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There’s so much to do in Washington DC. Sometimes it can be a bit overwhelming, including for people who live here but especially for people visiting. So we’ve started compiling our favorite locally-owned establishments, from coffee shops to restaurants.

Best Coffee Shops In DC

DC runs on coffee. Of course you can find the national brands on nearly every corner, but for the special experiences you need to check out some of the locally-owned coffee houses and roasters. Best Coffee Shops In DC >>

Best Restaurants In DC

DC has a great food scene. It really doesn’t get enough credit. It feels like a new hot restaurants is always popping up, so you’ll always have new options available. But there are a few that are reliably on another level that you must try. Best Restaurants In DC >>

Best Fast-Casual Restaurants In DC

Washington DC is a hotbed for fast-casual restaurant innovation. We have all types of cuisines and styles covered. If you’re on the go and want to grab a quick bite to eat, you have a bunch of options, but here are our favorites. Best Fast-Casual In DC >>