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Overhyped
This coffee house is overhyped. There are a bunch of post-college 20 somethings sitting around...
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This coffee house is overhyped. There are a bunch of post-college 20 somethings sitting around drinking over-priced coffee on uncomfortable seats. Most of the time you won't even have a table in the near proximity to put your beverage down on. There is also a full service bar which is actually more comfortable to sit at than the comfy couches. Basic food is available but it's not good. Service is VERY bad and SLOW. Some nights they have free music but it's so crowded and loud that it's almost not enjoyable. One good thing about this place is that the entire front of the shop opens up when there is nice weather and you can people watch if you get a seat close enough. Plus the coffee isn't that great and by the time it arrives it's cold.
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George W. Bush
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Uncategorized
1600 Pennsylvania Avenue NW
Washington,
Dist. of Columbia
(202) 456-1111
Bad President
Wants to destroy the separation of Church and State.
Wants to roll back Roe v. Wade.
Willing...
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Wants to destroy the separation of Church and State.
Wants to roll back Roe v. Wade.
Willing to take country into war but lie about reasons for war.
Uses 9/11 to justify taking away American Civil Rights & anything else he wants to do.
Can't speak English.
A failure in business.
I highly suggest you vote for a different president.
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CyberStop Cafe
Category:
Home Electronics
17th & Church St NW
Washington,
Dist. of Columbia
CyberStop Cafe: A great local hangout
What do you do when the Internet goes out in your apartment? If you're like most people, you get it...
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What do you do when the Internet goes out in your apartment? If you're like most people, you get it re-established. Not me. Nope. I go in search of alternatives. I haven't figured out whether that's because I'm naturally curious or just in no mood to deal with Verizon.
Regardless, it turns out that I live right around the corner from a great place to surf the Web. It's called CyberStop Cafe, on 17th and Church St NW. I'd passed it many a time walking around the neighborhood, but until my DSL woes I hadn't stopped in. Now I'm hooked.
There are two ways you can surf: computers are available for $15/hour, or you can bring in your laptop and surf for free. The wireless bubble also reaches to the sidewalk, where tables are placed for you to see the local sights while you browse the world.
The fare is pretty basic. You can readily get your coffee products, and there is all manner of baked sin for you to indulge in (today they have pumpkin pie, lemon merengue and something that looks pecan-ish). A single cooler contains Coke products, Perrier, bottled water and Naturals juices. There are also wrapped sandwiches, bagels and fruit. It's clear this is more about the computers than about the food.
As for the feel of the place, it's a lot like your friend's townhouse where you went to parties every other Saturday during college. You know, the place owned by three guys with the disconnected bathtub on the first floor for beer and questionably clean couches everywhere. Ok, there's no bathtub, but there are couches and upstairs in addition to the computer rentals there are small tables for you to park your laptop or study materials for as long as you care to hang out. I've been here for hours at a time and people were here when I arrived and there when I left.
All in all, I find this a great place to hang out and read email, do work, read the paper, study, etc. One word of caution: the upstairs area is generally meant to be a quiet space. I've witnessed a few arguments about this, occasionally heated. The wise will have their conversations downstairs.
Incidentally, I started writing this in the cafe when their internal wireless network went down. In trying to connect again, something on my laptop got screwed up, so I'm finishing this at my office before going back home. No reflection on the cafe, although I will mention that the obviously flustered person who was trying to get everything working again was very nice.
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Studio Infinity
Category:
Fitness
2200 Wisconsin Ave NW
Washington,
Dist. of Columbia
(202) 333-0663
Fantastic organic spa and yoga studio
I've been to 1/2 a dozen spas in/around DC. This one is unique because it stresses a holistic,...
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I've been to 1/2 a dozen spas in/around DC. This one is unique because it stresses a holistic, organic approach to health and beauty. I've tried the Dr. Hauschka facial and a yoga class. The facial is top rate, no harsh treatments but you still come out looking and feeling great. There were only 3 people in the yoga class I attended, which is a wonder in itself. It's a beautiful space, wonderful feng shui and a nice hot/cold foot bath path that you can walk along before going to a class/treatment.
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Yanni's Greek Taverna
Category:
Restaurants
3500 Connecticut Ave
Washington,
Dist. of Columbia
(202) 362-8871
pretty good
the food and the service were worth waiting for
the food and the service were worth waiting for
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Urban Outfitters
Category:
Uncategorized
3111 M St NW
Washington,
Dist. of Columbia
(202) 342-1012
Shop and Drop at Urban Outfitters
Urban Outfitters is known for its trendy and hip styles for both men and women. However, its prices...
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Urban Outfitters is known for its trendy and hip styles for both men and women. However, its prices are outrageously high even for designer brands. The staff is very helpful, and friendly, and will go out of their way to help you find the right size, color, or style for you. There is also an abundance of types of clothes for everyone in the family, so this is definitely a splurge place to shop!
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J Crew
Category:
Uncategorized
3222 M St NW
Washington,
Dist. of Columbia
(202) 965-4090
Preppy, recycled styles in different colors
J.crew is the kind of store that I wish that I did not shop at, and yet I do. The clothing line...
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J.crew is the kind of store that I wish that I did not shop at, and yet I do. The clothing line seems perfect for the Washington DC conservative bunch with the argyle sweaters and monochrome suits. The clothes are well made, priced high, and never offend at the office. The styles are classic: the peacoat that I bought 5 winters ago is for sale every winter with slight variations in cut and color. The same boots are for sale. The styles are stale, but the colors are spectacular. If you are looking for something unique and frilly, look elsewhere.
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Anthropologie
Category:
Women's Clothing
Georgetown Park Mall
Washington,
Dist. of Columbia
(202) .33-7.1363
No digging required.
You don’t have to dig around to discover a great find here. The great finds are all around you....
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You don’t have to dig around to discover a great find here. The great finds are all around you. Decoupage tea pots, humorous books, fine plates and glassware, hip home décor, and of course the best clothing in the mall are all located in one place— Anthropologie. If it’s trendy and beautiful, you will find it here. But if you visit, bring your check book or credit card, because you will be spending a month’s paycheck. And nothing here is cheap!
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U-Haul
Category:
Trailer Rental
26 K St NW
Washington,
Dist. of Columbia
(202) 289-5480
U Haul on K St, NE to be avoided at all costs
Without a doubt, the most stressful days are moving days - and this U Haul location does nothing to...
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Without a doubt, the most stressful days are moving days - and this U Haul location does nothing to make them easier. From losing reservations to not answering their phones to renting trucks with bad transmissions to closing an hour early because they cannot staff their desks and the manager simply does not care enough to cover the shift himself, the place fits the definition of a mover's worst nightmare.
If you must use U Haul, please book in advance and don't use the website. Pick a location (anyone in the area OTHER than this one...I've had a semi-good experience at 1750 Bladensburg Rd: 202-529-4676) and call them yourself instead of booking through the internet. They give lower rates over the phone and you will have a better chance of getting the equipment you want instead of having some U Haul flunky farm it out to whichever location he feels like and then also charge you a $5 service fee.
Should you experience a nightmare like I did, if you report the specific location to the local Better Business Bureau, the national headquarters to the Arizona Better Business Bureau, and be sure to let the regional customer service office know you're doing this, it IS possible to get the entire cost of your move reimbursed and to get gift certificates for future moves as well.
I know what a pain in the butt they can be, and no one else should have to deal with them. So good luck.
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Lunch Special Hits the Spot
Penang serves a three course lunch special for $9.95 with delightfully hearty portions, soup, and...
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Penang serves a three course lunch special for $9.95 with delightfully hearty portions, soup, and a choice of chicken satays, spring rolls or shrimp. The courses came quickly, with my bowl of soup almost beating me to the table. The servers were efficient at each stage of the meal, and present without being invasive. Outside seating at tables under large umbrellas was very comfortable and tucked into the Dupont Circle sidewalk traffic, yet removed enough from its frenetic pace to enjoy tasty Malaysian food.
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