For newcomers to Washington, DC, The English Teacher Collective recommends these independent and locally owned businesses:
Where to get good coffee in Washington, D.C.
Filter - Dupont Circle
Mid City Cafe - 14th and U Street Corridor
Cafe Collage - 14th and U Street Corridor
Baked and Wired - Georgetown | Zenobia - Georgetown
Peregrine Espresso - Capitol Hill
Big Bear Cafe - Bloomingdale
Pet services
Brighter Days - Dog Walking and Pet Sitting in D.C.
Book stores
Tempo Book Store, Friendship Heights, D.C.
English and foreign language bookstore located on Wisconsin Avenue in DC. Best selection of English language textbooks in the city. They sell foreign language/English dictionaries as well.
Groceries
Rodman's Discount Gourmet, Friendship Heights, D.C.
The first floor offers imported foods from around the world and the basement is a pharmacy and home goods store.
Trader Joe's
Trader Joe's is a speciality grocery store offering high quality food (no preservatives or chemicals) at discount prices.
Washington's Green Grocer
Organic fruits, vegetables, dairy and eggs delivered to your door at very reasonable prices.
Food and drink
Dos Gringos Cafe, Mount Pleasant, D.C.
Fresh sandwiches and daily specials. They host an Intercambios conversation exchange on Saturday evenings for people who wish to practice Spanish, Chinese, Vietnamese, or French.
Dentistry
Adams Morgan Family Dentistry, Adams Morgan, D.C.
Wonderful family practice with an international staff. Caring and professional.
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