Dupont Circle & West End

Revolving around Dupont Circle Fountain, this neighborhood combines commercial and residential buildings. This area is easily accessible via the Dupont Circle Metro Stop which is on the red line. Dupont is known for its historic row houses in addition to the surplus of restaurant options. Residents have the choice of dining at both upscale restaurants, such as Restaurant Nora which serves organic American dishes, and casual restaurants, such as Circa Dupont which is a bistro serving a variety of creative American entrees. Sushi Taro, a Japanese restaurant, is a favorite among sushi lovers. Dupont is also known for Embassy Row, a strip containing the majority of embassy buildings along Massachusetts Avenue. The Dupont Farmers Market is a hit among locals. Offering local produce, as well as breakfast and lunch foods and fresh flowers and cacti, the farmers market always draws a large crowd on Sunday mornings.