Mallory Stewart Robison

With more than a dozen restaurant closings last year – including staples like J. Paul’s and Pier 2934 – Georgetown is a neighborhood in transition.

We asked dessert professionals at D.C. local businesses to dish out expert tips about their holiday specialties.

Officina is full-fledged Italian eatery, with three floors of Italian goodies to give the full experience of a traditional market.

The Potomac Paddle Pub opens Monday with a BYOB policy and 10 bike seats that propel the boat from Georgetown to Arlington.