Hook Hall

Academy Tortillas & Tequilas is getting the Bucket Listers treatment with a Taste of DC event that puts its Mexican menu through a more focused lens. The draw here is the chance to sample the restaurant’s tortillas and tequila offerings in one sitting, rather than committing to a full dinner and hoping you picked the right things. It’s a useful format for anyone who has been meaning to check out the spot, especially with a group that prefers grazing to a formal meal. The experience also makes sense as a neighborhood food stop before heading elsewhere for the night. If you already know Academy, this is a chance to revisit it with a little more structure; if you don’t, the tasting setup offers an easy introduction without overthinking the order.