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Our local recommendations

We've handpicked our favourite local spots so you can continue exploring like a local after your experience is over.

Our top 5 most recommended restaurants / food establishments:

Most locals do eat at the food trucks. There are many to choose from on the Mall, but we all agree that ANY of the local restaurants are better quality, lower price, and just a better bet. Top 5 places to eat that you recommend:

Old Ebbitt Grill: Historical location with delicious American fare and seafood
Bistrot du Coin: This long-standing neighborhood bistro takes you to France with its authentic decor and truly amazing French cuisine
The Salt Line: The Salt Line brings New England and the Chesapeake together in Washington DC's southeast riverfront
Mama Ayesha’s: Founded by Ayesha Abraham, Mama Ayesha's opened for business in 1960 as a family owned and operated restaurant serving authentic Arabic cuisine
Rasika West End: Polished restaurant & lounge serving contemporary Indian food, wine & cocktails

Best coffee stops in the city to start your day:

La Colombe: Strives to be environmentally friendly by using sustainable packaging, they responsibly source their coffee, and create donation campaigns to support community actions
Sweet Science Coffee: Uses science to make the perfect cup of coffee. Serving a creative menu of drinks, breakfast food, and pastries, this is the place to go if you are feeling like something a little different and unique
Tryst: This local coffee shop has a homey, rustic vibe, providing you with the perfect ambiance to lounge on their sofas, study or work on their outdoor patio
Grace Street Coffee: A modern aesthetic providing a sophisticated ambiance as you drink their delicious coffee
Le Bon Cafe: Parisian style replicated cafe to feel like a French terrace and creates a fun space for the community to enjoy a delicious cup of coffee in an enjoyable ambiance

Top 5 live music / evening entertainment venues you can’t miss:

9:30 Club: Forefront of the District’s music scene since the 1980’s
The Anthem: 6,000 seat and acoustically optimized concert hall
Union Stage: Intimate setting hosting a wide range of independent acts
Pearl Street Warehouse: Cozy venue for rock, country, or blues and you’re never more than 25 feet from the stage
DC9: Small scale shows with long bar and booths with stage, and rooftop bar

Our top 3 parks to wander and relax in:

Rock Creek Park: Rock Creek Park is a vast stretch of serene, wooded trails where you can escape from politics, history, hustle, and bustle and just relax in a shaded tranquil space
Meridian Hill Park: The park is modeled after Italian Renaissance-style gardens seen across Europe, and its fountain is one of the largest cascading fountains in North America
Constitution Gardens: Comprises 50 acres of green space established as a tribute and memorial to the framers of the United States Constitution located in the heart of downtown at the National Mall

Top 3 must-do activities in the city:

Graffiti Cliffs: At the base of the Key Bridge, it is the best place to watch the sunset
Navy Yard Boardwalk: Waterfront green space and board walk, newly renovated and has a free small water park for kids and adults to escape the summertime heat
https://factba.se/biden/calendar : Great website that tracks the public schedule of the President in case you want to get a chance to catch a glimpse of him flying in Marine One, or traveling locally in a motorcade

Our favourite hidden gems:

Theodore Roosevelt Island: Memorial to the 26th president of the United States and champion of the outdoors with hiking trails, statuary, and river views.Dumbarton Oaks is a
Dumbarton Oaks: Harvard University research institute, library, museum, and garden located in Washington, DC
Decatur Terrace Steps and Fountain: Commonly called the Spanish Steps because it evokes the steps in Rome. When you reach the top it offers a splendid view. The neighborhood is called Kalorama and you can visit Woodrow Wilson's home, walk by Jeff Bezos house (next to the Wilson home), and get a peek at former President Obama's DC residence

Helpful tips while visiting:

Most Museums and Monuments are free but may require a timed pass for entry. Please lookup all the places you want to visit online before you go to be sure you have a ticket to enter
Avoid Chinatown after dark
Be prepared to walk. Most of the national mall is only accessible by sidewalks. Renting bikes a scooters are good ideas, but you will only be able to park them in a few places
Museums are generally open from 10am to 5:30pm so be sure to plan accordingly. Most people try to be the first ones in, so getting there around lunch time is your bet