Opening hours
Closed · opens tomorrow 5:00 PM
| Monday | Closed |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | Closed |
| Wednesday | 5:00 PM – 10:00 PM |
| Thursday | 5:00 PM – 2:00 AM |
| Friday | 5:00 PM – 3:00 AM |
| Saturday | 5:00 PM – 3:00 AM |
| Sunday | 5:00 PM – 10:00 PM |
Local time in Washington: 10:17 PM (EST). Holiday hours may differ – call (202) 319-9700 to confirm.
Location & directions
1334 U Street NorthwestWashington, DC 20009
About The Alchemist
The Alchemist is a bar you'll find at 1334 U Street Northwest in Washington, District of Columbia. Our Washington guide covers 2,052 food and drink spots, and this is one of them.
The Alchemist is open 5 days a week, usually 5:00 PM – 10:00 PM (closed Monday and Tuesday). Night owls can stop by until 3:00 AM on Thursday, Friday, and Saturday.
For questions or orders, call (202) 319-9700.
Quick facts
- Category
- Bar
- Address
- 1334 U Street Northwest, Washington, DC 20009
- Phone
- (202) 319-9700
- Hours
- Open 5 days a week, usually 5:00 PM – 10:00 PM (closed Monday and Tuesday)
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Popular times
Usually busiest around 9 PM on Fridays; one of the quieter times is around 1 AM on weekdays.
Based on typical visit patterns for bars and this venue’s opening hours.
How the hours compare
We compared The Alchemist’s weekday schedule with 67 other bars in Washington. On a typical weekday it opens at 5:00 PM, close to the local norm of 5:00 PM and closes at 10:00 PM, earlier than most (typical closing time: 12:00 AM).
In total it is open about 39 hours a week, 21 hours fewer than the local median of 60. 88% of bars in Washington open on Sundays, and The Alchemist is one of them.
Compared with 67 other bars in Washington that list their hours in our guide.
Typical prices for bars across the US
Based on 108 menus with 1,803 priced items from bars across the US, the median menu item costs $10.00, and half of all items are priced between $6.50 and $14.00.
We don’t have The Alchemist’s own menu on file yet, so use these figures as a guide to what bars across the US typically charge.
| Item | On menus | Typical price |
|---|---|---|
| Onion Rings | 20% | $7.00 |
| Cheeseburger | 16% | $9.50 |
| Chicken Strips | 14% | $7.88 |
| Grilled Cheese | 13% | $6.75 |
| Mozzarella Sticks | 13% | $7.37 |
| Blt | 13% | $9.95 |
| Chicken Tenders | 12% | $8.00 |
| Chef Salad | 12% | $12.20 |
Calculated from 108 menus in our guide. Prices vary by location and change over time.
What bars usually offer
Across 153 bars in our guide with detailed profiles:
- 94% offer delivery
- 77% have dine-in seating
- 76% take reservations
Ask The Alchemist directly at (202) 319-9700 to confirm which of these it offers.
The neighborhood
Within a 10-minute walk (half a mile) of The Alchemist there are 143 other places to eat and drink in our guide, and 570 within one mile. By type, the places within a mile include Bars & Pubs (107), Cafes & Coffee (79), Pizza (40), and Mexican & Tex-Mex (35).
Competition is strong: 75 other bars are within a mile and 147 within three miles. The closest is Hawthorne, < 0.1 mi away.
260 places within a mile stay open until 10 PM or later on at least one night a week, so this is a good area for a late meal.
Nearest places of other kinds
- PizzaJumbo Slice Pizza< 0.1 mi
- Chicken & WingsLucky Pollo Peruvian Chicken< 0.1 mi
- Burgers & Fast FoodJJ's Cheesesteaks< 0.1 mi
- Sandwiches & DelisSubway< 0.1 mi
- Bakeries & DessertsDunkin'< 0.1 mi
What to expect at a bar
Bars and pubs cover everything from neighborhood dives and sports bars to cocktail lounges, wine bars, brewpubs and taprooms. Many serve food – burgers, wings, pub fare or a full kitchen – while others offer little beyond snacks or host food trucks.
What to order
- Local beer on draft – especially at brewpubs and taprooms
- A house cocktail – cocktail bars often have signature drinks
- Wings or nachos – classic bar food
- Pub burger – often one of the best-value meals in town
Good to know
- Bring a valid photo ID – it may be checked even if you look over 21.
- Kitchens often close earlier than the bar.
- Plan a safe ride home; rideshare pickup points are common outside busy bars.
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Frequently asked questions
What are The Alchemist's opening hours?
Open 5 days a week, usually 5:00 PM – 10:00 PM (closed Monday and Tuesday). Monday: Closed; Tuesday: Closed; Wednesday: 5:00 PM – 10:00 PM; Thursday: 5:00 PM – 2:00 AM; Friday: 5:00 PM – 3:00 AM; Saturday: 5:00 PM – 3:00 AM; Sunday: 5:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
Is The Alchemist open on Sunday?
Yes, The Alchemist is open on Sundays: 5:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
Where is The Alchemist located?
The Alchemist is located at 1334 U Street Northwest, Washington, DC 20009.
What is the phone number of The Alchemist?
You can call The Alchemist at (202) 319-9700.
Is The Alchemist open late?
Yes – The Alchemist is open until 10 PM or later on Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday.
What else is near The Alchemist?
There are 570 other places to eat and drink within a mile of The Alchemist. Nearby options include Jumbo Slice Pizza (< 0.1 mi), Lucky Pollo Peruvian Chicken (< 0.1 mi), and JJ's Cheesesteaks (< 0.1 mi).
Are there other bars near The Alchemist?
75 other bars within a mile. The closest is Hawthorne, < 0.1 mi away.
How much do bars across the US cost?
Based on 108 menus with 1,803 priced items from bars across the US, the median menu item costs $10.00, and half of all items are priced between $6.50 and $14.00.
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