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Tabard Inn
3048 reviews4.7Contemporary American$$$$Dupont CircleBooked 70 times todayOld Ebbitt Grill
26175 reviews4.8American$$$$DowntownBooked 390 times todayFounding Farmers - DC
31851 reviews4.5American$$$$Foggy BottomBooked 463 times todayFounding Farmers - Tysons
11576 reviews4.2American$$$$Tysons Corner / McLeanBooked 139 times todayFarmers Fishers Bakers
12294 reviews4.4American$$$$GeorgetownBooked 250 times todayFarmers & Distillers
8940 reviews4.3American$$$$Mount Vernon SquareBooked 183 times todayDirty Habit | The Glass House
1660 reviews4.1Global, International$$$$Penn QuarterBooked 53 times todayThe Pembroke
1386 reviews4.6Global, International$$$$Dupont CircleBooked 74 times todayFounding Farmers - Reston
4273 reviews4.1American$$$$RestonBooked 89 times todayDel Ray Cafe
1105 reviews4.7French$$$$AlexandriaBooked 11 times todayThe Greenhouse at The Jefferson, DC
868 reviews4.8Contemporary American$$$$DowntownBooked 12 times todaySauciety at The Westin Washington National Harbor
549 reviews4.1American$$$$National HarborBooked 12 times todayVia Sophia Washington DC
530 reviews4.3Italian$$$$DowntownBooked 29 times todayCUT by Wolfgang Puck
362 reviews4.6Contemporary American$$$$GeorgetownBooked 11 times todayLafayette Restaurant
1450 reviews4.8American$$$$DowntownBooked 19 times today
Outdoor dining in Washington, D.C. Area
Farmers & Distillers
8940 reviews4.3American$$$$Mount Vernon SquareBooked 183 times todayFounding Farmers - Reston
4273 reviews4.1American$$$$RestonBooked 89 times todayVia Sophia Washington DC
530 reviews4.3Italian$$$$DowntownBooked 29 times todayBistro Du Jour
301 reviews4.5French$$$$Southwest WaterfrontBooked 37 times todayArt and Soul
3971 reviews4.6American$$$$Capitol HillBooked 20 times todayThe Dubliner Restaurant & Pub
174 reviews4.6Irish$$$$Capitol HillBooked 9 times todayButter Me Up
35 reviews4.1American$$$$West LoopBooked 19 times todaySilver
1879 reviews4.5Contemporary American$$$$Bethesda / Chevy ChaseBooked 60 times todayShoe's Cup & Cork
748 reviews4.7American$$$$LeesburgBooked 22 times todayRoberts Restaurant at the Omni Shoreham
300 reviews4.3American$$$$Woodley ParkBooked 5 times todayCapitol Square Bar & Grill
12 reviews3.9American$$$$Capitol HillBooked 4 times todayMatchbox - Silver Spring
333 reviews4.2Pizzeria$$$$Silver SpringBooked 11 times todayRips Country Inn
133 reviews4.4Comfort Food$$$$Bowie
Award winning restaurants in Washington, D.C. Area
Gravitas
131 reviews4.5American$$$$Capitol HillKaliwa
329 reviews3.8Asian$$$$Southwest WaterfrontBooked 45 times todayZaytinya
17417 reviews4.7Mediterranean$$$$Penn QuarterBooked 123 times todayJaleo DC
9816 reviews4.7Spanish$$$$Penn QuarterBooked 35 times todayOttoman Taverna
1360 reviews4.6Turkish$$$$Mount Vernon SquareBooked 65 times todayPearl Dive Oyster Palace
1236 reviews4.9Seafood$$$$Logan CircleBooked 43 times todayOyamel
9007 reviews4.7Mexican$$$$Penn QuarterBooked 31 times todayChina Chilcano
3136 reviews4.7Peruvian$$$$Penn QuarterBooked 33 times todayBidwell
523 reviews4.2American$$$$NoMaBooked 3 times today
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LGBTQ-Owned and -Operated Restaurants to Support in Washington D.C.
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A Guide to the Best Date Spots in DC
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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.
Washington, D.C.’s Finest Bars: Where to Drink in the District
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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At turns both elegant and outdoorsy, Stafford offers something for everyone. High on the list of the community's assets is its restaurant scene. Strong flavors fare well in Stafford. Mexican, Italian and German cuisines are consistently popular, as are classic American eats like barbecue. Festive Mexican joints win fans with authentic dishes like chori-pollo. Meanwhile, traditional and contemporary Italian are both available for hungry patrons. Baked spaghetti will satisfy big eaters while salmon grigliato is light and bright. If you go for German food instead, make sure to leave room for dessert. The Black Forest cake that is made here is legendary.
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