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McClellan's Retreat Craft Cocktails in Dupont Circle
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Welcome to McClellan's Retreat, a place to retire, retreat, a place to saddle up to the bar and enjoy a lovingly made cocktail, a strong drink, a savory snack and a bit of conversation. If you squint just right, you will notice that you stand in the shadows of McClellan's statue directly up the block. Former members of his army commissioned the statue, mostly in gratitude for not pressing them into battle and not getting them shot. So raise your mug to the man and say, "Salute!"

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What a frightfully fun night. 👻🎃🥃 A huge thank you to everyone who joined us for BOOS & BOOZE, our Annual Halloween Part...
11/01/2026

What a frightfully fun night. 👻🎃🥃 A huge thank you to everyone who joined us for BOOS & BOOZE, our Annual Halloween Party and Costume Contest!

A special congratulations to our Costume Contest winner, who dressed as Patricia Moyer from Widow’s Bay! 🏆

Thanks for celebrating Halloween with us. Until next year! 🦇

10/24/2026

Join us for Boos & Booze, our Halloween Party & Costume Contest on Saturday, October 31, from 8PM to Midnight!

Your $85 ticket includes unlimited cocktails* and snacks, plus a costume contest with prizes for the best dressed. All costumes are welcome, with a special prize category for Clue-themed costumes.

Space is limited, so grab your tickets through the link in our bio.

*Unlimited cocktails exclude General's Reserve selections and McClellan's Manhattan. Must be 21+.

10/16/2026

Gotta get down on Friday. Spend yours out on our patio tonight!

Cheers to the weekend! 🍹🥃🍸 Grab the crew and raise a glass -- whatever your drink of choice, we've got something for eve...
10/09/2026

Cheers to the weekend! 🍹🥃🍸 Grab the crew and raise a glass -- whatever your drink of choice, we've got something for everyone!

Our tribute to the legendary Tim Curry, the 𝐖𝐚𝐝𝐬𝐰𝐨𝐫𝐭𝐡 brings together Elvelo Blanco Tequila, Del Maguey Vida Mezcal, Lo-...
10/08/2026

Our tribute to the legendary Tim Curry, the 𝐖𝐚𝐝𝐬𝐰𝐨𝐫𝐭𝐡 brings together Elvelo Blanco Tequila, Del Maguey Vida Mezcal, Lo-Fi Dry Vermouth, housemade tomato cheong, and a splash of house brine for a savory twist on an up cocktail. ICYMI, for every one sold, we’re giving $1 to PBS in his honor.

Part of our McCLUEllan’s cocktail menu, available through October!

Start the week with a little Monday Funday at McClellan's Retreat!
10/05/2026

Start the week with a little Monday Funday at McClellan's Retreat!

It was McClellan’s. With the cocktails. On Movie Night. 🔎 Join us for a night of murder, mystery, and Clue The Movie!CLU...
10/02/2026

It was McClellan’s. With the cocktails. On Movie Night. 🔎 Join us for a night of murder, mystery, and Clue The Movie!

CLUE MOVIE NIGHT
October 18 | 4–8PM

$45 per person
Includes 2 cocktails from the McCluellan’s Menu
Plus your choice of 1 snack:
Popcorn, Snack Mix, or Cheddar Whales

THE EVIDENCE
Doors open at 4PM
Clue begins at approximately 5PM

RSVP: https://www.mcclellansretreat.com/special-event

𝐁𝐢𝐥𝐥𝐢𝐚𝐫𝐝𝐬 𝐑𝐨𝐨𝐦The gathering place throughout the movie with all of the wacky characters was the inspiration for this tro...
09/24/2026

𝐁𝐢𝐥𝐥𝐢𝐚𝐫𝐝𝐬 𝐑𝐨𝐨𝐦

The gathering place throughout the movie with all of the wacky characters was the inspiration for this tropical cocktail. A mix of some things that seem right, and some that don’t just like them. We’ve got Hamilton Black Pot Still Jamaican & Cruzan Black Strap Rums, Ancho Reyes Chile & Giffard Caribbean Pineapple Liqueurs, House Made Cinnamon Syrup, Lime Juice, and Angostura Cocoa Bitters all working together just like our players seemed to be.

One of our McCLUEllan’s cocktails available now through October!

𝗥𝗲𝘃𝗼𝗹𝘃𝗲𝗿You can’t exactly have a Clue menu without a Revolver on it. Admittedly, this is an old classic that we like mos...
09/22/2026

𝗥𝗲𝘃𝗼𝗹𝘃𝗲𝗿

You can’t exactly have a Clue menu without a Revolver on it. Admittedly, this is an old classic that we like most of the time anyway. Old Forester Rye, Luxardo Espresso Liqueur, Orange Bitters served over a big cube. We hope you enjoy this Improved Cocktail as much as we enjoyed the movie.

One of our McCLUEllan’s cocktails available now through October!

𝗠𝗿𝘀. 𝗪𝗵𝗶𝘁𝗲The nuclear physicist husband of Mrs. White inspired this drink to a degree. We really got our science on crea...
09/17/2026

𝗠𝗿𝘀. 𝗪𝗵𝗶𝘁𝗲

The nuclear physicist husband of Mrs. White inspired this drink to a degree. We really got our science on creating it. Cream Cheese densed St. George All Purpose Vodka steeped with Everything Bagel Seasoning provides the flavorful base. Then we put some Baguette Liqueur and House Made Oleo Saccharum into the tin. Finishing with just a bit of MSG for umami and to pull “everything” together. Shaken and served over a big cube, we’re certain you won’t be screaming, “I hate her sooooo much!” by the end of it.

One of our McCLUEllan’s cocktails available now through October!

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2031 Florida Avenue NW
Washington D.C., DC
20009

Opening Hours

Monday 5pm - 11pm
Tuesday 4pm - 11pm
Wednesday 4pm - 11pm
Thursday 4pm - 11pm
Friday 4pm - 11:30pm
Saturday 4pm - 11:30pm
Sunday 3pm - 10:30pm

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