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Mount Vernon Triangle

Everything You Need, Just Outside Your Door

Mount Vernon Triangle brings together neighborhood charm and downtown convenience, placing acclaimed restaurants, local cafés, green spaces, Metro stations, and everyday essentials within an easy walk from Lyric.

Explore the Neighborhood

Life at Lyric means spending less time commuting and more time enjoying the city. Whether you’re grabbing coffee before work, picking up groceries on the way home, or meeting friends for dinner, everything you need is just steps away.

A Walkable Way of Living

Everything within Reach

Start your morning with coffee nearby, pick up dinner on your walk home, or spend the weekend discovering somewhere new. Living here means less time getting there and more time enjoying what’s around you.

Walkable, lively streets

Restaurants, cafés, and essentials nearby

Connected to DC with easy access to surrounding neighborhoods

Daily conveniences close to home

Guests sharing a meal on the dLeña patio

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Streets Market

Streets Market brings everyday convenience just steps from Lyric. Whether you’re picking up fresh ingredients for dinner, grabbing a bottle of wine on the way home, or stocking up for the week, this neighborhood market makes daily errands feel effortless.

A Neighborhood Staple

With a reputation for serving vibrant urban communities, Streets Market brings a welcoming, community-first approach to everyday grocery shopping.

Convenience with Character

More than a grocery store, Streets Market is designed to be part of the neighborhood fitting seamlessly into daily life.

Fresh produce and grocery aisles inside Streets Market

Eat & Drink

Neighborhood Favorites

Morning coffee, casual lunches, date nights, and everyday errands are all just a short walk from Lyric. These neighborhood staples quickly become part of your routine, making it easy to experience the best of Mount Vernon Triangle every day.

Varnish Lane

A modern nail studio offering quick, thoughtful self-care with services designed to fit seamlessly into your day.

~1 minute walk

Joe & The Juice

Fresh juices, coffee, and made-to-order sandwiches make this neighborhood favorite an easy stop for breakfast, lunch, or an afternoon pick-me-up.

~1 minute walk

La Betty

A neighborhood café that effortlessly transitions from relaxed daytime coffee spot to intimate evening wine bar, perfect for catching up with friends.

~1 minute walk

2Fifty Texas BBQ

Award-winning Texas-style barbecue served with authentic smokehouse flavor, making it a go-to destination for lunch, dinner, or weekend cravings.

~1 minute walk

Escalators leading to a Washington Metro station platform

Connected to Everything

Whether you’re commuting across the city, exploring a new neighborhood, or heading out for dinner, Lyric puts the best of Washington within easy reach through a variety of convenient transportation options.

Mount Vernon Triangle

Set in one of DC’s most walkable neighborhoods, Lyric places acclaimed dining, everyday essentials, parks, and cultural destinations just steps from your front door.

Metro Access

Just minutes from Gallery Place–Chinatown and Judiciary Square Metro stations, multiple Metrorail lines make it easy to connect to downtown, Capitol Hill, NoMa, and beyond.

Capital Bikeshare

Bike-friendly streets and nearby Capital Bikeshare stations offer a convenient way to explore the city, commute to work, or enjoy the surrounding neighborhoods.

Metrobus

An extensive network of Metrobus routes runs throughout Mount Vernon Triangle, providing easy access to destinations across Washington, DC.

I-395

Quick access to I-395 connects Lyric to Northern Virginia, Reagan National Airport, and the greater Washington region, making regional travel effortless.

Things to Do

There's Always Something Nearby

From neighborhood favorites to iconic DC destinations, discover the places that make everyday life more connected, convenient, and inspiring.

Carnegie Library

Explore a beautifully restored landmark featuring DC history, exhibitions, and stunning Beaux-Arts architecture, all while getting your phone fixed.

National Portrait Gallery

Explore the people who shaped America through inspiring collections of portraits, contemporary exhibitions, and one of DC’s most beautiful indoor gathering spaces.

Cobb Park

Escape into one of the neighborhood’s hidden green spaces, where wooded trails, open lawns, and peaceful surroundings offer a refreshing retreat from the pace of downtown living.

Mount Vernon Triangle Farmers Market

Spend Saturday mornings browsing local produce, fresh flowers, artisan foods, and neighborhood vendors just steps from home. The weekly FRESHFARM market has become one of the area’s signature community gathering places.

Blagden Alley

One of DC’s hidden gems, where murals, coffee shops, cocktail bars, and tucked-away patios create a neighborhood favorite.

CityCenter DC

Luxury shopping, chef-driven dining, and vibrant public spaces come together in one of Washington’s premier downtown destinations, just a short stroll from home.