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Robb Report Best of the Best 2010

Travel + Leisure Worlds Best Award Recognized 2010

As the nation's capital and a vibrant, multi-cultural city in its own right, Washington, D.C. offers rich rewards for visitors. From top-rated and trend-setting dining spots to some of the world's finest cultural institutions, below is a list of things to not miss while in the city.

Nightlife
Guide - Nightlife - Sports Bar

Buffalo Billiards

1330 19th St NW, Washington, DC 20036 202-331-7665

Description: DUPONT CIRCLE. A hip young crowd co-mingles with upscale professionals and rowdy groups at this always-hopping pool hall. If you have skills with a cue stick, this is your place: 30 pool tables give you plenty of room to show your prowess. If you don't play pool, you'll enjoy the airy outdoor patio, the huge selection of drinks, the well-stocked cigar humidor, or perhaps a game of snooker on one of the few snooker tables in the city. The rustic Western decor, friendly staff, and tasty dining options make this an all-around winner for a night of relaxation or revelry.
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Bullfeathers of Capitol Hill

410 1st St SE, Washington, DC 20003 202-543-5005

Description: CAPITOL HILL. Bullfeathers gets its name from Teddy Roosevelt's favorite expression and is a polite version of that other "bull" expletive. During the day, you'll find politicians from Capitol Hill flocking to this bar, where they down juicy burgers and watch news programs on the overhead TVs. In the evenings, a younger crowd gathers for hours of rowdy socializing. Pop music plays in the background, happy hour offers good prices on beer, and Mondays feature half-price burgers. METRO: Capitol South
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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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Parker's American Bistro

4824 Bethesda Ave, Bethesda, MD 20814-5202 301-654-6366

Description: BETHESDA. This laid-back bistro places a premium on sports and channels all the best games into the establishment via satellite TV. The clientele at the bar is a younger crowd, although a lot of families show up in the dining area. Thirteen screens surround you with sports, so it's a good idea to be a fan if you come to hang out. While you cheer for your team, have a cheap beer and chat with friends. Food includes sandwiches, burgers, steak, chicken and pork.
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