Tiny, retro-indie music venue with arcade games, a jukebox, and veggie-friendly food.
Once home to the annual convention of Daughters of the American Revolution, the historic hall now hosts concerts for some of music’s biggest names.
Several levels of hipster lounging with good (often live) music, patio space, and cocktails worth a try.
Home to concerts, comedy shows, and traveling musicals, Warner is as opulent a theater as one can get in D.C.
Some of the jazz and blues greats pass through this unassuming Georgetown lounge.
Authentic jazz from serious musicians with a solid menu of Ethiopian dishes.
D.C.’s largest alfresco home to summer concerts, theater events, and workshops.
Despite its location in a strip mall, the coffee shop oozes indie credibility with nightly shows, decent cafe nibbles, and quality performances for kids most mornings.
D.C.’s artistic temple hosts marquee touring performances, symphonies, and a free daily show at the Millennium Stage, all with Potomac River views.
Two-story bar/resto/concert hall is decked with luxe hotelish stylings — from hanging chandeliers, gilded mirrors, and velvet drapes to private rooms called the Presidential and Honeymoon suites.