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A photo of LiLLiES Italian Restaurant & Bar restaurant
4.4
Awesome(540)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • Woodley Park
Booked 6 times today
Just steps from the Smithsonian National Zoo, Marriott Wardman-Park and Omni Shoreham, LiLLiES Restaurant & Bar is a family-owned restaurant which serves a mix of traditional Italian and Mediterranean cuisine with a contemporary edge. When the weather is warm, diners can relax around mosaic tables on the terrace patio. On cooler days, the hardwood floors, candlelight and exposed brick inside make for a snug retreat. Brunch is served on both Saturdays and Sundays, and offers options for health-conscious patrons, such as a Greek yogurt parfait, and for those looking to indulge—say, in the Nutella-smothered French toast.
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4.6
Exceptional(2113)
Price: Moderate
• Steak • Cleveland Park
Booked 39 times today
A Diner's Choice Award winner for the last 12 years! Legendary Medium Rare offers a unique $28.95 prix fixe dinning experience of artisan bread; a mixed green salad; prime, dry-aged steak; and hand-cut fries (Vegetarian option always available) in a relaxed, fun, environment. Please allow us 15 minutes to seat you after your full party has arrived and after checkin at our host stand. As we do only one thing, we do our best to make the food and experience exceptional and also a good value. We also serve brunch on Saturday and Sunday's with a great prix fixe including French Toast, Steak and Eggs, Eggs Benedict and bottomless Bloody Marys, Mimosas and Screwdrivers. WALK INS and CALL AHEAD seating are always welcomed.
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4.1
Excellent(505)
Price: Expensive
• American • Woodley Park
Flavorture's elevated American Soul experience is a collaboration of Chef Mac! and Chef Pinke's culinary expertise brought to life. Conveniently located in Historic Woodley Park adjacent to the prestigious Omni Shoreham Hotel. Our top shelf bourbon and whiskey centric bar which is second to none, along with our cozy outdoor patio seating, exquisite cuisine and superior customer service further elevates the entire dining experience.PARKING: FYI: Valet parking is available at the nearby Omni Shoreham hotel at a reduced rate of $20. Things to know about our Sunday Brunch- Brunch is from 12:00am - 5:00pm- Brunch is al carte menu- There is Live DJ/entertainment every week- Your reservation deposit will be deducted from your check- There is a 90 minute seating limit for all parties
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4.7
Exceptional(1483)
Price: Expensive
• American • Woodley Park
Booked 3 times today
New Heights Restaurant, led by Michelin-nominated Chef Jose Molina, offers an unparalleled dining experience where contemporary elegance meets classic flavors. Nestled in the heart of the city, our menu showcases the finest local ingredients, artfully crafted under Chef Molina’s celebrated culinary expertise. From farm-fresh produce to sustainably sourced seafood, each dish is a testament to his dedication to innovation and flavor, perfectly complemented by an extensive selection of wines and craft cocktails. Whether you're joining us for a sophisticated dinner, or a private event, New Heights is where Chef Molina's award-worthy creations elevate every occasion. Experience the art of dining above the ordinary—where each meal truly reaches new heights.** Please note that our historic building does not have an elevator and that our Dining Room is only accessible by staircase **
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4.6
Exceptional(378)
Price: Expensive
• American • Woodley Park
Booked 7 times today
Our casually elegant restaurant invites you to a unique dining experience orchestrated by culinary experts.The menu features dishes prepared from local ingredients procured from regional farms. Enjoy a glass of wine on our terrace with tranquil views of Rock Creek National Park or embark on a culinary adventure in our opulent dining room.Whether meeting clients for lunch or dining with the family after a day of sightseeing, Robert's Restaurant has something for everyone.
A photo of Lebanese Taverna - Washington DC restaurant
4.6
Exceptional(1303)
Price: Moderate
• Middle Eastern • Woodley Park
Booked 12 times today
Lebanese Taverna DC is located directly across from the Woodley Park metro, this location offers a 15-seat bar, lounge and seating for 130 people. Great for groups of all sizes and offers a private room for seating up to 50 people.
A photo of Dolan Uyghur - Washington DC restaurant
4.6
Exceptional(133)
Price: Moderate
• Unspecified • Cleveland Park
Fresh, Healthy, and Delicious | Dolan Uyghur Restaurant is committed to preserving the Uyghur people's unique flavors and culture, prepared in distinctive, central Asian styles. Come and taste for yourself, with your family and friends!
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4.7
Exceptional(1)
Price: Moderate
• Ethiopian • Woodley Park
Booked 1 time today
Elsa Ethiopian Restaurant is on OpenTable. We look forward to seeing you!
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4.1
Excellent(35)
Price: Moderate
• Indian • Woodley Park
Booked 2 times today
Come experience the taste of Egypt. Medaterra is a unique twist of Egyptian-American Cuisine. Rajaji Curry House has been serving authentic Indian food to the community since 1969.

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  • ToriVIP
    Washington, D.C. Area •3 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 1 day ago
    From the moment I stepped into La Grande Boucherie I felt welcomed. The ambiance of the restaurant is so enchanting from the decor to the professionalism of the staff. I arrived alone waiting for the rest of my party to join and still felt attended to and was sat. Our server, Christopher immediately greeting me with water and recommendations of the menu. Once my friend joined me my experience really took off. I was guided through the menu with the best cocktails and appetizers to start. We went with the bottomless bubbles . After the first mimosa you could tell the juice was fresh and the champagne crisp. We followed with a lobster bisque that you could tell upon the first spoonful it was full of marinated seafood stock flavor. The bread that they brought to the table with salted butter complimented it so well as if it was necessary considering the soup came with a fresh croissant . I’ll probably be dreaming of the soup tomorrow. We enjoyed the Wagyu Carpaccio which was well balanced with the rich marble of the wagyu and the saltiness of the capers on the plate. I was reaching a point of fullness and then my entree came out. I opted for a classic, Eggs Benedict, not being a huge fan of eggs I appreciate a well crafted Hollandaise, and that is exactly what I got. The English muffin tasted fresh and the Canadian bacon thinly sliced with the perfect balance of saltiness to pair with the best poarched egg. We finished our meal with a Lemon Sorbet unable to fully commit to a big dessert but even the simplicity of the 3 scoops absolutely exceeded my expectations. A perfect finisher to a meal I’ll probably be talking about for the next few weeks. I am so excited to continue to recommend this restaurant to my friends and traveling family. A truly picturesque experience where I don’t have to worry about the service or the food matching the high standards of what is seen online. They truly deliver.
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    La Grande Boucherie - DCPrice: Very Expensive• French• Washington
    4.4
  • IsabellaVIP
    Philadelphia County •8 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 1 day ago
    I made reservations here for a Christmas brunch with my family and Wow! I am so happy I did! My family and I had a fabulous time and a fantastic brunch here at Old Ebbitt. Our server, Jasmine, gave excellent recommendations and was an incredible server. She was very warm and inviting, which is something we always look for. The french toast, chicken and waffles, eggs Benedict, crab and artichoke dip, and raw oysters were all top notch and delicious. From start to end, everything was perfect. This is where you want to have brunch in DC. Thank you, Old Ebbitt!
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    Old Ebbitt GrillPrice: Moderate• American• Downtown
    4.8
  • Adam
    Greater Boston •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    This was a tremendous meal, and a can't-miss restaurant when visiting Washington D.C. It was my wife and I, and we shared six plates: hummus, falafel, rice pilaf/barley, fried eggplant, brussels sprouts and (essentially) french fries. We were uncomfortably full when leaving, and this ran us a whopping $72 dollars before tip. Obviously if we had gotten drinks or wine, the price would have gone up considerably, but I can't imagine this kind of quality food in a metro area for $36/person in 2024. Plus endless homemade pita that was a cross between pita and naan was provided -- crazy delicious. The french fries had a house-made mushroom salt with a yogurt dipping sauce. The serving size on those were substantial, but basically they were just outstanding french fries. In terms of going for authentic Mediterranean food, we could have swapped this out for something else, but that was probably more our fault than theirs just having something a little more neutral on the menu for less-adventurous eaters. The other five items were all significantly above average, with my favorite being the sprouts and my wife favoring the barley/pilaf. Also, the speed with which we got through our meal was noteworthy -- one hour as they rotated through plates one at a time. It was a well-oiled machine.
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    Zaytinya - DCPrice: Expensive• Mediterranean• Penn Quarter
    4.7
  • DavidVIP
    Washington, D.C. Area •49 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 5 days ago
    Philomena is a pillar in the DC community and for great reason. When you first walk down the, many steps, you enter your known as house. During the holiday season, the restaurant is decorated from head to toe with Christmas celebration. The staff are all extremely courteous and helpful And always dressed amazingly. The food is outstanding. All portions are large enough to share so get a few dishes and let your table enjoy old world Italian cuisine. Anything on the menu is a score in my book. But don’t forget always leave room for dessert. The cannoli are amazing!
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    Filomena RistorantePrice: Expensive• Italian• Georgetown
    4.8
  • christina
    London •1 review
    5.0
    Dined on Dec 7, 2024
    Our dinner was wonderful from the appatizer to the flan. Portions were perfect. Lisa our server was so nice and made sure our dinner was perfect. Highly recommend eating here and can't wait to go back.
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    LiLLiES Italian Restaurant & BarPrice: Moderate• Italian• Woodley Park
    4.4
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