The Brig | Barracks Row Beer Garden & Outdoor Sports Bar in Washington DC

10 YEARS AND COUNTING

“Located on Barracks Row, The Brig is a spacious outdoor beer garden known for draft beer, heated winter seating, and year-round watch parties in Washington DC.”

🌺 Craving a Kona? Postgame with us after the Nats take on the Reds on 8/8 and get $2.50 off 😎

Coco, one of our fav regulars, has the right idea – you can’t walk past us without stopping in for a little treat 🍻

Doors open at 3pm! Drink Specials and more

We’re skipping trivia for a couple weeks – come watch the World Cup with us ⚽️ – we’ll be back on July 9, and we’ll miss you every second until then 😢

We love our softball post-game regulars! @leftswingersdc 🍻🥎

Your host is in the homeland (FLORIDA!) but we’ll return next week! ☀️🌴

It’s OPENING DAY! on Friday, April 3 – and we’re open at 11 a.m. with $2 off all drafts, combos, cans, wine, and rails until 4 p.m. 🍻⚾️

We’re opening at NOON on 3/19 and 3/20 for MARCH MADNESS 🏀🍻

Come celebrate St. Patty’s Day with us!! SWIPE to see our specials on SATURDAY, SUNDAY & TUESDAY!! 🍀💚

Pouring you beer in all weather! Come see us for ALL NIGHT HAPPY HOUR Thursday during trivia night! 🍻

your fav babes are back behind the bar this weekend!!! saturday @ noon!!! come drink with us!!! 🍻💖☀️

Join soccer fans for this epic match! See you this Saturday at 12:30pm

Come watch the BIG GAME/BAD BUNNY CONCERT with us! 🏈🏆🇵🇷

Due to the snow and low temps we have decided to stay closed this week. Reopening for Trivia Night on February 5th.

WEEKDAY ALL NIGHT HAPPY HOUR + GAME DAY SPECIALS FOR NFL - all on our enclosed, heated patio 😎

If you’re doing dry January, we’ve got you covered with a diverse selection of non-alcoholic beer! 🍻

THURSDAY & FRIDAY ALL NIGHT HAPPY HOUR ALL WINTER LONG! Come grab a drink on our heated patio 🥵 [ended 2/28]

With highs in the upper 50s, come hang with us this week! ☀️🍻

Maple old fashioned, anyone? Made with @bulleitwhiskey 🥃

Come grab a Bloody Mary on our heated patio! 🍅🫒

🚨We’re closed on Monday to Wednesday during chilly season, but come see us for ALL DAY HAPPY HOUR on Thursdays and Fridays + Thursday night trivia 🍻

Our patio is enclosed and heated 🔥 (seriously, we’re in short sleeves!) - come by and see us for a hot cider or gluhwein!

REMINDER: Trivia moves to Thursday this week! Or come watch some soccer or football with us on our enclosed, heated patio!

ALL NIGHT HAPPY HOUR ON WEDNESDAY AND FRIDAY!! we’re thankful for you 🦃🍂🧡

Think you can split the G better than our staff??? PROVE IT 😈

UPDATE YOUR CAL 🗓️ Our trivia night moves to Thursday starting in December 🧠📚⁉️

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The Brig is a neighborhood beer garden located on Barracks Row near Navy Yard and Capitol Hill in Washington DC. Known for outdoor watch parties, draft beer, and a dog-friendly patio, The Brig offers a casual year-round gathering space for locals and visitors

Discover The Brig

Exterior view of The Brig beer garden entrance on Barracks Row

Bartender serving drinks behind outdoor bar at The Brig Barracks Row

Join us for lively sports watch parties. We are the host Bar for the LSU Alumni and FC Bayern Munich Fan club Mia San District. Catch college sports and pro leagues on one of our many TVs. As a dog-friendly and kid-friendly space, we invite everyone to enjoy our unique atmosphere. Raise a glass with us today!

Refreshing Offerings

Cheers to Choices

Explore our extensive selection of beers, from local favorites to international brews. We aim to satisfy every palate while serving delicious bar food that complements your drink perfectly.

Draft

21 Unique Taps. Featuring popular breweries, local drafts

and a large selection of German beers

Bottled

Diverse Selection of domestic, imported beers and N/A options

Craft

Seasonal Specials. Want a refreshing Kölsch? We got it! It's pumpkin season? We got you covered. Seasonal drinks on a rotating never ending cycle

Cocktails

Don't like beer or want a change of pace? We have a full bar and

large cocktail list. Espresso Martini anyone?

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Operating Hours

Monday

CLOSED

Weekdays: Early Bird 3-4pm / Happy Hour until 7pm

Tuesday- Friday

3 PM - CLOSE

Saturday & Sunday

12 PM - CLOSE

Trivia every Thursday @ 7pm

Why Choose Us

The Brig is your neighborhood beer garden built for good times year-round. Enjoy a spacious outdoor patio, great draft beer, handcrafted cocktails, and a welcoming, dog-friendly atmosphere. From big sports watch parties to relaxed afternoons with friends and family, we keep things casual, community-driven, and authentically DC.

Friendly staff welcoming guests at neighborhood beer garden in DC

Bartenders pouring draft beer at outdoor sports bar Washington DC

Heated covered patio seating at Barracks Row beer garden

Community tables and string lights at The Brig outdoor beer garden

Enclosed winter patio setup at The Brig Washington DC

Family-Friendly

All Ages Welcome

Dog-Friendly

Paw-sitive Vibes

Bring the whole family along! Our kid-friendly environment ensures everyone has a good time.

Our space is open to your furry friends, allowing you to enjoy great company with both two and four-legged companions. Enjoy a pint with your pup!

Community Focused

Supporting Locals

Event Hosting

Book Your Spot

The Brig believes in supporting local teams and businesses. Join us for post-game celebrations and community events that bring everyone together in a fun space.

Looking to host an event? We offer space for parties, watch parties, and more. Place a regular reservation for up to 30 ppl

or let's organize a private event

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