Bars & Drinks in Capitol Hill
Velvet Banjo
Rates above the average for bars & drinks near Capitol Hill — one of 19 we've tracked here.
Things to Know
Velvet Banjo is a laid-back music venue and bar known for live performances and a welcoming community atmosphere, featuring a spacious layout with a patio, pool tables, and booth seating.
Reviewers love the open, well-designed space that lets you choose your experience—stay close to the live music or retreat to the quieter patio—with genuinely friendly staff and a strong local crowd.
- ✓Spacious, thoughtfully laid-out venue with separate zones for music, socializing, and quieter conversation
- ✓Regular live music and open mic nights with an engaged local crowd
- ✓Friendly, welcoming staff who make regulars and newcomers feel at home
- ✓Nice patio to escape the noise when you want it
- ✓Pool tables and booth seating add to the hangout appeal
- ⚠Street parking can be hard to find; paid lots are nearby but require payment
Based on Google reviews · AI summarized
Hours
Monday: 2:00 PM – 2:00 AM
Tuesday: 2:00 PM – 2:00 AM
Wednesday: 2:00 PM – 2:00 AM
Thursday: 2:00 PM – 2:00 AM
Friday: 2:00 PM – 2:00 AM
Saturday: 2:00 PM – 2:00 AM
Sunday: 2:00 PM – 2:00 AM
People Order
- —scones
Things To Do Nearby
What Visitors Say
MtZ Reviewz
8 months ago
It’s got a really chill vibe. They do serve a little bit of food and decent dance floor size. The pool tables don’t interrupt it. It’s a nice layout. And has a really nice patio. You can get away from the noise of the band or you can be right in it… bathrooms available upstairs. Just a pretty cool place to hang out - there’s booth seating and then regular chair seating with high tops.
kaycie clymer
2 months ago
I only stopped in briefly to see a friend play open mic night. the space is very open and I enjoyed the warm lighting. the bathrooms are upstairs and were well kept. the re-brand looks good! nice job y'all!
Jonathan Wingwood
3 months ago
This place is great. Great people and scones she is the bread winner and an amazing person. I even got a nickname while I was there and its eyes 👀 lol. This place has alot to offer. Live music, fun vibes, great people, and pop up shops.
Jason Castleberry
a year ago
This is a great bar! It looks much better than Sancho's ever did. The staff was friendly and the pool tournament was fun! I will definitely be back. Highly recommend!
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Velvet Banjo worth it in Capitol Hill?
Reviewers love the open, well-designed space that lets you choose your experience—stay close to the live music or retreat to the quieter patio—with genuinely friendly staff and a strong local crowd. Known for: live music, pool tables, and killer vibes.
What should I order at Velvet Banjo?
Popular choices at Velvet Banjo include scones.
What do visitors love about Velvet Banjo?
Spacious, thoughtfully laid-out venue with separate zones for music, socializing, and quieter conversation Regular live music and open mic nights with an engaged local crowd Friendly, welcoming staff who make regulars and newcomers feel at home Nice patio to escape the noise when you want it Pool tables and booth seating add to the hangout appeal
Is there anything to know before visiting Velvet Banjo?
Street parking can be hard to find; paid lots are nearby but require payment
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