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DC, Feel Like A Drink and A Show?
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I've been an entertainer in DC for years so of COURSE I'm going to have a list of my favorite spots! All are either LGBTQ+ spaces or friendly. Some of these have really great drag and burlesque shows as well as good, strong drinks, and I'm not just s...
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Show Venues

If we're going out to watch a show, I'm taking you to one of these spots without debate.

 
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If you're seeing this post, don't sleep on it. Barrel House is one of DCs newest hot spots. Live music, aerialists, fire, burlesque, drag, this venue has it all AND caffeine until 4pm when it turns into liquor. Check eventbrite for their ticketed eve...
Barrel House Cafe & Bar
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The staff here is so fun AND they make great, inventive cocktails. Bottomless brunch mimosas are $22 - A MIRACLE for DC! I host drag brunch here on the first Sunday of the month!
Roofers Union
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Always a stop on my nights out! Keep it simple with the vodka sodas and you'll get strong drinks, great drag shows, and great trivia nights!
Kiki
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Drag shows every Sunday and a great bottomless brunch! Always an upbeat crowd here.
Shaw's Tavern
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If you're feeling a more upscale night without sacrificing good music - this is IT! They have live music, great DJs and a fabulous burlesque show called the Cheeky Martini ✨ check their website for show dates.
Eighteenth Street Lounge
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Bars & Restaurants

I will most likely (definitely) ask to stop at one of these places if we're drinking.

 
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Great, fast cocktails and a fabulous 2-4-1 Happy Hour!
Number Nine
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The roof caught fire recently but as soon as they're back in business trust and believe my a$$ is going back for Trivia night! Once you join the Stoney's family there's no going back, you're always welcome.
Stoney's on P St.
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Must must must try the French 75! Go early to get a table or bar spot, it will get cozy so be ready to make new friends!
All Souls Bar
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