All Visitor Reviews for Halo Lounge (16 reviews)

this is probably the hippest gay bar in dc, located on a brand new strip of restaurants, cafes, bars, shops and clubs in logan circle, directly across from the whole foods. a natty, cute crowd of 30-somethings buying expensive drinks. but it can be a bit overdone in terms of decour and a bit unfriendly, as bars like this tend to be.

I thought I was back at XL in NYC... nice space, good lighting, HOT staff. This is a place for pretty people and their admirers... and all those in between too. Drinks are expensive, but I get that... I wish they had little hooks or something for coats in the bar area... i don't like standing and holding... standing and posing... sure.... but i want to put my coat down.

Halo is a great little lounge in the emerging Logan Circle area of DC. On a Tuesday night, the crowd was cute and chatty, but there weren't too many people to make the small place feel claustrophobic. The super hot bartenders made good drinks, although the orders weren't exactly right... but who can complain to someone that gorgeous? My only critique: it's starting to be cooler out, and there's nowhere to hang one's coat, so everyone either kept their coats on slung them over their arms... I hung mine from an easel.

This place is stylish, friendly and the drinks are the best. I think Halo has the best drink menu of all DC gay bars and clubs. They encourage the bartenders the be creative. The bartenders are super nice. My friends and I hate that Victor is no longer there, but we are still regulars. John and Carlos are our new favorite bartenders. They are good guys. Halo is a must when you visit DC.

The staff was nice and very correct, the drinks (I had dry martinis and cosmos) well prepared, generous (in size and alcohol contains) but slightly overpriced. In all a very nice place with kinna relaxed ambiance. Definitively not a cruising place, mostly couples or groups of friends. Nice music. My only regret, while there, we all learnt about the death of Jacko, and more importantly: of Farrah Fawcett.

Went there twice during my last visit. The bartenders are super nice, and the drinks are really good, although pricey. The music is good and its a nice, trendy bar. However, what's up with the attitude? I'm not the best looking guy, but I hold my own and am friendly. There were some pretty unattractive guys in there that truly thought they were it. Don't get me wrong, plenty of friendly people. There's that group though, that is pretty pretentious and push people out of the way. You know what daddy says about pretention......

my favorite bar in DC. Love the chill environment and 2 for 1 specials during happy hour. Their mojitos are to die for. I encourage people to go with a friend and chill on the couches. Not really a meet up spot. Also extra points to the bartender for carding me. I really felt like I was 18 again.

Okay, HALO is nice, upscale, flashy, has good looking patrons and employees. However around 11pm at night try to walk by without being assaulted by some annonymous person. I mean if you are going to touch me...you think you can ask first and see if I am willing? Other than the molestation, I would recommend HALO if you are in the mood for a lounge type of evening. HALO is NOT for dancing! BEWARE.

I honestly find this place incredibly rude and pretentious. The staff are incredibly rude and the patrons are covered in so much foundation its hard to really "see them." The drinks are soo $$ too..I mean if I'm gonna spend over 10 dollars for a drink I think I should at least feel respected as a customer. If you like bright lights and attitude then this is your place but honestly I'm more of a chilled guy that prefers real down to earth guys around me.

It is nice to see that a bar took the time to listen to its patrons and give something back. Halo is changing it up a bit and bringing that upscale flavor back to Dupont.They have the best deals in town for happy hour, i meet the nicest people there and it is cleeeaan. finally

my title says it all.

Halo draws a slightly older, professional crowd; 30-something twink-type. You might meet someone interesting, but dress well and bring a business card - it's expected. To do otherwise is to invite scorn. While the place has a pleasant and clean feel, it is also snobish and pretentious. The perfect metaphor for DC itself.

I'm a Montrealer often visiting Washington DC on business trips and never fail to stop by Halo. Very trendy, clean martini bar. Only downside is that it is very difficult to meet people there. Seems everyone is going there in groups of people making it difficult to mix in.

Halo is likely the trendiest bar in the DC area. Attracting a well dressed set, this 2 story facility has strong 2 for 1 drink and speciality drink offerings. It's a short walking distance to other bars and restaurants. Halo typically offers a mixed white & ethnic group with Friday & Saturdays tending more to ethnic groups. Weekend nights get extremely crowded, making this less enjoyable. Remember no smoking policy in DC bars.

Great atmosphere. Nice and friendly people. Been and will be back! Drinks dont empty your pockets! if the hip hop floor doesnt suit you, try the techno floor upstairs!

I stopped in at Halo for a drink on my recent visit to DC. It has two floors (a bar on each floor) and attracts a 20-30-somthing crowd. There are great couches to sit and chat with friends, but I found it hard to meet new people here. Everyone seemed to be locked in their own private conversation. The biggest negative: the place is all white, but they project colored blue, green and red lights on the walls/ceiling, so it was dark, but not really in a good way. I'd only stop in again if I was with friends.