Local Businesses

Charnice Milton Community Bookstore is a bookstore in the Anacostia neighborhood of Washington, DC. As a community-oriented shop, it offers a place for local readers to browse and connect.

Universal Cook Books is a bookstore in the Anacostia neighborhood of Washington, DC. As its name suggests, it offers a place for readers to browse and discover books.

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Lidl brings affordable, no-frills grocery shopping to Anacostia, with a 4.3 rating earned for its clean aisles, fresh produce, and standout meat and bakery sections. Locals appreciate it as a welcome, budget-friendly alternative in Southeast DC, where friendly staff and unbeatable prices keep shoppers coming back.

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J & D Market is a small neighborhood grocery in Anacostia stocking everyday staples from toilet paper to cereal and milk. It's a quick-stop spot for snacks, lottery, and adult items like beer, wine, and hookah supplies, with a 4.0 rating across 79 reviews. Locals lean on it for convenience when a full supermarket run isn't needed.

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Good Hope Deli & Market is a convenient corner store and deli in Anacostia, right across from the Anacostia Public Library. It stocks everyday essentials—snacks, sodas, lottery tickets, and an ATM—plus a small deli in the back serving sandwiches and daily specials.

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Stanton Supermarket is a neighborhood grocery store in Anacostia that draws a steady, busy crowd for its everyday convenience and friendly faces behind the counter. Reviews are mixed: many shoppers praise the polite, helpful staff, while others raise concerns about high prices.

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Surprise Grocery is a well-loved neighborhood market in Anacostia, earning a 4.5 rating for its clean, fully stocked shelves and friendly staff. With a bigger selection than most corner stores, good prices, and short lines, it's a reliable go-to for everyday needs.

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Nam's Market, known locally as The Blue Store, is a clean, well-kept neighborhood grocery in Anacostia where regulars stop in for everyday essentials and a few extras. With a 4.3 rating and a reputation for kind, respectful staff, it's a dependable corner of the community.

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DC Market is a clean, well-stocked neighborhood grocery in Anacostia, earning a 4.3 rating for its friendly service and surprisingly wide selection. Reviewers appreciate that it leans toward healthy food options and stocks just about everything you might need, with accessible amenities like restrooms and wheelchair access.

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Paramount Market is a beloved corner grocery in Anacostia where the staff remember regulars by name and by their usual order. With a 4.4 rating and warm word-of-mouth, it earns genuine affection for its friendly service and neighborhood feel.

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Martha's Outfitters is a well-loved clothing store in Anacostia, Southeast DC, known for its good variety, fair prices, and friendly service. Holding a 4.6 rating across 92 reviews, it stands out for giving back to the community through donation and voucher programs that support District residents and families in need.

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Nīche by Nubian Hueman is a modern Anacostia boutique with a perfect 5.0 rating, celebrated for its curated mix of African-inspired apparel, accessories, and home decor. This woman-owned, Black-owned shop spotlights Black and brown creators and made-in-DC goods, all wrapped in a warm, welcoming atmosphere.

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The Loyalty Brand & Co. is a clothing store in the Anacostia neighborhood of Washington, DC. A local spot for browsing apparel close to home.

J Luxe Boutique is a clothing store in the Anacostia neighborhood of Washington, DC. As a local boutique, it offers a place to browse apparel close to home.

Fifth of March DC is a clothing store in the Anacostia neighborhood of Washington, DC. It's a local spot for browsing apparel close to home.

Ohana's House is a beloved, black-owned spot in Anacostia where everything feels organic, handcrafted, and made with love. With a perfect 5.0 rating, it draws fans for both its delicious homemade treats and its skin-pampering body care, all crafted by Lexis. It's a warm little gem that regulars keep coming back to.

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Queen Esther Smith Decor is a home goods store in Anacostia offering beautiful pieces for the home, including lamps that customers are happy to bring into their own spaces. Early feedback is enthusiastic, with a perfect rating from a satisfied shopper.

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