Stacey’s guidebook
Food scene
Simple counter-serve joint serving ribs, pulled pork & sides like black-eyed peas & collard greens.
12 locals recommend
Kenny's BBQ Smokehouse
732 Maryland Ave NESimple counter-serve joint serving ribs, pulled pork & sides like black-eyed peas & collard greens.
Offshoot of the historic spot that's famous for its spicy hot dogs, chili-cheese fries & milkshakes.
84 locals recommend
Ben's Chili Bowl
1001 H St NEOffshoot of the historic spot that's famous for its spicy hot dogs, chili-cheese fries & milkshakes.
Choong Man Chicken And Seafood
1125 H Street NortheastCoffee Shop
Espresso drinks & light fare are the draw at this quaint neighborhood shop with a comfortable vibe.
43 locals recommend
Jacob's Coffee House
401 8th St NEEspresso drinks & light fare are the draw at this quaint neighborhood shop with a comfortable vibe.
Nightlife
Relaxed hangout featuring draft beer & drinks with gourmet bar fare like Korean wings & grinders.
16 locals recommend
The Haymaker Bar
1015 H St NERelaxed hangout featuring draft beer & drinks with gourmet bar fare like Korean wings & grinders.
Wines by the glass & nibbles like charcuterie in a rustic-chic space with a date-night vibe.
54 locals recommend
The Pursuit Wine Bar
1025 H Street NortheastWines by the glass & nibbles like charcuterie in a rustic-chic space with a date-night vibe.
Lively, easygoing Irish pub with a bar menu, including burgers, wings & more, plus televised sports.
16 locals recommend
Duffy's Irish Pub
2153 P Street NorthwestLively, easygoing Irish pub with a bar menu, including burgers, wings & more, plus televised sports.
Park
Man-made island in the Anacostia River offering rustic trails & an annual bluegrass festival.
21 locals recommend
Kingman And Heritage Islands Park
575 Oklahoma Ave NEMan-made island in the Anacostia River offering rustic trails & an annual bluegrass festival.
Essentials
Union Kitchen spin-off with lunch counter selling food incubator's items, plus groceries & produce.
38 locals recommend
Union Kitchen Grocery
538 3rd St NEUnion Kitchen spin-off with lunch counter selling food incubator's items, plus groceries & produce.