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    Such a great atmosphere and music! Love it!

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    No bag policy? What are they thinking? I love ESL but I've now twice been turned away for the crime of having a bag with me. Apparently they have a problem with theives, and this is their response. I can think of three others: i) look out for theives and prosecute them, ii) warn customers and tell them bags are their responsibility, iii) open up the coat check they have on the second floor. They were previously only turning away guys with bags, but it seems they've now reversed this discriminatory policy and are now applying their crazy plan to everyone.

    I will happily remove this negative review once ESL responds to tell me that the policy has been reversed. Until then, and as a cyclist who needs to carry a bag for my gear, I will be avoiding ESL entirely. And I have plenty of other pissed off friends joining me.

    Also, their security staff have a serious attitude problem. But I'm willing to forgive that if I'm actually allowed in

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    ESL has, is, and always will be one the more dope spots in DC. Unlike "Last Resort Row" (K Street NW between 13th and Vermont), the music here is fly and the crowd here can definitely be just as fly without the melodrama of smarmy dudes or bridge and tunnel muchachas. The bartenders here are friendly, fast, and competent...which helps when you're trying to get your dance on.

    ESL isn't as much of a hidden gem, or as exclusive as it's heyday when as a guy your options were to roll up with some dime pieces or pay a high cover charge. The music here is a huge draw if you're into breaking it down on the dance floor, this is still the place you can enjoy a night out. ESL has all sorts of music from downtempo beats, to house, and even moombahton (which, like go-go, is unique to DC).

    If you want to dress up, dance, chill with some cool peeps, or just grab a few drinks and kick it...ESL still brings it.

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    Longtime fixture on the DC nightlife scene.   The place where Thievery Corporation originated.  Key nights are Wednesday (live reggae night) and Sunday (international house music night).  Can be hit or miss. Great when the patio is open.

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    Why am I always a bit too tipsy to really take in all this place has to offer?  Why is it that I can never even remember how to get to this place?  Oh right, the tipsy-ness.

    As a somewhat frequent guest to Washington DC, I have met a number of awesome people who have brought me here as part of experiencing a night in DC on the town.  From what I have gleaned over the 2-3 times I have been taken here, it is truly a special place to get a drink.  A big old house has been converted into a mult-story, multi-bar, multi-dance floor space.  Longing rooms and outdoor patio included.

    This is really a unique place and a lot of fun.  Drinks are not too expensive (by my Bay Area standards) and there is simply nothing like it.  With all the modern/hipster/cookie-cutter bar/lounge spaces popping up all over the USA, this one stands out as unique and fun.

    What more can I say?  Party on party people.

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    There are tons of live music performances throughout the week and a selection of local DJs scattered throughout the rooms of this historic mansion that Teddy Roosevelt once lived in. I loved how I came here on a Sunday night and was so surprised at the large number of people here. Most people seem to be out of towners, and I'm sure this  lounge is  in various international travel guides. Besides the visitors, there were even some talented hip-hop dancers. I saw plenty of couples on dates, and friends relaxing over drinks throughout this dimly lit lounge. Prices are standard (~$12 for a mixed drink)

    I would not recommend coming here on a Friday/Saturday though where the masses come. Does not do this beautiful place justice. What you get on those days are a horseload of ppl and the music is deafening-- absolutely did not enjoy my time at all. I thought there were standards of how loud music can be, but ESP definitely cranks it all the way up, that you can't hear anything anybody says. I think they definitely play their music louder than other lounges in the area.

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    Du Pont is clicky and is normally packed a lot ofout of towers. ESL does a good job of breaking up the throngs into various rooms but it still ends up a bit underwhelming.

    I really enjoy live blues/rhythm/jazz on the top floor and the hard drink accompaniment. There are also some speak easy feeling corner spots and fun twists and turns. The dance patio is fun too when there is good music.

    The house is often nasty hot and sticky. I once wore shorts and another time sandals and was accosted and talked down to by the door staff. Once to the point where they intentionally sent me down a dark alley and a dingy strip club after I was friendly and asked for another local recommendation.

    Dont worry about the dress code if you know or dress like the door staff. Cheesy retro tshirts, stained ripped jeans, and sloppy drunks welcome with open arms.

    I think this place is cool, but its tailored to tourists. If you have an in or a grimy shirt you don't mind sweating through, it can be fun. Rock and Roll hotel is way more fun.

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    Loved this place! The jazz band was amazing. The bar was quick with the drinks. The crowd was classy, but not stuffy. In between sets, the drummer came up to me and befriended me. Took me all around the bar and introduced me to everyone he knew. I was there by myself, I don't know if he felt bad for me or what. Maybe he's just extremely friendly, but anyways, that was the place in a nutshell. Cool, classy and unpretentious. Did I mention that the jazz was amazing?

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    First, I HATE loud places.  I like quiet more ambiant type places/lounges where people can actually talk etc....My few times at ESL, the overwhelming theme is NOISE.  I mean I'm a musican I've played music for years, and the louder the tune dosen't mean it is good.  I wouldn't come here to meet new faces and talk, dance only, then maybe yes and by dance I don't mean real dancing like Salsa, Tango or ballroom more like random jerky uncontrolled body movements associated with EDM.  Not a good place to conversate.  

    Pro's nice decor, nice house overall....and if you happen to like really loud techno electric music then that too.....I personally don't....so for me that is a CON, they do server alcohol (big deal) not....

    Con's: for me just over amped up too loud EDM

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    I enjoyed my time at ESL during my first trip to DC (as an adult). I was in town for a conference and had time to spare during the weeknights. A few local colleagues spoke highly of ESL so we ventured out to Dupont Circle to check it out. I'm glad I had locals by my side to guide the way because I would have walked right by this old victorian house (speakeasy-like hidden entrance - I think even the bouncer was standing behind the door rather than on the open sidewalk). After a long day of sitting through panels and workshops, this was the perfect place to cap the night.

    Our group of 10-12 people had no trouble getting in. After checking in my coat, I spent the first couple of minutes exploring the endless rooms and floors. I really wanted to go around each room and take photos of everything but I didn't want to be THAT person.

    I had a hard time finding my group after splitting up with them but we later regrouped on the dance floor. By the end of the night, we huddled near the less crowded bar in the back of the room (not sure which floor). I thought drink prices were decent. I stuck to my sloppy-free go-to gin and tonic for "professional" events.
    I later tried to bring back a group of friends but we never made it after a night of sloppy dranks ;)

    At the time, I didn't know that ESL was co-owned by a member of Theivery Corporation. How cool is that? I'd definitely come back for the vibes the next time I'm in town!

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    Great for dancing!

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    I'm ambivalent about 18th Street Lounge.

    I came here for a group meetup, and drank a few strong drinks before I arrived to make sure I was loosened up.

    Once I got there and met up with the group, I failed to be impressed at any point during the evening.

    My whiskey sour was meh and sort of pricey for a small drink ($11+tip, I think). I'm very particular about spaces and I hate when clubs/lounges are sectioned off into a bunch of separate rooms/spaces, which is the EXACT setup of 18th Street. The DJ was alright, but wasn't anything special. It wasn't really crowded and I was there around 11pm. I dunno. I just wasn't all that into and was disappointed because it was definitely hyped up to me.

    Would I go back? I dunno. Maybe in a few years, since the crowd seemed to be a bit older. But definitely not any time in the near future.

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    One of my favorite spots in DC- large space, good crowd, and reasonable drinks. There are multiple rooms, which provides something for everyone. You can head to the dance floor, lounge on one of the couches, or chill on the outdoor patio. It' also noteworthy and cool that Teddy Roosevelt used to live here.

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    The first time I came here I thought I had accidentally walked into a haunted mansion. It was awesome.

    Very cool old house turned lounge. I always take visiting friends here because it has a little something for everyone and it's really cool looking inside. But only on Fridays because there's no cover and I'm cheap.

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    Fun place to hang out with your friends on a Saturday night.

    Hubby and I went to 18th Street Lounge after a couple of our friends got engaged on the Georgetown Waterfront. We arrived at about 11 PM on a Saturday night. While we were in pure celebratory mode, they will not allow you to buy a table at the door - make sure you purchase in advance if that's what you're looking for.

    We had to wait in line for about 10-15 minutes to get in, but I think it was worth it.  Having never been to 18th Street Lounge before, I was pleased with the different levels, music, and occasional empty chair to put my tired feet up for a few minutes!  Overall we had a great time - the bartenders were extremely pleasant and helpful when choosing our drinks.  The lines were not long at the bars, considering the number of bars they had working that evening.

    We will definitely be back.

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    Great place to start the night! I love the mix of different kinds of music at one location and the live acts there are great!

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    I am not a big clubber and I do not like being surrounded by drunkards stepping on my shoes and spilling their drinks on my clothes. However, I will make an exception for this place. This place is pretty big and provides a variety of rooms with different vibes and music. Although there are many rooms, this place can get pretty packed.

    It's cool that this place can attract different types of people and allow them to all party under one roof. When I came I stayed in the room that was playing house music. It was amazing and everyone was having a great time. I felt free! I would come back here.

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    I'll start by saying that the best part about 18th Street Lounge is its proximity to Julia's Empanadas.

    The lounge itself has a cool ambiance. It resembles a house, has multiple floors, dim lighting, and nice Victorian decor. Bathroom on the top floor!

    Walking in, we were passed on from employee to employee, none of whom seemed capable of figuring out where our table was. This was frustrating, but the far worse offense was the music. God almighty. THE MUSIC. I'm not understanding how others are classifying their music as house. The only way I can figure out how to describe it is it sounds like the music used to transition between songs.. except it goes on for hours. No distinctive beats, no rhythm, nothing you can even sway to.

    I don't think I'm much of a lounge girl to begin with (clubs for me please) but this place gets very few points in my book. On to the next one!

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    ESL is by far my favorite venue to go to for a great weekend of dancing.  The door guys are polite and it's a place where you feel fairly comfortable rocking out to alone.  If you're looking for some amazing House music.  This is the place to be.  

    But the crowd, depending on the night, can change.  Sometimes you get the douche dress up crowd where the guys come in their blazers and think they're money.  It's sadly not the typical EDM dance crowd but you go for the good music.  Sunday nights are by far the best night to go.

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    The actual venue is cool- laid out like a house, victorian style couches, etc. Music is house. Dress code is strictly enforced.

    Wasn't impressed with the staff. I reserved a large table and saw my cocktail waitress maybe twice? Bouncer was also pretty rude. I asked him if I could step outside, two feet away from the door, to take a :30 call. Then when I tried to re-enter, he made me go to the back of the 20 minute-long line. Not a huge problem. But just not what I expect when I'm dropping $700 on a table/bottle service for the night.

    Oh and they also start charging cover around 11 or so. Definitely wouldn't pay to go in at this time, too crowded.

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    Great vibes, great atmosphere and well worthwhile. I would recommend this spot without a doubt. Lots of different floors, great rooftop/outdoor area with colored lights, loved it!

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    You wouldn't know that you were going out to an old victorian row house surrounded by some modern architecture until you step up to this place. It would be quite obscured if not for the bouncer and line of folks outside. Once inside and up the stairs, it gets pretty interesting. The the second floor features lounging couches and a bar in the front, an outdoor bar in the back, and large room off to the side for people to get their club on in.

    The ambience in the lounge is cool and dim with the brightest things being candlelight and a working fireplace. The couches are cool but the music between that area and the side "club room" are loud enough to drown each other out, which is a bit annoying given their contrasts. Upstairs is another large room which features a DJ and live music. In general, their DJs are always playing new and creative music while also mixing some from the old school (think Marvin Gaye - Inner City Blues mixed with the sound of Black Coffee or Lisa Shaw). The kind of live music changes nightly, but features consistent genres each day of the week. I love their reggae night on Wednesdays!

    Aside from that, their drinks are reasonably price and the is no cover unless you come super late on any given night (check the website for more). The atmosphere is busy and lively but not out of control. There's a little bit of everything there for most people. A solid to invite friends visiting from out of town.

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    I used to frequent here ESL when I was in college and a girlfriend and I happened to stop in recently.  House lover's dream with different parties in every room, deck, etc. and I asked myself, "How could I have forgotten about this place? Bad Joanna!"  Good mixed Crowd, Bartenders are hip and friendly and the good times haven't changed, thank goodness!

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    Dupont Circle nightlife is like a shining beacon for people who don't live in DC and/or don't know what DC has to offer. Of all the establishments, 18th Street Lounge is the crown jewel. I've heard a girl refer to this place as her "favorite place in the whole world." They only way I'd believe that is if she were Nell from the movie "Nell."

    The biggest problem with 18th Street Lounge is the crowd. It's, in a word, depressing. The guys are the kind of guys who think high-fiving a girl is a great way to initiate conversation/flirting. The girls are the kind of girls who think they have an extra-X-chromosome-based right to cut in line and step on other people's feet. Perhaps I'm the repulsive one. I just don't know anything anymore. Maybe this used to be a place to appreciate music, but now it seems like people go here to stand perfectly motionless and scream into each other's ears.

    The layout creates even more issues. Walking around the different [small] rooms that were supposed to exude different atmospheres was more like, "Oh this one has blue lights. Oh this one has red lights." And the hallways were so narrow and full of angry people I felt like Leo/Kate pressing on against the gushing waters of the Atlantic in the corridors of the Titanic.

    To top it all off the entire place was filled with inexplicably sweaty bros (in groups of greater than or equal to 2) that went from room to room to room like they were *looking* for something but I don't think they knew what they were looking for and I seriously doubt they were going to find it. More than once, I was worried that in their urgency they were going to knock me over the banister and send me tumbling down the stairs and back out onto 18th Street.

    Then again, that wouldn't be the worst thing.

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    Between spot lounge and public bar you'll find eighteenth street lounge where you feel like you just walked into an awesome house tech party... They even have a rooftop area for those smokers. Had a great night it did get overwhelming since it was crowed at one point, but def check it out!!

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    I wanted to like to like this place. It seemed like a nice detour from the normal frat/scene bars of Dupont. But sadly it dissapointed.

    I went here with some friends for a birthday party. Trying to stay with the group I trailed a girl I knew while we were walking through the bar. Apparently I stepped in front of a gentleman who made the fact well known. He explained that I had cut him off because I was chasing some girl. During this conversation he grabbed the back of my head. I disagreed with his opinion and we eventually went our separate ways.

    Why do I mention this?

    The person who confronted me (and grabbed the back of my head) was an employee at 18th Street Lounge. He was a bully, acted completely out of line, and turned me against this place. The rest of the experience was ok (3-3.5 stars) but my interaction with the one employee was terrible.

    Stay clear of overzealous bar employees. Skipping Eighteenth Street Lounge might be a good start.

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    Without a doubt, still the only place I choose to go to (in terms of nightlife) around the 18th st and Connecticut area.  Let's be honest, sure its been around for a while and sure, the crowd on the weekends has attracted more of the douchebaggery.  But I will say its no where near as much as any of the other clubs around it.  

    Other than what has already been said before, it feels like going to a house party in NYC.  Why pay $20 to $25 to see a jazz show at Bohemian Caverns when there is usually no cover here?  Most I've ever paid would be $10 if you show up after midnight.  Throw in some really good nudisco, deep house, old school hiphop, international, funk, Brazilian, reggae...  Its really hard to go wrong here.

    My default place to go to for sure, especially when entertaining out of town guests.

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    House music all night long!

    Sunday nights are the best nights for Soulful House music in the area and its free!
    (with the except of Monday holidays, then its 5-10 dollars)

    Its like church for House heads.

    DJ Sam the man Burns spins a set of house that you will sure dance your shoes right off, as well as other special guest DJs.

    If you long for non commercial house music and a very lax dress code then this is the haven you are looking for.
    (NO SHORTS is really the only rule on SUNDAYS, rest of the week i believe there is a dress code enforced)
    Drinks are about average.

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    Great spot to catch some live music or dance to not-your-typical-lounge-type tunes. Expansive, indeed. The charm of the town-house style venue makes for a perfect spot to take out-of-town guests. Drinks - mediocre, but what did you expect? If you show up around 11PM-ish it's not overly crowded and actually quite enjoyable. The later the night goes on, the more fire code violations materialize.

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    My favorite part about this bar is the speak-easy style entrance. Evidently it's not the best kept secret around here because 18th Street Lounge is almost always crowded.
    Like many other yelpers have pointed out, it does feel like a hip/chill and yet strangely pumped up house party in the coolest retro mansion. I LOVE the music, décor and sexy dim lighting. I less-than-love the frat boy crowd, that seems to be showing up in abundance lately.
    All in all, this is the perfect place to impress your date, out of towners or generally grab a drink at a classy (yet not uptight) and hipster-free place.

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    Our impression of this lounge upon first sight was ok this seems like a club considering how many people were in line trying to get inside. However once we entered and looked around, we still felt it was a club atmosphere. Now given it was a Saturday, and since most clubs in the area hadn't open its doors as yet, I could understand why people may have wanted to get some pre-game action before they hit the dance floor.

    There are multiple rooms in what appears to be an old row house, but that doesn't take away from the ambiance of the place. The decor was very retro which i favor because I am a retro-kinda guy anyway. Each room had it's own theme complete with a bar and DJ. The drinks were pretty good and priced slightly above normal but they were strong which is a good thing, and seeing how the bartenders get bombarded with people yelling and waiving dollar bills in their faces as if it was the opening bell at the NYSE, I'd say that its worth leaving them a couple extra dollars for service.

    Overall, we enjoyed ourselves despite the lack of seating and crowdedness. I'd imagine on a Friday the crowd would be toned down quite a bit to where you could actually hear yourself speaking. The day we went was not that day. We still would recommend it and will be returning......on Friday :-)

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    ESL is an easy go-to for impressing guests from out of town. For one, you'll look really cool for knowing about the semi-hidden-entrance. (I say "semi" because if you come during a busy time, the line and bouncer at the door kind of give it away.) If you come early enough that there's no line and no security guy, look for the plain, unmarked door to the left of the Mattress Discounters.

    Then, the contrast between the door and the inside is, objectively, baller. The Victorian rowhouse is all sexy lighting, lush vintage furniture, heavy velvet curtains, fireplaces, and a maze of rooms and spaces. It's gorgeous. Come to think of it, if you're trying to hook up with that out-of-town guest, this place is probably a total panty-dropper. For the record, I'm totally not speaking from experience on that count.

    At the top of the entrance stairs, if you go left, you'll hit a couch-laden back room and then the back patio, which has its own bar and some tables and seating around the edges. If you go down the hall to your right, you'll hit a larger room (the Gold Room, I think), again with its own bar and velvet couches. Turn right after you enter the Gold Room and you'll see a doorway to another important space - the room where the live reggae band is housed on Wednesday nights. Other things go on there throughout the week, obviously, from different live acts to swing dance classes and so on. There's a bunch more rooms and floors, but I'll leave the rest for you to explore on your own.

    Different stuff goes on musically every night, and generally different stuff in different areas of the place on the same night. On reggae Wednesdays, for example, you can rock out to that live reggae band or to a kickass reggae-centric DJ, depending on what room you're chilling in. ESL's owned by the two guys from Thievery Corporation, so innovative, quality music is given mad respect here. Plus, if you're lucky, you might catch them popping up to do a set themselves.

    Drinks aren't anything special, but you're here for the music and the atmosphere, so I won't dwell on that. Also helpful to know is that there's a coat check, up another flight of stairs. I think it's $3. Entrance is free early on, and there's a $5 cover later at night.

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    Loved the interior and its retro decor. Although the place was extremely difficult to find (that little door next to Nando's. And I'd always thought the Gibson was an interesting little gem), the upstairs bar is definitely worth the pain to locate the lounge.

    The happy hour specials are mediocre at best. Small menu and only acceptable prices. The fireplace, velvet couches, and somber and sexy lighting and decor though, make up for the lack of innovation on the part of the booze.

    If only the bar at 18th Street Lounge were like that at the Gibson or Bar Pilar, boy wouldn't I easily become a regular half of whose paycheck is going to be spent at this little spot perched on top a flight of stairs facing an entrance so obscure that one wouldn't care to cast a glance at.

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    Went for my boyfriend's birthday and we had a great time! We went a little early on a saturday night, got to scout out the place and then settle in to watch the band. It definitely got crowded with people of a variety of ages, which was great for us. We've never been at home in college-age throngs. Now that we're past our undergrad years, I was hoping to find a place like this. The location is great, the decor and lighting fit really well and created a great atmosphere. The drinks are potent and the atmosphere, staff, and patrons upbeat and friendly without being... overly friendly. All in all, a great find and I think we will be going back soon!

    It was a little tricky to find. The door was largely unmarked. There was a lone bouncer, dressed rather professionally for a bouncer, standing at what, at first glance, appears to be the door to an apartment or a small restaurant over an empty shop front. I thought he was waiting for someone. It took me 2 passes and a confused trip to Google Maps "StreetView". However, that unmarked door is the door to Eighteenth Street Lounge. So, if you decide to head over, be aware that you may not spot it without looking very carefully.

    One more drawback is the two clubs very near by and the odd street layout that awaits you when you head out to the street. It tends to completely confuse some taxi drivers, as we found out after being called out of the club by our taxi when he didn't even have the right place. He couldn't even fathom where we could be or how he could get there. This, however, is not the club's fault, and there are enough taxis that you will be able to pick up a different one, if your cab driver doesn't know how to find you. I suggest hailing one rather than making an appointment for pickup.

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    I love coming to this place, especially Friday nights. I don't recall ever having to pay a cover, the music is awesome (house, funky house, electro house, mumbathon etc)  and all the bartenders are pretty nice. If you plan on dancing, which you should, dress lightly because it gets HOT. And like Sam "The Man" Burns said that one night, "If you're not dancing, get the F&*( Out! Yes you standing there in front, get the F^&* out!" HAHA. At that moment I realized I was in a special place. Thanks Eighteenth Street Lounge!!

    Oh and Sundays are the shiznit! DJ Jackie O keeps them coming!!

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    Went on a Wednesday with girlfriends from out of town. It was kind of busy....but these friends are from New York, so "kind of busy" wasn't cutting it. I don't think the main room with the fireplace and velvet seats was well-lit for the mood of the night. There were a lot of folks there for what seemed like a networking session...which suggests the lights should have been less dim?? It was lit like a club, without the clubbing music!

    I had the house white, which was cold, crisp and delicious! I think it was pinot grigio. My friend is incredibly indecisive... so the bartender on the patio was kind enough to indulge her, and make suggestions, and answer questions....and then whisk something with pineapple juice for her. I guess it helps that she's a cute blonde?

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    We had my brother's "quarter of a century" party here on a Saturday night. It was OK. Loved the way it looked, very pretty inside and out. Seemed like a good mix of people.

    I wasn't a big fan of the techno music (sounded like something that should be playing in the background at Urban Outfitters), but some of the other floors had better stuff and I like that there was a variety of different types of music.  It was (understandably) crowded. We reserved a table (we had about 20 people), so we didn't have to pay a cover. Unfortunately, our waitress took foreverrrrrrr (30+ minutes) to bring us the bottles that we ordered (she brought us the bill much quicker of course).  You'd think if you're paying $300 per bottle, you'd get it a little quicker.

    Overall, pretty decent. I'd probably go back, though I don't think I'd reserve a table--wasn't really worth the money considering that some of the tables are pretty much on the dance floor (sounds good in theory, but you can't hear anyone talk and whenever you feel like sitting, there are butts shaking in your face).

    I wanted to give it 3.5 stars, but that's not an option...but it was very close to a 4 for me!

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    This place is awesome for a few reasons. First of all, I'm definitely loving the concept of having different rooms with different vibes. This place literally looks like an old Victorian house that is having a party on each floor in each room.

    Each room has different music and a different vibe. Everything from jazz to house music. The crowd is very laid back and enjoying what is an awesome atmosphere. There are couches that look something out of the 1920's and bars situated in the different rooms. All of which makes for trendy vibe that will force you to relax and enjoy yourself.

    Big fan of this place. Definitely a must if you're new to or visiting the area and are looking for a fun spot.

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    One of my favorite places to go out for drinks in all of DC! I stumbled on it one night exploring with a friend and we just kept being surprised around every corner. The atmosphere is a little pretentious but it still somehow gives you a comfortable vibe. The patio was my favorite part... the rooftop bar was well lit with its own bar and a small dance floor as I remember. Lots of fun.

    The red velvet furniture and the dark mood lighting made it feel like more than just another bar and gave it kind of a charming atmosphere. You also always seem to find some interesting people hanging around.

    If you go in early enough, there's no cover, even on weekends, but later I believe it was $10 at the door. Drinks were moderately priced but I definitely expected a better variety of beers. Even so, it's one of the first places I take out of town friends.

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    I went here last night as one of my first places to go out in DC.  It was Brazilian music night (every Thursday) which made it great for dancing.  I loved that no one seemed to take it too seriously though as I am a terrible dancer but still like to dance anyway.

    The drinks are pretty standard for most bars, and I didn't see much in the way of specialty drinks, but I didn't see a menu at all so... Maybe there were some and I just missed it.  I think this place likes to keep things a little secret because I was meeting some friends there and walked right past it due to it's lack of sign outside.  

    Once you get inside though you feel as though you have been transported into a sexy vintage speakeasy of sorts.  It has a wall of albums, antique velvet couches, deep red walls, many chandeliers, and a lot of people buzzing around.  It is lively and exciting from the moment you step in the door, so it's easy to lose track of time.

    I had a good time here

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