Cheap Places to Eat in Bull Run

"From the globe lights overhead and the wood floors underfoot, to the woven bistro chairs and the curieux that adorn the walls—most everything you can touch or see or even hear in restaurateur-impresario Stephen Starr’s brasserie is literally imported from France itself. Even with so many great raw bars around town, les fruits de mer are not to be missed. Nor is the steak tartare de parc, which features a tender, sweet filet chopped fine and topped with salty capers and a velvety quail egg."

"Logan Circle’s bustling French bistro is back in action, serving up the comforts of a Parisian meal without leaving home. The burger is one of its simplest pleasures, a double patty covered in melty cheese and a mayonnaise sauce and a side of crispy fries. It’s also offered as a make-at-home meal kit, complete with instructions and a side of potato salad.Cost: $18, order through Caviar or Doordash"

"Le Diplomate brings France’s chic bistro culture to D.C.’s trendy U Street Corridor. Upon entering through its bright blue door frame, the high ceilings, antique decor, and bread-cart centerpiece will have you checking for your..."

"was racially segregated, Ben’s Chili Bowl was a gathering place for anyone who wanted a hearty meal. Today it’s one of the must-eat places in Washington, D.C., as seen on “Man vs. Food.” Barack Obama also ate here just days before his inauguration…no big deal. Old-school half-smokes and veggie dogs are available, too, as part of Ben and Virginia Ali’s growing legacy."

"With affordable prices and mouth watering dishes, this U Street favorite has been serving celebrities, politicians and every day folks since 1958. Ben's famous all meat chili dog, chili con carne and jumbo beef dog are menu specialties. Healthier, yet still tasty, options include a tuna sandwich, veggie burger and rice bowl."

"The half smoke originated in Washington, D.C.|© T.Tseng / Flickr. Ben’s Chili Bowl is housed in a historic building dating back to 1910 that used to be a silent movie theater and a pool hall. In 1958, it was converted into a restaurant."

"Reservations are now being accepted for The Loft at Lena's - Oceans 21, Lena's Oasis and Lena's Bar & Tap Room. *All reservations will only be held for 15 minutes past reservation time & the party must be 100% present to be seated. *If the experience area is not available, this indicates we are..."

"For pizza lovers, All-Purpose Pizzeria’s locations in Shaw and Capitol Riverfront are a dream come true. The team behind The Red Hen and Boundary Stone brought their Italian-American cuisine expertise to this concept that anchors the District’s pizza scene with distinctive pies sure to tinge your passions. Try the Sedgewick, a white pizza that incorporates whipped ricotta, taleggio, mozzarella and parmesan cheeses with chives and truffle honey."

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"A more off-the-beaten-path experience is available at the O Street Museum at 2020 O St. This museum sits on a large complex featuring five interconnected houses that are home to 15,000 pieces of artwork, 20,000 books, and numerous manuscripts. Well-known works here include drawings by John Lennon, paintings by Kurt Wenner, sculptures by Frederic Remington, and guitars signed by Bob Dylan, The Rolling Stones, and Bruce Springsteen. These museums in Washington, D.C., are worth visiting because they offer insight into important national and global issues."

"The O Street Museum focuses on exploring the creative process. The museum is made up of five interconnected townhouses that include over 100 rooms and 32 secret doors. The collection contains 15,000 pieces of art, 20,000 books, architecture, manuscripts, music, and memorabilia."

"The Luther W. Brady Art Gallery and the Dimock Gallery make up the George Washington University Art Galleries. They display the University's permanent art collections, as well as visiting exhibitions. The collections include painting, sculpture, and photographs, ranging from rare historic pieces to Washington and Americana to modern art."

"Asia meets America is the theme for these two Smithsonian museums on the National Mall. The Freer includes James McNeill Whistler's famed Peacock Room, while both museums include masterpieces of Asian art. Visiting Tips: Download the Freer Thinking Audio App, which uses your location on your phone to alert you to museum highlights."

"Looking for a classic slice of Americana that you and the kids can enjoy?. Head to Johnny Rockets where you will be transported back to the 1950s. Kids can chose from several different meals including hamburgers, hot dogs, chicken tenders and grilled cheese."

"The options are endless, from cookies to cakes to pies—founding chef Christina Tosi was even featured on Netflix’s Chef’s Table for her culinary creations at this award-winning bakery. She is known for putting a playful and cheeky spin on your favorite home-style desserts, where some of the more legendary creations include the iconic Cereal Milk™ soft serve (made with milk, brown sugar, and a little bit of cornflakes which—yes—tastes just like childhood, a.k.a. the milk at the bottom of a bowl of cereal), naked layer cakes (you can actually see all of the moist and spongy layers through the transparent container), cake truffles, assorted cookies, and more!. If you’re celebrating a special occasion, order a chocolate caramel pretzel cake or their famous birthday cake for the road."

"The female-owned award-winning bakery single-handedly made vanilla birthday cake with rainbow funfetti sprinkles an acceptable treat 365 days a year. Christina Tosi is the mastermind behind the delightful treats. If your lover isn’t so big on Valentine’s Day maybe you can make them chuckle by celebrating an entirely different holiday-day – even if it’s not either"

"Momofuku's DC outpost is always poppin, and these swirled up treats are perfect for the Insta and for maximum enjoyment. Check out their birthday cake truffles for some more yums."