We ended up picnicking, but thanks for the suggestions.

I don't think it's safe around there.

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Anonymous wrote:Ivy City Smokehouse is good, so is Other Half Brewery. You are also pretty close to Union Market, home to like a hundred restaurants.

Other Half is good!

There are a few places by Costco, right across NY Avenue. I think there’s a Chipotle, Five Guys, Mezeh and a Japanese place in that complex.

Ivy City Smokehouse is good, so is Other Half Brewery. You are also pretty close to Union Market, home to like a hundred restaurants.

Anonymous wrote:I’ve always thought it a shame that the arboretum is in such a miserable part of town with nothing around. If you find something awesome let us know.

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I’ve always thought it a shame that the arboretum is in such a miserable part of town with nothing around. If you find something awesome let us know.

There is a warehouse converted into a brewery and a coffee place that are both great. I am blanking on the name!

There’s not much in the immediate vicinity of the arboretum. Within about a 10 minute drive there’s a zekes coffee on Rhode Island Ave and Primrose on 12th St NE has a wonderful brunch, but I’m not sure they’re open on Monday.

The arboretum is also 10 or so minutes from H street, where there are lots of options.

You may want to consider bringing a picnic to the arboretum. There are plenty of places to spread out a blanket and eat.

I'm meeting a friend for a walk through the Arboretum tomorrow. I'd appreciate suggestions for lunch or coffee nearby. Thanks!