Marvelous drinks and food in an intimate club setting featuring today’s best jazz performers.
1073 Wisconsin Ave, NW
Blues Alley
Madam’s Organ
For
years this Adams Morgan fixture has defined the middle-of-the-road club
scene in the city. Live music and dancing. Their slogan is “Where the
Beautiful People go to get ugly.”
2461 18th St, NW
Madam’s Organ
The Park at Fourteenth
Dress
to impress at this popular downtown stop, which attracts its share of
fashionable locals. This elegant four-level club is known for its smooth
music and trendy cocktails.
920 14th St, NW
The Park at Fourteenth
9:30 Club
Edgy,
creative live music by some of the best national bands and performers,
in a straight stand-up-and-play atmosphere. The young crowds are
boisterous and know their music.
815 V St, NW
The DC Improv
This
local establishment of the chain of comedy clubs books some outstanding
talents. There is also a restaurant that serves a full menu.
1140 Connecticut Ave, NW
The DC Improv
Birchmere
Billing
itself as a “music hall,” the Birchmere has continually presented the
very top folk, country, blues, bluegrass, and swing bands. Good snacks
and a full bar.
3701 Mt Vernon Ave, Alexandria, VA
Brickskeller Inn
A relaxed bar with hundreds of brands of beer. They sponsor tastings and events.
1523 22nd St, NW
Marvin
The
lower level of this low-key lounge is a restaurant, while the upper
level lures the crowds with its lively bar and an open-air deck.
2007 14th St, NW
18th Street Lounge
One of DC’s most exclusive nightclubs. Despite the dress code and strict doormen, the scene is cool and approachable.
1212 18th St, NW
Black Cat
An indie venue with two concert rooms, a pool table and juke box as well as a small cafe serving vegetarian meals.
