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Barre3
The un-barre barre chain has quickly been expanding its footprint throughou...
The un-barre barre chain has quickly been expanding its footprint throughout DC—including one that’s literally steps away from Union Station (in case you want to squeeze in a sweat sesh pre-Amtrak ride). All locations have a shower…except for 14th Street, so plan accordingly.
1832 14th Street NW
Washington, DC 20009
Barre3
The un-barre barre chain has quickly been expanding its footprint throughou...
The un-barre barre chain has quickly been expanding its footprint throughout DC—including one that’s literally steps away from Union Station (in case you want to squeeze in a sweat sesh pre-Amtrak ride). All locations have a shower…except for 14th Street, so plan accordingly.
1000 Wisconsin Ave NW Suite G-100
Washington, DC 20007
Barre3
The un-barre barre chain has quickly been expanding its footprint throughou...
The un-barre barre chain has quickly been expanding its footprint throughout DC—including one that’s literally steps away from Union Station (in case you want to squeeze in a sweat sesh pre-Amtrak ride). All locations have a shower…except for 14th Street, so plan accordingly.
4900 Massachusetts Ave NW
Washington, DC 20016
Barre3
The un-barre barre chain has quickly been expanding its footprint throughou...
The un-barre barre chain has quickly been expanding its footprint throughout DC—including one that’s literally steps away from Union Station (in case you want to squeeze in a sweat sesh pre-Amtrak ride). All locations have a shower…except for 14th Street, so plan accordingly.
701 2nd Street NE
Washington, DC 20002
Cut Seven
The most unintimidating intimidating workout in DC—and by the end of the ...
The most unintimidating intimidating workout in DC—and by the end of the team-based circuit workout you’ll probably have made a handful of new BFFs. Bonus points for the sleek interior and card games in the lobby.
1101 Rhode Island Ave. NW
Washington, DC 20001
Dio Wine Bar
Every bottle offered at this charmingly shabby-chic H Street wine bar is ei...
Every bottle offered at this charmingly shabby-chic H Street wine bar is either organically or biodynamically grown. There’s a small food menu (filled with standard snacks, like cheese boards and deviled eggs) in case you get hungry.
904 H Street NE
Washington, DC 20002
Down Dog Power Yoga
This Georgetown hot yoga institution recently re-opened in much larger digs...
This Georgetown hot yoga institution recently re-opened in much larger digs—although their signature classes are just as popular as ever. There are mats and towels to rent, although no showers so BYO body wipes.
1229 34th Street NW
Washington, DC 20007
Fare Well
One part diner, one part bakery, and completely vegan: That’s the Fare We...
One part diner, one part bakery, and completely vegan: That’s the Fare Well food equation. The menu leans heavy on the comfort food, so come hungry (don’t miss the house-made cashew and almond burrata)—and good luck walking past the cake display and not ordering a slice.
406 H Street NE
Washington, DC 20002
Flow Yoga Center
Where yoga teachers take yoga—and with not one but two locations within a...
Where yoga teachers take yoga—and with not one but two locations within a block of each other in Logan Circle, during peak times there’s a class nearly every 30 minutes. Bonus: Mat rentals are free your first class.
1450 P Street NW
Washington, DC 20005
Flow Yoga Center
Where yoga teachers take yoga—and with not one but two locations within a...
Where yoga teachers take yoga—and with not one but two locations within a block of each other in Logan Circle, during peak times there’s a class nearly every 30 minutes. Bonus: Mat rentals are free your first class.
1508 14th Street NW
Washington, DC 20005
Fruitive
The certified-organic cold-pressed juices are one reason to swing by this c...
The certified-organic cold-pressed juices are one reason to swing by this centrally located café—but the maca bowls, avo-toasts, and collard tacos (which are specially priced on Tuesdays, natch) are why you’l l want to sit and linger.
1094 Palmer Alley NW
Washington, DC 20001
Fuse Pilates
The best Pilates spot in DC—if you’re bored of your reformer or mat wor...
The best Pilates spot in DC—if you’re bored of your reformer or mat workouts, try their patent-pending ladder class, which adds boot-camp elements to the vertical piece of equipment.
1401 14th Street NW
Washington, DC 20005
Grace Street Market
This mini-food hall hits all the essentials: single-origin coffee (via Grac...
This mini-food hall hits all the essentials: single-origin coffee (via Grace Street Coffee Roasters), cold-pressed juice and acai bowls (South Block), and sandwiches stuffed with locally sourced ingredients (SunDeVich).
3210 Grace St. NW
Washington, DC 20007
HipCityVeg
Burgers, Buffalo sandwiches, and milkshakes that your meat-loving colleague...
Burgers, Buffalo sandwiches, and milkshakes that your meat-loving colleague will never guess are vegan. On hot days, opt for the Banana Whip—which is literally just frozen banana but tastes like ice cream.
712 7th Street NW
Washington, DC 20001
Jrink
DC’s version of Moon Juice—grab a cold-pressed juice, order an adaptoge...
DC’s version of Moon Juice—grab a cold-pressed juice, order an adaptogenic latte, or go all out with an e3 Live-boosted superfood bowl. Be prepared to want to ‘gram everything when you’re there.
600 H Street NE (inside Whole Foods)
Washington, DC 20002
Jrink
DC’s version of Moon Juice—grab a cold-pressed juice, order an adaptoge...
DC’s version of Moon Juice—grab a cold-pressed juice, order an adaptogenic latte, or go all out with an e3 Live-boosted superfood bowl. Be prepared to want to ‘gram everything when you’re there.
750 C Street SE
Washington, DC 20003
Jrink
DC’s version of Moon Juice—grab a cold-pressed juice, order an adaptoge...
DC’s version of Moon Juice—grab a cold-pressed juice, order an adaptogenic latte, or go all out with an e3 Live-boosted superfood bowl. Be prepared to want to ‘gram everything when you’re there.
1323 Connecticut Ave. NW (upstairs)
Washington, DC 20036
Jrink
DC’s version of Moon Juice—grab a cold-pressed juice, order an adaptoge...
DC’s version of Moon Juice—grab a cold-pressed juice, order an adaptogenic latte, or go all out with an e3 Live-boosted superfood bowl. Be prepared to want to ‘gram everything when you’re there.
1800 Wyoming Ave NW (inside Skynear building)
Washington, DC 20009
Jrink
DC’s version of Moon Juice—grab a cold-pressed juice, order an adaptoge...
DC’s version of Moon Juice—grab a cold-pressed juice, order an adaptogenic latte, or go all out with an e3 Live-boosted superfood bowl. Be prepared to want to ‘gram everything when you’re there.
1922 I Street NW
Washington, DC 20006
Jrink
DC’s version of Moon Juice—grab a cold-pressed juice, order an adaptoge...
DC’s version of Moon Juice—grab a cold-pressed juice, order an adaptogenic latte, or go all out with an e3 Live-boosted superfood bowl. Be prepared to want to ‘gram everything when you’re there.
1630 14th Street NW
Washington, DC 20009
Mason & Rook Hotel
This recently renovated, elegant boutique hotel just steps from Logan Circl...
This recently renovated, elegant boutique hotel just steps from Logan Circle offers up free yoga mats in every room—plus guests can use their complimentary Public bikes to get around the city. The hotel gym is small but clean (and usually stocked with fresh apples for the taking).
1430 Rhode Island Ave. NW
Washington, DC 20005
Pod DC Hotel
The rooms may be scaled-down at this micro hotel, but the fitness offerings...
The rooms may be scaled-down at this micro hotel, but the fitness offerings aren’t: Guests get complimentary access to Sculpt DC (a yoga, barre, and cycling studio) and Washington Sports Club (typical gym facilities) across the street. There are also seasonal group runs that double as a sightseeing sesh.
627 H Street NW
Washington, DC 20001
Recharj
If walking past the White House triggers some angry/upset/anxious combo, he...
If walking past the White House triggers some angry/upset/anxious combo, head around the corner to this ultra-stylish meditation spot, which leads drop-in classes (along with power-nap sessions) all day long.
1445 New York Ave. NW
Washington, DC 20005
Rise Bakery
You’d never guess that the ultra-fluffy donut you’re biting into is glu...
You’d never guess that the ultra-fluffy donut you’re biting into is gluten-free—just like everything else served up at this tiny Adams Morgan bakery. (A handful of vegan options are made each day, too.) The tahini brownie is not to be missed.
2409 18th Street NW
Washington, DC 20009
Sally’s Middle Name
This buzzy H Street restaurant offers up plenty of gluten- and dairy-free o...
This buzzy H Street restaurant offers up plenty of gluten- and dairy-free options on its otherwise wide-ranging menu—all utilizing locally sourced produce that’s super in-season. If you can’t nab a table (and seriously, make a ressie), sit at the bar and sip on their fermented green tomato brine-accented vodka cocktail.
1320 H Street NE
Washington, DC 20002
Salt & Sundry
Astrological signs and succulents are in heavy print rotation (on notebooks...
Astrological signs and succulents are in heavy print rotation (on notebooks, on tea towels, on...) at this shop selling, well, sundry home goods. Keep an eye out for mini-signs that indicate locally made items–like Shrub District's cocktail vinegars.
1625 14th St NW
Washington, DC 20009
Shouk
If there’s one veggie-centric fast-casual spot you hit in DC, make it thi...
If there’s one veggie-centric fast-casual spot you hit in DC, make it this one—the 100-percent plant-based restaurant serves up ridiculously delicious “Israeli street food”. If you can’t decide what to order, go with the Shouk Burger—it’s as ridiculously tasty as it sounds.
655 K Street NW
Washington, DC 20001
Shouk
If there’s one veggie-centric fast-casual spot you hit in DC, make it thi...
If there’s one veggie-centric fast-casual spot you hit in DC, make it this one—the 100-percent plant-based restaurant serves up ridiculously delicious “Israeli street food”. If you can’t decide what to order, go with the Shouk Burger—it’s as ridiculously tasty as it sounds.
395 Morse Street NE
Washington, DC 20002
Solidcore
Definitely bring a change of clothes if you pop into a 50-minute class at t...
Definitely bring a change of clothes if you pop into a 50-minute class at the Frankenformer chain (once affiliated with the Lagree Fitness Method, although no longer)—you’ll sweat as you work on low-impact, body-shaking moves at this Michelle Obama-approved spot. Book ahead, as machines fill up fast.
1255 23rd Street NW
Washington, DC 20037
Solidcore
Definitely bring a change of clothes if you pop into a 50-minute class at t...
Definitely bring a change of clothes if you pop into a 50-minute class at the Frankenformer chain (once affiliated with the Lagree Fitness Method, although no longer)—you’ll sweat as you work on low-impact, body-shaking moves at this Michelle Obama-approved spot. Book ahead, as machines fill up fast.
1821 7th Street NW
Washington, DC 20001
Solidcore
Definitely bring a change of clothes if you pop into a 50-minute class at t...
Definitely bring a change of clothes if you pop into a 50-minute class at the Frankenformer chain (once affiliated with the Lagree Fitness Method, although no longer)—you’ll sweat as you work on low-impact, body-shaking moves at this Michelle Obama-approved spot. Book ahead, as machines fill up fast.
1245 First Street SE
Washington, DC 20003
Solidcore
Definitely bring a change of clothes if you pop into a 50-minute class at t...
Definitely bring a change of clothes if you pop into a 50-minute class at the Frankenformer chain (once affiliated with the Lagree Fitness Method, although no longer)—you’ll sweat as you work on low-impact, body-shaking moves at this Michelle Obama-approved spot. Book ahead, as machines fill up fast.
433 Massachusetts Ave. NW
Washington, DC 200016
Solidcore
Definitely bring a change of clothes if you pop into a 50-minute class at t...
Definitely bring a change of clothes if you pop into a 50-minute class at the Frankenformer chain (once affiliated with the Lagree Fitness Method, although no longer)—you’ll sweat as you work on low-impact, body-shaking moves at this Michelle Obama-approved spot. Book ahead, as machines fill up fast.
3308 Wisconsin Ave. NW
Washington, DC 20016
Solidcore
Definitely bring a change of clothes if you pop into a 50-minute class at t...
Definitely bring a change of clothes if you pop into a 50-minute class at the Frankenformer chain (once affiliated with the Lagree Fitness Method, although no longer)—you’ll sweat as you work on low-impact, body-shaking moves at this Michelle Obama-approved spot. Book ahead, as machines fill up fast.
1706 Columbia Rd. NW
Washington, DC 20009
Sticky Fingers Sweets and Eats
Everything at this Cupcake War winner’s bakery is vegan—yup, including ...
Everything at this Cupcake War winner’s bakery is vegan—yup, including those insanely gooey sticky buns. Keep an eye out for the monthly cupcake special, since a portion of sales go to charity.
1370 Park Rd. NW
Washington, DC 20010
Take Care
This ridiculously cute, ultra-curated natural beauty and home goods shop is...
This ridiculously cute, ultra-curated natural beauty and home goods shop is basically bathleisure goals (plus, a major help if you left your RMS highlighter or Rahua shampoo at home). Check the schedule for their woo-woo leaning workshops.
1338 Wisconsin Ave. NW
Washington, DC 20007
Take Five Meditation
This tucked-away meditation studio leads a range of mind-and-body-calming m...
This tucked-away meditation studio leads a range of mind-and-body-calming modalities (think everything from crystal bowls to “mantras for chakras”). Give yourself a little extra time after class to sip on the studio’s custom herbal tea blend.
1803 Connecticut Ave. NW, 2nd Floor
Washington, DC 20009
The Bar Method
BYO sticky socks if you’re taking classes at the DC location of the natio...
BYO sticky socks if you’re taking classes at the DC location of the national barre chain, which features all the usual tuck and pulse moves (right in the middle of Downtown).
750 9th Street NW Suite 103
Washington, DC 20001
The Line DC
It’s tough to want to leave the Instagram-worthy rooms at this Adams Morg...
It’s tough to want to leave the Instagram-worthy rooms at this Adams Morgan boutique hotel, but the 1,600 square-foot gym (and wellness program led by Urban Athletic Club’s Graham King) might just do the trick. Plus, everything from lobby restaurant Brothers and Sisters (including their five-grain avocado salad) can be ordered for room service.
1770 Euclid St. NW
Washington, DC 20009
The Little Beet
There are a whole lot of OMG menu items at this gluten-free, veggie-centric...
There are a whole lot of OMG menu items at this gluten-free, veggie-centric bowl spot (sweet potato mac and cheese, grilled avocado, turmeric almonds….). If you’ve got additional restrictions, let them know—they’ve got dairy-free, soy-free, nut-free, vegetarian, and vegan menus.
1212 18th Street NW
Washington, DC 20036
Zaytinya
A work dinner no-brainer if you can’t handle another steakhouse (or if yo...
A work dinner no-brainer if you can’t handle another steakhouse (or if you’re just dying to try on of Jose Andres’ many DC restos). You’ll find loads of veg-friendly options on the Eastern Mediterranean menu.
701 9th Street NW
Washington, DC 20001