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    Jackpot

    4.3 (272 reviews)
    Closed 4:00 pm - 2:00 am (Next day)

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    JACKPOT ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Loud
    Divey
    Casual
    Good for groups

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    Kay

    I had a fun time at Jackpot watching the college football payoffs. This is a fun basement, dive bar, no frills and with a bunch of beers on tap. Ask the bar for free popcorn and you're set for the night!

    Free popcorn and amaretto sour (great happy hour price!)
    Ethan G.

    Y'all I was dumb for giving them a 4. This is my favorite bar in the city. Love Sam the bartender (he makes great amarettos sour), Dillan, and the free popcorn they have. Love coming here whenever I can

    Alex P.

    Had a great time at this bar. Free popcorn. Beer was great. The vibe was very intimate and chill. I like that it's smaller so you can chat with people easily. Staff were great. It got a little crowded as the night went on. Spent a few hours here having a great time. Would recommend.

    Mia T.

    I loved this place, I was seeking some dive bar vibes while in the China Town area. I found that here and the bartender had amazing music playing!! The people here were friendly and the popcorn was on point. Such a great idea to keep people sitting and drinking because I sure was. I will definitely be back next time I'm in DC. Pretty simple bar with the usual selection but I will note I do not think they have darts, pool tables, nor a jukebox, if you're seeking those things.

    Shari D.

    We've come here a handful of times and every time it's been a time! They have really affordable drinks and not to mention a popcorn machine. Service is quick and the crowd ranges in age, race and gender. Dive bar vibes in Chinatown for sure!

    Taj M.

    Coming here you hit the jackpot coming here. This is a dive bar. That's casual and clean. And just what you need. Great happy hour specials. Great service. Loud atmosphere but is appropriate for the atmosphere. There is no food but free popcorn. Which is delightful. Excellent beer menu/selection. Wine and full bar also. TVs have the game on. Location is great. Close to sports arena.

    Popcorn and beer - what more can you want??
    Rebecca J.

    Friendly service - good beer and popcorn Fun location - underground, old style, perfect ambiance

    Rob J.

    I traveled 3000 miles to go to see the Los Angeles Kings play the Washington Capitals in DC. My son and his girlfriend recently moved from LA to DC and we had a group of 8 going to the game. We stopped at Jackpot for a beer before the game started. It was great. We were wearing LA Kings jerseys in a sea of Caps red. The Caps fans were super friendly. I had a festbier from a brewery in Virginia.. It was October so I knew it would be fresh. They also had free popcorn. (I wish it was free beer) If only the LA Kings hadn't blown a 2-0 lead to lose the game. This is a basement dive bar across the street from the Capital One Center. It is worth a stop if you are going to a hockey or basketball game. I am going back the next time I go to visit.

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    This place hasn't changed since I was in college. It was busier, but remains a great atmosphere, good beer list, and popcorn.

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    One of the best dive bars in the area. Free popcorn, well priced drinks, and good vibes in the heart of the city!

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    Their happy hour runs from 4-8 on weekdays and includes $2 off beer, $6 well drinks, and free popcorn.

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