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The Wells

4.8 (22)
$30 and under
Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service
727 C St SE, Washington, DC 20003-4432

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The Wells

4.8
$30 and under
Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service
Capitol Hill

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2 people
7:00 pm
Booked 13 times today

About this restaurant

  • Great for creative cocktails
  • Good for special occasions
  • Neighbourhood gem
Serious cocktails start with gin, and at The Wells, it’s all about gin. This intimate bar offers perfectly crafted drinks—the bold and the classic, the innovative and the vintage. An elegant escape, The Wells invites you to explore the styles and varieties of gin from around the globe in a setting that feels worlds away from Washington, D.C.

Designed with deep green hues, glowing Bocci lights, and copper accents, The Wells is sultry, mysterious, and unforgettable. The menu spotlights an exceptional selection of gin alongside a full spectrum of spirits, wine, beer, and zero-proof options. While light snacks are available, the focus is on the drinks—artful, timeless, and irresistible.

Just steps from its sister restaurants, La Collina and The Duck & The Peach, it is the perfect stop for a fresh pasta dinner or a nightcap to linger over after dinner. Whether celebrating or savoring the moment, The Wells sets the stage for an unforgettable evening.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service
  • Hours of Operation
    Wed–Sat 18:00–23:00 Happy Hour Wed–Sat 17:00–18:00
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Executive Chef
    Katarina Petonito
  • Private party facilities
    Our space is available for private events Tuesday through Saturday, cocktail receptions, and birthday parties to a seated fancy dinner for 20 guests. Standing, we can accommodate up to 45 guests.
  • Private party contact
    Dora Kargbo: (202) 431-1913
  • Area
    Capitol Hill
  • Cross street
    Look for the green door between The Duck & The Peach and La Collina.
  • Parking Details
    Street Parking
  • Public transport
    Eastern Market Metro is the closest metro stop.
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Reviews

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Reviews from people who have dined at The Wells.

4.8

4.8
(22)
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.5Value

Noise • Moderate

22 Reviews
  1. Justin

    New York City2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 2
    Lovely. Dim the lights a little. Great service. Will be back

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  2. Angela

    Greater Boston2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 30 August 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This is the second time I have been to this bar, and somehow it was even better than the first time. I was with people who were not all into Gin, and they were so impressed with our drinks and the fantastic service. Will come back as soon as I am able.

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  3. Nate Gold

    Seattle / Eastern Washington6 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on 2 August 2026

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 2
    Too bright for a proper speakeasy atmosphere. Took over 30 min to get our first round of drinks and that was after asking the staff multiple times. Others who came in after us were served almost immediately. Lots of room for improvement and really drags down the experience related to Duck and the Peach

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  4. Mita

    Washington, D.C. Area1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 17 July 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Love this place- the atmosphere is chill but the focus on the how to make an excellent balanced drink come through.

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  5. Porsche

    Washington, D.C. Area10 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 10 July 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing experience! Expect to see me frequently! The craftsmanship, the knowledge and attention to detail! Superb! Best cocktails ever!

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  6. Stephanie Gold

    Washington, D.C. Area8 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on 26 June 2026

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 5
    Great but service was very very slow and we waited almost 30 minutes to get drinks.

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  7. Elizabeth

    Nashville1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 18 March 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    It was great. I love the gin drinks and that it’s ran by a woman

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  8. Mike

    London1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 5 February 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great gin bar, always happy to be back. Introduced to some interesting new-to-me gins from a chardonnay base and another one from agave.

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  9. Samantha Gold

    Washington, D.C. Area3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 30 January 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Always has amazing cocktails. Super intimate, small setting.

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  10. Amanda

    New York City3 reviews

    2.0

    Dined on 1 January 2026

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 2
    Have enjoyed visits to the Wells in the past but not the most recent one. The ambiance was bright lights and the noise level was loud and the cocktails and service left something to be desired.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service
  • Hours of Operation
    Wed–Sat 18:00–23:00 Happy Hour Wed–Sat 17:00–18:00
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Executive Chef
    Katarina Petonito
  • Private party facilities
    Our space is available for private events Tuesday through Saturday, cocktail receptions, and birthday parties to a seated fancy dinner for 20 guests. Standing, we can accommodate up to 45 guests.
  • Private party contact
    Dora Kargbo: (202) 431-1913
  • Area
    Capitol Hill
  • Cross street
    Look for the green door between The Duck & The Peach and La Collina.
  • Parking Details
    Street Parking
  • Public transport
    Eastern Market Metro is the closest metro stop.
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

FAQs

The Wells is an intimate gin bar with bar seating and a small dining area of tables, and it also accommodates private parties.

Yes, The Wells' intimate, sultry decor and expertly crafted gin cocktails make it a lovely pick for a date night.

Yes, The Wells specializes in gin and offers an extensive gin selection and gin cocktails, alongside other spirits, wine, beer, and zero‑proof options.

The Wells feels like an intimate, sultry gin bar, deep green hues, glowing Bocci lights and copper accents create a refined, speakeasy-style setting that guests frequently praise for its beautiful, thoughtfully designed space.

Yes, The Wells runs a happy hour Wednesday through Saturday from 5:00 pm to 6:00 pm.

Expect The Wells to fill up for peak visits, guests note reservations are often needed and parties have been turned away when fully booked; quieter, more relaxed evenings also happen, letting you linger over cocktails.

Business casual is the guide: aim for neat, polished attire rather than formalwear, a comfortable fit for The Wells’ casual‑elegant gin bar in Capitol Hill.

Plan a visit Wednesday through Saturday evenings, The Wells is open 6:00 pm–11:00 pm on those nights and runs happy hour from 5:00 pm–6:00 pm.

The Wells does accommodate private parties, private-party bookings are part of the bar's offering.

The Wells is open Wednesday through Saturday from 6:00 pm to 11:00 pm; happy hour is offered Wednesday–Saturday from 5:00 pm to 6:00 pm.

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The Wells

4.8
$30 and under
Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service
Capitol Hill

Make a booking

2 people
7:00 pm
Booked 13 times today
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