There are a range of enlightening if not hedonistic diversions to enrich the man about town; even after hours (which can at times seem impossible in this buttoned-down capital). There’s amusement to be had at some of these interesting establishments:
The Camelot Showbar
A multi-level gentlemen’s club where adept belles adroitly delight the eyes on stage in impressive displays of agility and good looks. Open for lunch, dinner, and imbibing.
- 1823 M St NW Washington DC 20036
- Downtown
- +1 202.887.5967
- camelotshowbar.com
Archibald’s Gentlemen’s Club
A refined gentleman’s lounge replete with friendly talent. The coziness of the atmosphere makes every stage performance satisfyingly intimate. Eatables and drinkables served for lunch and dinner till late.
- 1520 K St NW Washington DC 20005
- Downtown
- +1 202.638.5112
- archibalds.com
Mpire Club
A high-ceilinged clubroom where angels ascend and descend from the heavens with stunning dexterity. Cocktails and small nibbles accompany the extraordinary sights from lunch until the wee hours of the morning.
- 1819 M St NW Washington DC 20036
- Downtown
- +1 202.808.8300
- mpireclub.com
MGM National Harbor
All-inclusive resort and casino where one can take in a show, dine on the fare of celebrity chefs, or try his hand at games of chance. Like its Las Vegas fountainhead, but with the trademark Washington graces.
- 101 MGM National Ave National Harbor MD 20745
- National Harbor
- +1 301.971.5000
- mgmnationalharbor.com
Good Guys Club
Casual neighborhood tavern featuring a motley lineup of engaging entertainers. Beers, spirits, wine, and bar fare served for lunch, dinner, and late night.
- 2311 Wisconsin Ave NW Washington DC 20007
- Georgetown
- +1 202.333.8128
- goodguysclub.com
Cloakroom
Shiny new burlesque venue with ground-to-rooftop levels of performance space for the lovely paragons that bring it to life. Serving drinks and visual feasts from afternoon until late.
- 476 K St NW Washington DC 20001
- Mount Vernon Square
- +1 202.909.5600
- cloakroomdc.com