by Cesse Ip

If you are looking for a double win — supporting a local business while also giving someone an awesome holiday gift, look no further! Check out this curated list of local neighborhood businesses and their holiday offerings. There’s probably so many more small businesses and artisans in the area — just look around! (Own a business and not on the list? Email us!)

Andrene’s Soul Food Café
308 Kennedy St NW
This wonderful Caribbean restaurant is open for take-out and dine-in. Check out the home-made baked goods for a sweet treat gift!

Aviator Club
4327 9th Street NW
Men’s and women's clothing as well as custom and exclusive sneakers including Yeazys, Jordan 1s, Nike SB Dunks and other brands.

ANXO
711 Kennedy St NW
Import cider packs featuring a selection of cider & perry from some of the greatest producers of Herefordshire, UK. New merchandise available including t-shirts, hoodies, baby onesies and glassware are all available at ANXO this holiday season!

A Tour of Her Own
Petworth resident Kaitlin Calogera authored a local city guidebook highlighting women's history and culture sites in Washington, DC. Shop local with A Tour Of Her Own to order for $30.

Art Of Noize
821 Upshur St NW (Rear)
Artwork, merchandise, and gift cards starting at $25 can be purchased from their website.

Capitol Cider House
3930 Georgia Ave NW
202-621-0982
Buy a cider gift bundle for your favorite apple loving enthusiast from Capitol Cider House. Bundles start at just $29.

Cookie Wear
810 Upshur St NW
Gifts for men, women and children are available at this new Petworth fun and fashion store.

District Batch
Park View resident Marisa Martino makes and sells district BATCH — where luxury and nature meet— from her home. Look out for the curated gift sets, including the "Hope Your Holidays Don't Stink" set which includes a detox soap bar, and deodorant. Gift sets run from $40-$100.

Everyday Sundae
713 Kennedy St NW
Purchase gift cards and goods from local artisans, like handmade soaps, greeting cards, and coasters before Kennedy Street’s favorite ice cream shop takes a break between 7-21st December.

HomeRule Records
702 Kennedy St NW
202-469-9868
Gift cards are available for purchase on their website in from $20-$500.

Jacqs Dolls
Petworth neighbor makes these homemade dolls with hand-dyed fabric in many skin tones. Homemade angels, Santa Claus dolls, and cards are available for purchase on the website!

La Coop
5505 1st St NW
202-921-9202
Coffee and coffee related gifts are available for purchase at the store ranging from $6-75. Custom made gift baskets are also available by request!

Lighthouse Yoga
502 Kennedy Street NW
202-670-8354
This neighborhood yoga studio is offering tanks, mugs and water bottles along with gift cards and intro/discount memberships to meet your holiday needs. This season Lighthouse Yoga is offering in-person, online, and hybrid classes, along with a video library of classes. Workshops are also scheduled to ring in the new year that would make great gifts!

Loyalty Books
843 Upshur St NW
Curated lists of staff members favorite books are available for your favorite book lover.

Lulabelle’s Sweet Shop
847 Upshur St NW
202-804-5800
Plenty of holiday themed sweets are available at Lulabelles and range from $1 to $30.

Mita Café
703 Kennedy St NW
202-291-2695
This Ethiopian-Japanese café has sushi platters available for your holiday party, and a wall of coffee and curated Japanese snacks that would make perfect stocking stuffers!

Moreland’s Tavern
5501 14th St NW
202-248-0491
Stop by this neighborhood watering hole to buy a gift card for your favorite neighbor!

Petworth Ace Hardware
240 Upshur St NW
202-726-2658
The Petworth Ace has a variety of stocking stuffers, from comfy socks to dish towels.

Petworth Cigars
4203 Georgia Ave NW
301-609-2154
Looking for the perfect gift for the cigar-loving enthusiast? Look no further than Petworth Cigars for cutters, lighters, cigars, cigar samplers and gift cards.

Puzzle Huddle
Brightwood residents Michael and Marnel Goins started a puzzle company out of their family home that feature jigsaw puzzles for children from diverse backgrounds.

Simple Bar & Grill
5802 Georgia Ave NW
As one reader says, “Great food and drinks! The owner Will always supports local artists including great local bands.”

Soup Up
709 Kennedy St NW
202-621-6435
Looking for something to warm up this holiday season? Give the gift of wellness by buying a gift card, starting at $25. Soup Up is also offering gift baskets consisting of soups, spring rolls, and cornbread, starting at $125. A seven-day notice for gift baskets is required.

Petworth News holiday ornament by Storied Creatives (available on Etsy!)

Storied Creatives
Debbie is a Petworth resident who creates incredibly unique, creative holiday items (like the Petworth News holiday ornament!). Order soon if you want it to arrive by Christmas!

Willow Fashion
843 Upshur St NW
From dresses to Petworth shirts, jewelry to accessories, gifts and cards, Willow offers fashionable retail right on Upshur Street.