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1. Nightclub 9:30
- If you're a music lover and haven't stopped by at 9:30 Club, you're really missing out on something. Here's your opportunity to catch live acts... read more
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3. Chi Cha Lounge
This U Street staple has been around longer than many of its neighbors, which is a testament to its staying power. If you like to lounge...
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5. Cafe Saint-Ex
- In addition to its funky comfort-food fare, cafe Saint-Ex is known for its packed weekend dance parties in the restaurant/club's basement. ... read more
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7. Capitol Lounge
- Martinis and cigars are the main attractions of this sophisticated Capitol Hill hangout. This stylishly decorated lounge attracts patrons in their... read more
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8. Eighteenth Street Lounge
This place maintains its "hot" status. First you have to find it, and then you have to convince the bouncer to let you in. So here's what you need...
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9. Chief Ike's Mambo Room
- This club is all about the serious business of showing patrons a good time. With its wildly varied attractions each night, a wide range of people... read more
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10. Mackey's Public House
- The red-painted wood exterior of this establishment is designed to give it a sense of "Irish pub" authenticity. Sandwiched between two rather sedate... read more
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You could go to a different bar, club and pub in DC every night for a year and still not experience all that the city's nightlife has to offer. With a demographic this wide ranging (from politicos to college students, media darlings to diplomats), there are bound to be a lot of nighttime entertainment options at your disposal.
The U Street Corridor and Columbia Heights are among the most vibrant neighborhoods in the city after dark. Georgetown, Adam's Morgan and Arlington are also home to popular clubs and watering holes.
Some spots to consider:
Cork - arguably one of the city's very best wine bars, with a prime location on bustling 14th Street, a varied wine list and delicious small plates help you soak up whatever you imbibe.
Fur - get yourself gussied up and get ready to do a lot of dancing and people watching at this hot club, which features constant guest DJs and weekend events.
Nanny O'Brien's - more than a few Irish ex-pats have declared the Guinness at this Cleveland Park pub to be the finest in the city. Try for yourself, and stay for the live entertainment.
Nightclub 9:30 - DC's most esteemed live music club, with both famous and up-and-coming acts on the bill all the time. You'll probably need to buy your tickets in advance.
Halo - Chill out and sip drinks with DC's best-dressed gay men at this Thomas Circle spot.
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