Olde Towne School For Dogs

529 Oronoco St
Alexandria, VA 22314

Margo G. writes: The best boot camp $1500+ bones can buy!

Yes, I am a graduate of Alexandria's Olde Towne School For Dogs.  How does one come by such an honor, you ask?  At 20 weeks, I was evaluated for charm, aptitude, fluff-appeal, character, maturity, and physical…

Lawson's Gourmet Provisions

1776 I St NW
Washington, DC 20006

Adam M. writes: you can get a schmear w/ coffee for about $3.50.   not a bad breakfast.  the staff is efficient.  just watch out--the coffee is ALWAYS boiling hot...i recommend double couping it and sleeve or else you'll burn yourself.

The Container Store
Neighborhood: Tenleytown

4500 Wisconsin Avenue N.W.
Washington, DC 20016

jenn h. writes: My closet doors are orange.  Let me repeat: MY CLOSET DOORS ARE ORANGE!  I'd prefer not to be reminded of Halloween or citrus fruits as I'm picking out my outfit for the day.  But the couple who lived in our house before us was... "artistic" (and…

At the Beach Tanning
Neighborhood: Tenleytown

4926 Wisconsin Ave NW
Washington, DC 20016

alexis g. writes: I know, I know, tanning is really bad for people. Blah, blah. Sometimes it has to be done, at least in my case. If I go to the beach with no base, then I burn and peel and get all nasty. It's all about the base tan, people.

With that said, At the…

edaymovie.com

Washington, DC 20007

Dorris L. writes: THE only place I've ever found that actually carries that obscure martial arts flick you've been trying to track down. This foreign film website specializes in movies (DVDs, VCDs - all regions) that were filmed/produced/written in Asia, with Asian…

Capitol City Brewing Co

1100 New York Ave NW
Washington, DC 20005

MiRIAM w. writes: I feel like I've been (unwittingly) on a sports bar tour this week. Someone, keep me away from the flat screen TVs and the soft pretzels, please!

Capitol City Brewing Company holds the distinction of being the best sports bar I visited all week. No…

Capitol Nail Salon
Neighborhood: Capitol Hill/Northeast

201 Massachusetts Ave NE
Washington, DC 20002

Danielle K. writes: **Pedicure Only**

One terrible weekend I attempted to move from Alexandria to Columbia Heights. After the movers didn't show, it was 90 degrees, I hauled all my stuff up stairs when I was supposed to be watching young, strapping men do it, and my dads…

Chef Geoff's

3201 New Mexico Ave NW
Washington, DC 20016

Kevin L. writes: Serrano ham-wrapped giant sea scallops served over a bed of creamy risotto with truffle oil.  Need I say more?

No?  I don't care.  I'm going to tell you, anyway.

I was fortunate enough to dine with some of my fave DC Yelpers to catch up over a bite…

Amada Amante

9755 Traville Gateway Dr
Rockville, MD 20850

Colm C. writes: I also noticed the dressed down appearance of patrons.  If you decide to eat there I definitely suggest the Foie Gras.  It is so rich and flavorful.  I must say to never order the chocolate fondue.  It is a chocolate water nightmare.  But dress up if…

Quest Diagnostics

1145 19th St NW
Suite 701
Washington, DC 20036

alexis g. writes: Don't even think about doing a walk-in for this place. Call to make an appointment, unless you enjoy waiting more than an hour. It happened to me, and I can't even complain -- it was my fault for not making an appointment. I was getting bloodwork…

Vermilion

1120 King St
Alexandria, VA 22314

Venu N. writes: I strongly disagree with the poster that claimed Vermilion has a "generic" menu.  My starter soup, the Jerusalem artichoke, was a tasty cream-based delight combined with pork meat balls (hence the Jerusalem influence) and topped with razor thin…

Chick-Fil-A

21100 Dulles Town Cir
Sterling, VA 20166

Heath A. writes: Chick-Fil-A is A Number One Chicken Sandwich and Nuggets

For those that write that Chick-Fil-A is just another fast food joint are sadly mistaken. This isn't about greasy fried chicken pieces. This place is about the Chicken Sandwich and nobody does…

Don Beyer Volvo - Alexandria

7416 Richmond Hwy
Alexandria, VA 22306

Jaye V. writes: This is a review of their service center only.  I took my Subaru here for a servicing and a recall fix, after being fed up with Farrish in Tyson's Corner and their sudden 3 things wrong with my car every time I came to visit them.  I was able to drop…

Gallaudet University

200 Florida Ave NW
Washington, DC 20002

JD N. writes: Oh Gallaudet!

G A L L A U D E T !

The world's only liberal arts university for the Deaf. An amazing experience and definitely a culture shock.

It was incredible seeing your computer lab being fulled by people who have their hands in the air so that the…

Murphy's Grand Irish Pub

713 King St
Alexandria, VA 22314

Justin S. writes: Trivia at Murphy's is a time warp!!! ONE game took all night... there were 70 questions, and they were issued over the course of 180 minutes.  There were no essay questions!!  No one needs 3 minutes to decide whether or not they know which actress is…

Tunnicliff's Tavern
Neighborhood: Capitol Hill/Southeast

222 7th St SE
Washington, DC 20003

jenn h. writes: So... I should first disclose that my visit here came about only after quite some time beforehand at the Yelp event at Sonoma Wine Bar.  Let me repeat: WINE bar.  Yelp event.  Many generous glasses of WINE were consumed by yours truly before I hit up…

Philadelphia Pizza Co
Neighborhood: Georgetown

1201 34th St NW
Washington, DC 20007

Catherine M. writes: Philly Peeeeeeeeeeeee!
Can't say I've been here at any point before 1:30 nights. Regardless (or perhaps better put, THEREFORE), the pizza has always been supremely satisfying to me. $3.00 for a slice and by slice I mean your very own quarter of a…

Lebanese Taverna Market

4400 Old Dominion Dr
Arlington, VA 22207

Sean C. writes: In a way this review is unfair.  I'm writing it late.  I have been here several times and neglected to write a review.  I really do like Lebanese Taverna Market.  Their hummus, babaganouj and kibbeh are excellent, but this weekend I found a place I…

Prime Cleaners of Reston Town Center

11919 Freedom Dr
Reston, VA 20190

Lynn S. writes: This tiny little shop surprised me.  They have no printed price list, but the owner gladly gave me the total cost before I left.  The items I left were properly cleaned, hung gently (a sweater was tissued between the folds) and were ready when the…

Green Papaya

4922 Elm St
Bethesda, MD 20814

Paul M. writes: Anyone else read "The Economist?" This week there was a phenomenal article about ringworms. Apparently the newly discovered toughest / lightest material in the world is ringworm teeth - a stunning combination of zinc and proteins. Funny, because I…

Columbia Mirror & Glass of Georgetown Inc

2212 Wisconsin Ave NW
Washington, DC 20007

alexis g. writes: OK I couldn't resist rating this place, because it was always very intriguing to me when I lived in Glover Park. It is a showroom of mirrors and glass tables. But they are not NEW glass mirrors and tables, they seem to have been swiped from the…

Pink November
Neighborhood: U Street Corridor

1231 U St., NW
Washington, DC 20007

alexis g. writes: Pink November is a very cute, modern-looking store on U St. near Ben's Chili Bowl. The storefront is very inviting, even though some of the bold pink lettering has been ripped down by passersby. This store always has very appealing, hip  women's…

Revolution Records
Neighborhood: Van Ness/Forest Hills

4215 Connecticut Ave. NW
Washington, DC 20008

Greg M. writes: Revolution, at the Van Ness Metro station, is one of  those places that makes you feel cooler just for entering it. The friendly and knowledgable staff (usually the owners), the brightly painted walls, and dozens of shelves holding CDs, books, DVDs,…

Appalachian Spring
Neighborhood: Georgetown

1415 Wisconsin Ave NW
Washington, DC 20007

Jennifer S. writes: Remember as a kid when you could lose time doing something as simple as looking through a kaleidoscope? It happened to me just last weekend, and I'm no longer a kid (at least, physically).

While upon first impression you see mostly glass art…

Company Flowers

2105 N Pollard St
Arlington, VA 22207

Kel D. writes: While it's a cute shop with fresh flowers, I found Company Flowers to be overpriced and under-helpful

Random Harvest
Neighborhood: Georgetown

1313 Wisconsin Ave NW
Washington, DC 20007

Jennifer S. writes: I recycle...I buy antiques.

Over the years I have spent GOBS of money in this store on (of course) lots of big ticket items; it's been very bad for my checking account. They have locations in Bethesda and Alexandria, but my favorite will always be…

Wedding Photojournalism by Rodney Bailey

Arlington, VA 22201

Jennifer S. writes: One look at Rodney Bailey's online album and you'll see why this photojournalist is a DC area favorite. He covered the wedding of a girlfriend of mine. His photos are inventive with unique perspectives and evoke a lot of emotion. From what I…

Carl Bower Photographs
Neighborhood: Van Ness/Forest Hills

4707 Connecticut Ave NW
#602
Washington, DC 20008

Jennifer S. writes: A girlfriend of mine hired this photojournalist to cover her wedding. Now I know that photojournalism is THE way to go! He was very discreet - never intruding on any moments and often took photos from afar. The results? Probably the most beautiful…

Morton's The Steakhouse

11956 Market Street
Reston, VA 20190

Sam R. writes: Bartender Michelle: "Guys, you're not going to believe this but we lost your check. Can you tell me what you guys had?"

Me - with an empty glass of Makers and a bottle of Amstel light sitting in front of me "Umm ... just drinking waters, thanks!"

Truth…

California Tortilla
Neighborhood: Cleveland Park

3501 Connecticut Ave
Washington, DC 20008

Erin W. writes: I love CalTort. I don't give a rat's a** if it's authentic Mexican or CalMex or whatever. The food is good, the menu is large, everything can be made veg, the owner writes an amusing newsletter every month, and come on, what other restaurant has the…

Finn MacCool's
Neighborhood: Capitol Hill/Southeast

713 8th St SE
Washington, DC 20003

Julie H. writes: I'll admit it, one of my favorite bar games is shuffleboard. Nothing goes better together than beer and shuffleboard. Er, and people. I had become so addicted to shuffleboard that I've looked into (a) owning my own shuffleboard and (b) trying to find…

Bua Restaurant
Neighborhood: Dupont Circle

1635 P St NW
Washington, DC 20036

MiRIAM w. writes: In warm weather I could see Bua's second floor deck being a nice spot to dine. But when I went this week for lunch it was snowing so I enjoyed the twinkling Christmas lights in the fireplace instead.

Nothing about Bua particularly wowed me though my…

Five Oaks Antiques

2413 Mount Vernon Ave
Alexandria, VA 22301

Krista C. writes: Five Oaks Antiques is a great place to hunt down old treasures, like grandma's precious English china. In addition to housing a diverse selection of antiques, there is a small selection of new merchandise (candles, small handbags) in the basement. If…

Safelite Auto Glass

6600 Springfield Mall
Springfield, VA 22150

Krista C. writes: I recently had my windshield replaced after I accidentally cracked it trying to kill a bee with a squeegee. Oops, can't blame a girl for trying to avoid being stung. I guess that's what I get for trying to hurt a little old bee. Since I knew nothing…

New York Gourmet Deli

2000 L St NW Lbby
Washington, DC 20036

Gracie B. writes: Wow - I haven't been here in years.  I used to work at 21st and L.  Well, I was the intern.  The admin broke her foot and for about a month, the other intern and I went to get her breakfast.  The staff here is so nice.  They always remembered us ( 4…

House of Dynasty

7550 Telegraph Rd
Alexandria, VA 22315

Zack S. writes: If you didn't know any better, you would not step foot inside Dynasty. It is at the end of a strip mall, a block away from my old high school. So right off the bat, it's got two things going against it: 1) it's part of a strip mall (enough said), and…

Fiore Di Luna

1025 Seneca Rd
Great Falls, VA 22066

David W. writes: Updated: So sad - new owners place has fallen apart. Bad service, mediocre food, empty wine cellar.

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So rare, a white table cloth restaurant you can enter without wading through the spumes of hoity toity so…

Barkley Square Gourmet Dog Bakery

1 Wales Alley
Alexandria, VA 22314

Tyler N. writes: I used to mock stores like this and the people who would shop at them.  What kind of person buys a box of peanut butter bonbons and a "Dog Perignonn" chew toy for their dog, when a dog would be equally happy with an old sock filled with pork chop…

Paul's Discount Wine & Liquors
Neighborhood: Friendship Heights

5205 Wisconsin Ave NW
Washington, DC 20015

Paul M. writes: A rose by any other name would smell as sweet.

In a part of town which has been brought to its knees, which is a constant  scene of fear and devastation, a part of town where grown men openly weep in the street, a part of town where children grow up…

Sharrod Ford

Bowie, MD 20717

Kaya A. writes: I do realize that I am violating the spirit of Yelp reviews, but let's consider it as thinking outside the box, shall we?

Sharrod Ford, former forward for the Clemson Tigers, took my sports conditioning class today.  He was taking it easy in a sea…