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    Pitchers DC

    3.3 (130 reviews)
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    What's the vibe?
    Casual
    Good for groups
    Outdoor seating
    Happy hour specials

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    Rumesh V.

    We used to go here often pre pandemic. Since joining the stonewall billiards league, I have been here few times. Leagues first happy hour was held here few weeks ago to distribute team t shirts and get to know everyone. I have met some nice people here through the league. The bar is pretty big. They have various floors with different themes. I used to go to the dance floor late nights. Very spacious. Food is pretty good as well. American bar food such as wings, fries, burgers, and tator tots. Nice place to catch up with friends.

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    Rose F.

    The stars are for the food. It is very good. The rest is pretty mediocre. As others have mentioned, their ID policies are a little excessive. There's always a big holdup outside to get in because the bouncers are intensely scrutinizing people's IDs. I've always gotten in eventually but it's a little irritating. The bag policy on weeknights also bothers me. I've gone with my book club a few times on weekdays and we have all had to put our bags in the cubes even though we could clearly be monitored by the bouncer/bartenders. Now we can't even go on Wednesday nights because they do trivia and there is no way to avoid it if you don't want to participate. It is very loud and the ALOHO space is not open, nor are the upper floors. As for weekends, the dancefloor is usually packed like a sardine can. If you want to dance, better to go to Kiki but I guess if you just want to jump up and down with your hands in the air while Chappell plays in the background go ahead.

    Christine J.

    Went here for trivia. Really enjoyed the trivia hosts and the types of questions they ask! Will definitely go back for another trivia night. Trivia 5/5 For food we got a burger and chicken sandwich. Both were ok, rather basic and the fries were meh. Nothing special but I guess ok for bar food. Food 2/5

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    Caleb T.

    Visited Pitchers tonight for a trivia night and drinks with some friends! A very laid back atmosphere, and a very friendly bar tender. Something to note is that Pitchers does NOT accept Apple Pay. Really good food for bar food with a nice selection. There are several different bar areas and lots of events going on!

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    Sabrina M.

    Ambiance - Music video - floor 2 - so much fun!! Loved seeing the music videos on the wall. Got packed fast during middle of night but so fun!! You felt like you were doing karaoke in a way. 3rd + rooftop floor - was fun a bit hot due to the weather this day but would be cute im sure on other days. So spacious and so many areas to be at if you feel uncomfortable Cool decor! Food - sooooo good everything!! Sweet potato fries, fried pickles, philly cheese steak egg rills, mac and cheese bites, alll so damn good! Drinks - good! Fair priced i got a seltzer iced tea peach and it was good my first time. Location - on a busy street easy to find. Service - was great no complaints here

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    Daniel R.

    I love that there's a space like this in AdMo! Queer haven with good food, big crowds, and great queer programming. It feels like a place where you can really be yourself!

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    Ray R.

    Pitchers is such an amazing addition to the ADMO area. They have so many rooms and vibes throughout one establishment. You can chill and drink/eat or go hard in a club vibe, or sit and sip and play video games. This is such a perfect spot for LGBTQ+ people where previously there wasn't anything to get! I always have blast at their events whether it's a drag show or a show tunes night! They really cater to their crowd and make it a lively and fun environment for any day/night of the week!

    The absolute rudest staff I have ever experienced.
    Nick K.

    The absolute rudest staff I have ever experienced. My boyfriend was profiled for having a small bag while plenty of patrons walked in with much larger fuller bags, and when we expressed our concerns after already having been there for over 2 hours to the new security guard and the staff member who refused to listen to our concerns, they threatened to kick us out?! Absolutely the most inconsiderate establishment we have ever experienced. As queers in a queer place, we should feel safe, and they made us feel very much the opposite. Do not go to this place. Beware of these people. Watch out for these people.

    Bartender who threw out my drink and then lied to her manager about it right in front of my face. Look out for her!!! She is a liar

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    Fun ambiance, pours are heavy and love the different layouts but for the love of god PLEASE GET A NEW/BETTER DJ.

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