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    Cielo

    4.1 (18 reviews)
    Open • 5:00 pm - 2:00 am (Next day)

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    Denaya H.

    Im not sure if I'll try this spot again, but it wasn't bad. Let's start with the vibes here. Music was fun (reminds me of the music at GAIA). Great volume because I didn't have to yell at my friend during dinner. Our sever, David, was ON IT! He didn't give off the vibes that this was a restaurant that recently opened and was the perfect mix of attentive and giving us space to just enjoy dinner. His recommendations were also pretty solid. We ended up doing their restaurant week menu. A pleasant surprise because I didn't know they were participating. I was happy to be able to try more things on the menu this way. The food looks amazing, but the flavors aren't all there. My friend enjoyed her tiger prawns and snapper. David said there would be a slight kick to it and reassured her that it wouldn't be too intense since she's not a spicy fanatic, but she loved both of the items (including the spice)! For my meal I started with the pork belly. That was the best thing I had for dinner. The pork belly was perfectly cooked and topped with a nice pineapple jam. It came with a small portion of their whipped sweet potatoes which were also tasty. My main course was the NY Strip steak. I am not sure what the issue is with getting a proper medium steak, but this was more on the medium well side and kind of tough. On top of being tough, it was lacking flavor big time. That was disappointing. For some additional sides we had the whipped mashed potatoes and the fried rice. The mashed potatoes were a perfect consistency and tasted amazing. The fried rice was not as good as it looked and the flavors felt very isolated instead of working together. There were 2 options for dessert and we each got one. The churros were cool, but came out cold. Not sure if that was ok purpose. The crepe style cake was not for me. I ate the berries, but wasn't a fan of the actual cake. Not saying it was nasty, just not for me. Their drinks were very pretty, but also just okay. I think people should give this spot a try as they grow and it's nice to have a "fine" dining spot in Arlington.

    T T.

    The ambiance, the food, the service and drinks were so so so good. Will definitely return to this restaurant. Our waiter was really nice and knew what to recommend. The blue drink I don't care for, tooo sweet for me, but my friend liked it. I stuck with French 75 lol.

    Fried rice - added shrimp , plantain tostadas
    Mila F.

    I need to return to take more pictures because the restaurant itself is absolutely gorgeous. Large back wall of screens and beautiful 'afterlife' decor. I heard they were going for a la Vie look... nailed it! It's about time Arlington got some upscale restaurants to dine at! The food also impressed. I love Latin flavors and the restaurant menu seems to be an umbrella of Spanish food, including Brazilian, Caribbean and Latino inspired dishes. I really enjoyed the plantain tuna tostadas. And I want to go back to try other dishes. The drinks were incredibly creative and I wish I could remember the names, but I tried two that were absolutely delicious. We sat at the bar and service was incredibly fast and professional, especially for a new restaurant. I will definitely be back!

    Judy L.

    The food is just elevated and creative. EAT EVERYTHING!!! Outstanding service, friendly and kids friendly. We appreciate that the restaurant accommodate kids so parents can eat good. Gorgeous ambiance! We sat ob the lava lamp side but if you prefer a more intimate setting, that's available in the other dining room too.

    kathleen G.

    I had a reservation and we were seated right away. The service was amazing from the beginning. Our waiter, Julio was super friendly, attentive, and funny. Julio definitely made our experience even better! The place is absolutely beautiful and very well decorated, and the food was delicious. Everything we tried was so good. Definitely worth visiting, and I would absolutely come back!!!

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    Emily C.

    Everything was absolutely delicious 10/10 in my part, customer service was great and well attended

    Tomahak, 10/10
    Melanie C.

    Great atmosphere, 100% recommend trying the Tomahawk! The drinks menu was very diverse and the music was good. Service was good.

    ceviche best in dc; crisp calamari on top and a leche de tigre that is amazing

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    Julio was awesome! Food is delicious and atmosphere is vibes. Definitely coming back!

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    2.7(243 reviews)
    0.1 mi•Clarendon
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    A night out at the Clarendon Ballroom (aka the Clarendon Popup Bar) is always a grand old time…read more Despite the name it is not a place for ballroom dancing. Instead the music skews more towards the "urban" side but its still very enjoyable. The DJs who rotate through on the weekend are all very skilled and know precisely when to transition the music into some Papa Roach to really get the crowd amped up. The standout highlight by far, however, is the shiny-headed bald bartender. I believe the other bartenders refer to him as Twinkerbell? He always pours a delicious but stiff drink with just the right amount of alcohol to get you feeling good without feeling like you're just drinking straight liquor. He is a consummate gentleman and a real hoot to boot. It's always a pleasure being serviced by him. If this bar ever were to go on Bar Rescue, I'm sure that the curmudgeonly Jon Taffert would be enchanted by the young Twinkerbell. If I had to mention one complaint, I just wish that they would hold events for the under 21 crowd every once in a while so that my 16 year-old girlfriend could accompany me here. They also have a strict "No firearms" policy which even extends to Glocks, so don't forget to leave yours at home or in the car outside.

    The bartender thought I wasn't paying attention and tried to charge me $870 for two vodka sodas and…read moretwo shots. The place is scammy. Watch your transactions.

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    3.9(795 reviews)
    4.4 mi
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    Wow I can't even count the number of shows I've seen here in my lifetime. As I'm originally from…read morePittsburgh, it was nothing to make the drive to catch some of our favorite bands performing. This old school punk venue has been around since the early 80s and I started seeing shows here in my late teens. The history behind this place is just mind-blowing and incredible. To me it's one of the best places to see a live band. The sound is spot on. I've seen Fugazi (sadly never got to see Minor Threat), Bad Brains, and several other bands here. Iconic and legendary venue... for music lovers it's a must at least once to see a performance here.

    Solid concert venue in a convenient location in DC. Parking is available on surrounding streets if…read moreyou arrive early enough. You can also pay for a parking pass through their website but the lot only opens up an hour beforehand so be sure to plan your evening with that in mind. We ended up parking on the street for only $3 since we arrived early to grab dinner nearby. The entry line was super long and literally went around the block but it moved surprisingly fast. Staff was friendly and helpful at the door. The inside was dark when we arrived and it would've been nice to have some house lights so people could find their way around the venue a little easier. The AC was cranking and the temp was comfortable. Upstairs has standing room and some bleachers which provides a good view with less of a crowd. Their VIP area looks nice and I'd be interested in splurging next time for a seat and a better view. There's bars downstairs and upstairs and even some food concessions. Getting out of the venue from the balcony was a bit stressful with only one way out. It makes you imagine what would happen if you needed to get out in a rush... other than that, it's a good space.

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    2.8(332 reviews)
    3.2 mi•Dupont Circle, Downtown
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    This spot has lots of potential. I like the place's vibe and ambiance. I came on a Saturday night…read moreand it happen to be 18 and over night. Needless to say, there were more kids in here, with X's on their hand, than in Chuck E. Cheese. That must have had secruity issues in teh past because they wand everyone and then they also pat them down prior to them being allowed in. I would think that energy should be directed towards getting a ID machine that most bars have to detect fake IDs. The place has 4 levels of bars/dancing, 3 of which were open during my visit. The drinks are small and way over priced. And be aware that the tip is already included on your tab. The place is decorated with a bunch of neon lights and the music that they had playing was on point. The DJs were hot fire. The main level bar has televisions to watch. They had Thursday night football playing when I was there. I will warn you there are a lot of steps to get to the top level/patio. Be prepared to get your workout in. I fell sorry for an intoxicated person trying to make it down the stairs. The top level is enclosed with a partially covered roof. It is open air, so I am not sure it is open in cold or inclement weather. Each level has VIP areas that you can get with bottle service. I highly recommend getting on the VIP list prior to coming here. That gets you free admission and a watered down drink of your choice. Don't get me wrong this is a decent bar with lots of potential. all the young kids just was not my scene. The prices of the drinks could also be a little more reasonable as well. I would try this place again on a 21+ night.

    the line to go in wasn't very long. $20 cover fee. some of the music was being repeated on the…read moredifferent floors. the rooftop was full of entitled white men. automatic gratuity added to drink bills, which i thought was kinda strange. there was a man standing at the staircase groping women & when i reported it to the security guard he asked me where the security up there was at, but there wasn't one. overall it was very fun but if you don't have the money, maybe don't go.

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    4.2(22 reviews)
    4.0 mi•U Street Corridor

    We hosted a corporate holiday party here. The staff members were super accommodating and made the…read morewhole process easy to deal with. Considering the HH deals across DC, I'd have to say Crush is one of the best on Thursdays at least. I got to try a wide assortment of drinks here too, and absolutely loved the Pornstar Martini. If you're looking to host a private event that offers a great space with friendly staff, I would consider going here!

    Dear reader, Crush…read moreDance Bar is such a fun spot and easily one of my favorite places to go out in DC. The rooftop and open-air area is so nice and gives you the perfect place to hang out, catch a little air, and still feel part of the energy, which feels like a very strong social advantage. The drinks here are seriously so good. I always go for a crush, usually grapefruit, while my husband reliably orders the porn star martini, and both are excellent. The orange crush is also great, but the grapefruit is probably my favorite. The fact that they fresh squeeze the juice right at the bar is kind of crazy and honestly feels pretty unique in the District. As for the porn star martini, it is insanely good, and the alcoholic passion fruit foam takes it completely over the top in the best way. The bartenders are incredible and so kind, which always makes a place stand out more, and the music is always great. They also have frequent live DJs in house, which keeps the vibe fun and does a great job of highlighting local talent. Every time I have been, it has been a really great time from start to finish. Overall, Crush is the kind of place that makes it very easy to stay for one more drink and a little longer than planned. I will absolutely keep coming back.

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