Tavern Second Floor Space at Shaw's Tavern

Event Space in a Pub
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Private space
520 Florida Avenue Northwest, Washington, DC 20001 –
Shaw, Washington, DC

About this space

Tavern Second Floor Space is a private event room in Shaw's Tavern centred on a long communal timber table and separated from the main bar by reclaimed sliding-panel doors that create an intimate, self-contained area.

Design: The room presents a rustic-industrial look with hardwood floors, high white walls and exposed ceiling details, mixed vintage-style seating and warm pendant and string lighting that keep the space bright but informal.

Features: A built-in PA system and speakers support music or announcements, and the room permits own music and external DJs. The space includes Wi‑Fi, air conditioning and ample natural daylight from high windows. Flexible layout options allow seated dining or a more open arrangement for socialising.

Ideal for: Small groups and teams looking for seated dinners or informal meetings in a relaxed, social setting.

What guests say: The space is cosy and characterful, balancing a buzzy, lively energy with a relaxed neighbourhood feel.


Usually booked for

Baby Shower

Typically for 35-60 guests and costs about $2,400.


"The staff and bartender were friendly and helpful. Shaw's was the perfect space for what we were looking for."

- Erica A. Apr 2025


Prices

Sunday
11:30 am – 12:00 am
from $250 hire fee + min. spend
Per session
11:30 am – 12:00 am
from $250 + $2500 hire fee + min. spend
Alcohol licence until 12:00 am. All prices include sales tax.
Monday
11:30 am – 11:00 pm
from $250 hire fee + min. spend
Per session
11:30 am – 11:00 pm
from $250 + $1000 hire fee + min. spend
Alcohol licence until 12:00 am. All prices include sales tax.
Tuesday
11:30 am – 11:00 pm
from $250 hire fee + min. spend
Per session
11:30 am – 11:00 pm
from $250 + $1000 hire fee + min. spend
Alcohol licence until 12:00 am. All prices include sales tax.
Wednesday
11:30 am – 11:00 pm
from $250 hire fee + min. spend
Per session
11:30 am – 11:00 pm
from $250 + $1000 hire fee + min. spend
Alcohol licence until 12:00 am. All prices include sales tax.
Thursday
11:30 am – 11:00 pm
from $250 hire fee + min. spend
Per session
11:30 am – 11:00 pm
from $250 + $1000 hire fee + min. spend
Alcohol licence until 12:00 am. All prices include sales tax.
Friday
11:30 am – 12:00 am
from $250 hire fee + min. spend
Per session
11:30 am – 12:00 am
from $250 + $2500 hire fee + min. spend
Alcohol licence until 12:00 am. All prices include sales tax.
Saturday
11:30 am – 12:00 am
from $250 hire fee + min. spend
Per session
11:30 am – 12:00 am
from $250 + $2500 hire fee + min. spend
Alcohol licence until 12:00 am. All prices include sales tax.
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Capacity

  • Standing
    up to 75
  • Dining
    up to 55
  • Theatre
    up to 50
  • Boardroom
    up to 30
  • Cabaret
    up to 50
  • U-Shaped
    up to 30
  • Classroom
    up to 40

Catering and drinks

In-house catering available
Venue can organise food and drink
Complimentary water
Complimentary refreshments (such as water, tea, or coffee) for guests at no extra cost
American cuisine
No external catering allowed
Venue provides alcohol
Venue can supply alcoholic beverages
No BYO alcohol allowed

Facilities

  • Wi-Fi available
  • Flatscreen TV
  • PA system / speakers Venue provides a sound system for music and announcements
  • Air conditioner
  • Natural light Room has windows or a skylight, so daylight comes in
  • Paid parking facilities available nearby
  • Restroom
  • Gender-neutral restroom
  • Unavailable: Projector
  • Unavailable: Whiteboard
  • Unavailable: Flipchart
  • Unavailable: Conference call facilities
  • Unavailable: Storage space
  • Unavailable: Quiet space
  • Unavailable: Accommodation is available on-site

Music & sound equipment

  • Play your own music Venue allows playing your own music
  • Bring your own DJ Venue allows bringing your own DJ instead
  • No noise restrictions

Accessibility

  • Unavailable: Accessible toilets
  • Unavailable: Ground level
  • Unavailable: Accessible parking spot available
  • Unavailable: Lift to all floors
  • Unavailable: Cargo lift
  • Unavailable: Wheelchair accessible

Rules of the space

Allowed events

  • No promoted and ticketed events allowed
  • No wedding licence
  • No Temporary Event Notices (TENs) available

Host rules

No smoking in the building.
Dogs allowed outside

Cancellation policy: Flexible

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Reviews and ratings

(13 reviews and ratings - )

Verified reviews come from Tagvenue users. All reviews are checked by our team to uphold our trust and safety standards.

MB
Madie B.
Verified review
Bar · 30 guests · May 2026

Space, service and ease

Nothing!

5.0
EA
Erica A.
Verified review
Baby Shower · 30 guests · April 2025

We wanted a laid back private space to host a baby shower brunch for around 30 people and Shaw's second floor space was the perfect choice. The manager communicated promptly, accommodated requests, and it was easy to finalize the specifications for the event. The prices were extremely reasonable for the area. The buffet brunch and mimosas were delicious, and the food and drinks were presented in a nice way. The space allowed everyone to comfortably mingle and enjoy themselves. We were able to control the music with our Spotify account which was a nice perk. The staff and bartender were friendly and helpful. Shaw's was the perfect space for what we were looking for.

5.0
BQ
Brendan Q.
Verified review
Bar · 40 guests · March 2025

This was a marvelous space with a very friendly staff that made for a marvelous event. Multiple friends came away considering it for events they are planning in the future. The food and drinks were great and reasonably priced! Everything worked exactly as it should have.

No complaints.

5.0
JR
Jamie R.
Verified review
Bar · 75 guests · December 2024

Excellent venue! Party went off perfectly. Staff was exceptionally kind and helpful.

5.0

FAQ

Yes. Some tables cannot be removed, but they can be pushed out of the way.

Decorations are permitted, but glitter and confetti are not allowed.

No. A laptop and HDMI cable are required to connect to the venue’s splitter and display the video on the three TVs in the main room.


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