Pastis DC

This underground comedy club, a D.C. staple, offers a cozy vibe and a stellar lineup of both local and national talent, making for a night of laughs—just don't come for the food.

HalfSmoke is a vibrant Shaw spot where you can design your own killer sausage dishes, sip playful craft cocktails, and enjoy an all-day bottomless brunch in a fun, retro setting filled with board games and eclectic decor.

Mi Vida serves high-end Mexican fare with inventive cocktails in a chic, multi-level waterfront spot boasting vibrant decor and scenic Potomac views.

Good Stuff Eatery serves crafted burgers, fries, and shakes in a cool industrial vibe, perfect for casual, flavor-packed bites in Georgetown.

Bresca, the Michelin-starred bistro by Chef Ryan Ratino, serves inventive French-inspired dishes highlighting local ingredients in a vibrant, casual setting.

Astro Doughnuts & Fried Chicken serves up a funky mix of creative doughnuts and fried chicken sandwiches, perfect for a quick and satisfying bite in D.C.

Komi offers an extraordinary dining adventure in a cozy setting, serving a thoughtfully curated prix fixe menu that celebrates American-Mediterranean flavors with a dash of culinary artistry.

Ivy City Smokehouse is a lively smokehouse and market serving top-notch smoked seafood, crab cakes, hearty po’boys, and craft cocktails on a rooftop patio.

The Dabney delivers seasonal, wood-fired Mid-Atlantic fare with a cozy, rustic vibe in a chic Shaw alleyspot.

Joe’s Seafood, Prime Steak & Stone Crab is a swanky D.C. eatery with a lively atmosphere, serving fresh stone crab and prime steaks amidst upscale décor.