Continental Pizza

10532 Connecticut Ave
Kensington, MD 20895

Al D. writes: Continental Pizza is an institution.  Great Steak & Cheese subs and addictive rectangle pizza.  Anyone that has lived within a mile of the place can probably recite the menu.

Kickballers
Neighborhood: Georgetown

3285 1/2 M St NW
Washington, DC 20007

Julie H. writes: Kickballers is the newest addition to the urban shopping scene in DC, following closely behind the recent openings of the more well-known Commonwealth and Major.

Nearly hidden at the end of M street in Georgetown, I spent half of our lunch across the…

Vapiano

1800 M Street NW
Washington, DC 20036

Kevin L. writes: Vapiano gets it!  No, I'm serious.  They do.  They hear feedback, and they appreciate the good stuff, and they take the not-so-good stuff into consideration with how to improve things.  Now, is that so much to ask of any business?!

Thankfully, I had a…

Francis DC Public Pool

2500 N St NW
Washington, DC 20050

Chloe F. writes: When I went, it was free for DC residents and non-residents. I hear if you live in the district and can prove it, it is always free.

A 12ft deep pool is not something you find very often. The crowd was a mix of older, middle-aged, single, straight,…

Solarus Salon & Spa

1920 Clarendon Boulevard
Arlington, VA 22201

R L. writes: Solarus was my favorite of all the places I visited during spa week. When I first walked in, I was greeted by 2 very nice ladies and escorted directly to the "tranquility room" in the spa.  They had bottled water and several different flavors of…

Congressional Aquarium

138 Congressional Ln
Rockville, MD 20852

karen r. writes: i think this is the best aquarium store ever!! seriously. great selection of everything, including fresh and saltwater fish, tanks, decorations, etc etc. they will special order items like light strips from your unusually shaped tank when you drop it…

Eighteenth and Red
Neighborhood: Adams Morgan

2436 18th St
Washington, DC 20009

Chris T. writes: Went here to check it out, it was quite compared to the other spots, but during our bar crawl through much of the night we have had to deal with crowds and lines at the bar.  Because it was a little slower here we were able to walk in grab a booth,…

Fort Reno Park
Neighborhood: Tenleytown

3800 Donaldson Pl NW
Washington, DC 20018

Libby F. writes: I was once told that at 429ft, Fort Reno boasted at having the highest natural point in DC.  Located in the Tenleytown neighborhood, Fort Reno Park offers free outdoor concerts every Monday and Thursday  starting at 7:15 and ending at 9:30.  This…

Vince & Dominic's Pizzeria

10474 Auto Park Ave
Bethesda, MD 20817

Kevin L. writes: I remember the first time I had V&D pizza and went, "Wow.  This isn't Chicago style deep dish, but I think I love it."  It was this absolutely enormous, thick slice of cheese pizza.  It had been sitting in a car on the way over to my place for…

Union Veterinary Clinic

609 2nd Street NE
Washington, DC 20002

Brian W. writes: Thank you, thank you Union Veterinary Clinic.    

After my dog injured his leg   (See review under Takoma Park Animal Clinic for details) we receieved fast, helpful, professional service.  

Feel free to email me if you'd like more info about this…

Manhattan Bagel Co

4201 Wilson Blvd
Arlington, VA 22203

Sarah F. writes: This is definitely my favorite place to go for bagels in Arlington. The staff is very nice, service is fast and they never screw up my sandwich. (Egg & cheese with tomato on toasted everything) Let me tell you, there is nothing worse in the morning…

Lifetime Fitness

9602 Main St
Fairfax, VA 22037

Melody H. writes: A sign by the pool said, "If you have diarrhea or have had diarrhea in the past two weeks, please do not use the pool." Seriously? It had to have been a problem at some point because you don't get that engraved on a silver sign and post it…

Philadelphia Mike's

7732 Wisconsin Ave
Bethesda, MD 20814

Zach S. writes: People seem to have a love-hate relationship with Philadelphia Mike's.  I think I can explain why.

Philadelphia Mike's is neither "Philadelphia" nor "Mike's".  A lot of people are bent out of shape about the cheesesteaks, but I think that has a lot to…

Caribbean Feast

823 Hungerford Dr
Rockville, MD 20850

Gordon K. writes: Unless you're prepared to drive 35 minutes, this is IT for jerk chicken and patties.  Order up a jerk pork meal with the sweet potatoes and their creamed spinach, top it off with a ginger-beer, and you're in heaven.  Just don't think you'll be able…

Saffron Garden Mediterranean Grill

754 Elden St
Unit 102
Herndon, VA 20170

Scott J. writes: I've been working in Herndon for almost six months, and I only recently discovered Saffron Garden.

I've been a regular customer at nearby Charcoal Kabob, but I've started to change up the routine with Saffron Garden.  Charcoal Kabob has Afghani style…

Dietle's Tavern

11010 Rockville Pike
Rockville, MD 20852

Katherine K. writes: Do you like posh bars that serve elegant cocktails? Do you enjoy sipping Cosmopolitans on a chaise lounge and soaking up the ambiance of urban chic? THEN DON'T GO HERE.

However, if you moved here and realized how lacking the DC area is in terms of…

Max's Kosher Cafe

2319 University Blvd W
Silver Spring, MD 20902

Angela M. writes: Lots of very hairy people here, but the food is quite good.

For the Jewishlly-impaired, like my husband and I, here are the store hours:

Sunday -Thursday 11am-9pm
Friday 11am-2:30pm
Closed Saturday (which is the Sabbath as we figured out)

After 3 attempts…

Harry's Restaurant

436 11th Street NW
Washington, DC 20004

Nicole L. writes: It's the kinda of place you know you go when you have time to burn. Or when you just want something really quick but not McDonald's. Menu is simple but the burger is da bomb! Tasted like burger was cooked on real flame, done just perfect outside and…

Somafit

2121 Wisconsin Ave NW
Washington, DC 20007

Regan G. writes: This place ain't cheap - lucky me got a gift certificate for my 30th birthday, not much of a trade-off but you take what you can get.

I have heard some reviewers say there are cockroaches in this joint.  That is crazy, this place is richy-rich botox…

Miss Sixty
Neighborhood: Georgetown

1239 Wisconsin Avenue NW
Washington, DC 20007

PC W. writes: I love this Miss Sixty store!  I have been a huge fan of their clothes for a few years now - it's great for petite women because a lot of their clothes are fitted and the cuts are great for small frames.  I love their winter coats - can't wait to see…

Neiman-Marcus
Neighborhood: Friendship Heights

5300 Wisconsin Avenue NW
Washington, DC 20015

Stef W. writes: I like pretty lingerie.
I really like pretty lingerie that is on sale.

Neiman Marcus Mazza used to have a rather small and boring lingerie section.  Recently, though, the department has started to receive sale items from other Neiman stores in the…

Pearl River Nail Salon

850 N Randolph St
Arlington, VA 22203

MiRIAM w. writes: Pearl River, how long I have searched for you! And at long last, I have found you - the impeccably clean, Metro-accessible nail salon of my dreams, with friendly technicians and luxurious spa chairs to boot!

I can't wait until my next visit when I'll…

Balance Gym
Neighborhood: Kalorama

2200 California St NW
Washington, DC 20008

MiRIAM w. writes: I don't know about you but when I get my hair cut, I like to check out the coif on my stylist. If said coif looks poodle-esque or exudes any other unsavory qualities, I try to make a mad dash out from under those scissors. So I suppose it goes…

Pizza Boli's

7831 Eastern Ave
Silver Spring, MD 20910

Jade R. writes: I'm giving Pizza Boli's four stars now. We had a misunderstanding in the past, but I've been way over it. I continued to order from Pizza Boli's at least once a month before I left DC. They delivered my pizza within good time and it was consistently…

Chipotle Mexican Grill

601 King St
Alexandria, VA 22314

Brianne C. writes: I love having to eat lunch :)

What could possibly be better? Locally raised free range pork, cilantro rice, flavorful black beans, tangy sour cream, ripe tomatoes, spicy corn salsa, and all the cheese I want (two handfuls, thank you). Plus, they have…

Touch of Asia

20 Pidgeon Hill Dr
Ste 103
Sterling, VA 20165

Takaki K. writes: One of the best massages I've ever had.  If you like strong, deep-tissue massage, you will love this place.  'Traditional Thai massage.'  Can't comment on the authenticity because I'd never had one before.  You go into a private room, change to comfy…

Mahogany Restaurant
Neighborhood: U Street Corridor

2001 11th St NW
Washington, DC 20001

Jane S. writes: We ate here on a Saturday night in June.  It was wonderful.  Excellent service, decent prices, and yummy food.  Rick had the roasted chicken w/braised kale.  I had the portobello mushroom.  For dessert we had the pear tartlet.  

Drinks were good, too.…

Capital Pride Parade

23d St and P St NW
Washington, DC 20050

angela n. writes: Who doesn't love a parade? Luckily, this exuberant annual parade swings by our front stoop. Our neighbors were out in full force last night, dancing, drinking, woo-hoo-ing ...  The parade featured nonprofit organizations ( e.g. the ACLU), companies…

McDonald's Restaurant

5214 River Rd
Bethesda, MD 20816

Nadine N. writes: I'm not a huge fan of McDonald's, especially since I am a vegetarian, but I have to give this McDonald's credit. We decided to do a McDonald's breakfast drive thru run one morning when we were in town and drove up with a huge list consisting of 10…

Progressions Salon

12211 Nebel St
Rockville, MD 20852

Helen S. writes: blasphemy! nobody has reviewed this amazing place yet. i'm glad to be the first, even though i don't go here anymore.

progressions is one of those high-end salons with a very down-to-earth staff.  they staff the front desk so that anyone who comes in…

Kitchen No. 1
Neighborhood: Georgetown

3208 O St NW
Washington, DC 20007

Laura R. writes: I love this place.  They have nice clean shrimp.  And the prices aren't bad.  I ordered a large fried rice for $7, but I eat for three days so it's really an investment.  The eggrolls are pretty tasty for $1.25 a piece.  Plus, the delievery service…

Dr. Robin Rinearson

Rinearson, Renner and Warren Optometrists
5653 Columbia Pike, #101
Falls Church, VA 22041

Lynn S. writes: Dr. Rinearson specializes in developmental eye exams particularly for youngsters with reading problems.  She does both contact lens and traditional eye exams.  Professionally, she has served on the state board for her specialty.  The doctor always…

Positano Ristorante Italiano

4940-4948 Fairmont Ave
Bethesda, MD 20814

Paul M. writes: "The world is too much with us, late and soon
Getting and spending we lay waste our powers
Little we see in nature that is ours"

With all the new concepts in food and drink ( elderflower ginger infused vodka anyone?) all the international and fusion…

I DO I DO Wedding Gowns

15932 Luanne Drive
Gaither Center
Gaithersburg, MD 20877

Nicole P. writes: I went to I do I do when shopping for my wedding gown, however I did not purchase one here.  Even though they are a wedding gown consignment shop, they have very high standards as to what they will sell, for example, you must be the original owner to…

Roadhouse Oldies

958 Thayer Ave
Silver Spring, MD 20910

Catherine H. writes: Right, so I love Go Go. And I love Motown. And I love soul. And I love old rock n' roll. And I love people who really, really love this music too. Which is why I LOVE Roadhouse Oldies.

Roadhouse is a small specialty music store that has an amazing…

VA ABC Store #99

601 Post Drive
Herndon, VA 20170

Kevin L. writes: This is where I stock most of my personal bar from.  I'm trying to learn how to host kickin' cocktail parties (come on by!) so I've recently spent inordinate amounts of my disposable income here in an attempt to ensure that I've got a solid variety…

Sol Azteca

18129 Town Center Dr
Olney, MD 20832

laurie w. writes: I love Sol Azteca! My small town is redeemed by some awesome food, and this is one of the best Mexican/Latin American restaurants I've ever eaten in .

The salsa is great - appropriately spiced and properly addictive. The margaritas are really good,…