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Top American restaurants in Washington, DC
Visit the DC metro area for American fare that everyone will love. From gastropubs downtown to the hidden gems of the northwest side near Howard University. There are delicious classic American dishes to be enjoyed around every turn. Simply search “American cuisine near me” and you’re on your way to a savory selection of restaurants.
Choose from steak and mashed potatoes, juicy cheeseburgers, and southern home cooking that will satisfy every craving. Get your appetite ready for crispy fried chicken, chili, and fresh seafood. American and New American cuisine encompasses many popular dishes. Chances are you’ll find your favorites for dine-in, takeout, and delivery in DC.
If you’re feeling like a good meal and a solid brew, check out the local breweries off New York Ave for food and fun. If you’re looking for cocktails, visit the northwest side of Washington just off H Street for bars and lounges. Whiskey lounges, cocktail bars, and even a distillery or two are available for tastings and catching up with friends. This city is full of rich history, activities, and some of the tastiest food in the country. Whether you’re a local or tourist there is much to enjoy about Washington DC.
Must-try American restaurants in Washington
STEAKS
The Grill
99 Market Square SW, Washington
| Popular items | |
|---|---|
| Pineapple Cake | $12.50 |
caramel / whipped crème fraîche / bordeaux cherry | |
| BBQ Pork Ribs | $29.75 |
Grilled Kale & Risotto Stuffed Baby Chicken | |
| Caramelized Onion Dip | $12.50 |
house-made potato chips |
Busboys and Poets - Anacostia
2004 Martin Luther King Jr. Ave. SE, Washington
| Popular items | |
|---|---|
| Shrimp & Chicken Chorizo Pasta | $25.00 |
Ground chicken chorizo sausage, shrimp, penne pasta, mushrooms, shallots, garlic, cajun cream sauce, parmesan cheese, garlic bread. Can be made without mushrooms or shallots. Chorizo is chicken sausage, not diced chicken and is not halal. Allergies: Seafood, Shellfish, Gluten, Dairy (cream sauce, parmesan cheese), Onions (shallots), Garlic, Mushroom. | |
| Blackened Salmon | $25.00 |
8 ounce grilled salmon fillet cooked medium well, lemon butter sauce, wild rice, asparagus, corn salsa, cajun seasoning (Gluten-Free Friendly). Allergies: Dairy (butter sauce), Cooking Wine, Shallots, Garlic. Our Atlantic salmon is farm-raised in Fairy Island Scotland. One of our most popular dishes. Can be made without the sauce to be dairy-free. | |
| Bacon & Cheddar Burger* | $9.00 |
Brisket ground beef patty, bacon, cheddar, lettuce, tomato, onion, brioche bun served with your choice of side. Possible Allergies: Dairy, Onion, Gluten. |
PIZZA • GRILL • HAMBURGERS • FRENCH FRIES
Hawk 'n' Dove
329 Pennsylvania Ave SE, Washington
| Popular items | |
|---|---|
| All American Burger | $16.00 |
American cheese, lettuce, tomato, onion | |
| The South Lawn | $16.00 |
Basil pesto, mozzarella, tomatoes, mushrooms, red onion, baby spinach, roasted peppers, crispy capers, fresh basil | |
| Grassroots Burger | $18.00 |
Beyond burger patty, pepper jack cheese, lettuce, tomato, onion straws, pickled onion, siracha aioli |
SANDWICHES • ICE CREAM • HOT DOGS • FROZEN YOGURT • CHILI • HAMBURGERS • FRENCH FRIES
Ben's Chili Bowl - H Street NE
1001 H St NE, Washington
| Popular items | |
|---|---|
| Veggie/Vegan Chili Fries | $7.69 |
A generous portion of golden fries, topped with our homemade vegan veggie chili. | |
| Jumbo Turkey Dog | $8.49 |
Our Jumbo Turkey Dog is a healthy alternative to beef but still packs 1/4 pound of meaty goodness. We recommend with mustard, onions and your choice of beef or veggie chili | |
| Spicy Half Smoke | $8.49 |
The spicy version of our Original Half Smoke. Enjoy on a warm steamed bun with your choice of condiments. We suggest mustard, onions and our homemade spicy chili sauce |
MGM Roast Beef
905 Brentwood Rd NE, Washington
| Popular items | |
|---|---|
| Turkey Wings | $0.00 |
Homemade Jumbo Turkey Wings, individual or by the dozen | |
| Steak and Cheese | $17.99 |
Top Round sliced thin and grilled with onions and melted provolone. Served on a sub roll with lettuce, tomato and mayo | |
| Top Round Sandwich | $16.99 |
Hand Carved Top Round served on your choice of roll, with your choice of toppings. |
Busboys and Poets - 450 K
450 K Street NW, Washington
| Popular items | |
|---|---|
| Chicken Panini | $16.00 |
Grilled chicken, pepper jack cheese, caramelized onion, spinach, tomato, chipotle mayo, ciabatta bread. Possible Allergies: Dairy (cheese), Tomato, Onion. Chicken is cage-free, veg-fed and halal. | |
| Blackened Salmon | $25.00 |
8 ounce grilled salmon fillet cooked medium well, lemon butter sauce, wild rice, asparagus, corn salsa, cajun seasoning (Gluten-Free Friendly). Allergies: Dairy (butter sauce), Cooking Wine, Shallots, Garlic. Our Atlantic salmon is farm-raised in Fairy Island Scotland. One of our most popular dishes. Can be made without the sauce to be dairy-free. | |
| Busboys Burger* | $7.00 |
Brisket ground beef patty, lettuce, tomato, onion, brioche bun served with your choice of side. Possible Allergies: Onion, Tomato, Gluten. |
Central Michel Richard
1001 Pennsylvanian Avenue, NW, Washington
| Popular items | |
|---|---|
| Fried Chicken | $31.00 |
| Chicken Schnitzel | $28.00 |
| Mashed Potatoes | $11.00 |
Busboys and Poets - Takoma
235 Carroll Street, NW, Washington
| Popular items | |
|---|---|
| Busboys Burger* | $14.00 |
Brisket ground beef patty, lettuce, tomato, onion, brioche bun served with your choice of side. Possible Allergies: Onion, Tomato, Gluten. | |
| Chicken Panini | $16.00 |
Grilled chicken, pepper jack cheese, caramelized onion, spinach, tomato, chipotle mayo, ciabatta bread. Possible Allergies: Dairy (cheese), Tomato, Onion. Chicken is cage-free, veg-fed and halal. | |
| Busboys Burger* | $7.00 |
Brisket ground beef patty, lettuce, tomato, onion, brioche bun served with your choice of side. Possible Allergies: Onion, Tomato, Gluten. |
FRENCH FRIES
Chef Geoff's
3201 New Mexico Ae NW, Washington
| Popular items | |
|---|---|
| Blackened Fish Tacos | $21.00 |
Corn Tortilla | |
| Cadillac Caesar Salad | $15.00 |
| Kid's Smash Burger | $9.00 |
SANDWICHES
Nina May
1337 11th St NW, Washington
| Popular items | |
|---|---|
| Heirloom Carrot Cavatelli | $23.00 |
brown butter, caramelized onions, toasted walnuts | |
| Leek and Cheese Croquettes | $15.00 |
creme fraiche ranch, teleggio, lemon | |
| PA White Kidney Bean Falafel | $14.00 |
pickled ramps, garlic toum, herb salad |
BBQ
The Commodore DC
1636 17th St NW, Washington
| Popular items | |
|---|---|
| Tavern Grilled Cheese | $14.00 |
Smoked Gouda, Cheddar, White American Cheeses, Kewpie Mayo, Guinness Mustard, Garlic Oil. On Sourdough | |
| Squirrel Kicker | $20.00 |
2 Smash Patties, Smoked Gouda, Onion Jam, Bourbon Mayo, Arugula, Brioche Bun | |
| Crispy Honey Brussels Sprouts | $13.00 |
Pickled Fresnos, Calabrian Chili Honey, Parmesan, Creme Fraiche, Chives |
Tosca DC - 1112 F St. NW
1112 F St. NW, Washington
| Popular items | |
|---|---|
| Barbietole | $22.00 |
Roasted Baby Beets, Apple, Whipped Ricotta, Ricotta Salata, Watercress, Balsamic, Crumbled Pistachio | |
| Garganelli/Mushroom | $32.00 |
Hand Rolled "Quill" Pasta, Winter Mushrooms, Truffle Pesto, Farm Butter, Red Cow Parmigiano | |
| Barbietole-L | $20.00 |
Roasted Baby Beets, Apple, Whipped Ricotta, Ricotta Salata, Watercress, Balsamic, Crumbled Pistachio |
Immigrant Food @ Planet Word - 925 13th St. NW
925 13th St. NW, Washington
| Popular items | |
|---|---|
| Mezze Platter | $15.00 |
Three dips of muhammara, labne, black bean hummus, served with raw vegetables, olives, and warm za’atar na’an | |
| Greek Wings | $16.00 |
Lemon, mediterranean herbs, served with a feta dip | |
| Tamarind Ribs | $17.00 |
Toasted sesame, green onion, chili |
FRENCH FRIES
Right Proper Brewing Company - Shaw Brewpub & Kitchen
624 T Street NW, Washington
| Popular items | |
|---|---|
| Hot Wings | $11.00 |
with house-made blue cheese dressing | |
| Fries | $7.00 |
with horseradish sauce | |
| Impossible Burger | $17.00 |
vegan burger with spinach, red oinions, tomato, onion jam, vegan gouda, potato roll |
Oohh's & Aahh's - Georgia Ave
5933 Georgia Ave NW, washington
| Popular items | |
|---|---|
| Chicken Wings (8pc) | $18.45 |
Our famous golden brown wings (lightly breaded) | |
| Turkey Wings (2pcs) | $17.45 |
Tender, home-style wings baked to perfection | |
| Chicken Wings (10pc) | $20.95 |
Our famous golden brown wings (lightly breaded) |
DIM SUM
Bar Chinois DC
455 Eye St, Washington
| Popular items | |
|---|---|
| Lu Rao Fan | $18.00 |
slow braised 5-spice pork belly bits on white rice, soy egg, scallions, ginger, arugula and pickled onion salad, vinaigrette, toasted sesame | |
| Har Gow | $11.00 |
4 crystal prawn dumplings. toasted sesame, bamboo shoots, soy sauce | |
| Pork XLB | $12.00 |
Pork, sesame oil, onions, ginger, soy |
Gatsby
1205 Half Street Southeast, Washington
| Popular items | |
|---|---|
| CATHARINE'S PASTRAMI KNISH | $5.99 |
Potato & Pastrami-Filled Baked Pastry | |
| HERBERT'S FAVE | $12.99 |
Pastrami, Cole Slaw, Mustard, Marble Rye | |
| RUTHIE'S RUEBEN | $12.99 |
Corned Beef, Swiss Cheese, Sauerkraut, Russian Dressing, Grilled Marble Rye |
SANDWICHES • GRILL • HAMBURGERS • FRENCH FRIES
Boundary Stone Public House
116 Rhode Island Ave NW, Washington DC
| Popular items | |
|---|---|
| Philly Roast Pork Sandwich | $16.00 |
Sliced Slow roasted pork shoulder, marinated in thyme, rosemary, fennel, garlic, and honey. Sautéd broccoli rabe. Provolone cheese. All served on a sesame seed French roll. | |
| French Fries | $7.00 |
twice fried and served with house made ketchup | |
| Crispy Brussels Sprouts | $10.00 |
sprouts, romesco sauce, Grana Padano, squeeze lemon |
SMOKED SALMON • FRENCH FRIES
Cafe Fili Mediterranean
701 Second Street NE, Washington
| Popular items | |
|---|---|
| Lamb Shawarma Bowl | $17.00 |
Freekeh Grain, Roasted Cauliflower, Pickled Turnip, Chopped Salad, Classic Hummus, Tahini Sauce | |
| Gyro | $14.00 |
Beef and lamb, tzatziki, feta cheese, lettuce, onion, tomato and a side salad | |
| Lamb Kafta | $19.00 |
Dukkah, Pistachio, Mint Cucumber Tzatziki. Served with Fragrant Vermicelli Rice, Classic Hummus, Fatoosh Salad and Soft Pita |
Chef Geoff's West End
2201 M St NW, Washington
| Popular items | |
|---|---|
| Side Creamy Grits | $9.00 |
smoked mozzarella, cajun butter | |
| Gumbo | $12.00 |
shrimp, crab, andouille sausage, smoked chicken, steamed rice, filé | |
| Turkey Sandwich | $19.00 |
spinach, pesto aioli, aged provolone, roasted tomato, toasted country bread |
SMOKED SALMON • FRENCH FRIES
The Pub & The People
1648 North Capitol St. NW, Washington
| Popular items | |
|---|---|
| Veggie Quesadilla | $13.00 |
Mushroom, Piquillo Peppers, Broccolini, Pepper Jack Cheese. Served with Guacamole and Lime. (V) | |
| Mediterranean Salad | $13.00 |
Arugula, Israeli Couscous, Cherry Tomato, Red Onion, Cucumber, Corn, Dried Cranberries, Queen Olives, Feta with Lemon Dijon Dressing | |
| Beyond Brat Diablo Style | $14.00 |
New England-Style Soft Bun. Diablo: Cheddar, Fresh Red Onion, Pickles, Chipotle Aioli, Shredded Lettuce. (V) Served with Fries. |
Immigrant Food
1701 Pennsylvania Ave NW, Washington
| Popular items | |
|---|---|
| Belgian Fries | $10.00 |
Seasoned to perfection, served with homemade aioli | |
| Greek Wings | $16.00 |
Lemon, mediterranean herbs, served with a feta dip | |
| Mezze Platter | $17.00 |
Three dips of Muhammara, Labneh, Black bean Hummus, served with raw vegetables, olives, and warm zaatar naan. |
CHEESESTEAKS • SANDWICHES • TAPAS • HAMBURGERS • FRENCH FRIES • STEAKS • SEAFOOD • GRILL
Bar Charley - 1825 18th St NW
1825 18th St NW, Washington
| Popular items | |
|---|---|
| Catalan Fries | $11.00 |
romesco, chimichurri, manchego & an egg | |
| Charley Burger | $18.00 |
8oz Creekstone Beef Patty, Aged White Cheddar, Caramelized Onions, Bibb lettuce, Pickle Chips, Truffle Aioli | |
| Tenderlion | $39.00 |
6oz beef tenderloin, sauce au poivre |
SMOKED SALMON • FRENCH FRIES
District Kitchen - Woodley Park, DC
2606 Connecticut Ave NW, Washington
| Popular items | |
|---|---|
| Nicoise Salad | $13.00 |
boiled egg, green beans, tomatoes, red onion, olives, potatoes, mixed greens, Fire roasted red pepper & oregano Vinaigrette | |
| Brussels Sprouts | $10.00 |
Roasted Brussels sprouts and butternut squash. glazed with maple syrup, garlic, almonds, and parmesan cheese | |
| Classic Burger | $17.00 |
8oz Burger Patty. Creekstone Dry aged burger, seasoned french fries, comes with lettuce, tomatoes, pickles and comeback sauce. Served on brioche bun. And ketchup on the side. |
SMOKED SALMON • SANDWICHES • FRENCH FRIES
All Day by Kramers - Dupont Circle
1517 Connecticut Avenue NW, Washington
| Popular items | |
|---|---|
| All Day Burger | $18.00 |
2 smashed 4oz beef patties, american cheese, bibb lettuce, pickles, special sauce | |
| Cubano | $17.00 |
house smoked pork, shaved ham, gouda, pickled jalapeños | |
| Cali Dagwood | $15.00 |
goat cheese, avocado, bibb lettuce, cucumber, cherry pepper relish, lemon buttermilk dressing (v) |
GRILL • FRENCH FRIES
Moreland's Tavern
5501 14th St NW, Washington
| Popular items | |
|---|---|
| Buffalo Cauliflower (v) | $11.00 |
buffalo sauce, chives | |
| Duck Confit Crostini | $10.00 |
marinara, gruyére | |
| Double Smash Burger | $18.00 |
bacon, cheddar, lettuce, tomato, burger sauce, brioche |
PIZZA • SMOKED SALMON • SALADS • HAMBURGERS • FRENCH FRIES
Station 4
1101 4th Street Southwest, Washington
| Popular items | |
|---|---|
| Salmon BLT Sandwich | $20.00 |
Grilled Salmon, Smoked bacon, Tomatoes, Lettuce, Gaper Aioli , Warm brioche Bun | |
| Spicy shrimp pasta | $18.00 |
Orecchiette, Sauteed Shrimp, Fresh Tomato, Basil, Garlic, Spicy Tomato Sauce |
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