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Scattered primarily through the city’s northwest quadrant, DC's best nightlife spots sizzle in the Adams-Morgan/U Street area, in Downtown's Federal Triangle, along trendy Dupont Circle's Connecticut Avenue, and on M Street and Wisconsin Avenue in classy Georgetown. All of these neighborhoods host a variety of venues, from swank hotel bars to lively dance clubs and smoky blues joints. Adams-Morgan's best includes Madam's Organ and 9:30 Club, two first-rate live music clubs. Downtown boasts Polly Esther's retro club and Old Ebbit Grill, a classic political bar. Hot DC dance clubs include 18th Street Lounge and Red, which call Dupont Circle home; also in the neighborhood is Brickskeller, a local bar serving hundreds of distinctive beers. Georgetown sets a standard with bars like J. Paul’s and the ever-popular Blues Alley jazz club. Capitol Hill's Pennsylvania Avenue also offers a mix of great watering holes, like Hawk n' Dove, where political staffers gather to discuss the Hill's latest happenings. Theater options are numerous as well, and prestigious venues like the Kennedy Center, Shakespeare Theatre, and Arena Stage present concerts and dramatic productions year-round.

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100 King

100 King St, Alexandria, VA 22310

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100 King Restaurant, besides having great food, has live jazz music three nights a week. Mavis Waters & Company is great, a tremendous addition to Old Town.

AQUA

1818 New York Ave NE, Washington, DC 20002

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Have you ever experienced a traditional Asian club. It’s different. Come and see it yourself. Over 400+ Asian and others mingle and having fun all night.

Buffalo Billiards

1330 19th St NW, Washington, DC 20036

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What a fun place. This is what my basement should be like. Food is excellent for a bar and the atmosphere is unbeatable.

Geisha Lounge DC

727 15th St NW, Washington, DC 20005

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Geisha is a trendy new sushi bar and lounge in Downtown D.C. with an atmosphere that is both cozy and stylish. Geisha Lounge has live music, including jazz and special guest DJs. Try the specialty cocktails including “Geisha” that is sure to delight. Come and experience Geisha for lunch, happy hour, dinner, and night out.

Home Nightclub

911 F Street NW, Washington, DC

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Home Nightclub has five levels, excellent customer service and guest DJ’s from around the world. This venue has its own beautiful style on every floor, come check it out.

Home Ultrabar

911 F St NW, Washington, DC 20004

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Highly recommended...the crowd is sexy and diverse, the staff and bartenders are very friendly. Different music on every level, so there's something for everyone. Their various international nights are amazing...a nice change compared to the countless indistinguishable clubs in DC. VIP Chroma Lounge is the best I've been too lately...definitely worth checking out!!! A++++

Mister Days Sports Rock Cafe

3100 Clarendon Blvd, Corner of Washington & Highland, Arlington, VA 22201

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It has something for everyone! Nice Staff, Good Food, TVs Galore- all games, all the time: HDTVS, plasmas, Projection... And DJ & Dancing Wed- Sat!

Speakeasy Room

815 King St, Alexandria, VA 22314

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Live Jazz, DJ's and karaoke some nights. For a small charge they can cut a video DVD of you singing. WOW!

The Exchange Sports Saloon

1719 G St, NW, Washington, DC 20006

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Great spot for a beer or to catch a game on TV. Bartenders are friendly and the service is quick. This is also a great lunch spot, being so close to Federal Buildings and the World Bank.

The State Theatre

220 N. Washington DC, Falls Church, VA 22046

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Exciting nightclub located just minutes from D.C. in Falls Church, V.A. with a variety of musical acts and events from Blues and Jazz to Rock and Roll! The venue has a full restaurant and bar set up - parking, metro access, room rental options and private party possibilities!

Zanzabar

Washington, DC

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Very nice upscale trendy nightclub that host a variety of music.

Zanzibar on the Waterfront

700 Water St SW, Washington, DC 20024

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One of DC's oldest and nicest "megaclubs," with a capacity of over 1,500 people. It attracts a mature and sophisticated clientele, 25 years old and over. The only city nightclub with elevated waterfront views of the Washington skyline and monuments. It also offers casual dining in a relaxed Caribbean atmosphere. Includes an ultra VIP lounge called the "SkyClub."

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These nightlife options provide readers with the best places in Washington to unwind, kick back, and leave the day behind. Our editors and local contacts have searched Washington's neighborhoods for quiet venues, uncovered hip bars, and experienced the Washington club scene. We've hit the best Bars, Dance Clubs, Jazz Clubs, and Live Music in Washington, District of Columbia ... Choose your diversion, and then let us direct your energies.

 

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