Great intimate show space to see smaller up and coming bands ... only hold about 150 people - so sold out shows are tight. Staff is super friendly. Beer is cold. Sound is good. What more could a music fan ask for Check set times though. Sometime shows are early with dance parties afterwards ...

I like going to concerts here the place has a good vibe and nice staff, the only issue I have is the way it's laid out is a bit strange the merch table is right in front of the door so you get people blocking the door trying to get merch. It's a small complaint but overall this is a good spot to go see music I really enjoyed it.

While this bar serves some up some pretty killer food, I came here primarily for the live music. The layout is similar to that of the Black Cat, with the main bar downstairs and the music venue upstairs. There are two very important differences between DC9 and the Black Cat: DC9 is smaller and has better food and a more extensive menu. I love the venue for its acoustics and atmosphere.

Came in high energy for a show. Despite being the ONLY person tipping the performers and engaging with the performance, matching their energy and being respectful, “HANNAH THE GM” said I was “too drunk to serve” after an hour. Everyone who I spoke to had said I had the same energy before I started drinking and didnt seem drunk. I was appalled because I didnt do anything wrong and she couldnt define for me what I did but only that she was using her “best judgment.” It was giving super racist undertones and as a MANAGER you should be able to back up your decisions. After that, I went downstairs and hung out with that bartender and small group down there, and everything was perfectly fine. It worries me based on the type of people that come there and for who Hannah manages. THESE MICROAGGRESSIONS IN DC ARE BRINGING DOWN THE CITY. Please do better Hannah because it is unacceptable. I will be following up with this.

Really cool club/ music venue! Love that there are 3 floors to enjoy. The bartenders and staff were very friendly. The rooftop bar was a perfect place to enjoy an appetizer before the show I was there for. The bar on the first floor is cute and clean with plenty of seating. The 2nd floor, though, was where the action was. Thought the barn door was a unique touch- wouldn't have known anything was there if I didn't see someone going in/ out before the event started! The sound during the show was better than expected for a small club! Really interesting and intimate venue to catch live music in.

I had a great experience here. I use a walker and the staff went above and beyond to help me to get upstairs to see the band. They made sure our food got to us and that I had a chair to sit in. I highly recommend this venue. I generally do not go out because not everyone is ADA compliant but DC9 is awesome! The food is fantastic as well!!!

Intimate venue and very friendly staff. I would highly recommend if you can! The tickets were shockingly affordable and the folks at the front actually checked vaccination and ID. Much appreciated.

Great place for live music. It is a really small and intimate venue which makes for a much better experience. Bouncer was really nice, drinks are averagely priced, and overall a good experience. Would come to a show here again.

This dive bar is awesome! In the summer you can relax on the 3rd fl rooftop and laugh at everyone waiting in line for the "popular" bar across the street. In the winter they have small indi bands on the second floor. Great concert space. Staff has seen it all so be respectful!

Intimate stage to see a band. Pretty groovy

I haven't been there in awhile, but went there for a memorial for a friend last month then went back later that evening for the nightlife. Every experience I have ever had there has been wonderful. Staff is excellent.

Local drag performer Domingo hosts a talent show here titled Doningø's got Talent. It is a great space for the queer community and always a fun time. Definitely worth checking out!

Tiny, but there's definitely more than meets the eye when you walk in. Came here to see a show and had no clue what to expect. Absolutely phenomenal experience though. Has a rooftop bar/smoking lounge where you can get a breath of fresh air. I will be back here, even if I'm not seeing a show. Lots of stairs!

Bill helped me out. Polite helpful.not at all like a lot of night venues similar in what's offered. Hey Willl Butler amd band definitely visit DC 9 again. Thanks

Extremely friendly staff, great atmosphere, but no way I could see of getting upstairs to watch bands if I were wheelchair bound. That being said, the sound system in the band area is excellent! Again no real complaints, just wish there were an elevator to get upstairs!

We had a great time at the Alejandro Aranda concert. There are 3 levels to the venue, with concerts being on the 2nd floor. It is standing only, but the manager was extremely accomodating to my friend and 2 others that I noticed with problems standing too long. They called in advance to work it out, and he was able to get stools. Get there early to get a good viewing spot. This night was sold out, but I still had a great view, as you see from photos. They have non alcoholic drinks at a decent price and bars on all 3 levels. Truly a fun place for a small show, but the standing for 3 hours can be rough on anyone, and the vertically challenged might have a hard time seeing. Just FYI.

Saw Bilmuri here for the first time, it was small, but accommodated the crowd well. The building is 110 yrs old and the band played on the second floor, so when everyone started jumping around you could feel the floor sag and bounce back, kinda scary but cool at the same time. Great staff , very helpful and just a fun place

Saw a show here last week and it was such a great venue! Easy to see the stage from just about anywhere and there’s two other floors that are just bar spaces. I’ll definitely be back for another concert and probably just to grab a drink at some point!

I went for a concert held here and it was amazing. The venue on the second floor is a nice size and even though the show was sold out there was a comfortable amount of space on the sides if you needed a minute. the staff was friendly and all in all they made it a great experience

We have played here half a dozen times and it has consistently been one of the most welcoming clubs in the country! I will forever look forward to coming to DC9. Also, the food slays. The chicken sandwich, red beans & rice and burgers are always great. Thank y’all and see ya soon!

Amazing burgers, great small venue for live music or DJs. Staff is fantastic!

150 person capacity venue means you can get up close to the bands but shows usually end pretty early and the beer list is not impressive by any means. The food is pretty good tho, and be sure to get their garlic fries as a side to whatever you order.

Nice atmosphere though it was so hot I had to leave early. Pretty small place overall. Very convenient to get to via Metro. Drink prices were very reasonable and the bartender was great. Didn't get a chance to try the food, but I'll be going back so hopefully I will next time.

Small venue, like 250 people. But such intimate concerts. It wss amazing

Awesome place! My brother had his wedding here and everything was wonderful. Attentive and friendly staff and the owner is a great guy.

Great bands, great dancing, and great food! The burgers are some of the most creative in the city, and they have great vegetarian and vegan options too!

In a dive bar where drinks flow cheap and sweet, And the floor quivers under dancing feet. It's charm, quite unique, Where the joyful seek, A haven where gays can move to the beat. Though the ground might sway, the spirits soar, In a place where inclusivity's core. Nightly, they dance away, Till the break of day, In a world of their own, who could ask for more?

Food is ridiculously priced- but the main draw is the artists they hold the venue for. The layout is pretty awkward, leaving artists having to push through crowds to get on stage and trapped when the set ends, and the stage is at a weird angle. Blessed be that they host good artists

Wife & kids came here for a concert & loved every bit of the experience! From the food to the bands & the bartenders . I had to work and could not attend 😪 so I guess I missed out on a great night.

Our bartender Joseph was the BEST. So accommodating despite how busy it was. 10/10 recommend!

The food was great and the people are very polite and friendly. The lights keeps dimming and brightening over and over again which was weird (😂) but the drinks ended up being so much more than expected and ruined the night.

Fun dance parties! Gets a little hot in the summer, not sure the a/c and ventilation are always great. Drinks are average. Gets crowded. You'll meet a lot of hipsters!

Be true to your bar And don’t let it down Or else it may not always be around Be true to your friends And let your friends know Without your bar you’d have no place to go Dedicated gluten free friar, good vegan options (owner is vegan), great shows, great staff, great rooftop, great vibes.

Great organic meat hamburgers. And tasty appetizers like green fried tomatoes and hush puppies with a jalapeno honey sauce. A must try.

The Best place to be

Good place. The rooftop is a great to drink and see the street.

Had son much fun for my birthday at DC9. Can’t complain, the staff was super amazing, drinks on point and the music selection was so diverse. Way to go DC9!

I first visited this bar during pride week... returned on a non-descript day of the week and was a little underwhelmed. Nonetheless, I'd consider this bar a good alternative to those of us still avoiding Nellie's.

Amazing bartenders!

Always a good time. It's cheap and pretty safe for women and queer people. Great staff.

Awesome tiny venue that features burgeoning and established independent artists. Nice little bar downstairs and another one upstairs with the stage and music setup. They also serve food, which is very handy when it's late and you've had a few. The shrimp po'boy I had could have been awesome if they sifted their cornmeal dredge and toasted the bun. As it was I had some very hard rocky bits in my shrimp breading, which is scary for someone with bad teeth like myself. Otherwise it was a welcome addition to my shwilly stomach. I've seen some great underground musicians here, and I will be back next time I'm in DC.

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Great little venue! First time there. Very intimate space with good sound and atmosphere.

a lovely small music venue with a rooftop bar for the warmer months and another bar by the entrance. i have seen some of my favorite artists here.

Awesome spot

This is a great place to see a rock show. The staff is excellent. The food is great. It's a nice intimate live experience.

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Good vibes... Loved the rooftop bar. We were the only ones but it was nice.

Little but intimate. TTNG played twice here and it was a laid back experience. Bar on every level, food always smells great, bands perform on the second level without it being over crowded! Great place to rock!

Went there for a small intimate concert. Loved the venue and the staff!!