Union Market has been a highlight of my DC trip! Such an awesome little space with tons of…read moreexcellent food vendors to choose from. We decided to do our own little food tour within the market and sample some bites from a few stalls. We tried: 1. Masala dosa from Sambar & Spice. This may have been one of the best dosas I've ever had, and I'm not exaggerating. So epic! A must try, 2. Chicken dumplings from Laobun - soft, freshly prepared and melt in your mouth good. Also affordable! 3. Fish tacos from the famous seafood spot. These were sadly my least favorite item on our little food tour, the slaw was overpowering but if removed the pan seared fish was flavorless. 4. Wrapped up with some matcha and iced coffee - can't go wrong with those. Enjoyed browsing the little artisan stalls as well. An amazing stop on my trip to DC!

We came on a rainy Saturday morning. There was a good crowd but lines moved pretty quick. There was…read moreplenty of seating, even for a group of seven. I tried two restaurants, one Hawaiian/Filipino and the other Vietnamese. They were both delicious and no notes. I wish I had more time to explore this place because my first impression was so positive! I definitely plan on coming back when in the area!

On Thursdays and Fridays, one of the city's longest-standing farmers/flea markets sets up in the…read moreRFK Stadium parking lot just off of Benning Road NE. It's an experience generations of Washingtonians know well. Here's why you should visit: 1) Shopping: It's more a flea market than a farmers market. Most of the stands sell leather goods, household supplies, hats, etc. There are several produce stands and one where you can buy fresh corn, watermelon, etc. 2) Food: On Saturdays, a smoothie truck often sets up shop as well as Koite Grill, a beloved Senegalese restaurant. Follow the smoke to the grill and order a $15 platter of three chicken kebabs, jollof rice and grilled onions. It's delicious! 3) Parking: Since it's in a parking lot, you can always find free parking right by he market. Restrooms are nearby at The Fields of RFK as well as a large playground, fields and access to Kingman Island, a man-made park now a nature preserve with trails.

This market is a staple but there is no recent information/website which is confusing customers…read more It's shocking that there is no website/updated information on it, hoping this isn't another dc staple that will be faded out.

Perfect weekend shopping area! Lots of vendors to shop at. From vintage to DIYs, the selections…read moreare endless! I love coming here with my best friend to see what we can spend our money on LOL Hungry? Don't worry! Plenty of restaurants and food places to choose from.

PSA: the bountiful market you see in the photos pertains to the weekend only…read more During the week, the place is rather dead with a limited amount of vendors in the building (mostly butchers). Probably not worth your time.

I think of PP as a specialty grocery in some ways. If I have trouble finding an item, this is one…read moreof the places I stop by. For example, recently purchased some super tender okra from here--and it's the middle of winter. They encourage me to take all the time that I want to scan the various condiments. Hot and cold prepared foods were added along the way. PP's corner stall has been a presence in Eastern Market for many years. They fill a niche.

Wonderful owners greeted us with a big smile, but I felt like I was already welcomed by their…read morewonderful and curated selection of Asian produce and prepared meals. Whenever I pass by this stall, their kimchi is exceptionally bright red with white opaque nappa leaves which tells me everything they have is made fresh and there is a quality control. Eastern Market has a great selection of vendors, but this one in particular feels like a mini market seeing that you can get many specialty things from here. Like an Asian market, they are highly seasonal to Asian ingredients so I would come here for that! But do pay special attention to their small bites. We got their kimbap which had a glossy shine from the sesame oil. Each ingredient was well-seasoned and masterfully rolled right in its seaweed paper. Their pork skewer was also so delicious, with a great char and sweet soy marinate. So glad we turned the corner from the produce side and made it to their ready-made food selection. This is a really well rounded stall.

Aldi is a wonderful help to the community…read more However, customer service is lacking like they really really don't care about their job or customers! That's to bad! Everyone doing well or so so or bad likes a deal. But we don't like being ignored or treated like our $$ doesn't matter:( I have paused going:( I can go anywhere thank god to shop! But i choose Aldi here & there

I've come here two times before to shop for only the most basic home items. In the past I've…read morepurchased toilet paper and paper towels because I noticed that their prices are slightly lower than the big box home goods store. Rarely have I purchased food items from here. I was here today ad I noticed a family-sized frozen pizza on sale for $5.85 so I got that. Peanut butter was also incredibly low at less than $2. The Peligrino water that I like was nowhere in sight. They had generic Italian mineral water which isn't my thing. There is no deli here nor any deli sandwiches. This store is small and I really wish that they would do is less on random junk like children's diaries and more on the things people actually need like food!

Inconspicuously tucked in the back of Union Market, you might come across the most earnest stall…read more You're welcomed by abundant displays of fresh fruits, vegetables, mushrooms, and flowers. A peer closer, and see a beautiful hot case of generously stuffed fresh breads or sweet baklava glistening with simple syrup. Maybe, if you're lucky, you'll be there when the cheery owner invites you inside. He is so full of happiness and pride for what hes able to offer to the DC food scene. When we went, he really wanted us fed and they had a special on stuffed zucchini, meaning that each was cored, stuffed, and stewed in a tangy rich tomato sauce. I can't guarantee that they consistently offer this since it was their special, but see this as an example of the home-style cooking and fresh ingredients they offer. There is so much attention to detail and love when it comes to the small portion of ready-made food they have. There is also a great case of the interior stocked with such a variety of more specialty and staple produce, dairy products (real kafir, fresh white cheeses, etc...), and atop are bulk items of infused honeys and high-quality golden olive oil. The breads are made fresh and are just so fluffy, and the owner happily warmed it for us so it was pipping hot when we ripped in. I would be such a proud stall owner too. When I come to Union Market, I often get discouraged since you will regularly see a substantial item in the $16 - 35 dollar range, even if its a handheld or quick snack. Here, Almaala's foods are below $10, and that has been a constant despite the recent surge of food prices. They really are delivering a variety of SWANA flavors, find bread densely packed with za'atar or stuffed grape leaves. All of these ingredients (especially at this quality and freshness) are difficult to find in regular grocery stores, so do support this small business. You will just be that much more nourished for it.

Superb gem of a place run by the nicest people -- while others are increasing prices, Almaala…read moreREDUCED their prices The Namoura (semolina cake) is a revelation. As are the pies, baklava, and soup. Skip the overpriced stalls and head straight to the back for some outstanding Middle Eastern grub. You're welcome!

I love Wisteria Gardens for their greens. My favorites are the pea shoots, watercress, and…read morepurslane, but lately I've also been buying their salad greens or micro greens as well. Their greens are so fresh and delicious. If I was going to a party and not making my own salsa, I would probably get salsa and chips from here. They offer a nice variety and everything is tasty. I agree with Pam about the inconsistent pricing. It used to be $4 for what they considered a small bag of greens (but enough for weekday lunches for once person if mixed with another bag), but now it is $3, and I think the bags are smaller. The woman I always see working is sort of friendly - perhaps a bit more now that she recognizes me.

Better than Costco at the food samples! Wisteria Gardens is a reliable, local greens and…read moresauces/dips/dressings option at Eastern Market. They have (overpriced $4!) chips and pitas, and all of those amazing sauces and dips to try on pita or chips, as well as an expanding albeit inconsistent repertoire of greens. Make sure to use the little utensils to get samples (no dipping of chips!) or you might get reprimanded. MY FAVES I especially like the Indian curry hummus, Quinoa salad, Spicy Cilantro salsa, and the Peanut Sauce. They also have other salsas, dips, salad vinaigrette, and other hummus options. I know they just started branching out into bottled sauces, so keep an eye out for new stuff! $$$ Prices can run a little steep, but everything is fresh and packed on dry ice for display. This isn't Pace salsa, you're going to have to put this in the fridge as soon as you get home. Container for dips, sauces, etc are bigger than 2 decks of cards, smaller than a Steno half notebook(4oz?). *3 containers for $12 *1 container for $4.5 *$4 for chips alone GREENS Think you hate salad? This place demonstrates what salad mixes are supposed to look like(micro greens!). Sometimes they even have edible flowers in 'em and usually run around $5. I don't like salad, but this stuff is actually very appetizing and visually appealing too (sugar snap pea shoots! marigolds!). Of course I throw chicken and a little dressing on top of it, but I digress. They do run out of greens rather early though, so don't dawdle. LOCATION Usually they're under the overhang on 7th in front of Eastern Market on Saturdays and Sundays. Why are these amazing ppl getting 4.25 stars instead of 5? They've been steadily raising their prices (it was $10/4 sauces last spring! Now it's $12/3 hence) and are inconsistent on what they have/run out of stuff.

Moderate selection and the rice bowls are mediocre and overpriced.read more

Their lamb gyros sandwich that used to be available was a taste sensation but they gave up the…read moresandwiches for rice bowls. Bad move I'm afraid.

I can't believe this place hasn't been reviewed yet! We've been here a few times, and actually…read morepurchased our first bottle of oil yesterday. It's tucked between Rappahannock Oyster Bar and Lyon Bakery, and across from DC Empanadas in Union Market. There's usually one person working there. I'm not ire if he's the same person, but they are big into customer service, so if he's helping someone else - be prepared to wait a few minutes - I promise you, it's worth it! All of the oils seem to hail from California. They have your standard EVOOs to some interesting flavored ones. The one we left with was an oil and balsamic mix with Italian herbs and spices. Delicious! You can try most of the oils too, which is great. We paid $20 for the bottle, which I thought was reasonable. We'll probably use it for a long time. They also have cute little packaged mini oils that would make great gifts. Another great addition to Union Market - I am a fan!