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La Tejana serves up authentic Rio Grande Valley–style breakfast tacos with house-made flour tortillas and lively Tex-Mex flavors, plus cocktails by night in cozy Mt. Pleasant.

Keren serves bold Eritrean fare—from all-day ful breakfasts to hearty tibsi—amid cozy vibes and a lively Adams Morgan crowd.

Chef Nicholas Stefanelli’s chic Michelin-starred spot serves elevated Puglian coastal Italian tasting menus in a stylish, lively setting near Union Market.

Nestled at the historic Hotel Harrington, Ollie's Trolley is a quirky diner serving up iconic burgers and peppery fries since 1989, boasting nostalgic decor and a cash-only policy.

Little Blackbird in Cleveland Park offers a cozy vibe with a global menu of playful wine and food pairings—think Cheetos and sauvignon blanc—perfect for a casual night out.

Tucked inside the Morrow Hotel in NoMa, Le Clou is a chic modern bistro where chef Nicholas Stefanelli spins French classics into vibrant culinary narratives amidst an elegant atmosphere.

Convivial serves playful, hearty French-American classics with bold flavors and cozy vibes in a hip Shaw spot, perfect for brunch, dinner, or cocktails.

Sticky Rice is a lively American-Pan-Asian hangout on H Street, dishing out inventive sushi, hearty noodles, and plenty of tater tots, all served with a side of karaoke fun.

Cranes is a chic Penn Quarter hotspot where Chef Pepe Moncayo artfully melds Spanish and Japanese flavors in a menu of tantalizing tapas and an impressive sake selection.

Tucked into Blagden Alley, Tiger Fork serves sleek, shareable Hong Kong-style bites and inventive herb-infused cocktails in a moody, intimate setting.