Mac Donald Diane M Dr Optometrist

4238 Wilson Blvd
Arlington, VA 22203

Audra K. writes: Located on the 2nd floor of Ballston Common Mall outside of Macy's, her office is very convenient for people riding Metro. We spoke a great deal about my eyes and what the problem could be. As it turns out she recommended that I hold off on getting…

Marchone's Italian Delicatessen

11224 Triangle Ln
Silver Spring, MD 20902

John R. writes: As Catherine had said, some place never change.  This little corner of the world has gone through a lot in the past 10 years, but Marchone's is still the corner stone.  

As far as I'm concerned, Marchone's only sells two things - an amazing, the all…

Greater Washington Dermatology

5411 W Cedar Ln Ste 102A
Bethesda, MD 20814

dave g. writes: Very professional,
I always feel self-conscious stripping down in front of attractive female doctors, so i make awkward jokes. Got lots of courtesy laughs, and felt pretty comfortable. They told me exactly how to treat my eczema, and loaded me up with…

Kansai Sushi

128 Maple Ave
Vienna, VA 22180

Lisa M. writes: Kansai is one of the best-kept secrets in Northern Virginia. It's located in a strip mall next to the Magruders in Vienna, and consequently very easy to overlook. But inside this sweet little enclave is some of the freshest sushi I've had in this…

The Craft Shoe Shop

416 Main St
Gaithersburg, MD 20878

Amanda G. writes: I agree; Tony is amazing!  His customer service is bar none and the magic he performs is unbelievable!!  I definitely recommend this place for any shoe, luggage or leather-goods repair.

what word

yahoo games
Washington, DC 20050

Vivian K. writes: i just wanted to say that what word on yahoo games is awesome.. hence the yelp about it..

sometimes when i'm bored, not bored, busy with work, hanging out, waiting for a phone call, .. i play what word on yahoo games.. it's this silly lil' flip…

Anita's New Mexico Style Mexican Food

10880 Lee Hwy
Fairfax, VA 22030

Shane O. writes: Ahhh Fairfax.  Anita's is def one good thing about working out here.  Although I've actually never had a sit down meal here, I have had more breakfast burritos than I care to count.  They are great and you cant beat the price at $1.09 ea.  Make that…

Expressly Nails

1900 L St NW
Ste 205
Washington, DC 20036

Stef W. writes: This is THE place to go for acrylics!  Went here for 5 years when I worked downtown.  My acrylics lasted for 4 -- yes, 4 -- weeks!  The first set and fills are reasonably priced at $75 and $35.  You also won't be charged anything for nail repair if…

Rock Creek Bethesda

4917 Elm St
Bethesda, MD 20814

Brian W. writes: Tried Rock Creek last week and found it to be enjoyable and well executed.   I would not call this a vegetarian restaurant because there are only two vegetarian entrees and the menu focuses on meat including fish.  The mediterranean sampler was fine…

7-Eleven
Neighborhood: U Street Corridor

1115 U Street NW
Washington, DC 20009

RoDERICK a. writes: Came here the Sunday night before Labor Day. It was rather late, but since it was Labor Day weekend the area was still hopping, though our mad dash to  Ben's Chili Bowl proved unsuccessful.

No big surprises: its 7-Eleven, come on now. Of course I had…

Smoothie King

7720 Wisconsin Ave
Bethesda, MD 20814

Billy K. writes: A piece of heaven.  Really.  There are numerous choices you want, and also they have heaps of different kinds of powders - protein, vitamins, etc...  Delicious.  I had mangofest, pina colada island, and raspberries sunrise.  I would go back again and…

Robert Andrew the Salon & Spa

1328 Main Chapel Way
Gambrills, MD 21054

Ronnail R. writes: It was the best place to relax with a love one.

Both I and my husband received the best pampering I could have imagined.  We had reservations for the Venetian Suite where we both received full body massages that included alone time in the jacuzzi and…

A. Litteri, Inc.

517 Morse St NE
Washington, DC 20002

LeeAnn O. writes: I can't believe this gem only has 4 reviews!  This is the home of Old Italian Man Day (aka Saturdays before 3), the best damn sandwich one can get south of New York, 50+ different kinds of olive oil spanning from Spain to Italy to Greece, and one of…

Potbelly Sandwich Works
Neighborhood: Chinatown

726 7th St NW
Washington, DC 20001

Su K. writes: MISSING!
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Last seen canoodling with http://www.yelp.com/bi...

If you have any information, please call the Spare Tire Prevention Hotline at 1-800-FATTIES.
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Mrs. Natalie of Georgetown, Psychic
Neighborhood: Georgetown

1500 Wisconsin Ave NW
Washington, DC 20007

Chloe F. writes: I know what you are thinking. "palm readings? really, Chloe F., pull yourself together". Sure, sure you might think horoscopes and soul mates are all pish-posh. You could take a look at the random lines on my hand and make something up, I know, I…

Eight Hands Round

2301 Mount Vernon Ave
Alexandria, VA 22301

Kate M. writes: Eight Hands Round has it all!  New, old, and everything in between.  You can find a gift for anyone from a toddler right on up to your grandmother, and sometimes even yourself if you are lucky.  You can quickly find owner Cindy Gompert's shop if you…

W Curtis Draper Tobacconist

640 14th Street NW
Washington, DC 20005

Larry G. writes: As you may already know...Maryland forbids the sale of clove cigarettes.  Why?  I have no friggin' clue.  So, I have to come down to DC or VA for them...whenever I'm in the mood for them.

So...I only come here for cloves.  They have a decent selection…

Mio Restaurant

1110 Vermont Avenue NW
Suite 1
Washington, DC 20005

Kerri D. writes: I went to mio this week for drinks and appetizers and loved everything about the place.  The scallops and squash blossoms were fantastic but my favorite is the spicy rib dish!  The drinks were great, bartender recommended very good and reasonably…

Watkins Regional Park

301 Watkins Park Dr
Upper Marlboro, MD 20774

olivia d. writes: I don't know of any other park on the Maryland side where you can find clean playgrounds, a carousel, mini golf, a little train, petting zoo, a nature center, lighted tennis courts, baseball fields, and trails. Wheaton Regional Park used to be cool…

Sears Roebuck and Co

Bowie Towne Center
15700 Emerald Way
Bowie, MD 20716

Larry G. writes: Sears isn't a store I'd think of when I want to go shopping for clothes.  They don't really have anything appealing to me...except maybe once every 3 years or so.  

Sears is somewhere I'll go if and when I need to buy an appliance or something.  They…

El Paraiso Restaurant
Neighborhood: U Street Corridor

1916 14th St NW
Washington, DC 20009

Lauren B. writes: 3.50Stars

This is my go to place when I feel the need for something quick and easy since I can order it and by the time I get there is it coming out of the kitchen for me. Is all about the timing when ordering food for pick-up!

I will admit that I…

Koons Automotive Group

5001 Auth Way
Suitland, MD 20746

Larry G. writes: These guys give really great services on car repairs.  You simply bring it in early in the morning...like by 7:30am and will be done by 4:30pm.  Of course, most of them are done within minutes or hours.  But for someone who works all day, you can…

Potomac Massage Training Institute

5028 Wisconsin Avenue NW
Washington, DC 20016

Xi W. writes: I've been needing a really good massage and have done some research to look for a place that does deep tissue (I'm somehow convinced that it is the only effective method) and have reasonable rates.  Finding very little, I was beginning to contemplate…

Danny's Hair Studio

1728 Connecticut Avenue NW
Washington, DC 20009

Eileen S. writes: Long-time stylist Tucker Reilly whips my hair into great shape at Danny's every 6-8 weeks. A follower of Tucker around town for over 6 years now, I love to joke with him about how I got sooo lucky as to find him as a walk-in off the street one day!
He…

Palisade's Pizzeria & Clam Bar
Neighborhood: Palisades

4885 MacArthur Blvd NW
Washington, DC 20007

Chelsea J. writes: I LOVE this pizza!  

If you can get there before 5 (hard I know!) their slices are 1/2 off!!  The sausage pizza here is delicious!  There are always about 6-8 different pizzas to chose from for your slice (chicken, veggie, meats, peperoni, white,…

Coolridge Animal Hospital

6801 Old Branch Ave
Temple Hills, MD 20748

Larry G. writes: Why is it that our pets are always quiet when they enter the animal hospital?  They'll meow or bark their heads off on the way there, knowing they're going to see the vet.  But as soon as they walk in, all is quiet.  Is there some odorless chemical…

Moti's Falafel Stand

184 Rollins Ave
Rockville, MD 20852

Jeff G. writes: Falafel is one of those dishes that can either be really tasty or horribly bland.  Moti's understands how to do falafel right and is a great stop for lunch.

If you're one of those people who can't eat at dive restaurants because the surrounds are too…

Artists Inn Residence
Neighborhood: Dupont Circle

1824 R St NW
Washington, DC 20009

Sara M. writes: We just returned from a *fabulous* stay at the Artists Inn Residence.  

When I was trying to book a room for my recent visit to DC I found out that I would be travelling during graduation weekend - a total nightmare.  A room at Artists Inn Residence,…

Tonic at Quigley's Pharmacy
Neighborhood: Foggy Bottom

2036 G Street, NW
Washington, DC 20052

Eric C. writes: I've lunched here twice at the bar. Service excelled and my BLT w/ avocado was my best ever. I've also had a competent pulled pork sandwich. They come with tater tots, chips or a salad; I got the salad.

I like the bar because it has three tvs that…

Five Guys

8863 Greenbelt Rd
Greenbelt, MD 20770

Su K. writes: Offering one of the best burgers off of 193/University Blvd/Greenbelt Rd, these Five Guys stomp on the Burger King's crown, mess up Ronald's mascara and pull out Wendy's weave. The menu here is simple: burgers, hot dogs, and fries. You can add bacon…

Interface Media Group
Neighborhood: Dupont Circle

1233 20th St NW
Lower Level
Washington, DC 20036

Carol P. writes:

FedEx Kinko's Office and Print Center

1850 Centennial Park Dr
Reston, VA 20191

Lynn S. writes: Continually reliable, incredibly convenient neighborhood drop off spot for FedEx shipments.  This is a very tiny location that offers two reserved parking spaces in front of the door.  It is on the ground floor of an office building just off Wiehle…

Bungalow Billiards

13891 Metrotech Dr
Chantilly, VA 20151

Heather M. writes: One of my roommates really likes pool. He enters nine ball tournaments and tries to play regularly. [This has died down recently in favor of ping-pong, darts, and Halo 3 as we don't have a pool table here.] As a result, I've been to a few pool halls…

Liljenquist & Beckstead Jewelers

1798 Galleria At Tysns II
Mc Lean, VA 22102

Tyler N. writes: Although I have only used Liljenquist & Beckstead (Tyson's location) to handle the servicing of a watch, I was very impressed with both their selection of watches and their customer service.  Even though my watch had to be sent to the manufacturer…

Leesylvania State Park

2001 Daniel K Ludwig Dr
Woodbridge, VA 22191

PC W. writes: Old friends.  Keys to a 1993 cranberry Cadillac Seville.  One Saturday morning free of commitments.  A need for some sun, sand and relaxation resulted in a google maps search that served up Leesylvania State Park.  I didn't have high expectations…

Golfdom

8203 Watson St
McLean, VA 22102

Richard C. writes: What can you say about Golfdom other than they have everything you could ever want... well, as long as you're a golfer - do NOT come here for a baseball mitt or tennis racquet, you would be very disappointed!

Wall-to-wall clubs, balls, clothing,…

Bravo Italian Cafe

11250 James Swart Cir
Fairfax, VA 22030

rcrc g. writes: Excellent Italian food in a very obscure plaza mall!

The dishes are rich and flavorful, with an exceptional choice menu including seafood, pastas and chicken and steak.

I ordered the Seafood Posillipo W/ Linguini:  Fresh jumbo shrimp, mussels, Baby…

Ruan Thai Restaurant

11407 Amherst Ave
Silver Spring, MD 20902

Ina K. writes: Yelp + GOOG411 + GPS = Awesome!

I was in Wheaton for lunch, and was restaurantless because my original destination was under construction. Where to go? So I flipped through the Yelp file cabinet in my mind and opened the "Wheaton" folder. I remembered…