Bar · Mount Vernon Square
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"This glamorous cocktail bar’s August lineup includes one with gin, lemon, orange, maraschino, cream, egg white, and soda ($12). FYI: Weekday happy hour launched for the first time this month, from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m." - Tierney Plumb
Belgian restaurant · Capitol Hill
Authentic fare like mussels with fries & a long list of Belgian ales plus a popular Sunday brunch
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French restaurant · Downtown
Bright, contemporary French restaurant offering duck, steak frites, and other bistro fare, plus cocktails.
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Coffee shop · Capitol Hill
Casual, church-owned coffeehouse featuring fair-trade coffee & tea plus live music on some evenings.
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Vegetarian restaurant · Foggy Bottom
Fast-casual chain from José Andrés' restaurant group specializing in flavorful veggie & grain bowls.
Caribbean restaurant · Near Southeast
Caribbean-inspired cuisine and cocktails offered in a laid-back space with water views.
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Italian restaurant · Logan Circle
Step into this rustic-chic Italian hideaway for stellar wood-fired pizzas, delightful wines, and an inviting, relaxed vibe that’s perfect for any occasion.
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Comedy club · Downtown
Decades-old subterranean comedy club featuring national acts as well as local talent.
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Cocktail bar · Adams Morgan
Whiskeys abound at this stylish bar with themed dining rooms and a breezy terrace, offering delightful drinks and a lively atmosphere.
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Bar · Downtown
Brick-lined Cuban lounge serving brunch, small plates & sandwiches, plus cigars & a robust rum list.
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Wine bar · Shaw
Maxwell Park is a cozy Shaw wine bar where trendy themes and expert sommeliers make discovering unusual sips and tasty bites a delightful adventure.
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