JR Denson

Washington DC

Spotter since 2021

About me

I’m a native Washingtonian and have been in DC most of my life. I’m almost always on the go ―whether it’s at work as an emergency medical technician (EMT) or somewhere in the city even after I leave the hospital. In my free time, you’ll likely find me in one of three places: playing music, dancing, or playing sports. I like traveling, learning about good places to eat, and finding new music.

Why Washington DC
I love DC because it’s my hometown. But more than that, DC has the perfect mix of Northern and Southern culture. There really is something for everyone here. Do you want to visit a dozen free museums? Do you want to see a concert? Art? Sports events? Potentially run into a famous (or infamous) politician? You can do all of that (and more) here.

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My spots (23)

Julia's Empanadas

Delicious on-the-go snack

"Julia's Empanadas" is one of my favorite places in DC. While Latin food isn't hard to find in DC, empanadas can be, especially good ones...

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Restaurants
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Snacks

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JR

Denson

May 20, 2025

Cafe Citron

Spanish conversation and dancing

Everyone's been to "Cafe Citron" in Washington DC - for the lovely South American food, the free salsa lessons & Spanish conversation practice happy hour!

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Art & culture
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Bars
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Restaurants

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JR

Denson

May 12, 2025

The Salsa Room

Dance all night

There are a lot of places to dance salsa in DC, but "The Salsa Room" is one of my favorites. I like how patrons who show up are really here to dance....

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Art & culture
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Music

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JR

Denson

May 9, 2025

Hill Center DC

Events on Capitol Hill(ish)

"Hill Center DC" is an events facility with all kinds of activities, from wine tastings to ASL & cooking classes. It's a real under-the-radar location!

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Art & culture

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JR

Denson

May 9, 2025

East Potomac Golf Links

In the shadow of the Mall

"East Potomac Golf Links" in DC is probably my favorite place to play golf in the whole world. The view is amazing - and it's surprisingly affordable!

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Relaxing

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JR

Denson

May 9, 2025

DC Brau

The DC beer

Dublin has Guinness. New York City has Brooklyn Brewing. And DC has "DC Brau." It isn't just a local beer. It's the local beer...

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Bars

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JR

Denson

May 9, 2025

NoVA Ultimate Frisbee

Play near the Pentagon

There's an ultimate frisbee pick-up game that's been going on for years in a park across from the Pentagon City Mall in DC. It's so friendly and laid back there!

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Relaxing

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JR

Denson

May 9, 2025

The Bullpen

Chill outdoor hangout

"The Bullpen" in DC is a great outdoor venue to go and hang out. I like going when they have special happy hour during Nationals home baseball games...

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Art & culture
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Bars

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JR

Denson

May 9, 2025
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