Category: Hidden Hangouts

Astoria DC: A Cozy, Mystical Hideaway in Dupont Circle

A small but lively spot offering bold flavors and a one-of-a-kind atmosphere BY SAAHITI KIRAN CHAMALA, CO-EDITOR-IN-CHIEF Nestled in the bustling streets of Dupont Circle, Astoria DC might not immediately grab attention from the outside, but once inside, it reveals…

Off-campus oasis: De Clieu Café draws Mason crowd

Students find study space, strong coffee, and a sandwich worth writing home about. BY SAAHITI KIRAN CHAMALA, CO-EDITOR-IN-CHIEF Nestled in Old Town Fairfax, and a pleasant stroll from the Mason campus, lies my personal favorite café, De Clieu. This cozy…

Exploring local gems: Fairfax Coffee

A peaceful escape with the perfect cup of coffee BY SAAHITI KIRAN CHAMALA, CO-EDITOR-IN-CHIEF Nestled along Braddock Road, Fairfax Coffee is more than just a café—it’s a sanctuary for students seeking a peaceful escape. Its proximity to campus provides a…

The Library of Congress: a Hidden Study-Spot Gem

Studying in this historic building is the best way to get your work done BY MARY J. DEMARCO, OPINION EDITOR So you’re looking for a place to study, but Fenwick Library and the Johnson Center have become too familiar. It…

HIDDEN HANGOUT

MASON POND BY JULIAN LEE, STAFF WRITER When living in an area that seems to have Washington D.C. next door, you can’t help but to overlook what all that Mason has to offer. Sure there are coffee shops, restaurants and…

HIDDEN HANGOUTS

Clifton, Va. BY ALEXIS MCCAFFREY, CULTURE EDITOR A drove down a quiet road directed by my Waze app, that lead to a little town called Clifton, Va. It was littered with gorgeous homes and even a few farms. It left…

HIDDEN HANGOUTS

Cafein in Centreville BY ALEXIS MCCAFFREY, STAFF WRITER A cute hole-in-the-wall coffee shop called Cafein in the Newgate Shopping Center in Centreville, VA has me rethinking where to get my next latte. The next time you get a latte it…

Hidden Hangouts: Home Edition

The best kept secrets for food, music and entertainment  BY: MAGGIE ROTH, FAUX ESTATE CORRESPONDENT Editor’s Note: This piece is a work of fiction written for Fourth Estate’s satire issue, Faux Estate. With campus closed and social distancing measures in…

Hidden Hangouts: Sotto

A place looking to bring back the golden age of jazz in Washington  BY: PETER NJOROGE, CULTURE EDITOR I love jazz. I’m unashamed to say it. I like it more than hip-hop, R&B, neo-soul, pop music, complex orchestral scores written…

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Hidden Hangouts: University Mall Theaters

Cross the street and enjoy the movie magic BY: AHMED FARID, STAFF WRITER The first half of February has come and gone, which means we have already witnessed the biggest movie event of the year: the Oscars! Mid-February is that…