100 Washington, D.C. Area Restaurants to Love This Valentine's Day

Whether your idea of a good time is a fancy, festive dinner out or cold sesame noodles and binge-watching on the couch, we're here to help you find it—since the greatest love of all is the love of food. Dig in.

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66 Restaurants

Updated February 06, 2019

Restaurants:	Zaytinya, The Hamilton, Founding Farmers - DC…
Price Range:	$$ - $$$
Cuisines:	Mediterranean, American…
Neighborhoods:	Penn Quarter, Downtown, Foggy Bottom…

Zaytinya

$$$$

Mediterranean

Penn Quarter

4.7

17423 reviews

Fantastic Middle Eastern-fusion (for lack of a better term) restaurant. Everything here is good and it's a great location in downtown DC. Highly recommend.

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The Hamilton

$$$$

American

Downtown

4.6

10327 reviews

Great service and outstanding food. The sushi is top notch. The wine list is fun and cocktails for all.

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Founding Farmers - DC

$$$$

American

Foggy Bottom

4.5

31882 reviews

Food and service were excellent. We had a great experience

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Filomena Ristorante

$$$$

Italian

Georgetown

4.8

15091 reviews

Filomena’s is a DC must! We visit here every time we’re in town. Incredible food, service and atmosphere. Highly recommend

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Tower Oaks Lodge

$$$$

American

Rockville

4.6

9670 reviews

Great day was awesome

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Chart House Restaurant - Alexandria

$$$$

Seafood

Alexandria

4.2

10279 reviews

Celebrating the new year, new day new chapter with dear friends over a lovely Sunday brunch

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Cooper's Hawk Winery & Restaurant - Ashburn

$$$$

American

Ashburn

4.6

4619 reviews

Just wanted a New Year’s Day dinner that I didn’t have to cook myself. Everything was perfect!

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Clyde's Willow Creek Farm

$$$$

American

Leesburg

4.6

5945 reviews

Fantastic experience.

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Founding Farmers - Tysons

$$$$

American

Tysons Corner / McLean

4.2

11586 reviews

We enjoy the brunch menu! There are many different options whether you want breakfast food, lunch, sweet, savory, or healthy options. The only draw back is the hot food was only warm at best (not hot). The value is a bit expensive because I’m not a big eater. But the variety makes up for the cost. I do recommend making a reservation or the wait time may be long.

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Wildfire - Tysons

$$$$

American

Tysons Corner / McLean

4.4

8234 reviews

Awesome food my favorite restaurant in Norther Virginia.

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J. Gilbert’s – Wood Fired Steaks & Seafood - McLean

$$$$

Steak

McLean

4.3

7204 reviews

We had great service, the food was delicious, all around a great experience! Also the portion sizes and presentation of food was great!

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Fogo de Chao - Washington DC

$$$$

Brazilian

Downtown

4.5

4707 reviews

Fantastic, as usual! A hidden DC Lunch gem!

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Stanford Grill - Rockville

$$$$

American

Rockville

4.6

3236 reviews

Great birthday dinner! Classy environment. Will definitely be back.

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Cooper's Hawk Winery & Restaurant - Reston

$$$$

American

Reston

4.7

4399 reviews

Awesome location, delicious food and drinks. Visited first time for work function, returned another time for date night. Will visit again for special occasions.

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Farmers Fishers Bakers - DC

$$$$

American

Georgetown

4.4

12305 reviews

1st dinner of 2023 with family. Great food & good energy.

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Mastro's Steakhouse - DC

$$$$

Steak

Penn Quarter

4.6

4348 reviews

This was my third year celebrating my birthday at Mastro’s and it did not disappoint. Food was delish. Drinks were perfect. Always a repeat customer. Our server was amazing, but I’m drawing a blank on her name!

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Old Ebbitt Grill

$$$$

American

Downtown

4.8

26207 reviews

Nice place I love to always visit when in town!

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The Majestic

$$$$

Contemporary American

Alexandria

4.6

1993 reviews

Great place to take someone or a group of friends. The Steake Diane was amazing!

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Mon Ami Gabi - Bethesda

$$$$

French

Bethesda / Chevy Chase

4.6

6920 reviews

We enjoyed an excellent dinner at Mon Ami Gabi, and would recommend the restaurant to others. They have a limited, but good size menu, and the items on the menu seem to be specialty of the restaurant.

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Seasons 52 - Tysons Corner

$$$$

American

Tysons Corner / McLean

4.7

5054 reviews

Lunch at the bar is always easy, fast, and delicious. Same menus as regular seating without ever needing reservations (sorry, OT!) Food is consistently accurate, fresh, interesting, large portions. Parking in garage closer to Nordstroms (on the second level) is always available and makes for a fast walk to the restaurant. A favorite.

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2941 Restaurant

$$$$

French / American

Falls Church

4.7

7056 reviews

Very enjoyable. Service attentive without being obtrusive. Food was excellent. Julio remembered us from pre-pandemic visits.

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Matchbox - Rockville

$$$$

American

Rockville

4.2

3207 reviews

Our waitress was amazing, The vegan pizza was scrumptious. Glad to know you are accommodating us vegans. Will return.

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Copper Canyon Grill - Glenarden

$$$$

Contemporary American

Lanham

4.5

2787 reviews

Overall good service!! Overall good service!! Overall good service!!

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Nostos Restaurant

$$$$

Greek

Tysons Corner / McLean

4.8

3917 reviews

Nostos was exceptional! Not only the food, but the staff & experience as a whole. Stellar communication with our changing needs for the group, lovely private room for our event. Exceptional food quality and fresh greek samplings. The recomendations were spot on. We will be back! Thank you!

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CIRCA at Foggy Bottom

$$$$

American

Foggy Bottom

4.7

2566 reviews

Sophia was wonderful. Prompt, accurate, friendly.

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Ocean Prime - Washington D.C.

$$$$

Seafood

Downtown

4.7

3519 reviews

We went at lunch and both had the Etoufee. The quality was incredible, with lobster, shrimp, Jasmine rice and a mix of veggies. The sauce was amazing. I need to learn how to cook this, it was so good!

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Tupelo Honey - Arlington

$$$$

Regional American (Southern)

Arlington

4.4

3012 reviews

Loved it and we will be back for sure!

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Eddie Merlot's Prime Aged Beef & Seafood - Ashburn

$$$$

Steak

Ashburn

4.4

1708 reviews

Robert was great. They provide an exceptional experience for all of their guests.

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Jaleo DC

$$$$

Spanish

Penn Quarter

4.7

9823 reviews

Everything was fantastic - recommend trying the cava sangria and as many food choices as you can!!!

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Texas de Brazil - Fairfax

$$$$

Steakhouse

Fairfax

4.4

3249 reviews

The waitress was friendly and attentive. The food was excellent especially the jalapeño poppers!

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Ambar Capitol Hill

$$$$

Balkan Style

Capitol Hill

4.8

4299 reviews

Melina was very caring hostess!

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Clyde's at Mark Center

$$$$

American

Alexandria

4.6

3897 reviews

Delicious food; not a terribly long wait for the food; good service from a very friendly waiter; help from the staff to locate the restroom much appreciated.

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Cuba de Ayer

$$$$

Latin / Spanish

Silver Spring

4.8

1199 reviews

My Cubans sandwich was delicious. Husband had steak dish which was great and our margaritas were great!!

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Zeffirelli Ristorante Italiano

$$$$

Italian

Herndon

4.7

1704 reviews

Overall excellent experience. Lots of food options, all excellent, with top-notch service. Portions were filling but not extravagant -- don't expect to take home leftovers. Price was a bit high but fair for quality of food, ambience, and service. We will return.

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Eddie V's - Tysons Corner

$$$$

Seafood

Tysons Corner / McLean

4.8

4297 reviews

Crab stuffed shrimp were excellent. Filet was mediocre. There was too much dressing on the Caesar Salad and the Lobster Bisque was so-so. The bread was great and the service superb.

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McCormick & Schmick's Seafood - Washington DC (K Street)

$$$$

Seafood

Downtown

4.2

2942 reviews

High end seafood and stake place. Fairly predictable given the franchise. Party enjoyed the meal and I got out for less than $1000. (for 8)

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Firebirds Wood Fired Grill - Gainesville

$$$$

American

Gainesville

4.5

1957 reviews

Great food, great experience

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Firebirds Wood Fired Grill - Woodbridge

$$$$

American

Woodbridge

4.6

1625 reviews

We love lunch and dinner at Firebirds!!! The food is so good...and the service is wonderful!!!

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Sequoia

$$$$

American

Georgetown

4.7

6474 reviews

Great time!

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Bravo Italian Kitchen - Spotsylvania

$$$$

Italian

Fredericksburg

4.3

610 reviews

Food was good, I had the wedding soup, calamari and a salad. The drinks were good and the ambience was outstanding! The only thing that would have made my visit better is if they offered a military discount .

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Succotash PRIME

$$$$

American

Penn Quarter

4.5

2928 reviews

The food was cooked well. The drinks were superb. The ambience was great. The seating is a bit congested, depending on where you are seated. The main course took an hour to arrive and one appetizer never arrived to the table. Overall, it was a good experience.

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Seasons 52 - North Bethesda

$$$$

American

Bethesda / Chevy Chase

4.6

5890 reviews

Great date 😉. Great food, service and ambiance!

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Spanish Diner – Bethesda

$$$$

Spanish

Bethesda / Chevy Chase

4.3

3681 reviews

I miss the old Jaleo interiors. This place is now much less of an experience than it was as Jaleo. Food and wine quality are consistently excellent.

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Del Frisco's Double Eagle Steakhouse - DC

$$$$

Steakhouse

Downtown

4.4

3715 reviews

I enjoyed my company and vibe. The cocktails were very good!

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Copper Canyon Grill - Gaithersburg

$$$$

Contemporary American

Gaithersburg

4.7

1688 reviews

Went on a dinner date with my wife. Really nice ambiance. Superior Customer service. The food was delicious and came out quickly. Would definitely return.

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MeJana

$$$$

Lebanese

Arlington

4.5

1694 reviews

MeJana continues to deliver a consistently outstanding culinary experience. It serves best-in-class authentic Lebanese cuisine combining classic recipes with a fresh twist in a refined environment with attentive friendly service. With Lebanese and Mediterranean cuisine gaining popularity in the US and especially in the DC area with several worthy new entrants, MeJana remains the best of the best.

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Ruth's Chris Steak House - Fairfax

$$$$

Steakhouse

Fairfax

4.5

2512 reviews

Our server was fantastic! All our food came out perfectly and we never needed to ask for extra things like refills, more bread, etc. Great place for a celebration!

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Joe's Seafood, Prime Steak & Stone Crab - Washington DC

$$$$

Seafood

Downtown

4.8

8580 reviews

Excellent food in an excellent location for an excellent price!

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Matchbox - One Loudoun

$$$$

American

Ashburn

4.1

638 reviews

Matchbox is our favorite restaurant in One Loudoun. The food and service is always excellent. Prices are mostly fair. Our only complaint is the Kim Crawford Sauvignon Blanc 6 0z. glass is priced at $19. We understand mark ups, but you can just about get the whole bottle for that price!

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Bistro L'Hermitage

$$$$

French

Woodbridge

4.9

5660 reviews

fabulous service as always and they helped accommodate both a birthday surprise and a last minute addition of 2 people! Food is always out of this world!

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Founding Farmers - Montgomery County

$$$$

American

Rockville

4.4

11368 reviews

Our go-to restaurant for early b'fast on New Year's and Independence days. The food and service (TylerC in 2023) is always great. We've never had a bad experience in the 8 years we've maintained this tradition. In 2023, we particularly enjoyed the way they served the scrambled eggs (in a little bowl) because it kept the eggs warm throughout the meal.

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Chez Billy Sud

$$$$

French

Georgetown

4.7

2525 reviews

Beautiful, comfortable dining room and not too noisy. I had the Scottish salmon and it was fantastic. My partner had the roast chicken, and that was very good, too. Excellent wines, although it would be nice if there were more than one chardonnay on the menu (and if one was priced less than $19 a glass). I had the Cotes du Rhone, and it was delicious with the beurre rouge salmon. Chez Billy lived up to its reputation, and I look forward to returning for dinner after their renovation is complete.

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Firebirds Wood Fired Grill - Gaithersburg

$$$$

American

Gaithersburg

4.4

1702 reviews

I can only say this is one of my favorite restaurants. I have never been disappointed. I will surely revisit here very soon! Happy New Year!

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RPM Italian - DC

$$$$

Italian

Washington DC

4.7

3611 reviews

Everything was great

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Clyde's of Gallery Place

$$$$

American

Downtown

4.5

6974 reviews

The staff is very polite, so great service. And the food comes out warm with great presentation, ontop of the fact that it's delicious. My only criticisms are the table was sticky when were sat. And the drinks took a while to come out, but we werent charged for any of the beverages.

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BlackSalt

$$$$

Seafood

Palisades Northwest

4.8

6299 reviews

Prices have increased considerably.

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Bond 45 - National Harbor

$$$$

Italian

National Harbor

4.5

3059 reviews

Very good food and excellent service. Could you add a veal dish, maybe veal piccata?

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Flavio

$$$$

Italian

Georgetown

4.3

771 reviews

Greta for big parties. We had 12 people and we got in and out in a little over an hour

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Firebirds Wood Fired Grill - Leesburg

$$$$

American

Leesburg

4.6

1026 reviews

We visited the Leesburg VA. restaurant on Tuesday evening, it was quiet for 5PM but very nice. We we able to visit with our friend while we waited for our meal without having to speak over overs in the restaurant. The service was excellent, the manager has stopped by on several occasions to chat with us and to check on the service and food. It was an excellent time to be there and we really enjoyed our dinner. We look forward to our next visit.

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The Warehouse

$$$$

American

Alexandria

4.7

3871 reviews

Everything was good. We were not rushed to leave even though it was crowded on New Year's Day for brunch. Waiters were solicitous.

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Bastille

$$$$

French

Alexandria

4.7

2629 reviews

Celebrated my 50th Birthday dinner at Bastille. Enjoyed the exceptional selection of modern French Cuisine. There wasn't a thing on that menu that i wouldn't have tried. This is going to be our new go to French restaurant.

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Alta Strada Mosaic

$$$$

Italian

Fairfax

4.3

1042 reviews

My favourite item is not on the menu anymore, but fortunately Lumi helped me find a good alternative, especially considering my food allergy. The dinner dishes though seemed small for the price paid for my Pappardelle; usually I have leftovers, but in this case I was able to consume it all. Also, we both got affogatos for dessert. I didn't want to complain in front of my guest, but there was only one scoop of ice cream. For $12 that's really ridiculous. AND, just to say, when it wasn't on the menu and I ordered it previously, was only charged $10. We could have easily gone to Dolcezza nearby, but stayed to support your restaurant. Please fix/make considerations to the above. I really like dining Alta Strada, but am starting to think I can get better deals but still excellent meals elsewhere...

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Copper Canyon Grill - Silver Spring

$$$$

Contemporary American

Silver Spring

4.6

1730 reviews

Ordered the trout meal, everything was good mash potatoes and spinach was cooked right. You can tell the Spanish was definitely fresh!!! Staff was very attentive, nice and check in staff was very nice as well. Can see myself going back in the future.

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Gadsby's Tavern

$$$$

American

Alexandria

4.6

2518 reviews

The employees from the front desk to our tables provided us with excellent customer service. We loved the candle light ambience and the opportunity to imagine what it would have been like for our founding fathers to dine in the same location. A wonderful place. I will keep coming back.

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Oceanaire Seafood Room - DC

$$$$

Seafood

Downtown

4.5

6299 reviews

Amazing place to go for seafood. I had an excellent experience here.

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PassionFish - Reston VA

$$$$

Seafood

Reston

4.7

6266 reviews

Was there for a late lunch. Ordered 3 different sushi’s and they were all fresh and delicious, plus big portion. Server was very nice.

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