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Barcode's 2 Year Anniversary Event - Saturday November 3

By Ravi in Barcode, dc bars, DC Restaurants, Whats hot in DC Nightlife
Tuesday, October 30, 2012, 7:03pm. (Updated: 11/04/12 at 5:57pm) Add comments

Midtown-K Street Restaurant/Bar/Lounge Celebrates 2 Years!

washington dc bars What:
Barcode’s 2 Year Anniversary!!!

Where:
Barcode
1101 17th Street Northwest
Washington, DC 20036
(202) 955-9001

When:
Saturday November 3, 2012
Complimentary Hors d’Oeuvres, Champagne, Beer and Wine starting at 8PM

Barcode is extremely proud to celebrate a 2nd year of business on November 3 with food, drinks and friends. From the very start, Barcode has been defined not by what it is, but what it can be.

From power lunches and happy hours to wine and beer tastings, dance parties, sporting events and more, Barcode has managed to set itself apart with diverse offerings and a menu of classics with a twist.

Barcode has been voted ‘Best Happy Hour’ by the Washington Post and hosted a diverse range of patrons from former Secretary of Defense Donald Rumsfeld to 5-time and current #1 DJ in the world Armin van Buuren.

Oktoberfest Beer Tasting at Barcode

By Peach in Barcode, dc bars, DC Restaurants, Whats hot in DC Nightlife
Thursday, September 27, 2012, 8:11pm. (Updated: 10/05/12 at 11:22am) Add comments

Oktoberfest Beer Tasting at Barcode

When:

10.04.12 (Thursday), 5PM-7PM

What:

Barcode is introducing several Oktoberfest inspired beers, which will be premiered at their Oktoberfest beer tasting.

Where:

Barcode Restaurant, Bar and Lounge
1101 17th Street NW
Washington, DC 20036

Extra Info:

Ages: 21+
Dress Code: Classy casual

Amenities:

39 beers (12 on tap)
12 specialty cocktails
Extensive wine & champagne menu
Bottle Service: 202-955-9001
(drink menu)
Kitchen ’til Midnight
(food menu)
Large, heated, outdoor patio
Valet

Some of the beers that they will be highlighting are:

Schlafly Pumpkin

Pumpkin Ale blends the spices of the harvest with full-bodied sweetness for a beer that tastes like pumpkin pie. Pounds of pumpkin form a malty foundation that supports the fall flavors of cinnamon, nutmeg and clove.

Schlafly Oktoberfest

A traditional Bavarian Märzen with a toasty malt aroma and slight caramel taste. This rich, amber lager is balanced by the use of German noble hops, while the lager yeast ferments cold and slow, creating a smooth, crisp beer.

Victory Oktoberfest

This one is much more traditional, pouring a rich deep amber/chestnut with a medium white head. Nose is fresh cracked grains, toasted chestnut, light and fresh German hops. Mouth is fresh toasted grains upfront, just a light roasted touch, with fresh pilsner hops and a nice subtle nutty quality. Crisp and tight, good tight body with lush tingling carbonation. Some light barley sweetness and a good dark bread.

Brooklyn Oktoberfest

When Crown Prince Ludwig of Bavaria wanted to celebrate his wedding engagement in 1810, he did what any good Bavarian prince would – he threw a beer festival. Both the festival and the special beer served there became known as Oktoberfest. Brewed from the finest German malt and hops, Brooklyn Oktoberfest is true to the original style, full bodied and malty, with a bread like aroma and light, brisk hop bitterness.

Capitale

By peter in dc bars, DC Lounges, Dc Nightclubs, DC Nightclubs and Nightlife Guide
Friday, September 21, 2012, 5:57pm. (Updated: 9/21/12 at 5:59pm) Add comments

Capitale, 1301 K Street

Venue Type: Bar / Lounge
Estimated Size: 400 people
Amenities: “Mobile Kitchen” Happy Hour, Valet, Bottle Service, Patio
Cover Charge: $0-20 (no cover on weekends)
Hours: Tue-Thu: 5 pm-2 am | Fri-Sat: 5 pm-3 am | Sun: 5 pm-2 am
Dress Code: Dress to Impress (no baggy clothes, shorts, boots, athletic wear, flip flops)
Age Requirement: 21+
Location: K Street
Address: 1301 K Street, Suite 103, Washington, DC 20005 | (202) 962-3933
Website: capitaleofdc.com
Atmosphere: Refined, cool, and elegant.

Venue Overview

From the team behind Public Bar, Capitale is a hybrid bar, lounge, and nightclub that boasts a grandiose interior, free admission on weekends, and one-of-a-kind happy hour. Located in place of the former K Street Lounge, Capitale seeks to deliver an inviting, unique, and exciting nightlife experience to DC.

There’s really no better way to describe Capitale’s ornate interior than saying it’s the byproduct of a Hollywood/Ancient Greece love affair set at Hogwarts. Featuring four massive bronze columns, snazzy chandeliers, floor-to-ceiling bookshelves, and tons of refurbished throwback furniture, the Capitale makes no attempt to conceal its opulence. Also with a 40 foot wooden bar, four 55″ TVs, and a raised platform for girls to dance, Capitale is like SAX Lounge’s stylish, freewheeling little sister – both of which were designed by O’Neill Studios.

Perhaps Capitale’s most distinct feature is its “mobile kitchen” happy hour concept. Through its partnership with the DC Food Truck Association, Capitale invites some of the city’s best food trucks to park directly outside the venue between the hours of 5-9 pm. Customers are encouraged to bring food they purchase from these trucks inside the venue or dine outside on the patio, pairing meals with the in-house drink menu.

Parties

Happy Hour: “Mobile Kitchen” Happy Hour featuring DC Food Trucks outside venue
Tuesday: Tuesdays at Capitale by DT Nation – Hip-hop, R&B, Top 40s
Thursday: College Party
Friday: Open Format – top 40/pop-house/mash up/hip-hop
Saturday: Open Format – top 40/pop-house/mash up/hip-hop
Sunday: SUNDAE at Capitale – hip hop

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Marvin

By Ravi in dc bars, DC Nightclubs and Nightlife Guide
Thursday, August 30, 2012, 5:14pm Add comments

Marvin Restaurant, Bar and Lounge – Located on the corner of 14th & U.

Venue Type: Bar, Restaurant, Lounge
Estimated Size: 300 (?)
Amenities: Rooftop, Restaurant
Cover Charge: None
Hours: M-Th: 5:30 – 12
F-S: 5:30 – 13
Sun: 1030 – 2
Dress Code: Casual
Age Requirement: 21 +
Location: U Street
Address: 2007 14th Street NW 20009. (202) 797-7171
Website: marvindc.com
Atmosphere: Marvin is one of the chillest spots in DC. A favorite of pretty much everyone for a chill night of drinking on a nice rooftop deck. There’s a lounge inside, a restaurant downstairs, no cover and a relaxed dress code. The perfect no frills night.

Venue Overview

Everyone loves Marvin. Named after one of the greatest R&B singers ever, the restaurant/bar pays homage not only to Mr. Gaye through chill/funky music, but also by serving over 30 Belgian ales. It’s a tribute to the singer’s time spent in Belgium.

The lower level of the 2 floor space is the restaurant. Upstairs there’s a small lounge to your right with a DJ booth and bar. Straight ahead there’s a roof space with a front bar, back bar, a space to just chill, tables, stools, it’s pretty great. If you’re ever in need of a night off from wild clubbing, our recommendation is definitely Marvin or Barcode.

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The Bistro at Marvin is classic Belgian-style, with home-cooked classics incorporating the tastes of Belgium and the American south.

Try Chef James Claudio and GM Sam Vasfi’s menue of moules frites, steaks, and other Belgian specialties offered along side BBQ ribs, chicken and waffles and seafood specials. The wine list is exclusively organic, sustainable and biodynamic wines.

Pictured above is the front portion of Marvin’s rooftop area. Beyond the bar, straight ahead is a decently sized sitting area. To the right of that sitting area is another bar and even more space. They do a great job at the door of limiting capacity to keep things comfortable.

The venue is (at least in part) owned by Eric Hilton of Thievery Corporation and 18th Street Lounge.

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GG from "Shahs of Sunset" - Official Teaser Video

By Ravi in Barcode, dc bars, DC Lounges, Whats hot in DC Nightlife
Thursday, June 7, 2012, 8:36pm Add comments

“I think people who bark the loudest
in the end have the biggest hearts.

I just want everyone to know I’m really nice…
Just don’t fuck with me!”

Co-star of hit Bravo TV series “Shahs of Sunset,” GG came out for an evening of clubbing in Washington DC at Barcode Restaurant, Bar and Lounge.

The controversial “Persian princess” lived up to all sides of her reputation, extremely nice and definitely feisty.
Bravo is currently filming Season 2 of the wildly popular “Shahs of Sunset.”

Visit Shahs on Bravo.
GG on Facebook • @ggshahsofsunset

Watch Euro 2012 in Washington DC

By Ravi in Barcode, dc bars, Whats hot in DC Nightlife
Tuesday, June 5, 2012, 4:55pm. (Updated: 7/01/12 at 3:18pm) Add comments

Catch all the UEFA 2012 action in Washington DC at Barcode. 2:45 games are perfect for one DC’s top happy hours: half priced 3 – 7PM daily.

Rocket Bar

By Ravi in dc bars, DC Nightclubs and Nightlife Guide
Thursday, May 31, 2012, 6:17pm Add comments

Rocket Bar, located across the street from the Verizon Center in Washington DC; has a great happy hour, tons of bar games and is the perfect place to hit up after a game.