Boundary Stone

"Maple-bacon grits, honey hot chicken, and mushroom quiche is worth a visit to this Bloomingdale favorite during the duration of MLK Day weekend." - Vinciane Ngomsi

"When it comes to the long weekends, this Bloomingdale haunt, a favorite for whiskey and soccer, is an all-day affair, opening at noon on Fridays and 11 a.m. on the weekends." - Missy Frederick

"Happy hour is extended all evening on Election Night at this Bloomingdale bar and restaurant. Not only are select beers and wines discounted at $6 and $10, there will be speciality drinks available including “Kamala’s Coconut Daiquiri” made with rum from Cotton & Reed, as well as a “Palate Cleanser Shot” concocted with vodka, cantaloupe, cucumber, lemon and sugar. Political-themed trivia begins at 6 p.m., with reservations recommended." - Kalina Newman

"The party starts at 8 p.m. at this Bloomingdale spot, with a special coconut daiquiri made with D.C.’s Cotton & Reed rum." - Emily Venezky

"Bloomingdale’s beloved neighborhood pub and whiskey bar is co-owned by Ireland native Gareth Croke. Saint Paddy’s Day specials available this month include ⁠Schaller & Weber’s Irish banger sausages served with creamy mashed potatoes, peas, carrots, and Guinness mushroom and caramelized onion gravy. Its catch-all menu carves out room for year-round Irish favorites like fish and chips and corned beef hash." - Tierney Plumb, Missy Frederick