Dupont Market

This casual market packs a lot into its corner-store footprint, offering gourmet sandwiches, deli fare, cheese and wine, plus breakfast bites and coffee. Reviewers rave about the sandwiches—the Hot Italian on ciabatta earns particular praise—and appreciate the well-stocked deli shelves and good wine selection. It's an easy go-to for a quick breakfast and coffee run before work, a hangover burrito, or a lunchtime sandwich shared with a friend.

What truly sets Dupont Market apart is its warmth. Friendly staff and exceptional service come up again and again, and the longtime owner is a familiar presence with decades at the location. Set in a walkable, lively part of Kalorama full of younger locals and their dogs, it has the comforting, neighborly feel of a place worth keeping around.