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Tabard Inn
3048 reviews4.7Contemporary American$$$$Dupont CircleBooked 70 times todayFounding Farmers - Reston
4273 reviews4.1American$$$$RestonBooked 89 times todayFounding Farmers - Tysons
11576 reviews4.2American$$$$Tysons Corner / McLeanBooked 142 times todayFounding Farmers - Montgomery County
11363 reviews4.4American$$$$RockvilleBooked 121 times todayOld Ebbitt Grill
26175 reviews4.8American$$$$DowntownBooked 390 times todayFounding Farmers - DC
31851 reviews4.5American$$$$Foggy BottomBooked 465 times todayFarmers Fishers Bakers
12294 reviews4.4American$$$$GeorgetownBooked 250 times todayShoe's Cup & Cork
748 reviews4.7American$$$$LeesburgBooked 22 times todayBarrel & Bushel
1042 reviews4.4Contemporary American$$$$Tysons Corner / McLeanBooked 12 times todayThe Capital Burger - Reston
25 reviews4.7Burgers$$$$RestonBooked 2 times todayFarmers & Distillers
8940 reviews4.3American$$$$Mount Vernon SquareBooked 180 times todayThe Pembroke
1386 reviews4.6Global, International$$$$Dupont CircleBooked 75 times todaySilver
1879 reviews4.5Contemporary American$$$$Bethesda / Chevy ChaseBooked 60 times todayHärth
893 reviews4.1Contemporary American$$$$Tysons Corner / McLeanBooked 1 time todayDirty Habit | The Glass House
1660 reviews4.1Global, International$$$$Penn QuarterBooked 53 times today
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Shoe's Cup & Cork
748 reviews4.7American$$$$LeesburgBooked 22 times todayFounding Farmers - DC
31851 reviews4.5American$$$$Foggy BottomBooked 465 times todayFarmers Fishers Bakers
12294 reviews4.4American$$$$GeorgetownBooked 250 times todayFarmers & Distillers
8940 reviews4.3American$$$$Mount Vernon SquareBooked 180 times todaySilver
1879 reviews4.5Contemporary American$$$$Bethesda / Chevy ChaseBooked 60 times todayVia Sophia Washington DC
530 reviews4.3Italian$$$$DowntownBooked 28 times todayButter Me Up
35 reviews4.1American$$$$West LoopBooked 19 times todayMatchbox - Silver Spring
333 reviews4.2Pizzeria$$$$Silver SpringBooked 11 times todayRoberts Restaurant at the Omni Shoreham
300 reviews4.3American$$$$Woodley ParkBooked 5 times todayBistro Du Jour
301 reviews4.5French$$$$Southwest WaterfrontBooked 37 times todayArt and Soul
3971 reviews4.6American$$$$Capitol HillBooked 20 times todayThe Dubliner Restaurant & Pub
174 reviews4.6Irish$$$$Capitol HillBooked 9 times todayShowroom
548 reviews4.5Contemporary American$$$$FrederickBooked 20 times todayCapitol Square Bar & Grill
12 reviews3.9American$$$$Capitol HillBooked 4 times today
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Gravitas
131 reviews4.5American$$$$Capitol HillKaliwa
329 reviews3.8Asian$$$$Southwest WaterfrontBooked 46 times todayPearl Dive Oyster Palace
1236 reviews4.9Seafood$$$$Logan CircleBooked 43 times todayZaytinya
17417 reviews4.7Mediterranean$$$$Penn QuarterBooked 124 times todayJaleo DC
9816 reviews4.7Spanish$$$$Penn QuarterBooked 36 times todayOttoman Taverna
1360 reviews4.6Turkish$$$$Mount Vernon SquareBooked 65 times todayOyamel
9007 reviews4.7Mexican$$$$Penn QuarterBooked 30 times todayChina Chilcano
3136 reviews4.7Peruvian$$$$Penn QuarterBooked 33 times todayBidwell
523 reviews4.2American$$$$NoMaBooked 3 times today
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Special menuSpring Wine Fling! 2 Courses + 2 Glasses of Wine
Alta Strada- DCMount Vernon SquareUS$55.00 per personReserve- Special menu
Don't think just eat
Takara 14Logan CircleUS$75.00 per personReserve - Special menu
Spring Wine Fling! 2 Courses + 2 Glasses of Wine
Alta Strada MosaicFairfaxUS$55.00 per personReserve - Special menu
3-Course Prix Fixe Menu
The ConcheLeesburgUS$68.00 per personReserve - Special menu
Le Sel Wine Dinner Series 3/22
Le SelDupont CircleUS$80.00 per personReserve - Special menu
Kona Grill Date Night
Kona Grill - BaltimoreInner HarborUS$39.00 per personReserve - Special menu
Taste of Italy Four Course Prisso-Fisso
ModenaDowntownUS$85.00 per personReserve - Special menu
The Piedmont "Gal" at Iron Gate!
Iron GateDupont CircleUS$150.00 per personReserve - Special menu
Chef's March Tasting Menu
2941 RestaurantFalls ChurchUS$120.00 per personReserve - Special menu
Pour Decision Wednesday
PLANTA, BethesdaBethesda / Chevy ChaseUS$20.00 per personReserve - Special menu
Valentine day special menu
MazaroArlingtonUS$120.00 per personReserve - Special menu
Spring Wine Fling
Yume SushiArlingtonUS$55.00 per personReserve - Special menu
dinner prix fixe (four course)
Water for ChocolateUpper Fells PointUS$59.00 per personReserve - Special menu
Winter Restaurant Week Mar 22nd-26th
Thacher and RyeFrederickUS$50.00 per personReserve - Special menu
Three Course Prix Fixe Lunch
Via Sophia Washington DCDowntownUS$25.00 per personReserve
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LGBTQ-Owned and -Operated Restaurants to Support in Washington D.C.
OpenTable gives restaurants the ability to celebrate their identity on their restaurant profile—making it even easier for you to find LGBTQ-owned and -operated restaurants to support from coast to coast. Book a table at one of these spots to dine out (and proud!) for Pride month and beyond.
A Guide to the Best Date Spots in DC
Conversations begin on Bumble but they get even deeper IRL. When it’s time to move from direct messaging to direct eye contact, find a table for two. And to make it super easy, OpenTable and Bumble are teaming up to help you find the best date spots in your city. Find a restaurant that fits your style, whether you want drinks on a patio or a special four-course meal, OpenTable can help you choose the cuisine, seating area, and even book unique experiences with nearby restaurants. Download the Bumble app to find your match, and check the list below to find your table.
The 19 Greatest Restaurants in Washington, D.C.
Washington, D.C. is a city rich with history and tradition — a trait that plays out in the city’s restaurants, many of which have been open for decades (or in some cases, a century!) and have played host to former presidents, foreign dignitaries, and a wealth of other impactful figures. There are refined options for the most important of situations, as well as relaxed hangouts for daily life. Given its place as a global player, the restaurant scene also reflects D.C.’s diversity and connection to the rest of the world. Here, you can find a Japanese izakaya that now doubles as a convenience store, eat pupusas while catching a baseball game, sample some of the country’s best Ethiopian food, and order off-menu Indian alongside White House staffers. These restaurants make up The Greats, the spots that have shaped and continue to shape how people dine in Washington, D.C.
Unique, Curated Restaurant Experiences in DC's Best Restaurants
After a year at home, Stella Artois and OpenTable bring you the dinner party you’ve been waiting for -- and the restaurant to host it. Welcome to your Dinner Party Out, unique and exclusive gatherings at DC’s best restaurants. Book your special experience, invite guests, and enjoy a family-style curated menu, Stella Artois pairing, and party favors to make the night out with friends so much more than it would be at home.
Discover the Top Women-Led Restaurants in the U.S. and Canada
There’s no better way to celebrate International Women’s Day than by paying a visit to one of these great restaurants — all helmed by women as chefs, managers, or owners. From running kitchens to managing multiple venues, these exceptional women are leaving their mark on the hospitality industry.
Top Hispanic Owned and Operated Restaurants in the U.S.
September 15th to October 15th brings the celebration of National Hispanic Heritage Month in the United States, a time that honors the cultures of people whose ancestors came from Central and South America, Mexico, the Caribbean, and Spain. A big part of the cultural heritage that many Latinx people share in this country is food. To honor National Hispanic Heritage Month, below find Hispanic-owned and -operated across the U.S.
12 of Washington, D.C.’s outstanding spots for celebrating special occasions
As a city that has seen countless graduations, engagements, and birthdays, Boston takes special occasions to another level. On the North End, a neighborhood with a deep-rooted Italian connection, ring in just about anything with decadent lobster agnolotti in a 19th-century row house. For a gathering with friends, head to the Back Bay, where an acclaimed chef serves up bountiful seafood platters, piled high with local oysters. If it’s a more intimate milestone you’re marking, grab a reservation at an elegant omakase spot in Chinatown. Book a table at one of these top 12 restaurants, equipped for any festivity.
Washington, D.C.’s 4 Best New Restaurants to Try
Washington’s dining scene is now better than ever, with both newcomers and beloved stalwarts making long-awaited (re)appearances. Whether you’d like to sip on glasses of frozé atop Navy Yard’s largest rooftop or feast on seafood boils from a laid-back bicoastal outpost, here’s where to dine out in D.C. right now.
9 romantic restaurants in Washington, D.C. for every kind of date
Washington, DC’s quaint neighborhoods, spectacular riverscapes, and burgeoning culinary scene all conjure romance. Whether you’re celebrating a proposal, an anniversary, or a long overdue night together, a charming perch is never hard to find in the nation’s capital. A Dupont Circle townhouse, made for intimate occasions, serves top-notch Mediterranean plates on its wisteria-clad patio. Korean and Southern flavors come together at a handsome Penn Quarter hotspot, sure to up the ante on any anniversary. Read on for a guide to 9 date-worthy restaurants in Washington, DC, ready to host your romantic night out.
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With over 170 nations represented in just 68 square miles, the District serves as a captivating destination for diners looking to sample flavors from across the globe—drinks included. As the city’s culinary scene thrives and expands, choosing where to grab a drink has never been so much fun. From unmarked doors that lead to stylish, subterranean social clubs to rooftop lounges with specialty cocktails and unmatched monument views, here are some of Washington, D.C.’s best bars.
Black-Owned and -Operated Restaurants to Support in D.C.
OpenTable gives restaurants the ability to celebrate their identity on their restaurant profile—making it even easier for you to find Black-owned and -operated restaurants to support. Explore the spots in your area.
LatinX-Owned and -Operated Restaurants to Support in D.C.
Celebrate the diversity of the restaurant industry! These LatinX-owned and -operated restaurants are proud to share their heritage — explore spots to support near you.
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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Discover Dowell
Dowell is a small rural town by the sea, a fact that is reflected in the delicious dining offerings to be found there. Ginger-glazed, grilled shrimp skewers, seared, sesame-crusted tuna, and wild mushroom and goat cheese omelets are just a few examples of the delectable meals served in Dowell. Are you in the mood for international fare? No problem. You'll find sumptuous Bangkok scallops, tenderloin steak au poivre, and shrimp pancetta Alfredo here to enjoy with your favorite wine or a local beer. If you're looking for a quick and hardy meal, Dowell has classic American ribs, sub sandwiches, pizza, and more. Don't judge Dowell by its size. The town isn't that large, but their flavors and culinary offerings pack a big, savory punch.
