Submitted by blvr t3_yalhf1 in washingtondc
Restaurants, parks, historic sites, etc?
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sureyeahdude t1_itbqp0w wrote
The Aquatic Gardens and Anacostia River Trail
GenericReditAccount t1_itbqtyw wrote
Dumbarton Oaks garden and the park behind it
Not enough people know Green Almond Pantry relocated into the food hall on Grace Street a few years ago. They had to decrease their hours bc they weren’t busy enough in the evenings.
Neither-Copy785 t1_itbs77s wrote
The Franciscan Monastery Gardens in Brookland. Absolutely beautiful!
solidrecommendations t1_itbtk21 wrote
saggyboogs t1_itbzep2 wrote
My neighbors. They’re the best.
ChipKellysShoeStore t1_itc0zx0 wrote
Dan’s cafe
9throwawayDERP t1_itc29nv wrote
The parks in upper NW. Battery Kimble, Klingle, Res 630, Soapstone, Dunburton/Montrose, and Glover Park.
Most people in DC may seem to barely know about them, even though some of them abut 10 story condos. But they are gorgeous, especially right now in the fall and are usually pretty empty.
Cool_Story_Bra t1_itc3a9i wrote
Ok but kinda true for the H street one. Nobody does talk about that and it’s the best option for late night after bar food in the area.
stache_twista t1_itc4hn0 wrote
La Coop Coffee
Gomalago26 t1_itc5aj6 wrote
Came to say this! Don’t tell no one. Lol
DrunkWoodchuck t1_itc7oky wrote
Huacatay (Edgewood) and Yangs Market (Eckington).
msmith1994 t1_itc9t3l wrote
Also Murry and Paul’s! Cash only diner that’s been around since the 60s.
ajdigregorio t1_itcaay2 wrote
meats and foods (bloomingdale)
always blows my mind that there are people that haven’t been.
thefocusissharp t1_itcaw4n wrote
Nice try
JosuetheBear t1_itcawdy wrote
There’s a levy I like near me.
the__rural__juror t1_itcbkld wrote
Primrose's Happy Hour burger
Glenwood Cemetery
the gym at the Edgewood Rec Center!
manillafolda t1_itcbva3 wrote
BloomBars, Odd Provisions, and the Columbia Heights Green community garden
NavyYardBro t1_itccm5a wrote
Broad Branch Market
ih8t314 t1_itcg2kw wrote
I’m in Burrville - so Marvin Gaye trail
djexploit t1_itchsw8 wrote
stop. the dead horse is dead
BansheeLoveTriangle t1_itcjfhf wrote
What times of the year are aquatic gardens worth the visit?
IAmBoodle t1_itcjit7 wrote
Those cheese fries 🤘🏻
Capitol_Limited t1_itcjjh3 wrote
I remember when Yang’s was just a regular corner store that we would terrorize after HS on our way to the G8
IAmBoodle t1_itcjlqm wrote
The chipotle chicken sandwich is one of the best I’ve ever had and the chicken salad is incredible.
djexploit t1_itck6iw wrote
The chicken tenders are surprisingly good!
exoticmatter421 t1_itclzqv wrote
Subbs by Carl in Brookland.
The place is a total dive but the subs are awesome and Carl is an amazing human, it’s normally packed for lunch.
exoticmatter421 t1_itcm589 wrote
Spring and Fall. Go now, I’m sure it will be wonderful.
exoticmatter421 t1_itcm8cr wrote
The line is normally out the door!
sureyeahdude t1_itcmjzy wrote
During the lotus bloom in July they are the best but they are great right now and in spring and pretty much always. A true gem.
slutbag69420 t1_itcnd7t wrote
McClellan’s Retreat is a great cocktail bar, club hell is a great jazz bar, red derby is a great dive bar. All a little under the radar, especially club hell
Amateursamurai429 t1_itcsa95 wrote
Columbia Heights -Mi Casita Taqueria, Elizabeth Pupuseria and Dely, Lymans Tavern, Rue Cafe.
ghdawg6197 t1_itcsbix wrote
Until it closed, Pan Am market in Mt Pleasant. Great Indian food from a nice old lady in a convenience store. Nowadays? Probably Addis Paris cafe. The French toast is crazy.
LeektheGeek t1_itcthmz wrote
Hahaha not falling for this, Tiktokker!
Al_Bert94 t1_itd0t4i wrote
Siam house is 🔥
BeholdAComment t1_itd2ffx wrote
Stop telling others
9throwawayDERP t1_itd4lhk wrote
Best Thai in NW.
kittengr t1_itdcjbv wrote
And San Antonio grill! Best lomo saltado in the city.
TelemachusTook t1_itddbxr wrote
Spring and fall are great times to go. Try to go in the morning to avoid crowds and you will find nothing but really nice elderly people who are passionate about using telescopic lenses to take pictures of dragonflies.
The marsh area is especially nice. There is quite a lot of wildlife, so if there is a child in your life who is interested in turtles, I’d definitely recommend.
DC8008008 t1_itdf2s2 wrote
yeah nobody knows about this
DCXPA t1_itdfdsp wrote
Second odd provisions. Some unique stuff and not too expensive. Plus they have rice balls.
DoesGiggyIsDead t1_itdmll1 wrote
Warm French baguette. 😍
Neither-Copy785 t1_itdoupy wrote
Is that place good? We have been thinking about checking it out but it always looks deserted which makes me nervous!
kittengr t1_itdp9mv wrote
It’s fabulous! It’s usually busy but it’s pretty big so that might be why you think it looks deserted. Also the windows are weird. I’d travel across the city for it. Fortunately it’s 3 mins walk 😂
norakb123 t1_itdqpk8 wrote
lol! You could always answer Wonderland Ballroom like that one hidden gem video a TTer did!
webbmoncure t1_itdwe1u wrote
Fort DuPont park trails for legit mountain biking in DC.
Separate-Landscape48 t1_itdy6ze wrote
The 7/11 where people get routinely mugged on my block is dope when I roll in at 3am they’ll usually make me a fresh pizza while I drink my slushie
Sluzhbenik t1_itdzf9t wrote
Downvote to keep it secret
GlobalTradeBro t1_ite20b4 wrote
Nope - that’s Thai Pad
mmeeplechase t1_ite2r7o wrote
Bishop’s Garden on the Cathedral campus is super pretty and great for cozying up with a book or sketch pad.
9throwawayDERP t1_ite379k wrote
> Thai Pad
Nah. Little Serow is second. Beau Thai in Mt Pleasant gets third. Thai Pad is good, but not great. Not a fan of Paragon. Still haven't tried the new one on Calvert. Mai Thai has gone seriously downhill. Soi 38 tries too hard, but isn't bad. Thai Chef is good and may displace Beau Thai for third.
But yeah, I like my thai food.
MortimerAdler t1_ite6smt wrote
I finally made my way over to Dumbarton Oaks and was kind of disappointed that there was an entry fee at the garden gate. Did I go to the wrong place?
sabre252 t1_iteaz6x wrote
Amazing f’ing pizza.
thenewjs713 t1_ited3pv wrote
Lots of Green Space in Brightwood
swantonsoup t1_itedluy wrote
its so hard to order on their website
mastakebob t1_itee5um wrote
I just don't get why they're closed on Sundays.
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rafdaman15 t1_itegzt7 wrote
There’s no park there. Everyone kindly disregard that comment.
rafdaman15 t1_iteh7tg wrote
The pinnacle apartment complex in NE.
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NPRjunkieDC t1_iteiwu5 wrote
Red Derby has great reviews! The other 2 are steps from me
dcistoodamnhot t1_itejvrg wrote
My favorite DC breakfast and basically the only reason I keep cash on hand.
dinosaurroom t1_itektax wrote
Me; I’m a damn treasure.
mastakebob t1_itelg7j wrote
Jimmy Valentine's Lonely Hearts Club
Unsigned dive-y bar on Bladensburg in Carver Langston, surprising good beer selection. Same owner as Lil Ms Whiskeys.
MLSing t1_itelsyj wrote
10/10 name too! Plenty of reasons to try it
NPRjunkieDC t1_item0wi wrote
Just checked their menu and lots of tasty vegetarian options
NPRjunkieDC t1_item74d wrote
Tons of reviews (227) on Google
reborndead t1_itenu8v wrote
the museum has an entry fee. there's a park in the rear that is open to the public
heels_n_skirt t1_iteo43w wrote
Brookside garden, Paul Kee and Costco
GenericReditAccount t1_iteonwr wrote
The garden and house have an entry fee if $7. You can also get a season pass, which is a good deal if you go multiple times a year (we do).
The park/woods behind are free to access though, and have nice walking paths along a brook. Very pretty, especially in the Spring.
BirdLawyerPerson t1_iter8jk wrote
McClellans Retreat has a fantastic selection of great whiskeys. Great place to drink whiskey or cocktails.
neil_va t1_itey9md wrote
Ah I used to use McClellan's as a date place when I worked closer to that area.
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lmurp t1_itf6ndn wrote
His account makes my blood boil
reivax t1_itf8c9w wrote
Also Huacatay.
desiderata76 t1_itfg9my wrote
No auto auction = No MGM I think
Alex3M3TI8 t1_itgbth6 wrote
Love Showtime. They also opened a sister bar around the corner from me in Brightwood called Neptune Lounge. Great bar.
blissfully_chilling t1_itgp9ya wrote
Grill from Ipanema on Columbia Road NW - food absolutely slaps and portions are huge.
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awaymsg t1_itjgw98 wrote
Their happy hour is pretty generous. I think it's like $5 well drinks and select drafts. They also have sandwiches in the $8 range that come with a bag of chips, and their more substantial food is still less than $15. The place is never that busy, but lively enough that it doesn't seem empty or awkward. They also have games, pool tables, and I think ping pong?
kcdc25 t1_itbk5mg wrote
Crispus Attucks park