Approved to be built in 2001. Cost was $621 million. Opened in December 2008. 580,000 sq. ft. (larger than the Capitol itself).
Just walk up to the truck & order the best -- & most creative -- overstuffed pastries in the District. Feel like some pulled pork? Some meatballs-in-marinara-sauce? Well, they have it, so go get it. En savoir plus .
Exactly what a blue bar should look like, this "western style" bar features live music and has multiple floors. Great culture, this is a go-to place
The museum is run by Tim Arnold, a veteran arcade operator who ran "Pinball Pete's" in Lansing, Michigan. Fully staffed by volunteers, excess revenues are donated to the Salvation Army.
Founded in 1965, Blues Alley is the nation's oldest continuing jazz supper club, having showcased internationally renowned concert hall artists such as Dizzy Gillespie, Sarah Vaughan, & Nancy Wilson.
Get the french onion soup and a cheap bud draft. Relax in the beautiful divey pub with great music, ac, and politicos
It’s more than a cocktail lounge -- the place has a full menu and beers on tap. Should you need a cocktail, though, Dirty Martini can deliver, including with its namesake drink. En savoir plus .
This cable ferry is the only one operating on the Potomac River. It is named after Confederate General Jubal A. Early. Call ahead, ice or heavy rain can close the ferry.
Make sure to venture off to the dessert area. The cake donut was actually pretty good. I really liked the salmon. If you stay at MGM ask for a comp!
Sat in the front row, definitely one of the scariest (and funnest!) rides I've been on in a while.
A little too restaurant-y than I usually go. But the bar that runs the full length of the interior makes for a great spot to drink on the weekdays or pregame before heading out to the U street area.
More than 500 pieces comprise the permanent collection of Andy’s multimedia art here. Peruse “Pop,” but be warned, you may never see a sign the same way again. En savoir plus .
Best mozzarella sticks in the city, but they're only available at brunch. Handmade and panko breaded...and they're the size of Twinkies.
Interplanetary abstract. Urban decay. The Anti-Vegas. Double Down is indeed a clubhouse for the lunatic fringe.
Sweet Potato Fries and Eggplant Fries with Cabernet Burger at Adega Wine Cellar - do it - do it! En savoir plus .
