Washington Local Lists
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by Lauren Sloat
Citysearch Editor
Shopping on a Budget in Washington
Take it from a shopaholic, D.C.'s got some great deals if you're willing to do a bit of digging. From new work clothes for less than $10 to barely-worn designer apparel at a fraction of the original cost, spruce up your wardrobe with marked-down, vintage or… more
In this list: Secondi , Meeps & Aunt Neensie's Vintage, Loehmann's, Frugalista
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by Lauren Sloat
Citysearch Editor
Do yourself a favor and get cracking on holiday shopping earlier than you did last year, or risk having to give everyone you know fuzzy bunny slippers. Again. No inspiration? No problem! With all of D.C.'s museum shops and quiet, corner gift stores, it's… more
In this list: Wake Up Little Suzie, Rckndy, Chocolate Moose, Apres Peau
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by Lauren Sloat
Citysearch Editor
It's the tastiest time of year again--but don't let Thanksgiving dinner be spoiled by a kitchen disaster! This year, leave the big day to the pros at some of Washington's favorite restaurants; say thanks by eating copious amounts of delicious food and nap it… more
In this list: Georgia Brown's, 1789 Restaurant, Blue Duck Tavern, Corduroy
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by Lauren Sloat
Citysearch Editor
Best of Citysearch Spa & Beauty
Washington, we get a bad rap. "Hollywood for ugly people," are you kidding me? We may have more important things to do than watching (or participating in) reality TV shows, but I, for one, like my politics with highlights and a monthly pedicure. What's your… more
In this list: Grooming Lounge, Bliss Spa, Blondie's Spa Hair Studio, PR at Partners Metro Ctr
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by Lauren Sloat
Citysearch Editor
Editor's Favorites: Lauren Sloat
As the character Lester Bangs proclaimed in the movie "Almost Famous," "The only true currency in this bankrupt world is what you share with someone else when you are uncool." Turns out, I'm rich in that sort of cash. Whether selflessly taste-testing cocktails… more
In this list: Local 16, The Gibson, Tabard Inn Restaurant, Artfully Chocolate Kingsbury Confections, ACKC
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by Katie Heffernan
Citysearch Editor
There's no combination quite like the bread, the red and the cheese--but sometimes the thought of delivery (greasy-bottomed cardboard boxes, the awkwardness of the pajama-front-door-answer) is enough to make you give that sushi-deli-taco-express mart around… more
In this list: Coppi's, Pizzeria Paradiso, 2 Amys, The Source
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by Katie Heffernan
Citysearch Editor
Though DC is known for great seafood, it's not necessarily known for the raw kind--but that's not to say it shouldn't be. These sushi restaurants, from fine dining destinations to neighborhood finds, are good enough to put the district on the foodie map.
In this list: Kaz Sushi Bistro, Makoto, Sushi Ko, Sushi Taro
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by Joanna McSweeney
Citysearch Editor
It's five o'clock and your head feels like it weighs a ton. We know life in the nation's capitol can be full of headaches, what with all the filibusters and intern scandals. Slip out before the boss sees, call up your friends and grab a drink. See where… more
In this list: Shelly's Back Room, Old Ebbitt Grill, Sonoma Restaurant + Wine Bar, Urbana Restaurant
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by Makeda
Best Shoe Boutiques in Washington
The Washington metro area's shopping outlets have not reached its potential but that does not mean there aren't a handful of stores that specialize in carrying one of a kind and designer items for fashionistas who lust for the very best shoes without… more
In this list: Sassanova, Shoe Fly, Hu's Shoes Inc, Intermix
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by mmorley2
Citysearch Editor
Four of O.A.R.'s five members met in a Maryland high school; they picked up the fifth in college. They recently told Citysearch some of their favorite places at home and on the road.
In this list: Paul Kee Restaurant, Panache Restaurant, Moby Dick House Of Kabab, Tachibana
