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
Dolcezza Gelato & Coffee - City Center
904 Palmer Alley NW, Washington
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Iced Latte | $4.70 |
Most literary scholars incorrectly believe Wilfred Owen’s poem “Strange Meeting” reflects his experiences in the trenches of World War 1 but he later clarified in his memoirs that the poem was inspired by his early years in the Manchester Regiment constantly waiting in queue for an iced latte during tea time. | |
Iced Vanilla Latte | $5.50 |
“At that time, I often thought that if I had had to live in the trunk of a dead tree, with nothing to do but look up at the sky flowing overhead, little by little, I would have gotten used to it.” — The Stranger, Albert Camus | |
Cold Brew Iced Coffee | $4.30 |
Knightsbridge Restaurant Group - 415 7th Street Northwest
415 7th Street Northwest, Washington
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Paneer Bowl | $12.95 |
Signature Bowls inspired by Indian classics! | |
Paneer Roll | $11.45 |
Indian-style wrap with tomatoes, cucumbers, and red onions (no egg!) | |
Lamb Bowl | $13.70 |
Signature Bowls inspired by Indian classics! |
FISH AND CHIPS • SEAFOOD
The Queen Vic - 1206 H Street NE
1206 H Street NE, Washington
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Mash & Gravy | $7.50 |
Vegetarian | |
Spicy Brussels Sprouts | $13.00 |
Vegan. Fried with Thai peanut sauce | |
Hand Cut Chips | $9.50 |
Vegetarian. Served with house aioli |
Sababa
3311 Connecticut Avenue Northwest, Washington
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Charred Eggplant | $14.00 |
Herbed Labne, Pomegranate, Pistachios | |
Sababa Haloumi | $14.00 |
Dates, Honey, Charred Lemon | |
Fried Cauliflower | $14.00 |
Tahina, Golden Raisins, Dill, Lemon |
As You Are.
500 8th Street SE, Washington
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Donate Meal | $10.00 |
As You Are always helps a friend in need. Your donated meal helps us to continue supporting our neighbors and community with a warm meal! THANK YOU! | |
Tuna Melt w/fries | $15.00 |
Tuna with thyme and olive oil, melted provolone cheese, romaine lettuce, tomato. Served on sourdough toast. | |
Chicken Tenders | $14.00 |
Pho Deli - 2628 11th St NW
2628 11th St NW, Washington
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N7. Chicken Pho | $12.00 |
Rice pho noodles with shredded white chicken meat in chicken broth. Topped with green onions, white onions, and black pepper. Garnished with bean sprouts, basil, lime, jalapeños, hoisin & sriracha sauce on the side. | |
N10. Veggie Pho | $13.00 |
Rice pho noodles with fried tofu, broccoli, carrots, daikon, mushroom, and baby corn in veggie broth. Topped with green onions, white onions, and black pepper. Garnished with bean sprouts, basil, lime, jalapeños, hoisin & sriracha sauce on the side. | |
N5. Special Combo Pho | $14.00 |
Rice pho noodles with eye-round steak, brisket, and beef balls in beef broth. Topped with green onions, white onions, and black pepper. Garnished with bean sprouts, basil, lime, jalapeños, hoisin & sriracha sauce on the side. |
FRENCH FRIES
Chef Geoff's
3201 New Mexico Ae NW, Washington
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Blackened Fish Tacos | $21.00 |
Corn Tortilla | |
Cadillac Caesar Salad | $15.00 |
Kid's Smash Burger | $9.00 |
Pitango Gelato & Cafe - Adams Morgan
1841 Columbia Road Northwest, Washington
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RUSTICO | $16.00 |
Prosciutto di Parma, mozzarella, pomodoro secchi, basil. | |
MILANO | $17.00 |
Prosciutto Cotto, mozzarella, tomato, basil, salt and pepper, olive oil. | |
RED | $16.00 |
Prosciutto di Parma, mozzarella, avocado on tomato focaccia. |
Highlands 1,LLC - 4706 14th Street NW
4706 14th Street NW, Washington
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Cajun Mardi Gras Pasta | $20.00 |
Grilled Chicken, Andouille Sausage, Gulf Shrimp, Penne, Spinach and Peppers in a Spicy Smoked Tomato Cream Sauce | |
Chicken and Waffle | $16.00 |
Belgian Waffle with Tender Fried Chicken Breast and Scrambled Cheesy Eggs | |
Chicken Melt | $12.00 |
Grilled Chicken Breast, Bacon, Provolone Cheese, Honey Mustard, Lettuce, and Tomato on Ciabatta |
Underground Pizza - Washington DC
1314 U St NW,, Washington
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The Cluckaneer (Buffalo Chicken) | $28.00 |
Our buffalo chicken pie features fried lemon peppercorn brined chicken thighs, buffalo sauce, creamy blue cheese dressing, and chives on a mozzarella & brick cheese pizza. Vegetarian option available. | |
Chicken Wings | $0.00 |
1 Order = 1 lb of wings - Seasoned and baked, our wings are then fried and finished off with either sauce or served naked. Available in honey old bay, buffalo, and naked. Also available fried regular or extra crispy. | |
The Quattro Stagioni (Sampler Pie) | $30.00 |
An edible ode to the seasons, this UPC take on an Italian classic lays out 4 styles of our pizza on one pan pie. This pie features The Woodlands, Pesto Pie, Funfetti, and Tiger King. Serves 2-4 people |
Et Voila Restaurant
5120 Macarthur Blvd NW, Washington
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CARBONNADE FLAMANDE | $31.95 |
Flemish Beef Stew Simmered In Dark Beer / Mashed Potatoes | |
ENDIVE SALAD | $14.50 |
Bleu & Chimay Cheese /Shallots/ Roasted Pecan Nuts / Gala Apples CONTAINS NUTS | |
BEET SALAD | $14.50 |
Feta/Grapefruit/Cashew Nuts/ Citrus Dressing *Contain nuts |
Letena Ethiopian Restaurant
3100 14TH ST NW, STE# 121,, Washington
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Chef's Signature Tibs | $21.50 |
cubed tenderloin beef cooked with chef's special zest served with letena salad | |
Kik Wot | $18.50 |
yellow split peas, simmered in flavorful mild sauce | |
Chicken Tibs | $18.50 |
chicken cubes sauteed with onions, ginger & garlic (mild & spicy) |
90 Second Pizza
1077 Wisconsin Avenue NW, Washington
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Margherita | $10.99 |
San Marzano tomato sauce, mozzarella cheese, parmesan, olive oil, and basil. | |
Sausage and Peppers | $10.99 |
San Marzano tomato sauce, mozzarella cheese, Italian sausage, bell peppers, parmesan, olive oil, and basil. | |
Meat Lovers | $10.99 |
San Marzano tomato sauce, mozzarella cheese, ham, pepperoni, Italian sausage, parmesan, olive oil, and basil. |
SANDWICHES
Peaches Kitchen & Catering
6214 3rd St NW, Washington
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Jerk Chicken Dinner | $15.21 |
Ting Soda | $3.03 |
Chicken Vegetable | $10.99 |
Milk & Honey - Wharf
676 Maine Avenue Southwest, Washington
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Cajun Seafood Pasta | $35.00 |
Jumbo shrimp, lobster & crawfish tossed in a Cajun Cream Sauce w/ leeks & tomatoes. | |
Jumbo Smothered Chicken & Biscuits | $25.00 |
Fried chicken served over fluffy biscuits, cheesy eggs, & our signature Cajun Cream Sauce. | |
The Traditional | $24.00 |
Two Eggs, breakfast potatoes, cheesy grits, choice of meat (bacon, turkey bacon, half- smoke, or turkey sausage), choice of bread (pumpernickel, challah, or biscuit). |
PASTA • SEAFOOD • SANDWICHES • GRILL • CHICKEN WINGS • FRENCH FRIES
Ben's Next Door
1211 U ST NW, Washington
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Fried Popcorn Shrimp | $13.45 |
A healthy portion of small tender shrimp coated in a seasoned breading served with cocktail sauce. | |
Fried Catfish Fingers | $18.95 |
Cornmeal battered catfish, fries, tartar sauce. | |
Fried Catfish Fingers - Lunch | $15.95 |
Cornmeal battered catfish, fries, tartar sauce. |
Palette 22
400 Morse Street NE, Washington
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Marinated Cucumbers | $13.00 |
Black garlic soy sauce, tahini, miso, lime, shichimi. Vegetarian | |
Beet Borani Dip | $13.00 |
Goat cheese, pickled golden beets, pomegranate molasses, served with warm naan. Vegetarian | |
Duck Breast | $17.00 |
Malt vinegar, kashmiri chili, apricot, duck fat potatoes. Gluten Free |
Tap99
1250 Half Street SE, Washington
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Coconut Shrimp | $14.00 |
8 butterfly shrimp and a sweet, yet spicy, blackberry jalapeno dipping sauce. | |
Cheese / BYO | $10.00 |
House red sauce with shredded mozzarella cheese. | |
Chicken Potstickers | $16.00 |
Topped with coleslaw and our Sweet Thai Chili sauce, with a side of kimchi. |
Aroma Cafe Express
1889 F Street Northwest, Washington
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Pandebono | $2.49 |
BAKE CHEESE BREAD | |
Empanada de Carne | $2.49 |
CORN FRIED EMPANADA FILLED WITH BEEF | |
Muffin de Enyucado (Yucca) | $4.99 |
BREAD MADE FROM CASSAVA FILLED WITH WHITE CHEESE AND COCONUT |
Cuba Libre Washington DC
801 9TH ST. NW, Washington
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Croquetas | $15.50 |
Basket of traditional ham & cheese and creamy chicken croquetas. Mustard BBQ sauce and dijon-garlic mojo | |
Ropa Vieja | $31.00 |
Braised, shredded and stewed beef brisket, tomatoes, bell peppers, onions, red wine, white rice, maduros | |
Maduros | $8.25 |
Fried ripened sweet plantains |
TACOS
Bandit Taco New Hampshire Ave
1946 New Hampshire Ave Nw, Washington
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Queso and Chips | $6.00 |
5oz Container of queso contains flour not gluten free | |
Adobo Chicken Bowl | $10.00 |
Lettuce, rice, beans, cheese, sour cream, and pico de gallo. | |
Adobo Chicken Burrito | $10.00 |
Lettuce, rice, beans, cheese, sour cream, and pico de gallo |
Makers Union - Wharf
664 Maine Avenue Southwest, Washington
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Frickin' Good Fried Chicken | $18.00 |
crispy fried chicken breast, sliced avocado, buttermilk ranch, shredded lettuce, pickles, warm brioche bun, french fries | |
Prime Rib French Dip | $27.00 |
slow roasted, thinly sliced, swiss cheese, fried onions, horseradish cream, french roll, au jus, french fries | |
Nashville Hot Chicken Tenders | $14.00 |
nashville hot fried tenders (3), mustard slaw, pickles, comeback sauce |
SEAFOOD • NOODLES
East Street Cafe
50 Massachusetts Ave NE, Washington
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Crab Wanton | $7.25 |
Lumpia | $6.25 |
Chicken Mami | $14.25 |
Chaia Tacos - Georgetown
3207 Grace St NW, Washington
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Taco TRIO | $13.45 |
choose three of your favorite tacos | |
Black Beans | $4.95 |
with crema & jalapeño | |
Iced Hibiscus Tea | $4.25 |
house-made with honey and fresh mint |
Norma's Breakfast
3710 Minnesota Avenue Northeast, Washington
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VIOLA'S VEGGIE EGG WHITE OMELET | $11.50 |
Omelet with peppers, onions, tomatoes and cheese with side of home fries or grits and toast | |
SCRAPPLE SANDWICH | $6.00 |
Fried Scrapple, egg & cheese on choice of bread | |
HALL OF FAMER PLATTER | $15.00 |
Pancakes, french toast or waffle, 2 meats, 2 eggs and 1 side |
Busboys and Poets - Brookland
625 Monroe Street, NE, Washington
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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 | $26.00 |
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. |
Eat Brgz - West End
1200 New Hampshire Ave NW, Washington, District of Columbia
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Classic Single | $10.50 |
One lightly seasoned beef patty topped with American cheese, lettuce tomato and raw red onion. | |
Memphis BBQ (New) | $11.00 |
Beef Patty Infused with Caramelized Onions, Sautéed Mushrooms, Cheddar Cheese, and BBQ Seasoning On Top: Crispy Fried Onion Strings, Cheddar, Pickled Cucumber, Pickled Carrots, House BBQ Sauce | |
Crispy Brussels Sprouts | $5.00 |
Fried brussel sprouts served with your choice of seasoning |
Pho House DC - 637 T Street Northwest
637 T Street Northwest, Washington
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A5. Egg Rolls (3 rolls) | $6.25 |
Fried roll with pork and shrimp | |
A2. Summer Rolls Tofu | $5.25 |
Fresh spring roll w/ tofu | |
7. Pho Tai, Bo Vien | $13.99 |
Sliced eye round steak, and meatball |
Cork Wine Bar
1805 14th Street Northwest, Washington
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Alfredo Bertolani Rosé Lambrusco Reggiano Secco | $19.00 |
GRAPES: Lambrusco Marani, Lambrusco Salamino REGION: Emilia-Romagna Lively notes of fresh cherry, raspberry, and a subtle touch of violet characterize this dry Lambrusco. Its light red cherry color enhances its inviting appeal. Sustainable. | |
Medium Cheese & Charcuterie Platter | $75.00 |
A selection of cheese and charcuterie to feed 4-6 people. | |
Red, Red Wine 3-Pack | $85.00 |
Rocklands BBQ DC
2418 Wisconsin Avenue, NW, Washington
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Baby Back Ribs Whole Rack | $38.99 |
Whole Rack of Baby Back Ribs. (11-13 small Bones) One of our most popular and tender rib options. *Customer Favorite | |
Baby Back Ribs Half Rack | $20.49 |
Half Rack of Baby Back Ribs. (5-7 small bones). One of our most popular and tender rib options. *Customer Favorite | |
BBQ Baked Beans | $0.00 |