Guidebook for Washington
Shopping
Salt & Sundry
1625 14th St NWArtistic home goods, many are locally-inspired
Little Leaf
1401 S St NWAnother local favorite with plants and other gifts
GoodWood
1428 U St NWBeautiful antique furniture and women's clothing
Essentials
Whole Foods Market
1440 P St NWTrader Joe's
1914 14th St NWParks & Nature
Meridian Hill Park
W Street NorthwestGreat place to hang out on a nice day
Rock Creek Park
3545 Williamsburg Ln NWGreat for hiking
Banneker Pool
2500 Georgia Ave NWPublic swimming pool open during summer
National Mall
It's iconic, surrounded by museums and monuments, and free!
Arts & Culture
Studio Theatre
1501 14th St NWFun shows in a beautiful, modern theatre
Source
1835 14th St NWHome to Washington Improv
National Portrait Gallery
Drinks & Nightlife
9:30
815 V St NWClassic live music venue in DC
Left Door
1345 S St NWSpeakeasy with great cocktails, call ahead in case there's a wait
Dacha Cafe
1600 7th St NWBeer garden with great patio, good beer, and delicious German food
Trade
1410 14th St NWOur favorite local gay bar
Fun place with good drinks and music (including some dancing on weekend nights)
21 locals recommend
Black Whiskey
1410 14th St NWFun place with good drinks and music (including some dancing on weekend nights)
El Rey
919 U St NWDelicious margaritas and tacos, and a lively scene
Getting Around
U St/African-American Civil War Memorial/Cardozo Station
1240 U St NWGreen and Yellow lines
Dupont Circle Station
1525 20th St NWRed line
Food Scene
Le Diplomate
1601 14th St NWRomantic French restaurant
Lupo Verde
1401 T St NWDelicious Italian food in a fun setting full of character
Pearl Dive Oyster Palace
1612 14th St NWGood for brunch, oysters, and cocktails
One of our favorite restaurants in DC - doesn't take reservations, so put your name in and grab a drink while you wait
89 locals recommend
Compass Rose
1346 T St NWOne of our favorite restaurants in DC - doesn't take reservations, so put your name in and grab a drink while you wait
Duke's Grocery
1513 17th St NWCasual place with delicious burgers and sandwiches
Our favorite restaurant in DC - incredible Middle Eastern food, awesome atmosphere, and neat location make it a must-try (but be sure to book in advance!)
65 locals recommend
Maydan
1346 Florida Ave NWOur favorite restaurant in DC - incredible Middle Eastern food, awesome atmosphere, and neat location make it a must-try (but be sure to book in advance!)