Dupont Market is 100% a little neighborhood bodega, and I mean that in the best possible way. You…read morecan stop in for a few groceries you forgot or are running low on, but the real reason I love this place is the food. Their bagels are really good, and you can order ahead online, which seems to be the move if you're grabbing something and want to be in and out quickly. If you're in Dupont and want something easy, hearty, and actually good, this is such a great little spot. They also recently did a collaboration with Saku Saku Bakery, which I LOVED and resulted in me leaving with entirely too many treats. It sounds like they may continue doing things together, and I really hope they do because it was such a fun addition. The owner, or at least the main guy who always seems to be running things when I'm there, is incredibly friendly and talkative. The staff seems to rotate, but everyone I've encountered has always been willing to help. Just a really great neighborhood place that does exactly what you want a good bodega to do: feed you, sell you the random thing you forgot you needed, and make the neighborhood a little better by being there.

Dupont Market is a nice local deli that appears to be family-owned. I made my own veggie sub and…read moreall the ingredients tasted super fresh. I would recommend ordering in person rather than online if you can, because the prices are lower that way. It's tight inside but there are a few tables outside if you would like to eat in.

July 2026: I recently went back to Namak to try their new Sunday brunch with a couple of friends…read moreand enjoyed it immensely. We were seated immediately and had outstanding service from start to finish. We all shared the pikilia (sampler of all five spreads), all of which were delicious with special kudos for the labne and the muhamarra. I got the Adana for my main dish, which was outstanding. The lamb was perfectly cooked and seasoned, the sumac onions provided delicious crunch and flavor, the rice was well-done, and the lavash was the perfect accompaniment for the lamb. I also got the Turkish coffee which was solid, and split the coffee cake with a friend. While the coffee cake was fine, it tasted more like a honey or spice cake instead of a coffee cake. I look forward to my next visit to Namak! July 2024: A great addition to the Adams Morgan dining scene! My friend and I recently went here for a weekend dinner and were seated immediately at our reservation time. It was extremely busy when we initially arrived; however, after an initial service snafu (which our server apologized for), we received outstanding service with our dishes coming out in a timely manner. Namak's ambiance is lovely, with blue-and-white tiling, lots of natural light, wood tables, and Greek, Turkish, and Persian decorations. Namak automatically includes a 20 percent service charge and clearly indicates this charge on their menu and receipt, which I appreciated. Namak also has plenty of vegetarian options. My friend and I split the four dishes listed below: Kuru Patlican Dolmasi: An OK dish with well-cooked rice but there was too much salt and there was minimal flavor other than the sauce (there needed to be more sauce). Ahtapot: A phenomenal dish, Michelin-star caliber in presentation and execution, and one of my five favorite dishes I have had at a restaurant this year. The octopus was prepared and grilled perfectly-the best octopus I have ever had. The carrot puree was aesthetically stunning and provided excellent sweetness and freshness, with the pickled onions adding acidity and crunch. The greens on top added further brightness and flavor to the dish. Finally, the blue tilework on the plate below capped off a beautiful array of colors for the dish. It is worth coming to Namak just for the Ahtapot-it was that good. Ispanakli Pide-Another delicious plate, with the pide excellently baked, the right amount of fresh spinach and dill, and the perfect amount of feta to complement the other ingredients. Roasted Cauliflower-While the cauliflower was perfectly cooked, it needed a bit less salt and far more tahini, za'atar, and pomegranate seeds. I would have paid $2-3 more for the dish to make it outstanding if there had been substantial tahini and pomegranate seeds at the bottom. My friend and I split the Anatolian cheesecake for dessert. While the sour cherry compote was delicious, I was disappointed that I couldn't taste the Turkish yogurt and Greek feta. I look forward to my next visit to Namak!

It's my fault for trying restaurants that serve food that isn't spicy and full of flavor. The…read moreingredients are fresh and the service is FANTASTIC. The food is so forgettable. The pita bread was the best thing in the meal. I think we got the muhammara spread. I can't remember. The zucchini fritters were dry, the spinach was cold, and the trout was bland. However, the decor is beautiful! The bar is very romantic! My favorite cuisines are West African, East African, Caribbean, Indian, and Thai, so take my review worth a grain of salt if you don't care for those cuisines.

Great sandwich spot in Navy yard area, it's a hidden gem! Great service and overstuffed sandwiches…read moreon good bread.

I just love this place so much! The staff is so friendly and their sandwiches are so fresh. I…read morefinally tried their Thursday beef Bulgogi special and it is insanely flavorful! It's like a pound of incredibly tender beef plus rice for about $15. What a steal! They also have some beer and wine and interesting snacks for sale. Great spot! Note that this is a takeout place though, not really anywhere to sit besides the park bench out front.

Just go!!! Food-…read morepizza was deep dish and creative flavors(corn, weird and yes!). The carrots and dip was fresh. The asparagus Romesco( no nuts but sunflowers (instead) was maybe my fave. Each dish was well prepared and flavors super intentional. Drinks- our rose was the perfect color and so light and sweet. Service- everyone we interacted with was friendly, helpful, and bought into the vibe of Gemini. Vibes- almost like a European cafe, folks drinking wine and having pizza and small bites. Talking and casual and lovely. Signage- you go inside, wait on line and order your food and drinks. Then you will find a place for you to stand inside or sit outside.

so, i have mixed feelings about gemini. 1) ignoring…read moreeverything else, the food is good. it's more creative than classic. the focaccia is incredibly soft and fluffy rather than your usually crispy, slightly denser texture. the watermelon salad was simple and refreshing and i liked the spiced dressing. the pastas also tasted great, not too in your face. we got the rigatoni and the strascinati, which was a good contrast of red and green. 2) the pricing is high for the portions and a bit ridiculous given they ask for tip at the counter, the lowest being 20%, when its not even a sit down place 3) the interior is small and you need to stand and also queue. this can make the wait longer than one would like, and you basically need to wait outside because theres no space inside. 4) the staff were slightly stoic and not the most friendly when we had questions / were confused by the concept. that being said this was a particular staff member, everyone else was friendly and i've been there many times when they were super nice. i get it. it's a small place, they want to be able to maximize revenue of the place, so they charge more and no seats = higher turnover. as a business, it makes sense. as a diner, it's an unpleasant experience. but at the end of the day, it works for a girl dinner, and that's what we had!!!

Split two sandwiches with a friend-- the Birria pulled pork and Italian subs -- and while both were…read moregreat, I think the latter was my favorite of the two. Kevin took care of our group of 8 and was super friendly and helpful. I also liked the character of the place--the decor and the bigger room downstairs (felt like a lounge or speakeasy). Pizza oven only works at night, and I'd be back if I lived in DC. Lots of wine and beer options. Certainly check it out. Out door seating available.

I love this place. Great food and prices. Top picks are: curry chicken salad, tuna salad, breakfast…read moreburritos, breakfast sandwich and Sicilian pizza. Grab and go food is very good, especially for those nights you don't want to cook. So thankful to have this place in the neighborhood

Great little corner market. They usually have what you need. They have a refrigerated section, some…read morefresh foods, ice cream, beverages etc.. The operaters are friendly. The store is clean, the hours and location are great.

Friendly staff, great variety for a corner store. Clean and often has good fresh produce in…read moreaddition to pantry staples and great soft drink, beer and wine selection. Fresh pastries, coffee. Part of my regular neighborhood routine.

A hidden gem, it's a wonder it isn't as packed, service is always great, natural wine selection is…read moretop tier, cozy vibes always. A fave snacks and other niche finds.

I have a hard time writing this because I don't want it to get so popular I can't get in next time…read more But I am thrilled to have stumbled upon this gem. Nestled inside an unexpected building in Mount Pleasant, this wine bar and market leaves nothing to be desired. It's quaint, quiet and has a lovely selection of wines by the bottle or unique (albeit limited) selection by the glass. I didn't try the food but will be back.

There are restaurants, and then there are Washington Institutions. The Bombay Club is firmly in the…read morelatter category. Established in 1988 and located just a block from the White House steps from Lafayette Square, the Bombay Club has been serving presidents, world leaders, diplomats, Washingtonians and visitors for nearly four decades--and after our recent dinner, I understand its staying power. We were a table of five, and the level of service was extraordinary. The ratio of waitstaff to diners seemed almost unbelievable by today's standards. Someone was continually--and unobtrusively--checking on us, asking whether we needed anything and whether there was anything they could do to make our experience better. At one point, a waiter noticed my wine glass and actually asked whether he could top it off for me. It was gracious, old-school hospitality of the sort that has become increasingly difficult to find. And then there was the food. The palak paneer immediately caught my attention because the spinach was the brightest, freshest green I think I've ever seen in this dish. Palak paneer so often arrives a dark olive green; this was almost Kelly green and tasted every bit as fresh as it looked. In fact, freshness was one of my strongest impressions of the entire meal. The truffle naan was phenomenal and absolutely worth ordering. I also loved my signature green-chili gin and tonic, complete with a sugar rim. It was distinctive, beautifully balanced and a very clever complement to the food. By the end of dinner, all five of us were far too full to contemplate dessert, although I have to say that several of the desserts looked intriguing enough to make me regret not having another stomach available. What I appreciated most was that the Bombay Club still understands that fine dining is about more than putting excellent food on a plate. It is the room, the welcome, the attentiveness, the pacing and the almost anticipatory quality of genuinely professional service. After nearly four decades in Washington, the Bombay Club isn't resting on its reputation. Based on our experience, it is still earning it. Five stars--and very happily so.

I'm surprised to see this restaurant with 3.7 stars because the food was delicious, the service was…read morefantastic (shoutout to Lucas), and the ambiance was lovely (nice and intimate). The fried kale was delicious! It was my husband's first time trying that dish and he loved it! Everything else was yummy, my only critique was on the garlic naan bread. We wished it was a little bit more buttery (the sauce) but other than that - we loved it.