Best Restaurants for Business Meals in Washington

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AmericanItalianSteakhouseSeafoodFrenchMexican

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District of ColumbiaMaryland - DC SuburbsVirginia - DC Suburbs

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AlexandriaArlingtonBethesdaCapitol HillChevy ChaseCleveland Park

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CharmingDog-friendlyFancyGood for business mealsGood for groupsGood for special occasions

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1. The Hamilton

4.7

Exceptional(11954)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Downtown

Booked 205 times today

The Hamilton, located in downtown Washington, DC, is a vibrant restaurant known for its diverse American cuisine and lively atmosphere. Showcasing an expansive menu that includes fresh seafood, savory steaks, and inventive sushi, it caters to a wide range of tastes. The Hamilton also features an impressive bar with handcrafted cocktails and an extensive wine list. With its spacious dining areas and a music venue hosting live music performances, The Hamilton offers a unique dining experience that blends culinary excellence with entertainment. Across the street from the Treasury building, the W Hotel, and the Willard Hotel.

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2. Ocean Prime - Washington D.C.

4.8

Exceptional(4467)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Seafood • Downtown

Booked 91 times today

Located in the historic Colorado Building at 1341 G Street NW and just steps away from the White House,Ocean Prime is a nationally acclaimed, dynamic seafood & steakhouse from the award-winning Cameron Mitchell Restaurants. Ocean Prime delivers an elevated experience with exceptional ambiance, a chef-curated menu, signature handcrafted cocktails, Wine Spectator honored wine list and genuine hospitality. Reservations are recommended.Ocean Prime strives to provide an elegant, fine dining atmosphere. Our associates’ priority is to ensure your experience is memorable. We ask for attire that is both polished and suited to our restaurant.THANK YOU FOR NOT WEARING: Clothing emitting excessive marijuana odor Excessively revealing clothing or exposed undergarments Clothing with offensive language or graphics Admittance to Ocean Prime is at the discretion of management who reserves the right to refuse service to patrons who are inappropriately dressed.

3. Modena

4.5

Awesome(1216)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • Downtown

Booked 24 times today

Modena presents Italian-inspired cuisine that takes heavy cues from seasonal and regionally sourced ingredients. Modena balances classic cuisine with a modern approach, all enhanced by Chef Joshua Hunt's passionate and creative touch.

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4. Fogo de Chao - Washington DC

4.5

Awesome(5302)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Brazilian • Downtown

Booked 90 times today

Fogo de Chão is an internationally-renowned steakhouse from Brazil that allows guests to discover what's next at every turn. Founded in Southern Brazil in 1979, Fogo elevates the centuries-old culinary art of churrasco - roasting high-quality cuts of meat over an open flame - into a cultural dining experience of discovery. Please join us in our dining room, in our more casual Bar Fogo, or bring the Fogo Experience to you with Fogo To-Go or Catering. Visit our website to make a reservation or place an order.

5. Cafe Du Parc

4.3

Awesome(2597)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Contemporary French • Downtown

Booked 37 times today

Located in the heart of Washington, D.C. within the iconic Willard InterContinental, steps from the National Mall, and across from Pershing Park, a national park home to the new World War I Memorial, Café du Parc is reminiscent of a Parisian-inspired sidewalk café. Nestled between The White House and the U.S. Capitol, surrounded by the sights and sounds of the nation’s capital, Café du Parc’s seasonal outside terrace remains a trendy locale for al fresco dining by both visitors and Washington, D.C. locals alike.Paying homage to traditional French cooking, the restaurant offers diners various culinary creations from coffee and pastries at its coffee shop, Le Café, to breakfast, lunch, dinner, and brunch on Sunday on its outside terrace or inside the main dining room. We are pleased to offer parking validation for Valet or Garage parking at Willard InterContinenatal when you join us for dinner.

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6. Proper 21 - F Street

4.1

Excellent(931)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Contemporary American • Downtown

Booked 22 times today

Proper 21, brought to DC from the New York City restaurateurs Rob Zahn and Will Strozier that own Manhattan Proper and Proper West, opened in early October 2016. Located at 1319 F Street NW, Proper 21 is a high end sports bar serving All American classics with a gourmet twist. Proper 21 is the third location of NIEUW Group Inc. Like its predecessors, located in New York City, Proper 21 serves contemporary American cuisine. The space maintains the modern aesthetic and New York style of the Manhattan locations, which have best been described as Tom Ford meets Thomas Edison. The restaurant provides the best audio & visual for sports, corporate functions, nightlife and other events. Proper 21 requests reservations be made 45 minutes in advance.

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7. Bobby Van's Grill - New York Ave.

4.4

Awesome(2436)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Steakhouse • Downtown

Booked 19 times today

Bobby Van’s Grill has a very loyal following of patrons who appreciate its first-rate, dry-aged steaks and seafood, phenomenal wine list, and exceptional professional wait staff – many of whom have worked for Bobby Van’s Grill for more than 15 years. We have the largest private dining space of any restaurant in DC; Bobby Van’s Grill can accommodate guests in 7 different rooms! In the fall of 2018, it unveiled a newly renovated atrium (now known as The Atrium @ Bobby Van’s) that accommodates up to 330 people for private events.

8. Zaytinya - DC

4.7

Exceptional(19619)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Mediterranean • Penn Quarter

Booked 342 times today

Under the direction of celebrated chef José Andrés and concept chef Michael Costa, Zaytinya offers an innovative mezze menu inspired by Turkish, Greek, and Lebanese cuisines served up in a sleek and modern setting. Building on Jose’s deep knowledge of Mediterranean cooking and years of research and travel, the menu features shared small plates of authentic and innovative fare, creative cocktails, and unique Mediterranean wines, making Zaytinya one of the most exciting restaurants in Washington, DC.

9. Succotash PRIME

4.6

Exceptional(4039)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Penn Quarter

Booked 108 times today

Succotash PRIME is a progressive perspective of classic Southern favorites. James Beard Award winner Edward Lee brings his Korean roots and Southern repertoire to a soulful Southern Steakhouse menu.SUCCOTASH is named after the classic dish that has been a longstanding staple of the Southern table. While many know “Succotash” when they see it, the dish has been interpreted, modified, and passed from generation to generation for centuries. Our “Succotash” is special to us and we invite you to experience the South from our point of view.

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10. The Smith – Penn Quarter, Washington, D.C

4.6

Exceptional(3886)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• American • Penn Quarter

Booked 158 times today

The Smith in Penn Quarter is perfect for business meals. A review praises it as a 'relaxing and enjoyable later evening business sit down'. It's also ideal for large parties, with seamless service and a comfortable environment. Plus, it's located in the bustling Penn Quarter area of Washington, D.C.

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Peter
Greater Boston •4 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Great experience for our party. Food and service were excellent. Thank you.
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ModenaPrice: Expensive• Italian• Downtown
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4.5
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Iryna
Washington, D.C. Area •1 review
4.0
Dined 1 day ago
Overall, it is a nice place with good food and a great location, perfect for business meetings. However, I had to take off points due to the noise issue. We were the only group on the second floor and came for a business lunch, intending to discuss important matters. Unfortunately, in the middle of our lunch, the waitstaff started sorting utensils loudly right next to our table. It became so noisy that we could hardly hear each other, making it difficult to hold a conversation. What made it more frustrating was that the staff did not even try to be quieter, despite clearly seeing that we were having a discussion. I hope they will be more attentive to their customers in the future after reading this review.
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Cafe Du ParcPrice: Expensive• Contemporary French• Downtown
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4.3
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lovette
2 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Pre fix was on point the onion soup was great all the food was perfect
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Ocean Prime - Washington D.C.Price: Very Expensive• Seafood• Downtown
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4.8
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keith
Washington, D.C. Area •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Pleasant experience and the service is excellent.
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Fogo de Chao - Washington DCPrice: Moderate• Brazilian• Downtown
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4.5
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OpenTable Diner
Las Vegas •1 review
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Excellent service e and environment Food very good
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The HamiltonPrice: Moderate• American• Downtown
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4.7

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