JR.'s Bar & Grill

JR.'s has held down the corner of 17th Street NW in Dupont Circle since the mid-1980s. It’s the neighborhood’s longest-running gay video bar, a title it earns by sticking to the formula that made it work. The main bar sits downstairs, where screens loop music videos while the crowd mingles. There’s a smaller room upstairs for those who want a slightly quieter corner. The vibe is consistent. You’ll find people from nearby offices filling the space during happy hour. Themed nights keep things moving, with show tunes being a regular staple. It’s not trying to be something else; it’s just a bar that knows what it is. Hours run from 15:00 on weekdays and noon on weekends, staying open until 03:00 on Friday and Saturday. The room really fills up in the early evening and from Thursday through Saturday nights. Prices sit in the mid-range for DC. The Dupont Circle Metro (Red Line) is a short walk away.