Guidebook for Washington
Food Scene
Big Bear Cafe
1700 R St NWExcellent coffee, hipster vibe
The Red Hen
1822 1st St NWSome of the best food in DC, reservations recommended.
Bacio Pizzeria
81 Seaton Pl NWDelightful decor and delicious pizza. Perfect for a date.
Uncle Chip's Cookies
1514 North Capitol St NWSandwich and cookie pairings can't be beat.
Aroi
1832 1st St NWReasonable sushi and thai, take-out and delivery available.
Union Market
1309 5th St NEDelicious gourmet food in a renovated city market space.
DCity Smokehouse
203 Florida Ave NWA tiny new takeout joint with the best BBQ in DC, hands down.
Beau Thai
1550 7th St NWDrinks & Nightlife
Boundary Stone
116 Rhode Island Ave NWUnpretentious yet classy bar, serving good American food.
This one's for the locals, small and divey with just a hint of twee.
145 locals recommend
Showtime Lounge
113 Rhode Island Ave NWThis one's for the locals, small and divey with just a hint of twee.
Everything Else
This is one of two nearby metro stations, 0.8 mile walk to the red line.
182 locals recommend
NoMa-Gallaudet U New York Ave Station
200 Florida Ave NEThis is one of two nearby metro stations, 0.8 mile walk to the red line.
Shaw-Howard U Metro Station 7th St NW Entrance
1832 7th St NW0.5 mile walk to the green/yellow lines at Shaw Metro
Essentials
Trader Joe's
We love TJs for basic and quirky groceries.
Entertainment & Activities
Seasonal neighborhood pool, minimal entry fees - online reservations required.
15 locals recommend
Harry Thomas Recreation Center
1743 Lincoln Rd NESeasonal neighborhood pool, minimal entry fees - online reservations required.
Great kiddo park with a bigger kid and a little tot playground, swings, dog park, and room to walk. Best enjoyed during daylight hours.
7 locals recommend
The Park at LeDroit
286 V St NWGreat kiddo park with a bigger kid and a little tot playground, swings, dog park, and room to walk. Best enjoyed during daylight hours.