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Henry's Sweet Retreat is one of DC Area.

1. Henry's Sweet Retreat

4823 Saint Elmo Ave, Bethesda, MD
Candy Store · Woodmont Triangle · 1 tip

Megan L.Megan Lilly: One of my favorite places to stop for dessert. Candy by the pound is perfect for a small (or large!) sweet treat, and they also have ice cream, cupcakes, coffee/tea, acai bowls, and more. Such a gem!

Casa Oaxaca is one of DC Area.

2. Casa Oaxaca

6.8
4905 Fairmont Ave, Bethesda, MD
Mexican Restaurant · 4 tips and reviews

Megan L.Megan Lilly: Casa Oaxaca is perfect for happy hour and dinner. Lots of great flavored margaritas and amazing chips and salsa. If there with a group, recommend trying the molcajete. More than plenty for two!

Iron Age: Asian Grill is one of DC Area.

3. Iron Age: Asian Grill

8.7
1054 Rockville Pike, Rockville, MD
Korean Restaurant · East Rockville · 39 tips and reviews

Megan L.Megan Lilly: All-you-can-eat Korean BBQ! The wait can be very long for dinner (hour+) so come early and come hungry. Great sauces and sides, too! One of my favorite places to go with a group.

Hope Floats is one of DC Area.

4. Hope Floats

4709 Chase Ave (Wisconsin Ave), Bethesda, MD
Spa · 2 tips and reviews

Megan L.Megan Lilly: One of the most relaxing places! I love coming here for a float session. You can float while listening to your Spotify playlist or just float in silence. Either way, you leave feeling so refreshed!

Toki Underground is one of DC Area.

5. Toki Underground

8.5
1234 H St NE (above The Pug), Washington, D.C.
Noodle Restaurant · Capitol Hill · 181 tips and reviews

Megan L.Megan Lilly: Best ramen in the DC-area! Featured on "Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives," this hole-in-the-wall spot is not to be missed! Toki can get busy, so make a reservation ahead of time. I recommend the Red Miso!

Calico is one of DC Area.

6. Calico

8.6
50 Blagden Aly NW, Washington, D.C.
Bar · Logan Circle - Shaw · 14 tips and reviews

Megan L.Megan Lilly: Calico has an amazing outdoor space for happy hour. Don't miss ordering an adult juice box and a slice of the tomato pie. Bonus! On Mondays they have free arts & crafts classes.

Bub and Pop's is one of DC Area.

7. Bub and Pop's

8.9
1815 M St NW (btwn 18th & 19th St NW), Washington, D.C.
Sandwich Spot · Connecticut Avenue - K Street · 59 tips and reviews

Megan L.Megan Lilly: As a Philly-area native, this is about as close to a real hoagie and cheesesteak as you can get! Bub and Pop's is a perfect lunch spot. You won't leave hungry; their sandwiches are huge!

Sfoglina Van Ness is one of DC Area.

8. Sfoglina Van Ness

8.8
4445 Connecticut Ave NW, Washington, D.C.
Italian Restaurant · Forest Hills · 8 tips and reviews

Megan L.Megan Lilly: Great, authentic Italian! They make their pasta in-house. I've come to this location for dinner and recommend the three pastas to try family style. They also have another location on New York Ave.

3 Stars Brewing Company is one of DC Area.

9. 3 Stars Brewing Company

6400 Chillum Pl NW, Washington, D.C.
Brewery · Fort Totten - Riggs Park · 30 tips and reviews

Megan L.Megan Lilly: Great spot to sample local craft beers. I recommend getting a flight so you can try all the different styles. Cool interior space with lots of seating. They even offer tours on Saturdays!

Right Proper Brewing Company is one of DC Area.

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

Megan L.Megan Lilly: Perfect blend of good food and good beer! Start off with a sour beer and warm pretzel bread. Then move on to a "selfie" and a heavier beer. They also have a production house in Brookland.

Saints Row Brewing is one of DC Area.

11. Saints Row Brewing

1211 Taft St (Frederick Ave), Gaithersburg, MD
Brewery · Olde Towne · 8 tips and reviews

Megan L.Megan Lilly: I've been a fan of Saints Row since they opened. Great spot for quality brews! They often have food trucks, but if not BYO-food! If you have your pup with you, they are dog friendly.

Osman & Joe's Steak 'n Egg Kitchen is one of DC Area.

12. Osman & Joe's Steak 'n Egg Kitchen

7.9
4700 Wisconsin Ave NW (at Chesapeake St NW), Washington, D.C.
Diner · Friendship Heights · 61 tips and reviews

Megan L.Megan Lilly: Love this 24/7 "dive" (in all the best ways!) spot. You can sit at the counter or outside when it's nice. Can't go wrong with any of their breakfast meals-- perfect for the morning or late night eats!

Bluejacket Brewery is one of DC Area.

13. Bluejacket Brewery

8.7
300 Tingey St SE (at 4th St SE), Washington, D.C.
Brewery · Navy Yard · 158 tips and reviews

Megan L.Megan Lilly: A must-stop location before or after a Nats game, but it does get very crowded! Wide variety of beer styles and amazing food! I recommend the everything pretzel. Also a great place for brunch.

Hank's Oyster Bar is one of DC Area.

14. Hank's Oyster Bar

6.9
701 Wharf St SW, Washington, D.C.
Seafood Restaurant · Southwest - Waterfront · 28 tips and reviews

Megan L.Megan Lilly: Best spot for oysters in DC! Go for happy hour where you can get great deals on oysters, bar snacks, and drinks. Great water views and short walk from the Canopy at The Wharf.

Smithsonian’s National Zoo is one of DC Area.

15. Smithsonian’s National Zoo

9.0
3001 Connecticut Ave NW (at Hawthorne St NW), Washington, D.C.
Zoo · National Zoological Park · 326 tips and reviews

Megan L.Megan Lilly: From Bei Bei the panda to Moke the gorilla to Redd the orangoutang-- there is no shortness of CUTE at the zoo! Admission is free, so come for a walk in the morning when the animals are most active.