Washington DC: Upper Northwest

Spices 3333 Connecticut Ave NW tel 202/686-3833; Cleveland Park Metro. Stylish Pan-Asian restaurant serving everything from stir-fried basil chicken to sushi.

Lebanese Taverna 2641 Connecticut Ave NW tel 202/265-8681; Woodley Park-Zoo Metro. The delicious Middle Eastern joint lures with soothingly dark, authentic decor inside and ample sidewalk tables under shady umbrellas outside.

Nam Viet 3419 Connecticut Ave NW tel 202/237-1015; Cleveland Park Metro. You really can't go wrong at this no-frills Vietnamese spot: excellent food, heaping portions, extensive menu and exceptionally low prices.

Woodley Café 2619 Connecticut Ave NW tel 202/332-5773; Woodley Park-Zoo Metro. This roomy neighborhood café/bar attracts a mellow crowd. Breakfast and Sunday brunch are good, there's a full menu for lunch and dinner.

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