Our 14th & U Restaurant Tour

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Regardless of whether or not you consider yourself a "foodie," anyone can appreciate a perfectly prepared meal. Definitely one of the biggest draws of The Louis' location is its proximity to some of the District's, probably even the country's, best restaurants. Whether you want to tackle some of the area's best restaurants all in one day, or over time, if you live at The Louis, you need to experience these restaurants' cuisine:

Le Diplomate | 1601 14th St., NW
Step into Le Diplomate and you will feel like you have entered a Parisian bistro. The sidewalk cafe is a beautiful setting in which to sip a cappuccino and read the newspaper in the morning. Their extensive cocktail menu offers drinks you won't typically find anywhere else in Washington DC, including the Il Fait Beau, which combines Edinburgh gin, Elderflower-peach Shrub, and fresh lemon.

Visit Le Diplomate for BRUNCH.

Tico DC | 1926 14th St., NW
It's easy to begin your food tour at Tico DC, located just downstairs! Tico's Chef Michael Schlow has been featured on The Today Show, Top Chef Masters and other national television shows, in addition to being named "Best Chef in the Northeast" by the James Beard Foundation. Tico's American-based cuisine has elements of Spanish, Mexican and South American cuisines, too.

Visit Tico DC for DRINKS. Their menu features more than 140 types of tequila!

Lupo Verde | 14th & T Streets
Rustic Italian, in both decor and menu, describes Lupo Verde perfectly. The cheese and salumi menu offers allows you to mix and match the perfect charcuterie plate. All of Lupo Verde's cheeses are imported from Italy, so you know they have to be good!

Visit Lupo Verde for CHARCUTERIE.

Vinoteca | 1940 11th St., NW
The food served at Vinoteca's Happy Hour will probably be the most sophisticated happy hour selection you have ever seen! Choices include Barbecue Duck Roll, Chilled Pea Soup, and Charcuterie, just to name a few. If you would like to broaden your knowledge of wines, Vinoteca frequently offers Tuesday night classes in its upstairs lounge.

Visit Vinoteca for HAPPY HOUR.

Kapnos | 2201 14th St., NW
While Kapnos may be a younger restaurant, it opened in July 2013, it certainly has made quite an impact since then. The restaurant, a concept by Chef Mike Isabella, has two wood-fire grills with spits, and serves both classic and contemporary Greek dishes. Main courses include Moussaka, Kapama and Soutzoukakia, among many others.

Visit Kapnos for DINNER.

While there are dozens of delicious restaurants in our immediate area, there are a few key highlights that any U Street resident needs to try! If you have some free time over the weekend, pay one of these eateries a visit!

Additional sources consulted:
Capitol File
Thrillist DC
Zagat