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Old Ebbitt Grill
Price: Moderate•American•4.8(29,885)Downtown - 2
Zaytinya - DC
Price: Expensive•Mediterranean•4.7(19,601)Penn Quarter - 3
Founding Farmers DC: Foggy Bottom
Price: Moderate•American•4.6(34,523)Foggy Bottom - 4
Filomena Ristorante
Price: Expensive•Italian•4.8(17,377)Georgetown - 5
Joe's Seafood, Prime Steak & Stone Crab - Washington DC
Price: Very Expensive•Seafood•4.8(10,220)Downtown
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STK - DC
Price: Very Expensive•Steakhouse•3.9(510)Mount Vernon Square - 2
SHIA Restaurant
Price: Very Expensive•Korean•4.9(96)Washington - 3
dLeña
Price: Moderate•Mexican•4.7(2,138)Mount Vernon Square - 4
The Park at 14th
Price: Expensive•Contemporary American•4.8(2,994)Downtown - 5
Moon Rabbit by Kevin Tien
Price: Very Expensive•Vietnamese•4.8(562)Washington
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The Pembroke
Price: Expensive•Global, International•4.6(2,005)Dupont Circle - 2
The Greenhouse at The Jefferson, DC
Price: Expensive•Contemporary American•4.7(1,102)Downtown - 3
Nobu DC
Price: Very Expensive•Japanese•4.7(2,316)Washington - 4
Ocean Prime - Washington D.C.
Price: Very Expensive•Seafood•4.8(4,458)Downtown - 5
Bourbon Steak - Four Seasons Washington DC
Price: Moderate•Steakhouse•4.7(3,908)Georgetown
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Hillbrook Inn
Price: Very Expensive•Contemporary American•4.9(83)Our dining experience showcases the artistry and skill of Executive Chef Tom O'Hara. We partner with local farmers and regional purveyors who share our philosophy to create a menu that showcases our passion for food. Our extended Wine cellar holds approximately 200 varietals. An amazing beer and spirits-menu is available in our Bullskin Tavern with seasonal specialty cocktails created by our mixologist and sommelier, Sarah Rhinehart.
The dress code for dinner is business casual. Coats and ties are welcomed but not mandatory.
Open to the public as well as inn guests.
Reservations required.Mikko Nordic Fine Food
Price: Moderate•Nordic•4.8(126)The Nordic Experience - MIKKO is the place to try an array of modern, healthy dishes while experiencing the intimate and comfortable environment Chef Mikko easily creates. And he cooks for others. His versatile cuisine is complemented by his innate ability to develop genuine relationships with whoever enjoys his meals.
Local Ingredients and International Flavor.
Rye, seafood, mushrooms, berries, and roots form the fundamentals of Nordic food. Each dish Chef Mikko prepares is an elegant combination of traditional and modern influence. Nordic fare is unique in its simple, yet versatile, presentation. Using traditional cooking techniques such as curing, smoking and pickling, every plate delivers a distinct and refined taste.
Looking forward to seeing you at MIKKO!
Jônt
Price: Very Expensive•French / Japanese•4.9(146)At Jônt, we are a team of young and inspired chefs taking down the walls between kitchen and guests and taking you on a culinary adventure. Immerse yourself in a progressive tasting menu focusing on the simple, yet luxurious, ingredients around the world with deep inspiration from Japanese cuisine.
We challenge the seasons, navigate beyond the limits of time and break with tradition— getting playful with process and tricky with techniques at the intersection of place and possibility.
Jônt has been recognized with two Michelin stars since 2021.Afghan Bistro
Price: Moderate•Afghan•4.9(1,391)Afghan Bistro, located in Springfield, VA provides guests an authentic Afghan cuisine with a modern flair.
Causa
Price: Very Expensive•Peruvian•4.9(85)Causa is our Michelin-Starred tasting room where the world of Peruvian culinary tradition comes to life, thanks to the artistry of Chef Carlos Delgado. Here, you'll embark on a journey through the gastronomic heritage of the Peruvian geographical regions.
Reservations can be booked two months in advance. This prix-fixe menu is $179 (tax & gratuity not included). Enhance your experience further with a Remarkable Wine Pairing to compliment your 6-courses or venture into North America's rarest pisco selection and fully immerse yourself in the bounty of Peru's national spirit.
If you have any questions or clarifications on allergens or restrictions, reach out to info@causadc.com prior to booking.
Gift Card? Please use a credit card to book hold your reservation and we will refund you upon completion of your meal. Causa accepts inKind House Account credit and is unable to accept general inKind credits. Please reach out to inKind support for further clarification.L'Auberge Chez Francois
Price: Very Expensive•French•4.9(9,401)Welcome to L'Auberge Chez François, our French country inn a short distance from the nation's capital that has captivated visitors for over 66 years. L'Auberge Chez François is the ideal spot to celebrate special moments, private parties, luncheons, weddings, and cooking demonstrations. Our menu is extensive and full of the flavors of Alsace and traditional French cuisine. Excellent food and service, attention to detail, and a casually elegant atmosphere are hallmarks that have made L'Auberge Chez François a Washington favorite! We hope that you will enjoy your visit with us. Should you not see your preferred time to dine with us, please call us at 703-759-3800.
Minetta Tavern DC & Lucy Mercer
Price: Very Expensive•French American•4.8(6)Keith McNally brings Minetta Tavern to Washington DC
MINETTA TAVERN ORIGINALLY OPENED IN 1937
Named after the Minetta Brook — which ran southwest from 23rd Street to the Hudson River — the Tavern was frequented by various layabouts and hangers-on including Ernest Hemingway, Ezra Pound, Eugene O'Neill, E. E. Cummings, Dylan Thomas, and Joe Gould, as well as by various writers, poets, and pugilists.
Since its renovation, Minetta Tavern has best been described as "Parisian steakhouse meets classic New York City tavern."
We hope — and believe — that's a somewhat accurate description of the place.The Prime Rib
Price: Very Expensive•American•4.9(3,474)D.C's premier steakhouse with tuxedoed waiters and a 1940s Manhattan supper-club setting since 1976. Top five romantic restaurant in America (Food and Wine magazine). Live piano nightly. Valet parking. business casual for gentlemen.
Manalu Italian Restaurant
Price: Moderate•Italian•4.9(1,290)Manalu is a new authentic Italian restaurant by Chef/Owner Marco Pontecorvo. The name was to combine all three of his family members names. MA for Marco, NA for Naomi, his daughter, and LU for Lucia, his wife. Manalu's goal is to bring a taste of Italy and a touch of Naples in the town, by serving authentic Italian cuisine and the original pizza Napoletana cooked in a brick oven. The atmosphere is very cozy and warm, perfect for family and friends. Manalu` also has a full bar and happy hour Mon-Fri from 4pm to 7pm. Happy hour also includes a food menu with delicious appetizers.Ristorante Bonaroti
Price: Expensive•Italian•4.9(2,287)A well-kept secret nestled in the heart of Vienna offering elegant dining within a warm and intimate setting. Our classic Italian cuisine has been ranked among the best in the Washington, D.C. area. Bar featuring new appetizer menu.
See what locals rave about in Washington DC
- OTOpenTable DinerDenver / Colorado •1 review5.0Dined todayThe food was fantastic, Jose our waiter was greatMore infoFounding Farmers DC: Foggy BottomPrice: Moderate• American• Foggy Bottom•4.6
- SSeanVIPWashington, D.C. Area •10 reviews4.0Dined 3 days agoFirst tome there. Beautiful spaces! I remember when it was a grand old bank.More infoLa Grande Boucherie - DCPrice: Very Expensive• French• Washington•4.3
- SSarahWashington, D.C. Area •1 review5.0Dined 3 days agoDelicious food and drinks! Fun and lively historic restaurant.More infoOld Ebbitt GrillPrice: Moderate• American• Downtown•4.8
- KKYUNGSUKToronto / Ontario •1 review5.0Dined 3 days agoAlways excellent food and good service except a little bit small quantity of food, overall satisfactoryMore infoZaytinya - DCPrice: Expensive• Mediterranean• Penn Quarter•4.7
- CcindyLas Vegas •9 reviews5.0Dined 4 days agoBest Italian food I have ever had!! It was so good! Had the lasagna bolognese and it was so delicious!More infoFilomena RistorantePrice: Expensive• Italian• Georgetown•4.8
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Frequently asked questions
Healthy restaurants located in Washington DC include Zaytinya - DC, Gordon Ramsay Hell's Kitchen - Washington DC and Founding Farmers VA: Tysons
Restaurants with gluten-free options in Washington DC are Old Ebbitt Grill, MXDC and Gordon Ramsay Hell's Kitchen - Washington DC
Bottomless brunch in Washington DC is available at Founding Farmers DC: Foggy Bottom, Old Ebbitt Grill and Founding Farmers VA: Tysons
The most romantic restaurant in Washington DC is Filomena Ristorante
Restaurants in Washington DC with a great view include Gordon Ramsay Hell's Kitchen - Washington DC, Limani - DC and Ada's on the River
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