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National Building Museum is one of Washington DC.

1. National Building Museum

8.2
401 F St NW (at 5th St. NW), Washington, D.C.
Museum · Downtown-Penn Quarter-Chinatown · 108 tips and reviews

M Squared Real EstateM Squared Real Estate: This building has one of the best interior rooms in DC, if not the country. Anyone interested in the architecture of Washington DC should visit.

National Air and Space Museum is one of Washington DC.

2. National Air and Space Museum

9.2
6th St. (Independence Ave SW), Washington, D.C.
Science Museum · Southwest Washington · 639 tips and reviews
Lincoln Memorial is one of Washington DC.

3. Lincoln Memorial

9.6
2 Lincoln Memorial Circle NW (btwn Constitution & Independence Ave SW), Washington, D.C.
Monument · Southwest Washington · 472 tips and reviews
National Museum of Natural History is one of Washington DC.

4. National Museum of Natural History

9.3
1000 Constitution Ave NW (at 10th St NW), Washington, D.C.
Science Museum · Northwest Washington · 428 tips and reviews
Garden District is one of Washington DC.

5. Garden District

8.8
1801 14th St NW (at S St NW), Washington, D.C.
Beer Garden · U-Street · 87 tips and reviews

AskMenAskMen: A backyard barbecue beer garden offering essentially every version of pork possible - from brats to pulled pork sammies to the "dachshund in the grass slaw dog" along with a selection of craft beers. Read more.

6. Amsterdam Falafelshop

2425 18th St NW, Washington, D.C.
Falafel Restaurant · Adams Morgan · 119 tips and reviews

EpicuriousEpicurious: The simple falafel is experiencing a heyday, and this tiny shop is a clear indication why. Experiment with toppings: turmeric-tinged cabbage and jalapeño-fueled herb sauce are delicious options.

Martin's Tavern is one of Washington DC.

7. Martin's Tavern

8.7
1264 Wisconsin Ave NW (at N St NW), Washington, D.C.
American Restaurant · Georgetown · 92 tips and reviews

Summer H.Summer Hoya: The restaurant where JFK proposed to Jackie O. Second booth on the right. Bonus points if you're able to get a picture sitting there!

8. Old Glory

3139 M St NW (at Wisconsin Ave), Washington, D.C.
BBQ Joint · Georgetown · 134 tips and reviews

Josie L.Josie Linares: If you want to taste everything this place has - try the "whole lotta glory platter" and it comes with 4 sides. The platter is for 2-3 people and is the perfect portion.

9. The Tombs

8.5
1226 36th St NW (at Prospect St NW), Washington, D.C.
Pub · Georgetown · 89 tips and reviews

Nick S.Nick Sprague: A Georgetown tradition. Fantastic place.

10. Ted's Bulletin

8.9
1818 14th St NW (at Swann St NW), Washington, D.C.
American Restaurant · U-Street · 203 tips and reviews

Kiara H.Kiara H.: What's not to love about Ted's? The homemade pop tarts, the adult the milkshakes, the breakfast platters? All delicious.

11. Kafe Leopold

8.6
3315 Cadys Aly NW (btwn N 33rd St & N Bank St), Washington, D.C.
Austrian Restaurant · Georgetown · 176 tips and reviews

TaraTara: Croque Madame. Get it. Pan au chocolait. Get it. This place is great for breakfast, brunch or lunch. Great outdoor seating

12. El Centro

7.9
1218 Wisconsin Ave NW (at Prospect St NW), Washington, D.C.
American Restaurant · Georgetown · 54 tips and reviews

Chris B.Chris Bier: What to do at El Centro: get the slider with guac and cheese. What not do to at el Centro: not get the sliders. Did the bottomless brunch without drinks for $25. Was great.

13. Clyde's of Georgetown

8.7
3236 M St NW (btwn Wisconsin & Potomac Aves. NW), Washington, D.C.
American Restaurant · Georgetown · 148 tips and reviews

Christine B.Christine B: The crab cakes are SO good, especially on the Eggs Chesapeake. Good Bloody Marys too, nice and spicy! Service is also very friendly.

The Boardwalk DC is one of Washington DC.

14. The Boardwalk DC

6.5
507 7th St NW, Washington, D.C.
Bar · Penn Quarter · 105 tips and reviews

AskMenAskMen: A place to knock back a cold draft (20 are available, including Dogfish Head 90 Minute) or even a finger of small-batch bourbon. Nope, this place is not for wusses. You won’t find a morsel to eat. Read more.

Baked & Wired is one of Washington DC.

15. Baked & Wired

9.2
1052 Thomas Jefferson St NW (at K St NW), Washington, D.C.
Bakery · Georgetown · 461 tips and reviews

16. Toki Underground

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

Jane Y.Jane Yang: Pop up. Line is long- only 8 seats. Just like the real toki!

17. Le Diplomate

9.2
1601 14th St NW (at Q St NW), Washington, D.C.
French Restaurant · Logan Circle - Shaw · 314 tips and reviews

Serious EatsSerious Eats: Reservations are a must if you plan visiting Le Diplomate during peak hours. When you do get a table, don't miss the chicken foie gras parfait and the near perfect steak frites.

18. Ethiopic

7.9
401 H St NE (at 4th St NE), Washington, D.C.
Ethiopian Restaurant · Near Northeast · 49 tips and reviews

Washingtonian MagazineWashingtonian Magazine: Ethiopian restaurants aren’t unusual in DC, but this is the place to experience spicy, long-cooked stews and the sizzling theatrics of the meat-and-onion stir-fries called tibs.

Duke's Grocery is one of Washington DC.

19. Duke's Grocery

9.0
1513 17th St NW (btwn Church St & P St NW), Washington, D.C.
Gastropub · Northwest Washington · 132 tips and reviews

ThrillistThrillist: What's that creeping? Oh, just stacks on stacks of brined brisket, w/ house pickles spilling out between toasted rye. Read more.

Old Ebbitt Grill is one of Washington DC.

20. Old Ebbitt Grill

9.1
675 15th St NW (at G St NW), Washington, D.C.
American Restaurant · Downtown-Penn Quarter-Chinatown · 690 tips and reviews

Emeran L.Emeran Leonard: Best crab cakes anywhere.

Ben's Chili Bowl is one of Washington DC.

21. Ben's Chili Bowl

8.4
1213 U St NW, Washington, D.C.
Hot Dog Joint · U-Street · 386 tips and reviews

Hillary K.Hillary Kwiatek: The chili half smoke is Bill Cosby's -- and my-- favorite!

The Gibson is one of Washington DC.

22. The Gibson

2009 14th St NW (at U St NW), Washington, D.C.
Speakeasy · U-Street · 137 tips and reviews
Daikaya is one of Washington DC.

23. Daikaya

8.7
705 6th St NW, Washington, D.C.
Ramen Restaurant · Chinatown · 285 tips and reviews
PX is one of Washington DC.

24. PX

728 King St, Alexandria, VA
Speakeasy · Old Town · 31 tips and reviews
2 Birds 1 Stone is one of Washington DC.

25. 2 Birds 1 Stone

1800 14th St NW (at S St NW), Washington, D.C.
Cocktail Bar · U-Street · 30 tips and reviews

Eric L.Eric L: Speakeasy minus the dark paneled wood and bow tied bartenders. They limit attendance - which means actual conversations without yelling. Get their punch du jour!

26. The Diner

7.6
2453 18th St NW (at Columbia Rd NW), Washington, D.C.
Diner · Adams Morgan · 188 tips and reviews

RebeccaRebecca: The Monte Cristo and the Croque and Dagger are delicious. Yum!

Stoney's is one of Washington DC.

27. Stoney's

6.9
1433 P St NW (btwn 14th & 15th St NW), Washington, D.C.
American Restaurant · Logan Circle - Shaw · 124 tips and reviews

Burger DaysBurger Days: The One Eye and Texas Burger are two of the best burgs around, but don't sleep on the brand-new Boss of the Sauce with pastrami, swiss, coleslaw and 1000 island. It's huge and spectacular. Read more.

Lauriol Plaza is one of Washington DC.

28. Lauriol Plaza

8.2
1835 18th St NW (at T St NW), Washington, D.C.
Mexican Restaurant · Northwest Washington · 264 tips and reviews

T.A. T.T.A. Thomasson: Lamb fajitas and any swirl margarita is fab!

ChurchKey is one of Washington DC.

29. ChurchKey

8.9
1337 14th St NW (at Rhode Island Ave NW), Washington, D.C.
Beer Bar · Logan Circle - Shaw · 295 tips and reviews

Ben S.Ben Sack: Great Belgium beer selection - typically has over 25 taps!

Blue Duck Tavern is one of Washington DC.

30. Blue Duck Tavern

8.5
1201 24th St NW, Washington, D.C.
New American Restaurant · West End · 202 tips and reviews

brian m.brian murfin: Bone marrow, brussels sprouts, braised beef, polenta and cheese and the huckleberry buckle were delicious

Penang Malaysian Cuisine is one of Washington DC.

31. Penang Malaysian Cuisine

4933 Bethesda Ave, Bethesda, MD
Malay Restaurant · 22 tips and reviews
Smithsonian’s National Zoo is one of Washington DC.

32. 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

33. Chadwicks

3205 K St NW (at Wisconsin Ave NW), Washington, D.C.
American Restaurant · Georgetown · 46 tips and reviews

Brunch and the CityBrunch and the City: $22 brunch special gets you an entree and unlimited champagne!

National Museum of American History is one of Washington DC.

34. National Museum of American History

9.0
1400 Constitution Ave NW (at 14th St NW), Washington, D.C.
History Museum · Northwest Washington · 357 tips and reviews

HISTORYHISTORY: The museum first opened in 1964, and among the items on display are the original Star-Spangled Banner and Dorothy's ruby slippers from The Wizard of Oz.

Farragut Square is one of Washington DC.

35. Farragut Square

7.7
901 17th St NW (btwn I & K St NW), Washington, D.C.
Park · 68 tips and reviews
Filter Coffeehouse & Espresso Bar is one of Washington DC.

36. Filter Coffeehouse & Espresso Bar

1726 20th St NW (btwn R & S St NW), Washington, D.C.
Coffee Shop · Northwest Washington · 124 tips and reviews

Roshan S.Roshan Sadanani: Easily some of the best coffee in DC. They make a mean cortado

Martin Luther King, Jr. Memorial is one of Washington DC.

37. Martin Luther King, Jr. Memorial

9.3
1850 W Basin Dr SW (at Independence Ave SW), Washington, D.C.
Monument · Southwest Washington · 144 tips and reviews
United States Capitol is one of Washington DC.

38. United States Capitol

Capitol Cir (at E Capitol St), Washington, D.C.
Capitol Building · Northwest Washington · 205 tips and reviews
Library of Congress is one of Washington DC.

39. Library of Congress

9.3
101 Independence Ave SE (btwn 1st & 2nd St SE), Washington, D.C.
Library · Southeast Washington · 186 tips and reviews
Washington Monument is one of Washington DC.

40. Washington Monument

9.5
2 15th St NW (btwn Constitution Ave NW & Independence Ave SW), Washington, D.C.
Monument · Southwest Washington · 344 tips and reviews
United States Holocaust Memorial Museum is one of Washington DC.

41. United States Holocaust Memorial Museum

8.8
100 Raoul Wallenberg Pl SW, Washington, D.C.
History Museum · Southwest Washington · 256 tips and reviews
Qualia Coffee is one of Washington DC.

42. Qualia Coffee

3917 Georgia Ave NW (btwn Randolph & Shepherd St NW), Washington, D.C.
Coffee Shop · Petworth · 51 tips and reviews
Pound The Hill is one of Washington DC.

43. Pound The Hill

621 Pennsylvania Ave SE (btwn 6th & 7th Sts. SE), Washington, D.C.
Coffee Shop · Capitol Hill · 75 tips and reviews
Big Bear Cafe is one of Washington DC.

44. Big Bear Cafe

8.7
1700 1st St NW (at R St. NW), Washington, D.C.
Café · LeDroit Park - Bloomingdale · 118 tips and reviews
M.E. Swing Co. is one of Washington DC.

45. M.E. Swing Co.

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

46. The Coffee Bar

9.0
1201 S St NW (at 12th St NW), Washington, D.C.
Coffee Shop · U-Street · 67 tips and reviews
Tryst is one of Washington DC.

47. Tryst

8.7
2459 18th St NW (btwn Columbia Rd & Belmont Rd NW), Washington, D.C.
Coffee Shop · Adams Morgan · 298 tips and reviews
Peregrine Espresso is one of Washington DC.

48. Peregrine Espresso

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

49. Chinatown Coffee Company

475 H St NW (btwn 4th & 5th St NW), Washington, D.C.
Coffee Shop · Downtown-Penn Quarter-Chinatown · 135 tips and reviews
Union Station is one of Washington DC.

50. Union Station

7.7
50 Massachusetts Ave NE (at Columbus Cir NE), Washington, D.C.
Rail Station · 662 tips and reviews
The Fairfax at Embassy Row, Washington, D.C. is one of Washington DC.

51. The Fairfax at Embassy Row, Washington, D.C.

6.0
2100 Massachusetts Ave NW (at 21st St NW), Washington, D.C.
Hotel · Northwest Washington · 44 tips and reviews
Omni Shoreham Hotel is one of Washington DC.

52. Omni Shoreham Hotel

7.7
2500 Calvert St NW (at Connecticut Ave NW), Washington, D.C.
Hotel · Woodley Park · 113 tips and reviews
sweetgreen is one of Washington DC.

53. sweetgreen

8.6
1512 Connecticut Ave NW (btwn Dupont Cir & Q St NW), Washington, D.C.
Salad Restaurant · Northwest Washington · 62 tips and reviews