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The Dubliner
A wellspring of Celtic pride on Capitol Hill for 35-plus years, this weathered, welcoming dark wood-lined institution features all the classic pub grub and import drafts you'd expect, as well as custom amber ale and lager. Don some green this St. Paddy's Day, raise a pint and join the sing-a-long. (03/2011)
4 F St NW
202-737-3773
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NIDO BOUTIQUE
Situated in an old Georgetown rowhouse, this personality-stuffed women’s boutique is as affordable as it is eclectic, offering a selection of conversation-piece clothing, jewelry/ accessories and décor. Adding to the whimsy, local designers launch pop-up shops within that offer one-of-a-kind wares. (01/2011)
1425 Wisconsin Ave NW
202-333-5445
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ARTISPHERE
A newly renovated multidisciplinary performing arts hub only one Metro stop outside the District, this substantial cultural campus plays permanent host to the Washington Shakespeare Company, the National Chamber Ensemble, mixed media galleries, live performance spaces, fi lm festivals and other manners of artistic expression. (01/2011)
1101 Wilson Blvd
703-875-1100
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THE ANACOSTIA COMMUNITY MUSEUM
Whether to commemorate Martin Luther King Jr. Day, the approaching Black History Month (February) or just to explore the culture and community of the African-American experience, a visit to these exhibits and outreach programs offers an enriching view into the colorfully woven fabric of our diverse and ever-evolving nation. (01/2011)
1901 Fort Place SE
202-633-4820
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DC IMPROV
Proving every monologue in Washington isn’t a carefully calculated, deathly serious affair, this club serves up great standup comedy alongside well-mixed drinks. The stark, blackbox interior belies the quality of comics who perform here, including John Oliver (Jan. 7-8) and Sheryl Underwood (Jan. 20-23). (01/2011)
1140 Connecticut Ave NW
202-296-7008
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BAYOU BAKERY, COFFEE BAR & EATERY
Finding a proper beignet and chicory coffee has gone from no small feat to a big easy thanks to this NOLA-style bakery-café opened by pastry chef and Louisiana native David Guas. It also serves housemade pralines, fruit pop-overs and savory selections. $ (01/2011)
1515 N Courthouse Rd, Arlington, VA
703-243-2410
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CUBA LIBRE RESTAURANT & RUM BAR
With a theme park-worthy Havana street scene interior, this Penn Quarter restaurant and bar presents nouveau and traditional Cuban food, 70 rums and more than a dozen signature mojitos. Energetic Latin music and the “Rum & Coke” dessert complete the experience. $$ (01/2011)
801A Ninth St NW
202-408-1600
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P.J. CLARKE’S
A New York institution for more than a century, this venerable saloon concept has set up an elegantly antiqued DC outpost. It brings with it the famously lavish raw bar, dry-aged steaks and juicy patties proclaimed to be the Cadillac of burgers. Downstairs, Sidebar is a reservations-only, wood-lined, deal-sealing den. $$$ (01/2011)
1600 K St NW
202-463-6610
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WEST END CINEMA
This three-screen cinema matches art house cinema and artisan edibles for a reel-ly good time. Offering fi rst-run independent/foreign features, as well as a bartender and bistro selections, this cozy theater offers a great start to a night of cocktails and conversation. (01/2011)
2301 M St NW
202-419-3456
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RED PALACE
In a city not known for bipartisanship, here’s one venue that fans of burlesque, indie rock bands and dive bar prices can all agree upon. The merger of the Red & the Black and Palace of Wonders has created a roughly hewn, vaudevillian performance space. (01/2011)
1212 H St NE
202-399-3201
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BARBOUR
This is only the fourth US outpost of the historic British outerwear purveyor, which specializes in cotton garments pre-coated with waterproof wax that’ll help fight off rain, sleet and snow. (12/2010)
3221 M St
202-298-6032
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CASA NONNA
This south Dupont Circle endeavor offers rustic Roman/Tuscan fare. Acclaimed chef Amy Brandwein does everything from anti-pasti platters to gourmet Neopolitan-style pizzas to house-made pastas, served a la carte or family-style. The terra cotta-marble interior resonates with the clink of cocktails. $$$ (12/2010)
1250 Connecticut Ave NW
202-629-2505
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