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Your Pampered Home

1629 K St NW
Ste 300
Washington, DC 20006

Matthew D. writes: Go tell it on the mountain - YPH is as close to holy as a business can come!

My scenario:
Living in Georgetown with access to tons of clothing retailers - $1,000 monthly.

Restaurants and Bars to sport my threads to - A sick, sick, $number$ that I…

Reston Public Library

11925 Bowman Towne Drive
Reston, VA 20190

Jeremy S. writes: I've been coming here for years since I grew up in nearby Great Falls, VA. The library is well maintained and right now I'm sitting inside by a window overlooking some trees and green, very relaxing.

I do wonder what the future holds for libraries…

DC Area's Foodie Websites & E-newsletters

Washington, DC 20050

Jennifer S. writes: If you are into food & wine - here is a list of local websites that you should join the mailing lists for or just check out periodically. I'll add to this list as I think of others, but these are all good to start:

1. www.goldstarevents.com…

Greyhound Bus Lines
Neighborhood: NoMa

1005 1st St NE
Washington, DC 20001

John B. writes: Both times i've taken the bus south from DC, it's been a troublesome, even dangerous experience (there was a fistfight, my first time)...but somehow I look back fondly on these trips, probably just because i'm happy that I survived.

There is always…

The Written Word
Neighborhood: Logan Circle

1427 P St NW
Washington, DC 20005

Gayle G. writes: You paper freaks who are all about The Paper Source, you should check out this store. It is in a basement of a old, stone row house, but that doesn't mean you can miss it. The name is on the front window ,written (of course) red, script neon.

As John…

Sourcefire Inc

9212 Berger Rd
Ste 200
Columbia, MD 21046

Mick F. writes: These are some folks you dont want to fuck with. With your computer anyway. Imagine the biggest, meanest most hockey-playingest, adrenalized Pirate you ever met, and then make a group of them, put them in a 12x12 room, heat it to 125 degrees and play…

American Valet Service
Neighborhood: Tenleytown

4519 Wisconsin Ave NW
Washington, DC 20016

Alicia G. writes: Two of my favorite pairs of black shoes were in serious need of repair. One pair needed to be completely re-soled and the other just needed new heels. A friend had recommended American Valet so I decided to try them out. I also had some dry cleaning…

Exploraworld

6570 Dobbin Rd
Columbia, MD 21045

Tracie P. writes: We always play here when we visit Grandma. Its kind of like a kids discovery center. Its now called PlaywiseKids and the website is http://www.exploraworl....

Prime Cleaners of Reston Town Center

11919 Freedom Dr
Reston, VA 20190

Lynn S. writes: This tiny little shop surprised me. They have no printed price list, but the owner gladly gave me the total cost before I left. The items I left were properly cleaned, hung gently (a sweater was tissued between the folds) and were ready when the…

Zips Dry Cleaners
Neighborhood: Van Ness/Forest Hills

4418 Connecticut Ave NW
Washington, DC 20008

alexis g. writes: Zips is the fast food of dry cleaning. Pretty much every garment costs $1.85 to be cleaned, and you get a little membership card to put on your key chain for faster service.

Their dry cleaning is pretty standard, but I really must emphasize that you…

Fast Signs

850 N Randolph St
Arlington, VA 22203

Jennifer S. writes: I found this sign shop at the final hour when the online shop I had secured pulled the plug and I needed an emergency phony construction sign for an event I was putting on. They were AMAZING. Not only did they know exactly what I wanted and needed,…

Hi-Hat Cleaners

3131 Lee Hwy
Arlington, VA 22201

Kel D. writes: I've had hit or miss experiences with local dry cleaners and have to say Hi Hat has always been above par. My only caveat is to ask the prices before committing to alterations (or cleaning of non-everyday items)

Palace Cleaners
Neighborhood: Friendship Heights

5019 Wisconsin Ave., NW
Washington, DC 20016

Alexa B. writes: I couldn't care less about the washing instructions for the clothes I buy until I inevitably rub red nail polish, spill beer, bleed, and dump whiskey all over the front of them. I wear the things I own into the ground, so I've become passionate…

Booksfree.com

8453 Tyco Rd
Vienna, VA 22182

Merri L. writes: Booksfree is like netflix, only for books. Choose how many you want out at a time (the least is 2) and then pay the according fee. You can keep them out as long as you want, and when you return them, the next books on your list get mailed out.…

Care For Kids Holiday Shopping Card

Children's National Medical Center
Washington, DC 20016

jenn h. writes: We're in the middle of the period where you can use your Care For Kids card: from October 27 - November 5, this $50 card gets you 20% off at more than 470 stores in the area. The best part is that 100% of these proceeds go toward the Children's…

Sun Tailoring

Galleria At Tysons
Falls Church, VA 22041

Kristin M. writes: I'm short.

I don't mind it much- guys seem to think its cute and I have an incredibly tall roommate who helps me reach the hidden Halloween candy on the top shelf which I'm not supposed to find.

Not a big deal, right? Wrong.

EVERY pair of pants…

Banana Banner Inc

3148 Duke St
Alexandria, VA 22314

Maggie B. writes: These guys and gals do everything from stickers to customized logos on cars. They even did our band logo on our drummer's kick drum head.

What I've mostly used them for was retail store signage and trade show banners. Absolutely detail-oriented work.…

Help the Homeless Walkathon

The National Mall
Washington, DC 20050

Leila S. writes: You see, I'm a firm believer that if you personally hand out money to the homeless on the streets, it won't go to any use except for supporting drug and alcohol addictions. If you truly want to help those in need, your best bet is to donate to…

Robert F. Kennedy

Arlington, VA 22211

Nancy K. writes: A homage to Bobby on his birthday.

Robert Francis "Bobby" Kennedy (November 20, 1925 --- June 6, 1968), also called RFK, was one of two younger brothers of U.S. President John F. Kennedy and served as United States Attorney General from 1961 to 1964.…

Pronto Press Printing

1133 20th St NW
Washington, DC 20036

delhi delight c. writes: I needed 1000 brochures to be printed overnight and the gentleman and his wife were more then helpful and agreed to work within my budget. Extermely efficint and the work was perfect.
They went the extra 10 yards and ensured I was given the best…

Apple Courier Inc

3401 K St NW
Washington, DC 20007

Maxwell S. writes: Lazy? Don't want to get up off your rump to drop something off? Maybe the tv remote is too far away? Yea, you can ask these guys to do just about anything and provided it's not too difficult they will get it done quickly and professionally.

New York Ave Presbyterian Church

1313 New York Ave NW
Washington, DC 20005

Bruce R. writes: Even if one of my favorite people was not the Associate Pastor as this historic congregation, I would probably still give it a five.

NYAPC might just be for if you want a healthy blend of . . .
:: Service to the poor;
:: Nod to tradition;
:: Snarky…

Capitol Hill Cleaners & Laundry
Neighborhood: Capitol Hill/Southeast

661 C St SE
Washington, DC 20003

Sigrid S. writes: Not only did my clothes come back spotless and on-time, but Mei-Ling is adorable. She chided me for not having come in sooner, and I just wanna say, "Mei, I'm coming back every day just to talk to you!" She was impressed with my wardrobe, which I…

MacUpgrades

6931 Arlington Rd Ste A
Bethesda, MD 20814

Jed S. writes: I absolutely love these guys.... They rock! When I had a major problem with my laptop, they saved me. They have rental laptops for affordable prices if you need to leave your computer with them, and as a student who is utterly reliant upon my…

Ozio

1813 M Street NW
Washington, DC 20036

Stef W. writes: I was at the opening night of the original Ozio on K Street in 1995. DC didn't have a cigar bar and lounge back then (or at least not one which attracted an international crowd of 20 and 30-somethings). I really loved hanging out there, and was…

Quick Messenger Services

1334 G St NW Fl 6
Washington, DC 20005

patrick g. writes: Shout to my old employers! They made my life hell but looking back at my bike messenger job in DC always makes me grin.

Rockville Shoe Hospital

609 Hungerford Dr
Rockville, MD 20850

Dorris L. writes: Finding a shoe repairman you trust is a real need. I've taken countless shoes here to have my heel cap replaced, the leather on the tips and heels repaired, etc.

He's great, will let you know whether you have good taste in shoes, and is reasonably…

Palace Cleaners

4201 Wilson Blvd
Arlington, VA 22203

Jessica S. writes: This is my place to get my dry cleaning done. They are opened early and close late - very convenient. I don't really know how I should be paying for clothes to be dry cleaned, but I find their prices very reasonable. The people are extremely nice…

Mario's Pizza House

3322 Wilson Blvd
Arlington, VA 22201

Maggie B. writes: Marios: Feeding the intoxicated for over fifty years. AND, they have Galaga you can play while waiting for your pizza (when drunk) or steak and cheese (when sober). Want that with a cherry on top? They added a Carvel ice cream store onto their place…

Paul's Shoe Repair

9903 Georgetown Pike
Great Falls, VA 22066

Lynn S. writes: If you have leather shoes and want quality repair, there is no other place I know of that does better work. Paul and his wife have been at this location for close to twenty-five years, repairing heels, soles, purses and luggage. He takes great…

Heavy Weight Movers

Washington, DC 20036

Dorris L. writes: There's no real office, it's a bunch of guys with a 16-footer that has a logo slapped on it, and one of the guys didn't speak english. But they called twice to confirm before the day of the move, they brought an extra guy because they wanted to get…

Washington Convention Center
Neighborhood: Mount Vernon Square

800 Mount Vernon Place NW
Washington, DC 20001

Gayle G. writes: Went here today for the Washington Auto Show. I hadn't been to the Convention Center since the move from NY Avenue to this location. Wow. What a difference a few years make..and not in a good way.

Logistically, this place is a nightmare. The floor…

Congressional Cemetery
Neighborhood: Capitol Hill/Southeast

1801 E Street SE
Washington, DC 20003

Cynthia R. writes: *Disclaimer: I'm reviewing cemeteries for the purpose of a good relaxing walk, photographic opportunities, historic and unusual markers and maybe a little ghoulish thrill here and there. I'm a Victorian Taphophile at heart. Happy Halloween Kids!*…

Westfield's Play and Learn

14428 Albemarle Point Pl # 100
Chantilly, VA 20151

Cindy L. writes: This is a wonderful, non-profit, day care facility that has children from 6 weeks to 5 years old. The teachers are very caring to the children. My daughter started there at 11 weeks old after we received a strong recommendation from friends who's…

5ive & 2WO Cleaners

3404 Commonwealth Ave
Alexandria, VA 22305

Peter M. writes: 5ive & 2WO Cleaners is a local dry cleaning shop run near Del Ray neighborhood of Alexandria.

One reason to use them is that they use organic cleaners to keep the environment safe - and at the same time - keep you looking very sharp.

I have had many…

Kim's Tailoring, Dry Cleaning & Shoe Repair

1100 South Hayes St.
Fashion Centre at Pentagon City, Lower Level
Arlington, VA 22202

Grace W. writes: I totally busted the heels on my favorite pair of Nine Wests -- too many nights out in Boston, apparently -- and decided to try out this shoe repair business because I wanted to wear my heels to a holiday party. Because I work 9-5 (usually til 6,…

Glen Echo Park Partnership Arts & Culture

7300 MacArthur Blvd
Glen Echo, MD 20812

reuben j. writes: I remember this place when it was an amusement park. It wasn't desegregated until 1961. Though I was young, I have some funky memories of the place. So why four stars? Well, I sometimes head out there just to chill. Ride the merry go round.. (yes,…

Dry Clean Expo

11130 Rockville Pike
Rockville, MD 20852

Jen C. writes: Pricey for alterations, but consistently perfect work. Relatively reasonable hemming costs, it's the significant dress alterations that will get you.

I haven't used them strictly for cleaning, but they seem very attentive to detail even when steaming…

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