Uproar Lounge & Restaurant

Let's be clear...as Thee Femme Food Critic...I was told this Bear Bar was becoming a pinnacle of DC nightlife. Sooo, I had to see for myself. Here's the tea add your fixings:Food: They are the last of food specials on the Florida Ave. NW/U Street corridor. On a Thursday night, they have $3 rail and $6 burgers . Service: It's clear that this venue only hires people who want to be here. It serves commUNITY for and by commUNITY. AMBIANCE: I love diversity. It gives just that. The karaoke is cute and a half. I appreciate KJ Symphonee as the ONLY Black Queer Femme KJ in the city. I'd say it's worth looking into.

Had a great time here with friends. They had an amazing drag show. Staff were very friendly, drinks were good. Didnt get a chance to hang out downstairs but will definitely try next time.

Such a fun spot for karaoke and happy hour on Thursdays! Karaoke starts at 8! Super friendly and attentive bar tender and chill vibes. Drinks are only $3!!!!!!

Great Summer and Spring roof top bar. I've only went for drinks with friends. The service was good and most of the bartenders were very friendly.

The staff is nice. The management just seems a bit....interesting. I am certain the rooftop closure BS will happen again come fall and I will simply not go there for large events.

Uproar is the hidden gay gem of the U street corridor area. People often don't walk down Florida Ave to the little collection of bars and restaurants that are right off U street. Uproar is a very diverse experience, catering to the gays from all walks of life. They have a very inclusive and inviting environment that is perfect for anyone and everyone. Uproar has many different areas to fit your vibe. They have a chill bar area. They have a loud and proud dance area with a DJ. They have a MASSIVE rooftop area. It's all there!They host a lot of events like drag nights, viewing parties, benefits, leather nights, ect. It is always a good time with strong drinks and great music. They also have a bar food selection. Happy hour on their rooftop is simply amazing.

To the woman security guard - I cannot believe your behavior towards LGBTQIA men in your space. She was RUDE and unwilling to hear from any of us who are sober and willing to speak to you. Instead, you called security and kicked us out. I always thought of Uproar as a safe space but honestly, I feel UNSAFE with that woman security guard with the glasses. I understand you have a job to do. I am not fighting against that. But your unwillingness to hear us out was truly damaging. I really hope things change... I would hate to feel unsafe in an lgbtqui space again. I tried talking to her and she would not listen. Everyone I know will be hearing about this. So sad.

Such a fun vibe on a Saturday. The line to get upstairs is so dumb though - they make the line long so it looks trendy. The line is on the second story beneath some CRAZY LOUD speakers. I wish I has earplugs for that. The bathrooms were gross and a bit ridiculous with the bouncer for them - but we had a great time once we got upstairs. I like that there's no smoking allowed upstairs (which is outdoors).

Love the service and people here at uproar! Not a lot of parking in the area I would take an Uber if you can afford to. We went on a Sunday night have a drink and dance and I have to say I had a fun time my first time here. The bartenders and the guy that works the door were very friendly to us. The bar has 3 different levels and there's bars on each level I would say the middle floor is the main floor with the DJ booth and bathrooms. If I'm ever back in DC I know this is a good place to go have a drink. And let me mention it is a gay bar.

I love the ambience and the food is tasty and moderately priced. However, in my opinion, the roof deck area is what makes Uproar unique. The deck provides a great view of U Street and makes a nice environment to meet old friends and make new ones. Uproar comes closest to a 'bear' bar since the closing of the DC Eagle on New York Avenue in that it is the only bar in Washington that openly welcomes and acknowledges the bear community. 4 stars ****