Going Out Guide - Local entertainment and nightlife.

Posted at 12:05 PM ET, 11/02/2011

Go on, ask her anything: Philippa Hughes is our next guest Guru

By Lavanya Ramanathan

The arts doyenne joins the Got Plans? chat to talk about the art-heavy month.

By Lavanya Ramanathan | 12:05 PM ET, 11/02/2011 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Categories: Misc., Museums

Posted at 09:00 AM ET, 11/02/2011

Deciphering #DCResidence @DCWeek

By Lavanya Ramanathan

An arts-focused, fashion-forward event pops up this weekend on H Street NE.

By Lavanya Ramanathan | 09:00 AM ET, 11/02/2011 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Categories: Museums, Misc.

Posted at 07:00 AM ET, 11/01/2011

Nightlife Agenda: Day of the Dead, Peggy Sue and VV Brown

By Fritz Hahn, David Malitz and Rhome Anderson

Every Tuesday, the Going Out Gurus highlight the week’s best DJs, bands and parties.

By Fritz Hahn, David Malitz and Rhome Anderson | 07:00 AM ET, 11/01/2011 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Categories: Bars and Clubs, Music

Posted at 11:34 AM ET, 10/31/2011

More D.C. tours to try

By Amy Joyce

See five more ideas for tours to try, by land, river and Segway.

By Amy Joyce | 11:34 AM ET, 10/31/2011 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Categories: Misc.

Posted at 10:58 AM ET, 10/31/2011

Arts briefs: ‘Retro Rendezvous’; FotoWeek DC; Degas at the Phillips Collection

By Erin Williams

Family art events worth checking out this week.

By Erin Williams | 10:58 AM ET, 10/31/2011 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)

Posted at 04:00 PM ET, 10/30/2011

Free and easy: Fotoweek DC and Harry Belafonte

By Jess Righthand

Free this week: Fotoweek DC hosts 14 exhibitions, Harry Belafonte speaks and salsa gets spooky tonight.

By Jess Righthand | 04:00 PM ET, 10/30/2011 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Categories: Free and Cheap

Posted at 06:33 PM ET, 10/28/2011

Brace for the cold with our guide to the best hot chocolate

By Lavanya Ramanathan

Let our list of best hot cocoas help get you through the blustery weekend. [ Read more ]

By Lavanya Ramanathan | 06:33 PM ET, 10/28/2011 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Categories: Misc.

Posted at 03:47 PM ET, 10/28/2011

Weekend update: Sing your heart out

By Brandon Weigel

In today’s Weekend section, we get you ready to grab the mike and belt out your favorite tune at some of Washington’s best karaoke nights.

By Brandon Weigel | 03:47 PM ET, 10/28/2011 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Categories: Events

Posted at 02:47 PM ET, 10/28/2011

Something for the Weekend: Last-minute Halloween advice

By Fritz Hahn

Looking for big-money costume contests, fancy drinks, fun bands or arty parties? We’ve got you covered.

By Fritz Hahn | 02:47 PM ET, 10/28/2011 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Categories: Bars and Clubs

Posted at 02:00 PM ET, 10/28/2011

FotoWeek DC: What to know

By Lavanya Ramanathan

The weeklong photography festival is bigger than ever this year. Here’s how to navigate it.

By Lavanya Ramanathan | 02:00 PM ET, 10/28/2011 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Categories: Events, Free and Cheap, Museums

Posted at 12:56 PM ET, 10/28/2011

Food in Focus: GrillMarX

By Justin Rude

For his dining column this week, Washington Post food critic Tom Sietsema traveled to Olney to visit GrillMarX, a new steakhouse and raw bar. [ Read more ]

By Justin Rude | 12:56 PM ET, 10/28/2011 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Categories: Restaurants

Posted at 11:23 AM ET, 10/28/2011

New and popular DVDs

By Stephanie Merry

Check out this week’s new releases and see what Washington is watching.

By Stephanie Merry | 11:23 AM ET, 10/28/2011 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Categories: Movies

Posted at 11:00 AM ET, 10/28/2011

You could be a wrap star

By Amy Hitt

We’re asking Washington area kids age 12 and younger to design their own holiday gift wrap and send it to us here at The Post.

By Amy Hitt | 11:00 AM ET, 10/28/2011 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Categories: Misc., Holiday | Tags: Holiday 2011

Posted at 08:00 AM ET, 10/28/2011

Got (Halloween) Plans? The best of this week’s chat

By Lavanya Ramanathan

We recap the best questions and advice doled out in this week’s Halloween-themed chat.

By Lavanya Ramanathan | 08:00 AM ET, 10/28/2011 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Categories: Bars and Clubs, Events | Tags: Halloween

Posted at 07:00 AM ET, 10/28/2011

New movies: ‘Martha Marcy May Marlene,’ ‘The Rum Diary’

By Jess Righthand

In this week’s new movies, Mary Kate and Ashley make way for a star turn by their little sister Elizabeth and Johnny Depp delivers a valentine to Hunter S. Thompson.

By Jess Righthand | 07:00 AM ET, 10/28/2011 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Categories: Movies

Posted at 06:37 PM ET, 10/27/2011

Art in focus: Evan Reed at Greater Reston Arts Center

By Michael O'Sullivan

Sculptor Evan Reed creates structures to house the imagination, not the body.

By Michael O'Sullivan | 06:37 PM ET, 10/27/2011 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Categories: Events, Museums

Posted at 06:17 PM ET, 10/27/2011

Belt it out: The best karaoke spots

By Stephanie Merry

Whether you’re self-assured, shy or silly, there’s a karaoke night for you.

By Stephanie Merry | 06:17 PM ET, 10/27/2011 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Categories: Misc.

Posted at 04:42 PM ET, 10/27/2011

November’s best concerts

By David Malitz

TheJay-Z and Kanye West’s “Watch The Throne” tour hits Verizon Center, and rave culture takes over RFK Stadium over Thanksgiving weekend.

By David Malitz | 04:42 PM ET, 10/27/2011 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Categories: Music

Posted at 02:31 PM ET, 10/27/2011

D.C., home of the young and hip

By Going Out Gurus

What makes D.C. appealing to young adults? Just look at all this city has to offer.

By Going Out Gurus | 02:31 PM ET, 10/27/2011 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Categories: Misc.

Posted at 12:23 PM ET, 10/27/2011

Plan your weekend: Costume contests, ‘Destroyed’

By Brandon Weigel

Costume contests, Moby doing an acoustic show and Stephen Sondheim’s first musical top our list.

By Brandon Weigel | 12:23 PM ET, 10/27/2011 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Categories: Events

Posted at 10:00 AM ET, 10/27/2011

Build your own gourmet bloody mary at Poste

By Fritz Hahn

Poste’s new weekend brunch includes a build-your-own bloody mary bar with house-made ingredients from hot sauce to pickles.

By Fritz Hahn | 10:00 AM ET, 10/27/2011 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Categories: Bars and Clubs, Restaurants

Posted at 07:19 PM ET, 10/26/2011

Hot Tickets: Colin Hay, Tito El Bambino

By Brandon Weigel

Tickets go on sale Friday at 10 a.m. through Live Nation for Tito El Bambino at the Fillmore Silver Spring.

By Brandon Weigel | 07:19 PM ET, 10/26/2011 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Categories: Music

Posted at 03:36 PM ET, 10/26/2011

Marine Corps Marathon set for Sunday

By Alex Baldinger

Here’s where to fuel up and how to get around to the best viewing spots.

By Alex Baldinger | 03:36 PM ET, 10/26/2011 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Categories: Events

Posted at 12:27 PM ET, 10/26/2011

Halloween celebrations start tonight

By Fritz Hahn

Halloween may not be until next Monday, but the parties, happy hours and costume contests get underway tonight.

By Fritz Hahn | 12:27 PM ET, 10/26/2011 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Categories: Bars and Clubs

Posted at 12:21 PM ET, 10/26/2011

Dupont High Heel Race in photos

By Alex Baldinger

The 25th annual Dupont High Heel Race took place last night on 17th Street and Post photographer Jahi Chikwendiu was there to capture some glitzy shots of the action.

By Alex Baldinger | 12:21 PM ET, 10/26/2011 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Categories: Events

Posted at 09:33 AM ET, 10/26/2011

Need Halloween costume advice? Ask the pros Thursday at 1

By Lavanya Ramanathan

Costume designer Kendra Rai and Sandy Smoker Duraes, the manager of the venerable costume shop Backstage Inc. join us for Got Plans on Thursday at 1.

By Lavanya Ramanathan | 09:33 AM ET, 10/26/2011 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Categories: Bars and Clubs, Misc. | Tags: Halloween

Posted at 08:00 AM ET, 10/26/2011

Today in Food: Dragon Creek oysters and small batch gins

By Justin Rude

Feel-good oysters, small batch gins, Latin-Korean fusion and more, in today’s Food section.

By Justin Rude | 08:00 AM ET, 10/26/2011 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Categories: Restaurants

Posted at 05:09 PM ET, 10/25/2011

Evening Star Café poised for a makeover (and a new chef)

By Tom Sietsema

The Del Ray restaurant will close after dinner service Nov. 5 for a much-needed renovation and reopen the business later in the month.

By Tom Sietsema | 05:09 PM ET, 10/25/2011 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Categories: Restaurants

Posted at 02:40 PM ET, 10/25/2011

Metro delivers scary delays for Halloween weekend

By Fritz Hahn

Station closures and single-tracking threatening to derail your Halloween plans? How about getting to the Marine Corps Marathon? We offer solutions to a scary situation.

By Fritz Hahn | 02:40 PM ET, 10/25/2011 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Categories: Misc.

Posted at 01:16 PM ET, 10/25/2011

A week of events with the kids

By Amy Orndorff

Halloween is fast approaching, so we pulled together the spookiest events for your little ghosts and goblins.

By Amy Orndorff | 01:16 PM ET, 10/25/2011 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Categories: Events

Posted at 12:41 PM ET, 10/25/2011

Go behind the scenes at RFK Stadium on Saturday

By Alex Baldinger

As far as loveable old dust-heaps go, you’d have to look far and wide to find better than RFK Stadium.

By Alex Baldinger | 12:41 PM ET, 10/25/2011 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Categories: Events

Posted at 07:00 AM ET, 10/25/2011

Nightlife Agenda: Halloween and Yacht Rock edition

By Fritz Hahn, David Malitz and Rhome Anderson

Every Tuesday, the Going Out Gurus highlight the week’s best DJs, bands, dance nights and parties.

By Fritz Hahn, David Malitz and Rhome Anderson | 07:00 AM ET, 10/25/2011 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)

Posted at 07:14 PM ET, 10/24/2011

Ray’s: The Steaks at East River closes for renovations

By Tim Carman

Michael Landrum’s steak house in Ward 7 is scheduled to reopen in January.

By Tim Carman | 07:14 PM ET, 10/24/2011 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Categories: Restaurants

Posted at 05:34 PM ET, 10/24/2011

Dupont High Heel Race turns 25

By Alex Baldinger

The annual drag race means scores of costumed men in high heels will jog down 17th Street NW, cheered on by thousands of screaming specators ready to get into the spirit of Halloween.

By Alex Baldinger | 05:34 PM ET, 10/24/2011 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)

Posted at 05:29 PM ET, 10/24/2011

Rob Weland steps into the kitchen at Cork

By Tom Sietsema

And he’ll find a few familiar faces there from his previous job at Poste, too.

By Tom Sietsema | 05:29 PM ET, 10/24/2011 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Categories: Restaurants

Posted at 03:17 PM ET, 10/24/2011

Feeds & Reads: Death metal cocktails, why D.C. beer prices are a racket

By Lavanya Ramanathan

We round up the stories, blog posts, tweets and going-out scuttlebutt that have us talking.

By Lavanya Ramanathan | 03:17 PM ET, 10/24/2011 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Categories: Events, Bars and Clubs | Tags: Feeds and Reads

Posted at 02:00 PM ET, 10/24/2011

Will Ferrell receives Mark Twain Prize at Kennedy Center

By Jess Righthand

Take a look back at the Mark Twain Prize winner’s movies with our reviews for “Old School,” “Elf ”and more.

By Jess Righthand | 02:00 PM ET, 10/24/2011 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Categories: Movies

Posted at 01:00 PM ET, 10/24/2011

Bikeshare increases rates, expands

By Stephanie Merry

The bright red bicycles are heading to Alexandria, and costs are going up for short-term users.

By Stephanie Merry | 01:00 PM ET, 10/24/2011 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Categories: Misc.

Posted at 11:58 AM ET, 10/24/2011

Lunch today: Bonmi

By Justin Rude

Looking for something new for lunch? If you near Farragut Square, it won’t get much newer than Bonmi , a new restaurant serving variations on the popular Vietnamese banh mi sandwich.

By Justin Rude | 11:58 AM ET, 10/24/2011 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Categories: Restaurants

Posted at 11:23 AM ET, 10/24/2011

‘Paranormal Activity 3’ goes gangbusters at weekend box office

By Jess Righthand

Horror flick “Paranormal Activity 3” dominated the weekend box office with a record-breaking $54 million.

By Jess Righthand | 11:23 AM ET, 10/24/2011 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Categories: Movies

Posted at 11:08 AM ET, 10/24/2011

Theater comings and goings this week

By Amy Orndorff

Theater buffs, take note: It’s your last week to see seven area productions, and your chance to get tickets to several new shows.

By Amy Orndorff | 11:08 AM ET, 10/24/2011 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)

Posted at 04:00 PM ET, 10/23/2011

Free and easy: Halloween edition

By Jess Righthand

Free this week: an emcee battle at Fillmore Silver Spring, the 25th annual High Heel Race and a slew of other Halloween excitement.

By Jess Righthand | 04:00 PM ET, 10/23/2011 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Categories: Free and Cheap

Posted at 04:12 PM ET, 10/21/2011

Food in focus: Everlasting Life

By Justin Rude

Vegan country fried steak? What does that even look like?

By Justin Rude | 04:12 PM ET, 10/21/2011 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Categories: Restaurants

Posted at 02:51 PM ET, 10/21/2011

Jetties Bethesda opens Saturday after delays

By Tim Carman

After months of red tape, Bo Blair and David Scribner are set to open the latest Jetties in Bethesda.

By Tim Carman | 02:51 PM ET, 10/21/2011 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Categories: Restaurants

Posted at 01:53 PM ET, 10/21/2011

Where to get your pumpkin fix

By Lavanya Ramanathan

Where to get your fix of this sweet fall staple.

By Lavanya Ramanathan | 01:53 PM ET, 10/21/2011 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Categories: Events, Bars and Clubs | Tags: Halloween, fall

Posted at 01:48 PM ET, 10/21/2011

Let’s celebrate: The best destinations for groups

By Fritz Hahn

Whether you’re celebrating a birthday, a promotion or another festive event, these restaurants will have room for everyone on your guest list.

By Fritz Hahn | 01:48 PM ET, 10/21/2011 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Categories: Restaurants, Bars and Clubs

Posted at 01:32 PM ET, 10/21/2011

Highlights from the Gurus’ chat: The scoop on Howard Homecoming and Halloween

By Lavanya Ramanathan

We brought in two guest chatters to tackle your going out questions.

By Lavanya Ramanathan | 01:32 PM ET, 10/21/2011 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Categories: Misc. | Tags: Going Out Gurus chat

Posted at 12:09 PM ET, 10/21/2011

Weekend update: Free!

By Brandon Weigel

In today’s Weekend section, Amy Orndorff offers an extensive list of great free events.

By Brandon Weigel | 12:09 PM ET, 10/21/2011 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Categories: Events, Misc. | Tags: weekend update

Posted at 07:00 AM ET, 10/21/2011

New movies: ‘Margin Call,’ ‘Johnny English Reborn’

By Jess Righthand

In this week’s new movies, a drama about the financial sector hits home, an international man of mystery lacks intelligence and the latest from Pedro Almodovar serves up some serious food for thought.

By Jess Righthand | 07:00 AM ET, 10/21/2011 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Categories: Movies

Posted at 05:20 PM ET, 10/20/2011

Art in focus: Artomatic @ Frederick

By Michael O'Sullivan

Take a virtual tour of Artomatic @ Frederick before you hit the road.

By Michael O'Sullivan | 05:20 PM ET, 10/20/2011 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Categories: Events, Museums

Posted at 02:32 PM ET, 10/20/2011

Fall colors at the National Arboretum

By Stephanie Merry

Good things come in small packages at the National Bonsai and Penjing Museum.

By Stephanie Merry | 02:32 PM ET, 10/20/2011 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Categories: Museums

Posted at 01:10 PM ET, 10/20/2011

Plan your weekend: Wine Riot, Howard homecoming, ICC road race

By Brandon Weigel

On our list: a wine fest for neophytes and a road race on the Intercounty Connector.

By Brandon Weigel | 01:10 PM ET, 10/20/2011 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Categories: Events

Posted at 07:39 PM ET, 10/19/2011

Hot Tickets: Puscifer, Band of Horses

By Brandon Weigel

By Brandon Weigel | 07:39 PM ET, 10/19/2011 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Categories: Music

Posted at 03:42 PM ET, 10/19/2011

Today in Food: Ginger and hot dogs

By Justin Rude

A look inside this week’s Food section.

By Justin Rude | 03:42 PM ET, 10/19/2011 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Categories: Restaurants

Posted at 12:40 PM ET, 10/19/2011

Tom Sietsema’s Dining Guide leftovers

By Tom Sietsema

Wondering why your favorite place didn’t make the Dining Guide? Three critiques shed light on the review process, and why some places didn’t pass the critical test. [ Read more ]

By Tom Sietsema | 12:40 PM ET, 10/19/2011 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)

Posted at 12:26 PM ET, 10/19/2011

A makeover for Jaleo

By Tom Sietsema

The D.C. restaurant that’s most overdue for a facelift? Tom Sietsema’s vote goes to the original Jaleo in Penn Quarter. And it appears he’s not alone in that assessment.

By Tom Sietsema | 12:26 PM ET, 10/19/2011 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)

Posted at 12:25 PM ET, 10/19/2011

Win tickets to the lighting of the National Christmas Tree

By Fritz Hahn

The National Park Service has announced that 17,000 tickets to see the lighting of the National Christmas Tree will be given away in an online lottery.

By Fritz Hahn | 12:25 PM ET, 10/19/2011 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Categories: Holiday | Tags: Holiday 2011

Posted at 10:49 AM ET, 10/19/2011

Ask the Gurus here

By Anne Kenderdine

Technical difficulties are making it hard to submit questions to our chat, so just write yours in the comments here.

By Anne Kenderdine | 10:49 AM ET, 10/19/2011 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Categories: Misc.

Posted at 06:47 PM ET, 10/18/2011

Nightlife Agenda: Homecoming, Double Dagger and Drop the Lime

By Fritz Hahn, David Malitz and Rhome Anderson

Sing karaoke at the W Hotel, say farewell to Double Dagger, get shook by Mobb Deep, taste a new beer or hear rappers on the rise in Silver Spring.

By Fritz Hahn, David Malitz and Rhome Anderson | 06:47 PM ET, 10/18/2011 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Categories: Bars and Clubs

Posted at 05:31 PM ET, 10/18/2011

Food in Focus: The Fall Dining Guide

By Justin Rude

Tom Sietsema’s 2011 Fall Dining Guide launched last week and with it came another full gallery of glorious food photography. [ Read more ]

By Justin Rude | 05:31 PM ET, 10/18/2011 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Categories: Restaurants

Posted at 03:53 PM ET, 10/18/2011

Guru picks: What to do this week

By David Malitz

Hear from Patrick Stewart, see two versions of “Othello” in two days and plan some cool events for the kids.

By David Malitz | 03:53 PM ET, 10/18/2011 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Categories: Events

Posted at 12:27 PM ET, 10/18/2011

Halloween events with the kids

By Amy Orndorff

Halloween events are like pumpkins. Some are big, some are small, some feature spooky faces or silly grins. But two things are sure: Each one is different, and kids love them.

By Amy Orndorff | 12:27 PM ET, 10/18/2011 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)

Posted at 04:54 PM ET, 10/17/2011

Feeds and Reads: Meatballs and lies edition

By Fritz Hahn

How far would you go to get a table at Estadio? Bribes? Forgery?

By Fritz Hahn | 04:54 PM ET, 10/17/2011 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Categories: Misc.

Posted at 12:28 PM ET, 10/17/2011

‘Real Steel,’ ‘Footloose’ top weekend box office

By Jess Righthand

It seems that while people were excited about seeing Kenny Wormald and Julianne Hough in the remake of “Footloose,” metal robot wars prevailed at this weekend’s box office.

By Jess Righthand | 12:28 PM ET, 10/17/2011 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Categories: Movies

Posted at 12:16 PM ET, 10/17/2011

Theater comings and goings this week

By Amy Orndorff

Theater buffs, take note: It’s your last week to see seven area productions, and your chance to get tickets to several new shows.

By Amy Orndorff | 12:16 PM ET, 10/17/2011 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)

Posted at 06:11 PM ET, 10/14/2011

Inside the Dining Guide: What you said

By Justin Rude

The 2011 Fall Dining Guide included results from a non-scientific user poll. In addition to the statistical information, you told us why you keep returning to your favorite spots.

By Justin Rude | 06:11 PM ET, 10/14/2011 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Categories: Restaurants

Posted at 04:17 PM ET, 10/14/2011

See the fall colors close to home

By Going Out Guide staff

Find out the best time to see gorgeous foliage — without a long car ride first.

By Going Out Guide staff | 04:17 PM ET, 10/14/2011 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Categories: Misc.

Posted at 03:49 PM ET, 10/14/2011

Weekend update: Let’s meetup

By Brandon Weigel

From meetups to two Othellos, here’s what’s in today’s Weekend section.

By Brandon Weigel | 03:49 PM ET, 10/14/2011 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Categories: Events | Tags: Weekend update

Posted at 02:50 PM ET, 10/14/2011

Free and easy: Kalup Linzy, Young Jeezy

By Jess Righthand

Free this week: Bob Edwards at Politics and Prose, artist Kalup Linzy at the Corcoran and Young Jeezy at Howard University’s Yardfest.

By Jess Righthand | 02:50 PM ET, 10/14/2011 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Categories: Free and Cheap

Posted at 02:45 PM ET, 10/14/2011

Performers cross the pond to entertain

By Amy Orndorff

The Kids Euro Festival runs through Nov. 10, and

By Amy Orndorff | 02:45 PM ET, 10/14/2011 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Categories: Events

Posted at 02:22 PM ET, 10/14/2011

Something for the Weekend: U Street news

By Fritz Hahn

Two familiar faces will now be mixing cocktails at the Gibson, Lost Society introduces Halloween cocktails and Dodge City opens its doors for Redskins gameday cookouts.

By Fritz Hahn | 02:22 PM ET, 10/14/2011 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Categories: Bars and Clubs

Posted at 01:13 PM ET, 10/14/2011

Last night’s happy hour

By Anne Kenderdine

The Going Out Guide celebrated our iPhone app launch with readers at Eighteenth Street Lounge. Check out our photos from the happy hour.

By Anne Kenderdine | 01:13 PM ET, 10/14/2011 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Categories: Bars and Clubs, Events

Posted at 07:00 AM ET, 10/14/2011

New movies: ‘Footloose,’ ‘Take Shelter’

By Jess Righthand

In this week’s new movies, a movie that defined an era gets a modern makeover and a psychological thriller emerges as one of the best movies of the year.

By Jess Righthand | 07:00 AM ET, 10/14/2011 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Categories: Movies

Posted at 06:00 PM ET, 10/13/2011

Discover boutique chocolates at Spagnvola

By Amy Orndorff

The tiny chocolate factory offers tours by request on weekends. See what the fun’s all about with our photo gallery. [ Read more ]

By Amy Orndorff | 06:00 PM ET, 10/13/2011 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Categories: Restaurants

Posted at 04:42 PM ET, 10/13/2011

Boo! ‘Spooky Movie’ returns

By Michael O'Sullivan

The sixth annual Spooky Movie International Horror Film Festival comes to Artisphere Oct. 13-16.

By Michael O'Sullivan | 04:42 PM ET, 10/13/2011 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Categories: Events, Movies

Posted at 03:02 PM ET, 10/13/2011

Inside Tom Sietsema’s Dining Guide: Crunching the numbers

By Justin Rude

A detailed look at the star ratings in this year’s guide to 40 restaurants.

By Justin Rude | 03:02 PM ET, 10/13/2011 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Categories: Restaurants

Posted at 02:36 PM ET, 10/13/2011

Rogue 24’s pastry chef heads to Four Seasons

By Tom Sietsema

Chris Ford will be responsible for the sweets at two restaurants within the luxury hotel. [ Read more ]

By Tom Sietsema | 02:36 PM ET, 10/13/2011 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Categories: Restaurants

Posted at 01:19 PM ET, 10/13/2011

Plan your weekend: Kids Euro Festival, Taste of Georgetown

By Brandon Weigel

Kids Euro Festival, the Noir City DC film festival and Taste of Georgetown make our list.

By Brandon Weigel | 01:19 PM ET, 10/13/2011 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Categories: Events

Posted at 01:19 PM ET, 10/13/2011

AFI’s Noir City festival opens Saturday

By Erica Balanc

AFI hosts its annual Film Noir Festival, starting Saturday.

By Erica Balanc | 01:19 PM ET, 10/13/2011 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Categories: Going Out Gurus, Movies, Movies

Posted at 07:10 PM ET, 10/12/2011

Hot tickets: Drive-By Truckers, Kid Rock

By Brandon Weigel

Southern rockers the Drive-By Truckers are in town for a three-night residency.

By Brandon Weigel | 07:10 PM ET, 10/12/2011 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Categories: Events, Music

Posted at 05:57 PM ET, 10/12/2011

Tom Sietsema’s Fall Dining Guide 2011: Follow our list on Foursquare, chat about it on Twitter (#tomsguide)

By Katie Rogers

Curious about the places food critic Tom Sietsema listed in this year’s fall dining guide? Follow our to-do list on Foursquare to make sure you’re not missing a bite.

By Katie Rogers | 05:57 PM ET, 10/12/2011 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)

Posted at 03:36 PM ET, 10/12/2011

Theater comings and goings this week

By Amy Orndorff

By Amy Orndorff | 03:36 PM ET, 10/12/2011 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)

Posted at 11:08 AM ET, 10/12/2011

Today in Food: Jack Rose, Soupergirl

By Anne Kenderdine

Tom Sietsema takes an early look at the food at Jack Rose Dining Saloon, now open for dinner daily.

By Anne Kenderdine | 11:08 AM ET, 10/12/2011 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Categories: Restaurants

Posted at 05:52 PM ET, 10/11/2011

Nightlife Agenda: Old-school hip-hop and the end of Oktoberfest

By Fritz Hahn, David Malitz and Rhome Anderson

Oktoberfest season winds up, hip-hop stars pack local stages, a rockabilly festival hopscotches across area venues and a blogger-turned-DJ spins Awesome Tapes From Africa.

By Fritz Hahn, David Malitz and Rhome Anderson | 05:52 PM ET, 10/11/2011 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Categories: Bars and Clubs

Posted at 04:12 PM ET, 10/11/2011

Kid-friendly events this weekend

By Amy Orndorff

From clowns to trolleys, there are plenty of ways to enjoy the weekend with your little one.

By Amy Orndorff | 04:12 PM ET, 10/11/2011 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Categories: Events

Posted at 02:37 PM ET, 10/11/2011

Voltaggio’s North Market Kitchen is on hold

By Tim Carman

A $200,000 fee for sewage and water may force the owners to find a new space for the sprawling restaurant and market.

By Tim Carman | 02:37 PM ET, 10/11/2011 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Categories: Restaurants

Posted at 12:43 PM ET, 10/11/2011

Best late-night eats? Find them here.

By Lavanya Ramanathan

Skip the diners and big slice. Chow in the midnight hour now means crepes and kimchi hotdogs, dumplings and pie. [Read more]

By Lavanya Ramanathan | 12:43 PM ET, 10/11/2011 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Categories: Bars and Clubs, Restaurants

Posted at 12:33 PM ET, 10/11/2011

Scare yourself silly with the original ‘Ring’

By Fritz Hahn

The Japanese Embassy celebrates Halloween with a series of scary movies, including the terrifying “Ringu,” which Hollywood remade as “The Ring.”

By Fritz Hahn | 12:33 PM ET, 10/11/2011 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Categories: Movies

Posted at 04:53 PM ET, 10/10/2011

The Voltaggio brothers stadium show

By Tim Carman

Bryan and Michael Voltaggio plan to unveil their debut cookbook, with rock-star-like fanfare, at the Frederick Keys' stadium. [Read more]

By Tim Carman | 04:53 PM ET, 10/10/2011 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Categories: Restaurants, Events

Posted at 04:48 PM ET, 10/10/2011

Feeds & reads: Donald Trump owns a Virginia winery

By Lavanya Ramanathan

The Gurus round up the week’s must-read blog posts, tweets and restaurant/bar rumor-mongering.

By Lavanya Ramanathan | 04:48 PM ET, 10/10/2011 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Categories: Misc., Restaurants | Tags: Feeds and Reads

Posted at 03:09 PM ET, 10/10/2011

Guru picks: What to do this week

By David Malitz

The Going Out Gurus preview the events that should be on your calendar for the next seven days.

By David Malitz | 03:09 PM ET, 10/10/2011 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Categories: Events

Posted at 02:00 PM ET, 10/10/2011

Taste of DC: Tell us your stories

By Jess Righthand

Everyone was so excited about the festival’s return, but Saturday’s event sure didn’t go as planned. Find out what caused the delayed start and long lines.

By Jess Righthand | 02:00 PM ET, 10/10/2011 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Categories: Restaurants, Events

Posted at 12:13 PM ET, 10/10/2011

Join us for happy hour Thursday, win an iPhone

By Alex Baldinger

The Going Out Gurus are headed to Eighteenth Street Lounge to celebrate the launch of the new GOG iPhone app.

By Alex Baldinger | 12:13 PM ET, 10/10/2011 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Categories: Bars and Clubs, Events

Posted at 04:00 PM ET, 10/09/2011

Free and easy: GOG Happy Hour, Gertrude Stein

By Jess Righthand

Free this week: Join the Going Out Gurus for a happy hour celebrating the launch of the new iPhone app and go see the National Portrait Gallery’s new exhibit on Gertrude Stein.

By Jess Righthand | 04:00 PM ET, 10/09/2011 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Categories: Free and Cheap

Posted at 03:49 PM ET, 10/07/2011

Watershed replaces its chef de cuisine

By Tom Sietsema

After negative reviews of Watershed, the restaurant has a new chef de cuisine. [Read more]

By Tom Sietsema | 03:49 PM ET, 10/07/2011 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Categories: Restaurants

Posted at 10:30 AM ET, 10/07/2011

New and popular DVDs

By Stephanie Merry

Check out this week’s new releases and see what Washington is watching.

By Stephanie Merry | 10:30 AM ET, 10/07/2011 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Categories: Movies

Posted at 07:00 AM ET, 10/07/2011

New movies: ‘Ides of March,’ ‘Real Steel’

By Jess Righthand

In this week’s new movies, Ryan Gosling and George Clooney star in a Washington political thriller and robots crunch metal in “Real Steel.”

By Jess Righthand | 07:00 AM ET, 10/07/2011 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Categories: Movies

Posted at 05:54 PM ET, 10/06/2011

Navigating weekend Metro closures? Three ways to get to U Street and big events

By Lavanya Ramanathan, Jessica Righthand and Fritz Hahn

You can still get to the big festivals, clubs and museums without major headaches.

By Lavanya Ramanathan, Jessica Righthand and Fritz Hahn | 05:54 PM ET, 10/06/2011 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Categories: Events, Misc.

Posted at 03:01 PM ET, 10/06/2011

Plan your weekend: Artisphere’s birthday, Taste of DC

By Brandon Weigel

This weekend, get a jump on your Halloween costume, celebrate Artisphere turning 1 and get a taste of what D.C.’s best restaurants have to offer.

By Brandon Weigel | 03:01 PM ET, 10/06/2011 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Categories: Events

Posted at 12:49 PM ET, 10/06/2011

Plan ahead for the rest of 2011

By Alex Baldinger

It’s not that long ago that we were perspiring under Mother Nature’s yoke. Now, it’s practically sweater season and we’re starting to look for things to keep us entertained and warm at the same time.

By Alex Baldinger | 12:49 PM ET, 10/06/2011 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)

Posted at 06:46 PM ET, 10/05/2011

Hot Tickets: Drake, Bob Seger, BB&T Classic

By Brandon Weigel

By Brandon Weigel | 06:46 PM ET, 10/05/2011 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Categories: Events, Music

Posted at 04:35 PM ET, 10/05/2011

October 2011 art preview

By Michael O'Sullivan

Like mushrooms, a host of new galleries have recently sprouted up in the Washington area.

By Michael O'Sullivan | 04:35 PM ET, 10/05/2011 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Categories: Museums

Posted at 03:00 PM ET, 10/05/2011

Headed to Taste of D.C.? Here’s what to eat.

By Lavanya Ramanathan

The revamped fest now brings in high-end places. Here are the booths with the best deals.

By Lavanya Ramanathan | 03:00 PM ET, 10/05/2011 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Categories: Restaurants, Events

Posted at 12:48 PM ET, 10/05/2011

It’s Local Music Day in D.C.

By David Malitz

Hear music by D.C.-based acts in local stores and shops today.

By David Malitz | 12:48 PM ET, 10/05/2011 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Categories: Music

Posted at 09:00 AM ET, 10/05/2011

Get ready for a Wine Riot

By Lavanya Ramanathan

A Boston-born wine tasting event arrives at DAR this month with wines, DJs and photo booths — all aimed at a younger demographic. [ Read more ]

By Lavanya Ramanathan | 09:00 AM ET, 10/05/2011 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Categories: Events

Posted at 06:49 PM ET, 10/04/2011

Nightlife Agenda: Cash Money, nerds and Sweet Tea Pumpkin Pie

By Fritz Hahn, David Malitz and Rhome Anderson

Celebrate Artisphere’s anniversary, wander through a music festival, dance to one of the greatest DJs of all time or party with boxing great Floyd Mayweather Jr.

By Fritz Hahn, David Malitz and Rhome Anderson | 06:49 PM ET, 10/04/2011 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Categories: Bars and Clubs

Posted at 03:00 PM ET, 10/04/2011

Found: Lost and Sound at Velvet Lounge

By Fritz Hahn

A discovery for househeads: the Lost and Sound party is going weekly at Velvet Lounge.

By Fritz Hahn | 03:00 PM ET, 10/04/2011 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Categories: Bars and Clubs

Posted at 01:43 PM ET, 10/04/2011

Where to find half-smokes without Ben’s

By Alex Baldinger

Ben’s Chili Bowl is closed until the weekend, creating a serious but temporary power vacuum in the city’s half-smoke empire. Who will save us from this nightmare? [ Read more ]

By Alex Baldinger | 01:43 PM ET, 10/04/2011 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Categories: Restaurants

Posted at 01:05 PM ET, 10/04/2011

Touré talks ‘Post-Blackness’ at Busboys and Poets

By David Malitz

The author discusses his new memoir/manifesto at a free event on Wednesday.

By David Malitz | 01:05 PM ET, 10/04/2011 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Categories: Events

Posted at 12:06 PM ET, 10/04/2011

Vegetarian comfort food? 3 sandwiches that will hit the spot

By Lavanya Ramanathan and Fritz Hahn

Two new restaurants unveil spectacularly hearty vegan options, while another offers deep-fried goodness worth the trek. [ Read more ]

By Lavanya Ramanathan and Fritz Hahn | 12:06 PM ET, 10/04/2011 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Categories: Restaurants | Tags: vegetarian, vegan

Posted at 04:54 PM ET, 10/03/2011

Sample some award-winning local brews

By Fritz Hahn

Local brewers brought home a number of awards from the Great American Beer Festival. Here’s where you can sample the winners. [ Read more ]

By Fritz Hahn | 04:54 PM ET, 10/03/2011 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Categories: Bars and Clubs

Posted at 04:03 PM ET, 10/03/2011

Feeds & Reads: Tweeting the Obama anniversary, Ben’s closes (temporarily)

By Lavanya Ramanathan

The Gurus round up the week’s must-read blog posts, tweets and restaurant/bar rumor-mongering.

By Lavanya Ramanathan | 04:03 PM ET, 10/03/2011 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Categories: Restaurants

Posted at 09:55 AM ET, 10/03/2011

‘Dolphin Tale’ beats ‘Moneyball,’ Seth Rogen at box office

By Jen Chaney

And “Courageous” comes close to matching “50/50’s” box office numbers.

By Jen Chaney | 09:55 AM ET, 10/03/2011 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Categories: Movies

Posted at 04:00 PM ET, 10/02/2011

Free and easy: Taste of DC, ‘Downtown 81’

By Jess Righthand

By Jess Righthand | 04:00 PM ET, 10/02/2011 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Categories: Free and Cheap

Posted at 12:45 PM ET, 09/30/2011

Food in Focus: Virtue Feed & Grain

By Stephanie Merry

Get a closer look at the Alexandria eatery. [ Read more ]

By Stephanie Merry | 12:45 PM ET, 09/30/2011 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Categories: Restaurants

Posted at 11:47 AM ET, 09/30/2011

In case you missed it

By David Malitz

In our Sept. 29 discussion, the Going Out Gurus talked about beer bars to hit up with the girlfriend’s dad, how early to arrive at Saturday’s Crafty Bastards fair and outdoor activities for a “flying solo” weekend.

By David Malitz | 11:47 AM ET, 09/30/2011 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Categories: Misc.

Posted at 11:00 AM ET, 09/30/2011

New and popular DVDs

By Stephanie Merry

Check out this week’s new releases and see what Washington is watching.

By Stephanie Merry | 11:00 AM ET, 09/30/2011 | Permalink | Comments ( 0)
Categories: Movies

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