18th Street Lounge

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  • Address
    1212 18th St NW, Dupont Circle
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  • Phone
    466 3922
  • Transport
    underground rail: Dupont Circle

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Lonely Planet review

The lack of a sign on the door proclaims the exclusivity of this swanky yet cozy club. In a beautiful mansion that once housed Teddy Roosevelt are sleek dance floors ruled by hip-hop and dub. The decor ranges from gold upholstered couches and candelabras to blue walls, gilded mirrors, marble tables and flickering candles. Its bouncers are notorious for leaving lesser patrons standing in the cold.

Girls, wear your spikiest Manolos and skimpiest Gucci skirt to avoid any problems. Boys, dress it up with slacks and a Ben Sherman button down. Leave the denim and sneakers behind.