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NuVegan Cafe is one of DC favorites.

1. NuVegan Cafe

2928 Georgia Ave NW (at Hobart Pl NW), Washington, D.C.
Vegan and Vegetarian Restaurant · Pleasant Plains · 78 tips and reviews

Rachel C.Rachel Clark: VEGAN. BUFFALO. WINGS. OH MY GOD. If I could I'd probably eat at Woodlands for every meal for the rest of my life.

Kramerbooks & Afterwords Cafe is one of DC favorites.

2. Kramerbooks & Afterwords Cafe

8.6
1517 Connecticut Ave NW (at Q St NW), Washington, D.C.
Bookstore · Northwest Washington · 328 tips and reviews

Mark R.Mark Rowland: A DC destination...this independent bookseller has a well curated selection of books and a great cafe to boot. Read more.

Sticky Fingers Bakery is one of DC favorites.

3. Sticky Fingers Bakery

1370 Park Rd NW (at 14th St NW), Washington, D.C.
Bakery · Columbia Heights · 130 tips and reviews

Rachel C.Rachel Clark: Everything here seems to be incredible, but my favorites are the peanut butter fudge shake, the cowvin cookie, and the cheezy mac. 😍😍

Good Stuff Eatery is one of DC favorites.

4. Good Stuff Eatery

8.3
303 Pennsylvania Ave SE (at 3rd St. SE), Washington, D.C.
Burger Joint · Capitol Hill · 279 tips and reviews

Washingtonian MagazineWashingtonian Magazine: Mendelsohn’s milkshakes—especially the toasted-marshmallow flavor—are some of the best in town.

Teaism is one of DC favorites.

5. Teaism

400 8th St NW (at D St NW), Washington, D.C.
Tea Room · Penn Quarter · 130 tips and reviews

Paula T.Paula Tracey: Don't Miss the "Chocolate Salty Oat Cookies" from here!

The Flea Market at Eastern Market is one of DC favorites.

6. The Flea Market at Eastern Market

8.6
300 7th St SE (at C St SE), Washington, D.C.
Flea Market · Capitol Hill · 15 tips and reviews

Nick B.Nick Barone: For the other geography nerds out there, check out the antique maps vendor

Lincoln is one of DC favorites.

7. Lincoln

8.2
1110 Vermont Ave NW (btwn L St and Thomas Circle NW), Washington, D.C.
New American Restaurant · Downtown-Penn Quarter-Chinatown · 149 tips and reviews

Washington PostWashington Post: On June 15, President Obama took winners of an Obama for America fundraising contest to Lincoln. Read more.

National Gallery of Art - Sculpture Garden is one of DC favorites.

8. National Gallery of Art - Sculpture Garden

9.3
Constitution Ave NW (at 7th St NW), Washington, D.C.
Sculpture Garden · Northwest Washington · 93 tips and reviews

Emily D.Emily Davis: Friday nights from Memorial Day to Labor Day the garden hosts free jazz concerts starting at 5pm. If you can get there a little early, try for a spot on the fountain and dangle your feet. Read more.

Bethesda Bagels is one of DC favorites.

9. Bethesda Bagels

8.1
4819 Bethesda Ave, Bethesda, MD
Bagel Shop · 39 tips and reviews

Rachel C.Rachel Clark: Super quick service and the savory cheese bagels are beyond.

Saxbys Coffee is one of DC favorites.

10. Saxbys Coffee

1309 19th St NW (at N St NW), Washington, D.C.
Coffee Shop · Connecticut Avenue - K Street · 10 tips and reviews

MonicaMonica: Great variety of lattes. My favorite is the Snickerdoodle. Enjoy free wifi with your caffeine! Read more.

We, The Pizza is one of DC favorites.

11. We, The Pizza

8.2
305 Pennsylvania Ave SE (btwn 3rd & 4th St), Washington, D.C.
Pizzeria · Capitol Hill · 152 tips and reviews

Rachel C.Rachel Clark: The Forest Shroomin' slice is everything.

Peregrine Espresso is one of DC favorites.

12. Peregrine Espresso

8.2
660 Pennsylvania Ave SE (at 7th St SE), Washington, D.C.
Coffee Shop · Capitol Hill · 106 tips and reviews

Rachel C.Rachel Clark: The pour over coffees are well worth the wait, and the mochas almond croissants are great too.

Qualia Coffee is one of DC favorites.

13. Qualia Coffee

3917 Georgia Ave NW (btwn Randolph & Shepherd St NW), Washington, D.C.
Coffee Shop · Petworth · 51 tips and reviews

Rachel C.Rachel Clark: The coffee is great, of course, but I could eat nothing but the salty oat cookies for the rest of my life and be very happy.

M.E. Swing Co. is one of DC favorites.

14. M.E. Swing Co.

1702 G St NW (at 17th St), Washington, D.C.
Coffee Shop · Connecticut Avenue - K Street · 56 tips and reviews

Rachel C.Rachel Clark: Cool Art Deco vibe and good mochas.

Quartermaine Coffee is one of DC favorites.

15. Quartermaine Coffee

6.8
4817 Bethesda Ave (at Woodmont Ave.), Bethesda, MD
Coffee Shop · 35 tips and reviews

Rachel C.Rachel Clark: Great mochas and almost always friendly service.

Maple is one of DC favorites.

16. Maple

3418 11th St NW (btwn Park St. & Monroe St. NW), Washington, D.C.
Italian Restaurant · Columbia Heights · 42 tips and reviews

Rachel C.Rachel Clark: Great brunch option when the wait at the Coupe is too long. Good atmosphere, good food, super friendly service.

Landmark's E Street Cinema is one of DC favorites.

17. Landmark's E Street Cinema

9.3
555 11th St NW (at E St NW), Washington, D.C.
Indie Movie Theater · Downtown-Penn Quarter-Chinatown · 88 tips and reviews
CapMacDC is one of DC favorites.

18. CapMacDC

8.0
(Check Twitter for current location), Washington, D.C.
Food Truck · Downtown-Penn Quarter-Chinatown · 20 tips and reviews

Rachel C.Rachel Clark: Putting crumbled Cheez-Its on top of mac & cheese is possibly the peak of human ingenuity.

Crumbs & Whiskers is one of DC favorites.

19. Crumbs & Whiskers

7.7
3211 O St NW, Washington, D.C.
Pet Café · Georgetown · 15 tips and reviews

Rachel C.Rachel Clark: If you're patient, it can be a super chill experience. Find a spot to hang out with a book or something and there's a solid chance a cat will join you.

Milk Bar is one of DC favorites.

20. Milk Bar

1090 I St NW (at New York Ave NW), Washington, D.C.
Dessert Shop · Downtown-Penn Quarter-Chinatown · 54 tips and reviews

Rachel C.Rachel Clark: It's not called crack pie for nothing. Worth the insane two-hour opening day wait.

The CakeRoom is one of DC favorites.

21. The CakeRoom

8.5
2006 18th St NW (at Vernon & California St NW), Washington, D.C.
Cupcake Shop · Adams Morgan · 20 tips and reviews

Rachel C.Rachel Clark: I love this place. The people who work here are so pleasant that coming here always brightens my day. And it helps that everything I’ve tried here has been incredible, especially the cookies.

Franklin Hall is one of DC favorites.

22. Franklin Hall

8.5
1346 Florida Ave NW (at 14th St NW), Washington, D.C.
Bar · U-Street · 17 tips and reviews

Rachel C.Rachel Clark: Huge space, incredible beer list. Try the Stone Xocoveza.

Rakuya is one of DC favorites.

23. Rakuya

8.5
1900 Q St NW (at 19th St NW), Washington, D.C.
Japanese Restaurant · Northwest Washington · 15 tips and reviews

Rachel C.Rachel Clark: The veggie bento box is delicious and super filling. The honey ginger housemade soda is great, too!

Bethesda Bagels is one of DC favorites.

24. Bethesda Bagels

1718 Connecticut Ave NW (btwn R & S St NW), Washington, D.C.
Bagel Shop · Northwest Washington · 65 tips and reviews

Rachel C.Rachel Clark: Best bagels in DC. Grab a dozen whole wheat everything sliced, stick them in your freezer, and eat them for breakfast every morning for the rest of your life.

Killer E.S.P. is one of DC favorites.

25. Killer E.S.P.

8.4
1012 King St, Alexandria, VA
Coffee Shop · Old Town · 110 tips and reviews

Rachel C.Rachel Clark: Get the Nutella latte. And when they ask if you want your spoon, the correct answer is yes.

Compass Coffee is one of DC favorites.

26. Compass Coffee

8.7
1535 7th St NW (btwn P & Q St NW), Washington, D.C.
Coffee Shop · Logan Circle - Shaw · 53 tips and reviews

Rachel C.Rachel Clark: On a warm day, get a maple cold brew. On a chilly day, get a Nutella mocha. And pick up vegan baked goods from Sticky Fingers no matter what. Don't count on there being space to eat in, though.

Miss Pixie's is one of DC favorites.

27. Miss Pixie's

1626 14th St NW, Washington, D.C.
Furniture and Home Store · Logan Circle - Shaw · 16 tips and reviews

Rachel C.Rachel Clark: Such a cool vibe and interesting rotating selection. Scored a beautiful Waterford crystal bowl for $15 the other day.

Homestead is one of DC favorites.

28. Homestead

7.7
3911 Georgia Ave NW, Washington, D.C.
New American Restaurant · Petworth · 10 tips and reviews

Rachel C.Rachel Clark: Incredible brunch spot. Be sure to ask about the daily specials—they're almost always big hits. The rooftop cocktail bar is excellent, too.

Lost Society is one of DC favorites.

29. Lost Society

7.0
2001 14th St NW (at U St NW), Washington, D.C.
Cocktail Bar · U-Street · 89 tips and reviews

Rachel C.Rachel Clark: Hang out on their nice (and surprisingly uncrowded) rooftop.

Pacers Running is one of DC favorites.

30. Pacers Running

1821 14th St NW (btwn S & T St NW), Washington, D.C.
Sporting Goods Retail · U-Street · 3 tips and reviews

Rachel C.Rachel Clark: I've gotten my last two pairs of running shoes here and they've always pointed me in the right direction. If your shoes don't work out, you can exchange them within 30 days.

Well-Dressed Burrito is one of DC favorites.

31. Well-Dressed Burrito

7.7
1220 19th St NW (N Street NW - In the Alley), Washington, D.C.
Burrito Restaurant · Connecticut Avenue - K Street · 46 tips and reviews

Rachel C.Rachel Clark: Truly insane amount of food for a super low price.

The Diner is one of DC favorites.

32. The Diner

7.5
2453 18th St NW (at Columbia Rd NW), Washington, D.C.
Diner · Adams Morgan · 188 tips and reviews

Rachel C.Rachel Clark: All. Day. Breakfast. Definitely a better pick for dinner (or a late-night snack) than weekend brunch -- gets packed during peak hours. The veggie reuben is everything.

Theodore Roosevelt Island is one of DC favorites.

33. Theodore Roosevelt Island

8.8
Analostan Island, Washington, D.C.
Monument · Northwest Washington · 28 tips and reviews

Ian B.Ian Bryant-Smith: A lovely bit of legitimate nature, not too a long walk from the Rosslyn Metro station.

Red White and Basil is one of DC favorites.

34. Red White and Basil

1781 Florida Ave NW (at U St NW), Washington, D.C.
Italian Restaurant · Adams Morgan · 10 tips and reviews

Nicole S.Nicole Stahlecker: Gluten free noodles and many vegetarian/vegan options. Wine on tap!

Renwick Gallery is one of DC favorites.

35. Renwick Gallery

9.2
1661 Pennsylvania Ave NW (17th St NW), Washington, D.C.
Art Museum · Northwest Washington · 78 tips and reviews

The Wall Street JournalThe Wall Street Journal: Perhaps the most conquerable of all the Smithsonians, this small but delightful museum of American arts and decorative crafts is a sea of calm. Read more.

City Tap House Dupont is one of DC favorites.

36. City Tap House Dupont

7.1
1250 Connecticut Ave NW, Washington, D.C.
Beer Bar · Connecticut Avenue - K Street · 11 tips and reviews

Cesar C.Cesar Calderon: A wide array of draft beers. Solid grub -from salads to flatbreads. Delicious appetizers

Steel Plate is one of DC favorites.

37. Steel Plate

3523 12th St NE, Washington, D.C.
American Restaurant · Brookland · 13 tips and reviews

Sam P.Sam Place: Very nice bar -- probably top in the neighborhood. The drinks were reasonably priced, and the service was fantastic. Great bartender upstairs -- very friendly and knowledgable.

Denizens Brewing Co. is one of DC favorites.

38. Denizens Brewing Co.

8.6
1115 E West Hwy, Silver Spring, MD
Brewery · 30 tips and reviews

WayneWayne: The beer garden is dog friendly with a great family atmosphere. Their beer is worthy of the trip to Silver Spring. The quinoa burger is awesome! Ten taps of delicious beer!

National Gallery of Art is one of DC favorites.

39. National Gallery of Art

9.5
6th St and Constitution Ave NW (at Constitution Ave NW), Washington, D.C.
Art Museum · Northwest Washington · 155 tips and reviews

HISTORYHISTORY: Opened in 1941, this museum, founded by financier Andrew Mellon, has some 116,000 works of Western art dating from the Middle Ages to the modern era.

Franklin Delano Roosevelt Memorial is one of DC favorites.

40. Franklin Delano Roosevelt Memorial

9.2
400 W Basin Drive SW (at Ohio Dr SW), Washington, D.C.
Monument · Southwest Washington · 108 tips and reviews

Dustin P.Dustin Pfannenstiel: The best memorial in DC, different quotes and sculptures are all around. Even on the steps! You could spend hours looking around this one monument.

Capitol Hill Books is one of DC favorites.

41. Capitol Hill Books

8.1
657 C St. SE (btwn 6th St. SE & 7th St. SE), Washington, D.C.
Bookstore · Capitol Hill · 19 tips and reviews

Adam H.Adam Hall: This is a place you have to see to believe. Books piled anywhere and everywhere. I especially love the quirky and clever labels (e.g. a pile on the floor labeled, "George Washington rests here").

The Wharf DC is one of DC favorites.

42. The Wharf DC

9.2
760 Maine Ave SW, Washington, D.C.
Waterfront · Southwest - Waterfront · 52 tips and reviews