Play Lounge   

Among a stretch of hot nightspots along Connecticut Avenue, this one-room lounge sizzles with energy from the boisterous crowds packed inside. Play is the place, the mood, and the mandate -- a club where friends hoist drinks, flirting is encouraged and loners might feel out of place. The modern minimalist backdrop includes cube-style ottomans and low banquettes. Everything is eye level and saturated with color from cool mint greens to in-your-face oranges and reds. While DJs spin Hip Hop, Retro, 80s and Funk, customers dance on tables tops or carve out space between bodies. Bachelorettes and birthday gals take turns at the stripper pole where the play is more fun than risqu. Squeeze in where you can or fork over $500 to reserve couches and ottomans that offer bottle service only. Mix your own drinks made with Tequila, vodka and gin or try one of 10 specialty drinks made with your favorite brands. Trendy attire is requested.