A neighbor posted this on the local listserv, and when I asked if I could post, she welcomed the additional readers.
"NewHillEast" is essentially the east side of Capitol Hill, from 11th St NE/SE on the west to the Anacostia on the east.
She wrote this a few weeks ago, so now, I can even add #11: Crepes on the Corner, 15th St at C St SE.
Her post to the listserv, which captures the neighborhood ambiance:
Top Ten Reasons Why I Love Living in Hill East:
10. Spotting a cool, unique house or block every time you walk through the greater neighborhood.
9. Living only a few minutes walk from not one but two supermarkets, Safeway and Harris Teeter -- not to mention several metro stops!
8. Great support from Brian Flahaven and the great ANC folks who get things done.
7. Community Gardens popping up in so many alleys -- and having Frager's to support gardening addictions.
6. Walking to Eastern Market for flea markets and brunch on weekend mornings.
5. Strolling in Congressional Cemetery -- gorgeous, safe, and perfect for dogs and humans to relax.
4. Waltzing to Barracks Row and H Street for a great dinner and night out -- but not having to live mixed into revelry, shops, and nightlife.
3. Hiking, biking, and dog walking the Anacostia Riverwalk Trail -- and it'll only get better when they finish the little bridge over the rail road.
2. Trusty's! Who could ask for a better neighborhood bar?
1. Hanging with neighbors on the porch and talking with and about the great people who have lived here for generations, and who create a phenomenal feeling of history and purpose in the neighborhood.
I'm sure I've missed something. But that's what is so great about living here!
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