Restaurant · Logan Circle
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"The longest-reigning Stephen Starr restaurant in the area, offering French cuisine on 14th Street." - Tierney Plumb
French restaurant · Shaw
Convivial serves playful, hearty French-American classics with bold flavors and cozy vibes in a hip Shaw spot, perfect for brunch, dinner, or cocktails.
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Mid-Atlantic restaurant (US) · Adams Morgan
Mid-Atlantic bites, vintage cocktails, and a lively rooftop bar converge in Adams Morgan’s sleek multi-level hot spot.
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American restaurant · U Street
Iconic U Street diner known for its chili-soaked half-smokes, chili cheese fries, and thick hand-spun milkshakes since '58.
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Restaurant · Mount Vernon Triangle
dLeña serves elevated Mexican cuisine with a rustic-chic vibe, spotlighting wood-fired grills, bold flavors, and a lively mezcal bar.
Donut shop · Downtown
Astro Doughnuts & Fried Chicken serves up a funky mix of creative doughnuts and fried chicken sandwiches, perfect for a quick and satisfying bite in D.C.
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Hotel · Waterfront
Experience modern luxury at the InterContinental Washington D.C. at the Wharf, where chic rooms and an Afro-Caribbean restaurant meet stunning riverside views and a rooftop pool.
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Cocktail bar · Capital City Market
Serenata shakes up the Latin American cocktail scene at La Cosecha with creative drinks and vibrant vibes, plus fresh small bites and morning smoothies.
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Salvadoran restaurant · Adams Morgan
El Tamarindo, a 40-year-old staple in Adams Morgan, dishes up vibrant Salvadoran and Mexican eats, most famously its late-night pupusas, until the wee hours.
Seafood restaurant · Ivy City
Ivy City Smokehouse serves fresh, house-smoked seafood and hearty eats in a lively two-level tavern with a rooftop patio and weekend live music.
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Ice cream shop · National Mall
Nestled in the stylish lobby of the Hirshhorn Museum, this cozy spot serves up artisanal gelato and expertly crafted coffee, perfect for a refreshing art break.
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