All Around North Capitol St in Washington, DC

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All Around North Capitol St in Washington, DC

Neighborhoods

Slightly more than one mile north of the United States Capitol, Stronghold is a small neighborhood wedged between the McMillan Reservoir and Glenwood Cemetery. Bus lines run along North Capitol Street, and the Red Line metro is nearby with stops at Brookland-CUA and Rhode Island Avenue.
Stronghold
Slightly more than one mile north of the United States Capitol, Stronghold is a small neighborhood wedged between the McMillan Reservoir and Glenwood Cemetery. Bus lines run along North Capitol Street, and the Red Line metro is nearby with stops at Brookland-CUA and Rhode Island Avenue.
A vibrant DC neighborhood just over a mile north of the US Capitol, Bloomingdale is designated a historic site and is known for its Victorian townhouses and a direct view of the dome of the US Capitol, as seen in the opening credits of Netflix's House of Cards.
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Bloomingdale
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A vibrant DC neighborhood just over a mile north of the US Capitol, Bloomingdale is designated a historic site and is known for its Victorian townhouses and a direct view of the dome of the US Capitol, as seen in the opening credits of Netflix's House of Cards.

Food scene

Corner store for quick stops: snacks, drinks, only very basic groceries
Capitol Market, Beer Wing & Grocery
2501 North Capitol St NE
Corner store for quick stops: snacks, drinks, only very basic groceries
Great local pizza with prompt delivery -- we love the Milan pizza!
Pizzarro
467 Florida Ave NW
Great local pizza with prompt delivery -- we love the Milan pizza!
14 min walk/4 min drive Pies with local, organic ingredients & gluten-free crust option in a snug storefront with a patio.
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Bacio Pizzeria
81 Seaton Pl NW
187 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
14 min walk/4 min drive Pies with local, organic ingredients & gluten-free crust option in a snug storefront with a patio.
14 min walk/4 min drive Creative wood-fired Italian eats in an airy, rustic-industrial space with open kitchen & large bar. Upscale, but still family friendly. Great cocktails!
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The Red Hen
1822 1st St NW
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14 min walk/4 min drive Creative wood-fired Italian eats in an airy, rustic-industrial space with open kitchen & large bar. Upscale, but still family friendly. Great cocktails!
14 min walk/4 min drive Thai entrees & noodles share the menu with Japanese sushi in a modern, richly colored setting. Take-out available!
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Aroi
1832 1st St NW
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14 min walk/4 min drive Thai entrees & noodles share the menu with Japanese sushi in a modern, richly colored setting. Take-out available!
11 min walk/3 min drive Coffee, art, community space. Great place to energize yourself before a day or night out in DC!
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Creative Grounds DC
1822 North Capitol St NW
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11 min walk/3 min drive Coffee, art, community space. Great place to energize yourself before a day or night out in DC!
20-25 min walk/6 min drive Lively neighborhood haunt serving as a bookstore, coffee shop & restaurant focused on global fare. Serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. If you're catching the Red line at Brookland CUA, stop here first for coffee and a pastry -- or full breakfast!
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Busboys and Poets
235 Carroll St NW
250 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
20-25 min walk/6 min drive Lively neighborhood haunt serving as a bookstore, coffee shop & restaurant focused on global fare. Serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. If you're catching the Red line at Brookland CUA, stop here first for coffee and a pastry -- or full breakfast!
20-25 min walk/6 min drive Founded in 2014, the FRESHFARM Monroe Street Market is a neighborhood destination for many living in DC’s Ward 5. Located adjacent to the Brookland/CUA metro stop, the market hosts local farmers and specialty food producers, plus special events like yoga practices and live music. The market shares the Arts Walk with a community of 27 local artist and artisan studios. OPEN FOR SEASON | APR 2 – DEC 31 SATURDAYS, 9AM TO 1PM YEAR-ROUND MARKET: WINTER SEASON HOURS 10AM - 1PM, JAN. - MAR.
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Brookland Monroe St. Farmer's Market
716 Monroe St NE
10 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
20-25 min walk/6 min drive Founded in 2014, the FRESHFARM Monroe Street Market is a neighborhood destination for many living in DC’s Ward 5. Located adjacent to the Brookland/CUA metro stop, the market hosts local farmers and specialty food producers, plus special events like yoga practices and live music. The market shares the Arts Walk with a community of 27 local artist and artisan studios. OPEN FOR SEASON | APR 2 – DEC 31 SATURDAYS, 9AM TO 1PM YEAR-ROUND MARKET: WINTER SEASON HOURS 10AM - 1PM, JAN. - MAR.
17 min walk/7 min drive Casual, tasty, Peruvian roasted chicken... so much YUM!
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Huacatay Restaurant
2314 4th St NE
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17 min walk/7 min drive Casual, tasty, Peruvian roasted chicken... so much YUM!

Outdoor Activities

12 min walk/5 min drive New park with toys, tennis & basketball courts, football field, 1-lane running track, fitness center.
Edgewood Playground
300 Evarts St NE
12 min walk/5 min drive New park with toys, tennis & basketball courts, football field, 1-lane running track, fitness center.
40 min walk to Shaw Metro/Green line to Navy Yard Ballpark 20 min drive (+$35 for parking) Catch a Nats baseball game!
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Parque Nacional
1500 S Capitol St SE
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40 min walk to Shaw Metro/Green line to Navy Yard Ballpark 20 min drive (+$35 for parking) Catch a Nats baseball game!
49 min walk to Shaw Metro/Green line to Navy Yard Ballpark 20 min drive (+$$ for parking) Catch a DC United football/soccer match!
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Audi Field
100 Potomac Ave SW
54 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
49 min walk to Shaw Metro/Green line to Navy Yard Ballpark 20 min drive (+$$ for parking) Catch a DC United football/soccer match!

Sightseeing

20 min walk/6 min drive Discover a new way to enjoy the works of Vincent van Gogh and immerse yourself in the artist's masterpieces at this 360-degree, digital show. Expect digital displays, sound effects, projection mapping and much more!
Van Gogh: La experiencia inmersiva - Washington DC
524 Rhode Island Ave NE
20 min walk/6 min drive Discover a new way to enjoy the works of Vincent van Gogh and immerse yourself in the artist's masterpieces at this 360-degree, digital show. Expect digital displays, sound effects, projection mapping and much more!

Consejos para la ciudad

Costumbres y cultura

Washington DC Liquor and Marijuana Laws

You can purchase... Beer & wine at grocery stores Liquor at specialty liquor stores Grocery/Liquor Store (Off-Premise) Sale Hours: Sunday to Saturday: 9:00am to 12:00am Sunday restrictions: None Bar closing time: 3:00am It is legal for adults over 21 to possess up to 2 ounces of marijuana and to give up to 1 ounce of marijuana to another person. Recreational cannabis sales are not legal in D.C. Without licensed retailers, D.C.'s adult-use marijuana trade relies on gifting services. In other words, you buy a pair of socks or a fridge magnet and receive a few grams as a "gift."