Sushi restaurant · Shaw
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"Shaw’s sushi hot spot offers a daily happy hour from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m., with half-off on draft beers, sparkling wine, and highballer cocktails." - Tierney Plumb, Missy Frederick
Hotel · Downtown
Upmarket hotel in an 1891 bank building featuring chic quarters, plus a refined restaurant & a bar. Set within a former bank building dating from 1891, this high-end hotel is across the street from the National Portrait Gallery, a 4-minute walk from a metro station and 2 miles from the Lincoln Memorial. Chic, sophisticated rooms have Wi-Fi, smart TVs and Nespresso machines, plus minibars. Posh suites provide living rooms, kitchenettes and/or dining areas; one features a baby grand piano. Room service is available. Loaner bikes are complimentary. Other amenities consist of an elegant restaurant, and a hip bar in the converted bank vault, plus a gym, valet parking and breakfast.
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Irish pub · Waterfront
This waterside watering hole's imported Irish decor stages refined pub fare, beer, whiskey & music.
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Pizza restaurant · Capital City Market
This contemporary Italian spot serves up a mix of classic and creative small plates and pizzas, promising fresh ingredients and authentic flavors.
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Bar · Shaw
Star chef's intimate, brick-walled, basement wine nook with raw bar fare, cheeses, hams & snacks.
Coffee shop · Eckington
House-roasted brews & locally baked goods are the draws at this casual, homey hangout.
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American restaurant · Downtown
Elegant eatery pairing upscale twists on classics from the southern coast with occasional live jazz.
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Bar · Logan Circle
Whiskey-based cocktails served in hip, laid-back locale with gallery & music space.
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American restaurant · Capitol Hill
This breezy eatery offers a Californian twist on New American dishes, enveloped in a cozy atmosphere with friendly service and an impressive wine list.
Wine bar · U Street
A notable wine selection, plus seasonal pub fare, served in a warm, classic space with a patio.
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Bar · Near Northeast
A local crowd comes to this small, boxing-themed bar for drinks & weekend brunch. Open late.
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