We loved this place! We were two bikers coming off of the C&O towpath. We had a long travel day. Christina had yummy food in the fridge and a bottle of wine. Very kind. It was quiet and private and cozy. Yes, you can walk all the way to the Capitol and Mall from here - it was a pleasant walk (about 40 minutes) and part of our "sight-seeing". The next night we ate at Maketto. It was so good. A great suggestion!