Folake’s guidebook
Food scene
Highlighting some of DC's best. A few of these restaurants are in the neighborhood. A number of these restaurants are in must-visit neighborhoods.
Great Tex Mex! You can't go wrong with the fajitas and frozen margaritas
40 locals recommend
Cactus Cantina
3300 Wisconsin Ave NWGreat Tex Mex! You can't go wrong with the fajitas and frozen margaritas
Perfect spot to unwind to a glass of wine and tapas after a hectic day of sightseeing.
322 locals recommend
Barcelona Wine Bar
1622 14th St NW Perfect spot to unwind to a glass of wine and tapas after a hectic day of sightseeing.
2 Amys
3715 Macomb St NWLocal favorite! One of the best Neapolitan pizzerias in the district.
Tons of choices! Perfect for a large group. Great views of the Potomac River, in the heart of Georgetown's waterfront. One of the best brunch spots in the District
86 locals recommend
Farmers Fishers Bakers
3000 K Street NorthwestTons of choices! Perfect for a large group. Great views of the Potomac River, in the heart of Georgetown's waterfront. One of the best brunch spots in the District
Delightful treats! Must have - cupcakes. Strong rival of Georgetown Cupcakes and Red Velvet! Don't be surprised by the long queue.
141 locals recommend
Baked & Wired
1052 Thomas Jefferson St NWDelightful treats! Must have - cupcakes. Strong rival of Georgetown Cupcakes and Red Velvet! Don't be surprised by the long queue.
Great views of the monuments and Whitehouse lawn. Fun ambiance and cocktails
55 locals recommend
W Washington D.C.
515 15th St NWGreat views of the monuments and Whitehouse lawn. Fun ambiance and cocktails
Trendy Indian cuisine! The Palak chaat and Butter chicken are phenomenal.
74 locals recommend
Rasika West End
1190 New Hampshire Ave NWTrendy Indian cuisine! The Palak chaat and Butter chicken are phenomenal.
Zaytinya
701 9th St NWTrendy and delish! Total foodie haven
San Lorenzo
1316 9th St NWLocal fav. Great homemade pasta dishes in a trendy neighborhood - Shaw
Sequoia DC
3000 K St NWAmazing outdoor bar. Great views and vibe
Kith/Kin
801 Wharf St SWTrendy restaurant in the Wharf. Great cocktails and amazing burgers
When in DC, you must dine at one of Jose Andres's restaurant. One of my personal favs! Spanish tapas and great Spanish wine list. Good lunch spot when visiting the museums downtown
82 locals recommend
Jaleo
480 7th St NWWhen in DC, you must dine at one of Jose Andres's restaurant. One of my personal favs! Spanish tapas and great Spanish wine list. Good lunch spot when visiting the museums downtown
Tail Up Goat
1827 Adams Mill Rd NWFantastic culinary experience in Adams Morgan
Tryst
2459 18th St NWA local favorite - great people watching, good coffee, and pastries
Le Diplomate
1601 14th St NWGreat brunch spot. The selection of French staples.
My personal favorite - Indian street food! Good and easy brunch option (walkable from the house)
12 locals recommend
Bindaas Cleveland Park
3309 Connecticut Ave NWMy personal favorite - Indian street food! Good and easy brunch option (walkable from the house)
Great Asian Fusion. Next to the Newseum. A little pricey but worth it!
9 locals recommend
The Source by Wolfgang Puck
575 Pennsylvania Avenue NWGreat Asian Fusion. Next to the Newseum. A little pricey but worth it!
Perry's Restaurant
1811 Columbia Rd NWGood sushi and great views from the rooftop bar
Best croissant and quiche on Wisconsin Ave. Great breakfast spot. Casual and close to Georgetown.
12 locals recommend
Fresh Baguette
4919 Bethesda AveBest croissant and quiche on Wisconsin Ave. Great breakfast spot. Casual and close to Georgetown.
Local favorite. Great coffee and nice space to regroup from sightseeing.
174 locals recommend
Compass Coffee
1535 7th St NWLocal favorite. Great coffee and nice space to regroup from sightseeing.
Amazing Gelato! Must visit, especially on a hot summer day.
72 locals recommend
Dolcezza Gelato & Coffee
1418 14th St NWAmazing Gelato! Must visit, especially on a hot summer day.
Neighborhoods
Quaint and vibrant. Waterfront with great views of DC and Rosslyn, VA. Great shopping and restaurant options.
664 locals recommend
Georgetown
Quaint and vibrant. Waterfront with great views of DC and Rosslyn, VA. Great shopping and restaurant options.
Fun and quirky! You have a good number of bars and restaurants. The neighborhood is great for a good night out.
287 locals recommend
Adams Morgan
Fun and quirky! You have a good number of bars and restaurants. The neighborhood is great for a good night out.
Soulful yet ever changing! New places seem to pop up on 14th street. Including great restaurants, wine shops, and coffee shops. 14th Street is close to U street and part of Dupont Circle.
16 locals recommend
14th Street Northwest
14th Street NorthwestSoulful yet ever changing! New places seem to pop up on 14th street. Including great restaurants, wine shops, and coffee shops. 14th Street is close to U street and part of Dupont Circle.
Waterfront development. Great indoor/outdoor bars and good restaurant selection
58 locals recommend
Wharf Street Southwest
Wharf Street SouthwestWaterfront development. Great indoor/outdoor bars and good restaurant selection
Sightseeing
Quaint and vibrant. A good number of local and established shops and restaurants. Great farmer's market on Sundays. A good place to find and sample DC's finest delicacies.
301 locals recommend
Dupont Circle
Quaint and vibrant. A good number of local and established shops and restaurants. Great farmer's market on Sundays. A good place to find and sample DC's finest delicacies.