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Boqueria - Dupont

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1984 reviews
Spanish$$$Dupont Circle
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Booked 57 times today

Avenue Café & Lounge - Holiday Inn Central

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94 reviews
American$$Logan Circle
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Booked 1 time today

Del Frisco's Double Eagle Steakhouse - DC

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2299 reviews
Steakhouse$$$$Downtown
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Booked 77 times today

Claudia's

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455 reviews
Seafood$$$Downtown
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Booked 18 times today

Succotash - Penn Quarter DC

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1561 reviews
American$$Penn Quarter
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Booked 77 times today

Lincoln - DC

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2731 reviews
American$$McPherson Square
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Booked 50 times today

Georgia Brown's

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6609 reviews
Regional American (Low Country)$$Downtown
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Booked 46 times today

B Too

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1792 reviews
Belgian$$Logan Circle
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Booked 22 times today

Commissary DC

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1176 reviews
American$$Logan Circle
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Booked 36 times today

Tortino

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1097 reviews
Italian$$Downtown
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Booked 22 times today

Siroc Restaurant

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3040 reviews
Italian$$Downtown
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Booked 36 times today

Logan Tavern

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1203 reviews
American$$Logan Circle
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Booked 30 times today

Greenhouse at the Jefferson Hotel Washington DC

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598 reviews
Contemporary American$$Downtown
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Booked 15 times today

Mazi

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48 reviews
American$$$Downtown
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Booked 18 times today

Via Sophia

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15 reviews
Contemporary Italian$$Downtown
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Booked 35 times today

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Bar Pilar

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8.4 / 10
Contemporary American$$Logan Circle
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Booked 9 times today

Zaytinya

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8.3 / 10
Mediterranean$$$Penn Quarter
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Booked 257 times today

Le Diplomate

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8.3 / 10
French$$$Logan Circle
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Booked 270 times today

The Riggsby

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7.8 / 10
Continental$$$Dupont Circle
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Booked 25 times today

Haikan

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7.7 / 10
Ramen$$Shaw
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Booked 18 times today

China Chilcano

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7.5 / 10
Peruvian$$$Penn Quarter
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Booked 116 times today

Tabard Inn

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1593 reviews
Contemporary American$$$Dupont Circle
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Booked 35 times today

Mari Vanna DC

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808 reviews
Eastern European$$$Dupont Circle
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Booked 13 times today

Kramerbooks & Afterwords Cafe

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456 reviews
American$$Dupont Circle
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Booked 9 times today

Best American Restaurants in District of Columbia

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Best American Restaurants in District of Columbia

1789 Restaurant

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5515 reviews
American$$$$Georgetown
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Booked 48 times today

The Prime Rib

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3010 reviews
American$$$$Downtown
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Booked 12 times today

Corduroy

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2884 reviews
American$$$Shaw
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Booked 17 times today

Unconventional Diner

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1003 reviews
American$$Shaw
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Booked 163 times today

Birch and Barley

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2155 reviews
American$$$Logan Circle
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Booked 25 times today

The Oval Room

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2412 reviews
American$$$Downtown
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Booked 16 times today

Plume at the Jefferson Hotel

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1278 reviews
American$$$$Downtown
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Booked 11 times today

CIRCA at Chinatown

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389 reviews
American$$Penn Quarter
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Booked 27 times today

Lafayette Restaurant

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1083 reviews
American$$$Downtown
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Booked 14 times today

Old Ebbitt Grill

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21952 reviews
American$$Downtown
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Booked 261 times today

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The Park at 14th

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574 reviews
Contemporary American$$$Downtown
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Booked 76 times today

BLT Prime by David Burke

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1647 reviews
Contemporary American$$$$Downtown
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Booked 34 times today

Equinox - DC

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2572 reviews
Contemporary American$$$Downtown
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Booked 36 times today

The Pig

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1692 reviews
Contemporary American$$Logan Circle
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Booked 29 times today

Greenhouse at the Jefferson Hotel Washington DC

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598 reviews
Contemporary American$$Downtown
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Booked 15 times today

Peacock Café

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1389 reviews
Contemporary American$$Georgetown
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Booked 18 times today

Momofuku CCDC

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1795 reviews
Contemporary American$$$Downtown
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Booked 90 times today

The Arsenal at Bluejacket

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832 reviews
Contemporary American$$Navy Yard
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Booked 23 times today

Cedar Restaurant

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2587 reviews
Contemporary American$$Penn Quarter
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Booked 3 times today

New Heights

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1080 reviews
Contemporary American$$$Woodley Park
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Booked 1 time today

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Boqueria - Penn Quarter

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148 reviews
Spanish$$Penn Quarter
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Booked 55 times today

Succotash - Penn Quarter DC

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1561 reviews
American$$Penn Quarter
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Booked 77 times today

Degrees Bistro at The Ritz-Carlton, Georgetown

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346 reviews
Contemporary American$$Georgetown
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Booked 4 times today

Kellari Taverna

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2494 reviews
Greek$$$Downtown
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Booked 37 times today

ANKARA

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591 reviews
Mediterranean$$Dupont Circle
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Booked 18 times today
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Boqueria - Penn Quarter
Boqueria - Penn Quarter
(148)
$$$$
Spanish | Penn Quarter, District of Columbia

The menu was hard for us to understand but we quickly figured out you can’t go wrong. Everything was delicious!! I highly recommend this restaurant. More

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Succotash - Penn Quarter DC
Succotash - Penn Quarter DC
(1561)
$$$$
American | Penn Quarter, District of Columbia

Excellent restaurant! Excellent dining experience! More

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Degrees Bistro at The Ritz-Carlton, Georgetown
Degrees Bistro at The Ritz-Carlton, Georgetown
(346)
$$$$
Contemporary American | Georgetown, District of Columbia

Marvelous service. John is a superb waiter. Food excellent. Salmon the best. Truffle fries a great starter with wine. More

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Kellari Taverna
Kellari Taverna
(2494)
$$$$
Greek | Downtown, District of Columbia

Wonderful lunch at Kellari Taverna and service by Ivanka at the bar was friendly and efficient. She made good food recommendations as well as things to see in the city. I will return on my next trip back to DC More

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ANKARA
ANKARA
(591)
$$$$
Mediterranean | Dupont Circle, District of Columbia

The food was amazing...baked hummus, the lentil soup, the salads and the baked veggies. The only thing I had a problem with was the price of the drinks we ordered. The rest just an unexpected good experience. I’ll try to be back!! More

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Claudia's
Claudia's
(455)
$$$$
Seafood | Downtown, District of Columbia

Once again, Claudia’s did not disappoint us! The food, service, and atmosphere was wonderful. Muhammad, our waiter was AWESOME! I informed him we had a show to attend and he ensured our food came out quick with top notch service. Claudia’s has become our favorite restaurant! More

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The Hamilton
The Hamilton
(7728)
$$$$
American | Downtown, District of Columbia

I liked the comfortable atmosphere of the dining room. I definitely would return to try more dishes and drink selections. The prices are affordable and portions sizes were just right. We've decided to have monthly lunches there. More

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Espita Mezcaleria
Espita Mezcaleria
(387)
$$$$
Mexican | Shaw, District of Columbia

Birthday trip for my 11y/o daughter and our first time to DC. Food was amazing. The fact that she ate and enjoyed a wagyu crudo tostada brings a tear to my eye. Thanks for a memorable meal. More

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Pearl Dive Oyster Palace
Pearl Dive Oyster Palace
(566)
$$$$
Seafood | Logan Circle, District of Columbia

The restaurant has a wide variety of oysters from sweet and creamy to salty and briny. Hot appetizers with oysters are also delicious, especially the wood grilled East Coast oysters. Entrees are solid. The duck & oyster gumbo had the right amount of spice and the smokiness of the duck that made a match in your palate. More

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Poca Madre
Poca Madre
(283)
$$$$
Mexican | Penn Quarter, District of Columbia

Fabulous staff. The team is eager to share their knowledge of the sumptuous food that Poca Madre has created. The drinks are out of this world. This is a true GEM in DC. More

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Benjamin Bar & Lounge at Trump International Hotel
1. Benjamin Bar & Lounge at Trump International Hotel
(51)
$$$$
Afternoon Tea | Downtown, District of Columbia

Loved the high tea and our waitress was great! Loved the Lobby it is beautiful will go again! More

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Elizabeth's Gone Raw
2. Elizabeth's Gone Raw
(448)
$$$$
Vegan | Downtown, District of Columbia

Really interesting tasting menu with many layers of flavors. Excellent dishes both aesthetically and gastronomically delightful with one exception which was the purple potato dessert ....very good cocktails and wine selection. Impeccable service. Second time we have been here. More

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Nocturne
3. Nocturne
(140)
$$$$
Cocktail Bar | Shaw, District of Columbia

This was great however cheese platters given to us didn’t look that great. Cocktails were great. I found bartenders were stone faced not sure why!! I wish they could be chilled out and strike conversations with patrons. It is a small place and would I go again ... may not as I didn’t find anything exclusive. I really liked the bar emanating light into menu slate. I found few things interesting nothing mind blowing.. More

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Bistro Aracosia
4. Bistro Aracosia
(1049)
$$$$
Afghan | Palisades Northwest, District of Columbia

The food was excellent and was rather quickly prepared. The ambiance was wonderful and our waiter didn't mind us lingering over our bottle of wine after dinner, despite a full restaurant. More

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Marcel's by Robert Wiedmaier
5. Marcel's by Robert Wiedmaier
(3187)
$$$$
French | Foggy Bottom, District of Columbia

We went for our wedding anniversary and Marcel’s did not disappoint at all. The food was beyond amazing and unique. The service from everyone, especially our main server Jonathan, was exceptional. One persona even ran to get us more bread at one point. I will say this place is old school, not your new age, hipster, popular places coming into the scene. We are on the younger side and they still treated us like royalty. More

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High Street Cafe
High Street Cafe
American | Georgetown, District of Columbia

High Street, A modern Georgetown brasserie offering an inclusive menu of America's diverse culinary heritage. High Street Cafe proudly embodies the spirit of our favorite city in the world. Welcome to your neighborhood brasserie. Welcome to High Street CafeMore

Matchbox - Penn Quarter
Matchbox - Penn Quarter
American | Penn Quarter, District of Columbia

Bubbling, thin crust pizzas, mini burgers, crisp salads, and craft cocktails...four great reasons to visit matchbox today. We’re the neighborhood gathering place for fun, upscale casual dining, with local, award-winning beers, broad spectrum wines, and handcrafted signature cocktails you won’t find anywhere else.More

Olive Bistro Cafe
Olive Bistro Cafe
Mediterranean | Tenleytown, District of Columbia

We offer a variety of Mediterranean and Turkish dishes, all served within a comfortable, warm setting. The restaurant provides generous portions while maintaining modest pricesMore

Po Boy Jim - 9th Street
Po Boy Jim - 9th Street
Creole / Cajun / Southern | Shaw, District of Columbia

Po Boy Jim is a family-owned restaurant that specializes Po’ Boys that are traditional and/or uniquely crafted. We aim to provide our patrons with high quality food and beverages in a casual, rustic environment, so that food, drinks, and customer service are the highlight of the experience. Our restaurant features a full bar and 3 dining areas: one of which overlooks an outside patio dining space. We welcome you to come experience the best Po Boy’s and low-country cuisine in townMore

Rosemarino D'Italia
Rosemarino D'Italia
Italian | Dupont Circle, District of Columbia

Rosemarino D'Italia features an exciting menu of homemade pasta, salads, and seafood. More

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Landmark

Landmark

  1. National Harbor
  2. Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport
  3. Tilghman Island
  4. Armory Square
  5. Ford's Theater
Shopping area

Shopping area

  1. Arundel Mills Mall
  2. Langley Park Shopping Center
  3. Potomac Mills
  4. Arundel Mills
  5. Tysons Corner Shopping Center
Train Station

Train Station

  1. Washington Union Station DC
  2. Bethesda Metro Station
  3. Capitol Heights Metro Station
  4. Hamilton Station
  5. Cranberry Station
Stadium or Arena

Stadium or Arena

  1. Verizon Center
  2. Nationals Park
  3. RFK Stadium
  4. Tennis Court
  5. Oriole Park At Camden Yards
Institution

Institution

  1. Fort Myer
  2. Tuckahoe
  3. Towson University
  4. American University
  5. Johns Hopkins Hospital
Monument

Monument

  1. White House
  2. Lincoln Memorial
  3. The Pentagon
  4. The FBI Building, Washington D.C.
  5. Jefferson Memorial
Museum

Museum

  1. Newseum
  2. The Manassas Museum
  3. The Lyceum
  4. Walters Art Museum
  5. National Building Museum
Park

Park

  1. Jefferson Manor Park
  2. Madison Square
  3. Market Square
  4. Deer Park
  5. Clock Tower
Hotel / Lodging

Hotel / Lodging

  1. Four Seasons Baltimore
  2. The Ritz Carlton, Pentagon City
  3. Four Seasons Washington DC
  4. Capital Hilton
  5. DoubleTree by Hilton Washington DC
Nearby Cities

Nearby Cities

  1. Washington, DC
  2. Mount Rainier, MD
  3. Chillum, MD
  4. Takoma Park, MD
  5. Bladensburg, MD
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