Round Table Sportsbar & Lounge

The Round Table is a neighborhood bar worth driving to, even if it's not in your neighborhood. The exterior is reminiscent of a castle, recalling the days of King Arthur and his knights. The interior is homey with a wooden bar anchored in the middle of the room. There are plenty of TVs on the walls for sports viewing. The main highlight is the tabletop shuffleboard where you can test your hand-eye coordination. The beer is incredibly inexpensive at $1.75 for a draft, a mixed drink costs only about $4, and shots of favorites such as Washington Apple are a mere $3.50. Standing next to a popcorn machine, a statue of a dancing man greets visitors. So does the crowd of regulars who will flash you a smile when you come in the door. You just need to buzz to get in, so don't think you're locked out. Happy hour is from 4 to 7 p.m.