Guidebook for Washington
Food Scene
Upscale but not pretentious diner serving an array of classic diner dishes (Reubens all day!) and all-day breakfast, plus home-made pop tarts (yes you read that right) and slices of cake the size of your face.
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Ted's Bulletin
505 8th St SEUpscale but not pretentious diner serving an array of classic diner dishes (Reubens all day!) and all-day breakfast, plus home-made pop tarts (yes you read that right) and slices of cake the size of your face.
Located just a few blocks from the house, this place contrasts with Washington's usual steel and minimalist aesthetic and is more warm and rustic. They also are serving some of the best Italian food in the city, and reserve seats for walk ins every night.
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The Red Hen
1822 1st St NWLocated just a few blocks from the house, this place contrasts with Washington's usual steel and minimalist aesthetic and is more warm and rustic. They also are serving some of the best Italian food in the city, and reserve seats for walk ins every night.
Who needs Georgetown Cupcake when you have Grassroots Gourmet? I love their iced coffee, and cupcakes, but really it's the pastries that kill me. They also have sweets and coffee from around Washington, highlighting how truly locally minded they are. But most importantly, the treats are delish. Also dangerously close to the house.
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Grassroots Gourmet
104 Rhode Island Avenue NorthwestWho needs Georgetown Cupcake when you have Grassroots Gourmet? I love their iced coffee, and cupcakes, but really it's the pastries that kill me. They also have sweets and coffee from around Washington, highlighting how truly locally minded they are. But most importantly, the treats are delish. Also dangerously close to the house.
Good drinks. Delicious pizzas and other foods. Great location across from the independent movie theater and cool shops.
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DECLARATION RESTAURANT
804 V St NWGood drinks. Delicious pizzas and other foods. Great location across from the independent movie theater and cool shops.
Just because you're at the Mall, doesn't mean you should forgo good foods. Even if you're not into fusion foods, this mix of Peruvian meets Asian is really special. Also great drinks.
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China Chilcano
418 7th St NWJust because you're at the Mall, doesn't mean you should forgo good foods. Even if you're not into fusion foods, this mix of Peruvian meets Asian is really special. Also great drinks.
Two marines started this coffee shop, and they bring military precision to each cup.
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Compass Coffee
1535 7th St NWTwo marines started this coffee shop, and they bring military precision to each cup.
Another super closeby place. Delicious upscale Mexican with great chips, drinks, and filling portions. Also amazing brunch foods.
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El Camino
108 Rhode Island Avenue NorthwestAnother super closeby place. Delicious upscale Mexican with great chips, drinks, and filling portions. Also amazing brunch foods.
YUMMY COFFEE. Also great foods. Also on the way to the metro. Try the vegetarian arepa and that dish that has the rice and sausage. YUM.
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The Royal
501 Florida Ave NWYUMMY COFFEE. Also great foods. Also on the way to the metro. Try the vegetarian arepa and that dish that has the rice and sausage. YUM.
Drinks & Nightlife
This place -- named after Hemingway's boat -- serves some of the best food in the city (if you don't trust me, the Washingtonian agrees (https://www.washingtonian.com/food/restaurantreviews/100-very-best-restaurants-2015-no-77-bar-pilar/)
Also great cocktails. And a hip scene, without being too much or intimidating at all. Highly recommend reservations for weekend nights.
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Bar Pilar
1833 14th St NWThis place -- named after Hemingway's boat -- serves some of the best food in the city (if you don't trust me, the Washingtonian agrees (https://www.washingtonian.com/food/restaurantreviews/100-very-best-restaurants-2015-no-77-bar-pilar/)
Also great cocktails. And a hip scene, without being too much or intimidating at all. Highly recommend reservations for weekend nights.
The best music venue in the country, imho. Check out the Satellite Room or American Ice Company for some drinks before the show.
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9:30
815 V St NWThe best music venue in the country, imho. Check out the Satellite Room or American Ice Company for some drinks before the show.
If you like cocktails, book a seat at this place ASAP. You'll pay $15, but talk to the bartender, get some input, and I bet you'll have the best drink you've ever had. Great for a special occasion, and worth it for even one drink. Because it'll be near perfect.
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the Gibson
2009 14th St NWIf you like cocktails, book a seat at this place ASAP. You'll pay $15, but talk to the bartender, get some input, and I bet you'll have the best drink you've ever had. Great for a special occasion, and worth it for even one drink. Because it'll be near perfect.
Up and coming acts, but most importantly: dance parties. Check out what's going on before you go, because usually it's tailored to indie kids, older crowds, or gay crowds.
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Black Cat
1811 14th St NWUp and coming acts, but most importantly: dance parties. Check out what's going on before you go, because usually it's tailored to indie kids, older crowds, or gay crowds.
Sightseeing
The flag that inspired the National Anthem is here! And it is stunning. Also years of American History told via the artifacts from various eras. Busy all summer, but not as bad early in the morning on weekdays.
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Pambansang Museo ng Kasaysayan ng Amerika
1300 Constitution Ave. NWThe flag that inspired the National Anthem is here! And it is stunning. Also years of American History told via the artifacts from various eras. Busy all summer, but not as bad early in the morning on weekdays.
Save up at least 2 days to wander, see monuments, and check out museums. Of which almost all, by the way, are free.
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Pambansang Mall
Save up at least 2 days to wander, see monuments, and check out museums. Of which almost all, by the way, are free.
This is my fave and most recommended museum. It's open late (730, unlike most places' that close at 5), there are good eats all around it (Graffiato for Italian, Zatinya for Mediterranean, Daikaya for Ramen, Shake Shack for burgers) and
1. Presidential Portrait Gallery. Seriously it's DC. Get your president on.
2. Portrait competition. See what the brightest artists in the US are interpreting portraiture. Hint: it's not like the olden day stills.
3. Expositions. Always something cool here.
4. Arboretum. Terrible cafe, but amazing place to relax.
5. Top floor modern art installations. So cool. I especially love the 30 years of the same sisters. And the US in neon.
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National Portrait Gallery
This is my fave and most recommended museum. It's open late (730, unlike most places' that close at 5), there are good eats all around it (Graffiato for Italian, Zatinya for Mediterranean, Daikaya for Ramen, Shake Shack for burgers) and
1. Presidential Portrait Gallery. Seriously it's DC. Get your president on.
2. Portrait competition. See what the brightest artists in the US are interpreting portraiture. Hint: it's not like the olden day stills.
3. Expositions. Always something cool here.
4. Arboretum. Terrible cafe, but amazing place to relax.
5. Top floor modern art installations. So cool. I especially love the 30 years of the same sisters. And the US in neon.
Parks & Nature
Great place to be in nature not too far outside the city. Tons of trees, some hiking, and impressively organized displays.
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United States National Arboretum
3501 New York Ave NEGreat place to be in nature not too far outside the city. Tons of trees, some hiking, and impressively organized displays.
All the climates! Tons of water features! I seriously fell in love with this place. 5 years in DC and I hadn't been until recently, and it's definitely worth a wander. No cafe, but an easy stop on your way back from the Capitol building.
If you like plants, this is a must.
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United States Botanic Garden
100 Maryland Ave SWAll the climates! Tons of water features! I seriously fell in love with this place. 5 years in DC and I hadn't been until recently, and it's definitely worth a wander. No cafe, but an easy stop on your way back from the Capitol building.
If you like plants, this is a must.
Essentials
Small but well curated selection of wines. Also has a cafe with sandwiches and coffees. This is not "Fit for Foodies" but is good for basics, desserts, or a quick cheap sandwich.
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Windows Cafe & Market
101 Rhode Island Ave NWSmall but well curated selection of wines. Also has a cafe with sandwiches and coffees. This is not "Fit for Foodies" but is good for basics, desserts, or a quick cheap sandwich.
All your basic foodstuffs, plus a good selection of wine and beers.
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LeDroit Park Market
1901 4th St NWAll your basic foodstuffs, plus a good selection of wine and beers.
Getting Around
The closest stop to the house, about an 8 minute walk. U St is also close (10-12 minutes) so a better option if you want to cruise U st first.
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Shaw-Howard Univ Station
1701 8th St NWThe closest stop to the house, about an 8 minute walk. U St is also close (10-12 minutes) so a better option if you want to cruise U st first.
The best way to cruise the Mall, which is actually quite massive.
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Capital Bikeshare
The best way to cruise the Mall, which is actually quite massive.
Entertainment & Activities
Sure you can see a movie anywhere, but can you see an independent film and bring the drink into the theater? And reserve your favorite spot in advance? You can here.
https://www.thrillist.com/venues/landmark-atlantic-plumbing-cinema-20001
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Landmark's Atlantic Plumbing Cinema
807 V Street NorthwestSure you can see a movie anywhere, but can you see an independent film and bring the drink into the theater? And reserve your favorite spot in advance? You can here.
https://www.thrillist.com/venues/landmark-atlantic-plumbing-cinema-20001