Opening hours
Closed · opens Friday 5:00 PM
| Monday | 5:00 PM – 1:30 AM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 5:00 PM – 1:30 AM |
| Wednesday | Closed |
| Thursday | Closed |
| Friday | 5:00 PM – 2:00 AM |
| Saturday | 12:00 PM – 2:00 AM |
| Sunday | 12:00 PM – 1:30 AM |
Local time in Washington: 11:36 AM (EST). Holiday hours may differ – call (202) 299-1006 to confirm.
Location & directions
2337 18th St NWWashington, DC 20009
About Grand Duchess
Looking for a cocktail bar in Washington? Grand Duchess is at 2337 18th St NW, Washington, District of Columbia. Our Washington guide covers 2,052 food and drink spots, and this is one of them. Prices are mid-range ($20–30 per person).
Grand Duchess is open 5 days a week, usually 5:00 PM – 1:30 AM (closed Wednesday and Thursday). It stays open late, until 1:30 AM on most nights.
Guests can choose from 40 menu items across 7 sections, including Bites, Mains, Sweets, Drinks - Cocktails, and Drinks - House Specialties. Listed prices range from $6.00 to $38.00, with a typical item around $12.00. Menu highlights include Fingerling Potatoes, New York Strip, and Cannoli.
Service options include outdoor seating, delivery, takeaway, and dine-in. Visitors describe the atmosphere as casual, cosy, and trendy, and it is a good fit for groups and locals. The place is LGBTQ+ friendly and a transgender safe space. It is especially popular for solo dining. Offerings include alcohol, beer, cocktails, dancing, and food.
Accessibility features: wheelchair-accessible car park. Payment methods accepted: credit cards, debit cards, and NFC mobile payments. Reservations are accepted; call (202) 299-1006 to book a table.
Quick facts
- Category
- Cocktail Bar
- Address
- 2337 18th St NW, Washington, DC 20009
- Phone
- (202) 299-1006
- Price range
- $20–30 per person
- Hours
- Open 5 days a week, usually 5:00 PM – 1:30 AM (closed Wednesday and Thursday)
- Menu
- 40 items · $6.00–$38.00
- Listing updated
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Popular times
Usually busiest around 10 PM on Fridays; one of the quieter times is around 6 PM on weekdays.
Based on typical visit patterns for cocktail bars and this venue’s opening hours.
Typical prices for cocktail bars across the US
Based on 6 menus with 100 priced items from cocktail bars across the US, the median menu item costs $11.00, and half of all items are priced between $9.00 and $13.00.
At Grand Duchess the median listed price is $12.00, close to the typical $11.00 for cocktail bars across the US.
Calculated from 6 menus in our guide. Prices vary by location and change over time.
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Features & amenities
Service options
- Outdoor seating
- Delivery
- Takeaway
- Dine-in
Highlights
- Fast service
- Great cocktails
Popular for
- Solo dining
Accessibility
- Wheelchair-accessible car park
Offerings
- Alcohol
- Beer
- Cocktails
- Dancing
- Food
- Happy-hour drinks
- Spirits
- Wine
Dining options
- Seating
- Table service
Amenities
- Gender-neutral toilets
- Toilet
Atmosphere
- Casual
- Cosy
- Trendy
Crowd
- Groups
- LGBTQ+ friendly
- Locals
- Transgender safe space
Planning
- Accepts reservations
Payments
- Credit cards
- Debit cards
- NFC mobile payments
The neighborhood
Within a 10-minute walk (half a mile) of Grand Duchess there are 104 other places to eat and drink in our guide, and 448 within one mile. By type, the places within a mile include Bars & Pubs (84), Cafes & Coffee (62), Mexican & Tex-Mex (29), and Pizza (29).
206 places within a mile stay open until 10 PM or later on at least one night a week, so this is a good area for a late meal.
Nearest places of other kinds
- Mexican & Tex-MexJohnny Pistola's< 0.1 mi
- PizzaJumbo Slice Pizza< 0.1 mi
- Japanese & SushiShibuya Eatery< 0.1 mi
- ItalianLa Grotta< 0.1 mi
- AfricanTsehay Ethiopian Restaurant And Bar< 0.1 mi
What to expect at a cocktail bar
Bars and pubs cover everything from neighborhood dives and sports bars to cocktail lounges, wine bars, brewpubs and taprooms. Many serve food – burgers, wings, pub fare or a full kitchen – while others offer little beyond snacks or host food trucks.
What to order
- Local beer on draft – especially at brewpubs and taprooms
- A house cocktail – cocktail bars often have signature drinks
- Wings or nachos – classic bar food
- Pub burger – often one of the best-value meals in town
Good to know
- Bring a valid photo ID – it may be checked even if you look over 21.
- Kitchens often close earlier than the bar.
- Plan a safe ride home; rideshare pickup points are common outside busy bars.
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Frequently asked questions
What are Grand Duchess's opening hours?
Open 5 days a week, usually 5:00 PM – 1:30 AM (closed Wednesday and Thursday). Monday: 5:00 PM – 1:30 AM; Tuesday: 5:00 PM – 1:30 AM; Wednesday: Closed; Thursday: Closed; Friday: 5:00 PM – 2:00 AM; Saturday: 12:00 PM – 2:00 AM; Sunday: 12:00 PM – 1:30 AM.
Is Grand Duchess open on Sunday?
Yes, Grand Duchess is open on Sundays: 12:00 PM – 1:30 AM.
Where is Grand Duchess located?
Grand Duchess is located at 2337 18th St NW, Washington, DC 20009.
What is the phone number of Grand Duchess?
You can call Grand Duchess at (202) 299-1006.
Does Grand Duchess offer delivery or takeout?
Yes, Grand Duchess offers delivery, and takeout is available. Listed service options: outdoor seating, delivery, takeaway, and dine-in.
How much does it cost to eat at Grand Duchess?
The typical price range at Grand Duchess is $20–30 per person. Menu prices range from $6.00 to $38.00.
Does Grand Duchess take reservations?
Yes, Grand Duchess accepts reservations.
Is Grand Duchess wheelchair accessible?
Listed accessibility features: wheelchair-accessible car park.
Is Grand Duchess open late?
Yes – Grand Duchess is open until 10 PM or later on Monday, Tuesday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday.
What else is near Grand Duchess?
There are 448 other places to eat and drink within a mile of Grand Duchess. Nearby options include Johnny Pistola's (< 0.1 mi), Jumbo Slice Pizza (< 0.1 mi), and Shibuya Eatery (< 0.1 mi).
How much do cocktail bars across the US cost?
Based on 6 menus with 100 priced items from cocktail bars across the US, the median menu item costs $11.00, and half of all items are priced between $9.00 and $13.00.
