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Washingtonian @washingtonian.com · Jan 22

IT’S TIME—Introducing Washingtonian’s 100 Very Best Restaurants 2025! 🍽️

Your ultimate dining guide to the DC region. This is our annual ranked list of the top 100 restaurants in DC, Maryland, and Virginia. Who’s hungry? ⤵️

The 100 Very Best Restaurants in Washington, DC

Your ultimate guide for where to eat in the DC area. Here is our ranked list of the top restaurants in DC, Maryland, and Virginia.

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Washingtonian @washingtonian.com · 9h

Here’s your October cheat sheet for food and drink festivals and events around DC.

16 Cool Fall Food Events Around DC - Washingtonian

Celebrate the season with oysters, pie contests, and plenty of pumpkins

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Washingtonian @washingtonian.com · 11h

Sietsema was also among a shrinking class of food critics who still attempted to remain anonymous—though most restaurateurs who cared to recognize him did.

Tom Sietsema Is Stepping Down as Washington Post Food Critic

He also publicly unveiled his face for the first time.

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Washingtonian @washingtonian.com · 13h

In an era of bombast and spectacle, Virginia’s Democratic nominee for governor doesn’t go viral, doesn’t do stunts, and promises competence instead of chaos. So far, it’s working for her.

Can Abigail Spanberger Make Politics Boring Again?

In an era of bombast and spectacle, Virginia’s Democratic nominee for governor doesn’t go viral, doesn’t do stunts, and promises competence instead of chaos. So far, it’s working for her.

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Washingtonian @washingtonian.com · 15h

A Capitol Hill townhouse, an Alexandria bungalow, a Silver Spring house, and a Dupont Circle townhome.

4 Must-See Open Houses This Weekend - Washingtonian

This week’s picks feature three residences under $1 million plus a luxe townhouse in Dupont Circle. A Capitol Hill Townhouse Photograph courtesy of Trendy Photographic Photograph courtesy of Trendy…

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Washingtonian @washingtonian.com · 1d

Washingtonian celebrated the 2025 Style Setters and their guest with an intimate dinner.

Photos from Washingtonian’s 2025 Style Setter’s Dinner Reception - Washingtonian

On Tuesday October 7th, 2025 Washingtonian gathered the 2025 Style Setter's and previous honorees for an intimate dinner at Casamara. Guests arrived to an elegant atmosphere where they mingled over…

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Washingtonian @washingtonian.com · 1d

Bradshaw is the founder and executive director of Dreaming Out Loud, a food justice nonprofit he began in 2008 to increase food equity east of the Anacostia River.

New Anacostia Market Is a Dream Come True for Community - Washingtonian

Marion Barry Avenue Market and Cafe started with a vision. Chris Bradshaw was looking across the street at a closed restaurant in 2012, when he thought: “That could be a grocery store one day.” He…

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Washingtonian @washingtonian.com · 1d

From oyster shucking on the waterfront to whiskey tastings to pumpkin-filled afternoons, our area offers plenty of ways to savor autumn.

16 Cool Fall Food Events Around DC - Washingtonian

Celebrate the season with oysters, pie contests, and plenty of pumpkins

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Washingtonian @washingtonian.com · 1d

Is it really fall before you’ve had your first pumpkin-y, cinnamon-y, or otherwise cozy coffee of the year? Here are a few to try around DC:

Cozy Up With These Fall Coffee Drinks Around The DC Area - Washingtonian

Start the day with Cinnamon Toast Crunch—in your coffee.

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Washingtonian @washingtonian.com · 1d

Here’s where to get out and see the colors in all their autumnal glory 🍁

Six Great Hikes Near DC For Seeing Gorgeous Fall Foliage

Lace up your hiking boots: peak fall color hits later this month.

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Washingtonian @washingtonian.com · 1d

Here’s a list of family-friendly Halloween concerts, pumpkin pickings, festive train rides, and lots more happenings around town that all ages can enjoy.

14 Halloween Activities for Kids to Do in the DC Area

Air & Scare, Boo at the Zoo, and Harbor Halloween are back this month.

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Washingtonian @washingtonian.com · 1d

Free DC's executive director, one of DC's biggest social media influencers and more. Here is a monthly roundup of people we’d like to have over for drinks, food, and conversation.

Guest List: 5 People We’d Love to Hang Out With This October

A monthly roundup of people we’d like to have over for drinks, food, and conversation.

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Washingtonian @washingtonian.com · 1d

Good morning, on Friday's Washingtonian Today:

- Senators vamoose as shutdown pain increases
- Trump’s campaign for Nobel Peace Prize foiled
- The DC streetcar is toast

Senators Vamoose as Shutdown Pain Increases, Trump’s Campaign for Nobel Peace Prize Foiled, and the DC Streetcar Is Toast - Washingtonian

Good morning. Increasingly cloudy with a high around 66 today. A low near 53 overnight.🚦Fleece vest traffic control system🚦: (A new fall feature on Washingtonian Today where our proprietary…

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Washingtonian @washingtonian.com · 2d

This 130-year-old building at 219 M Street, Northwest, recently hit the market. A quick look at the offering here:

Want to Live in a DC Firehouse?

Sorry, the historic building doesn’t come with a pole.

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Washingtonian @washingtonian.com · 2d

In the late ’80s and early ’90s, the DC hardcore band Swiz was a familiar presence around town, playing shows that were chaotic and exciting, scary and inspiring.

DC Punk Explored in Three New History Books

Two are about zines and one chronicles Swiz.

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Washingtonian @washingtonian.com · 2d

Until now, Sietsema was one of the longest tenured full-time critics still reviewing restaurants in America.

Tom Sietsema Is Stepping Down as Washington Post Food Critic

He also publicly unveiled his face for the first time.

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Washingtonian @washingtonian.com · 2d

One local college counselor shares her insights on how to best support a child’s path towards their dream school.

The Best DC-Area Private High Schools to Enroll Your Child In

One local college counselor shares her insights on how to best support a child’s path towards their dream school.

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Washingtonian @washingtonian.com · 2d

Good morning, on Wednesday’s Washingtonian Today:

- IRS tells furloughed Feds they’ll get back pay after Trump says they might not
- Trump lands a big peace deal
- Publix is coming to NoVa

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IRS Tells Furloughed Feds They’ll Get Back Pay After Trump Says They Might Not, Trump Lands a Big Peace Deal, and Publix Is Coming to NoVa - Washingtonian

Good morning. Sunny and breezy with a high of just 66 today. A low near 44 overnight.🚦Fleece vest traffic control system🚦: (A limited-edition feature on Washingtonian Today where our proprietary...

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Washingtonian @washingtonian.com · 3d

Over his tenure, Tom Sietsema estimates he’s written 1,200 full reviews, 50 dining guides, and answered thousands of reader Q&As.

Tom Sietsema Is Stepping Down as Washington Post Food Critic

He also publicly unveiled his face for the first time.

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Washingtonian @washingtonian.com · 3d

As a politician, Abigail Spanberger isn’t electrifying. She’s not an Obama or an AOC. She’s not furious like Elizabeth Warren or raw like Cory Booker. Instead, she’s calm and poised, competent and thorough.

Can Abigail Spanberger Make Politics Boring Again?

In an era of bombast and spectacle, Virginia’s Democratic nominee for governor doesn’t go viral, doesn’t do stunts, and promises competence instead of chaos. So far, it’s working for her.

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Washingtonian @washingtonian.com · 3d

Hey DC! Need something fun to do this week to unplug from the bad news? Here are some things going on:

🏎️ Race the District
🎤 Nikki Glaser comedy show
🍗 MD State BBQ Bash

33 Things to Do in the DC Area This Week and Weekend

Hop in a go-kart at Race the District, sample beer at Snallygaster, and more.

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Washingtonian @washingtonian.com · 3d

A UVA professor says furloughs historically cost civil servants much more than their paychecks.

How Much Worse Can This Government Shutdown Make Federal Workers Feel? - Washingtonian

Federal workers have had a challenging year, to say the least. Given President Trump's efforts to gut and restructure the bureaucracy, soundtracked by the roar of Elon Musk's DOGE chainsaw in the…

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Washingtonian @washingtonian.com · 3d

Sorry, the historic building doesn’t come with a pole.

Want to Live in a DC Firehouse?

Sorry, the historic building doesn’t come with a pole.

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Washingtonian @washingtonian.com · 3d

Good morning, on Wednesday’s Washingtonian Today:

- Trump’s shutdown antics vex Republicans
- Ireland hopes to sell its DC embassy
- Renaissance Festival sues most foul varlets

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Trump’s Shutdown Antics Vex Republicans, Ireland Hopes to Sell Its DC Embassy, and Renaissance Festival Sues Most Foul Varlets - Washingtonian

Good morning. Rain this morning yields to windy weather and a high around 73. A low of 49 overnight as cooler weather approaches.🚦Fleece vest traffic control system🚦: (A new fall feature on Washingtonian...

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Washingtonian @washingtonian.com · 4d

Three new history books explore DC punk, two are about zines and one chronicles Swiz.

DC Punk Explored in Three New History Books

Two are about zines and one chronicles Swiz.

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Washingtonian @washingtonian.com · 4d

If you need some distraction from the shutdown, here are museums and other things to do in the DC area offering free or discounted admission.

DC Museums and Attractions Offering Shutdown Discounts for Federal Workers - Washingtonian

The list includes the Spy Museum, Planet Word, and the Washington Spirit.

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