The Sovereign
A Belgian bar & bistro committed to celebrating the rustic cuisine and fabled brewing culture of Bel.
The Sovereign is a Belgian bar and bistro committed to celebrating the rustic cuisine and fabled brewing culture of Belgium. Located in the vibrant Georgetown neighborhood of Washington, D.C., the Sovereign's kitchen is led by Executive Chef Peter Smith, whose classic, ingredient-driven Belgian dishes draw on French, German, and Dutch cooking techniques and traditions. Specially sourced Dutch-styl
06/09/2026
Join us at The Sovereign for EAT250: America at The Table!
From Sunday, June 14th - Sunday, June 28th, we're offering any of our Mussel pots (1.5 pounds!) + any of our Belgian drafts for just $25. Grab a reservation at the link in bio or just join us at one of our two bars - we'll take care of the rest!
The Sovereign Mussels + Draft Beer Special
Get a 1.5 pound pot of mussels (choice of Belgian-style, Mariniere, Saffron, or Curry) + any of our 50 Belgian draft beers for just $25.
06/05/2026
SOVEREIGN WORLD CUP SPECIALS: $6 BRUGSE ZOT BLOND ALE DRAFTS & ½ PRICE MUSSELS FOR ALL BELGIUM & US MATCHES
World Cup 2026: Beginning Friday, June 12th
Join The Sovereign throughout the FIFA World Cup 2026 as we cheer on the United States and Belgium with beer, mussels, and plenty of matchday energy!
For every U.S. and Belgium World Cup game, we’ll be offering $6 De Halve Maan Brugse Zot Blonde and half-priced mussels. Whether you’re backing the Stars and Stripes, the Red Devils, or just looking for an excuse to post up with a Belgian beer and a bowl of mussels, we’ll have you covered!
There is no admission fee for these events. Specials will be available during the featured matches listed below.
THE FEATURED MATCH LIST
Fri. June 12 - USA vs. Paraguay @ 9pm
Mon. June 15 - Belgium vs. Egypt @ 3pm
Fri. June 19 - USA vs. Australia @ 3pm
Sun. June 21 - Belgium vs. Iran @ 3pm
Thurs. June 25 - Türkiye vs. USA @ 10pm
Fri. June 26 - New Zealand vs. Belgium @ 11pm
Additional knockout round matches will be added if the U.S. or Belgium advance.
05/19/2026
MEMORIAL DAY AT THE SOVEREIGN: OPENING EARLY AT NOON WITH $6 DRINKS + SNACKS ALL DAY!
Kick off Memorial Day the right way — with $6 beers, wines, bites, and cocktails at The Sovereign.
Join us upstairs starting at noon for an extended happy hour that's worth raising a glass to.🍻
04/30/2026
Mother's Day Brunch at The Sovereign: Featuring Bubbles & Bouquets!
The Sovereign | 1206 Wisconsin Ave NW
Sunday, May 10th | 11:00am - 3:00pm
Reservations Available at Link in Bio!
This Mother’s Day, gather the family and join us at The Sovereign for a brunch celebration as elegant as Mom is. We’ll be serving our classic brunch menu filled with rich, comforting favorites and Belgian-inspired delights.
To make the day even more special, every mom will be treated to a complimentary glass of Sparkling Rosé, Cherry Beer, or Non-Alcoholic Cocktail, along with a beautiful dried flower bouquet — our way of saying thank you for everything she does.
Whether it’s her first Mother’s Day or her fiftieth, she deserves a meal that’s as thoughtful and memorable as she is. Reservations are strongly encouraged — reserve your table today for a morning worth remembering!
04/28/2026
A HUGE THANKS to Brasserie Cantillon, all of our guests, and our incredible staff for the BEST ZWANZE DAY yet at The Sovereign!
We're so honored to showcase these wonderful lambics - and both were exceedingly delicious, complex and memorable once again this year. Cheers to Jean Van Roy, the Van Roy family, and Brasserie Cantillon!
We cherish this day of lambic for the remarkable offerings, of course, but also for the sense of community and fellowship it brings. Hosting so many friends, new and old, is a gift. We look forward to many more Zwanze Days at The Sovereign!
Brasserie Cantillon
04/23/2026
GEORGETOWN FRENCH MARKET WEEKEND AT THE SOVEREIGN
The Sovereign
Friday, April 24th - Sunday, April 26th
Je t'aime Georgetown!
The 23rd annual Georgetown French Market is sure to be magnifique!
Join us at Sovereign all weekend long for our deep French wine list and a host of French draft beers and ciders! Starting Friday, April 24th and stretching through Sunday, April 26th, we’re featuring a list of selected French offerings for just $7!
The Georgetown BID is hosting their 23rd annual Georgetown French Market April 24-26, 2026. This popular open-air market – originally inspired by those often seen in France – will feature sidewalk sales and specials from more than 40 locally-owned boutiques, cafés and galleries along Wisconsin Avenue from O St to Reservoir Rd, plus live music, stilt walkers, face painting, a mime and more. Neighborhood restaurants will also offer food and drink specials featuring French cuisine and beyond – from pastries, croissants, and macarons, to lunch items grilled outside, and wine discounts.
THE FRENCH BEER, CIDER & WINE FEATURE LIST
BEER - $7
- AU BARON NOBLESSE OBLIGE: SAISON - HAUTS-DE-FRANCE
- THIRIEZ BON ENTONNEMENT: SAISON - HAUTS-DE-FRANCE
- THIRIEZ L'AMBRÉE D'ESQUELBECQ: BIÈRE DE GARDE - HAUTS-DE-FRANCE
- THIRIEZ WINTER PEPPER: STRONG PALE ALE - HAUTS-DE-FRANCE
CIDER $7
- AVAL ROSÉ: FRENCH CIDER - BRETAGNE
- ERIC BORDELET POIRÉ AUTHENTIQUE: PEAR CIDER - PAYS DE LA LOIRE
WINE $7
- BUBBLES
maison salasar, carte azur, crémant de limoux brut, chenin blanc / pinot noir, limoux, france, nv
- CHARDONNAY
domaine de la motte, languedoc-roussillon, france, 2024
- ROSÉ
pigoudet, premier rosé, provence, france, 2025
- RED BLEND
laurent miquel, syrah, grenache, pays d'oc, france, 2024
04/22/2026
Zwanze Day reminder 🍻
This Saturday -- doors at 10AM, Zwanze beers at 3PM.
You already know the deal... Come early, stay late !
04/22/2026
A CELEBRATION OF FRENCH FARMHOUSE ALE FEATURING LA MALPOLON!
Thursday, May 7th | 5:00pm - Close
Join The Sovereign on Thursday, May 7th, as we feature Brasserie La Malpolon. On this night, we will celebrate French farmhouse ales by pouring 3 drafts from this modern craft brewery from Lavérune, France!
This special event is organized by La Malpolon to celebrate rustic French farmhouse beers. Located near Montpellier, in the heart of the Languedoc vineyard, La Malpolon has been brewing some of the finest farmhouse beers and grape ales in France since 2018. Using exclusively local, independent artisan malts, European hops, locally sourced unprocessed fruits and plants, and a cellar of around sixty barrels, they take a strong terroir-driven approach to brewing.
Don’t miss your chance to try this special lineup of beers, and take home some limited edition glassware!
There is no admission fee for this event. All featured beers will be available a la carte.
THE FEATURED BEER LIST
L'Heure D'Été (Bière de Mars w/ Whole Cone Triskel & Aramis Hops)
Saison Du Chai 2025 (Oak BA Saison)
Saison Maison #4 (Mixed Fermentation Saison w/ Triskel & Glacier Hops)
04/13/2026
GUIDED TRAPPIST ALE TASTINGS WITH GREG ENGERT!
Saturday, May 2nd & Sunday, May 3rd | 12:00 PM - 3:00 PM | $55
Tickets Available at Link in Bio
On Saturday, May 2nd, and Sunday, May 3rd, The Sovereign will host two private guided tastings of Trappist Ales. Our very own Greg Engert, NRG Beverage Director, will lead you through 9 of his favorite Trappist Ales.
Trappist beer must be brewed by, or under the direct supervision of, monks belonging to the Cistercians of the Strict Observance (the Trappist order), within the walls of a Trappist monastery, and in accordance with strict standards set by the International Trappist Association (ITA). Over time, the number of Trappist breweries has fluctuated. There are currently 8 active Trappist breweries in the world.
Together, we will explore a range of Trappist ales, including a 3-year vertical tasting of Orval. Tickets are $55 per guest, excluding taxes and fees. The private tastings begin at 12:00 PM both days. Each guest will receive nine (9) taster pours of Trappist ale.
THE GUIDED TASTING BEER LIST
Chimay 175 Anniversary (Blond Ale; Draft)
Chimay Premiere Red (Dubbel; Cans)
Orval 2023 (Mixed Fermentation Ale; Bottle)
Orval 2024 (Mixed Fermentation Ale; Bottle)
Orval 2024 (Mixed Fermentation Ale; Bottle)
Rochefort 10 (Quadrupel; Bottle)
Rochefort Trappist Tripel Extra (Tripel; Bottle)
Westmalle Extra (Singel; Bottle)
Westmalle Tripel (Tripel; Bottle)
04/03/2026
CANTILLON ZWANZE DAY 2026!
Saturday, April 25th
🍺10:00am - Doors Open for Rare Cantillon Drafts, Bottles & Retail + Zwanze Ticket Sales
🍺3:00pm - Zwanze Beer Tapping
The Sovereign is honored to join the best beer bars and breweries from across the globe in hosting Cantillon's prestigious Zwanze Day!
The Zwanze 2026 beers (yes, there are 2 this year!) will be served at 3 PM, as we join the other Zwanze Day locations in a worldwide toast.
For this year’s Zwanze beers, Cantillon worked with Vermouth Sullivan. Artémis La Blanche, is a blend of a dry, white Vermouth with Lambic. Artémis La Rouge, is a blend of a sweet, red Vermouth with Kriek.
We will also feature 9 additional Cantillon drafts along with a selection of Cantillon bottles, and a limited amount of lambic gift sets. Zwanze Day shirts and glassware will also be available.
All Cantillon drafts will be available at 10 AM, except for the Zwanze beers, which will be served at 3 PM. There is no admission fee for this event. Zwanze pours and seating will be available on a first-come, first-serve basis.
ZWANZE BEERS
Zwanze 2026: Artémis La Blanche
Zwanze 2026: Artémis La Rouge
DRAFT LIST
Chenin Blanc '25
Gueuze '25
Fou’ Foune '25
Kriek '25
Nath '24
Rosé de Gambrinus '25
Saint Gilloise '25
Saint Lamvinus '25
Vigneronne '25
BOTTLE LIST - Available for Dine-In Only
20 Ans D'Amitié '18
50°N-4°E '20
Bruocsella Grand Cru '18
Citoyen du Monde '15
Gueuze '04
Gueuze '10
Gueuze 100% Lambic Bio '05
Cuvée Saint-Gilloise '13
Fou ‘Foune '12
Fou ‘Foune '16
Iris Vintage '04
Iris '12
Kriek '11
Lambic D'Aunis '17
Lou Pepe Gueuze Reserve '15
Lou Pepe Kriek Reserve '10
Mamouche Reserve '14
Rosé de Gambrinus '11
Saint Lamvinus '12
Vigneronne '15
GIFT SETS - Available for To-Go Only
Pack #1
Cantillon Bruocsella Grand Cru '22
Cantillon Sang Bleu '25
Tilquin Riesling '21/'22
Pack #2
Cantillon Ashanti '25
Cantillon Rosé de Gambrinus '23
Drie Fonteinen Cuvée Armand & Gaston '17/'18
Pack #3
Cantillon Gueuze '24
Cantillon Fou ‘Foune '25
Tilquin Pinot Gris '20/'21
Pack #4
Cantillon Kriek '23
Cantillon Saint Lamvinus '24
Drie Fonteinen Pruim Belle de Louvain '21/'22
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1206 Wisconsin Avenue NW
Washington D.C., DC
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Opening Hours
| Monday | 5pm - 10pm |
| Tuesday | 5pm - 1am |
| Wednesday | 5pm - 1am |
| Thursday | 5pm - 1am |
| Friday | 5pm - 2am |
| Saturday | 11am - 2am |
| Sunday | 11am - 10pm |