Off the Record
Hay-Adams basement bar
Hay-Adams basement bar. Presidential-caliber vibe.
Why Off the Record works for a date
If you're looking for a late night spot in Downtown, Off the Record is one of our highest-rated picks in the DatingDex directory. It scored 7.6/10 from real DC daters — not an algorithm, not sponsored placement. Daters specifically highlighted the vibe, the pacing, and how easy it was to actually talk to the person across the table.
📍 Address: 800 16th St NW, Washington, DC 20006
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