Laotian restaurant · Columbia Heights
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"This knockout restaurant for spicy, intricate Lao dishes operates on Mondays, as do its sister Paedek restaurants in Arlington and Falls Church." - Missy Frederick, Tim Ebner
Restaurant · Woodley Park
Open City serves up hearty all-day breakfast, pizza, and classic diner eats in a bright, airy spot with indoor and outdoor seating near the zoo.
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Italian restaurant · Bloomingdale
Cozy Bloomingdale spot with rustic-industrial vibes, serving crave-worthy wood-fired Italian dishes like perfectly sauced rigatoni and dreamy whipped ricotta.
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American restaurant · Capitol Hill
Rose’s Luxury serves inventive New American small plates in a cozy townhouse vibe, with standout dishes like the iconic pork and lychee salad.
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American restaurant · Logan Circle
With barn wood vibes and a menu celebrating all things pork, this cozy Logan Circle spot serves up mouthwatering BBQ fit for carnivores and casual diners alike.
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Lounge · Downtown
Figleaf blends Mediterranean and Latin flavors in a vibrant lounge adorned with art, serving delightful small plates and imaginative cocktails in a warm atmosphere.
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Bar · Foggy Bottom
Nestled in the iconic Watergate Hotel, this glamorous lobby bar dazzles with a sculptural wall of whiskey bottles and plush red armchairs, making it the perfect spot for high-class sipping and intimate gatherings, especially in its cozy winter igloos.
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Seafood restaurant · Logan Circle
Pearl Dive Oyster Palace serves fresh Southern-style seafood, standout oysters, and creative cocktails in a lively, casual spot with a buzzing patio vibe.
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Southern restaurant (US) · Petworth
Since 1967, Hitching Post in Petworth serves up crispy, juicy Southern soul food classics with a laid-back vibe and standout cocktails.
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Restaurant · Mount Vernon Triangle
Cucina Morini brings a chic vibe to Mt. Vernon Triangle, serving Southern Italian delights like handmade pasta and $7 martinis in a stylish setting.
Restaurant · Downtown
Casta's Rum Bar invites you to a lively underground Cuban haven, where delicious small plates, vibrant cocktails, and an impressive rum selection transport you straight to the heart of Havana.
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