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18th & U Duplex Diner

(53 Ratings)
Kitschy 50s diner with diverse crowd
The diner food and booze at Duplex brings in DC's A-list crowd. Decorated with knick-knacks and memorabilia—it's a kitsch lover's paradise. Situated between the gay Dupont hood and the trendy/gay Adams Morgan. Catch DC gay celebs like blogger Andrew Sullivan and Barney Frank here in the city where politics never stops.


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Reviews

sstjr
sstjr
Over a year ago

where was everyone

went there today for lunc after 1 pm it was closed, no hours posted on the door either, heard great things, was dissappointed


musicman013
musicman013
Over a year ago

nice vibe

great food paired with good service (the attractive guys are a nice plus as well)


msj558
msj558
Over a year ago

Thursday Nights for cocktails

Yep it's a big click but the guys are cute (if you like clean cut guys) and I had no problem striking up a conversation. The tables are put away on Thursday nights after dinner and the place becomes a big ole gay bar. Check it out.


rswallis
rswallis
Over a year ago

Best of Both Worlds

A gay bar and a fun diner with a vintage look and feel? That's a winning combination. Everyone is welcome and the food is comfort-based; don't go if you're on a diet. Every table gets a bowl of pickles to munch on...unique! And the tater tots and fish and chips have me going back when I need my fried food kick.


OthelloAnton
OthelloAnton
Over a year ago

EVERY Time

I've been here on various occasions and it was a disaster! The crowd is one big click that, trust me, you won't fit into. I actually personally know everyone on my FaceBook Friends List and have had no problem making friends since moving to DC. Thankfully, I didn't start here!


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