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10 Overall Closest Nightlife
Apex
(Nightlife - Dance Clubs)
1415 22nd St NW, Washington  20037 • 202-296-0505
Distance: ~0.28 mi *
        Description: DUPONT CIRCLE. Formerly known as Badlands, this club caters to a gay crowd. It's a large club with a new wooden dance floor and a generously-sized projection screen. The clientele is typically young and trendy, and the club is open weeknights when most other dance clubs are cooling their heels. The downstairs lounge features comfortable couches, while the upstairs area has a long bar and more upholstered sofas, perfect for relaxing. Trendy dress.
        User Rating: 7 / 10
       

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Brickskeller Saloon
(Nightlife - Bars)
1523 22nd St NW, Washington  20037 • 202-293-1885
Distance: ~0.38 mi *
        Description: DUPONT CIRCLE. Brickskeller is most famous for its collection of different beers. With more than 1000 different brands, you can expand your tastes, trying out beers from all over the world. From lightest ale to boldest lager, they have something to suit every taste. The ambience is fun and relaxed, attracting a slightly older crowd. Good snacks and sandwiches are available as well. METRO: Dupont Circle
       

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Guards
(Nightlife - Bars)
2915 M St NW, Washington  20007 • 202-965-2350
Distance: ~0.38 mi *
        Description: GEORGETOWN. The Guards' usual crowd is a mix of college students and young professionals, but it has been known to attract more notable guests, including actor Chris O'Donnell. The place is welcoming and comfortable; depending on the season, you can hang out at the fireplace or mill around in the atrium. Tables at the front offer views of passers-by, and the upholstered furniture attracts regulars. The big, curved bar easily accommodates a passel of drinkers who don't want to be too far from the action. Food is available, and bachelor parties and other functions are welcomed. METRO: Foggy Bottom
        User Rating: 4.5 / 10
       

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Mendocino Grille & Wine Bar
(Nightlife - Bars)
2917 M St NW, Washington  20007 • 202-333-2912
Distance: ~0.38 mi *
        Description: GEORGETOWN. This renovated grill and wine bar has gained added charm with buffed hardwood floors and upholstered furniture. Its primary draw is wine tastings, which happen each Thursday from 6pm to 7:30pm. Aficionados gather to sample intriguing vintages and to dine well. Ingredients are all organic and fresh, including field-raised meats, naturally grown produce, and wild, not farmed, fish. A California sensibility accents the inherent flavors of these fresh goods. Try broiled bluepoint oyster appetizers, white fish, wine-braised octopus, or vegetable ragout.
       

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Rumors
(Nightlife - Dance Clubs)
1900 M St NW, Washington  20036 • 202-466-7378
Distance: ~0.42 mi *
        Description: DUPONT CIRCLE. Washington is full of eligible singles, and many converge at Rumors for a long night of dancing and socializing. The outdoor patio is a welcome escape if you need a break or a breath of fresh air. METRO: Faragut West
       

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Buffalo Billiards
(Nightlife - Bars)
1330 19th St NW, Washington  20036 • 202-331-7665
Distance: ~0.48 mi *
        Description: DUPONT CIRCLE. A hip young crowd co-mingles with upscale professionals and rowdy groups at this always-hopping pool hall. If you have skills with a cue stick, this is your place: 30 pool tables give you plenty of room to show your prowess. If you don't play pool, you'll enjoy the airy outdoor patio, the huge selection of drinks, the well-stocked cigar humidor, or perhaps a game of snooker on one of the few snooker tables in the city. The rustic Western decor, friendly staff, and tasty dining options make this an all-around winner for a night of relaxation or revelry.
       

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Ozio Restaurant and Lounge
(Nightlife - Lounge)
1813 M St NW, Washington  20036 • 202-822-6000
Distance: ~0.50 mi *
        Description: DUPONT CIRCLE. This four-story establishment bills itself as DC's premier cigar and martini lounge. It certainly has plenty of space for a trendy clientele dressed to the nines and ready to party. The place features multiple bars and dance floors, as well as a top-notch sound system and live entertainment. Art Deco decor adds to the oh-so-chic feel that pervades the space. Dress in your most stylish, because it's a dolled-up crowd. METRO: Dupont Circle
       

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Mr. Smith's
(Nightlife - Bars)
3104 M St NW, Washington  20007 • 202-333-3104
Distance: ~0.53 mi *
        Description: GEORGETOWN. In winter, you're warmed by three fireplaces; in spring and summer, you reap the benefits of a beautiful, sheltered garden. This cozy establishment offers patrons two bars and immeasurable fun. They serve a range of drinks, including a number of frosty frozen concoctions. If you're hungry, try the filling pub grub; it's homemade and delicious. In the evenings, the place transforms into a piano bar, and patrons sing along from 9pm until 1am. Local bands play nightly.
        User Rating: 7.5 / 10
       

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Fly Lounge
(Nightlife - Lounge)
1802 Jefferson Pl NW, Washington  20036 • 202-828-4433
Distance: ~0.53 mi *
        Description: DUPONT CIRCLE. You might not be soaring through the skies, but this clever lounge offers all the perks of luxury travel, plus some. Housed in a basement, Fly’s design replicates the interior of a passenger plane, with sleek banquettes, ottomans and cocktail tables lining one wall and a velvet rope separating the seating area from the service aisle. Table reservations are required, but a fun cocktail bar welcomes walk-ins.
       

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MCCXXIII
(Nightlife - Bars)
1223 Connecticut Ave NW, Washington  20036 • 202-822-1800
Distance: ~0.56 mi *
        Description: DUPONT CIRCLE. One of the more seductive nightspots in the Dupont district, Twelve-Twenty-Three is a modern temple to all things beautiful and opulent. The discriminating door policy and inflated prices (yes, those are Roman numerals on the menu) ensure a certain caliber of clientele. On the first level is a soapstone bar flanked by velvet couches and a small dance floor; the second-floor lounge capitalizes on great views of Connecticut Avenue. Seeking a more exclusive brand of cool, high-rollers reserve a table or bed on the chic VIP level, called Spank, where the crowd tends to be model-quality and the staff at the white onyx bar serves up premium mixed drinks. METRO: Dupont Circle
        User Rating: 10 / 10
       

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