Best of Bellevue, DC
The best restaurants, cafés, bars, shops and things to do in Bellevue, DC — mapped and organized by category.
About Bellevue
This guide covers 24 bars, 57 cafes, 107 restaurants, and 77 shops in Bellevue, DC. Visitors can explore dining options like Al's Steak and Bammy's alongside unique spots such as the AR workshop.
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Zikrayet
Zikrayet is a Lebanese restaurant located at 2006 Eisenhower Avenue.
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Best Hotels in Bellevue
44 places · Where to stay, from budget-friendly to boutique.
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Archer Hotel Old Town Alexandria
Archer Hotel Old Town Alexandria is a boutique hotel located in the Alexandria Historic District.
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Comfort Inn Pentagon City
Comfort Inn Pentagon City is a hotel located in the Green Valley neighborhood.
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Courtyard Arlington Crystal City/Reagan National Airport
Courtyard Arlington Crystal City/Reagan National Airport is a hotel located in the Crystal City neighborhood.
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Hampton Inn & Suites Alexandria Old Town Area South
Hampton Inn & Suites Alexandria Old Town Area South is located in the Eisenhower East neighborhood.
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Hilton Garden Inn Alexandria Old Town
Hilton Garden Inn Alexandria Old Town is a hotel located in the Eisenhower East neighborhood.
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Hilton Garden Inn Reagan National Airport
Hilton Garden Inn Reagan National Airport is located in Crystal City.
Best Restaurants in Bellevue
107 places · Where to eat, from neighborhood staples to standout kitchens.
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Bonchon Chicken
Bonchon Chicken is a Korean and sushi restaurant located in the Navy Yard.
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Caphe Banh Mi
Caphe Banh Mi serves Vietnamese dishes in the Alexandria Historic District, offering a casual dining experience.
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Catboat Pizza Bar
Catboat Pizza Bar serves pizza in the Potomac Yard neighborhood.
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Cheers @ The Big Chair
Cheers @ The Big Chair is a restaurant located in the Anacostia neighborhood.
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Cultural Citations
Cultural Citations is a Caribbean‑style restaurant located in the Anacostia neighborhood.
Best Cafés & Coffee in Bellevue
57 places · Coffee shops, roasters and casual spots to linger.
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Bees & Tea
Bees & Tea is a bubble‑tea café located in the Pentagon City neighborhood.
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ESP Tea & Coffee
ESP Tea & Coffee is a café located in the Alexandria Historic District that serves gelato, coffee, and empanada.
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Fontaine Caffe & Creperie
Fontaine Caffe & Creperie is a café in Captains Row that serves crepe.
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For Five Coffee Roasters
For Five Coffee Roasters is a café located in the Navy Yard. It offers freshly roasted coffee beans for sale.
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Good Company Doughnuts & Cafe
Good Company Doughnuts & Cafe offers a selection of doughnuts and coffee in National Landing.
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Gustave Boulangerie & Brasserie
Gustave Boulangerie & Brasserie is a café in the Del Ray neighborhood that serves coffee shop and French cuisine.
Best Bars & Nightlife in Bellevue
24 places · Cocktail bars, pubs and where the night goes.
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Chadwick's
Chadwick's is an American bar located in the Captains Row neighborhood.
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Crystal City Sports Pub
Crystal City Sports Pub is a bar located in the Crystal City neighborhood.
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Handover By The Slice
Handover By The Slice serves pizza in a bar setting within the Alexandria Historic District.
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Maker's Union
Maker's Union is a bar located in the National Landing neighborhood.
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Old Hat Bar
Old Hat Bar is located in the Alexandria Historic District, offering a relaxed atmosphere for locals and visitors alike.
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Rock it Grill
Rock it Grill is a bar offering American cuisine in the Alexandria Historic District.
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Sonoma Cellar
Sonoma Cellar is a bar located in the Captains Row neighborhood, offering a selection of drinks in a relaxed setting.
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The Light Horse
The Light Horse is a bar serving American cuisine in the Alexandria Historic District.
Best Things to Do in Bellevue
23 places · Museums, landmarks and the experiences worth your time.
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African American Heritage Park Sculpture
African American Heritage Park Sculpture is located at 500 Holland Lane.
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Arlington Historical Museum
The Arlington Historical Museum at 1805 South Arlington Ridge Road displays a rotating collection of artifacts that trace the area's history from Captain John Smith’s 1608 encounter with Algonquin Native Americans to recent events, including a section of the Pentagon wall damaged in September 11, 2001.
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George Washington Masonic National Memorial
The George Washington Masonic National Memorial stands at 101 Callahan Drive in Alexandria, Virginia, and its tower echoes the design of the ancient Lighthouse of Ostia.
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Lyceum Museum
Located at 700 Prince Street, the Lyceum Museum is a historic museum and event space in Alexandria, Virginia.
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National Inventors Hall of Fame and Museum
The National Inventors Hall of Fame and Museum is located at 600 Dulany Street.
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Versailles Art & Rugs
Versailles Art & Rugs is an attraction located at 923 King Street.
Best Shops in Bellevue
77 places · Independent boutiques, bookstores and places to browse.
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Galactic Panther
Galactic Panther is a shop located in the Alexandria Historic District.
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Old House Provisions
Old House Provisions is a shop located in the Captains Row neighborhood.
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The Company of Books
The Company of Books is a shop located in the Del Ray neighborhood.
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Tops of Old Town
Tops of Old Town is a shop located in the Del Ray neighborhood.
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Vintage Dress Company
Vintage Dress Company is a shop located in the Del Ray neighborhood. The store specializes in vintage dresses and related accessories.
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Bishop Boutique
Bishop Boutique is a shop located in the Alexandria Historic District.
Best Parks & Outdoors in Bellevue
79 places · Green space, gardens and room to breathe.
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Fort Foote Recreation Center
Fort Foote Recreation Center offers a range of outdoor activities for residents and visitors in Fort Foote Village.
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Long Bridge Park
Long Bridge Park is a public green space located in the National Landing neighborhood.
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Oxon Run Pool
Oxon Run Pool is a public swimming facility located in the Washington Highlands neighborhood.
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Virginia Highlands Park
Virginia Highlands Park offers walking trails and picnic spots for visitors.
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Alexandria African American Heritage Park
Alexandria African American Heritage Park is a public park situated in Eisenhower East.
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Congress Heights Recreation Center
Congress Heights Recreation Center is a park located in Congress Heights.
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Eugene Simpson Stadium Park
Eugene Simpson Stadium Park is a park located in the Del Ray neighborhood.
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Potomac Yard Park
Potomac Yard Park is a public park located in the Oakville neighborhood.
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