The shopping: Several shopping centers, from The Shops at Wisconsin Place, to the Collection at Chevy Chase, offer a mix of high-end retail.
Sit-down: Eater's top pick is Sushiko, on the Eater 38 and an excellent destination for serious sushi. Other options range from Clyde's to Bryan Voltaggio's eclectic Range.
A quick meal: Best bet is pizza: head to Pete's New Haven in nearby Friendship Heights.
Need a drink? Lia's, part of the Chef Geoff's empire, is a solid choice for super mugs of beer; a bit further away is Macon Bistro for cocktails.
Bonus tip: Smokers who visit Civil Cigar Lounge will find themselves greeted with an impressive whiskey and rum collection.

The shopping: This new development exclusively focuses on high-end retail, from Hugo Boss to Hermes. Nearby Penn Quarter sports additional options like H&M and Anthropologie.
Sit-down: The new Momofuku is an obvious choice, but likely will mean long waits. Consider the center's lone local sit-down restaurant, Centrolina, as an alternative.
A quick meal: Most of the development's dining is sit-down, though DBGB's bar is a relatively fast option. Anything quicker will require a short walk, from ramen at Daikaya to a taco from District Taco.
Need a drink? Del Frisco's Double Eagle can help with gigantic martinis.
Bonus tip: Satisfy a sweets craving at either RareSweets or Momofuku's Milk Bar. For more CityCenter options, consult Eater's guide.

The shopping: Georgetown is arguably D.C.'s best neighborhood for walking around and shopping, from furniture stores in Cady's Alley to major brands like Lush and the Apple Store.
Sit-down: Fiola Mare provides a view and stellar seafood to match; a more affordable option is a Michelle Obama favorite, Chez Billy Sud.
A quick meal: The new Chaia Tacos offers vegetarian tacos; also consider salads at Sweetgreen or Asian fast-casual from ShopHouse.
Need a drink? Georgetown's a good drinking neighborhood. Classy options range from the bar at Bourbon Steak to The Rye Bar in the Capella hotel. More affordable alternatives: The Tombs of "St. Elmo's Fire" fame or the basement beer bar at Pizzeria Paradiso.
Bonus tip: Visitors to D.C. might enjoy some of its quirkier options, from Georgetown Piano Bar to cat cafe Crumbs & Whiskers.

The shopping: With similar offerings to Arundel Mills, this outlet has a Nike Factory Store, Banana Republic and more.
Sit-down: Those willing to head to nearby Occoquan have options like Bistro L'Hermitage and mussel destination Cock & Bowl. Otherwise, it's mostly a sea of chains like Bahama Breeze, though there's always Silver Diner.
A quick meal: The best bet is Bobby's Burger Palace, Bobby Flay's burger joint located inside the mall.
Need a drink? The Bungalow Alehouse, Ornery Beer Company and Glory Days Grill are all serving up beer.
Bonus tip: Soon there will be a Matchbox location here, but in the meantime, there's always Swedish meatballs at IKEA.

The shopping: D.C.'s newest outlet option has such stores as Calvin Klein and Converse.
Sit-down: National Harbor's best best for a nice, leisurely meal is the new Succotash, from chef Ed Lee.
A quick meal: Head to Nando's Peri-Peri for spicy chicken.
Need a drink? Granite City is the development's new brewery.
Bonus tip: Those with a sweet tooth can stop at the Goodies kiosk for a sweet treat.

The shopping: A fairly traditional mall, find stores like Aldo and Alex and Ani here.
Sit-down: This mall has been working to improve its food court options, with new additions like Naples Pizzeria and Boston transplant MET Bethesda.
A quick meal: Go for dumplings at the brand new Shanghai Bao Kitchen, or give Jamaican Mi Crazy a try for Caribbean fare.
Need a drink? There's the new Crave Kitchen + Bar; the new ArcLight Cinema also has a full bar.
Bonus tip: The mall's weirdest option has to be the lobster-on-a-stick from Lobster Me.