Women-Owned and -Operated Restaurants to Support in D.C.

Celebrate the diversity of the restaurant industry! These Woman-owned and -operated restaurants are proud to share their identity — explore spots to support near you.

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43 Restaurants

Updated February 08, 2023

Restaurants:	Equinox - DC, i Ricchi, New Heights…
Price Range:	$$$ - $$$
Cuisines:	Contemporary American, Italian, American…
Neighborhoods:	Downtown, Dupont Circle, Woodley Park…

Equinox - DC

$$$$

Contemporary American

Downtown

4.6

3218 reviews

Stopped in for an after-reception bite and left satisfied as always. Highly recommended for plant-based fare in downtown DC.

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i Ricchi

$$$$

Italian

Dupont Circle

4.6

3618 reviews

Top flight service. Delicious food.

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New Heights

$$$$

American

Woodley Park

4.8

1245 reviews

Amazing reboot of a neighborhood classic. Food was amazing. Atmosphere had a great energy without being too loud. Service was friendly. One of my new favorites!

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Dirty Habit | The Glass House

$$$$

Global, International

Penn Quarter

4.1

1660 reviews

Very busy before the hockey game and I’m not sure they were prepared for that plus St Patrick’s day with no specials but our waitress was great and food was lovely! Loved the atmosphere

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The Pembroke

$$$$

Global, International

Dupont Circle

4.6

1386 reviews

The brunch was delicious, the music playlist really set the mood, the decor was bright and vibrant. It was perfect for a girls brunch.

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The food was exquisite. The flavors were unexpected and really interesting. The non-alcoholic drinks were especially thoughtful and delicious. Service was perfect. I was visiting for a conference and as a single diner, I would have preferred not to be sat in the center forward table at the entrance to the main dining room, but that is my one complaint. Go hungry; I was feeling full and content by the third course.

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Cork Wine Bar & Market

$$$$

Contemporary American

Logan Circle

4.4

489 reviews

Fabulous place. Excellent food and exceptional service.

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ala

$$$$

Mediterranean

Dupont Circle

4.6

1100 reviews

Great food artfully presented. Service is attentive and friendly and the prices are reasonable for the quality of the food and downtown location.

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Rosemarino D'Italia - Dupont

$$$$

Italian

Dupont Circle

4.4

148 reviews

Inviting and comfortable space and staff. The bartender helped me land on a great cocktail , the waiter was sweet and helpful. And most importantly, the food was delicious! Very good quality Italian food.

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Lady Bird

$$$$

Lounge

Dupont Circle

4.5

30 reviews

Fantastic Sunday brunch fun and the drag show was awesome

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Maiz64

$$$$

Mexican

Logan Circle

4.6

205 reviews

Incredible food, incredible service, incredible cocktails. Everything was unexpected but yet still authentic to the flavors. Modernized but still a home-cooked feeling somehow. The staff was so accommodating and caring about what they do. We can’t wait to go back!

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Michele’s

$$$$

Contemporary French / American

West Loop

4.2

152 reviews

We had the Icelandic four course dinner it was very good, tasty

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The Great American Bistro

$$$$

Bistro

Shaw

3.9

18 reviews

Don't sleep on this place! The food here is outstanding! Service on point! Very clean! Decor on point! This is the perfect date and chill spot! We will definitely return!! Stop wasting your time going to brunch on U St or anywhere else! This is it!!! Come here and get your brunch on!! The lobster Mac and cheese is everything! Lemon pepper wings Omg! Shrimp and grits! Listen you can’t go wrong here!!!

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San Lorenzo

$$$$

Italian

Shaw

4.8

90 reviews

Fantastic doing experience from hostess to dessert.

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Takara 14

$$$$

Japanese

Logan Circle

4.3

55 reviews

Had the Trust the Chef experience with the drink paring.

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SoBe Restaurant & Lounge

$$$$

Contemporary American

Lanham

4.2

1056 reviews

The dj was great! I had an amazing time dancing. I will come again.

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Barrel & Crow

$$$$

American

Bethesda / Chevy Chase

4.6

1384 reviews

Excellent service , loved the variety of dishes, we will definitely be back ! Duck breast seared perfectly, rockfish and gumbo had there own seasonings to complement the dishes. Desserts were all a hit !

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Don Jorge's Restaurant

$$$$

Mexican

Gaithersburg

4.6

5 reviews

Really good food - I had a dish of pork chunks that had been simmered in a house blend of spices al cubano. It was so very tender. Service was very attentive except at desert time when there were many more diners. The desert, sopapillas, was chewy and sweet, a perfect ending.

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Il Piccolo Morso

$$$$

Italian

Leonardtown

4.8

407 reviews

Babysitting for my son and DIL. Sent them to our favorite restaurant. Scored the last reservation accepted for a Saturday evening. They enjoyed old fashions crafted by Luis. The pork chop special and chicken marsala. They were very impressed by their entrées, the service and the hospitality of the owner, Sylvia. We are lucky to have such a fine restaurant in Leonardtown. Steve T

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Pennyroyal Station

$$$$

American

Mount Rainier

4.8

288 reviews

Came here for a first date and really loved the decor and ambiance of this place. Our server and all staff were very friendly and attentive! I had the deconstructed pot pie and my date had the gumbo. Both dishes were very tasty. I especially loved the smoky flavor of the pot pie and his was not too spicy for gumbo but full of flavor. I’d love to come when it’s warmer to sit outside, and try the new dishes the talented chef has created. :)

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Era Wine Bar

$$$$

Wine Bar

Mount Rainier

4.4

138 reviews

It was amazing! Server was attentive and helpful. The wine, speaks for itself.

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Noli's

$$$$

Italian

Leonardtown

4.6

135 reviews

Outstanding as always!! Never disappoints!

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Evening Star Cafe

$$$$

Contemporary American

Alexandria

4.6

1454 reviews

Delicious! First time at the cafe. Everyone was very friendly. Had the Eggs Benedict, chicken and waffles, and a side of grits! All very tasty. We will be back. Can't wait for warmer weather to enjoy the patio!

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The Liberty Tavern

$$$$

American

Arlington

4.6

3814 reviews

We hadn't been to Liberty Tavern for brunch since 2020 and were delighted with how it has adapted to post-pandemic life. Instead of a buffet, our server brought unlimited small plates, from delicious salads, to eggs, avocado toast, tender sirloin, biscuits, and an assortment of desserts. We will definitely return.

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Delia's

$$$$

Italian

Alexandria

4.6

656 reviews

First time there. Solid menu selections. Great meal though service was hot and cold. Overall definitely going back in future.

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Lyon Hall

$$$$

French

Arlington

4.8

3445 reviews

We sat outside. There were heaters that made the evening chill barely noticeable. Excellent French cuisine.

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RT's Restaurant

$$$$

Creole / Cajun / Southern

Alexandria

4.8

1937 reviews

Always great food and service! And always consistently fantastic.

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Zikrayet Lebanese Restaurant & Lounge

$$$$

Lebanese

Alexandria

3.6

12 reviews

We went with a group of 8. Everyone loved the food—it was fantastic! And the service was great. But we didn’t expect so many hookah smokers. If you have breathing problems, you probably won’t want to eat here. Most of us were not bothered by it, but it was definitely a factor for a few people at our table. The smoke was not heavy, and it’s not unpleasant like cigarettes, mostly a fruity smell. Parking was easy. The food portions were huge, and again, very delicious!!!

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Osteria Marzano

$$$$

Italian

Alexandria

4.6

1729 reviews

As always, excellent service and food. Catch of the Day special was delicious! And their bar service is always outstanding - great drinks!!

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Delhi Dhaba

$$$$

Indian

Arlington

4.5

24 reviews

The variety of dishes as well as the flavor made this dining experience a pleasure!

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Barrel & Bushel

$$$$

Contemporary American

Tysons Corner / McLean

4.4

1042 reviews

The waiter that my friend and I had was great! He was very attentive.

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The West End Wine Bar & Pub

$$$$

American

Purcellville

4.4

717 reviews

All 4 of us were pleased with our food and the staff was extremely attentive to our table. The ambience was comfortable and quiet.

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Clarity

$$$$

French / American

Vienna

4.3

238 reviews

We had two delicious dinners and our server Nate was just great.

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Chasin' Tails - Centreville

$$$$

Seafood

Centreville

4.2

15 reviews

This place has delicious seafood. I like the variety of sauces and heat levels. The dirty rice was really tasty as well.

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Our Mom Eugenia - Great Falls

$$$$

Greek

Great Falls

4.8

876 reviews

The Greek salad (graciously divided on 2 separate plates, Greek lasagna, and lamb chops were all excellent.

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Cafe 44 | Jula's on the Potomac

$$$$

Contemporary American

Alexandria

4.7

1868 reviews

Café 44 is an excellent dining establishment!

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Village Brauhaus

$$$$

Beer Garden

Alexandria

4.0

282 reviews

Everything great--food, service--EXCEPT there was loud rock music playing. It would have been more appropriate to have traditional German music plying.

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Our Mom Eugenia - Mosaic District

$$$$

Greek

Fairfax

4.8

804 reviews

The food was excellent as was the service. I would highly recommend it!

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The Spot on Mill Street

$$$$

Unspecified

Woodbridge

4.2

24 reviews

Amazing food and service Brandi was our server and she was super sweet and very attentive im definitely coming back

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WHINO

$$$$

Wine Bar

Arlington

4.7

14 reviews

Overall, outstanding! Loved the small plates and wide variety. We ordered five different dishes and loved trying them all.

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Ocean Paradise Restaurant & Bar

$$$$

Seafood

Fairfax

4.6

160 reviews

Food was delicious! Everything tasted fresh. What a great meal!

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The Italian Place - Mosaic

$$$$

Italian

West Falls Church

4.0

0 reviews

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The Italian Place - Old Town Alexandria

$$$$

Italian

Alexandria

0 reviews

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