"Eye Scream"

Psst…Halloween is this weekend. Did it sneak up on you? If so, no worries. Its not too late to make plans.  We’ve got a list of treats to get you howling a great time around the town. Here’s the rundown on Halloween restaurant and bar specials in the area.

Thursday, Oct. 28

• Oyamel
What: Celebrate the Dia de los Muertos at Oyamel. It’s a Mexican tradition of celebrating the dead and enticing souls to linger with food, drink, and festivities.
When: Oct. 25 to Nov. 2
The deal: Chef Joe Raffa will offer creative takes on traditional dishes. There will be new featured cocktails and a menu showcasing the Siete Moles de Oaxaca.

• Urbana
What: Veuve Clicquot’s 26th Annual ‘Yelloween’ Party.
When: Thursday, Oct. 28; 4 p.m. to midnight
The deal:  Celebrate with champagne specials, all-night food and drink happy hour, tarot-card readers, and a costume competition featuring champagne and dinner prizes.
Other: Happy hour prices on drinks, and small plates will be available to all guests from 4 p.m. to close.

Friday, Oct. 29

• Evening Star Cafe
What: Halloween Costume Party at No. 9 Lounge
When: Friday, Oct. 29; 8 p.m. to 12 a.m.
The deal: Celebrate Halloween with costumes, festivities, and prizes.
Other: The evening will feature at a D.J. spinning tunes in the upstairs lounge.

Saturday, Oct. 30

• American Tap Room
What: Halloween Party at American Tap Room
When: Saturday, Oct. 30, 10 p.m. to close
The deal: Celebrate Halloween at American Tap Room (Bethesda or Reston locations)
Other: The event will feature a D.J., food and drink specials, and giveaways

• Buddha Bar
What: DC’s Villains & Vixens Halloween Extravaganza
When: Saturday, Oct. 30; 10 p.m. to 3 a.m.
The deal: Guests are encouraged to dress as their favorite “bad guy” to participate in a high-stakes costume contest. The winner will receive a $500  gift certificate to the restaurant; the runner up will receive a bottle of Dom Perignon Champagne; and the third place finalist will receive a bottle of Ketel One Vodka.
Other: This celebration is strictly guest list only. Please send guest list requests to Kevin at kevin@jamestownentertainment.com or call 202-904-0034

• Masa 14
What: Halloween Party at Masa 14
When: Saturday, Oct. 30; 5 p.m. to 2 a.m.
The deal: Masa 14 is hosting a costume party. Regular dinner service will be available along with a variety of specials in their Tequila Lounge.
Other: The evening will feature tequila specials ranging from $5-7 dollars and scary-themed empanadas for $6 dollars. Patrons are encouraged to attend in costumes for a chance to win a $100 dollar gift certificate.

• Columbia Firehouse
What: Haunted Dance Party
When: Saturday, Oct. 30; 9 p.m. to 1:30 a.m.
The deal: Celebrate Halloween with a costume and haunted dance party in the atrium at Columbia Firehouse.
Other: The evening will include specialty drinks and prizes for the best costumes.

• Vermilion
What: “Where’s Waldo” Theme Party
When: Saturday, Oct. 30; 9 p.m. to 12 a.m.
The deal: Celebrate Halloween in disguise at Vermilion. Guests are encourage to participate in the restaurant's costume contest for prizes.
Other: The evening will feature live music and Halloween-themed food and drink specials.

• Napolean
What: Halloween in Paris
When: Saturday, Oct. 30, 10 p.m.
The deal: Celebrate Halloween like a true Parisian. Alliance Française presents circus acts including juggler Michael Rossman, circus films, dancing, and a costume competition.
Other: $10 by phone and on website before Friday at noon $15 at the door

• Mie N Yu
What: Nightmare on “M”aliboo Street
When: Saturday, Oct. 30 - Sunday, Oct. 31, 8 p.m. to last call
The deal: D.J. playing '80s music Saturday and Sunday night until last call, costume contest for $100 bar tab both nights at midnight, last call happy hour - $5 on all Malibu drinks and beers
Other: $10 cover at door after 8 p.m., Drink specials: $5 beers, $5 Malibu cocktails, $5 Malibu Mojitos.

• ChurchKey
What: ChurchKey Halloween Costume Contest
When: Saturday, Oct. 30 - Sunday, Oct. 31, 8 p.m. to 12 a.m.
The deal: Celebrate Halloween with a costume contest at ChurchKey. The winner will be announced at midnight and will win a special large format beer.
Other: Food and drink specials will be included, and horror movies will be screened throughout the evening.

• Clarendon Grill
What: Halloween Party at the Clarendon Grill
When: Saturday, Oct. 30
The deal: Clarendon Grill is hosting a Halloween costume contest. Gonzo’s Nose will be performing at 10 p.m.
Other: Prizes for costume contest: 1st place wins $150, 2nd place wins $100, and 3rd place wins $50.

• H Street Country Club
What: Halloween at the Country Club
When: Saturday, Oct. 30, 5 p.m. to close
The deal: Celebrate Halloween with a costume contest at the Country Club. The evening will feature an extended happy hour, drink and food specials, and prizes.
Other: No cover, and music will be provided by DJ Capital K

• Whitlow’s on Wilson
What: Halloween Party at Whitlow’s on Wilson
When: Saturday, Oct. 30
The deal: Whitlow’s is hosting a Halloween costume contest. The evening will feature live music by The Cheaters.
Other: Prizes will be awarded to best costume and sexiest costume.

• Liberty Tavern
What: Halloween Costume Party at Liberty Tavern
When: Saturday, Oct. 30, 10 p.m. to close
The deal: Liberty Tavern is hosting a costume contest.
Other: $5 cover begins at 10 p.m., and the evening will feature a pop-up beer bar to keep the drinks flowing.

• Co Co. Sala
What: Halloween at Co Co. Sala
When: Saturday, Oct. 30 - Sunday, Oct. 31
The deal: Chocolate Spooky Sculpture Class, Trick or Treat Tini’s & Spooky Sips Cocktails
Other: Sunday brunch will also be available from 11 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.

• Meridian Pint
What: Celebrate Halloween at Meridian Pint
When: Saturday, Oct. 30 - Sunday, Oct. 31
The deal: Meridian Pint will be offering six different pumpkin beers for $2 off each including Schlafly, Dogfish Head, Evolution, Jolly Pumpkin, Oliver's & Southern Tier.

Sunday, Oct. 31

• Cafe Dupont and Bar Dupont
What: Halloween Festivities at Cafe Dupont and Bar Dupont
When: Oct. 31, All day
The deal: Adult guests who come in costumes will get a complimentary drink, while kids will receive a sweet treat. After brunch, served from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., there will be a pumpkin-carving contest, with all materials supplied.
Other: A patio grill will extend the party outdoors, and there will be free hot cider offered to trick-or-treaters at sundown. Call to reserve space for the carving contest: 202-483-6000.

• Co Co. Sala
What: ‘No Tricks... Only Treats’ Brunch  
When: Sunday, Oct. 31, 11 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.
The deal: Celebrate Halloween with brunch at Co Co. Sala
Other: Reservations recommended

• Asia Nine
What: Halloween Costume Contest
When: Oct. 31, 2010, 5 p.m. to 9 p.m.
The deal: Celebrate Halloween with a costume contest at Asia Nine. Dress in your spookiest or creative costumes to win a prize. Judging will take place from 5-9 p.m.
Other: Themed specials will be offered from Oct. 29 to Nov. 4.

• Red Derby
What: Pumpkin Carving Contest
When: Sunday, Oct. 31, 7 p.m. to 9 p.m.
The deal: Red Derby is hosting their annual pumpkin carving contest. Participants can carve from 7-9 p.m. The judging will take place from 9-9:30 p.m. Winners will be announced at 9:30 p.m.
Other: $1 Pabst Blue Ribbon from 7-9 p.m.

• Topaz Bar
What: Heaven and Hell Halloween Party at Topaz Bar
When: Sunday, Oct. 31, 8 p.m. to 12 a.m.
The deal: Topaz Bar is hosting a Halloween Party with an all-night happy hour and complimentary treats.
Other: A free drink will be offered to those dressed in an angel or devil costume.

• 2941 Restaurant
What: Celebrate Halloween with “Eye Scream” at 2941 Restaurant
When: Throughout the month of October
The deal: 2941 Pastry chef Anthony Chavez designed a special “Eye Scream” dessert in honor of Halloween. Valrhona white chocolate, pistachio mousse and raspberry-lychee coulis create the frighteningly delicious dish.
Other: “Eye Scream” is priced at $15 and presented on a bed of dry ice to resemble a pair of smoking eyeballs.