Arepa Zone

Chic spot with a South American feel serving modern Peruvian fare, cocktails & beer.

A lively bar in Shaw featuring a rooftop deck, serving up crowd-pleasing pizza and hot dogs, all while the game plays on big screens.

Nestled in a rustic setting adorned with barn wood and Alpine murals, this gem serves up delightful Swiss-American comfort food that's hard to resist.

A hip crowd eats pizza & wings while playing Ping-Pong & listening to bands in warehouse-chic digs.

Hill East Burger is a lively joint serving up smoky burgers and creative cocktails, where great vibes and tasty pop-ups make every visit a good time.

Stylish hostel in a Victorian building with utilitarian dorms & private rooms, plus a guest kitchen. Set in a Victorian townhouse, this chic hostel is a 14-minute walk from the closest metro station, 2 miles from the White House and 3 miles from the Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History. Streamlined single-sex and mixed dorms sleep 4 to 12 people, and come with bunk beds, reading lights and lockers, plus shared bathrooms. Spartan private rooms are also available; some have en suite facilities. Free continental breakfast is offered. Amenities include guest computers and a sleek communal kitchen. There's also a breezy terrace, and a bright lounge with a fireplace. Minimum-stay rules may apply. Guests age 18 and over are welcome.

Roomy tavern with industrial-meets-tiki-themed surrounds, serving rum drinks & Hawaiian-style grub.

A chic, sun-drenched tavern featuring floor-to-ceiling windows, delicious cocktails, and a vibrant terrace overlooking stunning river and city views.

Chic hotel featuring an upscale restaurant, a fitness center & a spa, plus a rooftop pool & bar. A 10-minute walk from the nearest metro station, this upscale, modern hotel on the Potomac River is a mile from the monuments and museums of the National Mall, and 2 miles from the White House. Refined rooms offer Wi-Fi access and smart TVs, as well as Nespresso machines and minibars. Upgraded rooms have river views. Suites add living areas and Bose sound systems; some have Juliet balconies. An upgraded 2-story suite features a wraparound balcony. Room service is available 24/7. Amenities include a chic, African/Caribbean restaurant, a gym and a spa, plus a rooftop pool with a bar. There's a 5,000 sq ft ballroom. Valet parking is available.