The Commodore DC

A charming wine bar featuring New American small plates upstairs and a buzzing market bistro below, perfect for intimate sips and bites.

Lively neighborhood haunt serving as a bookstore, coffee shop & restaurant focused on global fare.

Relaxed dorms & private rooms in a hip hostel featuring an airy cafe, an outdoor pool & parking. Off a tree-lined street, this trendy hostel is a 7-minute walk from Dupont Circle metro station. It’s 2 miles from both the Washington Monument and the Smithsonian National Zoological Park. Relaxed mixed-gender or female-only dorms offer bunk beds with reading lights, charging stations and privacy screens. Private rooms can sleep up to 4 people. All feature lockers or safes. Some add bunk beds or flat-screen TVs. Linens are provided. Amenities include an airy, hip cafe and an outdoor pool. Bike rentals, parking and Wi-Fi are available.

Step into L’Ardente, where an elegant Italian vibe meets delightful dishes like their famed 40-layer lasagna, all served with warmth in a chic setting.

This cozy sushi gem offers an impressive range of familiar and specialty dishes that promise high-quality fish and a welcoming vibe, perfect for a fun night out.

This polished spot serves up familiar favorites like veal chops and steak in an upscale yet inviting ambiance, perfect for cozy gatherings and delicious bites.

The Hay-Adams blends timeless elegance with exceptional service, offering sweeping White House views, luxe accommodations, and a vibrant rooftop bar scene.

Late-night eatery offering Salvadoran & Mexican fare in a lively, basic space with rotating art.

Step into the posh Round Robin Lounge at the Willard Hotel, where deft mixologists whip up timeless cocktails amid a rich tapestry of history.