Cheesetique

2411 Mount Vernon Ave
Alexandria, VA 22301

Rick F. writes: For all you cheese heads out there...

Can't find that beautifully stinky cheese you had on you trip to Switzerland? Better yet, want to try something totally new and wonderful while getting a cheese education?  Give the folks at Cheesetique a visit…

Artisan Confections

4815 Lee Hwy
Ste B
Arlington, VA 22207

MiRIAM w. writes: That I have been a pile of sick since returning home from a work trip to San Francisco on Saturday night did not deter my lovely Valentine. Not only was he able to overlook my incessant coughing, runny nose, messed up hair and ratty pajamas, he chose…

Urban Style Lab
Neighborhood: Dupont Circle

1341 Connecticut Ave, NW
Washington, DC 20036

Glenn B. writes: I used to be ugly.  But, now I am hot.  Thank you, Soel.  

I have the biggest phobia of getting my hair did.  I usually wait until I look like Shaggy from Scooby Doo.  But, hands down Urban Style Lab's Soel is the best in DC (if not the East Coast).…

Billy Martin's Tavern
Neighborhood: Georgetown

1264 Wisconsin Avenue NW
Washington, DC 20007

Stef W. writes: Ow!  Ow!  Ow!  These are the noises I'm making as I'm kicking myself for not having been back to Billy Martin's in so long.  I'm usually not one to make such an egregious error, but I admit it, Billy, I was wrong!

My first trip to Billy Martin's was…

The State Theatre

220 North Washington Street
Falls Church, VA 22046

Stef W. writes: I love music, but am not a huge "concert person."  I might have gotten a bit spoiled by being in the first row of Poison back in 1989 :-p.  Or, it might be that I'm just getting older and less tolerant of the crowds and noise of a large venue or the…

Polished
Neighborhood: Georgetown

1425 Wisconsin Ave NW
Washington, DC 20050

Jason C. writes: I've had to do some serious economizing lately. A crappy economy plus credit card debt plus student loans due this November means I've gotta cut back on some of the more costly things in my life. Like buying exercise equipment, working out in my…

Chutzpah Real New York Deli

12214 W Ox Road
Fairfax, VA 22030

Gayle G. writes: One of the highlights of visiting my parents a few weeks ago was there is an abundance of good, NY style delis in Boyton Beach. I suppose that is because there are a BUNCH of NY transplants down there. So, when I had a craving for a knish as good as…

South Moon Under

2800 N Clarendon Blvd
Arlington, VA 22201

Jason C. writes: I'm being really generous with that third star. Believe you me...

So I'm in Clarendon, just having finished my Genius Bar appointment at the Apple Store a few doors down. Having read some of the other comments here, and having nothing else to do…

Lincoln Park
Neighborhood: Lincoln Park

East Capitol and 11th St
Washington, DC 20003

John B. writes: Yes, this is a big dog-hangout, but I know Lincoln Park as one of the best grounds in DC for playing football-catch.  Usually there are some British people playing soccer here on Sunday afternoon, but if you wait them out, you can get a nice stretch…

Cafe Tu-O-Tu
Neighborhood: Georgetown

2816 Pennsylvania Ave NW
Washington, DC 20007

Mary Kay S. writes: New (to me) lunch place!  I've been working in G-town for over 10 years, and it doesn't take long to get reaaaaaaaaaaallllyy tired of the same old lunch places.  Yet, we continue to frequent the same old spots over and over, occasionally hitting up…

Hotel George

15 E St NW
Washington, DC 20001

Jennifer S. writes: I am a HUGE Kimpton Group fan, yes they are, by definition, a chain of hotels, but boutique hotels and nothing like the Marriott's, Hilton's and Hyatt's of the world. That being said, nothing against any of them, I've stayed in PLENTY, but if I had…

Hotel Monaco
Neighborhood: Penn Quarter

700 F Street NW
Washington, DC 20004

Jennifer S. writes: While I'm on my Kimpton Group kick I should explain that Hotel Monaco is in other cities too (like SF and Chicago and they are equally as great). The DC location is gorgeous. It's plush, contemporary, interestingly decorated and, as always, has…

Hotel Palomar
Neighborhood: Dupont Circle

2121 P Street NW
Washington, DC 20050

Connie C. writes: From the moment my taxi pulled up to the hotel when I first arrived, to the the moment my fellow Yelp ambassador picked me up after I checked out, my stay was extremely pleasant. The hospitable staff greeted me with all smiles and sent me off with…

Michel Richard Citronelle
Neighborhood: Georgetown

3000 M St NW
Washington, DC 20007

Stef W. writes: There is dinner and there is a dining experience.  
There is food and there is gourmet cuisine.  
There is a memorable meal and there is a meal that you will remember in 20 years.

Conde Nast recognized Citronelle as "one of the 50 most exciting…

Chipotle Mexican Grill Inc
Neighborhood: Dupont Circle

1629 Connecticut Ave NW
Washington, DC 20009

Jim B. writes: Not my favorite burrito place, but I still eat here like I own stock in the company. Burritos are tasty, huge and, depending on your appetite, can be stretched into two meals.

**Tips for Chipotle Virgins** - Figure out what you want before you get…

Potbelly Sandwich Works
Neighborhood: Penn Quarter

637 Indiana Ave NW
Washington, DC 20004

Ray C. writes: Okie Okie, I don't have to go on writing about how terrific Potbelly Sandwiches, cookies and shakes are... but I will anyway!  I LLLOOOVVVE the meatball on regular bread.  Try it with lettuce, onion, pickle, extra hot peppers (they'll even drain the…

Melody Record Shop
Neighborhood: Dupont Circle

1623 Connecticut Ave NW
Washington, DC 20009

Nish N. writes: I'm a huge fan of music stores, having resisted digital music for as long as possible, but Melody Records makes me think there time has come. It's a small place, decent selection of CDs, probably a better selection of DVDs actually.

For an…

Studio Theatre
Neighborhood: Logan Circle

1333 P St NW
Washington, DC 20005

Angela M. writes: I adore the Studio Theatre.  I just went to my second show there and between Studio Theatre and 2nd Stage (non-union part of Studio), the shows they turn out are nothing less than amazing.

I first saw My Children, My Africa with a couple friends of…

Nirvana

1810 K Street, NW
Washington, DC 20006

Michael H. writes: Nirvana is dark and quiet, a nice oasis from a K street bustling with the self-important and the corrupt.

The lunch buffet is $11.95, and it's great food. I like it best on Wednesdays, when the food is from South India. The dosa is a wonderful…

Arlington Farmers' Market

Intersection of N Courthouse Road and N 14th Street
Arlington, VA 22201

PC W. writes: You know me.  I don't cook.  I don't eat healthy.  I rarely go to the grocery store.  I was invited to check  out the Arlington Farmer's Market by Dian C., farmer's market enthusiast and all-around healthy eater and great cook.  I needed an excuse to…

Al's Steak House

1504 Mount Vernon Ave
Alexandria, VA 22301

Maggie B. writes: Al's makes me happy I was born. And sad that it will probably be the reason my ticker stops a'tickin'. Oh well. It's worth it.

A bunch of my friends from college are from Philly, so I've had me a few of those Phillys.  I have to say a cheesesteak from…

The Original Pancake House

7700 Wisconsin Avenue
Bethesda, MD 20814

Selby J. writes: Something wrong has happened both times I've visited this place.  Both times it was my fault.  

First time I ask for the flapjacks to be a little crisp on the edges.  [The Phoenix location has a habit of being a little underdone].  We got crispy…

Sugar
Neighborhood: Georgetown

1633 Wisconsin Ave NW
Washington, DC 20007

Gayle G. writes: Even though 99% of the time I am a proud tomboy, I do have my girlie girl moments. Sugar feeds that desire for fabulous girlie finds like a fun bag that has not only a bow accent, but a pearlized handle. There's also some adorable dresses for that…

Hillwood Museum and Gardens
Neighborhood: Van Ness/Forest Hills

4155 Linnean Ave NW
Washington, DC 20008

Heath A. writes: Who knew Grape Nuts and Bird's Eye Veggies would translate to Faberge and Cartier?

Hillwood is the estate of Cereal heiress Majorie Merriweather Post, it's located up in the Van Ness Section of town off Connecticut Ave on Upton St. just down from the…

Hoopla DC
Neighborhood: Adams Morgan

2314 18th St NW
Washington, DC 20009

J D. writes: Hoopla Traders may be my favorite shop in the history of shopping.  

Talk about a great local business.  This place supports artists, takes an active role in the community, purchases a heck of a lot of fair trade items to sell, and is run by perhaps…

Whole Foods Market
Neighborhood: Tenleytown

4530 40th St NW
Washington, DC 20016

alexis g. writes: Whole Foods is sweet. This particular Whole Foods has a large assortment of free samples. If you're in Tenleytown around lunchtime, you should just come here and snack to your heart's content. There is a good parking structure here with free parking.…

Pho King

3108 Mount Vernon Avenue
Alexandria, VA 22305

Jalyn H. writes: I've been waiting to review this place for a while, and I think we've covered this territory before in another post.  For those of you who are unfamiliar with pho (Vietnamese Beef Soup), let's get one thing straight:  it's pronounced "fuh," like in…

Tiny Jewel Box

1147 Connecticut Ave NW
Washington, DC 20036

jenn h. writes: This is the only store around that carries Cathy Waterman.  Everything is beautiful, but the CW fact alone makes me return again and again to leave nose smudges and fog marks on their glass cases.  Oh, and a little big o drool sometimes too.  They…

DC Improv

1140 Connecticut Ave NW
Washington, DC 20036

Stef W. writes: Downtown DC + Comedy = Always Lots of Laughs!

I'm actually not talking about politics here ;-).  Rather, I'm referring to the DC Improv.  I have had many a great night at the Improv over the years!

When it comes to shows, I am a seat whore!  I am one…

Juice Joint Cafe

1025 Vermont Ave NW
Washington, DC 20005

Gayle G. writes: The only reason why this spot loses a star in my world is that it isn't open weekends. Boo!

For those of you who miss Wrapworks, totally check out this place. Juice Joint always had better wraps, IMO. The sandwiches are good, and although the Joint…

Nordstrom

1400 S Hayes St
Arlington, VA 22202

Courtney R. writes: I normally don't deign to step into this palace--I am usually scrabbling at the poor girl's version (the Rack) down in Woodbridge. But frick it, it was my birthday last week. And instead of using my birthday cash on something sensible like bills or…

A&J

4316 Markham St
Ste B
Annandale, VA 22003

Kevin L. writes: I can't believe that I haven't already reviewed this place!  My mom actually brought me here for my first time earlier this year, and I've been bringing friends here ever since to share with them the wonder of this Taiwanese import restaurant of…

Arlington National Cemetery

Memorial Drive
Arlington, VA 22211

Jen S. writes: I've been to Arlington once before yet the second time had new meaning as my husband lost one of his closest buddies from the Army who was serving his third tour in Iraq and this is where he is buried.  My husband served 2 of those tours with Steve…

National Press Club

529 14th St NW
13th Floor
Washington, DC 20045

alexis g. writes: I've been here for several different types of press conferences, receptions and other work-related events. It's very pretty inside and in a convenient part of downtown. The catering here is wonderful, so if you can score a reception with an open bar…

Moorenko's Ice Cream Cafe

1359 Chain Bridge Rd
Mc Lean, VA 22101

Aaron E. writes: Organic Ice Cream? Sure why not, it's McLean.

I found their ice cream a bit more icy than creamy, but I'm not a Moorenko's hater. I'll go back, especially since they are the only game in town.

My friend commented that he found the staff pretty crappy…

Moby Dick House of Kabob

7027 Wisconsin Avenue
Bethesda, MD 20815

Tom D. writes: 3.5 stars

This was the first Moby DIck I ever ate at -- before they expanded and became a local chain.  The food is very good -- you can get a sandwich and drink for about $7.50. I love all of the meat choices -- but also have to say the veggie melt…

La Chaumiere

2813 M St NW
Washington, DC 20007

Meredith M. writes: I think that revealing my "credentials" are in order so that you can appreciate my experience and authority in what I'm about to say regarding the food at La Chaumiere:

Credentials: I have a Masters in Divinity from Vanderbilt University, I am an…

Zeffirelli Ristorante Italiano

728 Pine St
Herndon, VA 20170

Rhonda W. writes: Our very favorite local Italian dinners have been had here. Starting from our first date even till today for date night. This is a cozy restaurant with charming hosts & servers. The food is just fabulous! The veal chop is mouthwatering. A must have.…

The Awakening

1100 Ohio Dr SW
Washington, DC 20024

Jennifer S. writes: At the southern end of the park is a 5-piece sculpture of a 100' man busting out of the ground called, The Awakening. In terms of a photo opp - this one's a keeper! Run by there any given day and you are bound to see tourists (and locals) dangling…