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After diving deep into the intricacies of judicial procedure and the debt ceiling, it pays to know where to let off steam in D.C., and thankfully the options are plenty. Start with a solid pre-game at one of the city's best bars before hitting the town. Wherever you find yourself (spoiler alert: probably U Street), this list promises a good time. From electronica to Latin beats, brunches that never end and clubs that serve up pho for your late-night cravings, these are the best clubs in Washington, D.C. right now. RECOMMENDED:🌿 The best cannabis dispensaries in D.C. 🍴 The best restaurants in D.C.📍 The best things to do in D.C.📸 The most Instagrammable places in D.C.🏘️ The best Airbnbs in D.C.

Single in DC? Don’t despair. This city can seem a little big and scary, but there are tons of people out there waiting to make friends (and a hell of a lot of singles too). Washington’s inhabitants tend to adopt a ‘work hard, play hard’ ethic, and its lead to some seriously great bars popping up (and staying) all over the city.  Obviously, the neighborhood favorites for partying remain the center of it all – H Street, U Street and Adams Morgan, to name a few – where you’ll find plenty of places that’ll welcome you with open arms. Think dive bars with cheap drinks, sultry cocktail bars with a sexy vibe, and when it gets late, spots to have a dance at too. Here are the best singles bars in DC.  RECOMMENDED:🍺 The best bars in DC🎷 The best jazz clubs in DC🍽️ The best restaurants in DC🏘️ The best Airbnbs in DC

Washington, D.C. might be known as a pretty serious place, full of history and politics, but if you’re looking for jazz, this is legendary turf. DC is the home of jazz legends Shirley Horn and Duke Ellington, to name just a few, and its jazz scene is long established (and thriving).  Of course, the heart of it all remains to be U Street Corridor, full jazz bars, restaurants and shopping spots oozing with cool, but by now the vibes have spread all across the city. Here you’ll find everyone from the most famous names in the business to up-and-coming acts you might have never heard of before. Here are the best jazz clubs in Washington, D.C.  RECOMMENDED:🍺 The best bars in DC🍽️ The best restaurants in DC🏘️ The best Airbnbs in DC📍 The best things to do in DC 

Whether in town to visit the best Washington DC attractions, eat at every single one of the best restaurants in DC or get some solo time in while relaxing at the best local parks, one thing is certain: Saving money always feels awesome. Enter the best cheap hotels in DC: Comfortable and beautiful accommodations that won’t break your wallet. Trust us, you’ll want to use that extra cash while shopping around the capital.

Tired of devouring the best hot dogs in DC every day for lunch? Looking to switch it up and forego the best burgers in DC at least once a week? Experimenting with out-of-the-ordinary cuisine and have already eaten your way through the best Thai food in DC? We’ve got you covered with the best dim sum in DC. From delicious vegetable dumplings to tasty pork buns, these restaurants will serve you authentic Chinese food in both modern and more quaint settings.