Starbucks Coffee

8381 Leesburg Pike
Vienna, VA 22182

Leila S. writes: Two words to best describe this Starbucks = Little Iran.

You've got the pseudo intellectuals on their $6k laptops sitting inside pretending to work, (really, they're on Orkut) in hopes of looking smart enough to attract a possible significant other.…

Teavana

11750 Fair Oaks
Fairfax, VA 22033

nat h. writes: Just opened in Fair Oaks Mall, this boutique tea merchant sells some of the most amazing teas you will ever find.  With at least 50 different types on their wall - which can then be mixed and matched with their recommendations - you will definitely…

Cinema Arts Theatre

9650 Main Street
Fairfax, VA 22031

Gayle G. writes: I have been to this movie theatre a handful of times. Yes, it is not one of the plush newer ones with the stadium seating and does not have a digital screen. But, the seats do recline and they are one of the few movie theaters in the area that show…

Saxby's Coffee
Neighborhood: Georgetown

35th and O Streets, NW
Washington, DC 20007

Warren A. writes: Saxby's recent opening at the site of Sugar's Campus Store, a Georgetown classic which closed after 85 years of operation.  The space is small but pleasant and constantly bustling with University kids and Georgetown families.  While the latter makes…

Veterinary Holistic & Rehabilitation Center

360 Maple Ave W Ste A
Vienna, VA 22180

Anne G. writes: Dr. Kim Danoff heads up the  Veterinary Holistic & Rehabilitation Center in Vienna, VA which provides holistic, veterinary rehab for animals. Dr Kim uses hydrotherapy, nutritional therapy and massage among many other forms of treatment in order to…

W&OD Trail

Fairfax, VA 22037

Sam R. writes: Zippy reviews for one of the best trails in the Mid-Atlantic? We're slippin people!

Those of you stuck in Dilbert Land who pine for the end of the day or work week to get outside should get on the trail. Weekend warriors should already know about…

Angel's Hair and Skin Care

3000 N 10th St
Suite C
Arlington, VA 22201

Sara F. writes: Just had my first visit this past weekend and I will definitely go again!

On their site, they offer spa packages, which are a really good deal!  I got a manicure, pedicure, paraffin hand wax, and an eyebrow wax for $49.00!!  

At first I thought, "what…

Oasis Cafe

3813 S George Mason Dr
Falls Church, VA 22041

Leila S. writes: This quaint little cafe has been invaluable to me for three purposes in life...

1. A refuge away from reality
2. A place to wind down after a night of alcohol-ing :P
3. A place to hang out with friends who don't drink

When I want to get away from…

Godiva Chocolatier

1766 Galleria At Tysons II
McLean, VA 22102

Leila S. writes: I've come to terms with the fact that sometimes I need therapy.

Some days I'm up... some days I'm down... and other days, I'm just all over the place. My solution? Chocolate therapy - and that's where Godiva comes in.

Whether it's a single piece…

My Organic Market

3831 Mt Vernon Ave
Alexandria, VA 22305

Gayle G. writes: If you are looking for organic food without the high prices, attitude and pretty packaging of a place whose name rhymes with Bowl Moods, get into MOM's. Folks in the know call My Organic Market "Mom's" which fits the store since it is homey and not…

Haydee's
Neighborhood: Mount Pleasant

3102 Mount Pleasant Street NW
Washington, DC 20010

reuben j. writes: Oh, no. I am getting old....The boy who once liked walking through gritty environs in order to eat ( or sit, or anything, for that matter) is, if not dead, in a state of-how can we say it- "transition." (The scociological schizophrenia that is…

Cafe 1612
Neighborhood: U Street Corridor

1612 U St NW
Washington, DC 20009

MiRIAM w. writes: Looking for a power breakfast spot with guaranteed anonymity? Cafe 1612's a place you'll almost assuredly have all to yourself. Most folks pop in and jet out with smoothies and muffins.

We broke the trend and sat down for oatmeal and conversation.…

Trader Joe's

11958 Killingsworth Ave
Reston, VA 20194

Michelle W. writes: I try to do as much of my shopping as possible at TJ's, but as others have noted, the produce situation is hit or miss.  I, too, have noticed that dairy products have sometimes gone bad on the shelves (I only do cheese, so I've noticed it there -- no…

McLean Animal Hospital

1330 Old Chain Bridge Rd
Mc Lean, VA 22101

Maggie B. writes: This is more of a recommendation for Dr. Salkeld than for McLean Animal Hospital as a whole. If you're someone who feeds your pets non-commercial, by-product free foods and takes a more holistic health approach, then I highly suggest making an…

Fatty's Custom Tattooz
Neighborhood: Dupont Circle

1333 Connecticut Ave NW
Washington, DC 20036

PC W. writes: Yank.  Pop.  Clink.  All it took was two strong latex-glove-clad hands to remove the last vestige of my misspent youth.  A belly button ring was such a good idea when I was 16 y.o. and convinced the piercer that I was 18.

I was struggling with…

I Gorman Jewelers

1133 20th St NW
Washington, DC 20036

karen g. writes: Do not stare directly into the diamonds, my friends. Staring at a diamond is like masturbation-do it too much and you will go blind. Errrr....I mean staring at a diamond is like staring at the sun-stare at it too long and you'll lose your eyesight.…

Caboose Cafe & Bakery

2419 Mt. Vernon Ave
Alexandria, VA 22301

Gayle G. writes: Really three and a 1/2 stars -- only due to the fact that they don't offer their tasty Ethiopian entrees during dinner. Boo!!

After trying their Cuban sandwich, I wished I had stuck to my regular choice here which is the shrimp mesculin salad. It is…

2 Sisters Coffee Company

255 W Broad St
Falls Church, VA 22046

Maggie B. writes: There's no better time than a torrential downpour than to check out a drive-thru coffee shop. I've been meaning to stop into (or pass through) 2 Sisters Coffee Company on my treks up and down Rt. 7 from Tysons to Old Town. I love the concept of…

Buzz Bakery & Coffee

901 Slaters Lane
Alexandria, VA 22314

Kori K. writes: Case Study 112: Kori Writes Copyright Law Paper

Upon the promise to herself to wake up at 6:30 a.m. on a Saturday for an early morning run, shower, breakfast then travel to the library for 6 hours of hardworking paper writing, Kori turns off her alarm…

G Fine Art
Neighborhood: Logan Circle

1515 14th St NW
Washington, DC 20005

Sarah F. writes: LIke art? Like wine? On a budget? This is your place.

The openings here are always a cool place to check out fresh new art (the art can be kind of hit or miss) , hang out with your friends and catch a buzz for free. There are three galleries in one…

Stoney's Bar and Grill
Neighborhood: Logan Circle

1433 P Street NW
Washington, DC 20003

Cary S. writes: Stoney's is my Cheers.  Well, except for the fact that although the bartenders recognize my face (and sometimes my name) the 'regulars' seem to switch up daily.  But that's ok.....the bar is cozy (I never feel awkward about pulling up a stool by…

Crooked Beat Records
Neighborhood: Adams Morgan

2318 18th St NW
Washington, DC 20009

Gayle G. writes: How rad! This indie music store is pretty darn cool. One of its orginal owners is now running Som over on 14th Street. I my opinion and others like me who are constantly in search of non corporate chain stores to get their tunes, there can't be too…

HR-57
Neighborhood: Logan Circle

1610 14th St NW
Washington, DC 20009

Gayle G. writes: I just went to this place on the recommendation of a friend, and now I am shouting it to you Yelpers who haven't checked it out yet -- go here for and see and hear it for yourself!

The full name of this spot is "HR-57, Washington's Center for the…

Bistrot Lepic
Neighborhood: Georgetown

1736 Wisconsin Ave NW
Washington, DC 20007

alana r. writes: so my girl becky and i went to bistro lepic in georgetown last friday night with one thing in mind:  finding a good selection of wine.  having dined at several restaurants in the dc/md area recently,we were expecting the usual:  an overpriced,…

Gordon Biersch
Neighborhood: Penn Quarter

900 F Street NW
Washington, DC 20004

Kevin L. writes: GB was kind to Mariko and me while we sat around waiting for the Yelp James Bond Day sleuths to complete their tasks and show up here as their final destination so we could celebrate, swap stories, take a load off, and down some beers and burgers.…

Willow

4301 N. Fairfax Drive
Arlington, VA 22203

Jennifer S. writes: What used to be Gaffney's Oyster and Ale House was made new last year with Willow (thanks for that!). Chef/Owners Tracy O'Grady (formerly the Executive Chef of Kinkead's) and Kate Jansen (former Co-founder of Firehook Bakeries) prepare classic French…

District True Value Hardware
Neighborhood: West End

1108 24th St NW
Washington, DC 20008

Erik B. writes: So I have a confession to make - every Halloween costume I have worn since I moved to this district has been slightly last minute. As someone who takes Halloween INCREDIBLY seriously, it pains me to say this. However, every year, I can count on True…

Mango

1961 Chain Bridge Road
Tyson Corner Center
Mclean, VA 22107

Lydia P. writes: Haa..lleluyah! Halleluyah! Halleluyah!
When I hear about this good news that my favorite store since I still leave in overseas, Asia, I spontaneously sang Halleluyah chores!

Can you believe? I have to wait for six years for this store come to US!
Thank…

Gelman Library
Neighborhood: Foggy Bottom

2130 H Street NW
George Washington University
Washington, DC 20052

alexis g. writes: I love the location of this library. I'm also very receptive to GWU's campus in general, even though people make fun of it. This library reminds me a bit of the one at my undergrad alma mater, which was a wonderful place where I spent many hours (I'm…

AB Liquor Store
Neighborhood: Adams Morgan

1803 Columbia Rd NW
Washington, DC 20050

Maxwell S. writes: The guys at AB are sweethearts.  Although they can be difficult when you're haggering over the price of a keg or three, they've given you a bum tap, or they sold one of the kegs you reserved, overall it's obvious that they mean well.  With a great…

Mark's Pub

2190 Pimmit Dr
Falls Church, VA 22043

Maggie B. writes: If you're looking for a classic dive bar, get ready to dive deep. Mark's Pub (which has been run by a guy named Ray for over 20 years) is a placed I stumbled upon by accident during the Blizzard of 2002... or was it 2003? Anyway, it was the only…

Kalorama Park
Neighborhood: Adams Morgan

Columbia Rd NW & Kalorama Rd NW
Washington, DC 20009

Jeff G. writes: A little history first: "The name Kalorama, meaning "beautiful view" in Greek, comes from the 19th century estate of the same name, comprising much of the surrounding area. The estate was later subdivided into smaller parcels. The parcel on which the…

Jungle's Gym Fitness & Aerobics

305 Hooffs Run Dr
Alexandria, VA 22314

Maggie B. writes: Here's what I love about my gym: there's never anyone in it.  Well, not as absolute as "never" but pretty close. It's tucked behind the new Whole Foods in Old Town where all the warehouse/industrial properties are.

The gym is gigantic. Tons of…

Clarendon Ballroom

3185 Wilson Blvd
Arlington, VA 22201

kainanny c. writes: this is a ballroom. no kidding. just one huge room with a wooden floor and about 100 people bumping and grinding in the middle. because it's one HUGE room, it is extremely hard to hide. TRUST ME! after escaping from a guy with the worst case of…

Hawk and Dove
Neighborhood: Capitol Hill/Southeast

329 Pennsylvania Ave SE
Washington, DC 20003

Em C. writes: In what I'll call the "immediate post-college years," finding a comparable happy hour to what we had back at school was/is imperative to both my early-twentysomething's budget as well as the overall social vibe of the venue.  The Hawk and Dove on the…

Heritage India
Neighborhood: Glover Park

2400 Wisconsin Avenue NW
Washington, DC 20007

Nils J. writes: Holy crap.  I went here for lunch, expecting there to be a lunch buffet. (There isn't, but they have a rather cheap brunch menu for $30/2 people that has a nice sampling of things.  We didn't take it.)  Instead, we wound up ordering some of the most…

Bang Salon Spa
Neighborhood: U Street Corridor

1612 U St NW
Washington, DC 20009

Brian S. writes: This is for the U Street location, I have never been to Verizon Center.

So how do you review a business like this? The deciding factor here is of course the stylist, and more importantly your hair upon leaving. I have been here four times, and each…