Eden Celebrates 1 Year Anniversary: Sat 6/4/11
What:
Eden Nightclub and Lounge’s 1 Year Anniversary
Where:
1716 I St NW Washington DC 20006. (202) 905 9300
When:
Saturday June 4, 2011 10:30pm – 3:30am
Line up:
Green Room (1st Floor): DJ Trayze | 2nd Floor: DJ Dynamix | Garden of Eden (Roof): Phil Chang & Ryan Mosel
Since it opened last summer, Eden has established itself as one of DC nightlife’s go to venues: 4 floors of aesthetic beauty. Guests of Eden find themselves surrounded by sophisticated LED displays, jungle-esque decor (it is the Garden of Eden, after all) and upscale clientele. Although a narrow venue, Eden provides a unique experience, especially to those lucky enough to make it to the rooftop, which brings a piece of South Beach to DC nightlife.
The DC nightlife summer kicks off this weekend with a flurry of events! Thursday 6/3/11 there’s Fedde le Grand at Glow @ Lima Lounge. Friday 6/4/11 experience DJ Enferno live at PoP @ Ultrabar Nightclub or check out the Jadakiss Birthday Bash at Fur Nightclub. This Saturday you’ve got Glenn Morrison spinning at Glow @ Fur Nightclub, DC’s biggest party; Ladies Night @ Ultrabar and of course, Eden Nightclub’s 1 year anniversary event!
Ozio
- Venue Type: Multi-floor, multi-level Club/Restaurant
- Estimated Size: A lot bigger than you think!
- Amenities: Rooftop, Kitchen ’til Midnight, Bottle Service, Valet, Cigar Bar w/ Walk-in Humidor, Happy Hour, Multiple lounge areas
- Cover Charge:
- Hours: M-Th, 5pm – 2am | F 5pm – 3am Sat 6pm – 3am | Kitchen ’til midnight | Sun Closed
- Dress Code: Some suits, t-shirts w/jackets, button downs, look nice
- Age Requirement: 21+
- Location: Midtown
- Address: 1813 M St NW Washington DC 20036. (202) 822 6000
- Website: www.oziodc.com
- Atmosphere: Elegance at every turn. Maintaining an air of historic Washington, Ozio is located in 2 combined row houses and fuses an Art Deco style with the colonial feel of exposed brick. Intimate yet spacious. Around every corner patrons will find hidden lounge areas for a quick escape. With all the different levels, it’s hard to nail down how many floors the venue is, which we love. At the top of Ozio sits a vibrant rooftop servicing two bars, VIP, more lounges and a high-end crowd that came to have a good time
Venue Overview
From the outside, Ozio seems to be a small, seemingly regular bar/lounge. The beautiful, well-dressed, diverse crowd waiting to get in says otherwise. The first floor allows patrons the luxury of smoking at the bar, provides ample booth seating and features the bar tending expertise (and trickery) of Ozio’s owner. A walk-in humidor cements the suave appeal of the venue. It’s the calm before the storm above.
As patrons ascend a wide, wrapping staircase, they are met with the first of Ozio’s many splits. To the left is a high-end cigar bar with a menu consisting of Arturo Fuentes (incl. Opus X) , Ashtons, Cohibas, C.A.O.s, Macanudos, Monte Cristos, Romeo & Julietas and a host of others, including the Padron Anniversario. It’s a level frequented by diplomats, businesspeople and young professionals alike. At the end of the bar and around a corner exists the first of many hidden lounges at Ozio. A descending staircase leads patrons into the 2nd row house, revealing exposed brick, artwork and spacious yet intimate couch settings.
Should you hang a right when arriving at the second floor, you’ll find a dance floor, bar and DJ booth at the far end of the room, and a gateway to the rooftop above. This gateway, another of Ozio’s levels, features a large table area and a mini staircase leading to another low key, spacious lounge area.
The proper stamp allows party goers access to Washington DC’s newest rooftop bar. Encased in an ever changing spectrum of club lights, scattered trees and two bars, Ozio’s rooftop provides a completely different atmosphere to the bars and lounges below. Featuring house music and outdoor bottle service, the Ozio rooftop club is DC nightlife’s newest gem. Packed with an attractive and refreshingly unpretentious crowd, it’s a great place to spend your weekend hours. Moving across the roof you’ll be met with more of Ozio’s famous elegant lounge and VIP areas. They are inside but feature open air hallways to the roof.
Events
- Happy Hour: M-F, 5-8 and Sat 6-11 feat. $4/5 Martini, $4 Wine and $3/4 Beer Specials
- Dinner: Greek/Italian fusion highlighted by Grilled Baby Eggplant Pizza, an assortment of tapas, eclectic salads, sandwiches and entrees ranging from Chicken Corinthian to Baked Stuffed Shrimp to Filet. Kitchen open daily ’til midnight.
- Late Night: Enjoy martinis, bottle service, cigars, various lounges and Ozio’s brand new rooftop every Monday – Saturday!
Latest Updates from Ozio
Photo Tour: First Floor & Humidor
Photo Tour: Second Floor – Cigar Bar, Dance Floor, Levels
Photo Tour: Rooftop
Video Tour: Ozio
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Opera Ultra Lounge DC: Sneak Preview & brief lesson in DC nightclub history
As the DC nightlife scene continues to grow and mature, more places are opening up to appeal to the lounge scene. Opera Ultra Lounge is set to be one of those great new spots, with an opening date set for the first week in June, though it’s not set in stone.
While still under construction, Opera is designed to be a unique lounge with a positive and upscale atmosphere and vibe, with emphasis on service. The space was designed by Francois Frossard, a famed nightclub/lounge designer that has laid out some of the most lavish nightclubs in Miami like Set, Mansion, Privie, and ArKadia. This means very modern and stylish decor, interesting furniture, futurisic layout, bright colors, and a very cool vibe.
Their sound and lights are being done by Baha Design Group, the same people who did Policy and Josephine in DC. Since Opera is planning to have DJ events and live music events, this means it’ll be done right with good strong sound, elegant lighting, and cool effects. All without being overbearing or ridiculous.
See more pics of Opera under construction
Opera is also located in the neighborhood that was beginning of the nightlife scene in DC. For those who have been around the DC nightlife scene for a while, its a very significant and nostalgic neighborhood. 14th and I was the center of everything.
Diva Nightclub, Zei Club, and Spy Club. Those were the only places in DC for real nightlife back in the 90s. Sure, there was Georgetown and Adams Morgan, but those were bars, not nightclubs or serious lounges. The only other real clubs at the time were Vault (which became Babylon, Casbah, Home, and is now Ultrabar), 5th column, and DC Live. That’s it. 14th and I is the place where modern DC nightlife was born.
But one place in particular within the 14th & I neighborhood stands out from the rest in DC clubbing history: Spy Club. It was the spot where most of the DC promoters turned owners got their starts. Masoud A (Lima, Vetro), Antonis Karagounis (Barcode, Lima, Ultrabar), Marc Barnes (Love, Park), Mike Romeo (Fur, Lotus, Tattoo, Midtown, Dirty Martini), Charles Zhou (Eden, Muse), Andre Demoya (Eyebar which later became Eden) all got their start in DC as promoters at Spy.
When Spy club shut down, Karagounis just went a few doors down to Zei club, where Rob Alanis (Current lounge) was General Manager, and Dave Karim (Current, Josephine, Lost Society) was a managing partner.
This is also the spot where Glow, the center of the mainstream electronic music scene in the mid-atlantic, got its start with Pete Moutso and Guest DJ George Acosta on October 5th, 1999. Karagounis had heard Acosta spinning in Shadow Lounge in Florida, and knew he had to book him. Acosta ripped up the crowd that Moutso and Karagounis has built up, and Glow was born.
Who would’ve thought that 12 years later, they’d become the center of the EDM world in the mid-atlantic, booking the biggest artists in the world regularly twice a week. Its hard to imagine this random weekly party grew into an organization that puts on massive shows with Tiesto and 10,000 fans, and huge music festivals with 22,000+ people and 24 major EDM artists. Its grown to be the favorite party of both Armin van Buuren and David Guetta.
…and it all started right here in the historic 14th & I neighborhood.
Learn more about Opera Ultra Lounge
Facebook: www.facebook.com/operadc
Website: www.operadc.com
Win a 4-course Champagne dinner for 2 from CoCo Sala
To celebrate their 3-year anniversary, our neighbors at Coco Sala are giving away a free dinner for 2! All you have to do is comment on their post by the end of the day on Sunday (May 15th 2011) with your favorite CoCo Sala experience!
They’re also having a celebration right now (Thursday) to mark the occasion in style, complete with complimentary champagne and the works. Their food is really fantastic, so go ahead, indulge yourself!
From their Facebook pagec:
“Thanks to all of our loyal guests & friends, Co Co. Sala will be celebrating its 3rd Anniversary this Thursday! #DC Our celebration wouldn’t be complete without those who have continuously showered us with love & support. Please stop by Thursday between 4pm-9pm, tell your bartender/server “Happy Anniversary Co Co. Sala” & receive a complimentary glass of Bubbly. Here’s to many more years filled with amazing friends like you!”
More info:
www.cocosala.com
www.facebook.com/cocosala
Preview of Lost Society Restaurant and Lounge in DC
UPDATE 6/10/2011: Construction is nearing completion, see NEW PICS OF LOST SOCIETY
Lost Society, set to open very soon in the thriving 14th and U neighborhood, is a boutique restaurant and lounge that fully intends to bring back the lost art of making drinks and really good steaks. With real mixologists and gourmet chefs, they’re taking it seriously. And for good reason too– It’ll be the first steak-centric restaurant in the neighborhood.
Set in a casual atmosphere amidst the almost opulent French decor, big windows, rich fabrics, and deep colors, patrons will find a pleasant dining atmosphere on the main floor. A large square bar sits in the middle of the room and comfortable restaurant seating fills the room. Its an inviting space that looks classy and upscale, but isn’t pretentious or stuffy. Its quite laid back.
The white-walled lounge is upstairs with glass chandeliers hanging over a sizable bar, paintings on the walls, and a nice DJ booth. Its a place where the music will be part of the ambiance, not blasting patrons on a dancefloor. Its not a nightclub. Its a great feel for the more mature crowd that frequents the lounges in the 14th and U district.
The big draw to Lost Society is the rooftop patio. The building is on a prominent corner high up, and from the top you get a great view of Capitol Hill. There are long banquettes, pillows, high bar chairs, and a little quiet music. Half of the deck is indoors, with a bar inside so that you can enjoy the space even if its raining. The indoor half has several large french doors that open up to the magnificent patio. Throw in a little music, and this spot becomes quite the destination for the DC lounge crowd.
Knowing the area and the crowd was important to the concept development and design. Partner Dave Karim, a DC nightlife veteran with well over 20 years of experience here in DC, knows the area well and made sure that this venue would match the area and would be a welcome addition to growing neighborhood. The atmosphere, mood, and vibe of Lost Society is similar to those of neighboring locations. Mature, laid back, upscale, modern, and appealing to the audience that frequents the area.
But by being the only steak-centric restaurant in the neighborhood (I’m drooling just thinking about the menu), and along with that killer rooftop, Lost Society will certainly not be just another face in the crowd. They’ll be open 7 nights a week, starting with dinner at 5pm and rolling through till 2am on weekdays, 3am on weekends.
They’ll be opening very soon, so keep an eye out for updates!
Website: www.lostsociety-dc.com
Facebook: facebook.com/lostsocietydc
The Experts Have Decided: DC Nightlife’s 10 Hottest Clubs
Washington DC nightclubs, bars and lounges are a playground for recording artists, politicians, students, athletes, tourists and more. Overshadowed by destinations like NY, LA and Miami, it’s easy to see how DC nightlife has flown under the radar. However, many of the world’s biggest names party in and return to The District.
We’ve popped bottles with Drake, done shots with FC Barcelona, had David Guetta name Glow the best party in the world, gotten ‘Lost’ with Miles and Frank Lapidus, done happy hour with Donald Rumsfeld, the list goes on. With the third largest college population in the nation, the DC crowd knows how to get down.
In no particular order:
Echostage is an all-purpose concert venue built to host large-scale productions. The venue is one massive room with elongated bars, VIP mezzanines, a photo pit, etc. Everything you would expect at a live venue. It’s the largest nightlife concert hall in DC.
With its doors opening in September 2012, the Echostage schedule has already featured the top 3 DJs in the world in Armin van Buuren, Tiesto and Avicii as well as Hip-Hop and Dancehall stars Big Sean and Beenie Man.
See our complete overview of Echostage
Minted in the fourth quarter of 2010, Barcode is a venue that moves with the customer. A typical day goes something like lunch, happy hour, dinner, party. The kitchen is open every day until midnight and features trusted American classics with a twist. The bar features extensive beer and wine menus as well as specialty drinks balancing homemade syrups, fresh citrus and floral essences. Barcode is geared towards young professionals (and older) who aren’t quite ready to let go of the care-free life.
See our complete overview of Barcode
U-Hall, as it is affectionately know, is an underground DJ and concert venue that focuses on the music. No bottle service, no state of the art light system, no bells, no whistles. The sound system is one of the best in DC nightlife. Featuring DJ acts in the evening spinning techno, dubstep, moombahton and underground house; and live acts early doing indy, punk, samba, rap, big band and more; U-Hall caters to the ‘be yourself and let loose’ kind of crowd.
See our complete overview of U-Hall
Named after Napoleon’s wife, Josephine is a study in VIP grandeur. The K-Street hot spot’s pampered party-goers enjoy first-class table service, the infamous Pit (a sunken dance-floor with VIP tables lining the edges) as well as the Gold Room in the back.
Whether it’s a Latin, Nightlife Industry, Hip-Hop or EDM crowd, one thing is certain – the people look good and the liquor flows like water.
See our complete overview of Josephine
Public is the king of DC sports bars. The former club Five space has been artfully transformed to a sports lover’s paradise. With a reckless amount of TV’s, projectors and various floors, Public is the choice to watch NFL, NBA, MLB, NHL, boxing, UFC and NCAA events.
It’s also a great place to go out too, with DJ’s spinning dance and top 40 long after the game has ended. Hungry? Public offers a varied menu and a great selection of beer, plus a monthly rotation of 4 new regional beers on draft.
Combine all that with a great rooftop patio, and you have a bar heavyweight! There’s no way that your group won’t have a good time; day or night.
See our complete overview of Public
The 9:30 Club has long been a staple of DC nightlife, opening its doors to the public in 1980. Historically a rock venue, the 9:30 Club has featured plenty of legendary acts over the years, including Bob Dylan, Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers, and the Beastie Boys.
Recent acts include Passion Pit, Major Lazer, Rusko and more.
See our complete overview of 9:30 Club
A hot choice amongst the DC club crowd. Catering to the higher-end of the 21-30 crowd, Eden has a reputation for excellent table service and quality music.
The most popular spot in Eden is the rooftop. Featuring a massive LED-faced DJ booth at the head of the space, a long bar running the length of the room, heaters in the winter and high-demand VIP tables, Eden’s outdoor rooftop is one of the hottest spots in DC.
See our complete overview of Eden
The Park is a stylish, four-story restaurant and lounge where you can relish in the latest Americana fare prepared in view in the signature, open-concept kitchen on the first floor. Their happy hour starts early and the venue stays packed well into the evening.
Political movers and shakers, renowned celebrities and high-profile sports figures have all made appearances at Park.
See our complete overview of The Park
Ultrabar is one of DC’s most-frequented clubs week in and week out. With four floors, six bars, two mezzanines and 4 DJs; it’s no wonder the line is known to extend down the block and around the corner!
Free entry passes, a multitude of bottle service options, an intimate lower-level lounge and great drink specials make Ultrabar arguably DC’s #1 ‘party club.’
See our complete overview of Ultrabar Nightclub
Cities is a restaurant/lounge that turns into an upscale nightlife hangout during the evening. To some the crowd may seem pretentious, though others would argue they’re simply people who enjoy being seen enjoying the high life. Regardless, Cities is one of DC’s hot spots.
The food is good, the concept is admirable and the setting extremely comfortable.
See our complete overview of Cities
Do you agree the above mentioned venues are the best in DC nightlife? Let us know what your favorite DC nightlife destinations are! Please leave your comments below.
Announcing Your 2011 PoP! Nightlife Residents
PoP! Nightlife is back in 2011 with a star-studded entertainment calendar. Taking cues from hot spots in Vegas, NY, Miami, Atlantic City and LA; Panorama Productions is determined to put DC nightlife on the list of top US club scenes.
Through Ultrabar, Lima Restaurant & Lounge, Barcode and Glow; Panorama has fined tuned its ability to apply an authentic nightlife experience to diverse populations. From specialty cuisine to college nights, Latin parties to hip-hop stars and Glow, a global force in dance music whose event was voted Best of 2010 (worldwide) by David Guetta.
Taking the lead from ‘high-end’ club scenes and applying the ‘Glow’ formula; Panorama has harnessed the power of Moodswing360, Skam Artists and Deckstar’s rosters of celebrities, socialites and all-stars to further develop PoP! Nightlife. These ‘DJs to the stars’ spin the freshest house/top 40/hip-hop mash up at the sexiest clubs in the hottest cities in America.
DJ Chachi – NY – Residencies: Atlantic City, Miami
Chachi made waves with his 2010 hit ‘Love is Blind’ featuring Alicia Keys. He has spun for Jay-Z, Paris Hilton, Justin Timberlake, and Britney Spears.
Skeet Skeet – LA – Residencies: LA, SD, Miami, ATL
The first DJ to spin The Van’s Warped Tour, he has remixed Ke$ha, 3oh3, Shakira and works extensively with Katy Perry. In 2008 Skeet was selected as “People’s Choice: Best DJ” at Paper Magazine’s Nightlife Awards.
PS1 – NY – Residencies: Atlantic City, Shine at MGM Foxwoods
One of Diddy’s favorite DJs. Other supporters include Paris Hilton, Lindsay Lohan, Mary-Kate Olsen and Britney Spears.
DJ Scene – Vegas – Residencies: Vegas
Scene has the top rated radio show in San Francisco on WILD 94.9. He’s got a DMC title under his belt and the ‘best pool party in Vegas.’
Enferno – DC – Residencies: DC
Winner of the 2003 DMC contest, Enferno left his residency at Ultrabar in 2008 to tour with Madonna on her ‘Sticky and Sweet’ world tour. Welcome home!
Geometrix – DC – Residencies: DC weekly
Whether it’s Ultrabar on Friday or Glow on Saturday, Geo knows how to spark DC nightlife.
With Special Guests
DJ Vice – LA/Vegas – Residencies: Vegas, LA, NY, AC
He has performed with Mariah Carey, Wyclef and Usher and provided creative input to Pharrell, Timbaland and Kanye. All the big dogs know Vice.
DJ Spider – LA – Residencies: Vegas
Spider’s web reaches across the entire industry. Radio host, producer, after parties at the Oscars, Sundance and the Superbowl, touring with Mark Ronson.
Connect with Panorama on Facebook & Twitter
facebook.com/dcclubbing | facebook.com/clubglow
facebook.com/ultrabar | facebook.com/barcodedc
twitter.com/dcnightlife | twitter.com/clubglow
DJ Pauly D throwing down in Washington DC!
Pauly D tells us his wild stories as a DJ and guido while backstage with us in DC before ripping up the dancefloor at his sold-out show at Glow in October!
Pauly D is doing what few have done. He’s exposing a pop audience to good dance music. A DJ long before his rise to fame on Jersey Shore, Pauly D is now able to pull ’em in with PoP and put ’em on to guys like Avicii, Wolfgang Gartner, Dennis Ferrer and Afrojack. Big ups braaaahhh
Pauly D returns to DC 1/29/11 at Glow at Fur Nightclub! (Get tickets and info)
p.s. Check out the pictures from the last time we had Pauly D in Washington DC!
Avicii is back in Washington DC!
When Avicii first played for us in July 2010, he put on an a killer show that filled the house nicely. (See pics) But just three short months later, when Avicii returned to Washington DC, he absolutely ripped DC a new one! It was packed wall-to-wall with rabid screaming fans seeking more Bromance! (See pics)
With such a rapid ascent to fame in just a three-month period, can you imagine how nuts its going to be now that three more months have passed? We had to move it to a much larger venue to hold the massive crowd expected when Avicii returns to DC on Jan 15!
Exclusive Interview with Avicii in Washington DC–
October 21, 2010See what one of the most in-demand producers of 2010 has to say for himself as he rips up our dancefloor at Club Glow DC in an exclusive interview in the Nation’s Capital! Avicii returns to rock Washington DC on Saturday, January 15th 2011 at Glow at Fur!
If you are one of the few who still haven’t caught on that Avicii packs the house and puts on an incredible show, you should probably come by Glow at Fur Nightclub DC on Saturday, January 15th, 2011 to see what all the fuss is about!
Snow Party Tuesday 1/11/11 at Lima!
Any time the “S” word is uttered around Washington DC, people naturally start freaking out. No, I’m not talking about “shit”, I’m talking about “snow”.
Even though we’re only expecting a dusting of snow at best, people are canceling plans, raiding grocery stores, and stealing snowshovels from their neighbors all in fear of the impending barrage of white powder.
But because we’re a little more level-headed, we’re throwing a party! And I know what you’re thinking: Nobody comes out to clubs when it snows. Not true. Not when we’re the ones throwing the party.
Its Tuesday Night at Lima Lounge DC, and it runs and is packed every Tuesday, even when it snows. Get the details and the FREE ENTRY PASSES right here.
See the pictures from the last SNOW PARTY AT LIMA!
