Cheap Eats
Cheap Eats
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Chicken + Whiskey
Chicken + Whiskey’s name says it all: it’s a casual Peruvian chicken spot in the front, and a vinyl bar with 100 varieties of whiskey in the back.
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Solly’s U Street Tavern
Make Solly's your go-to for a casual beer around U Street, and definitely get involved with the Sloppy Mama's BBQ they serve.
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Chaia
For a kind of healthy lunch in Georgetown, get some of the (surprisingly good) vegetarian tacos at Chaia.
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Super Pollo
Super Pollo is a reliable cheap eats option in Arlington with excellent Peruvian chicken.
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The Italian Store
The massive subs and pizza by the slice at The Italian Store will make your Arlington lunch breaks a lot better.
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Shake Shack
A Shake Shack in Navy Yard means you can get your fix without waiting in the huge line for the one in the stadium.
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&pizza
&pizza does make-your-own fast-casual pizza, and it’s great for an easy lunch or dinner in Foggy Bottom.
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Sweetgreen
Sweetgreen is the best place for a casual salad in DC, and definitely in Foggy Bottom.
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Captain Cookie and the Milk Man
When you need an afternoon-pick-me-up in the form of cookies or ice cream sandwiches, Captain Cookie in Foggy Bottom has your back.
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Swizzler Gourmet Hotdogs
Swizzler is a gourmet hot dog truck (you have options like pesto and mozzarella) that you can find around GW, Georgetown, and Northwest DC.
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Jetties
One of the best spots in Bethesda for lunch. The sandwiches are stars of the menu, but they also have salads and soups.
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Sweetgreen
Sweetgreen in Bethesda is further proof that the chain is taking over the DMV with salads. That’s a good thing.
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Cava
You know the drill at Cava: build your own Mediterranean bowl/wrap. Pretty much whatever you make will turn out great.
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Shouk
When you're feeling guilty about all the pizza you've had recently, head to Shouk in Mt. Vernon for healthy-ish salads and pita sandwiches.
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Surfside Taco Stand
Surfside Taco is a 24-hour, hole-in-the-wall with tacos, burritos, and quesadillas in Dupont. You'll probably find yourself here at 2pm and 2am.