Georgetown nightlife — upscale cocktail bars, hidden speakeasies, and waterfront views along the C&O Canal.
Vibe: Upscale, preppy, historic, great cocktail scene
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60 venues in Georgetown
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This spot in Georgetown has a low-key charm that attracts music lovers and casual drinkers alike. The crowd is a mix of locals and visitors, creating a relaxed yet engaged atmosphere. Expect a comfortable noise level that allows for conversation, all while enjoying the sounds of live performances in a cozy setting.
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Long-standing shop featuring a wide range of wines, beers & liquors, as well as tastings.
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Sushi, Latin cocktails & more are served in a posh, modern space that holds occasional DJ'd parties.
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Rustic spot features traditional French fare downstairs, plus a wine bar upstairs.
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Elegant, airy bar in a French restaurant offering wine, cocktails, beer & Mediterranean snacks.
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Brick walls, a copper-topped bar & a fireplace create a cozy ambiance for French wine & light fare.
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Jazz & blues junkies get up close & personal with headline acts at this intimate club with food.
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'70s-style basement bar with pool, shuffleboard, darts & board games, plus an American menu.
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Elegant hotel offering a spa & fine dining, plus a rooftop lounge & infinity pool with city views.
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Casual, family-run bar with wines from around the world, Mediterranean snacks & flatbread pizza.
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Stylish & modern steakhouse in the Four Seasons with seasonal American fare & butter-poached meat.
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Popular tavern serving American eats in both a cozy interior with wooden booths & outdoors.
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Sophisticated Italian seafood, plus wine & cocktails, in a luxe, modern setting with river views.
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Spanish small plates, sangria & wine are served in rustic yet elegant digs with a sidewalk patio.
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Long-running local chain serving classic American dishes & cocktails in a traditional setting.
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Veteran university haunt in converted 19th-century townhouse serving comfort fare, brews & pub grub.
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Elevated American fare & craft cocktails served in a refined yet casual setting with an upbeat vibe.
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Lively eatery serving sizable burritos, tacos & other classic Tex-Mex eats, plus margarita pitchers.
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Polished destination offering a menu of creatively presented Italian dishes, plus wine & cocktails.
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A selection of wines, crêpes & other bistro fare in a neighborhood setting with an upstairs lounge.
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The Four Seasons Hotel's sleek bar offers high-end cocktails, farm-fresh pub menu & people watching.
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Wide-ranging roster of Belgian-style brews & robust Flemish-inspired fare in a cozy pub & airy bar.
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Easygoing restaurant with a central oven for wood-fired pizzas, plus a menu of international beers.
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Cozy shop offering rare & hard-to-find wines & spirits along with weekend tasting events.
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Cocktail bar with an industrial feel located within the Ritz-Carlton serving elevated bar bites.
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Long-running saloon with Tiffany-style lamps & piano music inside & a large garden space in back.
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Dramatic river views & swanky design define this soaring, spacious American with a killer terrace.
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A dimly lit hideaway in The Graham Georgetown Hotel serving small plates, cocktails & breakfast.
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Italian-American fare, bowling & bocce in a sprawling space with indoor & outdoor seating & a bar.
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Small, cheery cafe offering a mix of light fare, baked goods & pastries, plus coffee & wine.
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Rock-themed burger spot offering a variety of draft beers & customizable burgers in a glam setting.
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Spanish wines & small plates blend with bullfight decor at a romantic dark-lit wine bar & eatery.
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Chic hotel with a cozy cellar cocktail bar & restaurant, plus a rooftop lounge/bar with city views.
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Sophisticated rooftop setting, with city vistas, artisan cocktails & light fare from a noted chef.
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Rooftop lounge in luxury boutique hotel offering panoramic views & specialty cocktails.
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Old-world dining room with traditional Italian veal, seafood & pasta dishes, plus sidewalk seating.
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Basement-level venue with well-versed piano men, sing-alongs & cocktails named for musical legends.
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Floor-to-ceiling windows & outdoor seating provide scenic river views as patrons dine on seafood.
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Riverfront grill with outdoor patio seating plus a window-lined dining room & full bar.
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Shalimar Lounge brings a relaxed, low-key feel to Georgetown's bustling scene. The room buzzes with the chatter of a diverse crowd, making it easy to find a seat and settle in. Dim lighting, comfortable seating, and a laid-back ambiance invite you to linger as the night unfolds.
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