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Can you recommend a nice bar in DC where I can get a seat on Friday around 10:30 PM? I am a cocktail/beer snob and would like to find somewhere relatively near Union Station where I can drink something fancy after my train gets in. [more inside]
posted by ferret branca on Feb 10, 2019 - 13 answers

My friend wants to do karaoke but is nervous. Is there a bar in DC that would be likely to provide a friendly, supportive environment for this? Difficulty level: Saturday night. [more inside]
posted by lunasol on Apr 22, 2015 - 2 answers

A friend will be travelling to D.C. on business later this week and is thinking of getting a nightcap one night at a local gay bar. She is wondering if anyone would be able to recommend a ladies friendly pub close to Union Station? She's staying at the Phoenix Park Hotel. TIA
posted by mcbeth on Mar 4, 2014 - 4 answers

My birthday's coming up, and I'm looking for a place near Dupont Circle (DC) to get together with friends and co-workers after work on a Friday where many of us can have dinner, but which will also smoothly accomodate some people coming in and out for drinks only (and people ordering their apps and/or entrees at different times.) Basically I'd like to be there for at least 2 to 3 hours but for it to be no problem for some people to come late or leave early, and for people to feel equally welcome either to stop by for a few drinks or to arrive at any point, have dinner and stick around to possibly continue elsewhere afterwards. [more inside]
posted by EmilyClimbs on Jan 18, 2013 - 9 answers

I'm looking for a quiet and classy hotel lobby in DC where a couple can have a drink tonight. [more inside]
posted by Xalf on Nov 23, 2012 - 5 answers

Last minute plans! Tell me the perfect bar in DC for drinking *and talking* this Saturday night. [more inside]
posted by heyforfour on Dec 1, 2011 - 9 answers

What is the best dive bar in Alexandria, VA (or the NoVA area, in general)? [more inside]
posted by TheOtherSide on Sep 9, 2010 - 7 answers

Where in Washington DC will I be able to watch el clasico (Barcelona v Real Madrid) this Sunday afternoon at 1pm? [more inside]
posted by uk_giffo on Nov 24, 2009 - 11 answers

Where to watch UFC in DC? [more inside]
posted by zephyr_words on Mar 5, 2009 - 4 answers

I just passed MA and am considering a move to DC. I'm looking for advice on which bar exam to potentially sit for in February 2009. [more inside]
posted by smallstatic on Nov 4, 2008 - 6 answers

Help me find my perfect bar in DC! [more inside]
posted by Loto on Oct 31, 2008 - 30 answers

Does any have advice in regard to holding a small charity event in a bar in the DC or DC-adjacent area of Maryland? [more inside]
posted by divka on Oct 6, 2008 - 2 answers

I'm looking for a bar in DC to rent out next Sunday for a combination birthday party / Superbowl party. The U Street / Adams Morgan / Dupont area is my ideal goal, but if you have the perfect location elsewhere in DC, throw it in here. [more inside]
posted by inigo2 on Jan 25, 2008 - 7 answers

I need to find a place for 10-12 co-workers to celebrate a holiday party in DC, but I need to ensure it isn't a sit-down meal. [more inside]
posted by rabbitsnake on Oct 18, 2007 - 5 answers