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Rusted Root at the 9:30 Club
Patrick Morrissey
The Washington Post - the paper of record in the city, the Friday Weekend section has the most extensive listings.
Washington City Paper - the city's free weekly, full of reviews and out of the mainstream commentary. It comes out every Thursday. Washington has tons of clubs, whether you want to see bands perform or would rather just dance to a DJ.
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Froggy Bottom Club
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| address: | 2142 Pennsylvania Ave NW |
| tel: | (202)338-3000 |
Fox and Hounds
Edit ThisYou won't find a stronger drink at a better price, at least not in the trendy DuPont Circle area. Trio's Fox & Hounds (next to the Trio Restaurant) brings you a glass full of liquor and a small 6 oz. bottle of mixer for a very reasonable $3-$4. Especially on pleasant evenings, the ample outside seating makes this a perfect place to gather with friends. This place is hardly a secret, though, so it can get very crowded - best to leave work half an hour early and start here. The atmosphere is extremely casual and the clientele is a mix of ethnicities and more..
| type: | Bars |
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| tel: | 202-232-6307 |
| address: | 1537 17th Street NW |
Vegas Lounge
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| address: | 1415 P St. NW |
| tel: | 202/483-3971. |
All Stars Comedy Club
Edit ThisAll Stars Comedy Club offers stand-up comedy shows that always have star comedians. Every show features a comedian that has appeared on HBO. Located in Woodbridge, VA this club serves customers from Washington, DC; Maryland; and Virginia. Visit their website for show information www.allstarscomedy.com
Tuesday - Open Mic Night - Our version of the Gong Show. Just about any talent welcome - those that don't get gonged have the opportunity for a paid performance plus a mention on DC101! more..
| type: | Clubs and dancing |
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| ClosingTime: | after the shows are done |
| tel: | 703-739-7377 |
| url: | www.allstarscomedy.com |
| address: | 13188 Marina Way |
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9:30
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Clark Baechle of The Faint at the 9:30 Club
photo by: Patrick Morrissey
9:30 Club - this place is a palace. Many people, this editor included, consider it to be the best club on the planet. Tons of national alternative acts play at 9:30. For the best view (and to avoid jostling), get there early for a spot on the balcony railing. Metro: U St./Cardozo.
| type: | Live Music |
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| address: | 815 V St., N.W |
| tel: | 202-393-0930 |
Heaven & Hell
Edit ThisClub Heaven & Hell - In the "Heaven" section of this dance club you have different DJ's playing different styles of music each night of the week. Thursday night is probably the most popular with an awesome 80's dance party. "Hell" is a bar that has open mic poetry on Sunday nights. Metro: U St/Cardozo + 92 or 98 Bus. , N.W.
This club is not for the pretentious or those whose aesthetic sensibilities are easily offended. On 80's night, this is a grungier "Polly Esther's"; only difference is that Heaven & Hell is fun.
| type: | Dancing |
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| address: | 2327 18th St. |
| tel: | (703)522-4227 |
Habana Village
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| address: | 1834 Columbia Rd. NW |
| tel: | 202/462-6310. |
Garvins Comedy Club
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| address: | 5323 16th St NW |
| tel: | (202)872-8880 |
La Frontera Cantina
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| address: | 1633 12th ST |
| tel: | (202)232-0437 |
Comedy Connection
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| address: | 312 Main St. |
| tel: | 301/490-1993 |
Kilimanjaro
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| address: | California St. |
| tel: | 202-328-3838. |
Platinum
Edit ThisThis place is HOT! Its a high-end, high dollar experience on Thurs thru Sat. But worth it! Everyone is dressed to the 9's , and you might spot a celebrity being escorted to the VIP room. (How do you get in? Well the staff walks around looking for hot chicks to bring into the VIP room, of course)
You must pay to get in, they have coat check, and valet. Platinum has a large open dance floor, with two levels of walk ways that wrap-around the room with tables and seating. Anywhere you stand, you can see the mass of people dancing on the main floor. The music more..
| type: | Erotic clubs and bars |
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| address: | 915 F St. NW |
| tel: | 202/393-3555. |
| ClosingTime: | 3am |
Improvisation Comedy Club
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| address: | 1140 Connecticut Ave NW |
| tel: | (202)296-7008 |
Camelon Nite Club
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| address: | 1823 M St NW |
| tel: | (202)887-5966 |
Chealsea’s
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| address: | 1055 Thomas Jefferson St. NW |
| tel: | 202/298-8222. |
Buttons Place
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| address: | 1015 1/2 7th St NW |
| tel: | (202)637-9595 |
