November 19, 2009

The Black Rooster Pub Washington, D.C.

Darts, beer, and an old-school bar menu at this D.C. institution.

  Downtown, Food & Drink, Bar Menu, Hangout

September 8, 2009

Trummer's on Main Washington, D.C.

Set in tiny Clifton, the family-owned restaurant sources Virginia ingredients for ultra-seasonal, creative dishes. Request to sit in the airy Winter Garden.

  Clifton, Food & Drink, Brunch, Private Parties

September 8, 2009

Marvin Washington, D.C.

Chicken and waffles, bistro fare, and ample beer keep this homage to Marvin Gaye hopping into the wee hours.

  14th Street, Food & Drink, Brunch, Late Night

September 8, 2009

J&G Steakhouse Washington, D.C.

High ceilings, views of the park, and a hop skip from the White House. Jean-George Vongerichten’s first foray into D.C. offers anything but your dad’s steakhouse.

  Washington Mall, Food & Drink, Private Parties

September 8, 2009

Asylum Washington, D.C.

Biker-style bar with vegan bites and occasional Jell-O wrestling.

  Adams Morgan, Food & Drink, Brunch

September 8, 2009

Room 11 Washington, D.C.

Affordable wines, panini you can eat one-handed, and cozy seating are just three reasons to visit Room 11. That’s not counting the patio and cocktail menu.

  Columbia Heights, Food & Drink, Alfresco, Brunch

September 8, 2009

PX Lounge Washington, D.C.

  Old Town, Food & Drink, Speakeasy

September 8, 2009

Columbia Firehouse Washington, D.C.

Fire in the pie hole? Casual Americana, fine chophouse fare, old-fashioned cocktails, and choice microbrews all compete for your appetite in a historic firehouse.

  Old Town, Food & Drink, Boozehound, Brunch