Ghostly International: In my opinion, best museum in DC. They have an excellent collection of both well known and unheard of contemporary artists and the architecture of the building really adds to the overall experience.
Ms Helene: If you like Modern and Contemporary Art, then this is a 'must see'. The purpose built facility is incredible and it's amazing that it's free!
ToryBurch: Situated behind the Washington Mall, take in contemporary works of art by Matisse, Picasso and Pollock or relax in the sculpture garden with a cup of tea.
2. National Portrait Gallery
9.2
800 F St NW (at 8th St. NW), Washington, D.C.
Art Museum · Downtown-Penn Quarter-Chinatown · 183 tips and reviews
Amber C: Check out the bling portrait on the 3rd floor. Modern and contemporary art lot.Colne gallery! Beautiful!
Lee Cal: Go to 3rd floor! Contemporary Art at it's finest! Check out the US Map, Watch This and, then, countless of art works in stock at Luce Center ...
Erik Brok: The modern and contemporary art section on the top floor is fantastic.
5. Osteria Morini
8.7
301 Water St SE Ste 109, Washington, D.C.
Italian Restaurant · Navy Yard · 48 tips and reviews
Rob Bouknight: Excellent, Vibrant and fresh Italian Cuisine with a contemporary atmosphere and waterfront setting. Lunch two plate (antipasti-entree) special for 25 is worth the trip! Great wine selection !
Alice: If you can make it to dessert, try the riso. Perfect blend of flavors, light, and a wonderful way to end the meal.
suicide_blond: pro tip: night owls take note -after 9pm pastas are half price.. xoxo
6. Breadsoda
8.0
2233 Wisconsin Ave NW (at Observatory Ln NW), Washington, D.C.
Bar · Glover Park · 46 tips and reviews
Rob Bouknight: Low-key, Contemporary style pool hall with a good selection of draft/bottled beers, full top shelf bar, and excellent Deli Sandwich selections. Great spot to relax and play pool.
saleh: The veggie burger is on point! I go once a week. lol
Womply: Breadsoda has partnered with Womply to offer $15 cash back after 3 visits Read more.
7. Doi Moi
8.6
1800 14th St NW (at S St NW), Washington, D.C.
Asian Restaurant · U-Street · 89 tips and reviews
dancingqueen fAMedevoLv3xion: Contemporary eclectic fusion of traditional, authentic Thai&Viêt colorful flavors&spices, in sleek mod white pales monochrome&steel open kitchen form, with fun hand craft cocktails.#fingerlickinggood
Bea: Be aware- the wild halibut is delicious only if you are into spicy food!!! It's 8 out of 10! The Lemongrass beef is out of this world delicious!
Washington Post: Part Thai, part Vietnamese, Doi Moi is pleasure. Mark Kuller (Proof, Estadio) and chef Haidar Karoum returned from Southeast Asia to create flavors that some foodists compare to Little Serow.
Iván: Es la parte del museo dedicada al arte contemporáneo.
Sarah K.: Can't complain about the food! Nice selection of international cuisine (and more "American" things). Great for a brunch or lunch in a nice space, thought it could very well be loud when busy.
Chris Ubik: Small French Paintings is not to be missed, though it is tucked into a corner near the entrance and is easily overlooked.
12. Kimpton Rouge Hotel
1315 16th St NW (btwn O St NW & Scott Cir NW), Washington, D.C.
Hotel · Northwest Washington · 54 tips and reviews
Charles Drueco: Great hotel for the price. Walking distance to almost everything. Contemporary, family friendly, pet friendly, friendly and helpful staff.
Raissa Stival: Perfect. Big rooms, wifi free, perfect cleaning.
Anna Simonse: sign up for Kimpton InTouch membership and get $10 credit for the minibar
13. National Gallery of Art
9.5
6th St and Constitution Ave NW (at Constitution Ave NW), Washington, D.C.
Art Museum · Northwest Washington · 155 tips and reviews
Tom Maxwell: Beautiful gallery with works by the greats including Leonardo Da Vinci. West building is contemporary & east is modern
Theodore Kim: Of all the exhibits, don't leave without checking out the East Building, which houses the modern collection. Great art around every corner. And the architecture itself is worth multiple Instagrams.
HISTORY: Opened in 1941, this museum, founded by financier Andrew Mellon, has some 116,000 works of Western art dating from the Middle Ages to the modern era.
15. Estadio
1520 14th St NW (at Church St NW), Washington, D.C.
Spanish Restaurant · Logan Circle - Shaw · 159 tips and reviews
Eater: The contemporary small plates menu boasts a strong selection of cheese and charcuterie, as well as pintxos, bocadillos and classic tapas dishes. Read more.
Vivian Kong: Delicious tapas & friendly service. Perfect for special occasions.
Washington Post: Drink up. Estadio's gin and tonic, aka the Gintonic, showcases the drink's Spanish twist. They couple Old Raj gin or Tanqueray No. 10 with house-made orange-flower tonic.