Cloak & Dagger

Although the dancefloor and vip section are both pretty small and cramped, the decent drinks the bartenders made and the good vibes of the people there made up for it. The vip section is on the balcony overlooking the dancefloor. I went on a Thursday for a birthday celebration so it wasn't that packed but I can't imagine how much more packed it is on Friday and Saturday. It was pretty weird that they played anime on the TV overlooking the dancefloor as it did not fit the theme of the place but other than that the place was decorated not too badly. The bathrooms were on the ground floor near the entrance and the area was pretty small so a lot of rubbing shoulders

Fun and casual nightlife with a great DJ and good music! We got table service and it was perfect. The area is small but it worked out well for our group. Service was excellent - she was present without being overbearing and was accommodating about splitting the check. The dance floor was packed with people ready for fun and dancing. It was cozy and comfortable - definitely not a pretentious spot. We went for a bachelorette and they did everything to make it a fun night for our soon-to-be bride. The owner was friendly and helpful. And the DJ and host were friendly and really good at getting the crowd going.

Va ladies had So much fun I will be back in 2 weeks! We had a blast!!!

Before even stepping in to the building me, my cousin, and my wife were all told we were not allowed in. This is an establishment we have all never been to and were willing to pay the entry fee to. We were given no explanation, just "Sorry we cant let you guys in". Unacceptable and if I could give ZERO stars I would. We left feeling completely rejected even though their website states they want their atmosphere to feel all inclusive and welcoming to all.

WE LOVE this spot! Went back a few weeks ago w my friends & had a blast. It was my friends birthday so we decided to get bottle service on the 3rd floor VIP mezzanine area. They upgraded the whole space so it looks even better than before. Hospitality was on point. The owner (Sonny) came up and greeted us. He got us a round of shots & a complimentary bottle of champagne. The music was a great mix so we were dancing all night. 10 outta 10. Will definitely be coming back!

I recently had the most exhilarating experience at Cloak & Dagger, and from the moment I stepped foot into this vibrant establishment, I knew I was in for a memorable time. It's located right new to Alice on U, but while Alice had a bunch of fun bright neon lights, Dagger had more of a smoky and more intimate feel. The staff at C&D were super fun and super sweet. The bartenders were friendly and took care of us before we headed to the main dancefloor where it felt full and lively but not crowded. In the sense I was able to move around freely even while everyone around me was dancing to the music. The main bar at the entrance also sort of served as a chill spot for me and my friends to wind down for the night as we called for a ride home, and I was distracted by episodes of Demon Slayer they had playing at the bar tv that I almost forgot to leave the bar after all my friends were starting to pile into the car. Overall, Cloak & Dagger exceeded my expectations in every way and is definitely worth the hype. I can definitely see why it has become one of DC's more iconic nightclubs, and will now definitely be taking place in my club hopping rotation. Highly recommended!

Ya I have to give it up to my man John ,his club is great good vibes. I have done alot of work for him in the past electrical, floor tile, paint, put in new fans

I love this place ! For one its located right on U St next to all of my other favorite spots. The bartenders are kind, cute, and FAST even when the place is packed solid. The door guys and security were also very welcoming. The drinks are good with a nice selection of beers and not over-priced. On the nights I have been there, I always found the music to be well selected, drawing an unpretentious and fun crowd. The decor is classy and the high ceilings make it feel very spacious. This has now become my go-to spot on U St.

Stopped in on St. Patrick's Day (Thursday). Checked Eventbrite and they had an event of Free Chicken wings and drink specials, and different DJ's Got there maybe around 730. The place was not packed at all and it was comfortable dancing and ordering from the bar. Great mix of people! They completely remodeled the bathrooms downstairs! Instead of the 2 large stalls, there is now 2 smaller stalls on each side, with a mini sink. No mirrors. Unisex bathrooms. However these smaller stalls do not provide much room, I almost had a difficult time getting in and situating myself lol Bartender was dope!!! Tip him well :) I had a good time, I would def. return!

So these are two different instances of me at cloak and dagger. The most recent is me and the blue shirt, but we went here year after year for the bar crawl. This year I didn't get a drink but last year I did I think I was too buzzed to remember so I can't really comment. It's always pretty packed in here. They have a main level and then upstairs. But the music is absolutely always a vibe. The scenery is nice. It's like kind of old like chandelier looks kind of grand but still Victorian. Each year we go everyone's always really happy being there and this year they were doing a line dance when we got there and it was a lot of fun. It's a place of familiarity so I definitely like going year after year and the music is always lit bringing everyone together. The bathrooms downstairs definitely needs some work - it's DC so it's a tight space and they were able to fit 4 bathrooms into a small space but they always get kind of gross. So if you have to go to the bathroom, I'd probably choose another place, however once you get upstairs, it's a whole different vibe. I will say at least they have usable bathrooms- so I'm thankful for that!

Didn't eat anything Bartenders were cool drinks were super sweet Chill vibe.. This spot was apart of the Caribbean Bar Crawl.. would go back again to check it out on a different day and time.

At around 1am Cloak & Dagger was totally dead. There were like 15 people tops. I cannot attribute the low pace solely to the venue. In general, U St. night life options look sad post-pandemic. I feel it's DC itself. Anyways, this place's sound system is like a C+, at best, poor clarity and lot of sound congestion. Also, the DJ on the Friday night I went was meh. Yet I've seen this business is highly rated, how?! Maybe it is good if you need to rent a venue, perhaps?

This is a great place to socialize. The drinks are good and the atmosphere is really chill.

Cloak and Dagger offers a fun, late night party spot. I went here for bottle service and got the whole to-do (sign plus flashing lights) and got to sit up in the balcony which was fun. The DJs were good and the place was packed wall to wall by midnight (however, people seemed more interested in milling about than dancing). I also personally enjoyed that they played anime there the whole night while the club was jumping. The servers are great and friendly and I particularly have to commend the prices as being reasonable (for DC!) - Two bottles under $1k is great!

Great place. On the weekend. Opened late. Not a huge line. No cover charge. Great hip pop music. Dj is very engaging. Smaller but nice dance floor. Bar tender quick and attentive. They have couple of couches. You can chill. People watch or sit down enjoy your drink.

We are here on 10/28/2023 and it's super cool atmosphere when you walking in with the vampire theme and fake bookshelf. Drinks are very well made. However the Dj can not mix songs. Like why! Is this your first day sir. Like I wanna come back but not if it's gonna be like this.

I had some issues with how they charge for drinks. I paid cash, yet I was charged a fee for paying with a credit card. They also added 20% gratuity to the check but asked if I needed my change back. Not cool. I don't like the money grab, it's shady.

It was long line along the street and I'm curious to check it out. It's pretty small dance floor upstair and main level. It's pretty low air circulation so hard to breathe when it's crowded. The drink was strong and fair price for the bar/club.

Had fun but I think my friends and I have permanent hearing damage from how loud the music was. Also why did the DJ keep playing truck sounds.

It's going to be packed, the space is small, but the music makes it worth it. Lots of single people there. Likely to see the owner who is awesome.

First off, the layout of this venue makes it welcoming and inviting. Cloak and Dagger allows for intimate spacing yet you still experience an Openness and expansion with its Victorian themed architecture and decor. Right from the start, the music was bumpin' with the DJ spinnin'. The liquor was on point as we were celebrating my friend's birthday. Not only was this a memorable birthday celebration but it was monumental with the kindness and attentiveness the host Sonny and his team showed for us. Sonny is the most professional host I have encountered and I have been to many clubs from Cali, Vegas, New York and even internationally in South America. From his fine bar tending team, management team and security staff, the ambience and environment was perfect for a Saturday night out during this winter in DC. "Hey, it's just a day in the life Club nights, One of the reasons I love life." - CLIPSE | NEPTUNES If you ever questioned or had an inkling of checking this spot out, Just Do IT. Thank you Sonny and crew for making the night out with the fellas EPIC.

Love this place. Gets packed late at night but the dj is good and the vibe is always on point. Usually a younger crowd of people

Right after a most excellent time at Alice for my birthday last month. We made our way to Cloak & Dagger! For an amazing atmosphere of great music, drinks and a fun and outgoing staff that made the experience even more memorable! The VIP section was so unique and different compared to other spots around town and made my birthday one of the best ones I've had in quite sometime. Definitely will be back to party on in the near future. Huge shoutout and thank you's to Sonny and the whole staff at Cloak & Dagger! Y'all are doing amazing things!

I ended up here as the 2nd stop on my U St. bar crawl on a Friday night. They were having a free late night Island Vibes happy hour so me and 2 friends decided to stop there. This used to be the old Patty Boom Boom's back in the day. The place is small and not well ventilated especially during a heat wave so it was overcrowded and sweaty. There was exchange between a staff member and a friend about accessing the completing empty 3rd floor which was reserved for bottle service which no one was taking advantage up. Eventually we were allowed upstairs. The Dj was good and kept the crowd dancing but we didn't stay long due to the hot temperatures. Definitely not the same vibe as Patty's from back in the day.

Where do I start? I suppose I'll start with the good. Keep in mind that "Good" is 400% relative. Anyways...The concept of this bar and lounge is pretty cool. It's speakeasy-style. Everywhere seems as if it's a hidden passageway. I liked that LOL I came on a Thursday. I wanted to go dancing and I heard that the DJ that spins there on Thursday nights was there. Chubb E Swagg. Apparently, this was a college crowd. That didn't bother me one bit. I chatted with a few other patrons and enjoyed the vibes. The music was right. The atmosphere was on point, but then, there was the staff. The bartender, of all people, ruined my experience at this place. Sadly, I don't think management/the owner(s) will do anything about it. I've got a feeling they already know that she is rude, unkind, unprofessional, nasty, and straight up childish. The bartender on Thursday, March 7th was Diamond D.--According to my receipt. My friend and I (another woman) watched her for close to ten minutes ignore us and other women patrons to dance for the men at the bar. Already half-naked (the uniform), all she needed was a pole. Yes, it was that bad. When I was finally able to get her attention, it was as if I was spoiling *her* time at work by trying to order drinks. This happened each and every time. I specifically ordered premium liquor and I see that there is something called "Velicof" on my receipt. I said to myself, "WTH is a 'Velicof'? And I *know* I didn't order that, 'cause I prob wouldn't even be able to pronounce that while drunk!". Shout out to Google for telling me that VelicoFF (it's spelled wrong in their system S M H), is a cheap, rail vodka. Now, why would I order that, when I've been ordering Grey Goose all night? So there, Diamond took it upon herself to charge me for 1. Something I didn't order, but 2., Something inconsistent with what I've been ordering all night, as reflected on my tab/receipt. This happens at many poorly managed establishments, where the staff is encourage to discriminate and disrespect patrons. You know what else happens at establishments like this? Fraud. Stealing. There was a 20% gratuity fee added to my tab, without my knowledge, and I know it was sneakily done, because when I asked for the print out of my receipt (Since I had a tab, she was ready to just swipe and have me sign), she gave me attitude. Never in my experience in bars in D.C., New York, LA, Miami, Baltimore--anywhere, have I experienced a gratuity fee. This fee was not explained to me and I feel slighted, like I've been a victim of a service worker trying to get over on me. This has happened to me before. It's a shame. That person was arrested :) Anyways...I wouldn't recommend that anyone come to this place. The DJ I mentioned is bomb and I suggest finding where else he spins to keep yourself from experiencing subpar, discriminatory service. That's what I did. As I said above, I've got a feeling they already know that their staff sucks. Velvet Lounge (Also on U St.) is awesome. I have 0 problems there.

Made a trip out to dc and had to check this place out and it was 110% worth it, got welcomed in like family and got to sit down and chill with the manager JC Amazing dude! the food and especially the drinks were the best I had all trip. If you want to have a great time head to cloak & Dagger you won't regret it

Still give it 5 stars! As a "dance a holic" music is key...Cloak & Dagger does not disappoint. I dont have to wait in line to get a drink, or use the bathroom! Music is always on point, vibe is good. Not sure why someone said food is terrible...they do NOT serve food. Sonny, owner, knows how to entertian and is great with communication especially if u want to book a table/VIP service. I always have fun!

Cloak and Dagger is always my go-to! They always have so much going on- even on the week nights, which is hard to find in DC. The vibes are always great, music is amazing. I love that I can dance and have a good time without feeling crowded. The VIP section is the best when you're celebrating too, it over looks the whole dance floor so I can go down when I want to dance but also have so much space for my friends and I to feel special -- most places in dc the tables are not too far from the public and random coming up to your table. I love this place!

We had fun! Went around 11 pm or so- got to dance! Plenty of bartenders. There were places to sit and enjoy and room to move if you wanted. Plenty of security and a prompt "clean-up used drinks" crew to keep environment fun!

A very low-key and unassuming entrance to a small, intimate venue. When you enter, there is the cozy library-like bar to the left with a little bit of room at the bar, some room to stand around, and an option for a seating area with reservations. As you walk around some more, you're really only left with the restrooms and some curtained windows near a couple seating areas on the ground floor. Keep walking and you'll find the staircase leading to the upstairs area- it's where you can mindlessly dance the night away and grab your drinks. The music and DJs have been solid for doing just this. Again, as a relatively small venue, it's easy to make new friends, because you can't help but be right up next to other people. In my opinion, that's the best type of venue! Different nights have different themes. Look for getting in earlier than later to avoid cover charges. Ladies are the winners more nights with free drinks often. The commitment to the music is refreshing- any night of the week. So much so, I'm often tempted to go alone and just zone out in the crowd. I love this place and can always be easily convinced to go here!

First night in DC and we headed out to U Street to check out the bar scene. We came across this location and immediately thought this must be an English Pub with a name like Cloak & Dagger, but far from it. After chatting it up with the bouncer and getting the scoop about the bar, we headed inside and the atmosphere was chill. Music was bumping and the DJ was swaying back and forth. Night was early, but you felt like if it got started it could go all night long! After a few drinks and with the night ahead of us we kept it moving. If we make it back to DC, this would be the place to end our night!

This is the worst bar I have ever been too. No room to move around and the music sucked. This place was not worth the 10 dollar cover charged at the door. If I could give this bar 0 stars I would.

They had SEWAGE dripping from the ceiling and still left the bottom level open for people to slip & have urine drip on their clothes. I know it was sewage because it was dripping brown. And when we let the owner know, he didn't even do anything. Disgusting.

One thing I love about Cloak & Dagger is that you will always have a great time. The music is always hype, the crowd is filled with positive vibes and high energy. The dj at Cloak & Dagger really knows what type of music to play to please a diverse crowd. The bartenders always makes my drinks perfectly! Out of all the clubs on U st. , I know that if I want to go somewhere that has good music, good alcohol, and a good crowd, Cloak & Dagger is the place to go. Not to mention, the owners are super sweet and genuine. They will always take care of you and make sure you have a fun time. Anytime I have been to Cloak & Dagger, I would stay until 2-3am without realizing it, because I would be having such a great time that I would forget to check my phone. 10/10 would recommend!

The Cloak & Dagger experience, I've found, is completely dependent on the DJ spinning when you go in. The atmosphere leaves a lot to be desired so the music is very important. Good DJs attract a good crowd so nights at C&D, much like the DJs in DC, are very hit or miss. Drinks are average U St. prices so no real comment there. The water tastes horrible so go with the bottled water ($4, I think). The drinks are mediocre so don't expect much on that front. The space is small, which worked well for the Patty Boom Boom vibe but it doesn't quite equate to as much success at C&D. The line will be long and, sometimes, you wont be let upstairs due to capacity. When you make it upstairs, there are a few couches and the option of a VIP loft. It will be hot and it will be sweaty so make sure that's the kind of night you're ready to have.

Came here twice on a Friday night. Earlier in the night before 10 is definitely more fun; better music, crowd is more fun. They only have two bartenders working which makes it slow service sometimes. After 10, music changes and the crowd does too. Not nearly as fun. But still my go to spot for decent drinks and good music (friending when I go)

Let me start by saying the Owner is so cool & took great care of us!!! I got a table here for my best friends birthday, it was such a good time. The layout of the place is awesome, the table was at the top overlooking the dance floor, no one could get upstairs without a wristband, Which I thought was nice. I've heard nothing but great things about this place from EVERYONE I know. The music was a great variety, & had everyone dancing all night. I will totally be back here soon! If you haven't been here, I suggest you to go if you want to have a great night

Came here last night to celebrate birthdays with some friends from out of town. Been here a few times over the past several years, and each visit has been awesome. There's a speakeasy kinda lounge which is a nice place to sip/sit and the best part is you can actually HEAR your friends talk without shouting while still bumping to the DJ. No cover fee is always a bonus (during the week). Saturdays it can get packed, get a table! Service was attentive. Best part is the staff working is always nice, and the crowd is so chill. Nobody comes in stuck up, everyone's just there trying to dance and party. Sonny, the owner, is such a good guy, down to earth, and makes it a point to say hi and make sure everyone is having a good time. Also love that the dress code isn't too strict because I can get down and dance COMFORTABLY. Sneakers are ok :)

We came here to celebrate our friend's bachelorette! We were on the VIP list, so after Logan confirmed, we were let right in. The main dance floor is on the 2nd floor. It isn't a very large space, but they try to pack lots of people in there. If you like your own dancing/personal space, this is not the club for you. The DJ/music was AMAZING. They had some old 90s//2000 remixes, and recent stuff too. We were happy to dance the night away!

My friend and I were visiting and wanted to see what DC night life was like. Based on the pictures we thought we were headed into a college night club, and was pleasantly surprised to walk into a dance cypher! Everyone was very supportive and pleasant, and the bartender Nino was very hospitable. I am very glad we dropped by the establishment . One note: my friend left his credit card last night and we had to leave DC in the morning. We had to cancel the card, and wanted to get in touch with the owner/manager to see if there was something we could do to figure out out tab. Please get in touch!

So much of my wayward 20s were spent at Patty Boom Booms, so I have been eagerly awaiting the new concept in this space. I read the owners speaking reasonably at the time Pattys closed that a dance focused bar can't cut it financially because too many people stand around without buying, so they were transforming to a sit down and drink focused bar where they don't have to pay a dj. Made sense. Imagine my surprise then, when I found that Cloak has the same exact layout and feel as Pattys, including the small bar downstairs and large dancefloor with dj vibe going upstairs. Basically, it's the exact same bar but without the killer concept. Pattys tied together drinks, food, decor, and music in a way Cloak doesn't. Too bad, because a good theme pulled off well makes for a great experience. Nevertheless, if you want to hang out in a place with an energetic vibe and tons of bodies, you will get what you're looking for here. I still think U street music hall does that vibe better, though. One other qualm: the idea of hiding the downstairs bar behind a hidden door masked as a bookcase is cool and reminds me of many joyous hours watching Scooby Doo, but I have never seen the door actually closed. C'mon people, make me search for that hidden door handle!

The ambiance is something you only experience straight after you're legally allowed to drink. Staff is quick and their vibes are unmatched. Im always dancing non-stop when I'm there.

Enough space, many people, good songs in certain days. Centrally located! Would come back again

Went out to cloak and dagger for a girls night out! Great ambiance and music topped off with great service all around. Both upstairs and downstairs! You walk in and you feel like you're walking into a medieval era and I love that! Would definitely go back again :) I also loved that they played music and dance workshop videos on the big screen to get us in a groovy mood! Definitely a great place to come out to dance

Celebrated New Years here and booked the balcony VIP. Upon arrival, management proceeded to tell us that even though we'd booked balcony, they couldn't accommodate because the tables were full - don't sell a service you can't provide. They thought they were making it up to us by comping a bottle of "$255 champagne", which probably cost them $30 wholesale; the downgrade in table was worth about $200 and we only got the comp because we argued for 15 minutes. On top of all that, there were only two toilets for the whole place, which left people throwing up and peeing in the alley. In my opinion, their poor management followed by bullying to cover it up makes this place a half-assed establishment. I will, however, give the bottle server her due - she was phenomenal! If you're thinking VIP here, save yourself the hassle and go elsewhere.

Sonny is the best host. All his staff provided us VIP service including the security team!

Almost paid $700 for a section this past Saturday. We all get in, get our wrist bands, head up stairs to the VIP section. Absolutely no room to move, it was terrible. We told the guy we didn't want the section anymore and we got our money back. The guy wasted about an hour of our night and totally tried ripping us off. There wasn't even a table open in the VIP area. The club is way too small and to top it off it smelt terrible that night. The management didn't seem organized or collective in any way. They just wanted our money. It'd be nice if they actually cared.

Came here with a few friends on a Friday evening, and I really liked the layout of the club/lounge! There are 2 main levels, including a loft space that overlooks the main dance area. The ground floor has a small sitting area by the window and the restrooms. Up the stairs is the main dance area with an L-shaped bar. Though the size of the place isn't that large, the open concept definitely helped make the space feel bigger. The purple/blue lighting with the Victorian style decor made for cool vibe. Drinks were flowing and self-serve water was available, which I really appreciated - not a lot of places do that! Hookah is also available. Overall, this is a great spot to check out while you're making your way down U street on a night out! The music was a good mix, but mostly hip hop on the night I went. The crowd was eclectic and diverse, a mix of ages, and a lively bunch.

WE LOVE this spot! Went back a few weeks ago w my friends & had a blast. It was my friends birthday so we decided to get bottle service on the 3rd floor VIP mezzanine area. They upgraded the whole space so it looks even better than before. Hospitality was on point. The owner (Sonny) came up and greeted us. He got us a round of shots & a complimentary bottle of champagne. The music was a great mix so we were dancing all night. 10 outta 10. Will definitely be coming back!

So I was devastated last year when Patty Boom Boom shut down, and I had never been since Cloak & Dagger opened up. I received word that they were going to start doing weekly Caribbean day parties, and today was the first of them, so I decided to check it out and investigate C&D at the same time. I'll just skip straight to the point: With the old school reggae playing, the Caribbean food for sale, and the $5 tropical drinks flowing, it felt like Patty Boom Boom with a few aesthetic differences. I will do my best to go on future Sundays, and I hope this never stops.

This place is nuts! Best club I've been to in awhile. Definitely enjoyed my time and I'll be back for sure!

Very crowded and poor ambiance club so its best to stay away. Its better to go to clubs with better dancing floors.

Cloak and Dagger brands itself as "U Street's speakeasy-themed bar and nightclub." I'm not sure that anyone has ever seen a spakeasy with giant windows and signs with the places name on it, but I'll let that go. What it means is that this place is a better decorated and classier version of the spot that used to be in this space, Patty Boom Boom. The paint, decor and lighting is fresher and more purple than before - it's clear they are going for a classier vibe and they have achieved it. There is a small, more intimate space on the first floor, an interesting cocktail list and fake books that that I guess are designed to make you feel better about paying DC prices. The second floor is a much better setup than before with a larger bar and two tables on the floor, and a seat on the loft is ideal for all of the crowd shots and selfies that you might want. Generally, it's a good space to hang out as long as you don't have to deal with the two small first floor bathrooms that always have a line. Two minor issues were the DJ (who seemed to be unfocused and all over the place) and security (who wasn't all over the place enough for some. Security seemed to wait until people were severly drunk and sloppy before removing them and some of the women complained about the "creepers in the crowd" - maybe it was a bad night but these things kept it from being ideal. In short it feels so much like a "Bar Rescue" success story that I halfway expected Jon Taffer to jump out and yell at someone. They have the space right, and if the staff matches, it could be a great spot. For now, this is a good spot to check out - just wait for a night with a good DJ.

I've been to Cloak and Dagger on many a weekend night while wandering through DC. I always have a good time there so I'm never opposed to stopping through. The downstairs area is fairly plush -- a few good places to sit and a good sized bar with stools. If you're looking for a chill drink the downstairs area will do but for the party you've got to go upstairs. There is always a solid DJ playing at the top level -- they've played a pretty healthy mix of hip hop, top 40, and electric beats when I've been there. The upstairs dance area is usually packed, which is great for energy and environment but not the best if you're not in the mood to jostle for space. Overall, a fun spot -- definitely give it a shot!

I have enjoyed going to Cloak since they opened over a year ago. The owners, bar staff, security and even the door guy are always polite and friendly and do an amazing job of making you feel welcome. My favorite night to go is Thursday when they hold dancer night, although the speakeasy room is not open, it would be well worth another visit on a weekend to check it out. There is a different party or theme every night they are open, you can find one night or another that has what you're looking for. If you haven't been here yet, or had a not so great experience the first time around, give it a chance and be pleasantly surprised! I have a lot of dancer friends from out of state that always want to come here and always mention on their next visit, this is a must stop by venue.

We came to celebrate some family members birthdays. Initially we had an amazing time. The ambiance and music were great. When we learned a family member had one too many shots, we called for our bus to return and retrieve our party. As we were in the lobby awaiting the bus to get down the street, one of the security men told us to take our family member to the alley and allow her to 'finish' vomiting outside; contrary to the other man giving her a garbage can to get herself together while we were waiting. The security guy was less than humane and pleasant. This left a dampening reflection of the entire evening.

There are a few places like this that I have come across in my life time, let alone DC. If you have an eye for detail then you'll notice that the interior design has an ambiance that was painstakingly muddled over. This is not another cookie cutter bar, lounge, and club. Someone took their time to get this right, from the consistent good vibe, crowd, music, and staff. I like to explore and mix up going out to different bars/clubs but I always end up here at the end of the night. Within the mix of people there's always the easy going and open minded peeps. The cherry on top for me is the music and where I am usually most critical. But the range from solid deep cut throwbacks to the best of what's new is always on spot. Bottom line: no matter what the mood, every time I go the vibe of the people, the bar itself, and the music always makes it something special and where I want to be. DC has long needed a place like this and we finally got it.