Old Dominion Brew House - 1219 9th Street NW
Located steps away from the Convention Center, Old Dominion Brew House is appreciated by locals for being a dive "watering hole" with a respectable craft beer selection. (They have 15 on tap alone.) Also boasting 20 flat-screen TVs, this restaurant and bar is great for following your favorite sports teams as well. Like many other venues across the District, Old Dominion Brew House becomes especially packed during college football and basketball season, as Florida State and Alabama alumni head here watch big games.
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