Barnes & Noble

7900 Tysons Corner Ctr
McLean, VA 22102

Lynn S. writes: This is a huge B & N with two full floors of books, magazines, CDs and a coffee shop.  There is not much in the way of seating, unless you are in the cafe, but they have at least four double-sided racks full of magazines and endless rows of…

Giant Food Inc and Giant Drug

Cabin John Plz
Bethesda, MD 20814

Gordon L. writes: I love coming to this Giant because everyone is really friendly here.  It's pretty much your standard Giant, before they added all the self checkout lines.  This place looks just as it did ten years ago.  All the produce I've ever purchased here has…

Chinatown Market
Neighborhood: Chinatown

521 H St NW
Washington, DC 20001

Holly L. writes: Considering it's the last surviver in "Chinatown" inside DC. It's perfect.

Has a lot of good Chinese snacks and seasonings. The prices are very reasonable, and mostly just 10 to 50 cents more than those chained Chinese grocery stores in VA or MD.

Residence Inn by Marriott-Herndon

315 Elden St
Herndon, VA 20170

Muriel P. writes: It's a nice hotel, for long stays.  After a while the staff recognises me.  No clue about breakfast, i go there because they have a kitchen and i can have my breakfast on m own.
There is a cute courtyard between buildings with nice landscape, and…

Omni Shoreham Dine & Dip
Neighborhood: Woodley Park

2500 Calvert St
Washington, DC 20008

Kathleen M. writes: You can read my first review of the Dine and Dip here: http://www.yelp.com/bi...

Even though brunch wasn't any good the first time around, we returned this weekend to try it out again (it's just too good a deal to pass up!). Things had DEFINITELY…

Shirlington Village At Office-Retail Center

2700 S Quincy St
Arlington, VA 22206

Patrick B. writes: Shirlington Village is a very nice lifestyle center located conveniently off 395 in Arlington. I stopped at Luna Grill (see review) for lunch before leaving town and thought that the whole shopping center looked very nice. There were nice stores and…

The Sweet Life Cafe

3950 Chain Bridge Rd
Fairfax, VA 22030

nat h. writes: If sitting on a rocking chair on a porch eating delicious chocolate ice cream with wickedly rich molten lava cake with hot chocolate syrup, watching the day go by, sounds like heaven on earth to you, then head to Sweet Life Cafe.  

I was first…

Pei Wei Asian Diner

2338 Woodland Pond Ln
Woodland Park
Herndon, VA 20171

Sam R. writes: 1) Cafeteria style. Which means on a busy day, you're gonna be three deep at the soda machine. Will make you wish you just grabbed a bottled beer at the cashier's station.

2) Know what you want to order ahead of time. Yeah, you might feel like you're…

Dolce Vita

10824 Lee Hwy
Fairfax, VA 22030

r g. writes: Awesome old-world Italian food with a wood-burning brick oven for pizza, which I get almost every time. Awesome pizza. Overall, probably the best, most reasonably-priced, casual Italian dining in northern Virginia. If someone can find something…

Foer's Pharmacy

2141 K Street NW
Washington, DC 20037

Stef W. writes: Foer's is like the Cheers of Pharmacies!  The staff knows every customer's name and history after one visit.  Don and Laura, the pharmacist and his assistant, are both incredibly professional and kind.  

You can wait while your prescription is being…

Norman Y. Mineta Leadership Institute

1666 K Street NW
Suite 440
Washington, DC 20006

Keith K. writes: The Norman Y. Mineta Leadership Institute was launched in October 2006 in honor of Secretary Mineta's lifetime achievements in exemplifying and promoting civic participation and public service. The institute will initially focus on launching its…

CVS Pharmacy

2000 M St NW
Washington, DC 20036

Jessica H. writes: If you are staying at the St. Gregory, this CVS is conveniently located right across the street.  They have a good selection of travel-sized items if you forget anything or lose your luggage in transit.  They also have a good snack selection.

Dunkin' Donuts
Neighborhood: Dupont Circle

1511 17th St NW
Washington, DC 20036

angela n. writes: Nutrition info (4% RDA for iron!) and Ingredients (what's sodium acid pyrophosphate?):
https://www.dunkindonu...    

I find DD's cake donuts too dense and dry, but their other donuts are better: light and sweet.  The chocolate frosted donut is my…

EatMore Fried Chicken

3725 Georgia Ave NW
Washington, DC 20010

reuben j. writes: I have to concur with Nicole's review of EatMore. I am down to one meal of this nature a month, but this was a fine place to secure some bona fide artery-clogging fare. The owners are as kind as a spring
breeze-and the wings are the "so good your…

T-A Akbar Rest

9400 Snowden River Pkwy
Columbia, MD 21045

Mike S. writes: I LOVE AKBAR'S of Columbia!!!  I used to be a regular when I lived in the area and I still make the drive from NoVa a few times a year to eat here, it's that good!  I moved away 5 years ago and the staff still remembers me the handful of times a year…

Magruder's Grocery

2800 Graham Rd
Falls Church, VA 22042

Stephanie D. writes: This is a basic neighborhood grocery store. If you want to support a locally owned business, this is a great Safeway alternative. It's definitely an old building. It reminds me of the A&P in my home town from 20 years ago.

I went to check them out…

Old Hickory Grill

7263 Arlington Blvd
Falls Church, VA 22042

Tu-Van L. writes: I know there's a Maryland location (the original I think), but I can only vouch for this location.

This place advertises itself as a Creole-Cajun style BBQ restaurant, though I noticed the BBQ had a Carolina 'que twist to it.  Not sure if I remember…

Office of Citizen Services and Communications
Neighborhood: Foggy Bottom

1800 F St NW
Washington, DC 20405

Nancy K. writes: Happy Birthday U.S. (to us)!

A great resource with a plethora of information on everything the 4th of July.  

Declaration of Independence - View the original at the National Archives
Facts - Fun facts about July 4th from the Census Bureau
Flag Facts -…

The Kings Contrivance

10150 Shaker Dr
Columbia, MD 21046

Clint U. writes: A great restaurant in the middle of a middle class neighborhood.   A little hard to find for non residents.  

Excellent French restaurant.   This is a 4.5 star restaurant...not the very best I have had....but never a disappointment.   the sauces and…

Smithsonian Folklife Festival

Between 23rd St NW, 2nd St NE
Independence and Constitution
Washington, DC 20050

Bucky K. writes: Whaddya mean that I may learn something at a festival?? Aren't you just supposed to eat your way through fairs and festivals?? And really bad-for-you-food at that, like deep friend Twinkies and such?

If you've even bothered to read the title, you…

Zephyr Deli

Grand Hyatt Washington
1000 H St NW
Washington, DC 20001

Nadine F. writes: This is a convenient lunch place near Metro Center, on the ground floor of one of those big hotels.  The sandwiches are good, but way, way overpriced.  The cookies and brownies, however, are top notch.  I've tried the double chocolate cookie, oatmeal…

Barnside Diner

6306 Little River Tpke
Alexandria, VA 22312

Rhonda W. writes: I found this place by chance. My husband and I were on the way to lunch meeting when we saw it and committed the location to memory. It served us well when I got a 1 am pregnancy food craving.

We were greeted by the staff as soon as we entered and…

Washington Bike Center

12969 Fair Lks Shoppng Ctr
Fairfax, VA 22033

Joe S. writes: Let me start off by saying I am a little bit biased b/c I used to work there. That being said, you will not find a more friendly, knowledgeable, and caring staff. Forget the big shops, they cannot help you out the way they will here. They truly go…

Borders Books Music Movies & Cafe
Neighborhood: Shaw

1800 L Street NW
Washington, DC 20001

Holly L. writes: It's an elegant bookstore of good size and nice collections. It's feature is the music sector at the basement. Also has nice cook book collection too. However, it's kind of business oriented and not hip enough.

Barnes & Noble Booksellers

555 12th Street NW
Washington, DC 20004

Xi W. writes: This Barnes and Noble is two-stories and smaller in size than your average suburban variety.  But what it lacks in size and selection, it makes up for in staff service and location.  The store is one block south of Metro Center and doubles as a great…

Central Liquor

917 F Street NW
Washington, DC 20004

Chris A. writes: I was pleasantly surprised when I walked in. I looked to my right and saw the favorites: Chimay, the whole Brooklyn line, and some Hop Pocket. Mmm. The wine and liquor selection here was well above average for the city and head and shoulders above…

Thai Farm

800 King Farm Blvd
Rockville, MD 20850

Daryll H. writes: Friend: "Rice, please."
Waitress: "Yes, please."

Accents Bead Shop

12112 Nebel St
Rockville, MD 20852

Katherine K. writes: If you make jewelry and the eh-eh selection at Michael's just won't do, then head over to Accents. The store keeps expanding, with much of the floor and walls packed with beads and displays.

Their specialty is semi-precious stone, organized by color…

Wellness Cafe
Neighborhood: Capitol Hill/Southeast

325 Pennsylvania Ave SE
Washington, DC 20003

alexis g. writes: Wellness Cafe offers vitamins, health food, smoothies and has an organic deli. Vitamins can be ordered from their online store as well, but their physical location is on the SE side of the Capitol. Wellness has an organic juice bar and fresh fruit…

A Briggs Passport & Visa Expeditors
Neighborhood: Georgetown

1054 31st St NW
Ste 270
Washington, DC 20007

Sarah F. writes: I am going to Spain and Mexico this August and up until a few days ago did not have a passport. I was also told to dream on when I told my friends I was applying for one, I would never get one in time...

I applied at the post office about three weeks…

Old Hickory Grill

15420 Old Columbia Pike Ste B
Burtonsville, MD 20866

John M. writes: Absolutely a great place for casual dining. Superb cajun, sandwiches, pork chops, etc. and they pour generous cocktails! Service is (almost) always good, prices are very reasonable, and Alki is just plain fun! A gem of a place hidden in a strip…

Georgette Klinger
Neighborhood: Friendship Heights

5335 Wisconsin Ave NW
Washington, DC 20015

ALLI J. writes: I happened to go here with my friend to celebrate her wedding - we did a 'girls day out' thing.  I NEVER would have gone to a fancy salon like this for a facial and brow wax if it hadnt had been for my friend, and that would have been tragic, for i…

Potbelly Sandwich Works

1660 L Street NW
Washington, DC 20036

Kevin L. writes: I think we're already established that I'm pretty much the number one fan of Potbelly's oatmeal chocolate cookie.  And we're also very familiar with my amazing lack of willpower when it comes to limiting my food intake when I go out to eat.  Thus,…

Miso Cafe Japanese Restaurant

7410 Little River Tpke
Annandale, VA 22003

Michael F. writes: Miso has quickly become one of my favorite restaurants in Annadale.  The first time I went, I went in not expecting too much.  I figured it would just be another Korean-style Japanese restaurant, which are plentiful in the area.  But, my roommate…

Xiu Xiu Nail Spa
Neighborhood: Tenleytown

4000 Wisconsin Ave NW
Washington, DC 20016

Shannon M. writes: I have tried many salons mentioned by other yelpers (most frequently Nail Avenue).  They all have their shortcomings e.g. poor sanitation, cranky owners, old nail polish, and high prices.  I really REALLY like and recommend Xiu Xiu at 4000 Wisconsin…

MD/VA CRAB JOINTS

Springfield, VA 22152

Sandra K. writes: Obrycki's
Baltimore
a great place for people who love crabs but also those who don't---steaks, burgers and it's white tablecloth
they use a special seasoning that's really really unique
dinner for 2---$100

Captain Pells Crabhouse
Fairfax, VA
typical crab…

Washington City Paper
Neighborhood: Adams Morgan

2390 Champlain Street NW
Washington, DC 20009

Kathleen M. writes: The City Paper is the shit, for many reasons.

1) It's FREE.
2) It comes out on Thursdays which are otherwise lame because you're close to Friday, but the weekend seems so far away.
3) Unlike other DC papers, the columns are actually interesting,…

the Onion

1515 N Courthouse Rd
Arlington, VA 22201

Ray C. writes: Finally, we're a "real" city!! :)  We have the Onion!

A satirical look at the news and more is just the thing we Washingtonians need to loosen up!  People take things way to seriously here and the Onion is here to help!

The A.V. Club is the Onion's…

Sammy's Coffee Kiosk
Neighborhood: Foggy Bottom

2121 Virginia Ave NW
Washington, DC 20037

Mel B. writes: Just to clarify, I am referring to the corner of Virgina ave 22nd Street, across the street from the flags that fly on the side of the Pan American Health Organization, so this is in the Foggy Bottom/State Department neighborhood.

There is a man named…