Adams Morgan’s Muzette is known for its private room karaoke, but many amateur performers probably don't know that it's also a Korean restaurant with dishes like bulgogi and bibimbap. The place is closed on Mondays but opens at 5 p.m. on Tuesdays through Sundays.

In Shaw, stylish sushi spot Zeppelin’s dining room turns into a karaoke bar Thursday through Saturday starting at 10:30 p.m. Turn to servers to order plates of yakitori grilled with Japanese charcoal or to request a turn at the microphone. Table reservations are required for karaoke, and there’s a table minimum.

At Union District Oyster Bar near Union Market, karaoke with a live band kicks off from 7 p.m. to 11 p.m. every Wednesday.

Dupont dive bar Recessions hosts karaoke night from Tuesday through Saturday night. Weekday happy hours (5 p.m. to 8 p.m.) full of specials like discounted 28-ounce beers offer more reasons to visit.

The hip sushi stalwart on H Street hosts an open mic karaoke party every Thursday, complete with beer and drink specials all night to keep vocal chords well lubricated. Every Thursday night starting at 10:30 p.m. Its Sing Sing private room karaoke will reopen soon.

The line for smoked brisket and Czech sausage from Central Texas is upstairs, but downstairs is where the party's at. On select days (check the calendar), there’s karaoke with a live band and $6 tickets.

On the first Sunday of each month, people like to pretend they can sing at this go-to bar in Clarendon. With 28 beer taps and ever-changing alcohol selection, there's plenty of libations to give people the courage to belt it out in the mic. There’s also a lot of vegan options on a food menu full of hearty sandwiches. (For indie music fans who also love karaoke, also check out Karaoke.sexy’s other events at DC9 and Songbyrd.)

In addition to bowling and foosball, this three-story Ballston entertainment complex boasts private room karaoke. Order green chorizo fries at rooms for parties of either two to four or five to 10 people.

This retro gay bar in Crystal City brings glam and pizzazz to the local karaoke scene, with karaoke every night of the week (even after other special events). Whether it's Donna Summer or Cher (or even "Little Shop of Horrors"), the eclectic crowd isn't shy. And the burger is solid, too.

Fans of Honey Pig Korean BBQ in Annandale know that Da-in next-door is a great option for private room karaoke.

This old-school feeling bar in Old Town Alexandria is all about pool tables and karaoke. Singers hop on stage here every night of the week, with a live DJ to keep things moving.