Kramers
Kramerbooks and Afterwords was the first to set up shop in Dupont Circle. This bookstore and cafe is always crowded, particularly on weekends when singles who would rather skip the bar scene flock to this surprising hot spot. Live music is an added feature of this cozy literary joint. The cafe is a full-service restaurant that serves breakfast, lunch and dinner daily. The entrees are traditional American dishes, like chicken and lamb chops.
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Politics and Prose is an independent bookstore that one simply cannot miss. Hosting meets with authors, book-signing events and even literature classes, this bookstore is a cultural icon in Washington DC. Browse through their impressive collection to find classic novels as well as hidden literary gems. You may even spot autographed first editions of famous books on sale here. The bookstore also doubles up as a coffeehouse, offering caramel cider, mint mocha, latte and many more tempting beverages to accompany your reading marathon.
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Locally owned and operated, this Georgetown bookstore provides a charming alternative to the huge chain bookstores invading Washington. Bargain books, including classics, can be found in the sidewalk bin. Inside, you will find Fitzgerald, Hemingway, Delillo and the latest non-fiction and biographies, as well as top-selling romance novels and Stephen King thrillers. Most days, the knowledgeable owner is sitting at his desk at the front of the store, ready to help you find a book or to answer your literary questions.
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What began as a small used bookshop has evolved into one of the largest of its kind in the world. A wide variety of merchandise from secondhand books to rare volumes of literature can be found at Second Story Books. The store also carries vintage posters, collectable records and CD's. Additional locations are in Bethesda and Rockville.
Loyalty Bookstore is a neighborhood bookstore in Petworth with a focus on literary fiction, art books, children's books and local authors.
We're bringing the DC reading community a great bookstore in the Dupont/Shaw/Logan Circle/U St neighborhood. We feature new books, greeting cards, literary gifts & stationery. Open every day on 14th St in DC !
G Books
We Buy Used Gay Books and Memo. 1970s retro gay men's bookstore: used & new books, mags; dvds, cards, lubes, gear, life & pride.
We specialize in delicious! Our customers often can't refuse the temptation to try everything on our menu. Whether you are omnivorous, vegetarian, or vegan, and you are in the mood for a toasty grilled-to-perfection Panini, a delightfully scrumptious wrap, an "i didn't know a salad could be this good!" salad, an 100% all-fruit "this could be my meal" smoothie, or just an amazing espresso made to your liking, you're in for a treat!
