Liquor store · Friendship Heights
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"Paul’s Wine and Spirits is closing permanently at the end of February due to a landlord dispute." - Stephanie Carter
Cocktail bar · Adams Morgan
This vibrant bar serves up inventive Middle Eastern cocktails and delicious bites, all in a warm atmosphere with lively crowds and friendly staff.
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Bakery · Capital City Market
Pluma by Bluebird Bakery serves up a delightful mix of artisan pastries, fresh breads, and savory bites in a cozy spot near Union Market, with standout croissants and inviting coffee options.
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Hotel · Downtown
Hotel Zena in D.C. blends modern style with bold feminist art, featuring a rooftop pool, a hip bar, and a vibrant atmosphere perfect for socializing.
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Italian restaurant · Capitol Hill
Trattoria Alberto is a beloved Capitol Hill haven serving up classic Italian dishes in a cozy atmosphere, complete with delightful outdoor seating perfect for people-watching.
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Pizza restaurant · Brookland
Menomale is a cozy, intimate bistro in Brookland dishing out authentic wood-fired Neapolitan pizzas, artisan panuozzos, and craft brews—perfect for a casual hangout.
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Traditional American restaurant · Georgetown
Popular tavern serving American eats in both a cozy interior with wooden booths & outdoors.
American restaurant · Wesley Heights
Nestled near campus, this lively spot serves up American classics with a twist, featuring great happy hour deals and a fun bar scene perfect for families.
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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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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.
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Restaurant · Downtown
Stan's is a bustling basement gem in downtown D.C. famous for its addictive chicken wings dripping in tangy mumbo sauce and remarkably strong drinks.
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