"This Capitol Hill institution is a great place to grab a drink and imagine all the secrets these walls have heard. It looks like an old lodge, full of pictures of ancient men you’ll definitely recognize from their days at 1600 Pennsylvania. There are, of course, Hill staffers and lobbyists hanging around and acting important, but you’ll also find locals swinging by. If you’re lucky enough to come through with an old head, they’re likely to have a Hawk ‘n’ Dove story that will make you understand how rooted the restaurant is, not just on the Hill, but to the people who make up the fabric of DC." - tristiana hinton