Cafe Italia I

519 23rd St S
Arlington, VA 22202

Jeff S. writes: Cafe Italia restaurant is a gem on 23rd St. in Crystal City! We came across it visiting a friend at her new home in the neighborhood.

I would probably give them 4.5 stars,but I am optimistic about this place so I will round up! :)

The service was…

Elevation Burger

442 S. Washington St.
Falls Church, VA 22041

Kathleen M. writes: Elevation Burger ranks high in my book simply because I don't know where else I could find an inexpensive, grass-fed, organic, fast-food style burger. In addition to this great concept, they've managed to pull it off well, adding great choices like 2…

Johnny Rockets

1100 S Hayes St # M134
Pentagon City Mall
Arlington, VA 22202

Grace W. writes: I always end up happy after a biiiig greeeeeasy burger here. Nevermind the fact that I feel round enough to roll back home afterwards... I need to go try their shakes/malts, though. (Never had the stomach space for one.)

Merrifield Kabob

8428 Lee Highway
Fairfax, VA 22031

Leila S. writes: I have always believed that people tend to become experts about whatever concerns their parents' occupation. Therefore, being the daughter of a kaboby owner, I believe that I have the right to call myself a kabob connoisseur.

I know which spices are…

Grapeseed Bistro & Wine Bar

4865 Cordell Ave Ste C
Bethesda, MD 20814

Laura V. writes: I have a good friend that has always wanted to try Grapeseed.  Having traipsed around Bethesda many times myself over the last few years, I was also intrigued.  Thus,this was the perfect spot to take her for her birthday.  (Grapeseed is definitely a…

PR @ Partners

2033 K Street NW
Washington, DC 20006

Melissa N. writes: I'm a low-maintenence type of person... sure, I like makeup and looking pretty as much as the next girl, but not if I have to sacrifice a lot of time, money, and/or sleep to achieve these results.  Therefore, I like a haircut that doesn't require…

Fahrenheit Restaurant

3100 South St NW
Washington, DC 20007

Timothy S. writes: The staff -- AMAZING, bar none.
The food -- very good, what I would expect from this place
The prices -- outrageous (the reason for the -1 star).
The decor -- AMAZING!

If you have the money to spend, or really want a great experience -- go here.  And I…

Forever 21

6500 Springfield Mall
Springfield, VA 22150

D Q. writes: I know! what is a grown ass woman doing in a little girlie store?
The dresses!!! yes go for the dresses!!!

I can always find my size in this store as opposed to the Pentagon City location. You look good and your pockets are still full.

Auntie Anne's Pretzels

40 Massachusetts Ave NE
Washington, DC 20002

Jed S. writes: Yes, it's a chain, and so I could copy and paste this review into any of the Auntie Annie locations from which I've bought pretzels (and just well might, come to think of it!). Still, chain or no chain, they have some of the best soft pretzels out…

The Paper Store

7712 Woodmont Ave
Bethesda, MD 20814

Judy E. writes: The Paper Store moved to a new location, less visible, on Bethesda Avenue in the first block off Wisconsin Avenue. Whenever I need something for a party (decorations, plates, things for bachelorette parties, etc., they always seem to have what I…

Rite Aid

5350 Westbard Ave
Westwood Shoppng Center
Bethesda, MD 20816

Jed S. writes: The counter help is friendly and there is almost always someone in the aisles who can help you find what you need. They have a nice pharmacist, a good selection of items, and is in the middle of a convenient mini-strip mall complex with a grocery…

Radioshack

5456 Westbard Ave
Bethesda, MD 20816

Jed S. writes: In the midst of a good mini-strip mall, that has a grocery store, drug store, toy store, Starbucks, pet supply store, etc., it is easy to fold a visit to Radioshack into at least one other errand if not several.

They have a good selection despite it…

Qdoba Mexican Grill

6476 Dobbin Center Wy
Columbia, MD 21045

Todd R. writes: As far as chain food goes, this place is great.  Good large, burritos.  My favorite are the Fajita Ranchera Burritos.

My lady

VA 22102

lu d. writes: I'm giving my lady 5 stars for the wonderful, body warmth she provides on chilly nights. I have a tendency to toss, and yet at the most appropro times, I find her cuddling up next to me, never allowing me to enter the zone of sleep in which one wakes…

Montmartre
Neighborhood: Capitol Hill/Southeast

327 7th St SE
Washington, DC 20050

Kary S. writes: Metro:  Eastern Market

A fabulous little gem tucked away by the Eastern Market.  Been there twice and have yet to be even remotely disappointed.  Good food, good wine, good atmosphere.

Pete's Diner
Neighborhood: Capitol Hill/Southeast

212 2nd St. SE
Washington, DC 20003

Danielle K. writes: **NOTE** this review is from a 23 year-old, broke, hungry girl who went to petes very hungover.

With that in mind this place was PERFECT! I wanted to say "yes, I'd like a blt, sweet potato pancakes, AND and milk shake" but I didn't because I knew I…

National Museum of Health and Medicine

6900 Georgia Avenue, NW
Washington, DC 20306

Gayle G. writes: Don't bother wasting your money on fragments of Old Abe's noggin sold on the 'net because pieces of Abraham Lincoln's skull are here If you have ever been to the Mutter Museum in Philly, then you'll know what to expect from this place. I would call…

B Scene

7725 Tuckerman Ln
Potomac, MD 20854

jenn h. writes: TOTALLY randomly located, cheesy-looking shop in a nondescript strip mall.  But go inside?  You'll find multiple designer jeans and hipster handbags (like Goldenbleu).  Tucked away, hidden gem.  Be ready to dig a smidge, and don't let first…

Be Bar
Neighborhood: Shaw

1318 9th St NW
Washington, DC 20001

Kevin H. writes: If enjoying $5 Red Bull Vodkas against the backdrop of scantily clad, hard-bodied men and Madonna with the overall sensation of being in an iPod commercial makes me gay, then by God I must be gay.

I've never had sex with a man, but those who have…

4912 Thai Cuisine

45965 Regal Plaza
Sterling, VA 20165

Tammy H. writes: I came here by myself during a short visit and needed a quick lunch.

I ordered the Tom Khat soup, Thai Basil Chicken, and a cup of coffee.

The chicken was spicy (more than my friends can take, I'm sure) but it was definitely tasty.  Even with my tongue…

Total Wine & More

6240 Little River Tpke
Alexandria, VA 22312

Cecilia G. writes: They win big on prices and inventory.

Warehouse Bar & Grill

214 King St
Alexandria, VA 22314

tom n. writes: A quaint steakhouse located in the on King Street.  I was hosting a client dinner and this place came highly recommended.  They're specialty are the crab cakes and the "She Crab Soup" in which I was told was absolutely incredible.  The crab cake was…

CVS Pharmacy
Neighborhood: Spring Valley

4851 Massachusetts Ave NW
Washington, DC 20016

Jed S. writes: It's a CVS. It has an easily accessible parking lot, it's a good size, and it has a friendly staff, but really, it's a CVS like any other CVS.

It does have a highly friendly pharmacist and staff, and if you have questions about your medication, this…

Fitness Resource

4848 Bethesda Ave
Bethesda, MD 20814

Jed S. writes: Fitness Resource has a good selection of fitness equipment as well as very helpful and friendly salespeople. At one point, I dropped by to ask if they knew of any personal trainers in the area and even though I wasn't buying anything, they took a few…

Racquet & Jog

4945 Elm St
Bethesda, MD 20814

Jed S. writes: Friendly and helpful staff, a nice selection of shoes and sport equipment, and a convenient downtown Bethesda location. If you are looking for good running/walking shoes or sporting goods, this is a great place to go.

Cafe Montmartre

1625 Washington Plaza
Lake Anne Plaza
Reston, VA 20190

Leila S. writes: French cuisine with a few Vietnamese quirks - fusion food? No. Globalization at its best? Totally.

Cafe Montmartre is a casual little bistro at the shore of Lake Anne, offering plenty of fresh seafood dishes, classic grilled food, and a special…

Costco Wholesale

1200 South Fern Street
Arlington, VA 22202

Alicia G. writes: I came to Costco with my roommate (since she has a car and a membership while I have neither) to get last minute items for my housewarming party a week ago.

I ended up buying way more than I needed (READ: I still have case and a half of beer left) but…

Exorcist Staircase

M and Prospect Streets, NW
Washington, DC 20009

Jennifer S. writes: Movie buffs listen up....once known as the 'Hitchcock Steps' this review is about the set of long and narrow stairs that were made famous by the movie, The Exorcist. It is the steps that Father Karras (from the movie) falls down and a major photo opp…

Dixie Bones BBQ

13440 Occoquan Rd
Woodbridge, VA 22191

esther o. writes: Went here after reading a review in the Washingtonian.  Apparently the owner's BBQ place used to be on Capitol Hill, but he wasn't into making salads for all you DC yuppies :)

Asking our server to recommend something resulted in enough sample ribs,…

Tai Chi-Wushu

7251 Arlington Blvd
Falls Church, VA 22042

Stephanie N. writes: Intense place that teaches Tai Chi and Wu Shu martial arts.  These pple are classmates of Jet Li and teach the same kinda stuff.  They warm up/work out isnt' super intense, but for their forms - they demand perfection.  Every stance, gesture,…

Why Not

200 King St
Alexandria, VA 22314

Gayle G. writes: This store gets an extra star due to the cool and cute Curious George stuff they have here. Books, stuffed Georges, clocks, raincoats..you name it. And my kid loves George. OK, I decided that he will like George and it he doesn't, I will pout.

If you…

PS7's
Neighborhood: Chinatown

777 I Street, NW
Washington, DC 20001

MiRIAM w. writes: Not sure I'd return to PS7's for dinner, but I'd definitely come back for the lounge. Complimentary treats like caramel popcorn and sesame crackers greet you as you peruse the wine and cocktails lists.

Sophisticated nibbles include the fantastic tuna…

Steak & Egg Breakfast

1938 9th St NW
Washington, DC 20001

Economicus P. writes: well, i'll be damned if i'm not the first person to review this joint. i wonder why. perhaps the whities on yelp are too busy sipping grey goose vodka martinis at dragonfly or high-fiving each other after a round of yuengling at local 16. no worries…

Macy's Department Store

1201 G St. NW
Washington, DC 20005

Kathleen M. writes: I hate Macy's Corporation. And this isn't an "oh, I totally hate Uggs" kind of hate, it's a "Macy's is a soul-sucking, small town-crippling, heinous Coach purse-hawking behemoth that is ruining the retail industry and all it should stand for" kind of…

Buffalo Wing Factory

45529 W Church Rd Ste 106
Sterling, VA 20164

David C. writes: My favorite Buffalo wing place in the DC metro area to go is BWF.  It's exactly as how you would imagine it...just a regular sports restaurant with a huge selection of wing flavors to choose from like mild, hot, 911, spicy honey garlic butter, honey…

The World Bank

1818 H St NW
Washington, DC 20433

Economicus P. writes: the WB is where about six thousand folks work tirelessly to rid the world of poverty. can't mess with that. respect.