The Pub and The People

Pub

#2 of 166 Event Space venues in Washington, DC
#3 of 156 30th Birthday Party venues in Washington, DC
  15 reviews  â€“ 
1648 North Capitol Street Northwest, Washington, DC 20002 –
Northwest, Washington, DC
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matthew murphy
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Response rate: 85%
Response time: Within 3 hours
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Excellent communication - 4.6/5
13 verified clients rated their communication with the venue manager as 4.6. They appreciated the manager's professionalism and quick response times.
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Venue overview

Trendy pub in Washington featuring a bohemian interior and a large patio perfect for relaxed gatherings. With a PA system and the option to play your own music, it’s ideal for casual parties or trivia nights.

This is an AI-generated summary based on client reviews and venue profile

Spaces for hire at The Pub and The People

Private Speakeasy Space

Function Room
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Private space
25 seats
35 standing
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Alcohol licence until 1:00 am
Unavailable: Alcohol licence extension
PA system / music speakers
Play your own music

Reviews and ratings

5.0
1 new review from verified user within the last 6 months
2 recent guests highly rated amenities, cleanliness, location, service quality and catering
Amenities
5.0
Cleanliness
5.0
Location
5.0
Service quality
5.0
Value for money
5.0
Catering
5.0
Communication
4.6

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DS
Deirdre S.
Verified review
Party · 20 guests · September 2026 · Private Speakeasy Space

It was such a perfect spot for a small number of people! It made the event intimate and fun! The decorations and the records made it even better!

5.0
IG
Ivan G.
Verified review
Excellent communication
5.0
DM
Desmond M.
Verified review
Very poor communication
1.0
EG
Emma G.
Verified review
Excellent communication
5.0

Prices and opening hours

Sunday
5:00 pm – 1:00 am
from $440 min. spend
Private Speakeasy Space
5:00 pm – 1:00 am
from $440 min. spend
Monday
5:00 pm – 1:00 am
from $440 min. spend
Private Speakeasy Space
5:00 pm – 1:00 am
from $440 min. spend
Tuesday
5:00 pm – 1:00 am
from $440 min. spend
Private Speakeasy Space
5:00 pm – 1:00 am
from $440 min. spend
Wednesday
5:00 pm – 1:00 am
from $440 min. spend
Private Speakeasy Space
5:00 pm – 1:00 am
from $440 min. spend
Thursday
6:00 pm – 1:00 am
from $550 min. spend
Private Speakeasy Space
6:00 pm – 1:00 am
from $550 min. spend
Friday
6:00 pm – 1:00 am
from $550 min. spend
Private Speakeasy Space
6:00 pm – 1:00 am
from $550 min. spend
Saturday
6:00 pm – 1:00 am
from $550 min. spend
Private Speakeasy Space
6:00 pm – 1:00 am
from $550 min. spend

Best Price guarantee: you will always pay the same price as booking directly with the venue, and we never add hidden or processing fees.

Facilities and catering options

Up to 35
standing
Up to 25
seats
In-house catering
American
cuisine
Parking available
Alcohol provided
Unavailable: External catering allowed
Unavailable: Accommodation available
Unavailable: Promoted / ticketed events
Unavailable: BYO alcohol

About The Pub and The People

The Pub and The People is a Trusted Tagvenue Partner, validated by the Tagvenue team with a record of successful bookings on the platform.

The Pub & The People is a Bloomingdale/Eckington neighborhood corner pub with delicious food and drinks, and great People!

Located at the corner of North Capitol & R Streets NW, we are a 10 minute walk from both the Noma-Gallaudet U/New York Ave (Red) Metro stop and the Shaw/Howard University (Yellow/Blue). Several bus lines run by us as and a Capital BikeShare dock is one block away.

Usually booked for
Party

Typically for 20-30 guests and costs about $1,000.


"It was such a perfect spot for a small number of people! It made the event intimate and fun!"

- Deirdre S. Sep 2026

FAQ

Separate tabs are not a problem, but the venue needs to be aware in advance.

Cancellations 7 days in advance will receive a full refund.

Cancellations 7 days to 24 hours in advance will receive a 50% refund.

Cancellations for events starting within 24 hours are non-refundable.

At The Pub and The People, the following catering options are available:

  • In-house catering service is available

  • Paid parking facilities are available nearby

Here are some event spends from guests who recently held events at The Pub and The People:

  • Private Speakeasy Space hosting 20 guests: $725

For detailed pricing tailored to your event, please contact the venue.

The Pub and The People is located at 1648 North Capitol Street Northwest, in Northwest, Washington, DC.

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