Washington DC - Upper Northwest - Nightlife

2408 Wisconsin Ave. NW, Washington DC 20007
202-337-1313

Gin & Tonic Tavern

So bad it's good. Freshly-shaven face of gritty Hoya drinking haunt from Bill Clinton days. Yes, you too can carry on your worst college behavior long after you've left college. Alpha Kappa Psi mea... read more

3718 14th St. NW, Washington DC 20010
202-291-5000

The Red Derby

The biggest nerds grow up to be dapper philosophers. Dive or no dive? Signless shopfront in hair-raising barrio points to yes, alas clean living, positive vibe and conscientious staff all fail to ... read more

1101 Kenyon St. NW, Washington DC 20010
202-232-5263

Wonderland Ballroom

Your favorite college bar evolves. Same concept but fewer Neanderthals. Better beer, bands, and babes (sometimes). The guy with the hat went to the bathroom to check the tilt of his hat. Foot lo... read more

3311 Connecticut Ave. NW, Washington DC 20008
202-244-6550

Bardeo

Some people like to get drunk in back alleyways, some in dingy basements, and others alone in front of the TV. Classy types always take the Mediterranean route—the cheerful buzz that comes wi... read more

3417 Connecticut Ave. NW, Washington DC 20008
202-244-7995

The Aroma Company

Ballsy martini bar shows city officials the finger (or a doctor's note) to keep smokers inside, and it works, so in the words of Pink Floyd: come in here, dear boy, have a cigar. Bright, grown-up ... read more