9:30 Club
Theatre & Stage
U Street/Cardozo/Shaw
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Concert venue located a few blocks from the U Street Metro stop. The 9:30 Club brings national acts to perform every day of the week. Most shows are all ages. For more information, including concert schedules, visit our website.
Location: 815 V St. NW Washington,DC 20001 P:202-265-0930Visit Website
AFI Silver Theatre and Cultural Center
Theatre & Stage
Maryland
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Board meetings, teleconferencing and broadcast video production by day, elegant receptions and private screenings by night, the AFI Silver Theatre in downtown Silver Spring, MD has it all! 400-seat historic art-deco theatre 200-seat and 75-seat stadium theatres, large videoconferencing room and 5,000 sq. foot lobby.
Location: 8633 Colesville Rd. Silver Spring,MD 20910 P:301-495-6700Visit Website
AGAINN DC
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Penn Quarter
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A modern European-inspired bistro in the heart of the nation's capital, AGAINN is a 5,600-square-foot space dishing up traditional British Isle cuisine executed with a contemporary approach, featuring exceptional, locally-sourced organic ingredients. The restaurant also showcases an extensive beer and Scotch program along with artisanal cocktails. Loosely translated from Gaelic meaning "with us" and pronounced "aguinn", AGAINN is a popular and critically-acclaimed addition to the nation's capital's dining scene. Conveniently located on the corner of 11th Street and New York Ave. NW, just one black from Metro Center, AGAINN is near many of the city's notable landmarks, including the Convention and Verizon Centers. The kitchen at AGAINN is lead by Executive Chef Wesley Morton. His menu features the best organic and seasonal ingredients available, including chicken and a selection of meats that are certified humane through the Certified Humane Raised and Handled program. The menu reinvents traditional British Isle cuisine and offers family-style dining with many dishes served in cast iron skillets and pots. The restaurant's international wine list features more than 100 different varieties served by the bottle. Diners can also partake in the extensive beer menu with standout brews from all over the world. A variety of more than 120 whiskies with 93 different single malt and blended Scotches are also available at the restaurant along with 130 rentable oak Scotch lockers.
Location: 1099 New York Ave. NW Washington,DC 20001 P:202-639-9830Visit Website
Arena Stage
Theatre & Stage
Virginia
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Art & Soul
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Capitol Hill
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James Beard-Award winning Chef Art Smith opened Art and Soul at The Liaison Capitol Hill to provide Washingtonians with "food for the soul." This 221-seat dining destination serves up fresh and modern regional cuisine with southern accents. The modern decor merges with a welcoming environment to create the perfect setting in which to meet and connect.
Location: 415 New Jersey Ave. NW Washington,DC 20001 P:202-393-7777Visit Website
Article One - American Grill & Lounge
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Capitol Hill
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Article One - American Grill & Lounge
Named for the corresponding article of the U.S. Constitution establishing the structure of Congress, Article One Lounge is conveniently situated in the newly remodeled Atrium lobby of Hyatt Regency Washington on Capitol Hill. Amidst this bustling location, the lounge provides a prime spot to mingle, catch up on the day's current events or simply watch for the "who's who" on Capitol Hill. The lounge is centered by community tables, complete with nine 20" flat screen televisions, perfect for meeting friends and co-workers. The lounge offers a selection of appetizers, sandwiches and specialty cocktails. Open daily from 11:30 AM - 2:00 AM. Located at 400 New Jersey Avenue, NW inside the Hyatt Regency Washington.
A few of many notable hotel visitors: Hilary Clinton, Barack & Michelle Obama, Al & Tipper Gore, Denzel Washington, Danny Glover, Nancy Pelosi, Val Kilmer, Jesse Jackson
Location: 400 New Jersey Ave. NW Washington,DC 20001 P:202-719-8478Visit Website
Atlas Performing Arts Center
Theatre & Stage
Capitol Hill
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The Atlas is a multi-faceted performing arts center suitable for all types of productions as well as a unique space to host an event. The heart of the new vibrant H Street Corridor in the "Atlas Arts and Entertainment District", the beautiful 1938 art modern facade and marquee welcome patrons into a modern state of the art facility.
Location: 1333 H St. NE Washington,DC 20002 P:202-399-7993Visit Website
Atrium
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Virginia
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For GPS mapping use this address: 1601 South Eades Street.
Across the river from Washington, DC, Crystal Gateway Marriott offers an ideal location for leisure vacations, business trips and weekend getaways. With a towering presence this newly renovated Crystal City hotel offers exceptional accommodations, luxurious amenities and impeccable service. The Crystal City Marriott is surrounded by Arlington's best shopping and dining at the Crystal City shops and The Fashion Centre at Pentagon City. The Crystal City Metro stop can be accessed from the lobby of this Crystal City hotel, allowing guests to reach the best museums, monuments and attractions of Washington DC and the surrounding area. Perfect for conferences, meetings and wedding receptions; the meeting space in Arlington, VA at the Crystal Gateway Marriott offers 34,300 sq ft of meeting space, 27 meeting rooms, including the 16,000 sq ft Arlington Ballroom, Northern Virginia's largest meeting facility. With the addition of the 12,000 square foot Grand Ballroom, located just 50 feet away on the same floor, you have one of the best meeting and dining options for large groups in the entire region. This comfortable and inviting hotel is also conveniently located near Reagan National Airport with complimentary shuttle service offered from 6am to 11pm daily.
The hotel is also a recognized leader in the area of "Green Initiatives" and has been awarded the "Virginia Green" status for it's efforts.
Location: 1700 Jefferson Davis Hwy. Arlington,VA 22202 P:703-920-3230Visit Website
B. Smith's
Nightlife
Capitol Hill
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Bar 7
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Shaw
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Bar 7 is Washington DC's premier haute lounge for the chic and upscale. The sleek and vibrant décor was customized-made specifically for our venue, no place on earth compares! The artistic lightening and contemporary furniture creates an energetic environment of fun and ease, allowing you to let loose and BE YOU.
Bar 7 is DC's newest premier destination for patrons exploring Washington, DC looking for an unparalleled experience. Located in the heart of downtown, across the street from the Washington Convention Center, it is a highly desirable destination that exceeds the boundaries of normality. With its luxurious décor and superior quality, we are committed to providing all of our guests the perfect ambiance for mixing and mingling over cocktails and delicious food.
Location: 1015 1/2 7th St. NW Washington,DC 20001 P:202-347-4343Visit Website
Bar Dupont
Nightlife
Dupont Circle - Kalorama
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Intimate, unexpected and unashamedly chic, the cocktail bar at this luxury Washington, DC hotel redefines lounge style for the Dupont Circle set. Custom-designed leather furnishings, modern artworks and rich, dark textures create a seductive atmosphere within The Dupont Hotel in which to enjoy lunch or dinner, a glass of wine or a colourful cocktail with friends.
Location: 1500 New Hampshire Ave. NW Washington,DC 20036 P:202-483-6000Visit Website
Bar Louie
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Chinatown
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Bar Louie is a casually cool neighborhood restaurant and bar with an extensive variety of uniquely prepared menu options from signature sandwiches to shareable small and large plates, along with an extensive list of handcrafted cocktails, wine and craft brews.
Awarded "Concept of Tomorrow" by Restaurant Hospitality Magazine, Bar Louie features warm, upbeat surroundings with contemporary photography, mosaic tiling, wood-paneled walls, modern lighting and plasma televisions, making it a favorite gathering place for family and friends.
Our ala carte menu prices range from $9 to $15 and our chef and private event manager can customize any menu to fit your event's theme and budget. Our private dining room seats 85 or 150 reception style, we also have an atrium that can fit 40 guests. Your group can have the entire dining room for up to 275 guests or 315 including our atrium. Enjoy the great DC weather and host your party on our patio that fits up to 25. In addition, Bar Louie's bar area is available for up to 65 guests reception-style. Banquet packages start at $12 per person and Bar Packages start at $9 per person. We look forward to making your next event a total success! Visit us online at www.barlouieamerica.com.
Location: 701 7th St. NW Washington,DC 20001 P:202-638-2460Visit Website
Bar Rouge
Nightlife
Dupont Circle - Kalorama
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Ooh La Lounge. Bar Rouge's signature cocktails and innovative cuisine, bring glam to DC - prompting Travel & Leisure to dub it "one of America's best new hotel bars."
Location: 1315 16th St. NW Washington,DC 20036 P:202-232-8000Visit Website
Birch & Barley / ChurchKey
Nightlife
Dupont Circle - Kalorama
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Birch & Barley is a fine-dining restaurant in the heart of DC's 14th Street corridor. Chef Kyle Bailey's farm-to-table approach to cooking shines through in his seasonal a la carte and tasting menus. The dining experience both begins and ends with the fresh-baked breads and outstanding desserts of Pastry Chef Tiffany MacIsaac. In addition to a stellar wine list, Birch & Barley benefits from the innovative been program that is hosted by its upstairs neighbor ChurchKey.
With a collection of 555 hand-picked labels meticulously curated by Beer Director Greg Engert, ChurchKey offers up the full spectrum of beer styles, traditions, regions and flavor possibilities. An unparalleled combination of small-batch brands, three climate controlled cellars, a deep selection of traditional glassware and a rare level of knowledge come together to form an unparalleled beer experience. ChurchKey offers its own menu of modern gastro-pub fare overseen by Chefs Kyle and Tiffany.
Location: 1337 14th St. NW Washington,DC 20005 P:202-567-2576Visit Website
Bistro Francais
Nightlife
Georgetown
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The only French restaurant in the heart of Georgetown that is open late. Our specialties include our famous Poulet Bistro (tarragon rotisserie chicken); Minute steak Maitre d’Hotel (steak & pommes frites); Steak tartare. We offer 3 course prix-fixe menu with a glass of house wine everyday (Except Holidays) Lunch 11AM -4PM $19.95 Dinner 5-7pm & 10:30pm-1am $24.95
Location: 3124-28 M St. NW Washington,DC 20007 P:202-338-3830Visit Website
BlackFinn American Saloon
Nightlife
Downtown
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Originally established in NYC in 1994, BlackFinn American Saloon has taken its inspiration from some of the most famous big city saloons. The contemporary American menu complete with a large selection of starters, soups, salads, & entrees provides something for the discerning palate & the inviting atmosphere makes everyone feel like a regular.
Location: 1620 I (Eye) St. NW Washington,DC 20006 P:202-429-4350Visit Website
Blue Duck Tavern
Nightlife
Foggy Bottom
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A contemporary neighborhood tavern with a central focus on its wood-burning oven. The menu showcases the best of the season. Chef Brian McBride brings sharply focused, bold flavors to the table through simple, traditional cooking methods. Featuring an open staff pantry and kitchen, a glass-enclosed wine cellar and private tasting room seating ten.
Location: 1201 24th St. NW Washington,DC 20037 P:202-419-6755Visit Website
Bobby McKey's
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Maryland
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Washington, DC area's first and only dueling piano bar comes to life each night with live music on National Harbor's Fleet Street - only a short stroll from the Gaylord National Convention Center. Stop by and see for yourself why. "feeling good is easy" at Bobby McKey's.
Location: 172 Fleet St. National Harbor,MD 20745 P:301-567-1488Visit Website
Buddha-Bar DC
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Penn Quarter
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The dramatic 300-seat Buddha-Bar DC owned and managed by Washington Restaurants LLC and designed by DWA of Paris is officially opened, bringing delicious Pan-Asian cuisine to the district's dining scene. Conveniently located at 455 Massachusetts Avenue, NW, just steps away from Chinatown and the Convention Center, Buddha-Bar DC serves lunch and dinner seven nights a week.
*Newly appointed Executive Chef Gregg Fortunato is spearheading the menu which showcases Asian cuisine with a touch of French influence. The cuisine pairs well with the restaurant's extensive wine and sake collection, along with the innovative artisanal cocktails. The menu is divided into sections: Cold Appetizers, Warm Appetizers, Main Courses and the Sushi Bar, dishing up an array of options to showcase Buddha-Bar DC's mouthwatering cuisine. At lunch, happy hour and dinner services, Buddha-Bar DC showcases an assortment of fresh sushi and sashimi. Committed to using only the highest quality ingredients, Buddha-Bar DC uses elegant Koshihikari rice for making sushi. Koshihikari is a short grain, premium rice which is carefully cultivated and milled exclusively in Japan.
*Rich colors of burgundy, gold, brown and black create an opulent scheme, setting off the focal point of Buddha-Bar; the signature 18-foot Buddha statue with black onyx finish, created by Mambo Art. The towering Buddha traveled 10,613 miles from the jungles of Indonesia to serve as the backdrop for the main dining room.
Location: 455 Massachusetts Ave. NW Washington,DC 20001 P:202-377-5555Visit Website
Capitol City Brewing Company - Arlington
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Virginia
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Capitol City Brewing Company in Shirlington is Virginia's homegrown brewery restaurant. Enjoy handcrafted beer and great American pub style food. Located on 28th St. in Shirlington Village. Join us for happy hour 4 pm - 7 pm, Mon. - Fri.
Location: 2700 S. Quincy St. Arlington,VA 22206 P:703-578-3888Visit Website
Capitol City Brewing Company - Capitol Hill
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Capitol City Brewing Company is DC's homegrown brewery restaurant. Enjoy handcrafted beer and great American pub style food. Located across the street from Union Station. Join us for happy hour 4 pm - 7 pm, Mon. - Fri.
Location: 2 Massachusetts Ave. NE Washington,DC 20002 P:202-842-2337Visit Website
Capitol City Brewing Company - Downtown
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Downtown
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Capitol City Brewing Company is DC's homegrown brewery restaurant. Enjoy handcrafted beer and great American pub style food. Just a few minutes from the Verizon Center.Join us for happy hour 4 pm - 7 pm, Mon. - Fri.
Location: 1100 New York Ave. NW Washington,DC 20005 P:202-628-2222Visit Website
Capitol Steps
Theatre & Stage
Downtown
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Carmine's
Nightlife
Penn Quarter
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NYC's legendary Carmine's restaurant has been serving Southern Italian cuisine in large family style portions for over 20 years. This spring, Carmine's is coming to Washington, DC! Our 650 seat restaurant in the Penn Quarter district will also have 9 private dining rooms, a circular bar, lounge and outdoor dining.
Location: 425 7th St. NW Washington,DC 20004 P:202-737-7770Visit Website
Carter Barron Amphitheatre
Theatre & Stage
Upper Northwest
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Chief Ike's Mambo Room
Nightlife
Adams Morgan
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Chief Ike's is the original Home of the Funk as seen on TV! Sweet sexy soul, Hip-Hop & nut bustin' funk to please the senses. We specialize in people having some fun! Dance, enjoy a band or theatrical performance or just talk with one another over one of our signature cocktails or expansive beer selections. Chief Ike's is truly a unique experience. We are a very colorful place with artwork on every wall. We feature DJs & Bands on our main level, as well as a large outdoor seating & smoking area. Chief Ike's does parties for any occasion, big or small in one or both of our party rooms upstairs. Home-cooked meals & DCs best hand-tossed thin crust pizza are the specialty of our Chef Tracey J. We welcome everyone from all over the world but we are a neighborhood bar. We support viewing of local sports on 5 TVs & big screen as well as provide satellite sports packages for baseball & football. Chief Ike's is Metro accessible from either Woodley Park-Adams Morgan-Zoo (red line) or Columbia Heights (green line) stations & all connected by the Circulator Bus with drop off service to our front porch! We are your ambassadors to Washington DC.
Location: 1725 Columbia Rd. NW Washington,DC 20009 P:202-332-2211Visit Website
Circle Bistro
Nightlife
Foggy Bottom
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Co Co. Sala
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Penn Quarter
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Washington, DC's Award-winning Chocolate Lounge & Boutique invites you to experience chocolate, coffee & cocktails in a tantalizing new way! Specializing in cuisine with global flavors, espresso & chocolate-based drinks, artisanal chocolates, & exquisite pastries, patrons can also satisfy cravings of the salty & savory variety with Co Co. Sala's dishes incorporating chocolate & coffee in surprisingly unique mediums. The Lounge features dramatic wave walls emulating flowing chocolate while defining intimate seating areas where desserts, dinner, weekend brunch, & late-night dining are served. Two glimmering bars at night transform into a provocative atmosphere where tantalizing cocktails are served.
At the Co Co. Sala Boutique, elegant displays enhance the intricate details of the jewel-like chocolates being showcased. Beautifully packaged for every occasion, the hand-crafted chocolate features unique flavors & seasonal confectionary works of art perfect for your loved ones, friends & even yourself. Larger chocolate box orders & customized chocolate bars perfect for corporate or special occasion events are available.
Co Co. Sala hosts unique private events from 15-250 people. There is an array of choices including the main lounge area, the building art gallery, rooftop, patio garden, or the beautiful private room. Lined in silk & velvet, the private room creates an intimate, romantic, & luxurious ambiance perfect for holding memorable occasions.
Location: 929 F St. NW Washington,DC 20004 P:202-347-4265Visit Website
Coeur De Lion
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Downtown
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Coeur de Lion, a critically acclaimed restaurant, consistently ranked among the Zagat Guide's top 10 for cuisine, service, and ambiance. This restaurant is adorned with a stunning skylight atrium and ornate chandeliers. Chef Robert Berry offers a diverse New American menu. The Blue Bar Cocktail Lounge features live entertainment Thur.-Sun.
Truly elegant dining room featuring seasonally inspired cuisine. Sunday brunch. Jacket and tie suggested, or elegant casual attire.
Location: 926 Massachusetts Ave. NW Washington,DC 20001 P:202-414-0500Visit Website
Cure Bar & Bistro
Nightlife
Penn Quarter
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Cure takes its name from the age-old tradition of curing foods. Our style of service helps pair food and beverages to create the perfect palate for your personal taste profile. Food preparation entails spicing, drying, salting & smoking to enhance flavors. Our wine, beer & spirit selections are extensive. From socializing with friends over a bottle of wine, to sitting down for a three course offering, everyone is invited to create their own epicurean experience. Cure's modern, rustic lodge style atmosphere is warm and memorable. Invite your guests to experience a custom tailored gathering. Three spacious levels can accommodate private parties, exclusive group events or casual meetings. Cure is located on the corner of 10th and H Street NW in Washington DC's Penn Quarter.
Location: 1000 H St. NW Washington,DC 20001 P:202-637-4906Visit Website
Dance Place
Theatre & Stage
Brookland
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Dance Place is DC's place to see cutting-edge dance in 100+ performances per season. From hip-hop to flamenco, from national to local artists; we are the place to see, feel, breathe, engage and dance.
Location: 3225 8th St. NE Washington,DC 20017 P:202-269-1600 ext: 0016Visit Website Event Calendar
DAR Constitution Hall
Theatre & Stage
Downtown
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Discovery Theater
Theatre & Stage
Downtown
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District ChopHouse & Brewery
Nightlife
Penn Quarter
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Where the forties are still fabulous! A warm, intimate gathering place serving Washington, DC's finest steaks, chops and seafood. Featuring handcrafted beers from our on-site brewery. Steps away from the Verizon Center, enjoy a game of billiards and a cigar before and after a home game.
Location: 509 7th St. NW Washington,DC 20004 P:202-347-3434Visit Website
Dubliner Pub
Nightlife
Capitol Hill
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Embassy Series, The
Theatre & Stage
Upper Northwest
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The Embassy Series promotes international understanding through music in diplomatic settings with outstanding national and international artists of high quality with receptions and social interaction with the audience and diplomats.
Location: Washington,DC 20016 P:202-625-2361Visit Website
Fado Irish Pub & Restaurant
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Chinatown
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Four rooms were designed to showcase the art of conversation through authentic Irish decor. The cuisine is structured around traditional Irish food with European influences. Specialties include boxty (a potato pancake wrapped around traditional Irish fillings) and grilled salmon steak with sauteed vegetables. Fado is best known for having the best pint in the country!
Location: 808 7th St. NW Washington,DC 20001 P:202-789-0066Visit Website
Folger Shakespeare Library
Theatre & Stage
Capitol Hill
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Ford's Theatre
Theatre & Stage
Penn Quarter
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Georgia Brown's
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Downtown
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Southern-style cooking inspired by the South Carolina low country and a unique atmosphere created by award-winning architect Adam Tihany. Sunday brunch.
Location: 950 15th St. NW Washington,DC 20005 P:202-393-4499Visit Website
Grand Slam
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Penn Quarter
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It’s all fun and games at Grand Slam Sports Bar! Watch your favorite teams on high definition plasma screens with state-of- the-art sound systems and Direct TV packages including NFL Sunday Ticket, Mega March Madness, NHL Center Ice, MLB Extra Innings and NBA League Pass. Prefer to play? We offer Playstation 3, Nintendo Wii and NTN Trivia plus Texas Hold’em. Enjoy a delicious menu of pub food with a huge variety of beers and a full bar to wet your appetite! Open for lunch and dinner, Grand Slam is located inside the Grand Hyatt between 10th and 11th on H Street in Washington DC’s Penn Quarter. Whether you are getting the gang together to watch a game or planning a party, host your next event with us. Grand Slam has both spacious and intimate settings for any size group or occasion.
Location: 1000 H St. NW Washington,DC 20001 P:202-637-4789Visit Website
Helix Lounge
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Dupont Circle - Kalorama
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A World Gone Fabulous. Pulsating with energy and color Helix Lounge is always upbeat. Chill on the ottoman-style chairs or chat on the Inside Out Patio while sharing plates of American classics gone contemporary and sipping on a Pajama Party cocktail.
Location: 1430 Rhode Island Ave. NW Washington,DC 20005 P:202-462-9001Visit Website
James Hobans Irish Restaurant & Bar
Nightlife
Dupont Circle - Kalorama
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James Hoban is the little known Irishman who was the architect of The White House (beating Thomas Jefferson in an architectural competition to find the best design). He designed many other important buildings in his adopted country, the young United States of America. We seek to honor this little known Irishman by naming our restaurant & bar after him. In Ireland the bar, whether it is a bustling Dublin one or a humble village one, is a focal point where the people of the community meet to converse with each other, to entertain each other, to share a meal with each other, to celebrate some happy event and even to give support to each other in times of trouble.
We have endeavored to bring to Washington a flavor of today's Ireland with a look that presents our most cherished traditional aspects and also allows modern Ireland to speak. Our menu naturally features many favorite traditional dishes but also reflects contemporary Ireland with its strong European culinary influences. What the Irish value most in their hospitality is its friendliness. We strive above all to provide this ingredient so that you, our customer, can experience true Irish hospitality. If our efforts add in any small measure to the joy and pleasure of life in this great city, then we will have been true to the spirit of James Hoban.
Location: 1 Dupont Circle NW Washington,DC 20036 P:202-223-8440 Visit Website
John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts
Theatre & Stage
Foggy Bottom
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Lima Restaurant & Lounge
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Downtown
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Lima represents a winning trifecta of cuisine, design and ambiance. Chef Raynold Mendizabal tantalizes the palette with an array of sensual and savory dishes in a sophisticated technique. Lima balances all the elements to enhance your dining pleasure.
Location: 1401 K St. NW Washington,DC 20005 P:202-789-2800Visit Website
Love
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Spectacular in both size and appearance, Love boasts blonde wood paneled walls, tastefully appointed light-fixtures, plush contemporary furnishings, spacious carpeted and hardwood floors and two rooftop decks. Whatever the occasion, Love is ready to accommodate.
Location: 1350 Okie St. NE Washington,DC 20002 P:202-636-9030Visit Website
Lucky Strike Lanes
Nightlife
Chinatown
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Medieval Times
Performing Arts
Maryland
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Merriweather Post Pavilion
Theatre & Stage
Maryland
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Concert venue located in Columbia, MD, north of Silver Spring. Performers are top headlining national acts brought to the DC area for musical performances. Concert tickets are available for purchase thru Ticketmaster.com.
Location: 10475 Little Patuxent Pkwy. Columbia,MD 21044 P:410-715-5550Visit Website
Mie N Yu
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Georgetown
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Indulge your senses with the sights and sounds of "A Silk Road Celebration". Combining contemporary American cuisine with flavors from Asia, the Middle East, North Africa, and the Mediterranean. Join us for lunch, brunch, dinner, or private events. 2006, 2007, 2008, and 2009 Wine Spectator Award of Excellence.
Location: 3125 M St. NW Washington,DC 20007 P:202-333-6122Visit Website
miXX Lounge
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Chinatown
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miXX & mingle at the newly renovated miXX Lounge. Located at the renovated Washington, DC Hotel, miXX Lounge features a long sleek bar, ample seating to sample one of the Chef's many contemporary favorites, suitable for sharing. An exciting cocktail list, piques your curiosity by offering classics with a story, paired with a more daring and creative twist on the original. A well balanced wine list offers over 30 bottles to satisfy for your love of wine. Beer lovers are not left out, as miXX boasts a variety of local microbrews, Belgian bold brews and all your favorites. So don't be left out, be in the miXX!
Location: 999 9th St. NW Washington,DC 20001 P:202-898-9000Visit Website
Mr. Smith's of Georgetown
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Georgetown
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A Georgetown tradition for over 40 years. From lobster fettuccine to famous burgers, you'll find your favorite dish. Piano bar nightly. Indoor and outdoor garden dining. Open daily until after midnight.
Location: 3104 M St. NW Washington,DC 20007 P:202-333-3104Visit Website
National Theatre
Theatre & Stage
Penn Quarter
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NOW-Washington DC
Ticketing Agencies
Dupont Circle - Kalorama
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NOW-Washington DC helps visitors make the most of their trip to the Nation’s Capitoll and enjoy it at a discounted price. The NOW PASS includes admission to Washington, DC’s three most popular attractions, as well as offering great discounts through the NOW CARD (available separately) redeemable at dozens of restaurants, retail and other sightseeing musts just for showing them your NOW PASS! The NOW PASS is valid for seven days, is available for adults at $59.95 and for children (ages 3-12) at $39.95. Participating general admission partners include:
Newseum: DC’s newest attraction offers visitors 250,000 square feet of an entirely unique experience that blends five centuries of news history with up-to-the-second technology and hands-on exhibits
Opentop Sightseeing: Learn about the people and places that make up the United States Capital on an Open Top double-decker bus tour. The tour is audio narrated, and you are able to hop-off and hop-back on other Open Top Sightseeing tour busses allowing you to spend as much time as you like at each tour stop (valid for 48 hours).
International Spy Museum: The first and only public museum in the United States solely dedicated to espionage and the only one in the world to provide a global perspective on the all-but-invisible intelligence profession.
To see the current deals and offerings, follow the NOW PASS on twitter, www.twitter.com/NOWPASS or visit www.TheNowPass.com/deals
Location: 2000 P St. NW Washington,DC 20036 P:866-698-1108Visit Website
One Lounge
Nightlife
Dupont Circle - Kalorama
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A relaxed yet upbeat lounge in the heart of Dupont Circle, One Lounge features a wide selection of specialty martinis, import beers and fine wines. No cover charges, no lists, just great drinks, friendly staff and DC's leading DJ's. 2 bars on 2 floors with patio, lounge and bar seating available. Terrific happy hour and seasonal drink specials.
Our Pan-European dishes are made from scratch on the premises using locally sourced ingredients. The variety of zesty tapas plates, seasonal appetizers and exciting entrees will please the most discerning diner. The classy atmosphere, with modern art from nearby Studio Gallery, is ideal for entertaining friends and clients. Patio seating available.
Location: 1606 20th St. NW Washington,DC 20009 P:202-299-0909 Visit Website
P.O.V. Rooftop Lounge and Terrace
Nightlife
Downtown
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W hotel's rooftop bar and lounge offers the city's most unprecedented view of our nation's capital while sipping crafted cocktails and enjoying small plates of Jean-Georges Vongerichten's best hits from his restaurants around the world. From bellini brunches to late-night parties, P.O.V. is the scene see and be seen and a favorite destination for locals and visitors alike.
Location: 515 15th St. NW Washington,DC 20004 P:202-661-2478Visit Website
Ping Pong Dim Sum
Nightlife
Penn Quarter
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Ping Pong Dim Sum takes a modern approach to the traditional Chinese favorite of small savory hand-made dumplings. The menu is designed for sharing, making it a perfect stop for lunch, happy hour, or dinner. Highlighted by exotic, world-famous flowering teas, the full-service bar features unique cocktails, both fun and sophisticated. Just steps away from both the convention center and Gallery Place.
Location: 900 7th St. NW Washington,DC 20001 P:202-506-3740Visit Website
Policy
Nightlife
U Street/Cardozo/Shaw
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Policy is a chic establishment with an upscale diner motif in the Love Dining Room and airy second floor, Liberty Lounge, offering 2 levels of charm and class in a hip and inviting environment in DC's U Street Corridor. Bringing together global flavors and influences, Executive Chef Brian Murphy is introducing cutting edge American cuisine.
Location: 1904 14th St. NW Washington,DC 20009 P:202-387-7654Visit Website
Recess
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Downtown
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The latest addition to the Capitol's bustling White House corridor, Recess serves as the perfect setting for corporate gatherings. Ocupying the lower level of the historic NCRC Building, Recess boasts flexible seating options, and a state-of-the-art sound system, along with an extensive LED lighting system allowing for wide variations in mood.
The capitol's newest hotspot located one block from the White House, Recess has become a haven for big name DJs and high profile visitors. For those seeking a cozy environment with great music look no further. Boasting a state of the art sound system and crowd pleasing light show, Recess is the perfect setting for a fun filled night on the town.
Location: 727 15th St. NW Washington,DC 20005 P:202-637-7667Visit Website
Russia House Restaurant & Lounge
Nightlife
Dupont Circle - Kalorama
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Nestled on the corner of Connecticut and Florida Avenues, this Russian inspired Restaurant & Lounge is evocatively reminiscent of the era of the Tsars. The Russian European atmosphere is uniquely elegant, warm and comfortable. Russia House is the perfect meeting place for Washington socialites, and anyone in search of a restaurant/louge with friendly and intimate coziness. The Russian-infused intercontinental cuisine pleases the most refined palates, with nouveau-traditional entrees like Beef Stroganoff and Chicken Kiev.
True to tradition, Russia House features an impressive selection of caviars and the largest vodka collection in Washington, DC.
Location: 1800 Connecticut Ave. NW Washington,DC 20009 P:202-234-9433Visit Website
Shakespeare Theatre Company
Theatre & Stage
Penn Quarter
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Theatre & Stage
Foggy Bottom
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Shelly's Back Room
Nightlife
Downtown
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A truly civilized cigar parlor makes for Washington's most unique party venue. Elegant yet comfortable ambiance for events of 20 to 250, cozy couches & over-stuffed chairs. Classic American fare, wide range of libations and exclusive selection of rare cigars. State of the art air purification system. One block from Metro Center.
Location: 1331 F St. NW Washington,DC 20004 P:202-737-3003Visit Website
Signature Theatre
Theatre & Stage
Virginia
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A professional non-profit theater, Signature is dedicated to producing contemporary plays and musicals and to the development of new work, creating award-winning productions in its intimate theatre space. The recipient of the 2009 Regional Theatre Tony Award (R), Signature's bold aesthetic and unique community programs impact and inspire nearly 40,000 patrons each season.
Location: 4200 Campbell Ave. Arlington,VA 22206 P:703-820-9771Visit Website Event Calendar
Sixth & I Historic Synagogue
Theatre & Stage
Chinatown
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A breathtaking historic synagogue in the heart of Washington, D.C., Sixth & I Historic Synagogue offers a Jewish presence and meeting place for the community. It provides inspiring cultural and educational programs, as well as Shabbat and High Holiday services, for the entire Jewish community and helps preserve part of the DC Jewish heritage.
Location: 600 I (Eye) St. NW Washington,DC 20001 P:202-408-3100Visit Website Event Calendar
Smithsonian Enterprises
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Downtown
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The Group Sales Department for the Smithsonian markets to all types of groups visiting the Washington, DC area, schools, families, tour operators, conventions, etc. A standard group consists of ten (10) or more persons for IMAX and Planetarium shows and twenty (20) for our Dining Packages. Groups receive one (1) complimentary ticket per twenty. We offer group dining at the following museums; National Air and Space Museum, Steven F. Udvar-Hazy Center, National Museum of the American Indian, National Museum of Natural History, National Museum of American History, and Donald W. Reynolds Center for American Art and Portraiture.
We also offer bulk ticket prices for IMAX shows, Planetarium shows and Dining Packages.
Some special programs we also offer include:
-IMAX on Demand, which is a special morning screening of your favorite IMAX film or Planetarium show at any of our IMAX Theaters or Planetarium with a minimum of 50 people. Select a current film or choose from our IMAX Adventure Library. IMAX on Demand screenings are offered daily at 9:30 am.
- We provide the group tickets for visitors to see the Natural History Museum's Live Butterfly Pavilion; visitors take a stroll among live butterflies and exotic planets. This tropical oasis offers visitors a rare opportunity to get close to a variety of living butterflies from all over the world. Group rates apply for groups of 10 or more persons, and one complimentary ticket per 20.
Location: Smithsonian Institution Washington,DC 20560 P:202-633-4629Visit Website
Stadium Club
Nightlife
Capitol Hill
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Stadium Club is the new standard in adult entertainment and fine dining. Stadium Club is centered on providing the highest quality in talent, five star food and the ultimate gentlemen's club experience, starting with providing the best in national and international feature talent as well as premiere local talent never before seen in the region.
Much like an actual stadium, there is a Field section, a Club Level section, and a VIP Skybox lunge which will make your experience private. It has the longest gentlemen's club bar in DC consisting of four separate stages providing non-stop action in all parts of Stadium Club. Once inside you will be surrounded by the action as you sit at the bar or at the tables in the main room. Additionally, those tables pull double duty, one part cocktail/light dining table and one part mini-dance stage for the Stadium Girls.
The most notable aspect of Stadium Club is the Stadium Restaurant. While most gentlemen's clubs serve food, few can provide five star quality fine dining. At the Stadium Club you will find food, beverage, and quality of the service commonly reserved for and found in the best steak houses in the city but with beautiful ladies while you eat. At the Stadium Club you have a 40 seat restaurant situated in, yet very discretely set apart from, the main club room where you can conduct business in a very exclusive setting. Add the detailed amenities of top wines and champagne to choose from while you enjoy your meal along with the entertainment, and you are now immersed in one of the most unique experiences ever seen in Washington, DC.
Location: 2127 Queens Chapel Rd. NE Washington,DC 20018 P:202-269-4477Visit Website
Strathmore
Theatre & Stage
Maryland
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There is no place quite like Strathmore in the Washington area. Nestled on its scenic 11-acre site just a mile off the Beltway and minutes from downtown with its own stop on the Red Line, this proud campus has been a vibrant "home for the arts" for over 25 years. The campus includes the state-of-the-art Music Center featuring a 1,976-seat, acoustically superb concert hall featuring diverse, world-class performances from ballet to bluegrass year round, along with top orchestras performing in residence. This modern architectural marvel also serves as home to leading music and dance schools nurturing artists of all ages in its bustling Education wing. Next door is the 19th century Mansion at Strathmore which has been transformed to showcase juried art exhibitions, a thought-provoking sculpture garden and an afternoon service tea room that doubles at night as a 100-seat music room featuring both established masters and a growing artist-in-residence program. The enticing gift shops featuring unique and handmade gifts and the sunny Prelude Café stand on their own as delightful daytime destinations. Rounding out these dynamic physical spaces is the surrounding, rolling green campus itself, welcoming hundreds of relaxed summer music mavens on the lawn with free or low-cost performances on its outdoor stage and gazebo. Guests from around the world soon discover that Strathmore has few artistic boundaries, which it joyfully pushes outward and onward with each sensational season.
Location: 5301 Tuckerman Ln. North Bethesda,MD 20852 P:301-581-5100Visit Website Event Calendar
The Library Bar
Nightlife
Foggy Bottom
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The Library Bar--in The Melrose Hotel. Relax and kick back at the end of a busy day with a wide array of wine, beer, and refreshing spirits. Join us for happy hour specials and our chef's lite-fare menu. Seasonal patio dining available for a true Foggy Bottom neighborhood experience.
Location: 2430 Pennsylvania Ave. NW Washington,DC 20037 P:202-955-6400Visit Website
The U.S. Army Band "Pershing's Own"
Theatre & Stage
Virginia
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The U.S. Army Band "Pershing's Own" is the premier musical unit of the U.S. Army. From jazz to classical--rock to chamber music, the eight performing ensembles of this arts organization offer hundreds of FREE concerts that are open to the pubic throughout the year. visit: www.usarmyband.com and see what we're performing during your stay in DC.
Location: 400 McNair Rd Fort Myer,VA 22211 P:703-696-3718Visit Website
The Washington Ballet
Theatre & Stage
Upper Northwest
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Ticketing Agencies
Downtown
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Topaz Bar
Nightlife
Dupont Circle - Kalorama
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Insight on the Rocks. Hailed by Washingtonian as one of the hippest places in town, Topaz Bar features creative cocktails and Asian-influenced specialty plates, served in an intimate setting.
Location: 1733 N St. NW Washington,DC 20036 P:202-393-3000Visit Website
U.S. Military District of Washington Public Affairs
Theatre & Stage
Southwest - Waterfront
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MDW is the home of the Army's official ceremonial unit, the 3rd U.S. Infantry (The Old Guard) and The U.S. Army Band (Pershing's Own). These units participate in ceremonies at the White House, the Pentagon and Arlington National Cemetery. Free community events and concerts throughout the year. Call (202) 685-2888 for event listings or (202) 685-1072 for the marketing department.
Location: 103 3rd Ave. Bldg. #32 Washington,DC 20319 P:202-685-2900Visit Website
Warner Theatre
Theatre & Stage
Penn Quarter
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Washington National Opera
Theatre & Stage
Foggy Bottom
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Wellington's Pub At Westfields Marriott
Nightlife
Virginia
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Club decor with antique billiard tables (complimentary), cherry-paneled walls, and oversized chairs. Menu features pastas, salads, sandwiches, seafood and a full bar with varied selection of imported draft beers. Open for lunch and dinner daily.
Location: 14750 Conference Center Dr. Chantilly,VA 20151 P:703-818-3500Visit Website
Wolf Trap National Park for the Performing Arts
Theatre & Stage
Virginia
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Woolly Mammoth Theatre Company
Theatre & Stage
Penn Quarter
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"THE HOTTEST THEATRE COMPANY IN TOWN" Washington Post - develops, produces and promotes fearless emerging playwrights and provocative new plays that explore the edges of theatrical style and human experience. Woolly performs in an award-winning new 265-seat theatre at 7th & D Sts., NW. Tickets: $26-$60 ($15 for 25 & under; $15 Stampede Seats (rush seats) 2 hours before showtime-subscription series only; 2 Pay-What-You-Can performances for subscription series shows).
Location: 641 D Street NW Washington,DC 20004 P:202-393-3939Visit Website Event Calendar