Guidebook for Washington

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Guidebook for Washington

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BWI is about 50 minutes from downtown Washington, DC. Ground transportation options: Amtrak or commuter rail to Metro, airport shuttle ($37), and taxi ($60+). (www.bwiairport.com)
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7050 Friendship Road
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BWI is about 50 minutes from downtown Washington, DC. Ground transportation options: Amtrak or commuter rail to Metro, airport shuttle ($37), and taxi ($60+). (www.bwiairport.com)
Closest Post Office, 5 blocks away. Closed on Saturdays, Sundays and 1:00-2:00 pm on weekdays. (http://www.uspspostoffices.com/dc/washington/le-droit-park)
416 Florida Ave NW
Closest Post Office, 5 blocks away. Closed on Saturdays, Sundays and 1:00-2:00 pm on weekdays. (http://www.uspspostoffices.com/dc/washington/le-droit-park)

Drinks & Nightlife

Restaurants, bars, nightclubs, shops and theater venues along an 8-block stretch of 14th Street, from V Street down to Rhode Island Avenue.
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14th Street Northwest
14th Street Northwest
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Restaurants, bars, nightclubs, shops and theater venues along an 8-block stretch of 14th Street, from V Street down to Rhode Island Avenue.
Two blocks away. A neighborhood favorite featuring German and local beer, awesome Liz Taylor mural, and fab brunch on weekends. (https://twitter.com/DachaBeerGarden)
1600 7th St NW
1600 7th Street Northwest
Two blocks away. A neighborhood favorite featuring German and local beer, awesome Liz Taylor mural, and fab brunch on weekends. (https://twitter.com/DachaBeerGarden)
Two blocks away. A neighborhood favorite featuring unpretentious atmosphere, cheap food, cheap beer and drinks. CASH ONLY. (www.ivyandconey.com)
1537 7th St NW
1537 7th Street Northwest
Two blocks away. A neighborhood favorite featuring unpretentious atmosphere, cheap food, cheap beer and drinks. CASH ONLY. (www.ivyandconey.com)

Getting Around

IAD is about 45 minutes from downtown Washington DC. Ground transportation options: bus to Metro, airport shuttle ($29), and taxi ($55+). (http://mwaa.com/dulles/dulles.htm)
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IAD is about 45 minutes from downtown Washington DC. Ground transportation options: bus to Metro, airport shuttle ($29), and taxi ($55+). (http://mwaa.com/dulles/dulles.htm)
Closest Capital Bikeshare station, an extensive bicycle sharing system (www.capitalbikeshare.com). Two blocks from the house.
1702 New Jersey Ave NW
Closest Capital Bikeshare station, an extensive bicycle sharing system (www.capitalbikeshare.com). Two blocks from the house.

Essentials

Specializes in natural and organic products. A quick bus ride on the G2 bus that runs on P Street or an easy 15-block walk.
1440 P St NW
1440 P Street Northwest
Specializes in natural and organic products. A quick bus ride on the G2 bus that runs on P Street or an easy 15-block walk.
Organic healthful food, supplements and body care products; includes beer, wine, cheese and bulk foods.
2123 14th St NW
Organic healthful food, supplements and body care products; includes beer, wine, cheese and bulk foods.
Open 24 hours; includes Starbucks, pharmacy, wine and beer sales.
490 L St NW
490 L Street Northwest
Open 24 hours; includes Starbucks, pharmacy, wine and beer sales.
Only 3 blocks away. Huge selection including well-stocked prepared foods section, craft beer/wine on tap while you shop, and pharmacy.
701 O St NW
701 O Street Northwest
Only 3 blocks away. Huge selection including well-stocked prepared foods section, craft beer/wine on tap while you shop, and pharmacy.
Walmart's well-stocked urban branch is smaller than suburban branches. Open 6:00am - 12:00am daily. (https://www.facebook.com/Walmart5941)
99 H St NW
99 H Street Northwest
Walmart's well-stocked urban branch is smaller than suburban branches. Open 6:00am - 12:00am daily. (https://www.facebook.com/Walmart5941)
"A neighborhood grocery store with amazing food and drink from around the globe and around the corner." Get's really crowded after work and on weekends. Open daily 8:00am-10:00pm.
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1912 14th St NW
1912 14th Street Northwest
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"A neighborhood grocery store with amazing food and drink from around the globe and around the corner." Get's really crowded after work and on weekends. Open daily 8:00am-10:00pm.

Food Scene

A block-long, open air, producer-only, neighborhood farmers' market. 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM, Sundays, May 1 - November 20, 2016.
110 R St NW
110 R Street Northwest
A block-long, open air, producer-only, neighborhood farmers' market. 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM, Sundays, May 1 - November 20, 2016.
Nearby kabob grill. Open daily lunch time until 10:00 PM for dine-in or carry out. (redtoquecafe.com)
1701 6th St NW
1701 6th Street Northwest
Nearby kabob grill. Open daily lunch time until 10:00 PM for dine-in or carry out. (redtoquecafe.com)
Our "go to" place when we can't decide what to eat--good food with healthy options, free wi-fi, relaxed atmosphere. Serves weekend brunch including really good Bloody Marys. (www.busboysandpoets.com)
1025 5th St NW
1025 5th Street Northwest
Our "go to" place when we can't decide what to eat--good food with healthy options, free wi-fi, relaxed atmosphere. Serves weekend brunch including really good Bloody Marys. (www.busboysandpoets.com)
Nearby small, casual neighborhood restaurant specializing in East European cuisine. Open for dinner, outdoor patio seating and serves weekend brunch. (www.bistrobohem.com)
600 Florida Ave NW
600 Florida Avenue Northwest
Nearby small, casual neighborhood restaurant specializing in East European cuisine. Open for dinner, outdoor patio seating and serves weekend brunch. (www.bistrobohem.com)
Tucked away from the hubbub of the nearby Washington Convention Center.
924 N St NW
924 N Street Northwest
Tucked away from the hubbub of the nearby Washington Convention Center.
Nearest Starbucks, 4 blocks away. Open Mon-Fri 6:00am-7:00pm; Sat-Sun 7:00am-7:00pm.
815 O St NW
815 O Street Northwest
Nearest Starbucks, 4 blocks away. Open Mon-Fri 6:00am-7:00pm; Sat-Sun 7:00am-7:00pm.
Closest coffee shop, 2 blocks away. Neighborhood favorite serves really good, roasted-on-premises coffee. Open everyday 6:00am-8:00pm. (http://compasscoffee.com)
1533 7th St NW
1533 7th Street Northwest
Closest coffee shop, 2 blocks away. Neighborhood favorite serves really good, roasted-on-premises coffee. Open everyday 6:00am-8:00pm. (http://compasscoffee.com)
Nearby casual neighborhood Japanese and ramen restaurant and bar. Outdoor (dog-friendly) patio seating. Open until 1:30 AM all week; later during weekends. (http://www.chaplinrestaurantdc.com/)
1501 9th St NW
1501 9th Street Northwest
Nearby casual neighborhood Japanese and ramen restaurant and bar. Outdoor (dog-friendly) patio seating. Open until 1:30 AM all week; later during weekends. (http://www.chaplinrestaurantdc.com/)
Nearby casual neighborhood eatery and bar. Outdoor (dog-friendly) patio seating and serves weekend brunch. Open until midnight all week; later during weekends. (www.shawstavern.com)
520 Florida Ave NW
520 Florida Avenue Northwest
Nearby casual neighborhood eatery and bar. Outdoor (dog-friendly) patio seating and serves weekend brunch. Open until midnight all week; later during weekends. (www.shawstavern.com)
Two blocks away. Casual Thai eatery featuring small and large plates and sides, outdoor (dog-friendly, communal) patio seating. Open 12:00pm-10:00pm daily. (http://bkkcookshop.com/)
1700 New Jersey Ave NW
1700 New Jersey Avenue Northwest
Two blocks away. Casual Thai eatery featuring small and large plates and sides, outdoor (dog-friendly, communal) patio seating. Open 12:00pm-10:00pm daily. (http://bkkcookshop.com/)
Closest dessert place. Across Giant (grocery) featuring gelatos, sorbets and Italian desserts. Open 12:00pm - 10:00pm daily; opens 10:00am on weekends.
1420 8th St NW
1420 8th Street Northwest
Closest dessert place. Across Giant (grocery) featuring gelatos, sorbets and Italian desserts. Open 12:00pm - 10:00pm daily; opens 10:00am on weekends.
Nearby coffee shop, intimate bar and casual eatery. Great morning coffee/breakfast and late-night bar service. Strong wi-fi and a few outdoor tables. (http://theroyaldc.com/)
501 Florida Ave NW
501 Florida Avenue Northwest
Nearby coffee shop, intimate bar and casual eatery. Great morning coffee/breakfast and late-night bar service. Strong wi-fi and a few outdoor tables. (http://theroyaldc.com/)
Three blocks away. A neighborhood favorite featuring great food and skilled bartenders. Rated as "100 Very Best Restaurants" in DC. Reservations strongly recommended. (http://www.convivialdc.com)
801 O St NW
801 O Street Northwest
Three blocks away. A neighborhood favorite featuring great food and skilled bartenders. Rated as "100 Very Best Restaurants" in DC. Reservations strongly recommended. (http://www.convivialdc.com)
Two blocks away. A wine store specializing in Latin American, Spanish, Portuguese and Italian wines and liquor.(http://www.grandcata.com)
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Sala Thai Restaurant
1301 U St NW
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Two blocks away. A wine store specializing in Latin American, Spanish, Portuguese and Italian wines and liquor.(http://www.grandcata.com)

Entertainment & Activities

A nightclub and concert venue known for its support of indie rock, featured musical acts include metal, punk, and electronic, as well as DJ/dance nights. (www.blackcatdc.com)‎
1811 14th St NW
1811 14th Street Northwest
A nightclub and concert venue known for its support of indie rock, featured musical acts include metal, punk, and electronic, as well as DJ/dance nights. (www.blackcatdc.com)‎
A standing-only nightclub and concert venue. Winner of the "Top Club" awards at the Billboard Touring Awards 2007-2011. (www.930.com)
815 V St NW
815 V Street Northwest
A standing-only nightclub and concert venue. Winner of the "Top Club" awards at the Billboard Touring Awards 2007-2011. (www.930.com)
Historic theater features a range of live entertainment including Sunday "Gospel Brunch". Full-scale restaurant and bar serving food and drinks during all shows. (www.thehowardtheatre.com)
620 T St NW
620 T Street Northwest
Historic theater features a range of live entertainment including Sunday "Gospel Brunch". Full-scale restaurant and bar serving food and drinks during all shows. (www.thehowardtheatre.com)
Home ballpark for the Washington Nationals, the city's Major League Baseball franchise. Only 6 Metro stops away on the Green line. (http://washington.nationals.mlb.com/was/ballpark/)
1500 South Capitol St SE
Home ballpark for the Washington Nationals, the city's Major League Baseball franchise. Only 6 Metro stops away on the Green line. (http://washington.nationals.mlb.com/was/ballpark/)
Arena for concerts, entertainment, and sports. Home of the Washington Capitals (NHL), Washington Wizards (NBA), Washington Mystics (WNBA) and Georgetown Hoyas (NCAA) teams. (www.thecapitalonearena.com)
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Verizon Center
601 F St NW
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Arena for concerts, entertainment, and sports. Home of the Washington Capitals (NHL), Washington Wizards (NBA), Washington Mystics (WNBA) and Georgetown Hoyas (NCAA) teams. (www.thecapitalonearena.com)