This bustling cantina from restaurateur Michael Schlow is known for its margaritas on draft, assorted ceviches, and Latin American-style tapas. Tacos are a good bet, too, especially on Tuesdays when a sampler order (two tacos ) runs just $7.

Bresca executive chef co-founder and Ryan Ratino is combining local ingredients, international accents, and personal flair at his first solo restaurant. Dishes feature seasonal ingredients and innovative flavor combinations, including a wildly popular uni pasta dish, and a Bee’s Knee’s cocktail made with gin and truffle honey.

This all-day café stands just steps off 14th Street NW. The menu includes classic Cuban sandwiches (or go for the vegetarian version), as well as meat, cheese, and vegetable-filled croquetas or empanadas. Rum shines in the featured cocktails; try the classic daiquiri or the aged rum cascara Old Fashioned. Coffee is available as well, including the signature and shareable colada.

This dimly-lit rowhouse whisks diners on a culinary journey through its menu of shareable plates and cocktails from around the world. Each dish is a story on a plate, whether it be Caribbean-style curried lamb or cured steelhead trout from Denmark. Reservations aren’t accepted, so be prepared to wait a while to eat, especially with larger groups. Parties of six to eight can book the festive Bedouin Tent, which offers an all-you-can-eat, family-style feast.

歐內斯特·海明威的漁船的名字命名,酒吧Pilar is a 14th Street standby for festive drinks, cold beer and gastropub fare. The menu ranges from smaller bites, such as fried artichokes or grilled bone marrow, to larger entrees like Sichuan pork shank or grilled rockfish. It’s also a good bet for weekend brunch or happy hour after work on Tuesday through Friday evenings.

The recently relocated (and expanded) Cork maintains its commitment to Old World wines and complementary food pairings. There are tons of by-the-glass pours from France, Spain, Italy, and elsewhere in Europe. Cork’s kitchen turns out hot and cold small plates, each designed to enhance specific wines. The attached market sells grab-and-go items, wines, and groceries.

Grab a spot in this snug speakeasy and enjoy specialty cocktails from the current list of house recipes. Those who take it straight can opt for a dram of liquor from the bar’s attractive selection, which includes rare and unusual spirits.

Platters of freshly shucked oysters and bowls of gumbo grace the tables at this lively seafood restaurant from restaurateur Jeff Black. The Louisiana vibe stretches throughout the experience. Start by sipping on a Vieux Carré sour or Sazerac and cap off the meal with a slice of key lime or pecan pie. The small front patio is a prime location for enjoying an Abita and people watching on a warm afternoon.

This homegrown Italian eatery deals in meaty snacks and Neapolitan-style pizzas. A section of the menu is dedicated to tasty anchovies and “little fishes,” while the bar pours Italian and American beers, wines, and cocktails. It also serves Capitoline Vermouth, which Etto makes in collaboration with local producer New Columbia Distillers.

Estadio specializes in Spanish tapas with a rustic feel. The roasted chorizos with potato crisps is a crowd pleaser, as is the simple sauté of pea shoots. Or, build a meal from the lengthy selection of cheeses, cured meats, and other small bites. Be sure to ask about the bar’s current “slushito” recipe, too; the frozen cocktails pack a punch at any time of the year.

Years before D.C.’s brewing renaissance, Churchkey debuted on 14th Street NW in 2009 as beer nerd heaven. It’s still one of the go-to spots in Washington for exploring the world of specialty lagers and ales. The bar counts an inventory of 50 draft lines, five casks, and more than 500 bottles. There’s worthwhile food too, including crispy tater tots, hot wings, and the mushroom flatbread.