American restaurant · West End
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"Ris, the nearby sophisticated staple from chef Ris Lacoste." - Tierney Plumb
Italian restaurant · Downtown
Grazie Nonna is your chic Italian escape in D.C., serving up delightful dishes like garlic bread and homemade pastas amid a cozy, candlelit ambiance.
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Coffee shop · West End
Industrial-chic setting for Australian-inspired coffee drinks, juices & health-conscious cafe fare.
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Step into L’Ardente, where an elegant Italian vibe meets delightful dishes like their famed 40-layer lasagna, all served with warmth in a chic setting.
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Chinese restaurant · Mount Vernon Triangle
Industrial-chic joint serving dumplings, shumai, and other Chinese finger foods, plus cocktails and wine.
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Wine bar · Shaw
Maxwell Park is a cozy Shaw wine bar where trendy themes and expert sommeliers make discovering unusual sips and tasty bites a delightful adventure.
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Art museum · National Mall
The National Gallery of Art dazzles with a stunning collection spanning centuries, all for free—an art lover's paradise in D.C.
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Wine bar · U Street
A charming wine bar featuring New American small plates upstairs and a buzzing market bistro below, perfect for intimate sips and bites.
Restaurant · Capital City Market
Cordelia Fishbar is an exciting seafood haven in Union Market, serving up globally inspired dishes with charcoal magic, vibrant flavors, and a lively atmosphere.
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Peruvian restaurant · Logan Circle
This spot serves up mouthwatering pollo a la brasa and Latin street food by day, transforming into a vibrant speakeasy bar with killer nightlife.
Lounge · Shaw
This converted townhouse blends vintage charm and a lively vibe, offering cocktails and house beats, perfect for chill gatherings or dance parties.
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