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The Wells, Washington, DC

The Wells

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4.8 (7)
$30 and under
Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service
727 C St SE, Washington, DC 20003-4432

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 7 times today

About this restaurant

  • Great for creative cocktails
  • Innovative
  • Great for happy hour
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 6:00 pm–11:00 pm Happy Hour Wed–Sat 5:00 pm–6:00 pm
  • Website
    https://www.thewellsdc.com/
  • 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
    Natalie Walker: (202) 431-1913
  • Location
    727 C St SE, Washington, DC 20003-4432
  • Neighborhood
    Capitol Hill
  • Cross street
    Look for the green door between The Duck & The Peach and La Collina.
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Public transit
    Eastern Market Metro is the closest metro stop.
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Menu

The Wells's menu was last updated on 5/15/2025.

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What 7 people are saying

The Wells reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.4Value

Noise • Moderate

7 Reviews

  1. Michael

    Berlin3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 11, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent Gins, personal recommendations. A delight.

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    Richmond1 review

    5.0

    Dined on March 21, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    from a Gin drinker.. love this place. the staff knows their Gin. its a small place reservation are needed.

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  3. Christopher

    Richmond1 review

    5.0

    Dined on March 6, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing time, I wish they had more staff when it gets busy, it’s a must for gin drinkers.

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  4. Brooke VIP

    Washington, D.C. Area13 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on February 22, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Had an amazing after dinner cocktail here. The space is beautifully decorated and refined. The service was impeccable and the drinks are some of the best I've had in the city. I'm not a gin drinker typically and would encourage others who are not to come here and give their drinks a try. I'll definitely be back.

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  5. Catherine

    Richmond19 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on February 16, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This cocktail bar is great! Gin focused, which we knew about and is one of the reasons we came here. The space and service were really nice. It was a bit noisier than I prefer, but it's popular. Not a ton of food options, but this is a bar not a restaurant, and the food they do have was DELISH!! Lovely choice for date night.

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  6. Rylynn

    Seattle / Eastern Washington2 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on January 31, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 5
    Cocktails were good. Staff was knowledgeable on menu. Service was very slow. Strongly the door was locked so you had to request someone from the staff to let you in/out of the building.

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  7. Jennifer

    Washington, D.C. Area10 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on January 11, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I loved my drinks, appetizers, and the atmosphere. Our server was knowledgable and friendly and it was a great experience.

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FAQs

The Wells is rated 4.8 stars by 7 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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  2. United States
  3. Washington, D.C. Area
  4. District of Columbia
  5. Capitol Hill

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 7 times today
Google Map for The Wells

727 C St SE, Washington, DC 20003-4432

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Look for the green door between The Duck & The Peach and La Collina.
  • Neighborhood
    Capitol Hill
  • Hours of operation
    Wed–Sat 6:00 pm–11:00 pm Happy Hour Wed–Sat 5:00 pm–6:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Public transit
    Eastern Market Metro is the closest metro stop.
  • Executive chef
    Katarina Petonito
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Website
    https://www.thewellsdc.com/
  • 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
    Natalie Walker: (202) 431-1913
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