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LOGAN CIRCLE
LIVING
Logan Circle, as many would suggest, is one of DC’s
hottest neighborhoods. Its close proximity to dining,
shopping and entertainment attracts a vibrant and
fun community. Nestled between Dupont Circle
and Shaw, the fusion of two distinct neighborhoods
gives Logan Circle a unique flavor that sets it apart
within DC.
ogan Circle itself is the only one hundred percent
residential circle in the city and is becoming one
of the fastest growing and most densely populated
areas in the district. With Victorian-style houses
from the late 19th century in fun shades of red,
yellow, blue, gray, and green, the architecture is one of the most
appealing draws to the neighborhood.
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Another huge draw is location. A quick walk from the White House,
along with its myriad of food and shopping options, everything one
might need is right there: from a local Whole Foods to weekly
farmers markets to trendy new restaurants to local boutiques.
Just outside of the residential circle, the 14th Street Corridor is
bustling. Within its radius of a few blocks, the corridor is filled with
upscale dining options with exquisite taste and exceptional service,
along with eclectic music venues, avant-garde design boutiques, chic
art galleries and historical architecture. The area represents a deep
convergence of old and new that attracts a vibrant crowd of twenty
and thirty-something residents that have found the renovated
houses and new high-rise apartments, hugely appealing.
Residents find that there are so many choices and a walk in one
direction or the other will reveal a treasure trove of culinary, fashion,
and entertainment venues.
For those looking for cultural and art opportunities, catch a show
at Studio Theatre on 14th Street, or check out what exhibition
Transformer, a non-profit art gallery on P street, has in store. Just
around the corner, Black Whiskey is a reliable go-to for a night out
or stop in to Birch and Barley to sample a few of their 500 beers
in house.
For the local foodie, Estadio is known for its delicious Spanish small
plates, while Zeniar has an acclaimed sushi bar that fish-lovers
wont want to miss. However, nothing compares to Sunday brunch
at Le Diplomate, with its incredible French inspired cuisine and its
overflowing baskets of fresh, warm pastries.
A lot of these restaurants are furnished locally from Miss Pixie’s
or Showroom 1412, two local furniture boutiques that carry such
whimsical vintage wares; they could double as art galleries. The
modern meets vintage décor mirrors the mixed culture of Logan
Circle’s old and new.
Logan Circle’s recent boom is no surprise. With its stunning historical
architecture, coupled with countless dining and cultural opportunities,
there is no place like it and everyone wants a taste.
— by Courtney Ingard
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