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"Across from the Smithsonian Zoo, this sibling spot is offering feds a free shot of bourbon or house wine with any burger or entree, plus $5 beers." - Tierney Plumb
Panda-themed gastropub across from the National Zoo
3000 Connecticut Ave NW, Washington, DC 20008 Get directions
$10–20
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