Fantastic furniture selection and great place to pick up unexpected gifts for design-savvy friends.
This absinthe bar is a replica of Olde Abinthe House in New Orleans. Loved the absinthe blanche - go from 4 - 7pm for dollar oysters.
The best shoes in the Slope. Hands down. Sadly, the owner totally creeps me out. He's not a fan of giving people personal space and can be a little much. That said, the shoe selection is on par with m
The food takes a while to come, but their veg. cook is fantastic. I almost always love the vegetable sides more than my main dish.
Boasts an all macrobiotic menu - order the organic French fries, trust me. En savoir plus .
I love going into the Paul Smith store to check out their coffee table books, Deadly Squire merch, Aalto vases, and other designy items. En savoir plus .
Anything you need to travel comfortably and stylishly under one fuselage- and the best selection of luggage tags around. En savoir plus .
The lunch box is a great value. A ridiculously good sandwich, bottle of water, a side of chips or pasta salad and a cookie. You can’t go wrong! En savoir plus .
This is the biggest little gift store in Arlington! If you need a gift for someone for just about any occasion they have it. The formula here is spot on: great gifts at great prices. En savoir plus .
Billed as Rustic American, this is a simple and simply delicious dining experience. Nana’s Sunday Dinner is definitely a treat. En savoir plus .
This is an incredible wifi, coffe and baked goods combo. The sweets are fresh daily and the late hours make this a great place to get a cupcake fix after the movies or dinner. En savoir plus .
Eighty-two artist’s studios, six galleries, two workshops and the Alexandria Archeology Museum are all housed here. Join the artists in their studios and take home a beautiful original work of art. En savoir plus .
Found inside Eastern Market this is where you will find some of the best crabcakes in DC. En savoir plus .
Hill’s Kitchen has everything for the cook and the kitchen in a lively setting. Right on Capitol Hill adjacent to the Eastern Market Metro. En savoir plus .
During the week, an amazing market with fresh food, produce and flowers. On the weekends, it transforms into a world market. En savoir plus .
Small, but if you’re here during peony season, you’ll never forget it. Try a pot of tea in the teahouse while you admire their ability to make such a small, urban space feel secluded and calm. En savoir plus .
My favorite green space in the city. Literally every turn gives you a completely different view. If you’re interested in Asian design or gardening, or just need zen, it’s a fantastic space to visit. En savoir plus .
Hang out at the super cool Doug Fir Lounge, where you can groove on the retro 70′s decor and the inevitably hot local band playing the stage. En savoir plus .
If Design Within Reach is your dream shop, and the Museum of Modern Art is your favorite place, the Jupiter is made for you. En savoir plus .
Staying at the Ace feels a lot like crashing at your hip friend’s house – in fact, you can even book rooms with shared baths, if you just can’t adjust to having a shower all to yourself. En savoir plus .
While you’re here, head next door to Kenny & Zukes for the best reuben I’ve had on the West Coast. En savoir plus .
In the lobby, you’ll be able to score a cup of Stumptown brew, souvenir pics from a vintage photobooth, and some truly fab cocktails at Clyde Common. En savoir plus .
Their breakfast and lunch fare are excellent, but don’t miss the pastries – their croissants are the best I’ve had outside of Paris. En savoir plus .
While owner Pam Zsori is working, you can browse her collection of pillows, throws, art, home accessories, letterpress cards, and hundreds of other wonderful finds. En savoir plus .
Make it a point to check out the clean, retro lighting choices from local designer Schoolhouse Electric. En savoir plus .
Every piece in the shop is the ultimate in retro, groovy goodness, right down to the perfect aluminum Christmas tree I still can’t believe I didn’t grab on my last visit. En savoir plus .
They’ll introduce you to bands you never knew you loved, and chances are, you can pick up your favorite new disc used for…well, a song. En savoir plus .
Their collection of Heath Ceramics, including several pieces exclusive to the store, and Citterio flatware alone make me wish I’d known enough to register there when I was a bride. En savoir plus .
Inside, you’ll find a classic, homey diner packed to bursting with happy locals. Whatever you order, make sure it comes with a side of pork apple sausage – it’s ridiculously good. En savoir plus .
