Food and drink
Washington, D.C. food, drinks, and local stops
Washington, D.C. food, drinks, and local stops: start with Eastern Market, Municipal Fish Market at The Wharf, and CODE RED. Use the 31 places below to build a plan around this theme; each place has source-backed details behind its description.
31 places
Places to start with
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Eastern Market
Washington, DC's oldest continually operating public fresh food market, located in a historic 19th-century brick building in the…
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Municipal Fish Market at The Wharf
Established in 1805, the Municipal Fish Market is the oldest continuously operating fish market in the United States, offering a…
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CODE RED
A glamorous 1920s-inspired speakeasy hidden behind an unmarked door in Adams Morgan, offering immersive Prohibition-era cocktails…
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Cotton & Reed
Washington, DC's first rum distillery and cocktail bar, offering on-site production of American rums and guided tours in the Unio…
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Daru
A low-lit, modern-Indian bar and restaurant in the H Street corridor known for its creative fusion dishes and cocktails inspired…
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Denson Liquor Bar
A subterranean Art Deco lounge in Penn Quarter, evoking the glamour of the 1920s with a focus on cocktails, spirits, and a full f…
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Echostage
A world-renowned hybrid nightclub and concert hall in Washington, D.C., famous for hosting elite EDM artists and massive dance pa…
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Emissary
A Scandi-chic independent coffeehouse, bar, and cafe nestled in the historic Dupont Circle neighborhood, offering a sophisticated…
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Jack Rose Dining Saloon
A world-renowned whiskey destination in Adams Morgan, featuring a massive collection of over 2,700 expressions and a glass-enclos…
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La Colombe
A pioneer of the third wave of coffee, this Chinatown cafe offers ethical, single-origin brews in a modern urban setting.
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Madam's Organ
A legendary Adams Morgan blues bar and nightclub, Madam's Organ is renowned for its soul food and live music seven nights a week.
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Menya Hosaki
A Michelin-recognized Japanese ramen shop in Petworth, known for its humble beginnings as a pop-up and its commitment to integrit…
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Round Robin Bar
Established in 1847, the Round Robin Bar is an iconic Washington, D.C. institution located in the Willard InterContinental Hotel,…
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Service Bar
A celebrated U Street staple since 2016, Service Bar blends a laid-back atmosphere with world-class cocktails and famous fried ch…
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Silver Lyan
An award-winning subterranean cocktail bar located in the historic former vault of Riggs National Bank, featuring inventive drink…
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The Coffee Bar
A neighborhood fixture known to locals as TCB, this specialty coffee house established its roots in Washington, D.C. in 2012.
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The Green Zone
An award-winning, two-story cocktail bar in Adams Morgan celebrating Middle Eastern flavors and independent spirits through a cur…
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Tryst
A legendary Adams Morgan institution since 1998, Tryst blends a cozy coffeehouse, late-night bar, and all-day diner into one comm…
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Union Market District
A thriving historic neighborhood and culinary epicenter in Washington, D.C., featuring a massive food hall with over 50 independe…
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Zaytinya
An acclaimed Mediterranean destination by James Beard Award-winning chef José Andrés, Zaytinya serves an innovative mezze menu in…
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Big Bear Cafe
A community-focused cafe and event space in Bloomingdale, housed in a 120-year-old Victorian building featuring a lush cobbleston…
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Colada Shop
A vibrant all-day Cuban café and bar blending bold coffee, authentic hospitality, and spirited cocktails in the heart of the Loga…
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Flash
An intimate nightclub and bar in the Shaw district, Flash is a premier destination for music lovers specializing in house, techno…
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Left Door
A whimsical, vintage-inspired cocktail lounge tucked away upstairs on S Street, blending high-end mixology with a lighthearted, u…
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