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The Most Beautiful Art Museums in Washington, DC

Don’t be the local who takes these for granted

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Raise a Glass at One of These 10 Great DC Wine Bars

Ditch the sommelier and listen to us instead

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Bon Appétit: The 10 Best French Restaurants in Washington, DC
A renowned stay with a bottle collection to match

Check Into This Superlative Stay for Whiskey Lovers
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Grab a Cold One at These 10 DC Beer Gardens
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Treat Yourself to a Staycation at These Luxury DC Hotels

We’ve rounded up some of our favorite spots for in-town pampering

Men wearing clothes from Christopher Schafer Clothier in Washington, D.C.

Where to Buy Expertly Tailored Suiting in DC

Whether custom suiting is the norm or only for special occasions, these are the shops you can trust

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Let Work Pick Up the Tab: 10 Expense-Account Restaurants in DC

If you need to make an impression, these chef-driven establishments can help

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Where to Get the Best Burgers in DC

These 10 spots sling all types of patties, from juicy smash burgers to pimento cheese-topped flavor bombs

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The Best Coffee Shops in DC Right Now

From cold brew to cortado, here’s where to get your caffeine fix 

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Where to Go for the Best Brunch in Georgetown Right Now

Feast on French offerings or dine in a historic DC building

Green booth seats in Ellington Park Bistro

The 10 Best Date Night Restaurants in DC

These are the tables you're looking for. All you need to worry about is showing up.

Spread of Mexican food on a table at dLeña in Washington, D.C.

The 9 Best Places to Get Mexican Food in DC

From unique spins on classic dishes to traditional recipes, this list has it all

Kanpachi skipjack from Dear Sushi at Love, Makoto

The Best Sushi in Washington, DC

So many rolls, so little time

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The 10 Best Hotel Bars in DC

Don't let the tourists have these cocktail dens to themselves

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These Are the 10 Best Jazz Clubs in DC Right Now

Visit these clubs to get rid of your blues

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The 10 Best Italian Restaurants in DC Right Now

Michelin-starred standouts, longtime classics and newcomers to the scene all included

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How Glen E. Friedman Captured the Brief, Intense Life of Minor Threat

The photographer’s new book, “Just a Minor Threat,” features a raft of never-before-seen images

Colette’s Punch from Bistro Du Jour, made with Mango-Infused Vodka, Rhubarb Liqueur, Cassis, Ginger, Lemon, Bubbles

5 Great New Restaurants That Opened in DC This Fall

Everywhere to eat before the year’s end

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Here’s Where to Get Your Thanksgiving Dinner in DC

Meal planning is easier when you don’t have to cook

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Pasta dish from The Red Hen

The 10 Best Italian Restaurants in DC Right Now

Michelin-starred standouts, longtime classics and newcomers to the scene all included

Band members from Minor Threat posing for photographer Glen E. Friedman

How Glen E. Friedman Captured the Brief, Intense Life of Minor Threat

The photographer’s new book, “Just a Minor Threat,” features a raft of never-before-seen images

Colette’s Punch from Bistro Du Jour, made with Mango-Infused Vodka, Rhubarb Liqueur, Cassis, Ginger, Lemon, Bubbles

5 Great New Restaurants That Opened in DC This Fall

Everywhere to eat before the year’s end

Spread of thanksgiving sides surrounded by a cooked turkey on a table

Here’s Where to Get Your Thanksgiving Dinner in DC

Meal planning is easier when you don’t have to cook

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Is Washington, DC the Nation’s Food Hall Capital?

Another weekend, another food hall opening

Washington Wizards City Edition uniforms for 2023-2024 season

The History Behind the Wizards’ Unfairly Maligned City Edition Uniforms

If the team can't win, at least they can teach fans about D.C. history

Kevin Tien

“Chefsgiving” Is DC’s Spectacular, One-Night-Only Feast — And It’s This Weekend

RAMMY’s Chef of the Year, Kevin Tien, leads the all-star lineup

Neviana Racheva, 8, reads a book at Bold Fork Books in Washington, DC

How Bold Fork Books Became a Literary Destination

The shop offers a wide selection of cooking, baking and beverage-making books

Bilal Coulibaly #0 of the Washington Wizards dribbles the ball during the second half of their NBA game against the Toronto Raptors at Scotiabank Arena

The Wizards Home Opener Is This Halloween Weekend. Coincidence?

There’s hope in October. And fear.

A margarita and appetizer at Oyamel, which has one of the best Michelin Guide-approved happy hours in Washington, DC

DC’s Best Michelin Guide-Approved Happy Hours

These restaurants have the culinary cred — and unbelievably good specials

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It’s Tee Time for Everybody at Nats Park — So Bring Your Best (Golf) Swing to the Ballpark

Plus, 10 more DC weekend activities

The Prime Wagyu Bleu Cheese Burger from Napa Kitchen and Wine in Virginia. Here's the full recipe for the burger.

This Decadent Burger Recipe Calls for Blue Cheese-Stuffed Patties

Tyler Barbaro, culinary director at Napa Kitchen and Wine in Virginia, shares his secrets behind the dish, including bacon jam

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The Weekend DC Beer Nerds Wait for All Year Has Arrived

Snallygaster returns to Pennsylvania Ave. Not a beer person? We’ve got you covered, too.

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A Splashy Stephen Starr Project Leads DC’s Best New Restaurants

Also on tap: a White House-adjacent food hall, and sauv blanc and Cheetos

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This Is the Best Way to Sample 19 Wineries From Across Virginia

And 9 more great things to do in DC this weekend

A fried chicken sandwich from Federalist Pig, one of the best in Washington, D.C.

The 8 Best Fried Chicken Sandwiches in DC

From fast food to Michelin Bib Gourmand-worthy, we chose one in every ward