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Mount Vernon Square/Triangle
Since efforts to revitalize Mount Vernon Square
began in 2002, the previously underdeveloped
neighborhood has come a long way. Previously a
less visited area of D.C. consisting of mostly parking
lots, Mount Vernon Square has become an upbeat
and lively neighborhood with many businesses and
activities. A combination of cheap housing, new
restaurants, and office buildings has made Mount
Vernon Triangle an up-and-coming place to be for
young professionals.
F
or work events, companies can rent space at the
new Walter E. Washington Convention Center or
the Carnegie Library right across the street. Both
venues offer full service events and have a variety
of different conference and break out rooms.
During the week, make sure to stop by Busboys and Poets, a
local hotspot that brings members of the community together to
discuss and share art and culture. The trendy meeting place has
events and readings most nights of the week.
For dinner, Mount Vernon Square has a variety of unique
restaurants. If you’re looking for a bar like atmosphere with
traditional American favorites, check out the new specials at Silo.
If you want to try something trendy, look at Kushi’s menu for
modern twists on traditional sushi and cocktails. At Alba Osteria,
you can find classic Italian cuisine and Happy Hour Prices during
the week from 4-7p.m.
For either brunch or an after work happy hour, we recommend City
Tap House. Named one of “DC’s 10 New Must Try Brunches,” by
Zagat, the menu offers an extensive array of dishes and bottomless
options. During the week, you sample the bar’s large assortment
of craft beer for only $5. City Tap House also provides full service
events for everything from corporate events to cocktail parties.
Photography by Stacy Zarin-Goldberg. Left: Alba Osteria interior.
Above: Busboys and Poets exterior sign.