Old-school market with meat, produce & basics, plus prepared dishes & a signature brisket sandwich.
"Have a hankering for some brisket, matzoh ball soup, or deli sandwich on a Monday? This longstanding deli (with two locations) keeps things running at the beginning of the week." - Missy Frederick, Tim Ebner
"Around since 1925, the tried-and-true D.C. butcher and market offers an array of kosher wines, seder plates, starters, cooked entrees, sides, and sweets to assemble a spot-on Passover meal at home. Choose from matzo-stuffed chicken breast, spinach kugel, beef tenderloin, chocolate-dipped macaroons, and more. Order online for pickup or local delivery." - Evan Caplan, Tierney Plumb
"With a sandwich and meat selection that's hard to match, Wagshal's has been open in upper Northwest since 1925. Known for their pastrami, meatloaf sandwiches, and the iconic presence of Pam “The Butcher” Ginsberg, there are now multiple locations across the District. Its “Grand Bodega” opened north of the Palisades this summer." - Vinciane Ngomsi, Tierney Plumb, Eater Staff
"This upper Northwest butcher shop and deli maintains a national presence thanks to its partnership with Goldbelly. A two-pack of prime-smoked brisket sandwiches costs $69 and comes with six slices of Rye bread for a build-your-own double deckers. The sandwiches arrive unassembled on ice packs." - Tim Ebner
"The gourmet market and butcher shop in Spring Valley, which has an excellent deli in the same shopping center, has a huge selection of Hanukkah specials in its online store. Find everything from mini latkes and blintzes to jelly doughnuts and holiday wine packages." - Gabe Hiatt