Washington, D.C./ Food & Drinks
Published on June 24, 2020
Your guide to the 3 top spots in Washington's NoMa neighborhoodThe Eleanor | Photo: Asa P./Yelp

Looking to uncover all that NoMa has to offer? Get to know this Washington neighborhood by browsing its most popular local businesses, from a bowling lounge, bar and grill to a Cajun/Creole spot.

Hoodline crunched the numbers to find the top places to visit in NoMa, using both Yelp data and our own secret sauce to produce a ranked list of neighborhood businesses. Read on for the results.

1. The Eleanor

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Topping the list is The Eleanor. Located at 100 Florida Ave. NE, it's the highest-rated business in the neighborhood, boasting four stars out of 109 reviews on Yelp. 

The bowling lounge, bar and grill features seasonal, handmade food, craft cocktails, wine and local beers. A chili-loaded hot dog, hot fried chicken sandwich, falafel wrap and Caesar salad are also on the menu.

2. Menomale Pizza Napoletana

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Next up is Menomale Pizza Napoletana, which offers pizza and more, situated at 2711 12th St. NE. With 4.5 stars out of 506 reviews on Yelp, it's proved to be a local favorite.

A variety of pizzas is on offer, as well as antipasti, bruschette, calzones and sandwiches. 

3. Puddin'

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Cajun/Creole spot Puddin' is another top choice. Yelpers give the business, located in Union Market, 1309 Fifth St. NE, 4.5 stars out of 304 reviews.

Brown butter Bourbon bread pudding, crawfish etouffee, shrimp etouffee, shrimp and grits and gumbo are on the menu.


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