Issue N o 6

D/CITY
W H A T ’ S N E W, W H A T ’ S N O W, W H A T ’ S N E X T
ISSUE No.6
Can you keep a secret? How about dozens of them? Welcome to the first-ever
Secret Issue of D/CITY, where we’ll uncover and share some of the mysteries
and riddles of life in Washington D.C. And pssst: Be sure to read this issue
carefully, as we’ve hidden some dolorpit amet pretty awesome secrets inside.
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Getting in top shape requires hard
work, but thankfully, the instructors
at the new 305 Fitness studio (1630
14th Street NW; 646.480.2459)
know
that work and play go
hand-in-hand. At Washington’s first
location for the wildly popular fitness
movement, you’ll perform highintensity, dance-inspired routines
while a local DJ spins
nightclub-worthy tunes.
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If you’re avoiding carbs, you’ll
want to detour around 7th Street
NW – the newly opened Uprising
Muffin Company ( 1817 7th Street
NW; 202.290.1196) will test your
willpower when
it
comes to baked goods. The menu
includes flavors like cranberry-orange
and blueberry streusel, with a few
rotating special additions each day.
All things considered, why bother
resisting?
D/CITY EATS
SECRET
Fans of global street food and cheap
eats have long known
that Adams Morgan’s Amsterdam
Falafelshop is the best of both
worlds. Now, thanks to a new 14th
Street location (1830 14th Street
NW; 202.232.6200) , you can satisfy
that craving for crispy, crunchy falafel
on your home turf.
Get your fashion fix & more
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Depending on who you ask, the secret to amazing
personal style ranges from really spectacular accessories to a certain je ne sais quoi that
only a lucky few (and mostly French) individuals possess. To get to the heart of the matter,
we asked these super-chic locals to share their
most treasured
tidbits of sartorial wisdom.
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you have what it takes to be
featured in the next issue,
we’d love to feature your
oh-so-up-to-the-minute
fashion sense. It’s okay to be
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There’s no denying it: Personal style is intriguing,
intoxicating, and endlessly debatable. For proof,
look to the thousands of blogs, websites, and
Instagram
accounts dedicated to
it. Part of the reason we’re all so obsessed with
personal style? The fact that it’s so deeply, truly
personal. Here, some of Washington’s bestdressed denizens let us in on what makes their
individual style sing.
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YO U R G U I D E TO P E R F EC T PAG E-T U R N E R S
“BEST PLACE FOR
THE SUNSET IS
THE EXERCISE STEPS
BEHIND THE
LINCOLN MEMORIAL.”
Columbia Heights, there’s an alley off the
1000 block of Irving Street NW, where you see a
JC Auto & Frame Repair Shop (I don’t think it’s in
business anymore) that has a number of the coolest
murals in the city, including Chuck Brown
and MCA of The Beastie Boys.
HOSTS JAZZ IN THE
GARDEN EVERY
FRIDAY FROM MAY TO
SEPTEMBER. GREAT
MUSICAL EVENT
FOR FREE!
”
@DEREKTORSANI
VIA TWITTER
WHAT’S
YOUR
FAVORITE
SECRET
SPOT IN
D.C.?
...
Meridian International Center
and the Textile Museum have lovely
English manor-style gardens. It feels
like something out of Brideshead
Revisited or like the children’s book
The Secret Garden. Little slice of
Old World Euro charm amid the
hustle and bustle of D.C.
Retail shop for
@13thStMeats is almost
open, but you can
still order handmade
sausages via email.
Best in the District!
@BENMAHLERDC
VIA TWITTER
How you choose to while away your private hours is your own prerogative—but for our part, we love nothing more than to settle in
with a good book. Here, a handful of Washington bookworms offer up their picks for brilliant end-of-summer reads.
@JENNRIGHTMEOW VIA INSTAGRAM
@MELODYINFOCUS
VIA INSTAGRAM
THE NATIONAL
“GALLERY
OF ART
BOOK’EM
Meridian Hill Park
is a gem many people
don’t know about
unless they live nearby.
It’s a beautiful place to
relax or be active with
an interesting history!
My dad even said his
parents brought him to
play there when he was
a child, so it’s cool to
be able to go there now
myself so many
years later.
ASTONISH ME
LES LIAISONS
DANGEREUSES
“Maggie is a buddy of mine,
& I love to support females
kicking ass & taking names!”
– Meg Biram
by Pierre Choderlos de Laclos
“On my commute, I’m reading
Les Liaisons Dangereuses to
escape the time and space
of public transportation.”
– Katerina Herodotou
JUST KIDS
by Patti Smith
“I’m planning on reading Just Kids this
summer. I’ve heard it’s beautifully written,
and who wouldn't want to live vicariously
through a punk-rock icon in gritty 1960s /
1970s New York?”
– Teresa Tobat
by Paul Theroux
“Summer is about escaping. Without moving an inch, I get to travel
hundreds of miles through Africa
by train, bush taxi, and an armed
convoy.” – Katalina Mayorga
“I’m looking forward to reading
Dune this summer. It’s a Hugo
Award-winning cult classic
and since I love the movie
so much, it's time to read
the book finally!”
– Alejandra Owens
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• PICA TACO •
• DC9 •
1406 Florida Avenue NW
(202) 518-6820
1940 9th Street NW
(202) 483-5000
At this under-the-radar
Mexican spot, you can choose
from a substantial menu of tacos,
enchiladas, burritos, tortas, and
more. Oh, and there’s breakfast,
too, in case you’re hankering for
huevos rancheros.
With a quirky-cool mix
of local and national acts,
DC9 has been fueling
late-night dance sessions
since 2004. Have a drink
on the roof or descend to
the snug basement bar for
a more up-close-andpersonal experience.
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• 1905 BISTRO & BAR •
@WONDERWAZZ
VIA INSTAGRAM
@LOULOULIU83
VIA INSTAGRAM
1905 9th Street NW; (202) 332-1905
Think you’ve found the best rooftop bar in the city? If you haven’t
been to the top of 1905, think again. Inside this tucked-away
rowhouse is one of the neighborhood’s coolest, most low-key bars,
and the quiet, secluded roof deck is hard to beat.
@ABGT_13
VIA INSTAGRAM
DARK STAR SAFARI
Glitz and glamour have their place – and there’s no shortage of posh hangouts in this ’hood.
But what about those comforting haunts that feel more hole-in-the-wall than haute-cuisine?
Here, your go-to guide for dive bars and down-to-earth eateries.
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Corner of 16th & Corcoran [Street NW] has a huge house
that’s always nicely decorated; their Halloween display
is great! TCB is the best coffee bar off the beaten path.
Corcoran is the easiest street to find parking if you go out
in the area. Hank’s Oyster Bar: half-price raw bar items
[from] 10 pm-close every night!
by Frank Herbert
HIDDEN TREASURES
CHRISTINA LORA
VIA FACEBOOK
“BEST
QUIET SPOT
TO RELAX WITH
A BOOK: SPANISH
STEPS AT 22ND
& S STREET NW IN
KALORAMA.”
DUNE
by Maggie Shipstead
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• GREAT WALL •
SZECHUAN HOUSE
1527 14th Street NW
(202) 797-8888
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• FAST GOURMET •
• FLORIDA AVE •
GRILL
2
• VELVET LOUNGE •
915 U Street NW
(202) 462-3213
A D.C. institution for live
music, good drinks, and a nofrills atmosphere. Plan your visit
around the weekly and monthly
DJ nights, or shell out $8 to see
the main act (and usually
two or three openers).
1400 W Street NW
(202) 448-9217
A neighborhood institution
for satisfying late-night
cravings, Fast Gourmet is fast
approaching cult status when
it comes to cheap eats (and
unusual locations). Get there
before 3 a.m. and try any of
the sandwiches, especially
the legendary chivito.
A must-visit for fans of
authentic Chinese cuisine,
Great Wall has been
cultivating a devoted foodie
following for years.
1100 Florida Avenue NW
(202) 265-1586
The neighborhood’s ultimate
greasy-spoon has been serving
up comforting soul food (and
hangover-curing breakfasts)
since 1944. Whether you opt
for a plate of buttery biscuits
or something more hearty, like a
half-smoke and collard greens,
you can’t go wrong.
BE
ADVISED:
SPICY IS
THE
NAME OF
THE GAME
HERE.
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• SOLLY’S U ST •
TAVERN
1942 11th Street NW
(202) 232-6590
One of Solly’s biggest
draws is the weekly
Kostume Karaoke event on
Thursdays, so bring your
own costume (or borrow a
getup from the venue) and
belt it out on stage in front
of strangers. If singing isn’t
your thing, there’s also a
charity trivia competition
on Wednesdays and live
music on Fridays.
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A cold brew and some BBQ are
musts before (or after) a show at
the nearby 9:30 Club. Add an
outdoor patio to the mix & you’ll
swear you're in Austin.
The perfect after-hours spot when
you’re done catching a show at the
9:30 Club next door. Take in the
kitschy 60s sci-fi decor, booming
rap soundtrack, and boozy shakes.
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A new D.C. venture for Michael
Shlow, Tico offers up American
food with Spanish, Mexican, and
South African influences.
SATELLITE ROOM
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2047 9TH ST NW | (202) 506-2496
917 V ST NW | (202) 758-3562
TICO
1926 14TH ST NW | (202) 319-1400
AMERICAN ICE CO.
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Locals know the drill: Add your name
to the list, grab a drink nearby, and
head back later for some of the most
creative cocktails in the city.
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Arguably one of the city's best rooftop
bars is stationed on top of 1905 Bistro
& Bar. Pick a breezy weekend and
camp out here with some refreshing
drinks (and a little SPF).
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Edgy, fashion-forward men’s and
women’s clothing and accessories
with a downtown feel. The rusticmeets-artsy interior matches the
store's sensibility.
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1809 14TH ST NW | (202) 588-7311
Ready to clean out your closet? Take
those chic castoffs to Current, where
you can browse secondhand styles.
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The highlight here is a menu that
crisscrosses the globe, with dishes
inspired by the owners’ trips to
Morocco, Spain, Brazil, and other
far-flung locales.
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AMSTERDAM
FALAFELSHOP
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DARRYL CARTER
This refined interior design studio
was lovingly transformed from a
pre-Civil War carriage house. One
of the most picturesque stores in
all of D.C.
The Adams Morgan institution has
expanded – take the DIY approach
to your falafel with a well-stocked
toppings bar.
Specializing exclusively in
cocktails and desserts, this Logan
Circle spot is a guaranteed winner
for date night.
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Inspired by the silent-movie star,
Chaplin is the newest venture from
brothers Ari and Micah Wilder. Expect
dumplings, ramen, family-style roasts,
and a menu of curious cocktails.
1314 9TH ST NW | (202) 319-1086
The perfect lunchtime spot for
taking a culinary trip around the
world, with sandwiches inspired by
the great cities of every continent.
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Table is proof that sustainability
can be delicious. On chef Frederik
de Pue’s handmade menus, you’ll
find entrees like bison hanger steak
with wheatberries or seasonal
mushroom risotto.
74DC9
1940 9th St NW
(202) 483-5000
Live Music/Rock
81 Howard Theatre
620 T St NW
(202) 803-2899
Live Music/R&B
SHOPPING &
SERVICES
1 Palace 5ive
2216 14th St NW
(202) 299-9008
Skate Shop
2Federal
2216 14th St NW
(202) 518-3375
Men’s Fashion
LA COLOMBE
8 Dr. K Vintage
1534 U St NW
(202) 506-1817
Vintage Clothing
Finding these Philadelphia-based
coffee roasters in Blagden Alley can
be tricky at first, but judging by the
happy crowd, the location is not
exactly a well-kept secret.
9 Ginger Root
1530 U St NW
(202) 567-7668
Vintage
THE PASSENGER
One of the city’s most talked-about
bars, The Passenger lives up to its
reputation as an anchor of hip D.C.
Get your fix of habanero-infused
bitters here.
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All of the details have been taken care
of in this fresh men’s barbershop, and
the complimentary coffee is delicious.
1021 7TH ST NW | (202) 393-0220
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63 Bohemian Caverns
2001 11th St NW
(202) 299-0800
Live Music/Jazz
10Millennium
1528 U St NW #B
(202) 483-1218
Furniture Store
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Food & Drink
818 RHODE ISL AND AVE NW;
(202) 332-0200
924 N ST NW | (202) 289-4850
CHAPLIN
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Need a new watering hole? Head to
this spot from Kushi owner Darren
Norris, and drown your sorrows in a
Brooklyn Lager and a round of pool.
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HELL’S BOTTOM
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1410 14TH ST NW | (202) 800-8130
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62 U Street Music Hall
1115 U St NW
(202) 588-1880
Live Music/Dance
With fresh-baked muffins, savory
treats, and plentiful locally-roasted
coffee, Uprising can cure your case of
the Mondays in no time flat.
903 N ST NW | (202) 588-5200
O ST RE E T
58 Studio Theatre
1501 14th St NW #3
(202) 232-7267
Performing Arts
70 Velvet Lounge
915 U St NW
(202) 462-3213
Live Music/Rock
TABLE
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56 Hemphill Fine Arts
1515 14th St NW #300
(202) 234-5601
20th Century Fine Art
UPRISING MUFFIN
COMPANY
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BLACK WHISKEY
Shopping & Services
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53 Gallery Plan B
1530 14th St NW #A
(202) 234-2711
Art Gallery
67 9:30 Club
815 V Street NW
(202) 265-0930
Live Music/Rock
1320 9TH ST NW | (202) 234-5926
1830 14TH ST NW | (202) 232-6200
1401 R ST NW | (202) 234-0400
Arts & Music
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Now ensconced in the old
Wonderbread Factory, this workspace
collective offers a taste of startup
culture to freelancers looking for a
communal work environment.
1817 7TH ST NW | (202) 290-1196
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641 S ST NW
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Inspired by the Clash song of the
same name, this Spanish-influenced
bar and restaurant is centered on
sherry and local ham.
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1905 9TH ST NW | (202) 332-1905
This fantastic women’s hair salon is
regularly featured in Elle’s list of top
100 salons in the country. Check out
their new digs on 14th Street.
28 Source Theatre
1835 14th St NW
(202) 204-7800
Performing Arts
1843 7TH ST NW | (202) 316-9396
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1905 BISTRO & BAR
1831 14TH ST NW | (202) 879-7797
Rolling Stone recently ranked 9:30
as the number one “big room” music
venue in America. We're inclined
to agree: The mix of local pride and
international talent is amazing.
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This combination restaurant/bar/
lounge offers a solid happy hour and
Sunday brunch, as well as a rooftop
patio and second-floor lounge where
local DJs keep the party going late.
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35 Black Cat
1811 14th St NW
(202) 667-4490
Live Music/Indie Rock
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9:30 CLUB
815 V ST NW | (202) 265-0930
V ST RE E T
AS DEVELOPMENT SURGES FORWARD ALONG 7TH AND 9TH
STREETS, THE LOGAN CIRCLE AND SHAW NEIGHBORHOODS
ARE TRANSFORMING INTO THE CITY’S HOTTEST DESTINATIONS.
THE BEST WAY TO ENJOY ALL THIS ’HOOD HAS TO OFFER?
FAMILIARIZE YOURSELF WITH ALL THE MUST-VISIT SPOTS ON
OUR NOT-SO-SECRET TREASURE MAP.
11 Legendary Beast
1520 U St NW
(202) 797-1234
Jewelry
12Junction
1510 U St NW
(202) 483-0261
Vintage
41 Garden District
1801 14th St NW
(202) 986-8486
BBQ/Beer Garden
72 The Brixton
901 U St NW
(202) 560-5045
Bar/British
42 The Coffee Bar
1201 S St NW
(202) 733-1049
Coffee
73 Nellie’s Sports Bar
900 U St NW
(202) 332-6355
Bar
43 Cork Wine Bar
1720 14th St NW
(202) 265-2675
Wine / Small Plates
75Etete
1942 9th St NW
(202) 232-7600
Ethiopian
44Peregine Espresso
1718 14th St NW
(202) 525-5127
Coffee
77 Dino's Grotto
1914 9th St NW
(202) 686-2966
Italian
45 Red Light
1401 R St NW
(202) 234-0400
Cocktails/Dessert
78 1905 Bistro & Bar
1905 9th St NW
(202) 332-1905
Restaurant / Bar
47Barcelona
1622 14th St NW
(202) 588-5500
Wine Bar/Spanish
79 All Souls Bar
725 T St NW
(202) 733-5929
Bar
48Pearl Dive
1612 14th St NW
(202) 319-1612
Seafood
80Right Proper
624 T St NW
(202) 607-2337
Bar/ Restaurant
49Ghibellina
1610 14th St NW
(202) 803-2389
Italian/Gastropub
83 Mockingbird Hill
1843 7th St NW
(202) 316-9396
Wine
37Redeem
1810 14th St NW
17Policy
(202) 332-7447
1901 14th St NW
Men’s & Women’s Clothing
(202) 387-7654
50Le Diplomate
1601 14th St NW
(202) 332-3333
French Bistro
84Southern Efficiency
1841 7th St NW
(202) 316-9396
Bar/Southern
38 Home Rule
1807 14th St NW
(202) 797-5544
Housewares
52Etto
1541 14th St NW
(202) 232-0920
Pizza
85 Eat the Rich
1839 7th St NW
(202) 316-9396
Seafood
54 Drafting Table
1529 14th St NW
(202) 621-7475
Gastropub
86 Uprising Muffin Co.
1817 7th St NW
(202) 290- 1196
Coffee & pastries
57Estadio
1520 14th St NW
(202) 319-1404
Spanish Tapas
89 Ivy & Coney
1537 7th St NW
(202) 670-9489
Bar
59 Black Whiskey
1410 14th St NW
(202) 800-8130
Bar
90Chaplin
1501 9th St NW
(202) 644-8806
Bar
60Ben’s Chili Bowl
1213 U St NW
(202) 667-0909
Hot Dogs/ Burgers
94SUNdeVICH
1314 9th St NW
(202) 319-1086
Sandwiches
61 Izakaya Seki
1117 V St NW
(202) 588-5841
Japanese
95 A&D
1314 9th St NW
(202) 290-1804
Bar
64Blind Dog Cafe
944 Florida Ave NW
(202) 290-2865
Breakfast & Lunch
96Table
903 N St NW
(202) 588-5200
New American
88 Barber of Hell’s Bottom
818 Rhode Is. Ave NW
31 Bar Pilar
(202) 332-0200
1833 14th St NW
Men’s Hair
(202) 265-1751
New American
91 Pekoe Acupuncture
1410 9th St NW #1
32 Masa 14
(202) 408-4858
1825 14th St NW
Acupuncture
(202) 328-1414
65 American Ice Co.
917 V St NW
(202) 758-3562
BBQ / Beer
97 La Colombe
924 N St NW (Rear)
(202) 289-4850
Coffee
68 El Rey
919 U St NW
(202) 506-6418
Mexican
98 Rogue 24
922 N St NW
(202) 408-9724
New American
92 Darryl Carter
1320 9th Street NW
(202) 234-5926
Home Design
66 Satellite Room
2047 9th St NW
(202) 506-2496
Bar
99 Baby Wale
1124 9th St NW
(202) 450-3311
New American
69 Dodge City
917 U St NW
(202) 588-9080
Bar
100 The Passenger
1021 7th St NW
(202) 393-0220
Bar
71 Dickson Wine Bar
903 U St NW
(202) 332-1779
Wine
101 Hogo
1017 7th St NW
(202) 393-1313
Hawaiian
13GoodWood
1428 U St NW
(202) 986-3640
Furniture & Decor
16 Trader Joe’s
1914 14th St NW
(202) 986-1591
Grocery Store
21 Universal Gear
1919C 14th St NW
(202) 319-0136
Men’s Clothing
23 Room & Board
1840 14th St NW
(202) 729-8300
Furniture & Decor
26 Som Records
1843 14th St NW #B
(202) 328-3345
Record Store
27 Treasury Vintage
1843 14th St NW
(202) 332-9499
Vintage Clothing
30 Immortal Beloved
1831 14th St NW
(202) 879-7797
Women’s Hair
36 Current Boutique
1809 14th St NW
(202) 588-7311
Consignment
39LouLou
1802 14th St NW
(202) 232-6333
Women’s Accessories
46Miss Pixie’s
1626 14th St NW
(202) 232-8171
Furniture Store
51 The Bike Rack
1412 Q St NW
(202) 387-2453
Bikes & Cycle Gear
55 M. Gold + B. Williams
1526 14th St NW
(202) 332-3433
Furniture & Decor
76 Simon Vintage
1911 9th St NW
(202) 629-2517
Furniture & Decor
87WeWork
Wonderbread Factory
641 S St NW
Shared Workspaces
93 Seasonal Pantry
1314 ½ 9th St NW
(202) 713-9866
Specialty Grocery
FOOD &
DRINK
3Piola
2208 14th St NW
(202) 986-8729
Pizza / Pasta
4Kapnos
2201 14th St NW
(202) 234-5000
Greek
5 The Gibson
2009 14th St NW
(202) 232-2156
Bar
6Marvin
2007 14th St NW
(202) 797-7171
Bar/Southern
7 Den of Thieves
2005 14th St NW
(202) 747-2377
Bar/Nightclub
14Tico
1926 14th St NW
(202) 319-1400
American/Tacos
15 The Wydown
1924 14th St NW
(202) 507-8411
Coffee
Restaurant/Bar
18 Taqueria Nacional
1409 T St NW
(202) 299-1122
Tacos
19Bakehouse
1407 T St NW
(202) 299-9042
Bakery
20Lupo Verde
1401 T St NW
(202) 827-4752
Italian
22Matchbox
1901 14th St NW
(202) 328-0369
Pizza
25 Compass Rose
1346 T St NW
(202) 506-4765
Global Small Plates
24 Cafe Saint-Ex
1847 14th St NW
(202) 265-7839
New American
29 Amsterdam Falafelshop
1830 14th St NW
(202) 232-6200
Middle Eastern
Latin/Asian Fusion
33 Ted’s Bulletin
1818 14th St NW
(202) 265-8337
American
34 El Centro D.F.
1819 14th St NW
(202) 328-3131
Mexican
40Doi Moi
1800 14th St NW
(202) 733-5131
Modern Vietnamese
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ART UNDERGROUND
HOW WELL DO
YOU KNOW
D.C.?
Washington’s independent art scene is booming, so now’s the perfect time to scoop up
pieces from the city’s most promising creatives — before they hit the big time.
KELLY TOWLES
AVI GUPTA
A prolific illustrator with a distinctive handdrawn style, Graeber has contributed to The
Washington Post, The Wall Street Journal, and
The Boston Globe, as well as An Illustrated Guide
to Cocktails, published in 2013. You can shop
her collection of paintings, ’zines, illustrated
books, and assorted other works online at
elizabethgraeber.com.
Armed with little more than a sense of humor
and some spray paint, Towles has been
brightening up the District with his signature
creepy-cute characters for years. You can
view his work at occasional exhibitions (and
on various walls) around town, and shop for
prints and T-shirts at kellytowles.com.
By day, Gupta is the Director of Photography
at U.S. News & World Report. After hours,
he’s one of the city’s most promising fine art
photographers, exhibiting both locally and in
the UK. His compositions are familiar yet
haunting, capturing the details both mundane
and extraordinary about the immigrant
experience. See more at
avigupta.com.
This city is teeming with secrets, from quirky architecture and under-the-radar
hotspots to deep, dark mysteries. How many of these little-known factoids
have you uncovered?
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ARTWORK COURTESY OF THE ARTISTS
ELIZABETH GRAEBER
PERFECT LIFE 101
Shhh: No one needs to know that you don’t actually have it all together, all the time.
Meet the free mobile apps that can help you fake it ’til you make it.
• HELLO, PILGRIM •
• MONKEY MORNINGS •
The best view of the D.C. skyline might just be from
the Pilgrim Observation Gallery at the National Cathedral,
where you can take in unobstructed, 360-degree views
from 150 feet in the air. Try to spot the hidden Darth
Vader head carved into the northwest tower
while you’re there.
Believe it or not, the grounds of the National Zoo
typically open around 6 a.m. – well before the rest of
the city’s museums. So, if you’re an early bird, you could
quite possibly have the place to yourself for a few
hours. (Well, you’d have a few hundred animals
keeping you company…)
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POSTMATES
NIKE
TRAINING
CLUB
Want to look like you have
a personal trainer, without
shelling out for a pricey program
or gym membership? Not to
worry – Nike’s awesome NTC
app will whip you into shape
for a grand total of zero dollars.
Customize your workout based
on fitness level, desired results
(weight loss, defined muscles, a
more powerful bod, and so on),
and time, then add your own
soundtrack. In-app videos help
you nail the exercises, and there
are 100 unique workouts to keep
you motivated.
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Let’s face it: It’s hard to get
everything done during the
course of the day. But just
because you have a crazy work
schedule and a zillion things
to do doesn’t mean it’s okay to
run out of TP and toothpaste
all the time. Use Postmates to
have everything from meals to
prescription meds and toiletries
delivered to your doorstep by a
super-speedy bike messenger.
TEUX DEUX
Finally, a to-do list that helps
you get stuff done and looks a
lot better than your chickenscratch, pen-and-paper version.
This high-design app requires
a TeuxDeux membership ($2/
month), but it’s worth it: The app
helps you accomplish daily tasks,
rolls over unfinished projects
to the following day, and syncs
between your mobile device and
computer. After all, if your to-do
list has to be a mile long, it might
as well look really cool.
SE
T
CRE
DOG
DAYS
DEALS
Don't miss MidCity Dog Days –
the annual shopping blowout that
takes over the sidewalks of
14th & U Street in Northwest DC.
This year it’s on August 2nd & 3rd.
We've arranged for some secret
passwords to unlock deals for
you all weekend long (and
sometimes longer.)
1905 BISTRO
& BAR
Round up your friends and head
to happy hour at 1905, where you’ll
get a free order of frites
for your group if you mention D/CITY.
Happy hour is Tuesday– Friday,
5:30-7:30 p.m, and offer is valid
through the end of August.
• CHEAP SEATS •
• SECRET SUPPERS •
File under: Who knew? TicketPlace.org sells
discounted tickets to theatre and performing arts events
at area venues such as the Kennedy Center, Woolly Mammoth
Theatre Company, and Artisphere. The discounts are
nothing to sniff at, either – how does 50% off
admission sound?
The secret supper club industry is booming in the
District, with no fewer than seven hush-hush clubs
to choose from currently. A few to try: Chez Le Commis
(email chezlecommis@gmail.com ); Hush Supper Club
( hushsupperclub.com ); and Seasonal Pantry
( seasonalpantry.com/supper-club ).
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SEL
2
FREEBIES
CURRENT
BOUTIQUE
In addition to Current Boutique’s
20% off sale for Dog Days, you’ll
snag a free gift with purchase
by mentioning D/CITYstyle
at checkout!
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LE DIPLOMATE
E
STUDIO
Thanks to Studio’s free and
for-purchase design packs –
chock full of cool typography,
borders, and other fully
customizable design elements
– you can fake some pretty
impressive graphic design skills.
The app functionality is similar
to Instagram, so you can follow
other “designers” (okay, some
are legit designers) and publish
your creations to a stream.
VSCO CAM
This photo app lets you turn even
the most boring breakfast into
a Kinfolk-worthy scene. Choose
from a staggering variety of filter
collections (many – but not all –
of which are free) or go renegade
and fine-tune every last detail
yourself. Oh, and there’s a built-in
social community, too, so you
could presumably make a few
digital friends while you’re at it.
CHEFS FEED
When it’s time to choose the
spot for your next group dinner,
you want to be the hip one in
the bunch that knows where
to go – and why. Chefs Feed
lets you do just that by cluing
you in to where the city’s best
chefs go to eat, and what they
order. Top-notch chefs like Mike
Isabella and Bryan Voltaggio
have contributed their picks
for restaurants and dishes, so
when you hit Reply All to the
“Where should we eat?” email,
you’ll be armed with serious
insider info.
• LOCK-IN •
• TASTE OF JAPAN •
Want to book a staycation that none of your friends
will believe? Turns out, you can spend the night in a
lockhouse on the C&O Canal. The six spots available for
overnight stays are all brick or stone homes and are
more than 170 years old. Reserve your old-school
experience at canaltrust.org.
Between U Street and Adams Morgan,
Hana Japanese Market is a tucked-away gem
for fans of Japanese cuisine (and travel). On
Thursdays, the market gets deliveries of fresh,
organic Japanese vegetables. The small travel
agency in the back can assist with that
upcoming trip to Tokyo, too.
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Shh! We’ve got a secret drink
waiting for you at Le Diplomate.
Mention D/CITY to your bartender to
try a special, off-the-menu cocktail
($10). Each week will feature a new
concoction, so visit often.
POLICY
Head to Policy during happy hour
and mention D/CITY to your bartender
to save $2 on draft beer during the
month of August. Happy hour is
Tuesday–Thursday, 5 –8 p.m. ;
Friday–Saturday, 5–7 p.m.
REDEEM
Looking for a deal? Mention
• VIVA RELAXATION •
• DEAD PRESIDENTS •
Looking for a hidden oasis? Find your way to the
Art Museum of the Americas, a tucked-away Spanish
Colonial building near the National Mall, where a beautiful
tropical garden and pool await you. There’s also a
permanent collection of Latin and Caribbean art as well
as temporary exhibitions.
Only one former U.S. president is buried at the
National Cathedral (Woodrow Wilson) and
only one died inside the U.S. Capitol Building
(John Quincy Adams).
D/CITYstyle when you shop at
Redeem and save an extra 10%
on sale items!
Offers are subject to change
or discontinuation at
owner's discretion.
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SNAPPED IN SECRET
@golightly
@DCITYstyle
THE FIND: NIKE SB DUNK HI J-PACK
LOCATION: PALACE5
2216 14TH ST NW; (202) 299-9008
PRICE: $105
THE FIND: KOWTOW STEP BY STEP SKIRT
LOCATION: REDEEM
1810 14TH STREET NW; (202) 332-7447
PRICE: $175
Bridge the gap between sweltering summer afternoons
and crisp fall mornings with a pinafore-style skirt that
works just as well with a tank top as it does with
a turtleneck.
THE FIND: COLD PRESSED JUICE
LOCATION: TRADER JOE’S
1914 14TH STREET NW; (202) 986-1591
PRICE: $4.99 FOR 15.2 OZ
Had front row seats to
the show last night.
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never seen before. Check out our visual diary, and tag
your own Instagram street scenes @DCITYstyle for a
chance to see your snaps in this space.
Maybe it's all those years of back-to-school shopping, but
the final days of summer always inspire intense cravings
for new shoes. Next on the wish list? These cobalt kicks.
CON
Trying to get more fruits and veggies in your diet? Leave it
to Trader Joe’s to make being healthy a little easier ­– and
a lot cheaper – with a hefty serving of juicy goodness that
rings up at just under $5.
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@ashleysinha
@jonesndc
As summer winds down, who can resist an end-ofseason shopping spree? After all, there’s no better
time to stock up on all the colorful home buys,
kitchen must-haves, and closet wins that’ll keep you
feeling chic and stylish from now ’til winter. Here,
a sprinkling of covetable goods from some of the
neighborhood's most irresistible shops.
The Reading Room is open only 2 times
a year to the general public.
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THE FIND: SODASTREAM SOURCE
LOCATION: HOME RULE
1807 14TH STREET NW; (202) 797-5544
PRICE: $99.99
THE FIND: FRIED CHICKEN PICNIC BASKET
LOCATION: CORK MARKET
1805 14TH STREET NW; (202) 265-2674
PRICE: $50
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What could be better than making your own custom sodas
at home? Pick up this streamlined model from Sodastream
and you'll be mixing fizzy drinks in no time.
...same couple (thank you again
to them) in black and white....
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Sure, the idea of a picnic lunch on a blanket in the park
sounds fun, but there's quite a bit of prep involved. Why
not make it easier and scoop a ready-made fried chicken
lunch, complete with tasty sides?
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at @AtlanticPlumbingDC
tomorrow
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THE FIND: THE COMFORTABLE HOME
LOCATION: MITCHELL GOLD + BOB WILLIAMS
1526 14TH STREET NW; (202) 332-3433
PRICE: $35
If your decor dream is to move into the Mitchell Gold
+ Bob Williams store on 14th Street, look no further.
The duo’s latest coffeetable book offers solid shopping
advice and time-tested decorating tips.
THE FIND: CORAL STATEMENT NECKLACE
LOCATION: CURRENT BOUTIQUE
1809 14TH STREET NW; (202) 588-7311
PRICE: $38.99
A little sparkle goes a long way in spicing up a basic work
outfit. Case in point: this chunky-yet-feminine statement
necklace, which adds just enough eye-candy appeal to
elevate your go-to sleeveless shift.
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THE FIND: LITTLE SHIRLEY VASES
LOCATION: ROOM & BOARD
1840 14TH ST NW; (202) 729-8300
PRICE: $160 FOR SET OF EIGHT
Afraid of taking the color plunge with your decor? Don’t
worry! Add pops of bright hues with these petite vases by
grouping them together or letting them stand solo around
your home.
@justin11511
Updated my #vscogrid
with shots of @sylvanesso
at Mockingbird Hill (@
drinkmoresherry) this last
weekend. [...] #vscocam
#howiseemycoffee
A little silliness for
#nationalkissingday
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