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
Takumi Sushi & Bar
10300 Little Patuxent Parkway, Columbia
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Hat Mama | $14.00 |
Deep-fried roll with kani cheese, salmon, white fish, peanut, eel sauce, and spicy mayo. | |
Hurts | $19.00 |
Shrimp tempura, spicy kani seaweed salad, soy paper. | |
Shrimp Tempura with Rice | $23.00 |
served with tempura sauce/ rice |
Boogy & Peel - Dupont Circle
1 Dupont Circle NW, Suite 115B, Washington
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Cheesy Boi | $13.00 |
Red sauce, 50/50 cheese *Vegetarian | |
Lil' Bear Chicken Wings | $14.00 |
6 ea / brined, fried and tossed with Lil' Bear's sweet chili sauce, lime, cilantro, mint, peanuts. | |
@kschifanorealtor | $22.00 |
Dukes, prosciutto, calabrese, pepperoni, iceberg, onions, fontinella, sub sauce, peppers |
CURRY
RASA
1247 First St SE, Washington
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Vibes + Veggies | $11.55 |
baby spinach | basmati rice | charred eggplant | tossed green beans | spiced chickpeas | coconut ginger sauce | carrot slaw | indian street corn | pickled onions | tamarind ginger chutney | lentil chips [vegan] [gf] | |
Aloo Need is Love | $11.75 |
sweet potato tikki | coconut ginger sauce | lemon turmeric rice | charred eggplant | pickled radish | masala beets | cucumber cubes | roasted lentils | tamarind ginger chutney [gf] [vegan] | |
Caul Me Maybe | $10.99 |
tofu + cauliflower | peanut sesame sauce | lemon turmeric rice | sautéed spinach | cucumber cubes | masala beets | coriander chili | pumpkin seeds [gf] [vegan] [contains nuts] |
Mi Casa
1647 20th Street Northwest, Washington
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Baja Fish Taco | $20.75 |
Tempura-Battered Cod, Cabbage Escabeche, Tartar Sauce, Pico de Gallo, Cilantro | |
Supreme Crunch | $19.50 |
Beef Picadillo-Filled Crispy Tacos, Flour Tortilla Wrap, Pico De Gallo, Cheddar, Avocado, Sour Cream | |
Salmon Veracruz | $25.75 |
Capers, Olives, Jalapeños, Pickled Red Onions, Avocado |
Surfside - Tenleytown - 4200 Wisconsin Avenue NW
4200 Wisconsin Avenue Northwest, Washington
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Cayman Islands | $18.95 |
Ground beef, flour tortillas, jack cheese, crema, pico de gallo, red enchilada sauce, scallions | |
Andros | $18.95 |
Grilled steak, slow-roasted tomato, corn, cucumber yogurt, yellow rice | |
Negril | $17.95 |
Blackened mahi mahi, spicy slaw, avocado, chili ranch, corn tortillas |
Le DeSales
1725 Desales St NW,, Washington
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Green Salad | $8.00 |
xeres vinegar, shallots | |
Pasture Raised Chicken | $18.00 |
roasted breast, tarragon,poulette sauce | |
L Kale Salad | $13.00 |
Slice & Pie
2221 14th St NW, Washington
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Cheese Pie (small) | $15.00 |
california tomato sauce, mozzarella, provolone | |
Slice Pepperoni | $4.75 |
california tomato sauce, mozzarella, provolone, 'cup and char' pepperoni | |
Slice Burrata | $5.50 |
california tomato sauce, mozzarella, fresh burrata, basil, parmesan, olive oil |
W&C Dining
680 Maine Avenue Southwest, Washington
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MYO Sandwich | $5.74 |
choose your bread, protein and toppings. Choose up to 6 toppings including protein. | |
Whole Roasted Ribeye OR BBQ Chicken | $0.00 |
choice of protein; cowboy rub, chipotle whiskey butter, buttermilk mashed potatoes, and charred broccoli | |
Grilled Fish Du Jour Entrée | $15.64 |
Salmon, Simply Grilled with Salt & Pepper *Choice of Sides at additional cost* |
Brookland Pint - 716 Monroe St NE
716 Monroe St NE, Washington
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Flatbread Wrap | $15.00 |
Served on a Toasted Greek Pita with Lettuce, Tomato, Cucumber, Red Onion and Tzatziki | |
Brussels Sprouts | $13.00 |
Deep-Fried, Tossed in Salt and Served on a Roasted Garlic Aioli | |
Wings | $12.00 |
Tossed with Buffalo, Honey BBQ or Thai Sweet Chili. Served with Celery and Carrot Sticks, Ranch or Blue Cheese Dressing |
Osteria Al Volo - 1790 Columbia Rd NW
1790 Columbia Rd NW, Washington
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Polpette | $12.00 |
3 grass-fed beef meatballs in pomodoro sauce, served with basil and Parmigiano Reggiano | |
Oricchiete Pollo Vodka | $22.00 |
Roasted chicken in creamy tomato vodka sauce | |
Fettuccine Bolognese | $22.00 |
Slow - braised ragu of beef, red wine and tomato sauce |
Taqueria Habanero
670 Rhode Island Avenue Northeast Stall #4, Washington
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Extra Salsa | $0.50 |
Home-made fresh Salsa. Perfect for tacos, burritos and more! | |
Guacamole & Chips | $7.50 |
Individual serving in a 4 Oz. Container of Fresh Guacamole with Corn Tortilla Chips | |
Rice & Beans | $6.00 |
Individual Size of Yellow Rice & Black Beans |
Ruben's Mexican Restaurant.
1323 Connecticut Avenue Northwest, Washington
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Quesadilla | $12.50 |
Filled with a choice of protein and Mexican cheese. | |
Taco | $3.50 |
Topped with Chopped Onion & Cilantro. Minimum 2 Tacos | |
Burrito | $12.50 |
Filled with a choice of protein, rice, beans, pico de gallo, and Mexican Cheese. |
The DC Chi Pie
5011 Ivory Walters Lane Southeast, Washington
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Chicken Sausage Turkey Pepperoni Deep Dish | $30.00 |
This deep dish pie consists of chicken sausage and turkey pepperoni only as a toppings. | |
Veggie Deep Dish | $25.00 |
This deep dish pie consists of spinach, onions, green peppers, red peppers and mushrooms. | |
Sausage + Pepperoni Deep Dish | $30.00 |
This deep dish pie consists of sausage and pepperoni only as toppings. |
The Sovereign -
1206 WISCONSIN AVENUE NW, Washington
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Coq au Gueuze | $27.00 |
roasted chicken breast, bacon lardon, summer squash, herbed spaetzle | |
Strawberry Gaufre Liegoise | $12.00 |
yeast waffle studded with pearl sugar | |
Clos du Tue-Boeuf, “La Butte” Touraine Rouge | $31.00 |
DUMPLINGS • SALADS • SUSHI • CHICKEN • NOODLES
Banana Leaves
2020 Florida Ave NW, Washington
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Vegetable Spring Rolls (2 PCS) | $6.50 |
Mixed vegetables wrapped in wonton skin, deep fried and served with home made sweet and sour sauce. | |
Chinese Fried Rice | $12.95 |
Stir-fry jasmine rice with egg, carrot, pea, onion and choice of meat or vegetables. | |
Pad Thai | $14.95 |
Stir-fried rice stick noodles with tofu, egg, bean sprout and peanut with choice of meats or vegetables. |
Elle
3221 Mt Pleasant St NW, Washington
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Bucatini Verde | $28.00 |
pickled green garlic, pistachio, whipped ricotta | |
Grilled Broccoli | $18.00 |
whipped feta, spicy honey, bbq pecan | |
Side Pickles | $1.75 |
3 oz, bread and butter pickles |
Baan Siam
425 Eye St NW, Washington
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Golden-Fried Pockets | $11.00 |
Ground chicken, ground shrimp, rice paper, sweet chili sauce. | |
Khao Soi Gai | $19.00 |
Egg noodles, chicken thigh, pickled cabbage, scallions, red onions, Northern Thai curry paste. Spicy | |
Tom Yum Fried Rice with Shrimp | $20.00 |
Shrimp, rice, egg, lemongrass, tomatoes, chili, onion, cilantro, tom yum chili paste (Medium Spicy) |
Taqueria Al Lado - H Street
809 12th Street NE, Washington
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Margarita | $9.00 |
Shaken or frozen (lime, passionfruit, mango, strawberry) | |
Pork - Al Pastor Taco | $4.50 |
All tacos come garnished with cilantro and onion | |
Rice | $2.00 |
Shake Shop Cafe at Equinox- DC Anthem Row
800 K Street Northwest suite 90, Washington
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Cinnamon Toast Crunch | $0.00 |
Banana, Peanut Butter, Cinnamon Toast Crunch Protein, choice of milk | |
Chocolate PB Banana | $12.49 |
Peanut Butter, Banana, Chocolate Protein, choice of milk | |
PB Chocolate Berry | $12.49 |
Peanut Butter, Strawberries, Blueberries, Chocolate Protein, choice of milk |
SOUPS • SANDWICHES • PHO • FRENCH FRIES
Sprig and Sprout
2317 Wisconsin Ave NW, Washington
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Tofu Fries | $5.50 |
Crinkle cut and seasoned fried tofu. Served with Sriracha Aioli. | |
Veg*n Eggrolls | $5.75 |
2 Vegan crispy fried rolls filled with cabbage, woodear mushrooms, carrots, onions, tofu, bean curd sheets and seitan. Served with Sweet Chili Sauce. | |
The Traditional | $13.75 |
Beef Bone broth loaded with Flank and Lean Brisket. Includes basil, beansprouts, jalapenos, and limes. Cold broth is recommended to prevent delivery spills. |
DAIKAYA RAMEN SHOP
705 6th St NW, Washington
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Shoyu | $17.25 |
Ramen will not be hot, will require reheating (directions included) in order to maintain the quality of your order. In keeping with the Sapporo ramen tradition, we use a very dark rich soy sauce and toasted garlic that lends slight caramel tones and deeper depth of flavor. Topped w/ half an egg, beansprouts, onions, ground pork, chashu, scallions, and nori. | |
Shio | $16.75 |
Ramen will not be hot, will require reheating (directions included) in order to maintain the quality of your order. This ramen most shows off the unique nuance of our Chintan stock. It is our most delicate and aromatic ramen. Topped w/ beansprouts, onions, ground pork, chashu, scallions, and nori. | |
Mugi-Miso | $17.50 |
Ramen will not be hot, will require reheating (directions included) in order to maintain the quality of your order. Our barley miso that is used in this ramen has bright, savory aromatics and is lighter than traditional miso ramen. Miso ramen is native to Sapporo, Japan. **SOUP BASE CONTAINS PEANUTS - CANNOT BE OMITTED** |
Rosemary Bistro Cafe
5010 Connecticut Avenue Northwest, Washington
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Rosemary Burger | $24.00 |
Filet Mignon Steak, carmelized oninos, tomato, aged cheddar cheese with white truffle oil, chiplotel cream on a brioche bun and French Fries | |
Full Mussels and Fries | $28.00 |
Steamed mussels with a choice of sauce and French Fries | |
Baguette | $3.00 |
Tatte Bakery - City Ridge
13 Ridge Square NW, Washington
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Turkey BLAT | $13.00 |
Turkey, applewood smoked bacon, baby lettuce, avocado, sriracha mayonnaise, and tomato-onion relish on housemade multigrain. (850 cal, Contains: Wheat, Egg, Soy) | |
Fresh Mozzarella Sandwich | $11.00 |
Fresh mozzarella, sliced tomatoes, baby arugula, and basil pine nut pesto on housemade ciabatta. (940 cal, Contains: Wheat, Milk, Tree Nut - Pine) | |
Iced Latte | $0.00 |
(130 / 190 cal, Contains: Milk) |
Habesha Market & Carry-out
1919 9th St NW, Washington
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50/50 | $16.95 |
A combination of any 2 items except banatu, goden tibs | |
REGULAR VEGGIE COMBO (4 ITEMS) | $11.50 |
Four items. Spicy lentils yellow peas, collard greens, and salad. This meal served with 2 regular injera. | |
DELUXE VEGGIE COMBO (10 ITEMS) | $18.95 |
Ten items. Spicy lentils, yellow peas, collard greens, cabbage, shiro, salad, mild lentils, spicy potato, tomato salad, and yemetad shiro. This meal served with 3 regular injera, |
FRENCH FRIES
HENRYS SOUL CAFE - WASHINGTON DC
1704 U St NW, Washington DC
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FRIED CATFISH | $14.99 |
Fried WINGS 4PC | $13.99 |
Macaroni & Cheese | $0.00 |
Baker's Daughter at The Eaton
1201 K St NW, washington
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Chef's Breakfast Sandwich | $13.00 |
*One of our most popular items!* Served with Applewood smoked Bacon, Ham, Baby Arugula, Espelette Aioli, Fried Egg on toasted Sourdough Bread. | |
Fruit cup | $6.00 |
Enjoy the season's best fruits. We took out all the hassle as they're already cleaned, cut, peeled, or sliced! | |
Braised Short Rib Grilled Cheese | $14.00 |
Tender Braised Beef Short Rib with White Cheddar, Shredded Mozzarella Cheese, and Red Onion Marmalade on Sourdough Bread. |
Pho Viet USA (U STREET) - 1506 U STREET NW
1506 U STREET NW, Washington
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B23. Vietnamese Ham Banh Mi | $12.50 |
9-inch sub served with Vietnamese Pork Ham, butter, cucumbers, Vietnamese pickles, green peppers, soy sauce and a small bowl of soup (veggie of chicken) | |
N6. Rare Steak & Brisket Pho | $14.50 |
Rice pho noodles with eye-round steak & brisket 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. | |
A4. Spring rolls with Tofu (3 rolls) | $6.00 |
Fried rolls, shallots, wood ear mushrooms, carrots, fried tofu, served with sweet and sour garlic fish sauce |
FRENCH FRIES
JACKIE is a restaurant home to the James Beard nominated chef Jerome Grant.
79 Potomac Ave SE, Washington
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Butternut Squash Soup | $12.00 |
vegetable broth, clove, cinnamon, labneh | |
Jackie Burger | $19.00 |
8oz custom blend patty, special sauce, pickles, crispy fries | |
Lobster & crab flan | $18.00 |
Maine lobster soup, brandy, lobster meat, crispy parsnips |
Aladdin House of Kabob & Gyros - 2132 Wisconsin Avenue Northwest
2132 Wisconsin Avenue Northwest, Washington
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Wings & Fries | $10.99 |
Lamb/Beef Gyro in Pita | $10.99 |
8" Steak and Cheese | $9.99 |
WRAPS • PIZZA • SALADS • SANDWICHES • FRENCH FRIES
Muncheez - Georgetown
1071 Wisconsin ave NW, Washington DC
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Muncheez Cheesesteak | $12.45 |
Grilled Beef, mozzarella cheese, sumac onions & garlic mayo | |
Chicken and Cheese | $12.45 |
Grilled chicken, mozarella cheese, lettuce, tomatoes, pickles and garlic mayo | |
Beef Shawarma.. | $11.45 |
Tomatoes, Sumac Onions, Mint, Pickles & Tahini |