Blue Gin

1206 Wisconsin Ave NW, Washington, DC 20007 202-965-5555

Description: GEORGETOWN. A modern bar with evocative design elements and a rep for potent elixirs made with fresh fruit purees, Blue Gin is one of those hotspots only the beautiful frequent ­ of course, the well-hidden entrance and discriminating door policy make its cool factor legendary. A minimalist, Euro-suave decor dominates the lounge with brown leather sofas, bold red walls and contemporary lighting. Meanwhile, the equally stylish dance floor pulsates from urban and house mixes. Blue Gin maintains a 25-and-up policy, ensuring that the place maintains its more mature vibe long into the night. METRO: Foggy Bottom
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Bohemian Caverns

2001 Eleventh Street NW, Washington, DC 20001 202-299-0801

Description: DOWNTOWN. A classy dining room, accented with dark wood, elegant chandeliers, a piano and a fireplace, greets guests at Bohemian caverns. Menu items include the "Miles Davis" (lamb kabobs on saffron rice), the "Charlie Parker" (linguine with crabmeat, shrimp, scallions and Roma tomatoes) and other Mediterranean-inspired dishes. After dinner, descend into the legendary Club Caverns, a below-ground concert venue adorned in geologically themed décor, for the main event. If jazz isn't your thing, then check out Club 2001, the upstairs lounge, where DJs spin a wider variety of tunes.
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Chi-Cha Lounge

1624 U St NW, Washington, DC 20009 202-234-8400

Description: U STREET. The Chi Cha is a chic bar and lounge where a young professional crowd goes to see and be seen. You can munch on Andean tapas and nurse a glass of homemade sangria or sip a cocktail while listening to Latin jazz. Try the Chi-Cha, the flavorful tequila-based house specialty drink. METRO: U Street/Cardoza
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Chloe

2473 18th St NW, Washington, DC 20009 202-265-6592

Description: ADAMS-MORGAN. Large and flamboyant, this SoBe-inspired club attracts an exuberant crowd and overflowing admission line. Chrome fixtures, pink and turquoise decor, 70s style furniture and colored lights adorn this multi-level space. Four full-service bars and a menu offering steak, ribs and seafood are available to satiate your needs. The dance floor bursts with energy as guests groove to hip-hop and house. Space is tight in this high-end club, so if you're ambitious arrive before 11pm.
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Felix & Spy Lounge

2406 18th St NW, Washington, DC 20009 202-483-3549

Description: ADAMS-MORGAN. Felix, both restaurant and lounge, attracts an upscale crowd. The long, narrow interior features high ceilings, warm wood flooring, and sleek furniture. The globally inspired menu offers everything several tapas, as well as more traditionally-sized entrees. Perhaps best known for its martini bar, the 18th Street establishment has many creative drinks, including Passion Melon and Cossack Coffee from "Felix Selections" and KGB and Dr. No's Madness from "Bond Selections." Live music is generally house, jazz, Latin, or rock. METRO: U Street/Cardozo
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Fly Lounge

1802 Jefferson Pl NW, Washington, DC 20036 202-828-4433

Description: DUPONT CIRCLE. You might not be soaring through the skies, but this clever lounge offers all the perks of luxury travel, plus some. Housed in a basement, Fly's design replicates the interior of a passenger plane, with sleek banquettes, ottomans and cocktail tables lining one wall and a velvet rope separating the seating area from the service aisle. Table reservations are required, but a fun cocktail bar welcomes walk-ins.
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H2O Restaurant & Lounge

800 Water St, Washington, DC 20024

Description: SOUTHWEST. Situated on the Potomac, this gorgeous venue houses a restaurant and night club. A freestanding bar graces the spacious lobby, and in the dining room, patrons savor views of the river and nibble on seafood specialties. A bountiful Sunday brunch includes a carving station, waffles, omelets and an impressive bar. On the weekend nights, DJs host awesome dance parties from Friday's International Night (featuring Latin, house and trance music) to Soulfood Saturday's combination of hip hop, reggae and R&B.
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Halo

1435 P St NW, Washington, DC 20005 202-797-9730

Description: LOGAN CIRCLE. The creative brain trust behind this stylish watering hole, which occupies a former auto glass store, was intent on giving DC's gay community a trendy-yet-comfortable hangout ­ a gathering place designed along the lines of the fashionable lounges found in boutique hotels. Halo's clean white walls, low-key attitude and no-smoking policy make it a heavenly place to relax with friends over a mojito or chocolate-strawberry martini, prompting critics and regulars to offer up a collective "Kudos!" METRO: U Street
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Helix Lounge

1430 Rhode Island Ave, Hotel Helix, Washington, DC 20006 202-462-9001

Description: LOGAN CIRCLE. Step into the Helix Lounge and you'll immediately sense the allure of the white leather couches and colored lights. Cushy sitting areas and private booths provide solace from the crowd and opportunities for quiet conversation. Savor a top-notch cocktail such as the Pajama Party (Stoli raz, Sprite, lime juice and champagne), Electric Lemonade, or Strawberry Cheesecake while enjoying the DJ's mix of tunes. Satisfying any craving, the menu offers a mix of snack and meal items from the Potato Martinis and calamari to burgers and grilled chicken salads. METRO: McPherson Sq
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IndeBleu

707 G St NW, Washington, DC 20001 202-333-2538

Description: DOWNTOWN. Posh IndeBlue wins high marks from scenesters for the bold Franco-Indian fare served in its restaurant. Downstairs is a suave lounge where the well-heeled clientele settle into sexy furniture and enjoy Beluga caviar and foie gras along with their glass of pinot or an expertly-mixed cocktail. Wednesday through Saturday nights, the lounge also hosts some of the capital city's top DJs, who add to the cosmopolitan atmosphere with their hand-picked selections of world beats. Neat to note: IndeBlue's cocktail menu is designed to resemble a Metro map. METRO: Gallery Place/Chinatown
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Jin

2017 14th St NW, Washington, DC 20009 202-332-2104

Description: U STREET. Trendy red couches and cocktail tables accommodate patrons, who nibble on snacks like edamame hummus and Bahamian conch fritters at this hip, Asian-inspired lounge.
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Lounge 201

201 Massachusetts Ave NE, Washington, DC 20002 202-544-5201

Description: CAPITOL HILL. The curved red line of the countertop catches your eye when you enter this Capitol Hill martini lounge, where young professionals gather at happy hour to sip cocktails or shoot billiards while jazz plays in the background. Over 17 martinis are available, ranging from the classic Three-Olive to the Mandarin Madness to the Tiramisu Tini, and a limited menu offers high-end specialties such as calamari and flatbread pizza. For a quieter evening, patrons may retreat to a swanky leather booth or lounge on the couches in the next room. METRO: Union Station
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Lucky Strike

701 7th St NW, Gallery Place, Washington, DC 20001 202-347-1021

Description: DOWNTOWN. If for you bowling brings to mind teenage parties, vending machines and cheap beer, think again. Hardwood floors, globe-shaped orange lanterns, retro furniture and a sleek cocktail bar round out the picture at this celebrity favorite. Three 10-foot high definition TVs, eight plasma screens and several billiard tables flank the sports bar, and sleek slate-colored couches, situated right outside the pristine lanes, seat bowlers. The trendy, upscale menu offers a wide range of starters such as chicken skewers flavored to your liking, the ahi tuna martini, goat cheese-filled tarts, and tomato and cheese s'mores, and a variety of salads, gourmet pizzas, burgers and pressed sandwiches.
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Oya Restaurant & Lounge

777 9th St NW, Washington, DC 20001 202-393-1400

Description: DOWNTOWN. Sleek, sophisticated and slightly exotic, this lounge specializes in rum cocktails. Its red crocodile skin-topped bar counter contrasts the white of the room, and marble fireplaces and long, curved banquettes line the wall. For an admittedly high "freight fee," patrons may reserve one of two private lounge areas and spend an incredibly pleasurable evening in front of the fireplace, sipping cocktails made with fresh watermelon, cilantro, lime and tropical bananas. METRO: Gallery Place-Chinatown
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Ozio Restaurant and Lounge

1813 M St NW, Washington, DC 20036 202-822-6000

Description: DUPONT CIRCLE. This four-story establishment bills itself as DC's premier cigar and martini lounge. It certainly has plenty of space for a trendy clientele dressed to the nines and ready to party. The place features multiple bars and dance floors, as well as a top-notch sound system and live entertainment. Art Deco decor adds to the oh-so-chic feel that pervades the space. Dress in your most stylish, because it's a dolled-up crowd. METRO: Dupont Circle
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Platinum Nightclub

915 F St NW, Washington, DC 20004 202-393-3555

Description: DOWNTOWN. For the upscale, hip type who loves to dance, this club is the ideal venue. Located in a redesigned 19th century building, the decor and drink selelction are winning rave reviews from local club-hoppers. Get your name on the list for the VIP lounge or dance the night away on one of the three dance floors. Valet parking and VIP memberships are available. Elegant members' lounge. METRO: Metro Center
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Rock n Roll Hotel

1353 H Street, Washington, DC 20002 202-388-7625

Description: CAPITOL HILL. At this nostalgic club, DJs and occasional live rock bands stir up action on the dance floor, and a themed bar and lounge (upstairs) provide plenty of space for relaxation.
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Russia House Restaurant & Lounge

1800 Connecticut Ave NW, Washington, DC 20009 202-234-9433

Description: DUPONT CIRCLE. Why go to Russia when you can find vodka and caviar a short walk from Dupont Circle? Housed in an imposing stone townhouse, Russia House offers a regal lounge, over fifty varieties of vodka and traditional Russian cuisine. The splendor of Imperial Russia is reflected in the lounge's interior, adorned with fine art, marble decor and red damask wall coverings. Despite its apparent formality, on the weekends its Eastern European patrons flock to the lounge, creating a lively atmosphere. If fine dining is what you're after, the restaurant serves large and small plates, and menu offerings include vodka dill salmon, mushroom potato crocotte, oven roasted duck breast and beef stroganoff. METRO: Dupont Cir
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Sky Terrace

515 15th St NW, Hotel Washington, Washington, DC 20004 202-638-5900

Description: DOWNTOWN. This bar has an amazing view from the outside terrace. While you sip on a favorite cocktail, watch the sun set over the Washington Monument, the Executive Office Building and the White House. Dessert and light fare are served if you're in the mood for a bite. If you happen to be here on July 4th, it's the best spot in the city to watch fireworks ­ but remember, you can't make reservations for the event until exactly two weeks beforehand. METRO: Metro Center
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Toledo Lounge

2435 18th St NW, Washington, DC 20009 202-986-5416

Description: ADAMS-MORGAN. This bar is decked out in a 1940s and 1950s theme, with memorabilia and photos from that era adorning the walls. Play your favorite song on the jukebox and order one of their famous martinis or margaritas. There is also a wide selection of food, just in case you come hungry. Be prepared to make new friends because the Toledo Lounge is a very social place. METRO: Woodley Park/Zoo
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