18.Meridian Pint

Meridian Pint

 

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3400 11th St. NW

What it is: A bar that runs on a sustainable model.
Why it's innovative: Meridian Pint is a bar that strives to be environmentally sustainable: it composts waste, uses energy from Wind Mills, sources ingredients from local farms for its cuisine, and serves American craft beers. It's fun to drink there too, since every table gets its own beer tap.

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17.Minibar

Minibar

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855 E St. NW

What it is: A restaurant with imaginative culinary creations.
Why it's innovative: Minibar is a product of celebrity chef José Andres. The restaurant uses innovative cooking techniques, such as molecular gastronomy, and artistic presentations to wow diners.
The restaurant is also home to Barmini, the cocktail laboratory next door where bartenders employ the same creativity to concoct mind-altering beverages.
Reservations must be made far in advance.

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16.Living Social

Living Social

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1445 New York Ave., Suite 200


What it is: A daily deals website.
Why it's innovative: Living Social is an online platform that allows users to browse through anything from events to stores to takeout available nearby. Merchants can partner up with Living Social to promote their businesses and consumers get discounts off their purchases.

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