![]() ![]() If you decide to drive downtown, you'll need to be smart about where you park. Uber and Lyft are also options to get there as well as cabs. There are also plenty of scooter and bike shares. If you're staying close (or if you park close) you can just walk there. RELATED | Metro to boost weekend train service for Cherry Blossom season Metrorail will run more trains to increase weekend service with no daytime track work scheduled for four consecutive weeks. Metro is probably the easiest way to get down to the National Mall area and avoid traffic. There are plenty of ways to get to the Tidal Basin. READ MORE | Cherry Blossom peak bloom prediction: what to expect at each stage this spring HOW TO GET THERE Visitors don't have to stay in DC either to enjoy the blooms, you could stay in nearby Arlington or Alexandria and then go into the city to enjoy the blooms. You can also try booking through AirBnB or VRBO. Costs could be higher as this is a peak time for tourists in DC. The restaurant is offering a Japanese-inspired three-course, prix fixe dinner menu with a sweet finish, of caramelia chocolate panna cotta with cherry marmalade and griottines.However, there are plenty of other hotels, large chains and boutiques, available for tourists. The Lafayette at Hay Adams: If you’re looking for a fine dining cherry blossom menu, The Lafayette at Hay Adams is one of my picks. Sushiko, 5455 Wisconsin Ave, Chevy Chase, MD On the Cherry Blossom Menu: Caramelia Chocolate Panna Cotta at The Lafayette Photo Credit: The Lafayette at Hay-Adams Hotel ![]() It’s been one of our dining highlights in Washington, DC. While there for a cocktail, make sure to follow with their omakase menu. The cocktail combines whiskey, beet and clove purée, orange juice, yuzu and blossom water, garnished with a cherry and and orange. Sushiko Chevy Chase: It is only fitting that of my favorite Japanese restaurants, Sushiko Chevy Chase added a special cocktail to their menu: The Sakura Bitsu. Very inventive! The Melrose Georgetown, 2430 Pennsylvania Avenue NW, Washington, DC On the Cherry Blossom Menu: The Sakura Bitsu at Sushiko Chevy Chase Photo Credit: Sushiko Chevy Chase I also love the fact their recipe has Kriek, one of my favorite Belgian beers. Although I shared the recipe recently on the blog, I think I will return for the real deal at their chic bar and intimate patio space. The Melrose Georgetown: The Blossomtini at The Melrose Georgetown Hotel has to be one of the prettiest cocktails I’ve ever had. Olivia Macaron, 3222 M St NW, Washington, DC On the Cherry Blossom Menu: The Blossomtini at Melrose Hotel Their seasonal menu includes a sakura macaron: with pale pink shells, filled with a white chocolate ganache and infused with cherries. Perfectly crunchy on the outside and creamy inside, these sweet treats are a favorite among DC locals. Olivia Macaron: When in Georgetown, you must treat yourself to an Olivia Macaron. Ritz Carlton Pentagon City, 1250 South Hayes Ave, Arlington, VA On the Cherry Blossom Menu: Olivia Macaron Photo Credit: Olivia Macaron Not only was it beautifully prepared but also delicious. Their cherry blossom menu includes a beautiful Japanese inspired bento box with sashimi, sushi, tempura, and miso soup for $25 during lunch service. They are quite rich, so you can even share one! Astro Doughnuts and Fried Chicken, 1308 G St NW, Washington, DC On the Cherry Blossom Menu: Bento Box at Fyveįyve at Ritz Carlton Pentagon City: A favorite lunch escape during my Pentagon days, Fyve Restaurant at The Ritz Carlton Pentagon City is a hidden gem. My favorite part was the cream cheese glaze. The vanilla doughnut has a sweet cherry filling with a beautiful cherry blossom design. The Jefferson Hotel, 1200 16TH ST NW Washington, DC On the Cherry Blossom Menu: Cherry Blossom Doughnuts from Astro DoughnutsĪstro Doughnuts and Fried Chicken: Want to score points at the office? Show up with a box of the cherry blossom doughnuts from Astro Doughnuts and Fried Chicken. The cocktail includes Bluecoat Gin, Yellow Chartreuse, grapefruit juice, honey syrup, dashes of rhubarb bitters, and dashes of peychauds. ![]() ![]() There, the Sakura cocktail comes to life as part of their cherry blossom menu. The Jefferson Hotel: In my opinion, The Quill is one of the most beautiful hotel bars in the city with its classic decor and inconspicuous patio which faces 16th Street. From decadent desserts to elegantly crafted cocktails, here are my picks of some of my favorite places in Washington, DC: Cherry Blossom Menu Highlight: The Sakura Cocktail at The Jefferson DC Many restaurants and bars have added a cherry blossom menu during this special season. The city truly comes to life as the tidal basin and its surroundings turn pink as the trees bloom. The Cherry Blossom Festival takes place from March 20th to April 17th. One of my favorite times of the year in Washington, DC is cherry blossom season. ![]()
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