Matt and Mickey sit down for a fast paced smattering of suggestions and recommendations including the likes of Mary’s Old Fashioned Pit BBQ, Monday Night Brewery, Mel’s Overlord and The Vic inside The Gallatin Hotel. Then they take some time to discuss a load of suggestions in the Cleveland Park Neighborhood, including Spicy Boys, Plain Janes and All People Beverage Hall.

Music recommendations include seeing Tame Impala live and the latest Destroyer record, Labyrinthitis.

If you have suggestions for spots to check out, please reach out to @thisisthaplace on Twitter or Instagram.

Intro Music by Uncle Skeleton.

Matt and Mickey are denied a visit to a tasty new pizza spot, spend some time in Hillsboro Village, discover a magical happy hour with bagels and take a deep dive into the problem of overwhelming menu options.

Join in for a lively chat about Anzie Blue, Snooze A.M., Shep’s Deli, Buttermilk Ranch and even a bit of Cheesecake Factory.

On the music front: Matt is excited about the new Cate Le Bon record, Pompeii, and Mickey can’t wait to read the new J Dilla book, The Life and Afterlife of J Dilla, the Hip-Hop Producer Who Reinvented Rhythm.

If you have suggestions for spots to check out, please reach out to @thisisthaplace on Twitter or Instagram.

Intro Music by Uncle Skeleton.

Matt and Mickey kick off 2022 with a look at a handful of recent closings but mostly with an eye on intriguing new offerings; including Bag Lady’s, Mad Town Coffee, Retrograde Coffee and a deep dive into Noble’s Beer Hall.

Music recommendations for Joe Kenkel, The Robe, Fontaines DC and The Smile.

If you have suggestions for spots to check out, please reach out to @thisisthaplace on Twitter or Instagram.

Intro Music by Uncle Skeleton.