Restaurants near William I Jacobs Recreational Complex

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1. Filomena Ristorante

4.8

Exceptional(17389)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • Georgetown

Booked 229 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!

2. Old Ebbitt Grill

4.8

Exceptional(29914)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Downtown

Booked 423 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.

3. Et Voila

4.9

Exceptional(3976)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• French • Palisades Northwest

Booked 48 times today

Chef Claudio Pirollo is a chef driven restaurant offering Contemporary Belgian/French Bistro.A DC staple for 15 years, with a friendly, neighborhood feel, you will feel welcome here for any occasion large or small. Our made from scratch menu is fresh, flavorful and offers something for everyone. From Classic European Bistro Cuisine to sophisticated daily Specials! Our bar covers handcrafted creative cocktails, with a large and high hand Wine List. Enjoy our cozy and energic dining room for an unforgettable experience . We cannot wait to see you!

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4. Chef Geoff's (New Mexico Ave.)

4.6

Exceptional(4181)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Contemporary American • Georgetown

Booked 34 times today

Chef Geoff’s is a chef driven restaurant offering Contemporary American cuisine. A DC staple for over 20 years, with a friendly, neighborhood feel, you will feel welcome here for any occasion large or small. Our made from scratch menu is fresh, flavorful and offers something for everyone. From pizza, salads and burgers to our more elaborate main dishes, one thing is for certain, we don’t skimp on flavor! Our bar covers all ends of the spectrum from our famous super mugs (giant beers) to our handcrafted cocktails. Enjoy our large elevated patio for the perfect al fresco dining experience or our cozy newly renovated dining room. We cannot wait to see you!

5. Zaytinya - DC

4.7

Exceptional(19617)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Mediterranean • Penn Quarter

Booked 357 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.

6. Claudio's Table

4.8

Exceptional(355)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Italian • Palisades Northwest

Booked 31 times today

Welcome to Claudio's Table, a cozy neighborhood gem in the heart of DC's Palisades. Experience the flavors of Italy with our delicious homemade pasta, authentic Neapolitan-style pizza, and daily specials crafted with love by Chef Claudio. We also accommodate large parties and always recommend calling ahead for reservations – don’t give up, we’ll do our best to fit you in!Everything on our menu is available for pick-up in-store or delivery via DoorDash, making it easy to enjoy our Italian classics at home. Buon Appetito!

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7. Founding Farmers DC: Foggy Bottom

4.6

Exceptional(34532)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Foggy Bottom

Booked 327 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. BlackSalt

4.7

Exceptional(6743)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Seafood • Palisades Northwest

Booked 25 times today

BlackSalt is the much anticipated concept restaurant from Chef Jeff Black, featuring an upscale fish market fronting a vibrant bar and elegant restaurant.**A 4% charge is applied to all sales for card processing fees. Charge will be waived if paying with cash

9. La Piquette

4.8

Exceptional(3014)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• French • Cleveland Park

Booked 27 times today

Dear Guests,A neighborhood Bistrot located in Cleveland Park that stays faithful to its French roots offering the best French dishes on this side of the AtlanticExecutive Chef Francis Layrle prepares a daily menu with farm raised and seasonal fresh ingredients. The bar offers a carefully curated wine selection and house cocktails. La Piquette presents an authentic bistrot atmosphere the way it is meant to be: fun, simple and delicious.

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10. La Grande Boucherie - DC

4.3

Awesome(1619)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• French • Washington

Booked 148 times today

Located at 699 14th Street on the coveted corner of 14th and G Street NW, La Grande Boucherie is situated on the most high-profile street in Washington D.C., just one block away from the White House. The restaurant is built in elegant and ornamental Art Nouveau style, evoking the sense of optimism from the turn of the 20th century. The brasserie’s menu features both classic and modern French dishes, with focus on the meat program, raw bar and extravagant large-format meats, ideal for sharing and celebrating. Mahogany wood and glass partitions divide the gargantuan space to create intimate dining experiences. These pieces are adorned in gilded accents and uniquely curved arches inspired by the 20th-century Art Nouveau movement of Paris. The main dining room highlights a massive curved bar with a metal top imported from Paris, a signature piece of Boucherie.

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New York City •1 review
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Loved everything! Good was so good and drinks too!
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Founding Farmers DC: Foggy BottomPrice: Moderate• American• Foggy Bottom
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4.6
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California Central Coast •1 review
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Wonderful experience, cocktails and food delicious! Service was awesome too.
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Zaytinya - DCPrice: Expensive• Mediterranean• Penn Quarter
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4.7
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ZacharyVIP
Wisconsin •13 reviews
4.0
Dined 2 days ago
Half price bottles of wine were really a treat! Was my second trip here first with a large group which I’m not sure I would do again but food quality was great wait staff awesome
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La Grande Boucherie - DCPrice: Very Expensive• French• Washington
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4.3
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ericVIP
San Antonio •5 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Best lasagna I’ve had in my LIFE! Juan was outstanding and gave our party great recommendations. Highly recommend for outstanding authentic Italian food!
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Filomena RistorantePrice: Expensive• Italian• Georgetown
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4.8
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Carole
Greater Boston •19 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Always a wonderful experience…delicious food, fantastic staff and a lovely atmosphere.
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Old Ebbitt GrillPrice: Moderate• American• Downtown
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4.8

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