Yep, we are open fully. Hours may change, so please see our contact page for the most current information. We have food and bar service with pick up sales at this time.
We currently offer delivery through DoorDash from 11:30 AM to 9:00 PM Monday through Thursday, and from 11:30 AM to 5:00 PM on Friday.
Yep! The starting point is located here. You can get a can or crowler of any of our beer, as well as cider, wine and more! And of course food too. You also can buy a growler here and fill it, or bring your own growler in. We fill all 32oz and 64oz growlers (except 750ml and wine bottle shape)
Yes, we offer a full menu with sharable appetizers, burgers, sandwiches and more! We also serve brunch on Saturdays and Sundays. Our menu changes seasonally. To see our Kitchen Hours and learn more, go to our Food page.
Outside Desserts Policy
With prior approval, we welcome outside desserts for birthdays and other special celebrations. To help us prepare, please email us in advance (events@redbear.beer) for approval before bringing any homemade or store-bought desserts to the brewery.
Yes we do! We currently have a patio that seats about 40 people. All seating is first come first served
We do! Happy Hour is Monday-Friday from 4:30 PM to 6:30 PM. In addition to $7 cocktails, we also offer $2 off selected appetizers including pretzels and nachos. Check out our full Happy Hour Menu.
We also have lunch specials Monday-Friday from 11:30 AM to 5:00 PM.
Yes, both in the brewery and the online store. The gift cards can only be redeemed at the brewery though.
No, we do not take any phone orders. All orders must be via the online stores or in person.
Yes, We have an online store for pick up and in person service. For in person service, there is a QR code to load up the ordering menu on your phone. All processes include payment at the end. And of course, you can order from a Bartender as well.
A wide variety of things. We sell food, wine, cider, cocktails, frozen drinks, merchandise, seltzer, hard liquor and house made root beer. This list is always expanding as well!
You can get all our beers currently on draft in growlers and 16oz cans, to go. For growlers, you can buy a new Red Bear growler on site or bring in a clean one of your own from any brewery. We do not fill 120 oz or 750ml wine bottle / narrow shaped growler bottles.
Yes! We sell a variety of our beer in 1/6 BBL and 1/2 BBL options. For more information go to the “To Go” page
We currently distribute with Capital Eagle in DC. Reach out to us at sales@redbear.beer if you’d like to get connected for a purchase. We cannot self distribute in DC. For sales in MD, please contact us as we self distribute there. We do not distribute to VA.
We do not take table reservations. For larger events (30+ guests) for our inside space, we take event requests based on availability. For more information go here. Please fill out an inquiry through our reservations page.
Dogs are welcome on our outdoor patios. Dogs must be leashed at all times and be well behaved. Dogs that are loud or causing a disruption may be asked to leave. We ask that dogs remain at your side and not block pathways or disrupt other guests.
Dogs are not allowed in our taproom or indoors, with the exception of service animals* per DC health code regulations.
*A service animal is a dog that is individually trained to do work or perform tasks for a person with a disability. (ADA) “Dogs whose sole function is to provide comfort or emotional support do not qualify as service animals under the ADA” (ADA.gov) and unfortunately are not permitted in our taproom.
Yes! We are a family-friendly brewery with some exceptions. With adult supervision, kids are allowed inside our taproom and on the patio. Kids must remain at your group’s table. In order to maintain a safe environment for everyone, children are not permitted to run around the brewery or climb on furniture. Strollers must be kept out of the aisles and walkways. We have a very limited number of high chairs, subject to availability.
We are an 18+ location after 6 PM on Friday, Saturday, and Sunday and during all events, including trivia and watch parties.
Due to health department regulations, outside food and beverages are not permitted indoors or on our patio.
Outside Desserts Policy
With advance notice, we welcome outside desserts for birthdays and other special celebrations. To help us prepare, please email us before your visit (events@redbear.beer) for approval before bringing any homemade or store-bought desserts to the brewery.
All seating is first come fist serve, we welcome you to bring your friends and celebrate, but know that there may not be seating open. We do not take individual table reservations. We do not offer cakes or other items to be made outside of our regular menu. For groups larger than 30+ please see our reservations and events page. Balloons are allowed, confetti and glitter are not.
There is bicycle parking nearby in front of REI on the plaza. Unfortunately bikes may not be parked on the patios or inside the taproom. We are not responsible for any damage or theft.
There is a parking garage at the Uline Arena where we are located, as well as plenty of street parking nearby. Also, we are just one block from the Red Line NoMa/Gallaudet Station, allowing for easy access by way of Metro. Be careful to read all parking signs, and not park in loading or commercial zones.
We serve several ciders and mead, most of which are gluten free. Please check out our food menu to discover additional gluten-free items marked [GF].
We embrace the outdoors and adventure, so we wanted our name to reflect that. We thought bears fit this well, and so made bears central to our identity. As a fun connection, it also is a term used by the gay community that describes a certain type of husky men, usually denoting an abundance of alluring body hair. Add in the “red” and you’ve got a “Ginger Bear”, which could be used to describe most of the founding team :).