Guidebook for Washington
Food Scene
Moderately-priced and accessible French fare, outdoor seating, La Colombe coffee, and on weekends, a nightclub downstairs (arrive after 11pm, there is never a cover charge).
17 locals recommend
Napoleon Bistro
1847 Columbia Rd NWModerately-priced and accessible French fare, outdoor seating, La Colombe coffee, and on weekends, a nightclub downstairs (arrive after 11pm, there is never a cover charge).
This American-French fusion bistro has a great wine selection and is a "foodie" stop on any DC restaurant tour. President Obama and Michelle recently went to Mintwood Place for "date night".
71 locals recommend
Mintwood Place
1813 Columbia Rd NWThis American-French fusion bistro has a great wine selection and is a "foodie" stop on any DC restaurant tour. President Obama and Michelle recently went to Mintwood Place for "date night".
Delicious sushi, and at an affordable price! Try the Dragon Roll.
6 locals recommend
Banana Leaves Asian Restaurant
2020 Florida Ave NWDelicious sushi, and at an affordable price! Try the Dragon Roll.
A local landmark, this coffee house offers free wifi during the week. Great coffee, a variety of food, and fantastic people watching.
252 locals recommend
Tryst
2459 18th St NWA local landmark, this coffee house offers free wifi during the week. Great coffee, a variety of food, and fantastic people watching.
Starbucks
3100 14th St NWSometimes, you just need something familiar.
A good wind selection, and tasty American-style fare for a refined palate.
20 locals recommend
CIRCA at Dupont
1601 Connecticut Avenue NorthwestA good wind selection, and tasty American-style fare for a refined palate.
Very affordable, fresh, Italian food. Great for families, always bustling, a neighborhood favorite.
22 locals recommend
Sette Osteria
1666 Connecticut Ave NWVery affordable, fresh, Italian food. Great for families, always bustling, a neighborhood favorite.
Bistro Bistro
1727 Connecticut Ave NWAuthentic, traditional French fare in a classic bistro. Moderate price point.
Shake Shack
1216 18th St NWFor the burger lover.
Essentials
A local, organic grocery store stocked with gluten free, vegan, and whole food options. Good quality fruits and vegetables.
Store Hours
Monday to Saturday 8am - 9pm
Sunday 9am - 8pm
48 locals recommend
Yes! Organic Market Adams Morgan
1825 Columbia Rd NWA local, organic grocery store stocked with gluten free, vegan, and whole food options. Good quality fruits and vegetables.
Store Hours
Monday to Saturday 8am - 9pm
Sunday 9am - 8pm
Open until midnight, this full service grocery store also sells beer and wine.
855 locals recommend
Safeway
3830 Georgia Ave NWOpen until midnight, this full service grocery store also sells beer and wine.
This local liquor store has a great wine selection. Liquor stores in DC are closed on Sunday, and Monday to Saturday close at 10pm.
7 locals recommend
AB Liquors
1803 Columbia Rd NWThis local liquor store has a great wine selection. Liquor stores in DC are closed on Sunday, and Monday to Saturday close at 10pm.
Everything Else
CVS
1418 P St NWPharmacy
Rite Aid
1815 Connecticut Ave NWPharmacy.
This local chain has a great craft beer and wine selection, and is one of the few places to purchase alcohol that is open on Sundays.
7 locals recommend
De Vinos
2001 18th St NWThis local chain has a great craft beer and wine selection, and is one of the few places to purchase alcohol that is open on Sundays.
Stroga
1808 Adams Mill Rd NWA yoga and fitness studio known for its beautiful spaces.
Looking for a Bikram studio in DC? This is one of several studios. As many as 5 classes per day (4 on the weekend). Changing rooms come equipped with showers, no lock required for your belongings.
Hot Spot Dupont
1635 Connecticut Ave NWLooking for a Bikram studio in DC? This is one of several studios. As many as 5 classes per day (4 on the weekend). Changing rooms come equipped with showers, no lock required for your belongings.
Bank of America Financial Center
ATM and full service bank.
Adams Morgan
ATM and full service bank.
Kalorama Park
1865 Kalorama Rd NWBasketball courts, two playgrounds, and picnic tables.
Looking for a manicure? Threading? Waxing? This place is clean, affordable, and nearby.
8 locals recommend
Enchanted Nails & Spa
2324 18th St NWLooking for a manicure? Threading? Waxing? This place is clean, affordable, and nearby.
Shopping
Current, unique and flattering women's fashion at a modest price point. Styles change weekly & Julie, the owner, keeps it fresh. A great place to go if you're looking for something to wear to dinner.
10 locals recommend
Violet Boutique
1924 8th St NWCurrent, unique and flattering women's fashion at a modest price point. Styles change weekly & Julie, the owner, keeps it fresh. A great place to go if you're looking for something to wear to dinner.
Lou Lou Boutiques
1601 Connecticut Avenue NorthwestA local chain known for fun, fashionable, and affordable accessories.
Drinks & Nightlife
Pool, shuffle board, Wii, and inexpensive beer. What's not to love? Tuesday night is league night.
18 locals recommend
Bedrock Billiards
1841 Columbia Rd NWPool, shuffle board, Wii, and inexpensive beer. What's not to love? Tuesday night is league night.
The Reef is a local landmark known for its rooftop bar (fantastic views of the city) and rotating taps.
The Reef
2446 18th St NWThe Reef is a local landmark known for its rooftop bar (fantastic views of the city) and rotating taps.
Veritas Wine Bar
2031 Florida Avenue NorthwestGrab a flight of red or white wines. Great wine selection, and knowledgeable staff.
Russia House
1800 Connecticut Ave NWA unique bar experience. Lots of local color.
Sightseeing
A 20-minute walk from Kalorama, or a 7-minute bus ride.
1097 locals recommend
The White House South Lawn
1600 Pennsylvania Avenue NWA 20-minute walk from Kalorama, or a 7-minute bus ride.
There is a second entrance on Adams Mill Road. Entry is free. Check out the big cats, the primates, and the elephants.
771 locals recommend
Smithsonian National Zoological Park
3001 Connecticut Ave NWThere is a second entrance on Adams Mill Road. Entry is free. Check out the big cats, the primates, and the elephants.
Free performances as a part of the Millienium Stage program. A beautiful landmark.
498 locals recommend
John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts
2700 F St NWFree performances as a part of the Millienium Stage program. A beautiful landmark.
Start at this end of the National Mall and make your way past the Smithsonian museums and other landmarks. There are more metro stations at the far end of the Mall, near the Capitol.
697 locals recommend
Lincoln Memorial
2 Lincoln Memorial Cir NWStart at this end of the National Mall and make your way past the Smithsonian museums and other landmarks. There are more metro stations at the far end of the Mall, near the Capitol.
A great place to fly a kite, the open spaces, proximity to the river, and slight elevation make this spot ideal.
790 locals recommend
Washington Monument
2 15th St NWA great place to fly a kite, the open spaces, proximity to the river, and slight elevation make this spot ideal.
All Smithsonian museums offer free admission.
28 locals recommend
National Portrait Gallery & Smithsonian American Art Museum Shop
8th Street NorthwestAll Smithsonian museums offer free admission.
Not just for art lovers, the Phillips Collection also hosts concerts.
224 locals recommend
The Phillips Collection
1600 21st St NWNot just for art lovers, the Phillips Collection also hosts concerts.
A lively park! I have seen art, protests, music, and even a Lindy Hop here.
301 locals recommend
Dupont Circle
A lively park! I have seen art, protests, music, and even a Lindy Hop here.