1. Ted's Bulletin
8.7
505 8th St SE (btwn E & G St SE), Washington, D.C.
American Restaurant · Capitol Hill · 305 tips and reviews
AskMen: This Art Deco space recalls a simpler time, when meatloaf, Sloppy Joes & grilled cheese sandwiches were enough to satisfy a hungry soul. The retro vibe is deliberate. Try the spiked Thai coffee shake. Read more.
DeChelle Harris: Grilled cheese and tomato soup is amazing!
AJ Williams: Grilled cheese n tomato soup!!! B4 I was vegan this was God sent!!
The Hill is Home: Back and better than ever after a kitchen fire in 2011. Some THIH favorites are the grilled cheese with bacon, chili cheese fries, and the burger. Read more.
Jake Smith: The Tune Inn Nachos are great for a quick snack. They are also LOADED with pulled pork and onions, so use that information wisely.
Esquire: Congratulations, you've found one of Esquire's Best Bars in America. The mounted deer heads on the wall make this dive interesting. The deer asses make it great. Read more.
3. Trusty's
7.4
1420 Pennsylvania Ave SE (btwn Potomac Ave. & 15th St. SE), Washington, D.C.
Dive Bar · Hill East · 40 tips and reviews
Kerri Forrest: Local dive bar. Best place to hang out, get a drink and play dominoes any night of the week. Get the grilled cheese but opt for fries from the Chinese place next door (ask first!)
Adam Renz: One of the most lovely dive bars in DC. Get a grilled cheese and a beer and find the indoor bus.
Sean Hennessy: Awesome spot. Well at good price and great, chill vibe.