Duke's Grocery

Bakery for quirky, inventive desserts from lauded pastry chef Christina Tosi.

Chef Edward Lee's classy eatery melds Dixie & Asian flavors in an inventive menu.

Modest hotel with no-frills rooms & free Wi-Fi, plus 2 relaxed restaurants & a classic pub. This understated hotel is a 4-minute walk from Metro Center Station, a 13-minute walk from the National Mall and a 14-minute walk from The White House. Basic rooms feature free Wi-Fi and cable TV; most have minifridges. Amenities include a gift shop and coin-operated laundry facilities, along with a casual family-style restaurant, a retro eatery serving classic American fare, and a traditionally furnished pub. Garage parking is available (fee).

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

This 3-floor mom-&-pop bar boasts colorful murals of U.S. presidents, local brews & simple chow.

Maketto is a vibrant food and fashion marketplace where you can savor delicious street food, exquisite dumplings, and great vibes in a relaxed setting.

Roomy tavern with industrial-meets-tiki-themed surrounds, serving rum drinks & Hawaiian-style grub.

Casual below-ground restaurant serving Chinese faves & specials for dine-in or carryout.

Street eats & classic dishes of Indian & Indo-Chinese origin with beer & wine in hip quarters.