Suggestions for Dining and Drinking near Columbia Heights, Washington

Enmanuel G. • March 31, 2013Best Dominican restaurant of the DC area!

Ben R. • September 12, 2015Real Lao food. Be adventurous, it's worth it. Can't miss: naem khao (crispy rice), any grilled meat (ping), sai oua (sour sausage), than mak hong (Lao papaya salad, funkiness at its best).

Jeremy L. • August 5, 2018Every drink is amazing. Ask the bartenders for advice

Víctor S. • January 17, 2013Try the Cuban Sandwich, Cheese y Guayaba Empanadas & Flan! Traditional Cuban food made with love. Great music, good energy and good people.

Justin H. • May 17, 2017My favorite coffee spot in DC. Music is and noise level area always at a minimum. Perfect place to get work done!

Peter K. • July 20, 2012Sope de Moronga is amazing. Deep rich black flavor and a fresh green taste on top. Nice with a Pomegranate Tart Apple Margarita with Lime Chile Salt

DCist • September 14, 2017The expansive patio is often occupied by pooches of various kinds. Beer can be ordered by the pint or the stein, and there are darts, cornhole, and huge screens to watch your favorite teams inside.

Andrew W. • May 25, 2019Good stuff. Tasty single slices, huge sandwiches, good drinks. Feels old school

Andrew W. • February 20, 2019Delicious. If they have them get the latkes or pimento cheese.

Ben R. • December 13, 2015Despite all the tips about lemongrass, don't skip the regular phò. The delicate broth here is delicious. I like the #11 dac biet special with everything.

Shaireen K. • May 2, 2019Awesome spot, incredible eats all around, amazing deal on Tuesday. Also this desert was stellar! (Choc pb cake)

Karthik R. • October 22, 2015Best salads one can get in a chain. Higher quality than Chipotle and more flavorful. Better value too.

Andrew W. • November 17, 2015Cozy little spot, good coffee and lots of food (but haven't tried the food yet.)

Steven A. • November 26, 2020Awesome new Malaysian restaurant - char kway teow is as good (if not better) than ones I had in Malaysia, and some of their brunch specials like the biscuits and kaya are fantastic as well

Thérèse G. • September 23, 2014Great to hang out and have brunch. Outside patio is the best.

Lucia T. • December 31, 2017The meat sampler plate is great to share! It comes with two vegetable sides and lots of injera. The home made spice tea was a welcome addition. Everything is made to order and service is great!

Stephanie D. • June 13, 2016Finally open! Make your own pizza and good soda selection

Dwight ดนัย • August 27, 2016Semi-pricey, black owned vegan restaurant. Quality food, great selection and laid back. People come for soul food faves like mac & cheese, greens, and ribs/wings. But there's a lot more to taste!

Shelby B. • August 26, 2010Baked chicken with cornbread dressing, collards, baked mac n cheese and sweet tea -- good gosh almighty!

Sarah P. • May 24, 2019So cute! A bar you can actually hear your friends at, with great cocktails.

Andrew W. • August 11, 2017Relaxed little Ethiopian roaster with tasty coffee (strong iced coffee!) a few pastries and some outdoor and indoor tables. Good place to hang out, work or chat.

Thomas V. • June 4, 2023Everything I’ve tried was insanely good.

morg • January 1, 2019get the sampler so you get a little of everything. monsoon menu is unique in DC and comes with a little chai to cut the spice

David • December 23, 2015One of the tastiest Peruvian style chicken take-outs in DC.

Susan S. • September 22, 2020Best chicken in Mambo Sauce in DC

Miguel • June 6, 2017Try the seasonal watermelon mint lemonade.

Keegan • August 18, 2019Awesome option for games! Good alternative to Midlands for outdoor drinking.

Michael C. • April 25, 2015The food takes a while to come out, but is so worthwhile when it does. Garlic naan and chicken vindalu are personal favs. Food crafted with great care and pride.