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DC Natives Recommendations

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Non Touristy Spots in DC from a native Washingtonian.
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Restaurants - Arlington, VA

Born and Raised in DC. I love to explore DC, Maryland, Virginia. 

 
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Try Their Lunch Bento - You won't regret it.
Yunnan By Potomac. #foodie #dc
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My Full Youtube Review
Weekday Bento Lunch - Visiting Yunnan By Potomac
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Tried their Brunch Small Plates there is so much more we want to try.
Vlog w/ Brunch at Chang Chang DC
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Our favorite location. Morning weekend staff is so nice.
Bob & Edith's Diner
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This location has never failed me. Pastas here are my favorite and sometimes i like to sit in front of the pizza owen and watch the orders.
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Curry Goat, every last one of their kebabs are delicious.
Kabob Palace

Restaurants - Washington DC

 
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Neighborhood Gem.- They carry imported European foods, and make fresh deli sandwiches. I typically she the turkey sandwich and whatever soup they have in the fridge.
Stachowski's Market
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Trinidadian Food which isn't not that abundant in DC. My favorite is their lunchtime Chicken and Beef Roti. Chinese Chicken Rice Bowl , Beef Pie, and Oxtail. I also think the fried snapper is well done.
Cane
 
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My favorite dish was the mushroom Pasta, great for dinner parties as well.
Home | Mazi Restaurant DC
 
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They make simple homestyle breakfasts. No seating though.
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Brussels Sprouts are a favorite, my mom loves the mole, we also can't get enough of the Happy Hour Taquitos.
Best Mexican food in Washington, DC | Paraiso - Mexican Restaurant ...
 
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I love how they serve burgers. I'm a plain cheeseburger. Cheese fries are always a hit but eat them while hot. I love the crust on the smash burgers.
Shake Shack
 
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Meat on a stick, trust me try every one of them and the dumplings which are handmade right in front of you if you come and the right time.
Copycat Co.
 
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Matchbox has the thinnest crust possible and I love it. Please try the 3/6/9 Burgers, Avocado Tower, and their Small Plates Brunch
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Comfort Food and Family friendly. They have the biggest booths, and their homemade poptarts and made in the window. My favorite is the classic strawberry.
Ted's Bulletin - Capitol Hill
 
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Hours are weird, so make sure you call first. I love the spinach patty warmed up at home. 50 Shades of Green Juice
Turning Natural
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Please come to Ward 8 East of the River and patronize our restaurants. Great curry goat.
Caribbean Citations
 
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Small space, the wait is worth it. Shoyu Ramen and the Spicy Miso Ramen.
DAIKAYA
 
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Sweet Potato Pancakes the chicken panini, Vegan Nachos
Busboys and Poets
 
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Jambalaya Pasta, Breakfast is amazing. Comfort food.
Highlands Cafe & Grill