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1. Rania DC
4.7
Exceptional(481)
Price: Very Expensive
• Indian • Penn Quarter
Booked 19 times today
We are excited to welcome you to Rania, DC's hottest destination for modern Indian food. Tom Sietsema has called our food "some of the most inspired Indian cooking in DC." At Rania, we offer homage to the time-honored traditions, rich flavors, and spices of India in an intimate, luxurious setting. We look forward to sharing our vision with you!Presenting sophisticated, highly acclaimed 4-course prix-fixe menu, with an upcoming debut of our chef's tasting menu.Policies:-Dress Code: Smart Business Casual. No shorts, athletic wear, or baseball caps are allowed.-Children under 10 are not allowed in the main dining areas.-Reservations are available for parties of up to 6 people.- A non-refundable deposit of $30 per person is required for parties larger than 5.-A 20% gratuity will be added to all parties 5 or more.For large party or private dining inquiries, please email: Info@raniadc.com
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2. Station 4
4.1
Excellent(3805)
Price: Moderate
• Contemporary American • Waterfront
Booked 32 times today
Discover Station 4 Restaurant, an oasis of creative cuisine nestled in the heart of Washington, DC. Just a block away from the Arena Stage and steps from the Wharf and Waterfront Metro Station/Green Line, our swanky setting offers the perfect atmosphere for your special foodie experience, date night, celebrations, birthdays, and more.Springtime at Station 4 is an unforgettable experience with our refreshing spring menu, vibrant seasonal cocktails, and enchanting Garden Room and patio. Revel in the delightful ambiance while enjoying Modern American and Creative New American dishes crafted with passion and flair.Since 2011, Station 4 has been a cornerstone of the thriving SW development, delighting guests with our commitment to exceptional service and culinary excellence. Join us for lunch, dinner, brunch, or happy hour and let us make your visit truly triumphant.We love your special request! So feel free to contact us directly!
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3. Mazi
4.5
Awesome(726)
Price: Expensive
• American • Downtown
Booked 16 times today
Creative New American Cuisine influenced and inspired by Greek and Mediterranean recipes and flavors.
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4. Paraiso
4.7
Exceptional(185)
Price: Expensive
• Mexican • Capitol Hill
Booked 10 times today
Paraiso is a creative cuisine inspired by the streets and home kitchens of Mexico, offering an innovative and interesting twist on traditional Mexican dishes. Reviewers praise the 'amazing, creative Mexican dishes' and 'different and delicious spin on tacos and guacamole'. The menu is described as 'upscale Mexican not TexMex' and the restaurant offers 'a fabulous experience' with 'excellent food and service'.
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5. Anthem at Marriott Marquis DC
4.1
Excellent(93)
Price: Moderate
• American • Downtown
Booked 2 times today
Experience Americana with a modern twist. Creative cuisine from locally-sourced ingredients is the high note of Anthem, a vibrant urban café at Marriott Marquis Washington, DC. Executive chef Frederic Barasse applies culinary artistry from his previous position at The Ritz-Carlton, Tysons Corner to provide upscale versions of American diner classics. Experience farm to table quality in a classically styled venue at Washington, DC’s Anthem.
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6. Rosemary Bistro Cafe
4.7
Exceptional(515)
Price: Moderate
• Contemporary American • Friendship Heights
Booked 8 times today
Rosemary Bistro Cafe is a restaurant based in Washington, D.C. that serves classic French-based cuisine. All our menu offerings prepared using the freshest ingredients. If you’re looking for a cozy dining experience in the D.C. area, come by our restaurant today.
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7. Masala Art DC (Tenleytown)
4.7
Exceptional(1135)
Price: Moderate
• Contemporary Indian • Tenleytown
Booked 4 times today
'Too much is so good, you can't stop eating it. The tandoor-baked breads are not mere swabs for sauce but could be eaten, and enjoyed, on their own; the naan with cilantro and rock salt is terrific, as is the kulcha richly stuffed with minced lamb. Masala Art offers combinations you don't see often around here, but even its more familiar dishes can be revelations. Consider its samosas. They're flakier than a lot of the competition, and their filling of peas, potatoes and sweet raisins tastes fresher, too. A burst of cardamom in every bite helps. In the same vein, soft logs of minced lamb pulse with heat from jalapeno peppers, a shock offset with breezy mint. Pureed spinach is a vibrant green, flecked with corn and rich with garlic...' - WashingtonPost.com
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8. Muoi Tieu
4.8
Exceptional(17)
Price: Moderate
• Vietnamese • Silver Spring
Booked 4 times today
Open Mon/Thurs/Fri/Sat/Sun, closed Tues/Wed. Muoi Tieu is a cozy family-run Vietnamese restaurant and market in the heart of Takoma Park, Maryland, with a small but carefully curated menu that offers a combination of popular Vietnamese dishes (e.g., pho, spring rolls) and less common home-style dishes (e.g., braised pork belly, pan-fried fish with ginger nuoc cham) with plenty of gluten-free and vegan options. Our small market also offers a variety of common Vietnamese condiments, pantry items, and Asian snacks. Like our name, which means "salt and pepper" in Vietnamese, our concept is simple: we want to bring classic, savory Vietnamese food to our community.
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  • Barbaravip
    Washington, D.C. Area •57 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 3 days ago
    I had a lovely lunch at Paraiso with friends. We enjoyed delicious roast beet salad, tortilla soup, and a cheese quesadilla. All great, delivered by a very friendly and courteous server.
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    ParaisoPrice: Expensive• Mexican• Capitol Hill
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    4.7
  • Michael
    Wisconsin •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 4 days ago
    Excellent Indian flavors with modern techniques and fusions. I came with a friend from Delhi, and it was truly a treat to experience each course from both a new perspective, but also to have my friend speak to how the ingredients they use were common fare from his childhood, and praising how they elevated these humble staples to new heights. The cocktails pack a major wow factor with the presentation, and the flavors are excellent. Service was great, and on par with the Michelin rating. Complements to the chef, who was so kind to meet us in person despite the heavy prep his team had ahead of Thanksgiving!!!
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    Rania DCPrice: Very Expensive• Indian• Penn Quarter
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    4.7
  • Kellyvip
    Washington, D.C. Area •8 reviews
    4.0
    Dined 6 days ago
    We enjoyed our dinner - the chicken skewers were delicious. Our server was very kind and attentive. We were disappointed with the saganaki since we were going there for the cheese. It was just a plop of cheese and it wasn't browned or anything. They should probably take it off the menu if it's just going to be a slab of cheese.
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    MaziPrice: Expensive• American• Downtown
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    4.5
  • Ashaunté
    Washington, D.C. Area •2 reviews
    4.0
    Dined on Nov 23, 2024
    Excellent brunch menu! The service staff could be a bit more attentive, but no complaints outside of that.
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    Station 4Price: Moderate• Contemporary American• Waterfront
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    4.1
  • Donnavip
    Philadelphia County •35 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on Nov 15, 2024
    Must try the yucca fries!! Delicious Good service and convenient meeting place
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    Anthem at Marriott Marquis DCPrice: Moderate• American• Downtown
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    4.1

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