Off the Beaten Turf

Overlooked parks, shops, cafes, and miscellany throughout DC

Over the years UrbanTurf has profiled overlooked gems throughout the DC metro area, from unpopulated parks to entrepreneurial ventures selling gin and sensory deprivation. Check out these profiles in our guide to get you Off The Beaten Turf.

Kenilworth Aquatic Gardens DC’s Tastiest Chinese Restaurant? DC’s Newest Mini Golf Course
DC’s First Gin Distillery The Sensory Deprivation Tank Quarry House Tavern
Fab Lab DC Eden Center Uncle Chips Has More Than Just Cookies
AFI Silver DC’s Supper Club The Cuban Poster Gallery
The Dupont Underground Tour Spanish Steps Mitsitam Cafe
The U.S. National Arboretum Blind Dog Cafe Arlington Cinema ‘N’ Drafthouse
Hana Japanese Market A. Litteri