What to order at Menomale

Must order
The Diavola with spicy salami and DOP buffalo mozzarella; the kitchen's editorial standout.
Signature dishes
Margherita verace, Diavola
Editor tip
The patio runs through October; cash, card, and same-day delivery are all accepted.
CuisinePizzeria
Price$$
NeighborhoodBrookland
HoursWed 17:00-21:00, Thu 11:00-21:00, Fri-Sat 11:00-22:00, Sun 11:00-21:00
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Lapis ★ 4.4

$$ AfghanAdams Morgan

Lapis in Washington DC is Shamim Popal's Adams Morgan Afghan dining room on Columbia Road, a family-run kitchen with mantu dumplings and the Kabuli pulao.

OrderThe mantu dumplings under tomato sauce and yoghurt; the menu's editorial signature.

TipThe brunch buffet on Saturday and Sunday is the city's best Afghan-food deal at under $25 a head.

Sweet Home Cafe ★ 4.3

$$ Soul foodDowntown

Sweet Home Cafe in Washington DC is the Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture cafeteria on Constitution Avenue.

OrderThe pan-roasted catfish with cornbread and collards; the menu's most-ordered Southern plate.

TipMuseum admission is free but requires a timed-entry pass; eat after 14:00 to skip the queue.

Ted's Bulletin ★ 4.0

$$ American DinerLogan Circle

Ted's Bulletin in Washington DC is the 14th Street art-deco American diner from the Matchbox group, an all-day breakfast room with the in-house adult.

OrderThe homemade strawberry pop-tart with milkshake; the all-day breakfast headliner.

TipWeekend brunch fills up by 11:00; the original Barracks Row Ted's takes walk-ins on weekday mornings.

Daru ★ 4.5

$$ Modern IndianH Street

Daru in Washington DC is Suresh Sundas's H Street modern Indian dining room on Maryland Avenue NE, a hand-built kitchen with regional Indian street food.

OrderThe Goan crab toast on milk bread; the menu's editorial standout opener.

TipThe chef's counter is the best seat for the kitchen show; the patio runs to October.

Mezcalero Cocina Mexicana ★ 4.3

$$ MexicanColumbia Heights

Alfredo Solis's Mezcalero on 14th Street Columbia Heights Washington DC, the authentic Mexico City taco and mezcal kitchen with handmade tortillas and brunch.

OrderAl pastor tacos with a mezcal flight; the brunch chilaquiles on Sundays.

TipSister to El Sol and the closed Anafre across the street; reservations via OpenTable for Friday-Sunday dinner.

Rooster and Owl ★ 4.5

$$$ New AmericanLogan Circle

Rooster and Owl in Washington DC is Yuan and Carey Tang's 14th Street Michelin-mentioned modern American dining room, a four-course prix fixe with a strong.

OrderThe pork rind chicharrones with chili lime; the most photographed dish on the menu.

TipThe four-course prix fixe is $79 at dinner; the wine pairing leans natural and is the value upgrade.

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