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Neighborhood Guide to Shaw
The Royal is one of Neighborhood Guide to Shaw.

1. The Royal

8.9
501 Florida Ave NW (at 5th St NW), Washington, D.C.
Café · LeDroit Park · 36 tips and reviews

On the GridOn the Grid: Located in the heart of the historic LeDroit Park neighborhood, Royal is an all day spot – coffee shop by day and bar/kitchen by night. Beautiful. Elegant. Intimate. Read more.

La Colombe Coffee Roasters is one of Neighborhood Guide to Shaw.

2. La Colombe Coffee Roasters

9.2
924 Blagden Alley NW (btwn M, N, 9th & 10th St NW), Washington, D.C.
Coffee Shop · Logan Circle - Shaw · 131 tips and reviews

On the GridOn the Grid: Whether you’re an outright Hipster or a Fortune 500 business executive looking for some well roasted coffee, La Colombe is the place for you. Read more.

All Souls Bar is one of Neighborhood Guide to Shaw.

3. All Souls Bar

9.0
725 T St NW (at 8th St NW), Washington, D.C.
Cocktail Bar · U-Street · 21 tips and reviews

On the GridOn the Grid: On the corner of 8th & T St sits All Souls Bar are the makers of what I like to call the “Most Efficient” cocktail in DC. Their tastefully crafted and unique menu draw a moderate weekend crowd. Read more.

Bistro Bohem is one of Neighborhood Guide to Shaw.

4. Bistro Bohem

600 Florida Ave NW, Washington, D.C.
Eastern European Restaurant · U-Street · 54 tips and reviews

On the GridOn the Grid: DC’s newest and most lively hangout. They’re unique to the area, offering flavorful Central European cuisine in a relaxed and vibrant atmosphere. Read more.

A & D Neighborhood Bar is one of Neighborhood Guide to Shaw.

5. A & D Neighborhood Bar

1314 9th St NW (btwn N & O St NW), Washington, D.C.
Bar · Logan Circle - Shaw · 21 tips and reviews

On the GridOn the Grid: Shaw’s A&D Bar is a very dimly-lit, neighborhood bar, brought to you from the folks behind SUNdeVICH and Seasonal Pantry. Truly incognito. Also, well decorated with an awesome back room. Read more.

Long View Gallery is one of Neighborhood Guide to Shaw.

6. Long View Gallery

7.9
1234 9th St NW, Washington, D.C.
Art Gallery · Logan Circle - Shaw · 12 tips and reviews

On the GridOn the Grid: Long View Gallery concurrently highlights the talent of unique local and international artists and operates as a premiere venue for private functions. Read more.

Barber Of Hell's Bottom is one of Neighborhood Guide to Shaw.

7. Barber Of Hell's Bottom

8.8
818 Rhode Island Ave NW, Washington, D.C.
Hair Salon · Logan Circle - Shaw · 13 tips and reviews

On the GridOn the Grid: This area of Shaw was once known as Hell’s Bottom, a rebellious and rough microcosm of a former DC. Nowadays, the only thing these men and women will cut is your hair, and very well might I add. Read more.

Pekoe Acupuncture and Wellness, PLLC is one of Neighborhood Guide to Shaw.

8. Pekoe Acupuncture and Wellness, PLLC

1410 9th St NW #1 (9th btwn O and P), Washington, D.C.
Acupuncture Clinic · Logan Circle - Shaw · 3 tips and reviews

On the GridOn the Grid: With an array of complimentary modalities available in this center, they reach many layers of possible imbalances, and treat them accordingly so you can strive towards your highest healing potential. Read more.

SUNdeVICH is one of Neighborhood Guide to Shaw.

9. SUNdeVICH

9.1
1314 9th St NW (in alley btwn N & O St NW), Washington, D.C.
Sandwich Spot · Logan Circle - Shaw · 102 tips and reviews

On the GridOn the Grid: The hidden gem of Naylor Court, SUNdeVICH is a converted garage that houses a counter-serve shop for creative sandwiches made with local ingredients. Read more.

Right Proper Brewing Company is one of Neighborhood Guide to Shaw.

10. Right Proper Brewing Company

8.5
624 T St NW (btwn Wiltberger & 7th St NW), Washington, D.C.
Brewery · U-Street · 95 tips and reviews

On the GridOn the Grid: Right Proper Brewing Company is a small, community focused brewery committed to producing soulful, balanced beer. The kitchen cooks up casual American fare with a nod to Southern comfort. Read more.

Southern Efficiency is one of Neighborhood Guide to Shaw.

11. Southern Efficiency

1841 7th St NW (at T St NW), Washington, D.C.
Whisky Bar · U-Street · 21 tips and reviews

On the GridOn the Grid: Southern Efficiency is a comfort food and whiskey bar with an eclectic group of whiskies ranging the gamut from traditional Bourbons to whiskey from craft distillers. Read more.

Compass Coffee is one of Neighborhood Guide to Shaw.

12. Compass Coffee

8.8
1911 8th St NW (btwn T St & Florida Ave NW), Washington, D.C.
Coffee Shop · U-Street · 20 tips and reviews

On the GridOn the Grid: From black coffee to iced Nutella lattes to specialty nitrogen infused mint cold brews, Compass Coffee houses the perfect killer coffee. They make simple and flavorful fair trade brews. Read more.

Calabash Teahouse & Cafe is one of Neighborhood Guide to Shaw.

13. Calabash Teahouse & Cafe

8.0
1847 7th St NW, Washington, D.C.
Tea Room · U-Street · 22 tips and reviews

On the GridOn the Grid: Calabash Tea & Tonic is the fun, cool, and welcoming vibe that your mind, body, and soul all need. Read more.

Le Labo is one of Neighborhood Guide to Shaw.

14. Le Labo

6.8
1924 8th St NW, Washington, D.C.
Perfume Store · U-Street · 2 tips and reviews

On the GridOn the Grid: Rose petals harvested in the fields of Grasse, France are the foundation for some of these elegant hand-poured candles and hand-formulated luxury perfumes. Read more.

Typecase Industries is one of Neighborhood Guide to Shaw.

15. Typecase Industries

2122 8th St NW, Washington, D.C.
Office Supply Store · U-Street · 1 tip

On the GridOn the Grid: Brilliant hand-made letter press stationary, cards, and branding extravaganza. TCI is the leading full service design and letterpress print shop in Washington, D.C. Read more.

READ WALL DC is one of Neighborhood Guide to Shaw.

16. READ WALL DC

1875 Connecticut Ave NW (Florida Ave NW), Washington, D.C.
Men's Store · Adams Morgan · 1 tip

On the GridOn the Grid: Whether you are looking for that workhorse, bulletproof suit, or upgrading your business casual game, they’ve got you covered with a full range of tailored sportswear.  Read more.

Glen's Garden Market is one of Neighborhood Guide to Shaw.

17. Glen's Garden Market

2001 S St NW (at 20th St NW), Washington, D.C.
Grocery Store · Northwest Washington · 76 tips and reviews

On the GridOn the Grid: Stretching from Virginia to New York, Glen’s selects producers who are respectful of their land, their ingredients, their animals and your body. Read more.

Washington Project for the Arts is one of Neighborhood Guide to Shaw.

18. Washington Project for the Arts

2124 8th St NW, Washington, D.C.
Art Gallery · U-Street · 1 tip

On the GridOn the Grid: WPA serves as a catalyst for the creation, critique, and collection of contemporary art. With more than 800 artist members, they support visual artists at all stages of their careers. Read more.

Lettie Gooch Boutique is one of Neighborhood Guide to Shaw.

19. Lettie Gooch Boutique

1517 U St NW (btw 15th and 16th Sts NW), Washington, D.C.
Boutique · U-Street · 13 tips and reviews

On the GridOn the Grid: Lettie Gooch is an independent women’s boutique featuring an eclectic mix of emerging designers and a hand-picked collection of wearable and well-made pieces. Read more.