Things To Do

United States Holocaust Memorial Museum

For those that have not been, we recommend checking out the Holocaust Museum. It is sobering, but powerful. Kiki particularly recommends the exhibit on Americans in the Holocaust.

National Building Museum

One of the few museums in DC that is not free, but worth the admission charge!

Theodore Roosevelt Island

If you need some nature, head to Roosevelt Island. With a great statue and some quotes from our 26th president, there are a few trails around the island.

El Centro

DC is a city that loves a bottomless brunch, and this is a great spot for an all you can eat and drink brunch on the weekends. There is a nice rooftop patio for enjoying delicious margaritas!

The Sovereign

A gem in Georgetown with delicious Belgium food. A must for beer lovers! To make it extra special, Kiki and Derek went here on one of their first dates after seeing a play at Georgetown.

Call Your Mother

Whoever said DC does not have decent bagels has not been to Call Your Mother! Also worth trying their donuts. This was Biden's first restaurant outing as president in DC: https://dc.eater.com/2021/1/25/22248382/president-joe-biden-visit-call-your-mother-bagels-georgetown

POV Rooftop

Rooftop views of the White House and mall

The Roost

This food hall is just a couple blocks from Kiki and Derek's apartment and serves an array of food, including respectable pizza.

Eastern Market

Another spot in your neighborhood. The farmers market on the weekend is a great place to pick up some unique DC souvenirs.

Don Ciccio & Figli

There are a ton of distilleries and breweries in Ivy City to check out, but we would particularly recommend this place for some Italian liqueurs and imaginative cocktails.

Archipelago

Kiki lived across the street from this Tiki bar for many years and it holds a very special place in heart. Particularly recommended for happy hour!

Judy Restaurant

Salvadoran's are DC's biggest immigrant population, which means there are a lot of pupuserias. Judy's is a bit of a hole in the wall, but there is no where better in DC for pupusas.

Dukem Ethiopian Restaurant

DC is known for its Ethiopian, and this is one of the best spots for it.

Ben's Chili Bowl

A DC landmark. Chili, chili dogs, burgers, and more in a casual, laidback setting. Make sure to check out the mural on the side of the building!

Smithsonian's National Zoo

Head to DC's zoo to meet Tian Tian, Mei Xiang and Xiao Qi Ji!

National Museum of African American History and Culture

The Big Board

Derek’s favorite burger in DC, by far!