Union Market is a diamond in the rough in Northeast DC. A variety of artisan food and craft vendors, my favorite being Takorean, serving Korean-style tacos. A great place to spend an afternoon.
Lots of pricey artisan food and drinks. A few times a year they have clothing and furniture vendors in the back. Don't go expecting to find a deal!
It's far from central DC, but has ample free parking. There isn't a ton of seating if you visit one of the smaller stalls versus one of the bigger "restaurants". Great place to hang out and chill.
Incredible, artisan cocktails in an intimate space. It’s an upscale setting that requires a bit of decorum—a perfect experience for a special evening for any sort of pair. Rezzies are hard to get. Read more.
Great cocktails and finger food in a swanky but comfortable lounge. Get the cocktail flight - excellent!
The Obamas celebrated Valentine's Day 2013 at Jose Andres' Penn Quarter restaurant, which left Washington Post restaurant critic Tom Sietsema unimpressed in December 2012. Read more.
The Dolci Gelati gelato is local, artisan and incredibly delicious!
They don't sell Half Foods here.
Value Meals, offered in the deli section at all locations, are a great deal. For $6,8 or 10, choose a main dish of chicken or pasta + 2 non-protein sides for $6, vegan +2 for $8, meat/fish +2 for $10.
Sample their amazing artisanal flavors that get updated seasonally! Mix two flavors when ordering a regular size cup to double your pleasure and double your fun!
You can't go wrong here, because they'll let you try all of their creative, delicious flavors until you find a favorite. Personal picks: Pumpkin honeycomb, bbc, Dark'n'Stormy for something less sweet.
Banana bourbon caramel. Honey lemon lavender. Review your flavor selection carefully. The owner left a job at the DHS to become a full-time ice cream entrepreneur in early 2014 Read more.
Great artisan wood fired pizza and antipasti...and a 14 page beer/cider/mead list
Great beer list! Get a few flights and try something new.
The pizzeria’s 2 D.C. locations will be tapping into a few seasonal kegs, including Oktoberfest & pumpkin ales by Bells, Dogfish Head, Weyerbacher & Spaten. Starts Friday & runs for a week. Read more.
I have a crush on this store. My go-to for my everyday meals. Good produce, an improved--albeit small--meat selection, artisan bread, awesome nice staff & regular wine tastings. Oh, and quick in-out.
Spacious, well-stocked store with very friendly staff. My go-to place for natural and organic products.
Honestly, you can get some of the same things cheaper at Whole Foods and Trader Joe's. It's pricey here and not always for higher quality.
Wonderful selection of artisanal and funky-flavored gelatos.
I definitely recommend the tiramisu gelato. Try the multiple flavored sorbettos: they're absolutely amazing. The avocado, honey and orange is a real treat.
Wifi password is the phone number. Grab a business card by the register. All numbers. No dashes.
Great weekend market full of artisans, food, and antiques. Be sure to ask about the origin of the foods in the farmer's market; not all the vendors use local produce.
Iconic market. A must stop for tourists looking to experience real DC. Great hot dog stand and crafts vendors.
Eastern Market, a leafy, Capitol Hill neighborhood radiates from the city’s oldest remaining public market, built in 1873. Read this story by local Gene Weingarten. Read more.
Check out artisanal toppings and dressings - beyond!
New Mexico Verde salad burrito bowl is a hearty option: slow-cooked chicken, rattlesnake beans & brown rice over avocado, Mexican corn, spinach, purple cabbage, creamy chimichurri & red chile sauce.
You call it a salad, I call it a full meal!
Great macchiato. This is an excellent artisan coffeehouse
Beautiful little coffee shop nooked away in the amazing murals of Blagden Alley. A+ espresso.
Finally, I can take a quick break from missing New York.
They do a great pre fixe menu on Christmas Eve
Cut has a spectacular breakfast 🥞
In addition to an extensive high-end, curated selection of Scotch and American craft whiskies, there are also seasonal cocktails. Grab a 2-oz. pour and light up a cigar on the terrace. Read more.
Try the pork belly sliders with caramelized onions and pickles.
Can’t go wrong with any of the guacamole options. The seafood enchiladas and empanadas were solid too.
The CrabCake Tostada, Grilled Mushroom Tacos, and Wood Grilled chicken were delicious 😋
Try the ceviche, mushroom tacos. The corn cake for dessert is amazing.
Don't miss the hot donuts, the @JonWye pirate chef shirts, or all of the great, local artisans!
Get the homeade doughnuts
Tip some of those incredibly talented musicians!!
The burger here is sooo good (comes with fries) and is very shareable. The service here is excellent, much much better than the Top of the Gate.
The duck breast is very impressive. Get it in medium. The cocktail called Strawberry is good too if you like gin.
The Milkshake (consisting of vanilla, chocolate, peanut butter) and the salmon is best done here
Lovingly made in NYC, CHI, SEA & LA