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 every night 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.

Tucked into an alley near Thomas Circle, gay bar the Green Lantern hosts multiple karaoke nights. There’s Karaoke with Kevin every Sunday at 9:30 p.m., and karaoke on Mondays and Wednesdays at the same time. Don't be surprised to see some shirtless performers step up to the mic.

Make it a night out on H Street by starting out with sushi at Sticky Rice then going next door to the restaurant’s sister karaoke spot. SingSing Karaoke Palace is equipped with two private rooms for groups, and it’s also possible to make orders off the full food and beverage menu from Sticky Rice.

The line for smoked brisket and Czech sausage from Central Texas is upstairs, but downstairs is where the party's at. On Wednesdays at 8:30 p.m., there’s karaoke with a live band and no cover.

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.

In addition to bowling and foosball, this new 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. 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.

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.