In need of a night out on the town? From magnificent museums to crave-worthy cocktails, here are our favorite spots for date night in DC.
ARTECHOUSE
Founded in 2015, ARTECHOUSE has become the premier destination, both online and offline, for technology-driven art. From immersive spaces to an extended reality mobile app, this forward-thinking fortress is for curiosity-seekers of all ages. Be sure to check out the museum's latest exhibit, Renewal 2121, which seeks to inspire hope amid a global pandemic while raising awareness on climate change. 1238 Maryland Ave. SW, artechouse.com
Top Golf at National Harbor
From tasty bar fare and bubbling brews to panoramic views of National Harbor, Top Golf is DC’s premier entertainment destination for any occasion. Guests can rent climate-controlled hitting bays or enjoy delicious eats from an accomplished executive chef at the sports bar and restaurant. If you’re looking for some competition, swing by on Monday nights this fall to compete for prizes in one of the Top Golf leagues. 6400 Clipper Way, Oxon Hill, 301.686.8240, topgolf.com
Calico
Since opening in fall of 2017, Calico has become a gathering spot for locals and visitors alike. Featuring a stunning outdoor patio and an intimate interior space, this urban grill serves up a variety of craft cocktails and backyard eats to be enjoyed as a couple or with a few friends. Menu offerings include chef Nate Beauchamp’s twist on East Coast classics and elevated cookout fare, while the bar program offers select regional beers and wines as well as draft cocktails and adult juice boxes. 50 Blagden Alley NW, 202.791.0134, calicodc.com
Cranes
Explore the intersections of Spanish and Japanese cuisine at Cranes, a restaurant and sake lounge by chef Pepe Moncayo. The design of the 12,000-square-foot restaurant space includes a beautifully striking bar, large sake lounge, raised dining area, open kitchen and private dining room suitable for 30 guests. Choose from one of the spectacular seasonal menu’s dishes, such as shrimp and squid tempura or stuffed spanish mackerel, while sipping on a shiso mojito made with aged rum, lime, shiso simple and club soda. 724 Ninth St. NW, 202.525.4900, cranes-dc.com
Rooster & Owl
Led by chef and owner Yuan Tang, Rooster & Owl is dedicated to the craft of the culinary arts and passionate about market-driven cuisine. This chic eatery guarantees inventive, well-crafted, and properly executed dishes with the finesse and service you'd expect from fine dining. Not to mention, Rooster & Owl encourages guests to enjoy a true social experience by building a delicious four-course meal to be enjoyed with the table—perfect for date night. 2436 14th St. NW, 202.813.3976, roosterowl.com
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