Dauphine’s

Cafe serving seasonal, gourmet Native American fare in the National Museum of the American Indian.

Elegant landmark property featuring an ornate lobby & a luxe spa, plus an acclaimed bar & dining. Featuring columns and gilded ceilings, this stately hotel dating from 1850 is a 6-minute walk from the White House, less than a mile from the National Mall and 2 miles from the Lincoln Memorial. Refined rooms have city or courtyard views, plus 47-inch flat-screen TVs, Keurig coffeemakers and minibars. Wi-Fi is available (fee). Suites add separate living areas; some come with whirlpool tubs, dining rooms and/or foyers. There's a high-end restaurant serving seasonal cuisine, a lounge offering high tea, and an acclaimed bar. Other perks include a full-service spa and a fitness center, as well as a business center and parking (fee).

Cool venue with a variety of vendors doling out local & global bites, plus coffee, cocktails & beer.

Antique decor & curtained booths plus French bistro fare make this townhouse a romantic destination.

Mediterranean restaurant for thoughtful food with customizable greens & grains bowls, pitas & salad.

Nestled by the water, Philippe Chow offers a luxurious atmosphere and exquisite Beijing-style dishes like Peking Duck and Walnut Prawns, complemented by attentive service.

A chic eatery with a cozy vibe, offering a customizable fixed-price menu and delightful surprises, perfect for memorable celebrations.

Longtime chain serving a variety of donut flavors & shapes, plus coffee & frozen drinks.

A lively eatery on U Street blending all-day brunch with a clubby vibe, great drinks, and a fun, welcoming crowd that keeps people coming back.

Intimate, rustic-chic spot for southern Italian small plates, pasta, pizza, cocktails & wine.