Washington Reviews: Restaurants, Doctors, Bars, Salons and more.
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Bloomingdale's
8100 Tysons Corner Ctr
McLean,
VA
22102
Stef W. writes: This store has amazing customer service! I don't normally shop at Bloomie's, but several friends in the past year have registered there for wedding gifts. If you have to buy gifts off of the registry, try to call the store, rather than ordering the…
Chadwicks
3205 K St NW
Washington,
DC
20007
Kevin L. writes: I've always been a fan of Chadwick's for the classic neighborhood pub atmosphere. There are decent specials on drinks, a steady group of regulars at the bar; and it's an excellent spot for a beer and a conversation. The food is typical pub fare-…
L'Enfant Plaza Hotel
480 L'Enfant Plaza, SW
Washington,
DC
20024
alexis g. writes: This was the Loews L'Enfant Plaza hotel, until it was dropped by that chain about two years ago for not being fancy enough. The management hasn't done much to upgrade this hotel in the past 20 years, but it's definitely in a good, central location…
Alero Restaurant
1724 Connecticut Ave NW
Washington,
DC
20009
alexis g. writes: I like how this place has baskets and records nailed to the ceiling, and the salsa is ridiculously good. The people watching ain't bad either, because this is a second story restaurant, (above Yannis Greek Taverna) in Cleveland Park.
I would say…
Four Seasons Diner & Restaurant
557 S Van Dorn St
Alexandria,
VA
22304
Leigh K. writes: This place owns so much of my heart. I've been going here since I was a little girl. I hear that they are closing soon and that a bank is going to rent out that space. I'm almost too scared to follow up on it. They have a wonderful staff. Food is…
Lite N Fair
1018 King St
Alexandria,
VA
22314
Leigh K. writes: I had walked past Lite N Fair many a time before even realizing it was a restaurant. It's a nondescript storefront in the middle of a block, so it makes it easy to breeze by. A friend sung its praises, so I decided to drop in. The place is tiny and…
Honolulu Restaurant
PO Box 10539
Alexandria,
VA
22310
Leigh K. writes: This place is gone now and it breaks my foodie heart. Honolulu was a haven for my friends and I throughout my high school and college years. Dave and Anna were sweet as pie to their regulars and newcomers alike. I actually flew home to eat there one…
Now Music and Fashion
615 King St
Alexandria,
VA
22314
Leigh K. writes: This was my favorite indie record store in the DC area until it closed in June 2004. Three years of my life were spent working here. It closed due to a number of sad circumstances. Oh, Now! - how we all miss you. I was surprised to find this listed…
Cafe Nema
Neighborhood: U Street Corridor
1334 U St NW
Washington,
DC
20009
Gayle G. writes: The set up of the building is odd (narrow and long) but that is part of the charm. Nema only has room for seating about 50 peeps. And yeah, I recommend trying out the food here because it is really good.
Based on a rec from a friend, we stuck to the…
Sea Catch Restaurant & Raw Bar
Neighborhood: Georgetown
1054 31st St NW Ste 1000
Washington,
DC
20007
Keri M. writes: I have a weak spot for exposed stone, brick and beams inside anywhere and thus have a weak spot for Sea Catch. I also have a weak spot for water views and Sea Catch has that too! Albeit a canal view, but it's still water...tho you can't really see…
Utz Potato Chips
The Mid Atlantic region
Washington,
DC
20009
Susan L. writes: Utz potato chips in the red bag. I miss you so much, we used to hang out every day for lunch! Me, you and Jenny although she didn't eat you, that was me. I think about you almost every day; I even looked you up on the internet but ordering potato…
La Madeleine French Bakery & Cafe
1833 Fountain Drive
Reston,
VA
20190
Sam R. writes: After a long week, all you want to do is kick back and enjoy a lazy Sunday breakfast and flip through the newspaper. Sure, you COULD just pour yourself a bowl of Cap'n Crunch and call it a day (or just a piece of dry toast for those, uhh, extra long…
Revolution Cycles
Neighborhood: Georgetown
3411 M Street NW
Washington,
DC
20007
Audra K. writes: A nice big bike store with many friendly people... is how I would describe this store. I entered it a beginner bike-buyer, and left it as a well-informed novice bike-rider. A week later I ended up purchasing a used bike from craigslist, which I…
Georgetown Bagelry
Neighborhood: Georgetown
3245 M St NW
Washington,
DC
20007
alexis g. writes: Pizza! Bagels! Whatever you need, this place has got it all. Located on M St. in the heart of Georgetown, this bagelry has been a popular eatery for Gtown University students for years. They essentially have every type of bagel you could want and…
Rafagino Italian Restaurant
9570 Old Keene Mill Rd
Burke,
VA
22015
Brett C. writes: Tucked away in a nondescript corner of a typical strip mall, the food here is a gem every time. The calamari is the best my wife and I have ever had, and every dish that follows is superb. Best of all, the restaurant knows how to treat you right,…
Chesapeake Bagel Bakery
8420 Old Keene Mill Rd
Springfield,
VA
22152
Erin G. writes: Fresh Bagels. That's really all i have to say. Chesapeake Bagel Bakery makes great fresh bagels in the store, and has a selection that changes and grows with the different bagel trends. They offer paninis too now, sandwiches, drinks, desserts,…
Silver Spring Animal Hospital
1915 Seminary Rd
Silver Spring,
MD
20910
Angela M. writes: This review is dedicated to Kit, my beautiful, smart and talented Yorkie-Aussie Terrier mix.
Right about now, I imagine that Kit is curled up on her favorite pillow atop my sage-green deluxe sleeper sofa. It's the third pillow from the right that has…
Red Rock Canyon Grill
928 Ellsworth Dr
Silver Spring,
MD
20910
Jake K. writes: I remember dashing over here when this place first opened and then hitting it up a few times after that. Never really been disappointed. The steaks were good - but the important thing is that I never had a steak here that wasn't cooked the way I…
Clyde's of Chevy Chase
5441 Wisconsin Ave
Chevy Chase,
MD
20815
Libby F. writes: I have never been a huge fan of Eggs Benedict before until today. Actually it wasn't the Eggs Benedict I had, but the Eggs Maryland. What's the difference? No ham, only two incredibly sweet mini crab cakes beneath two perfectly poached eggs and…
Bethesda North Marriott Hotel and Conference Center
5701 Marinelli Rd
Bethesda,
MD
20852
Ryan t. writes: The North Bethesda Marriott is your typical Marriott hotel. I like that it's essentially across the street from the red line on the DC metro, and that it's typically a lot less expensive than the JW Marriott in downtown DC. I like to stay here when…
XM Radio
Neighborhood: Eckington
1500 Eckington Place NE
Washington,
DC
20002
Tracy G. writes: I love my XM Radio. I rarely listen to the radio anymore and I don't need to fool around with my iPod while driving anymore. There is so much variety available there is something for everyone. It is very nice to have the variety at my fingertips…
Gold's Gym & Aerobics Center
2900 Clarendon Blvd
Arlington,
VA
22201
Kel D. writes: Out of the several Gold's I have used this one is hands down the nicest! It's bright and shiny and *clean*. It doesn't feel like a gym, except for the fact is has state of the art machines and lots of weight equipment. I enjoy watching the early…
Palace Cleaners
4201 Wilson Blvd
Arlington,
VA
22203
Jessica S. writes: This is my place to get my dry cleaning done. They are opened early and close late - very convenient. I don't really know how I should be paying for clothes to be dry cleaned, but I find their prices very reasonable. The people are extremely nice…
Pohick Regional Library
6450 Sydenstricker Road
Burke,
VA
22015
Erin G. writes: Definitely the best library in the county. Not only is it a regional library offering a long reach to get you books that may not be on its actual shelves, but also the great programs they put on for kids, teens, and adults. They've done battle of…
Beaux Visages
11638 Plaza America Dr
Reston,
VA
20190
Erin G. writes: Very relaxing atmosphere for all sorts of primping treatments. BV used to be in springfield but tragically moved away from me to more chic Reston. Pricing is great, service is super friendly and personal.
Northern Virginia Community College
1000 Harry Flood Byrd Hwy
Sterling,
VA
20164
Lynn S. writes: Of all the NOVA campuses, this is one of the most pleasant. The students come ready to learn and the teachers are interested in teaching. Naturally, a community college doesn't have the same atmosphere as a university, but when professors are…
Mario's Pizza House
3322 Wilson Blvd
Arlington,
VA
22201
Maggie B. writes: Marios: Feeding the intoxicated for over fifty years. AND, they have Galaga you can play while waiting for your pizza (when drunk) or steak and cheese (when sober). Want that with a cherry on top? They added a Carvel ice cream store onto their place…
Full Key Restaurant
2227 University Blvd W
Silver Spring,
MD
20902
olivia d. writes: 5 reasons why my family and i keep going back to fully key:
1. shrimp dumpling hk style soup. if you ask for it without the noodles, you get extra dumplings. yay!
2. deep fried salted squid, scallops, & shrimp topped with sliced jalapenos. this is so…
Herndon Festival
777 Lynn St
Herndon,
VA
20170
David W. writes: This is an annual festival runnings for 4 days over the first weekend in June. In terms of small town fairs this one is tops with great music, vendors and a high energy level. Did I mention the fireworks? Each year these are among the best fireworks…
Paul's Shoe Repair
9903 Georgetown Pike
Great Falls,
VA
22066
Lynn S. writes: If you have leather shoes and want quality repair, there is no other place I know of that does better work. Paul and his wife have been at this location for close to twenty-five years, repairing heels, soles, purses and luggage. He takes great…
Soho Cafe
Neighborhood: Federal Triangle
529 14th St NW Ste 897
Washington,
DC
20045
Tyler N. writes: I work just down the street from Soho, and I've added it to my usual lunch rotation. They have seemingly limitless lunch options, including a deli, a Mongolian BBQ, a pay-by-the pound sushi bar and a pay-by-the pound smorgasbord. You can eat as…
Punjab Dhaba Indian Restaurant
Loehmns Plz
Falls Church,
VA
22041
karan s. writes: if you wanna eat awesome tandoori chicken, then this is the place to be, i have never had the buffet, does not appeal to me. the tandoori chicken is made fresh off the BHATTI. and served on a sizzler, best bang for the buck , desserts are good also.…
DC Hot Dog Carts
Washington,
DC
20009
Susan L. writes: I once heard that there is some sort of hot dog cart mafia in DC. If you try to take over another hot dog cart vendors corner they will mess you up and your little cart too. I love the hot dog carts and miss them now that I have moved away and am…
Filomena Ristorante of Georgetown
Neighborhood: Georgetown
1063 Wisconsin Avenue NW
Washington,
DC
20007
Craig R. writes: I decided to take Keely here for our two year anniversary and I'm glad I did. The entrance to Filomena's is a tad small and semi-hard to find if you're not familiar with the Georgetown area. Parking isn't so bad if you head on over to the…
Spezie Restaurant
1736 L St NW
Washington,
DC
20036
Jason C. writes: Sometimes you gotta savor the small joys in life. Finding $10 in a jacket you haven't worn for a year. Porn with a good-looking cast and a plot that doesn't make you cringe. Having someone take you out for lunch when you weren't expecting it.
As it…
Northern Virginia Fine Arts Festival
Reston Town Center
Fountain Square & Market Street
Reston,
VA
20190
Lynn S. writes: Every year in May the community of Reston sponsors a spectacular gathering of painters, sculptors, potters, glass artists, fiber artists, jewelers, woodworkers and leather craftsmen to exhibit and sell their work. This is a juried show, with awards…
Corner Bakery Cafe
1828 L St NW
Washington,
DC
20036
Mike V. writes: Two Words: Swiss Oatmeal.
I completely agree with Mona L. on all counts except one, the Swiss Oatmeal VIP club.
Here's my theory: Getting a complex warm food order in the morning is a pain. Extras, packaging, drink, bag etc etc etc. So with the lazy…
Palm Restaurant
1750 Tysons Blvd
Mc Lean,
VA
22102
joeun l. writes: the palm is the epitome of fine dining.
If you want to score points with a potential lover, this is the spot for you to go to.
When entering the restaurant, the sleek/elegant design of the interior impresses each and every time.
To start off the meal…
