Great experience here on all ends. Staff incredibly friendly and working hard to get everyone's…read moreorders out quickly. Positive vibe inside the shop. The bagels were amazing. I've had the thunderbird, royal palm, and cheesy garlic bread + garlic herb schmear. All delicious but the thunderbird takes the crown with the sausage and hot honey combo. Highly recommend if you want a sandwich type bagel.

We took the recommendations of others and ordered ahead and walked over to get our order. It was…read moreprobably an hour from order to ready and they had a line out the door and down the block. Very nice staff inside cranking out the yummies. All three bagels were correct, fresh and huge. We also ordered a massive strawberry chocolate cookie that was soft and yummy on the train later. These sandwiches are priced fairly and easily big enough to share. Right across from Whole Foods. They have some good coffee options also like chai, cherry blossom, latte etc.

Convention goers - rejoice! Don't miss your opportunity to take a 1 minute walk outside the…read moreconvention center to an excellent bagel shop that serves coffee too! The shop does get very busy and there is not much seating. It's best to take the items to-go. There will also be a constant line, but I find my wait time start to finish is less than 10 minutes on most days. Their bagels are fresh daily and the egg and cheese bagels are packed full with freshly prepared ingredients. I've had their lox and scallion cream cheese many times and they will put 2x the amount of cream cheese to lox - you may want to request for them to go light on this if you like to have more balance. I would also say that for butter on bagel you might want to ask for it on the side. I say this only because the melted butter is everywhere inside the wrapper and can drip out. I love their iced coffee and the fact that they always have simple syrup on their self-serve station. It is a milder coffee which I enjoy.

We're visiting Washington, DC and found Pearl's Bagels through a Yelp search -- but the line…read moreoutside definitely caught our attention too. Now we totally get the hype. It's that good. Everything was fresh, flavorful, and clearly made with care. You can tell why it's so popular. Pro tip: order ahead on the Toast app -- we did that and were able to skip the line completely, which made things so much easier since it gets really busy. Only suggestion: would LOVE to see a jalapeño bagel added. That said, the customization options were great -- we added pickled jalapeños to the jalapeño cream cheese and some hot sauce, and it was so good. Super yummy, totally worth the hype, and we'd absolutely come back next time we're in DC.

Le Diplomate was a true class act today. Even with the place buzzing and a big event underway, the…read moreteam stayed gracious, noticed the delay in my food arrival, and automatically discounted my bill, then surprised us with a complimentary glass of champagne to honor my little party of one celebrating a career milestone. The food was delicious, the service was thoughtful, kind and top notch, and the whole experience felt genuinely special. It remains one of DC's great gems--consistently excellent and always worth celebrating. If I could give this place 10 stars I would.

Everything in this space is the greatest representation of hospitality I've ever experienced. It's…read moreall so carefully thought through. From the bread to the decorum to the cocktails to the warmth you feel as soon as you walk in. It's unmatched. The Mushroom Tart is perfection. The Foie Gra brings an actual tear to my eye. Pick an item on the menu and I would gladly order it as my last meal. As someone in the industry it's places like this that make me proud to be apart of it and the ENTIRE staff of Le Diplomate deserves a damn Nobel Peace Prize.

Stopped here after grabbing groceries nearby. This was my first time visiting Slipstream in a…read morecouple years. (I hadn't been since they moved to this location.) I had an espresso tonic and it was so refreshing. I added a bit of simple syrup. The cafe is pretty spacious and there were a lot of people working and having lunch. Baristas were friendly and my order was fulfilled quickly. There's lots of outdoor seating as well so it seems pet friendly. There was a dog inside sitting on his human's lap beside me.

This iteration of slip stream is an interesting shared space between them and a cocktail bar. The…read morecoffee is very good, prices are average but the space is very industrial feeling inside. Not my favorite spot to hang out and relax with a cup of brew

The Tuesday lunchtime farmers market at City Center is among my favorite DC weekday markets. The…read morediverse variety of a dozen vendors is impressive with a few new vendors every year. Here's the latest and greatest vendor list from 2023: Timber Pizza - Scrumptious wood-fired pizza with a pillowy soft crust. I can't count on how many fingers and toes I've had the pizza at different farmer's markets! While the lines can get long 12:30pm, you only have to wait for 15 minutes. Taco Dirty To Me: Crispy battered cauliflower tempura tacos, bursting with flavor! Bun'd' Up - Delicious fried tofu and mushroom in squishy soft bao buns topped with microgreens, scallions, and a nice creamy aioli sauce. Light and tasty! Urban+ade - Refreshing lemonade with less sugar than classic lemonade. The Sage & Tarragon is my favorite! Veg Heaven - Decadent sweet treats, the dark chocolate cookies and brownies are the best! While the cakes are moist, they aren't as tasty. Taco Loco - Giant burritos are amazing! There's a swarm of people waiting in line, so be prepared to wait 10-15 min before ordering and then another 5 min for your order! The mango and watermelon juice are refreshing. Hipp Sippin' - Cold-pressed juices and acai bowls made to order. Ravenhook Bakery - Great selection of freshly baked loaves of bread and baked goods. DMV Empanadas - They sell out fast! While the empanadas has a nice crispy hard shell and with so many flavors to choose from, they are a bit bland and overloaded with bland cheese. The Spinach and Cheese or the Bacon and Cheese didn't quite hit the spot, hubby like the Chicken. Al Volo Cucina: While I wasn't a big fan of the greasy eggplant parm subs. I wish they brought back the fresh juices (the watermelon and mango juices) were amazing! Wonderful market with plenty of delicious and diverse options to choose from. Lines start to form between 12:30-1pm, come early!

Went for lunch break , been a handful Of times since they…read morehave open for the season , The service at the booths I have came across has been A1. The ambiance of the farmers market it's nice & Lively , I decided to stop by Fat Kale , to try their items for the first time . I ended up getting the chicken curry , delicious ! Check it out for yourself !

This is a busy little sandwich shop that has a small dining area and some seating out front on the…read moresidewalk. There is metered street parking and commercial lots/garages within a reasonable walking distance from here. They serve wraps, salads, and cold and hot sandwiches. I ordered the Korean Steak Sandwich. It took them about 10 to 15 minutes to prepare my sandwich. They should use a number system for order pickups because people, including myself, had difficulty determining which order they were serving. Many of the sandwich names sounded alike. My sandwich was kind of small for the price, and it wasn't very filling. It was, however, very good. It was flavorful and packed with flavor. The service was ok. It was nothing special. They did their job and did not go beyond or be overly friendly. All in all, I would recommend checking this deli out for some really good sandwiches. They really do live up to their name, the Best Sandwich Place.

7/9/2026 - my first time here and it was excellent. I ordered the pastrami melt sandwich which…read morecame with a cut of hard boiled egg inside. I wasn't expecting it to be good but it was! A great suprise lunch and I wasn't expecting very pleased. Check it out. It was a nice size. It was about $16. The salads there looked fantastic. Next time I will order one of those. See the one photo.

This place is really great. I love the set up of a store/restaurant, it's very casual and easy to…read moreorder and dine in. I also appreciate the tables outside so that you can take your beverage of choice or meal and go sit and enjoy the weather. I ordered the Caprese sandwich. It had thick slices of mozzarella and was served with arugula as a substitute... which I thought was absolutely delicious and an upgrade. The service is always very efficient and nice. My only feedback is for more vegetarian options on the menu. Great spot and will be back!

Super tasty breakfast sandwiches in a very nice bodega-style kitchen near the Convention Center. I…read morehighly recommend the Big Boy--but make sure you grab napkins! Service is fast and kind.

Yep. If you're reading this, you should just make that reservation and go... and yes, I would…read morerecommend a reservation because this place is pop-u-lar, and I see why. The space itself is bright and airy and a bit on the noisy side. But the service was very good, and the food was served quite quickly. I've been on a shakshuka kick lately, so I opted for the the Sweet Potato Shakshuka, which is described as: Sweet Potato Curry, with Chickpeas and Sunny Eggs with a the chicken add-on - gotta get that protein in, after all. This was one of the most unique shakshukas I'd ever had... It literally tasted like a curry dish you might get at your local Indian restaurant, with a bit of a brunch flair to it. The curry itself had a wee bit of spice and was a bit sweet - but that could have been from the sweet potatoes. The chicken was served in a bowl on the side, which felt a bit... odd... I would've expected it to be incorporated into the main dish. It was kind of bland and a bit lukewarm, so I don't know that I'd order that again... but I would definitely order this again!

It's fine. Just leaves much to be desired every time for me. I've visited several times. The cider…read moreis nice in the fall. The highlight explains my overall sentiments. Take it or leave it? I'd leave it.

Great local bar with large rotating craft beer selection. Highly recommend for any beer…read moreenthusiast. They have wine and cocktails as well. They are happy to recommend beer for your taste, and let you sample. It can be very busy and difficult to get a seat at the bar or get a table on a Friday or Saturday evening. We ordered food, and were expecting elevated bar food. The tater tots were a huge disappointment- they were very large squares , bland, and not crispy. The wings were okay. The cheeseburgers were the best- from the restaurant downstairs- mallard. Huge burger, done perfectly medium.

Here's a review written as part of a visit to both Churchkey and Birch & Barley (the downstairs…read morerestaurant -- together they form the "2 Enjoy Everything" concept by Neighborhood Restaurant Group): A DC Gem That Delivers on Every Level If you haven't made it to Churchkey on 14th Street yet, move it to the top of your list. I visited as part of the full experience -- dinner downstairs at Birch & Barley, then up to Churchkey for drinks -- and honestly, it's one of the best evenings I've had in DC. Churchkey itself is everything a great bar should be. The beer selection is absolutely unreal -- hundreds of carefully curated labels spanning every style, region, and flavor profile you can imagine. What sets it apart is that the staff actually knows the menu. Our server walked us through a few options based on what we liked and landed us on perfect picks both times. That kind of genuine expertise is rare. The tavern pizzas from the wood-fired oven were a wonderful surprise -- thin, crispy, and the perfect companion to a cold draft. The smash burger also deserves a mention: simple, well-executed, and hits the spot. The vibe is warm and lively without being overwhelming. Great for a date, a group, or even just sitting at the bar solo with a good beer and good conversation with the bartender. This place has earned its reputation as one of the best beer bars on the East Coast -- and then some. Highly recommend making a full night of it with both floors. You won't regret it. Feel free to adjust the tone or add any personal details from your actual visit!​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​

Service was excellent and the staff so helpful quality ingredients cooked so we definitely be backread more

Once I heard there was a deli with a pickle bar within walking distance of our DC headquarters, I…read moreknew I had to go. My colleague who told me about this place jumped to join me for lunch. I wasn't anticipating a nice dining room to dine in, but there it was so we did. Although it was uncomfortably warm in there. Must have been something wrong with their A/C because they couldn't possibly always have it so warm, especially in the middle of summer. I ordered The Clevelander and she had The Mel. And of course we hit their awesome pickle bar! Why doesn't every deli in the universe have a pickle bar?! The sandwiches are piled high with meat and so delicious. Several complaints about mine, however: the menu said it comes with mayo and provolone. It came out with no spread at all so I was brought mayo packets to apply myself, which is way less than ideal with a huge already assembled sandwich. And the brand new server (on her second day there) came back after we ordered and asked if I wanted cheese. I mentioned I thought it listed a cheese on the menu, which she confirmed. But then I ended up getting charged extra for the cheese that my sandwich was supposed to come with. Kind of lame. And while my friend was asked if she wanted hers toasted, I was not. I didn't think twice about it until mine came out toasted, which I neither asked for or wanted. Lastly, the sandwich was also supposed to come with "fresh cranberry spread" and if there was any on my sandwich, it wasn't detectable. But I decided not to even mention it because I didn't want to deconstruct my sandwich a second time. Regardless of these hiccups, I would certainly consider returning.