This week's top dish from Eater DC, Curbed's restaurant, bar, and nightlife blog...
EATER MAPS— Soup dumplings have a devoted following, but they can be tough to find in D.C. Learn where to get them.
THE CRITICS— Tom Sietsema's Fall Dining Guide is out, with only 15 restaurants returning from last year's list.
OBAMA ENDORSED— President Barack Obama and VP Joe Biden hit up Taylor Gourmet last Friday for shutdown hoagies.
SHUTDOWN WOES— Speaking of the shutdown, even though they're still offering discounts to workers, restaurants are getting concerned about the long-term effects on business.
EATER MAPS— The Eater 38 has been updated for fall, with new additions like Daikaya and Pupatella.
GEORGETOWN— Take a look at the classy Eno Wine Bar in Georgetown.
COLUMBIA HEIGHTS— The Coupe shares some thoughts on year one of business.