ENTERTAINMENT & NIGHTLIFE Ben's Next Door "Next door" to DC landmark Ben’s Chili Bowl, featuring incredible cuisine, a 53 ft. full bar and a warm and inviting staff ready to serve you. 8 6 1211 U St. NW (202) 667-8880 bensnextdoor.com w U Street " U Street/African-Amer Civil War Memorial/Cardozo w Shaw " Mt Vernon Sq 7th St-Convention Center Church Hall Ben's Upstairs Infusing spirited Southern food with Caribbean spices and influences, a thoughtful selection of local craft beer and fine craft cocktails. 8 6 1001 H St. NE (202) 733-2405 bensupstairs.com w H St. NE " Union Station A two-story, neighborhood gathering spot made comfortable with communal seating, fireplaces and 17 TVs. This is the perfect pub grub for large groups. 8 1070 Wisconsin Ave. NW (202) 847-0953 churchhalldc.com w Georgetown " Foggy Bottom-GWU or flight as well as a seasonally focused dinner menu. 8 6 777 6th St. NW (202) 864-6445 flightdc.com w Penn Quarter/Chinatown " Gallery Pl-Chinatown Franklin Hall Circle Bistro Bier Baron Tavern Comedy Loft Beer bar and stand-up comedy club featuring 500 beers from around the world and stand-up comedian performances every week. 1523 22nd St. NW (202) 293-1887 bierbarondc.com w Dupont Circle " Dupont Circle Soothing pastel decor and eclectic cuisine by a critically acclaimed chef. Open daily. 8 6 1 Washington Cir. NW One Washington Circle Hotel (202) 293-5390 circlebistro.com w Foggy Bottom " Foggy Bottom-GWU An expansive beer hall featuring a 60 ft. full-service bar, communal tables, bar games, nine TVs and a walk-up window for food. 8 6 1348 Florida Ave. NW (202) 750-8646 franklinhalldc.com w U Street " U Street/African-Amer Civil War Memorial/Cardozo The Hamilton Cure Bar & Bistro Birch & Barley/ChurchKey This fine-dining restaurant fea-tures Chef Bill Williamson's sea-sonal menus, a stellar wine list and the innovative beer program hosted by ChurchKey. 8 6 1337 14th St. NW (202) 567-2576 birchandbarley.com w Logan Circle " McPherson Square Enjoy locally inspired dishes with a farm-to-table menu and unique beverage pairings for lunch, happy hour or dinner. 8 6 1000 H St. NW Grand Hyatt Washington (202) 637-4906 curebarandbistro.com w Penn Quarter/Chinatown " Metro Center American fare by Chef Anthony Lombardo. Designed to capture DC's creative and food-savvy audience in a contemporary, eclectic environment. 8 6 600 14th St. NW (202) 787-1000 thehamiltondc.com w Downtown " Metro Center Ivy City Smokehouse District ChopHouse & Brewery Where the '40s are still fabulous. A warm, intimate gathering place serving DC's finest steaks, chops and seafood. 8 6 509 7th St. NW (202) 347-3434 districtchophouse.com w Penn Quarter/Chinatown " Gallery Pl-Chinatown Neighborhood restaurant serving seafood smoked on-site and served with the freshest local ingredients. 8 6 1356 Okie St. NE (202) 342-3535 ivycitytavern.com w H St. NE " NoMa-Gallaudet U HE La Vie Black Jack & TILT Side Bar Offering a dive scene with elevated food and drink. TILT, a bar within a bar, is a refuge for whimsical cocktails and quirky snacks. 8 6 1612 14th St. NW (202) 319-1612 blackjackdc.com w Logan Circle " Dupont Circle, U Street/African-Amer Civil War Memorial/Cardozo Espita Mezcaleria Calico A restaurant, bar and urban backyard with shareable plates, draft beer, wines and cocktails. 50 Blagden Alley NW (202) 733-1152 calicodc.com DC’s premier Mexican restaurant and mezcal bar, where the dishes and drinks begin with respect for the past before being made special and innovative. 8 6 1250 9th St. NW (202) 621-9695 espitadc.com w Shaw " Mt Vernon Sq 7th St-Convention Center Stunning waterfront views as you dine on delectable coastal-inspired cuisine. An outside terrace elevates your evening to something truly special. 8 88 District Sq. SW (202) 560-5501 laviedc.com w Southwest Waterfront " L'Enfant Plaza, Waterfront Lucky Strike Lanes Flight This wine bar from husband-wife duo Kabir Amir and Swati Bose offers wine by the glass, bottle Showcasing a fun night on the town with boutique bowling, bil-liards, mouthwatering American cuisine and innovative cocktails in an upscale venue. 8 6 701 7th St. NW, 2nd Fl. (202) 347-1021 bowlluckystrike.com w Penn Quarter/Chinatown " Gallery Pl-Chinatown WASHINGTON.ORG | 75
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