is excellent.

Tr
Review №117

Slow and staff was less than happy to be working

Sh
Review №118

Great Buffalo Bills Bar!

Fr
Review №119

Great Wings and awesome staff

Sm
Review №120

Very nice place good customer service

Ma
Review №121

Washington DC area, was a beautiful building.

Ka
Review №122

Never had a bad time 💘

Ch
Review №123

Make sure u have time 2look around

Re
Review №124

Eva is fine and friendly asf

Pa
Review №125

Good food and good atmosphere.

Ja
Review №126

Hipster bar with a diverse crowd.

Lu
Review №127

Great place and food great staff

Gr
Review №128

Need to dance in DC head here

Ke
Review №129

Great & fun environment to be in

St
Review №130

Fun spot.

Ka
Review №131

Lack-luster new years event

Ji
Review №132

Best place on 18th.

Ch
Review №133

Bills fan heaven.

To
Review №134

Its okay

jo
Review №135

Always friendly service

Mi
Review №136

Music is just loud...

jh
Review №137

Perfect place to chill

Wi
Review №138

Loved it

Wi
Review №139

Yuh

Ca
Review №140

Beautiful architecture.

Th
Review №141

Gaming!!!

Ra
Review №142

Great space!

Ra
Review №143

Fun

Ke
Review №144

Amazing

Ki
Review №145

MISSY is the best!

Ch
Review №146

Uncomfortable on weekends

St
Review №147

Great experience

We
Review №148

Amazing time

Ga
Review №149

This place is cool

Tu
Review №150

A must visit place!

Wa
Review №151

Beyond trash.

Ka
Review №152

Good drinks

Dy
Review №153

For beer pong

Wi
Review №154

Great staff

Ny
Review №155

Good vibe.

Cy
Review №156

Bars bars bars takeing Bars

Ra
Review №157

Chilll place

al
Review №158

Good drinksrelaxed atmospheredj playing live

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  • Address:2447 18th St NW, Washington, DC 20009, United States
  • Site:http://grandcentraldc.com/
  • Phone:+1 202-986-1742
Categories
Working hours
  • Monday:12 PM–2 AM
  • Tuesday:12 PM–2 AM
  • Wednesday:12 PM–2 AM
  • Thursday:12 PM–2 AM
  • Friday:12 PM–3 AM
  • Saturday:9 AM–3 AM
  • Sunday:9 AM–2 AM
Service options
  • Outdoor seating:Yes
  • Delivery:Yes
  • Takeaway:Yes
  • Dine-in:Yes
Highlights
  • Bar games:Yes
  • Fast service:Yes
  • Quiz night:Yes
  • Sport:Yes
Popular for
  • Solo dining:Yes
Accessibility
  • Wheelchair-accessible toilet:Yes
  • Wheelchair-accessible car park:No
Offerings
  • Alcohol:Yes
  • Beer:Yes
  • Cocktails:Yes
  • Comfort food:Yes
  • Dancing:Yes
  • Food:Yes
  • Food at bar:Yes
  • Happy-hour drinks:Yes
  • Happy-hour food:Yes
  • Quick bite:Yes
  • Spirits:Yes
  • Wine:Yes
Dining options
  • Dinner:Yes
  • Seating:Yes
Amenities
  • Bar on site:Yes
  • Toilets:Yes
  • Wi-Fi:Yes
  • Wi-Fi:Yes
Atmosphere
  • Casual:Yes
  • Trendy:Yes
Crowd
  • Groups:Yes
  • University students:Yes
Planning
  • Accepts reservations:Yes
Payments
  • Credit cards:Yes
  • Debit cards:Yes
  • NFC mobile payments:Yes
  • Credit cards:Yes
Parking
  • Paid street parking:Yes
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