Thurst Lounge

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DC’s only black owned LGBTQ+ bar

Thurst has been described as a “love letter to DC’s Black Queer community.” It's the perfect place to start one’s nightlife journey. 

 

There is a downstairs area that includes a stage, comfortable seating, ideal lighting a dance floor and dj booth. They offer hookah, brunch, happy hour drinks, food, and more. Upstairs has more seating, another bar, and another DJ booth.



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