Washington, D.C.: Bar Hopping and Chowing Down

Adams Morgan is a melting pot of ethnicities from around the world. Just on the popular five block stretch of 18th street, you can find cuisine from Spain, Ethiopia, Guatemala, Mexico, Italy, The Netherlands, Vietnam, Ghana, Brazil, Palestine, Peru, India, Nepal, Thailand, Lebanon, and China. Oh, and Eritrea. 

It's like a real life Epcot with endless international amusements and yet it still remains relatively unvisited by tourists. There's no metro stop nearby so the only way to get there is to cab or walk a good twenty minutes up hills through residential areas. 

A favorite local spot on this strip is Madam's Organ. It has three floors all with completely differently ambiences which perfectly embodies the appeal of the surrounding neighborhood. 

The first floor is always a rowdy crowd. Bourbon and craft beer types spend their nights here stomping their feet and swinging to live blues. 

The second floor's more like a small club. During the week, they hold open mic and karaoke nights that are hilarious or pathetic depending on how many drinks you've had. On weekends, it's usually bumping with hip hop. 

The top floor is on the roof. It's a cozy spot that's been made to feel like a shipwreck. If you're looking to step away from the downstairs debauchery, it's the perfect place to grab a seat, mingle under the stars, have a smoke, and take a deep breath.

People love Madam's Organ for the same reason families eat at restaurants with big menus; there's something for everyone. No matter what your scene is, you're bound to find something that suits you. 

We couldn't resist. 

When the bar closes at 3 a.m., make sure to head over to one of the competing pizza parlors for a "jumbo slice." The absurdly huge pieces of pizza seem insurmountable, but trust me, with a few cocktails in your system you'll inhale every last bite. Then, you'll really be able to say you went out in D.C. like a local.