Capitol Lounge, Washington

Capitol Lounge - If we were a little more starry-eyed, we’d suggest that the polarized leaders of today’s political parties spend some time in this loud, boozy, and congenial bar mere steps from the House of Representatives. Maybe we’d get more cooperation from the parties if they were as cheerfully zooted as so many of the Capital’s patrons seem to be. Puff away at a cigar downstairs or mix your own bloody over brunch. Surely we can all agree these are great ways to pass a Sunday? For you Anglophiles and ex-pats, the Capitol has become a bit of a must – since they show live Euro soccer from their many, many TV’s. No one will ask you what a red card means.