Lauraekelley.

but FYI, the wifi is NOT on Sat/Sun if you're looking to do any work on the weekends. The lattes are huge!

Get a seat on the porch if you can... the whole fish (fried) is great as well as the tibs. Ethiopian beer is decent, a bit citrusy.

Check the website, they have live music some nights. www.dukemrestaurant.com

Door is unmarked save address: 1212 18th St NW, next to Mattress Discounters

18th St Lounge is a great place to get drinks or dance a bit: cool old building with eclectic furniture and chandeliers, drinks are not too expensive.

To get in:
- dress code is no flip-flops, girls are usually fine but guys can't be sloppy
- come before 9:30 to avoid cover charge ($0-20)
- doesn't open til 9:30 pm on Saturdays

www.eighteenthstreetlounge.com

...but prepare to wait a LONG time for sub-par Mexican food (compared to Texas fare, anyway) and a mediocre atmosphere indoors.

For a shorter wait and reasonably-priced food, try Regent Thai across the street (1910 18th St).