Neighborhood Spotlight: Mosaic District
When considering moving to a new neighborhood, there are so many things to consider. Is it walkable? Is there transportation easily available? What sort of dining is in the area? Any nearby shopping? What’s the overall feel? And so much more. In this article we’re going to be giving you an insider’s look into the Mosaic District – one of our favorite districts in the DC Metro area! With so much to cover, let’s dive in!
Mosaic District – Overall Feel
The Mosaic District is described as a vibrant, sophisticated community that connects families and friends together through a hand-selected mix of retailers, restaurants, and residential spaces. With such a wide array of options, Mosaic is divided into four districts to simplify and enhance the experience:
- Fashion & Retail District
- Market District
- Film & Dining District
- Residential District
Fashion & Retail District
From top independent fashion boutiques to premier national retailers, Mosaic’s fashion & retail district is hard to beat! Don’t take our word for it? Take a look at the list of retailers below:
- Anthropologie
- Arielle Shoshana
- Barnes & Noble
- Bloomies
- bluemercury
- CustomInk
- Erin Condren
- Fair Trade Winds
- Kendra Scott
- Lather
- Loolous
- Lou Lou Boutique
- Loyal Companion
- lululemon
- Madewell
- MOM’s Organic Market
- Paper Source
- Scout & Molly’s
- Sephora
- Sophie Blake New York
- South Moon Under
- Sundance
- Swirl & Sip
- Target
- Tecovas
- The Shade Store
- Undeniable Boutique
- Warby Parker
- West Elm
- Williams Sonoma
Market District
The Market District features independent merchants from all across the Mid-Atlantic (but within 200 miles of DC). All come together within the FRESHFARM farmer’s market, which operates every Sunday year-round as well as Thursdays from 3pm-7pm. This family-friendly market is the perfect spot to shop for locally grown fruits and vegetables, mushrooms, grass-fed meats and pastured eggs, dairy products, ferments, sweet and savory baked goods, pastries, kombucha, cold-pressed juices, coffee, ice cream, prepared foods, handmade dog treats, and more! You can find a full list of the merchants online at FRESHFARM.
Dining
Now let’s get down to business: the Mosaic dining experience. And trust us; it doesn’t disappoint.
African
American
Asian
- District Dumplings
- Gyu Shige Japanese BBQ & Bar
- Iron Chef House
- JINYA Ramen Bar
- Sisters Thai
- Urban Hot Pot
Bakeries/Cafes
Beer, Coffee, & Wine
- Caboose Commons – this is one of our favorite spots!
- MacMillan Whisky Room
- Mom & Pop
Butcheries
Cuban
French
Greek
Healthy Dining
Italian
Mexican
Pizza
Sweet Treats
Worldly Options
Events & Entertainment
Beyond top-tier shopping & dining, the Mosaic District is also home to the Angelika Film Center – one of the most well-known and highest-grossing arthouses in the US. Since its inception in 2012, the Angelika Film Center & Cafe at Mosaic has become one of the most dynamic facilities in the greater DC area. Additionally, the Mosaic District also hosts family friendly activities and holiday events year-round! In the warmer months, you can expect nighttime movies on the green space!
Getting Around the Mosaic District
As mentioned, the Mosaic District was crafted for an optimal experience with intelligent urban design making it easy to make your way around the community either by foot or vehicle! In addition to easy movement within the district, the location of the community makes it perfect for commuters as it’s just a minute from the 495 beltway and close to the Dunn Loring-Merrifield Metro.
In a Nutshell..
The Mosaic District is a fun and thriving District – perfect for anyone who loves good shopping, great food, and a family-friendly environment!
Interested in Moving to the Mosaic District?
We’ve helped tons of clients to plant their roots within the Mosaic District and would be more than happy to do the same for you! Reach out to us, and let’s talk!
