"Part all-day café, part cozy restaurant at night, Hiraya in DC’s H Street Corridor is a welcome addition to the District’s brunch scene. The frequent ‘90s and ‘00s playlists will have you bopping along, and the Filipino comfort food will absolutely hit the spot. Start with the Hiraya Special, which includes your choice of breakfast dish, pastry, and NA beverage for $25. We’re currently rotating between the calamansi ricotta toast and the brisket, egg, and cheese sandwich. Hiraya is also a reliable spot when you need to get in and out, so if you’re catching a train at Union Station or heading to a picnic in Lincoln Park, order ahead for brunch on the go." - mekita rivas, omnia saed, tristiana hinton