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2161 P Street Northwest, Washington

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About this place The Fireplace

The Fireplace is a long-running gay bar at the corner of 22nd and P Street NW, on the western edge of Dupont Circle, recognisable by the fireplace in its front window. It has two floors with music videos playing, and has long drawn a largely Black gay crowd. Drinks are strong and prices are fair for DC. It is busiest late on Friday and Saturday nights. Reviewers say it is cash-only, so bring some cash or check before you go. The Dupont Circle Metro station is about a five-minute walk.

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Gay Dancing Area Mixed LGBTQ+ Dance Local favorite Pop DJ sets Late night (after midnight) Cash only

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Neke Williams
Aug 2026
★★★★★

Didn't get to go here but I support!! Gay all Day!!!

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Fred Davis
Aug 2026
★★★★★

Karaoke provided a great atmosphere

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Dennis Verheijen
Aug 2026
★★★★★

Interesting they kicked me out, just for sharing my opinion. And not even listening to be, just pushing me out… smh.

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Ken Alas
Aug 2026
★★★★★

I love this place... I miss it so much ...

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Nigel Jordan
Aug 2026
★★★★★

Older, black crowd. Great music and nice bartenders. I’m in town visiting for pride and this was a nice, lowkey spot. My friend and I, Robert (who loves drinks) had an amazing time.

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Tyai Green
Aug 2026
★★★★★

On the oldest bars in DC serving the best drinks!

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Anthony Miller
Aug 2026
★★★★★

Went there last night to see if my experience would be better than the last time I went. The bartenders (both upstairs and downstairs) were so rude to me and act like I’m not even there. Especially the black bartenders. The one white or hispanic bartender was the only one who asked if I wanted something. Why are the black bartenders there always so rude to me? It’s weird and it’s giving internalized hate. I’m aware that I’m lightskin and attractive. Some might think that I am full of myself, but I’m not. To not give me service because of who you think I am is tacky, rude, and unprofessional. I will never go back to this bar again!!!

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Porsha Johnson (PaRiS)
Aug 2026
★★★★★

Great vibes. I had 1 margarita and was bout 🫠😂.

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Vaughn Pinkett
Aug 2026
★★★★★

Is a DC INSTITUTION

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DeLauren Davis
Aug 2026
★★★★★

Easily the most fun bar in DC! Especially in karaoke night 🫶🏽

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Rj Scotko
Aug 2026
★★★★★

Cordell is a great bartender very friendly and intelligent!

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Last updated on 6 November 2026

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