How to Eat, Drink and Play Like the Obamas

Visit the Obama’s favorite hot spots in Washington.

Touched by Love - The Obamas attend the wedding of senior adviser Valerie Jarrett's daughter, Laura. (Look at how the president admires his wife.)(Photo: barackobama via tumblr)

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Keeping Up With the Obamas -  If you’re taking a trip to Washington for the inauguration, take a look at BET.com’s round-up of Obama-approved restaurants and entertainment to check out during your visit. – Britt Middleton (Photo: Barackobama via Tumblr)

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The White House - Location: 1600 Pennsylvania Avenue It’s a no-brainer that you would want to visit the where the first family calls home. Click here to learn how to sign up for an official White House tour.(Photo: Alex Wong/Getty Images)

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More Activities - The Newseum, Washington's popular interactive museum, is offering a special event package for Inauguration Day that includes a viewing of the swearing-in ceremony and parade, plus access to the museum's 15 theaters and galleries. (Photo: Courtesy of Newseum)

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Newseum - Location: 555 Pennsylvania Avenue Northwest  This 250,000-square-foot museum is dedicated to the history of news events. Barack and Michelle have taken their daughters to see the “First Dogs: American Presidents and Their Pets” exhibit, where the family’s dog, Bo, is featured. (Photo: Courtesy of Newseum)

Dining - Whether you want to get a taste of how the Obamas eat, drink and play or check out the district's other culinary gems, this official dining guide can help you break down good eats by neighborhood. (Photo: Courtesy Good Stuff Eatery Capitol Hill)

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Good Stuff Eatery - Location: 303 Pennsylvania Avenue Southeast This burger joint on Capitol Hill is said to be one of the first lady’s favorites. She even has a heart-healthy turkey burger named in her honor. (Photo: Courtesy Good Stuff Eatery Capitol Hill)

National Portrait Gallery - Location: Eighth and F Streets Northwest The National Portrait Gallery is where artist Shepard Fairey’s “Hope” poster is displayed, which became a symbol of Obama’s 2008 campaign, is featured.(Photo: Courtesy National Portrait Gallery)

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National Portrait Gallery - Location: Eighth and F Streets Northwest The National Portrait Gallery is where artist Shepard Fairey’s “Hope” poster is displayed, which became a symbol of Obama’s 2008 campaign, is featured.(Photo: Courtesy National Portrait Gallery)

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Ben’s Chili Bowl - Location: 1213 U Street President Obama is a fan of the half-smokes at this U street institution. In fact, Obama and comedian Bill Cosby are the only celebrities who eat for here for free. (Photo: Ben’s Chili Bowl Restaurant)

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Ben’s Chili Bowl - Location: 1213 U Street President Obama is a fan of the half-smokes at this U street institution. In fact, Obama and comedian Bill Cosby are the only celebrities who eat for here for free. (Photo: Ben’s Chili Bowl Restaurant)

Madame Tussaud's - Location: 1001 F Street Northwest You may not get close enough to reach out and touch the president or first lady, but you can cozy up to their likeness inside the Presidents Gallery at Madame Tussaud's wax museum. (Photo: Kris Connor/Getty Images)

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Madame Tussaud's - Location: 1001 F Street Northwest You may not get close enough to reach out and touch the president or first lady, but you can cozy up to their likeness inside the Presidents Gallery at Madame Tussaud's wax museum. (Photo: Kris Connor/Getty Images)

Puckering Up - Obama got another chance to seal the deal when the kiss cam focussed on them again. This time President Obama leaned in...(Photo: AP Photo/Alex Brandon)

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Verizon Center - Location: 601 F Street Northwest Barack and Michelle have taken in sporting events at this arena. Perhaps you can re-create their sweet smooch shared when they were caught on the infamous “Kiss Cam" back in July. (Photo: AP Photo/Alex Brandon)

BLT Steak -  Location: 1625 I Street Northwest The first couple has shared a bite at this bistro on date nights. (Photo: Courtesy BLT Steak Resteraunt Washington D.C)

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BLT Steak - Location: 1625 I Street Northwest The first couple has shared a bite at this bistro on date nights. (Photo: Courtesy BLT Steak Resteraunt Washington D.C)

Corte Salon -  Location: 1019 U Street Northwest Michelle can thank hairstylist Johnny Wright for her enviable mane, and if you visit his Corte Salon in the U Street neighborhood, you might find yourself singing his praises, too. (Photo: Corte Salon)

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Corte Salon - Location: 1019 U Street Northwest Michelle can thank hairstylist Johnny Wright for her enviable mane, and if you visit his Corte Salon in the U Street neighborhood, you might find yourself singing his praises, too. (Photo: Corte Salon)

National Museum of American History - Location: 1400 Constitution Avenue Northwest  Check out the Smithsonian National Museum of American History, where you can see an exhibit of inaugural gown worn by presidential first ladies. The Jason Wu gown Mrs. Obama wore to the 2009 inaugural ball is on display. (Photo: Mark Wilson/Getty Images)

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National Museum of American History - Location: 1400 Constitution Avenue Northwest  Check out the Smithsonian National Museum of American History, where you can see an exhibit of inaugural gown worn by presidential first ladies. The Jason Wu gown Mrs. Obama wore to the 2009 inaugural ball is on display. (Photo: Mark Wilson/Getty Images)