Welcome to the past year in District dining, where long lines, Asian-fusion everything, and hyperlocal produce reigned supreme.

Toast to the latest entrants in the D.C. nightlife scene.

Three words: Hot Tub Heaven. And more.

In which we build upon our list from last year and DCist writers share their favorite cheap eats in the city.

‘Tis the season to get drunk near an open flame.

Spoiler alert: The cost of living in D.C. is a splurge in and of itself.

Even though D.C. is filling up with pricey restaurants, there are still plenty of places to eat great for not a lot of cash.

Most of D.C.’s Chinatown restaurants and neighborhood take-out joints specialize in Americanized Chinese food, but if you’re willing to travel into suburbia, you can get a taste of the real deal. Here are some notable choices.