OUR LOCAL BUSINESS FAVORITES
This is not a comprehensive business directory. These are local businesses and service providers that we have used and love.
Feel free to send us recommendations!
Entertainment
dance place
Dance Place builds a community of artists, audiences, and students through high-quality performances, training, and educational programs.
3225 8th Street NE, Washington, DC 20017
P: (202) 269-1600
danceplace.org
Founder: Carla Perlo
What We Think:
"I toured the place once and fell in love with everything they stand for. Dance Place is a class act and genuine treasure in NE Washington, DC."
WOOLLY MAMMOTH THEATRE company
The Woolly Mammoth Theatre is an intimate, modern venue for live theater.
641 D St. NW, Washington, DC 20004
P: (202) 393-3939
woollymammoth.net
Artistic Director: Howard Shalwitz
What We Think:
"The Woolly Mammoth has turned me into a huge fan of live theater.
I've been going there for years, and every production has been better
than the last."
Things to do / attractions
National Museum of African American History & Culture
The NMAAHC is the only national museum devoted exclusively to documenting African American life, history, and culture.
1400 Constitution Ave. NW, Washington, DC 20560
P: (844) 750-3012
nmaahc.si.edu
Director: Lonnie Bunch
What We Think:
"I had heard the stories for months; countless people raving about how moving this museum is. It lives up to the hype."
home BUILDERS
parity homes
Parity Homes is an equitable development builder that seeks to revitalize marginalized neighborhoods without displacing the residents who live there.
West Baltimore, Maryland
parityhomes.com
Managing Partner: Bree Jones
What We Think:
"I love everything about what Bree is doing in West Baltimore. She's focused on revitalizing disadvantaged communities without displacing lower income families."
home services
B&B Italia
B&B Italia is an Italian modern furniture company that specializes in high-end design and ultra-luxurious furniture.
3330 M St NW, Washington, DC 20007
P: (202) 819-7639
bebitalia.com/en-us/
Showroom Manager: Melvin Hooks
What We Think:
"If you value traditional Italian heritage & contemporary Italian styling then this is the furniture & interior design house for you."
inspectors
A-frame building consultants
A-Frame Building Consultants Is a licensed certified home inspection company covering the DMV
15912-B Crain Highway, Suite 410, Brandywine, MD 20613
P: (202) 427-3419
aframebc.com
Owner/CEO: Jason Munson
What We Think:
"One of the most detailed & comprehensive inspections I've ever attended. Jason did a great job of going above & beyond."
protec inspections
A-Frame Building Consultants Is a licensed certified home inspection company covering the DMV
16829 Budd Road, Poolesville, MD 20837
P: (202) 483-5929
protec-inspections.com
Founder: Rob Hopkin
What We Think:
"I've gone through countless inspectors and this company has some of the best inspectors I've ever used."
mortgage lenders
vellum mortgage
The Yi Team of Mortgage on a Mission
15245 Shady Grove Road, South Tower #450, Rockville MD 20850
P: (301) 332-1810
http://theyiteam.com/
Senior Mortgage Advisor:
Paul Defngin
240-447-2376 • [email protected]
What We Think:
"I knew Paul for years before ever having the opportunity to work with him on a transaction. Once I did, I regretted not working with him sooner."
home BUILDERS
parity homes
Parity Homes is an equitable development builder that seeks to revitalize marginalized neighborhoods without displacing the residents who live there.
West Baltimore, Maryland
parityhomes.com
Managing Partner: Bree Jones
What We Think:
"I love everything about what Bree is doing in West Baltimore. She's focused on revitalizing disadvantaged communities without displacing lower income families."
Medical Services
Elevé esthetics medspa
Cheryl A. Lofton is Washington, D.C.'s premier tailor. As a 3rd-generation tailor, she runs the oldest black-owned tailor shop in the city.
7351 Assateague Dr, Suite 310, Jessup, MD 20794
P: (301) 760-2192
elevemedspamd.com/
Medical Director: Dr. Chukwuemeka Onyewu, MD
What We Think:
"Elevé is the creation of one of my close friends & it takes traditional med spa services to another level."
Personal Services
cheryl a. lofton & associates (tailor)
Cheryl A. Lofton is Washington, D.C.'s premier tailor. As a 3rd-generation tailor, she runs the oldest black-owned tailor shop in the city.
719 T St. NW, Washington, DC 20001
P: (202) 483-5929
cheryllofton.com
Owner: Cheryl A. Lofton
What We Think:
"Quite easily the best tailor I've ever used. I don't think I'll ever let another person touch my clothes ever again."
restaurants
Dōgon
Dōgon is a creative, contemporary restaurant that offers bold, Afro-Caribbean fare such as branzino, wagyu short ribs, curried greens and oxtails.
1330 Maryland Ave SW, Washington, DC 20024
P: (202) 417-8563
https://www.salamanderdc.com/dining/dogon
Executive Chef: Kwame Onwuachi
What We Think:
"I have a hard time imaging food that tastes better than this."
imperfecto
Imperfecto is a sophisticated restaurant preparing elegant seafood & steak dishes with seasonal ingredients.
Executive Chef: Enrique Limardo
What We Think:
"Another home run from the Seven Reasons Group."
Jojo restaurant & bar
JoJo's is a cozy, elegant venue in the heart of Washington DC that offers great food along with live jazz, blues, funk, soul, & R&B every night.
1518 U St. NW, Washington, DC 20009
P: (202) 319-9350
jojodc.com
Chef/Owner: Ben Kibour
What We Think:
"The food is amazing, the ambiance is mesmerizing, and
the music is second to none!"
linwoods
Linwoods is an elegant upscale destination with an open grill that serves modern American fare, wines & cocktails.
25 Crossroads Dr, Owings Mills, MD 21117
P: (410) 356-3030
linwoods.com
Chef/Owner: Lindsey Kaplan
What We Think:
"Food, service, and ambiance are all outstanding."
seven reasons
Seven Reasons is a leafy, brick-clad eatery offering Michelin-starred Latin American plates & chef's tastings, along with cocktails & wines.
2208 14th St NW, Washington, DC 20009
P: (202) 417-8563
sevenreasonsdc.com
Executive Chef: Enrique Limardo
What We Think:
"This place provides a truly unique culinary experience."
Shopping
market street diamonds
Market Street Diamonds is a high-end custom jewelry designer with a boutique store in Georgetown, Washington, DC.
2512 Pennsylvania Avenue NW, Washington, DC 20037
P: (202) 552-5744
marketstreetdiamonds.com
Owner: Dino Lozano
What We Think:
"Dino is a class act. He told me he was the best in the business and then he went & proved it. I'm so happy with his work."
title companies
Allied title & escrow
Allied Title & Escrow Is a title company that serves the whole DMV.
1100 Vermont Ave NW, Ste 500, Washington, DC 20005
P: (202) 916-5408
alliedtitleandescrow.com/washington-dc
Processor: Leah Richardson
What We Think:
"Allied Title & Escrow worked a miracle during a transaction that I was working on and I was so impressed that they became one of my preferred title companies."
Universal title
Universal Title Is a title company that serves the whole DMV
1401 Mercantile Lane, Suite 385, Upper Marlboro, MD 20774
P: (202) 483-5929
universaltitle.com
Processor: Yanett Cuellar
What We Think:
"One of the best title companies I've had the pleasure of working with."
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