David and Armando's guidebook
Where to Eat
Chic, lively, Balkan, unlimited brunch on weekends
134 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Ambar Capitol Hill
523 8th St SEChic, lively, Balkan, unlimited brunch on weekends
Fare Well
406 H St NEVegan eats, baked goods, and more
Ted's Bulletin
505 8th St SEFamily restaurant, comfort foods
Lincoln
1110 Vermont Ave NWElevated American cuisine
SUCCOTASH
186 Waterfront StUpscale southern comforts
Enjera Restaurant
549 23rd St SDC is famous for its Ethiopian cuisine!
Rose's Luxury
717 8th St SEPricey and worth it
Le Diplomate
1601 14th St NWUpscale French
Farmers Fishers Bakers
3000 K Street NorthwestHuge menu
Thaitanic Restaurant
1326 14th St NWQuick and delicious Thai.
Rasika
633 D St NWUpscale Indian, you must order the palak chat.
Our local go-to for tacos and margaritas.
12 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Paraíso Taquería & Mezcalería
1101 Pennsylvania Ave. SEOur local go-to for tacos and margaritas.
Japanese, make sure to reserve in advance. The cauliflower is a huge portion and delicious.
22 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
O-Ku DC
1274 5th St NEJapanese, make sure to reserve in advance. The cauliflower is a huge portion and delicious.
Sandwiches, sushi and more. The bar is the best spot.
75 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
The Hamilton
600 14th St NWSandwiches, sushi and more. The bar is the best spot.
Taco City DC
1102 8th St SEQuick, local and tasty.
Brunch, seafood ... Can't miss.
137 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Pearl Dive Oyster Palace
1612 14th St NWBrunch, seafood ... Can't miss.
Consejos para la ciudad
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Monuments at night
Walk, bike or scooter ... grab some cupcakes and enjoy on the steps of the Lincoln Memorial!
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Graverlly Point
Just north of the DCA Airport, as close as you can get to see planes coming and going. Requires car.
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Escape Rooms
Several options in DC, puzzles to be solved in order to "escape" (no danger!).
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Nightlife
U Street Corridor, H Street Corridor are always busy!
Antes de que te vayas
ALL MUSEUMS if there are Covid restrictions
This changes day by day, but review the Museum's website to see if tickets are needed for specified times.
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Public transit or ride share?
It's hit and miss due to pandemic rollbacks and ongoing construction. We'd recommend ride share services to get there quick.
Facilidad para moverse por la casa
Is DC safe?
We have lived in DC for 11+ years and have never had an issue with break-ins, mugging, etc. Having said that, it is still a city and you should keep your wits about you. Keep phones and valuables in your pockets, do not walk anywhere alone, and be generally aware of your surroundings.