Singing Tiger Roars Into Union Market with Karaoke, Cocktails & Crave-Worthy Bites

Washingtonians know that a good night out doesn’t start and stop with just dinner or drinks. It’s all about the experience. That’s exactly what Singing Tiger, which opened October 1st on the lower level of Hotel Nell in Union Market, aims to deliver: a one-stop, all-night playground where the mic is always hot, the food is bold, and the cocktails come with a side of spectacle.

From the team behind the buzzing Treehouse Rooftop Lounge, Singing Tiger takes nightlife up a notch, bringing an immersive concept to the heart of one of DC’s fastest-growing neighborhoods.

Singing Tiger blends high-energy karaoke with Asian-inspired dining and a theatrical cocktail program in a space designed to flow seamlessly from bites to belting. Whether you’re warming up with a lemongrass chicken gyoza dipped in truffle ponzu, or closing out the night with a Halo-Halo while your friends blast out Beyoncé, this venue ensures you’re in for a full-sensory ride.

Leading the kitchen is Chef Bernard Sales, whose menu strikes the right chord between shareable starters and hearty mains. Highlights include:

• Korean fried chicken wings with a gochujang honey glaze that hits sweet, spicy, and sticky in all the right places,
• Salt and pepper shrimp with scallion and jalapeño (a crowd-pleaser that tastes like it came straight outta Eden Center), and
• Dan dan noodles and beef pho that anchor the menu with slurp-worthy satisfaction.

Finish strong with ube ice cream buns or a nostalgic cup of halo-halo that feels like summer in a bowl… even when it’s hoodie weather in the District.

Of course, no night at Singing Tiger is complete without a drink (or three). The cocktail program leans playful and dramatic, spotlighting Asian spirits with bold flavors and visual flair. Don’t miss:

• The Smoke on the Watermelon, topped with a smoke-filled bubble that bursts into an aromatic cloud,
• The Man Inferno, served with a flaming orchid — because in this city, we like our cocktails as fiery as our opinions, and
• The Kimchi Killa Martini, featuring kimchi oil and umami-infused olive juice for the adventurous sipper.

Zero-proof cocktails like the Berry Basil Bliss and Kyoto Kiss ensure everyone has a crafted drink in hand. Add on sake flights or a curated selection of Japanese whiskies, and you’ve got a beverage program with range.

Singing Tiger also boasts three private karaoke rooms, each outfitted with plush seating, moody lighting, and premium sound systems. Two rooms fit up to eight guests, while a cozier third holds six – perfect for birthdays, date nights, or that random Tuesday when your group chat finally aligns.

As Michael Vasquez, Corporate Food & Beverage Manager at Charlestowne Hotels, puts it:

“We wanted to design a space where guests don’t have to choose between dinner, drinks, or entertainment. Singing Tiger is a destination that gives guests a full night out without compromise.”

So whether you’re sliding into dinner, sipping on five-spice butter–washed whiskey, or singing your heart out to 2000s throwbacks, Singing Tiger is ready to be your next go-to late-night haunt.

Singing Tiger is located at 411 New York Ave NE, inside Hotel Nell, Union Market.