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Washington D.C., Washington D.C.
Gay-friendly American gastropub with patio in Shaw
American gastropub on Florida Avenue in D.C.'s Shaw neighborhood, known for a seasonal menu that blends comfort-food staples with Southern-inflected dishes. The exposed-brick interior and spacious outdoor patio make it a popular brunch destination, especially on weekends. Shaw's Tavern draws a mixed crowd from the neighborhood and beyond. The second floor hosts private events, and the bar keeps a solid craft-beer rotation. A gay-friendly go-to in a walkable stretch of Shaw, a few blocks from the U Street corridor.
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