Summer in the City

I love humidity. Maybe it's from growing up in the Midwest, maybe it's from being inherently cold, I love hot-n-sticky summer. I won't have it any other way. I especially love the warm nights  where you can be outside without sweat dripping down your back and without needing extra layers (I believe you shouldn't have to wear a pair of pants between June and September). Naturally then, I love being out on a patio or roof deck enjoying a warm summer night. 

There is no shortage of places to pick from in DC for hanging out and sipping a cold beverage. If you're looking for a new place to hang out, try one of my faves:

DC9: Cool roof deck overlooking Shaw and the U Street Corridor. Lots of drink specials, and often bands playing downstairs. 

American Ice Co: Hang out with friends at wooden picnic tables and drink beer out of a mason jar. Near the 9:30 Club, and kind of hidden. Look for all the bikes out front. 

Marvin: for dancing! Great roof deck out back. A must in the U Street Corridor. 

Red Derby: Divey and a bit off the beaten path in Columbia Heights. Fairly new roof deck. 

Wonderland: Obviously.

And the list goes on--everybody has their favorite patio/roof deck to hang out! My list is really just comprised of bars in Shaw and Columbia Heights, because that's where I live and hang out. 

It's great to see the neighborhoods come alive in the summer, with people all enjoying the outdoor seating and the hot summer weather. DC is a great place to find these rooftop bars, as a roof top is a great place to put seating when you have limited space. 

Enjoy the heat! 

--Megan