Your Valentine's Day Cheat Sheet 2.0

The hill is full of great restaurants, and especially great sweets! If you're in need of a sugar rush this Valentine's Day, keep your business local on the hill. Here are some of my neighborhood favorites.

The Sweet Lobby 

Located at 404 8th St SE

Because the macaron is the most sophisticated sweet treat

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District Doughnut

Located at 749 8th St SE

Because their doughnuts are so awesome they reach far beyond breakfast

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Ted's Bulletin

Located at 505 8th St SE

Because their 'to go' sweets counter at the front gets you the pop tart without the wait

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Dessert in Capitol Hill: The Sweet Lobby

I have to admit, I knew about this uber fabulous establishment, known as The Sweet Lobby, long before I was a Capitol Hill resident. 

The Sweet Lobby serves cupcakes, macaroons, and cupcakes with macaroons on top.  Simple, right? Simple and delicious!  

The macaroons are hands-down my favorite thing at The Sweet Lobby. The flavors are inventive, fun, and change on a regular basis.  The presentation is beautiful and they have great gift box options if you are looking for a unique hostess or work gift.  

I am not traditionally a cupcake lover; however, The Sweet Lobby's cupcakes really hit a home run with me. Why? Because they are not overly sweet or overly filling. I can actually eat an entire cupcake from The Sweet Lobby and not feel like I am on the verge of becoming diabetic.  The cupcakes come in a wide variety of flavors including vegan and gluten free options.  

The Sweet Lobby makes the perfect stop for an afternoon sweet fix or a unique dessert destination after dinner on Barracks Row.  

Personally, I would recommend the praline macaroon - it's divine. :-)

The Sweet Lobby
404 8th Street SE (between Penn Ave and E St)
http://sweetlobby.com/

Happy Hilling!
S.