Best Neighborhood Gem Restaurants in Lanham

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AmericanItalianSteakhouseSeafoodFrenchIndian

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District of ColumbiaMaryland - DC SuburbsVirginia - DC Suburbs

Neighborhoods

Adams MorganAlexandriaArlingtonBethesdaBrookland / BrentwoodCapitol Hill

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CharmingDog-friendlyFancyGood for business mealsGood for groupsGood for special occasions

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Gender-neutral restroomWheelchair access

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1. Old Ebbitt Grill

4.8

Exceptional(29837)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Downtown

Booked 392 times today

Founded in 1856, Old Ebbitt Grill is Washington, DC's oldest saloon and a must-visit destination for locals and tourists alike. Situated in the heart of the city, just steps from The White House, this historic landmark offers a timeless blend of classic American cuisine and unparalleled hospitality. Old Ebbitt Grill promises a memorable visit filled with a warm ambiance and a seasonal menu spanning from freshly shucked oysters to house-made pastas and perfectly prepared steaks & chops. From the Rooftop Terrace to the Atrium or Cabinet Room, Ebbitt's private dining spaces are ideal for celebrations ranging from small and intimate to grand and stylish.

A photo of Filomena Ristorante restaurant

2. Filomena Ristorante

4.8

Exceptional(17335)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • Georgetown

Booked 237 times today

Filomena Now over 40 Years and counting!Filomena is a Washington DC landmark restaurant now with over 40 years of serving some of the finest Italian food you can enjoy. Our Pasta is fresh made by hand just like it was done for centuries in Italy. Our bakery is in-house, and we make over 20 different desserts to choose from. During Valentine's Day, Easter, Halloween and Christmas you can experience some of the most incredible decorations you can find! Four decades of making not just a great dining experience but a memorable one. Filomena has recently introduced a full line of homemade pasta, sauces, desserts that can be shipped nationwide too!

3. Zaytinya - DC

4.7

Exceptional(19552)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Mediterranean • Penn Quarter

Booked 243 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.

4. The Dabney

4.7

Exceptional(305)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• American • Shaw

Booked 20 times today

Located in historic Blagden Alley in D.C.'s Shaw neighborhood since 2015, The Dabney continues to pay tribute to the wonderful farmers, watermen, and purveyors of the mid-Atlantic region whom provide some of the best and most unique products in the country. We celebrate these ingredients by preparing them in a large wood burning hearth which is the centerpiece of our open kitchen. The current dining room experience is an 8-course tasting menu honoring the Mid-Atlantic's bounty. We offer an additional 3-course experience at our bar and bar area tables. Walk-in guests are welcome to enjoy the bar area as well.The Dabney has been awarded one Michelin star every year since 2017, James Beard Foundation Best Chef Mid-Atlantic for Chef Jeremiah Langhorne in 2018, and Washingtonian Magazine's #1 restaurant in 2023. At this time we are unable to accommodate severe allium and dairy allergies as well as vegan and vegetarian diets.

5. The Hamilton

4.7

Exceptional(11914)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Downtown

Booked 216 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.

6. Tortino

4.7

Exceptional(1906)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Italian • Downtown

Booked 13 times today

Executive Chef and owner Noé Canales welcomes you to experience his vision of contemporary Italian cuisine in his lovely new neighborhood restaurant designed to transport you to a trattoria in Tuscany.

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7. Founding Farmers DC: Foggy Bottom

4.6

Exceptional(34508)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Foggy Bottom

Booked 224 times today

Our award-winning Founding Farmers DC flagship restaurant opened in 2008 just three blocks west of the White House on Pennsylvania Avenue. Open 365 days a year, our team is passionate about crafting dishes and drinks from scratch with high-quality ingredients from farmers and suppliers we know and trust. Join us for breakfast, lunch, or dinner, weekday happy hour, and a la carte weekend brunch. Majority owned by American family farmers, including the more than 50,000 farmers of the North Dakota Farmers Union, our restaurant is guided by a very simple principal: we see and share everything Through The Eyes Of The Farmer.™ We actively care about our guests, our communities, the planet, and the next generation. This all comes together in our everyday neighborhood restaurant.

8. Bresca

4.6

Exceptional(920)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Contemporary French / American • U Street Corridor

Booked 18 times today

Bresca offers A La Carte and Tasting Menu options! Parties of 5 or more will be required to do our Chef's Tasting Menu. We are a Contemporary French restaurant and cocktail bar located in the bustling 14th Street neighborhood. Our team explores the finest in seasonal ingredients paired with genuine hospitality.

9. The Park at 14th

4.7

Exceptional(2976)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Downtown

Booked 48 times today

The Park at 14th is a restaurant, lounge, and event venue on four floors overlooking Franklin Square in Downtown D.C. Offering a sense of timeless elegance, beautiful views, and a warm and welcoming interior, The Park at 14th is the perfect place dining, socializing, and hosting your next event. We invite you to join us. For reservations over 10 people, please TEXT (202) 550-0300

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10. Dirty Habit | The Glass House

4.3

Awesome(2308)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service • Penn Quarter

Booked 31 times today

Dirty Habit DC is a globally inspired New American restaurant & bar in a hip, edgy hotel space with private courtyard space. Just a perfect location for happy hour cocktails, events and private bookings. Open for breakfast, brunch, lunch, dinner and late night bites.

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J
Jackie
1 review
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Best experience of our DC dining! Recommend to anyone who visits.
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The HamiltonPrice: Moderate• American• Downtown
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4.7
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EarlVIP
Denver / Colorado •13 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Their menu and food was excellent! We had a table right by the fireplace so it was warm And cozy. My wife said one best dinners she has ever had! The escargot and veal was terrific. We will come back!
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Filomena RistorantePrice: Expensive• Italian• Georgetown
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4.8
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Marysa
Washington, D.C. Area •7 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Excellent dinner and service. The food was delicious and nicely presented. Servers were always ready to refill glasses and to bring bread. We could not recommend highly enough! Fantastic ambience!
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Zaytinya - DCPrice: Expensive• Mediterranean• Penn Quarter
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4.7
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JackieVIP
New Jersey •1 review
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
It was wonderful and the food was amazing as always we love it there
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Old Ebbitt GrillPrice: Moderate• American• Downtown
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4.8
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timarjio
South Carolina •1 review
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
This was an amazing experience I really enjoyed the fact that from the moment you arrive they make it feel personal as if you and your guest as if you rented out the place.. every dish was explained in great culinary fashion and I love the way each server and host incorporated their knowledge of the dish being served. Hands down one of the premier experiences in the D.C area and a must for impressing any level of company you have. The value is very worth it but the experience is priceless..
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The DabneyPrice: Very Expensive• American• Shaw
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4.7

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