Gastropub · Bloomingdale
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"Up at Pub & the People, a daily happy hour recently returned and its winterized patio now takes reservations for its fire pits. The restaurant group is also behind Chinatown’s gastropub Present Company." - Tierney Plumb
Brewery · Woodridge
Nestled in a nondescript industrial area, DC Brau is a beloved local brewery known for its flagship beers, relaxed vibe, and fun weekend events.
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Restaurant · Downtown
Rania is an opulent Indian restaurant in Penn Quarter that dazzles with inventive dishes, theatrical cocktails, and a romantic, chandelier-lit atmosphere.
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Chinese restaurant · Mount Vernon Triangle
Bar Chinois in Mt. Vernon Triangle is a buzzing industrial-chic hotspot, blending French cocktails with delicious dim sum and a lively atmosphere perfect for post-work gatherings or casual dates.
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Vegetarian restaurant · Dupont Circle
José Andrés' fast-casual gem serves up deliciously inventive veggie and grain bowls in a vibrant space that's perfect for herbivores and omnivores alike.
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Cocktail bar · Foggy Bottom
Top of the Gate at the Watergate Hotel offers chic drinks and light bites alongside stunning 360-degree views of D.C.'s skyline and the Potomac River.
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Urban Roast is a vibrant Penn Quarter café and sangria bar, offering all-day bites from empanadas to charcuterie, alongside tempting cocktails and festive decor.
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Hamburger restaurant · Mount Vernon Square
Step into Capital Burger, a lively steakhouse-inspired burger joint where gourmet patties and boozy shakes rule the menu, with a cozy vibe and chatty staff to match.
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French restaurant · Dupont Circle
A lively bistro adorned with vintage flair, serving up buckets of mussels and classic French and Belgian dishes in a bustling atmosphere.
Pizza restaurant · Dupont Circle
Alfreda in Dupont Circle serves up delicious New York-style pizzas on a unique sourdough crust, crafted with care by acclaimed chef Russell Blue Smith, making it a cozy hangout for pizza lovers seeking a fresh twist on comfort food.
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Bar · Near Northeast
Hip, quirky lounge with a large beer list, dancing & New Orleans Saints games on the TV.
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