Washington restaurants you'll love
Top restaurants in Washington, D.C.
When dining out in DC, you’re sure to find an impressive array of culinary delights. Long gone are the days of an ultra-formal dining scene, although you can certainly find fine dining here if you seek it. With a wide variety of restaurants to choose from, it’s easy to dazzle your taste buds in the country’s capital.
People flock to DC from all corners of the globe. As a result, you’ll find everything here from Peruvian food to Iranian kitchens, French cuisine, Asian fusion, and much more. Because DC sits between America’s Northeast and its South, you can also find some of America’s best signature dishes here. This includes fresh oysters and crab trucked in daily from the Chesapeake Bay, and deep soul foods like catfish, fried chicken, and grits. Let the feast dominate your plate.
For authentic Chinese cuisine, head just east of downtown following H and I streets between 5th street and 8th street in Ward 2. For its famous half-smoke, look for DC's best delis, sports bars, and eateries. A half-smoke is like a hot dog only bigger, spicier, and as the locals would say, better. Grab the mustard and onions, and pass the chili sauce. You’re gonna love it.
Washington's top cuisines
Must-try Washington restaurants
Brightwood Pizza by ANXO
711 Kennedy St NW, Washington
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Build-Your-Own-Pizza | $16.00 |
Select sauce, cheese and toppings! | |
Rampin' Up For Summer | $23.00 |
mozz, parm, ricotta, pickled red onion, cherry tomatoes, topped w/ locally foraged ramp pesto and paprika flakes *contains nuts* | |
Lucy & The Pie With Olives | $20.99 |
Brought to you by Lucy, the Petworth Peanuts Halloween Costume Contest Winner! Parmesan & Shredded Mozzarella, Marinara Sauce, Local Mushrooms, Kalamata and Green Olives, Sliced Red Onion |
TaKorean Union Market
1309 5th Street NE, Washington DC
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Porky Kale Bowl | $12.99 |
Slow roasted pork bowl with white rice, kale slaw, lime crema, gochupow sauce, pickled daikon radish & crunchy shallots. | |
Chicken Avocado Bowl | $13.99 |
Chicken Bowl with Brown Rice, Romaine Slaw, GuaKamole, Salsa Roja, PiKo de Gallo, Cliantro & Sesame Seeds. | |
Build-Your-Own-Bowl | $11.79 |
Choice of protein, slaw, rice and toppings. |
EMMY SQUARED: Navy Yard (DC)
1300 4th Street Southeast, Washington
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MVP | $19.26 |
house made vodka sauce, red sauce, garlic parsley pesto, sesame seed crust | |
Brussels Sprouts Salad | $12.00 |
serves 2-3. pickled red onion, cashew, blue cheese, dried cherries, miso dressing | |
Zia Fries | $15.00 |
1 lb of seasoned waffle fries, seasoned blanco cheddar queso, scallions, bacon, ranch |
Chang Chang DC
1200 19th Street Northwest, Washington
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Golden Mountain Beef | $19.00 |
Crispy beef with a sweet and tangy sauce | |
Yangzhou Fried Rice | $16.00 |
Light and refreshing with shrimp & scallions, can also be made vegetarian (without shrimp) | |
Combination Lomein | $16.00 |
Stir-fried noodles with chicken, shrimp & beef, proteins can be customized |
Petite Cerise - 1027 7th Street Northwest
1027 7th Street Northwest, Washington
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Radicchio Salad | $13.00 |
Confit Potato, Goat Feta, & Sherry Vinaigrette | |
Fruits Frais Brulés | $10.00 |
Yogurt, Pistachio Crumble, Bruléed Fall Fruit, & Mint | |
Radicchio Salad with Roasted Chicken | $19.00 |
Confit Potato, Goat Feta, Roasted Chicken, & Sherry Vinaigrette |
Mi Vida Penn Quarter -
575 7th St NW, Washington
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Guacamole | $14.50 |
Our Hand-Crushed Classic Guacamole Served With House-Made Chips & Pasilla De Oaxaca Salsa | |
Chips y Salsa | $4.00 |
Roasted Tomatillo Salsa served With House-Made Chips | |
Platanos Fritos | $7.00 |
Fried Plantains, Crema, Cotija |
Little Miner Taco - NoMa N.E.
1110 Congress St NE, Washington
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Large Queso 8 oz | $6.00 |
6 oz of queso dip only | |
Street Corn** | $8.00 |
Roasted corn, red onion, cotija cheese, and chipotle aioli, lime | |
Tortilla Chips* | $2.00 |
RAMEN • NOODLES
Haikan
805 V St. NW, Washington
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SHOYU - | $18.00 |
"Microwave required, as the broth and toppings will come cold to improve quality and freshness of food."Complex stock brightened by fresh soy sauce. Topped with half egg, garlic, onion, bean sprouts, ground pork, sliced roast pork, and scallions. **Please be advised that cross contamination with egg is unavoidable with our noodles" | |
HIYASHI CHUKA | $15.00 |
Chilled and broth-less ramen with shoyu dressing, cucumbers, cherry tomatoes, ground chicken, cilantro, szechuan oil. Refreshing and hearty! | |
MISO - | $17.75 |
"Microwave required, as the broth and toppings will come cold to improve quality and freshness of food. Lighter, gentler miso with sesame seeds. Topped with garlic, onion, bean sprouts, ground pork, sliced roast pork, and scallions. **Please be advised that cross contamination with egg in unavoidable with our noodles" |
Tiger Fork - 922 N St (rear) NW
922 N St (rear) NW, Washington
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Snow Pea Shoots | $11.00 |
sweet garlic soy, youtiao, scallions, rice noodle *vegan | |
Combo Fried Rice | $20.00 |
Chinese sausage, prawn, egg, garlic, scallion | |
Tofu Fried Rice | $18.00 |
brined tofu, egg, garlic, scallion |
Alero - Dupont Circle - 1629 CONNECTICUT AVE NW
1629Connecticut, Avenue Northwest, Washington
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Side Mexican Rice | $4.99 |
Queso Ground Beef | $14.99 |
Queso Dip With Chips | $13.99 |
Ted's Bulletin - Capitol Hill
505 8th Street Southeast, Washington
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Ted's Cobb | $18.50 |
Fried chicken, applewood bacon, tomato, egg, pickled onions, avocado, gorgonzola cheese, and choice of dressing. | |
Kid's Grilled Cheese | $6.99 |
served with fries | |
Ted's Burger | $18.00 |
Double sharp cheddar cheese, caramelized onions, bacon, fried egg, chives, served with house fries |
Paul French Bakery & Cafe
1275 K Street NW, Washington
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Mini Chocolate Hazelnut Donut | $1.69 |
Classic French Beignet filled with Palm oil free Hazelnut and Chocolate - Soft and spongy, Rolled in sugar | |
Swiss Cheese Puffs | $0.99 |
Mini choux pastry puffs baked with crunchy swiss cheese. | |
Omelette | $14.99 |
Three egg omelette with one protein and two toppings of your choice served with a side of fresh greens. Additional Ingredients: Ham, Mushroom, Swiss Cheese, Cheddar Cheese, Tomato, Onions, or Fresh Spinach, Prosciutto, Grilled Chicken, Bacon or Smoked Salmon |
RAMEN • NOODLES
Menya Hosaki
845 Upshur St NW, Washington
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Classic Shoyu | $19.00 |
clear chicken chintan & dashi broth chashu [pork], ajitama [egg], menma [bamboo shoot], spinach, scallions, nori [seaweed] | |
Tonkotsu | $18.00 |
rich pork paitan broth chashu[pork], scallions, menma [bamboo shoot], beni shoga [pickled ginger], *ajitama [soft-boiled egg] *Eggs may be served undercooked. Consuming raw or undercooked eggs may increase your risk of foodborne illness | |
Triple Threat | $19.00 |
This one is an homage to my mentor. blend of all 3: tonkotsu, clear chicken chintan & dashi broth chashu [pork belly], ajitama [soft-boiled egg], menma [bamboo shoot], scallions, spinach *Eggs may be served undercooked. Consuming raw or undercooked eggs may increase your risk of foodborne illness |
Immigrant Food
1701 Pennsylvania Ave NW, Washington
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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. | |
Belgian Fries | $10.00 |
Seasoned to perfection, served with homemade aioli |
Roti Mediterranean Bowls, Salads & Pitas
1747 Pennsylvania Ave NW, Washington
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Za'atar Chicken Bowl | $11.95 |
Chicken Roti, Saffron Rice, Persian Cucumbers, Grape Tomatoes, Feta, Mediterranean Yogurt, Extra Virgin Olive Oil, and Roti Spice | |
Regular Pita | $0.50 |
Regular Pita (small) | |
Build Your Own Salad | $11.95 |
Choice of Lettuce, Choice of Mains, Choice of Sides, Choice of Toppings, Choice of Spreads, Choice of Sauces, and Roti Spice |
Roti Mediterranean Bowls, Salads & Pitas
2221 I St NW, Washington
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Harissa Chicken Bowl | $11.95 |
Harissa Chicken, Saffron Rice, Chickpea Salad, Persian Cucumbers, Grape Tomatoes, Pickled Onions, Garlic Sauce, and Roti Spice | |
Skirt Steak & Brussels Bowl | $11.95 |
Sumac Skirt Steak, Saffron Rice, Lemony Brussels Sprouts, Grape Tomatoes, Olives, Garlic Sauce, and Roti Spice | |
Za'atar Chicken Bowl | $11.95 |
Chicken Roti, Saffron Rice, Persian Cucumbers, Grape Tomatoes, Feta, Mediterranean Yogurt, Extra Virgin Olive Oil, and Roti Spice |
SANDWICHES • HAMBURGERS
Walters Sports Bar
1221 Van St. SE, Washington
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The Devine Swine | $17.19 |
Roasted Pork, whipped goat cheese, black fig jam, arugula, potato roll | |
Hot Honey Wings | $13.19 |
ranch or blue cheese | |
Chicken Parm | $18.19 |
panko encrusted chicken breast, marinara, mozzarella cheese, toasted long roll |
Buffalo & Bergen
1309 5th Street, Washington
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Egg & Cheese | $6.25 |
griddle scrambled egg & cheese on a... | |
Build Your Own Bagel | $2.00 |
If it's really good, we might steal it! | |
Egg, Cheese & Meat | $8.00 |
griddle scrambled egg & cheese with meat (or plant based substitute) on a... (bacon, egg & american cheese pictured) |
Bakeshop - Georgetown
3210 Grace St. NW, Washington
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VEGAN Oreo in a Blanket | $4.25 |
We bake an Oreo into our chocolate chip cookie. Heat for a few seconds in the microwave and it's heaven. | |
VEGAN Chocolate Chip Cookie | $3.50 |
Our classic chocolate chip cookie with a twist. Browned butter and chocolate chunks take this to the next level. | |
VEGAN/GF Oatmeal Cream Pie | $4.50 |
Our version of the childhood treat. Oatmeal cookies with butttercream filling. |
CHEESESTEAKS • SALADS • SANDWICHES • FRENCH FRIES
Georges King of falafel and cheese steak
1205 28th St NW, Washington
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Chicken & Cheese | $9.95 |
Grilled chicken with green peppers, jalapeños, mushrooms, onions, cheese, lettuce, tomatoes and mayo | |
Steak & Cheese | $10.95 |
Grilled shaved rib eye steak with green peppers, jalapeños, mushrooms, onions, cheese, lettuce, tomatoes and mayo | |
Falafel Sandwich | $9.95 |
Homemade falafel, pickled turnips, lettuce, tomatoes, parsley and tahini sauce |
SMOKED SALMON • FRENCH FRIES
Unconventional Diner
1207 9th Street NW, Washington
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Baked Brie | $14.00 |
Orange Marmalade | Almonds | Balsamic Pearls | Toast • Vegetarian • Contains Nuts | |
Peking Duck Confit | $30.00 |
Leg | Bao Buns | Homemade Hoisin | "Accoutrement" • Dairy-free | |
Caribbean Shrimp & Grits | $25.00 |
Parmesan Grits | Pineapple-Habanero Sauce | Chicken Sausage | Plantain • Gluten-Free • Contains Shellfish |
PASTA
Sfoglina - Van Ness
4445 Connecticut Ave NW, washington
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Spicy Roasted Brussels Sprouts | $12.00 |
Tomato Sugo Finto, Ricotta Salata, Fresno Chile Contains: Dairy, Allium, Nightshade | |
Burrata Caprese | $18.00 |
Burrata della Campania, Heirloom Tomato, Genovese Pesto, Grilled Thin Piadina Bread Contains: Dairy, Allium, Gluten, Nightshade, Nuts | |
Radiatore Cacio e Pepe | $24.00 |
Sheep’s Milk Pecorino, Crushed Peppercorns, Roman Style Contains: Dairy, Gluten, Black Pepper * Gluten-free option not available |
Mike & Lois's Late Night Grill - 1800 Belmont Rd Nw
1802 Belmont Road Northwest, Washington
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Deer Park Water | $2.00 |
Deer Park Water - 120z | |
Cheeseburger | $7.25 |
Classic Texas-size Butter Burger served with Tomato, Lettuce and Pickle served on a Toasted Potato Bun | |
Spicy Chicken Burrito | $8.00 |
Sautéed Garlic Marinated Chicken Breast, Buttered marinated Onions, and American Cheese wrapped and fried with Siracha Ranch |
Queen’s English - 3410 11th st nw
3410 11th st nw, Washington
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Haam Ha Zucchini | $21.00 |
(PEANUT ALLERGY!) shrimp paste, avocado puree, lemongrass salsa macha, peanut (pescatarian) (gluten free) (PEANUT ALLERGY!) | |
Hamachi Crudo | $25.00 |
(3oz appetizer portion) pineapple pao cai, walnut, yuzu (pescatarian) (gluten free) | |
Olivier Mavit ‘Maurice’ Carignan + Mourvèdre + Grenache 2022 | $45.00 |
From winemaker Olivier Mavit in Languedoc, France, comes a delightful sparkling rosé. This zesty creation offers flavors reminiscent of fresh raspberries, cherry pie, and lime. |
Duke's Grocery - Navy Yard - 1201 Half Street SE, Suite 115
1201 Half Street SE, Suite 115, Washington
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Fired Up Chicken | $16.00 |
hand battered chicken/ habanero/ pickles/ cabbage slaw/ buttermilk dressing/ brioche | |
Wagyu Burger | $19.00 |
two wagyu beef patties/ duke’s bacon jam/ cheddar cheese/ romaine/ garlic aioli/ brioche | |
Taken With Liberty | $16.00 |
chopped ribeye/ swiss/ garlic aioli/ tomato/ red onion/ banana peppers/ arugula/ baguette |
Bantam King
501 G Street NW, Washington
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Rice w/ Chicken Drippings | $4.00 |
Hot white rice with chicken drippings, butter, and soy sauce. | |
Spicy Miso | $17.50 |
Ramen will not be hot, will require reheating (directions included) in order to maintain the quality of your order. Shiro miso together with chilies and peanuts provide balance, depth and complexity. Topped with pulled chicken, greens, onion, chili threads, sweet corn, and naruto. Finished with aromatized wine spray that can be omitted. CONTAINS PEANUT PRODUCTS IN SOUP BASE AND CANNOT BE REMOVED. | |
Shoyu Paitan | $16.50 |
Ramen will not be hot, will require reheating (directions included) in order to maintain the quality of your order. An aromatic soy sauce based ramen with savory caramel tones. Topped with pulled chicken, greens, onion, chili threads, sweet corn, and naruto. |
Cracked Eggery (Cleveland Park)
3420 Connecticut Ave NW, Washington
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The Mayor | $11.00 |
Cracked Bacon, scrambled egg, American & cheddar cheese, Cracked sauce. | |
Loaded tots | $11.00 |
Cracked tots with Cracked bacon, cheddar cheese, fried egg, chives and Cracked Sauce. | |
Rancheros Cucamonga | $13.00 |
Black Beans, Tots, Fried Eggs, Avocado, Queso Fresco, Pico De Gallo, Ranchero Sauce, Lime Crema |
Los Cuates - Georgetown
1564 Wisconsin Avenue Northwest, Washington
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GUACAMOLE MOLCAJETE | $15.95 |
Our signature chunky fresh guacamole made of avocados, tomatoes, onions, jalapeños and cilantro. Served in a molcajete stone. | |
QUESO CON CHILE | $10.95 |
Spicy white cheese dip. Served with corn chips on the side. | |
SHREDDED CHICKEN ENCHIADAS | $16.95 |
Two rolled corn tortillas with your choice, covered with melted cheese. Served with Mexican rice, refried beans, pico de gallo and sour cream on the side. |
The Royal
501 Florida Ave NW, Washington
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Fried Chicken Sandwich | $18.00 |
breaded chicken thigh, pickled fresno chilies, grilled cabbage, jalapeño aioli, **contains spice** | |
Cold Brew w/ Salted Vanilla Cream | $6.00 |
Counter Culture Coffee, La Golondrina- Colombian single origin Cold Brew, salted vanilla cream float | |
Citrus Kale Salad | $15.00 |
red kale, grilled cabbage, avocado, mango, quinoa, citrus peanut vinaigrette |