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Image: Some dishes are easier to share than others. Last Updated: December 2022 Current Status: Sit-down, take-out and delivery. Overview: D.C. now has enough reliably good taco spots that a legitimate debate can happen over which one is the best. Taqueria Habanero has been a title contender since it opened nearly a decade ago. It […]
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Image: Sausage and Salad. Last Updated: October 2021 Current Status: Open for dine-in with indoor and outdoor (uncovered) seating. Take-out and delivery available. Overview: Thip Khao is a D.C. treasure. An idea that became a phenomenon and is now a fixture. Chef Seng Luangrath is a leader of the Lao Food Movement and this space, […]
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Image: Salmon al Carbón with shrimp, papas con rajas, and garlic spinach. Last Updated: July 2026 Current Status: They closed in May 2026. Might come back as something else. Overview: Anafre is the first version of a restaurant focused on Mexican coastal cuisine from the acclaimed Solis siblings. Recently, their newer Mariscos 1133 was named […]
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Image: Mofongo and Chicken Last Updated: May 2021 Current Status: The fact so many Dominican pro ballplayers happily eat from Los Hermanos is a pretty good endorsement. The gem of Dominican favorites in Columbia Heights has taken out its seating (at least prior to May 21 DC re-opening). But they do have lots of good […]
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Image: Nasi Lemak take-out. Last Updated: March 2025 Makan closed in February 2025 Overview: Makan has a great location on the corner of 11th and Park in Columbia Heights with big windows on two sides that can open to the street. It also occupies a niche in the D.C. dining world with its focus on […]
Read MoreLast Updated: 6/13/2020 Current Status: The excellent bar with very good food has expanded its offerings during the ‘Rona times. The patio is now open for sit-down service Wednesday – Sunday, 5 pm – 9 pm. They have partnered with Matt Crowley, formerly of Spoken English, to do a sandwich shop and more – including […]
Read MoreLast Updated: July 2022 Current Status: Bad Saint closed after giving a go of it for months. Summary: Cuisine: Filipino Neighborhood: Columbia Heights/Petworth Address: 3226 11th St NW, Washington DC Website: http://www.badsaintdc.com/ Reservations: http://www.badsaintdc.com/reservations
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Image: Chicken Tikka Masala, Daal, Saag Panir Last Updated: April 17, 2021 Current Status: Bombay Street Food just keeps going. They opened a third location which they are calling an “Express” in North Dupont. Open for dine-in, take-out and delivery. Before Times Write-up: First Visit: November 2019 Bombay Street Food is one of the […]
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