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Important Moments In Dive Bar History: Dan's Cafe Opens

In 1965, Dan's Cafe opened in Adams Morgan and not much has changed since then. Perhaps the diviest of dives, Dan's claim to fame is their unique, DIY liquor delivery. Shots come in a squeeze bottle, and an order a gin and tonic comes with a tall glass of gin, small bottles of tonic, a bucket of ice, and glasses.