Best Authentic Restaurants in Greenbelt

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Capitol HillColumbia Heights / BrightwoodH Street CorridorLargoLaurelSavage Mill

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1. SHIA Restaurant

4.9

Exceptional(114)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Korean • Washington

Booked 21 times today

SHIA (shee-uh) is a modern Korean fine dining restaurant in Washington, D.C., dedicated to sustainability, innovation, and cultural storytelling. Our tasting menu-only experience spotlights the intersection of local agriculture and premium Hansik ingredients, using fresh, seasonal elements with minimal manipulation to honor the environment. As a non-profit restaurant, SHIA is more than just a dining destination; it’s a platform for tackling key challenges in the restaurant industry, from environmental responsibility to fair labor practices and culinary heritage preservation.**Please Note: Chef Lee's appearance is not guaranteed, and his availability is not given to the team or guests.**

2. Cuba de Ayer

4.7

Exceptional(1411)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Latin / Spanish • Silver Spring

Booked 4 times today

Come enjoy the tropical tastes of Cuba! Authentic home style Cuban cuisine where our customers feel as though they are eating home cooked meals that would be found in Grandma's kitchen. Cuba de Ayer is an ideal escape for a delicious cup of Cuban coffee, a Cuban grilled sandwich, followed up by something sweet like a slice of tres leches cake. mmm.... Bring your friends, family or come alone-strangers are simply friends we've yet to meet.

A photo of Miss Toya's Southern Kitchen - Laurel restaurant

3. Miss Toya's Southern Kitchen - Laurel

4.1

Excellent(61)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Creole / Cajun / Southern • Laurel

Booked 7 times today

Experience the rich, vibrant flavors of New Orleans at Miss Toya's Creole House in Laurel. Located at 14708 Baltimore Ave, Suite 110, our restaurant offers a taste of authentic Creole cuisine with a warm, welcoming atmosphere. From spicy jambalaya to tender crawfish étouffée and delectable beignets, our menu is crafted with family recipes and the freshest ingredients. Enjoy our signature cocktails and a selection of wines and craft beers in a cozy, lively setting perfect for any occasion. Join us and savor the heart and soul of Creole cooking right here in Laurel.

4. Ethiopic

4.8

Exceptional(1063)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Ethiopian • H Street Corridor

Booked 8 times today

Ethiopic Restaurant focuses on Ethiopian cuisine and culture. Traditional Ethiopian ingredients are introduced to evoke the true taste of Ethiopia. Ethiopic’s authentic Ethiopian food menu will feature vegetarian, meat, poultry, and fish. Ethiopic Restaurant is proud to be the first Ethiopian Restaurant on the H Street Corridor and intends to cater to a wide customer base. We want everyone to feel welcome and entertained.We now add 20% service fee charge when dining-in, to ensure all of our staff is paid a livable wage.

A photo of Miss Toya's Creole House - Silver Spring restaurant

5. Miss Toya's Creole House - Silver Spring

4.5

Awesome(101)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Creole / Cajun / Southern • Silver Spring

Booked 20 times today

Discover the vibrant flavors of New Orleans right in the heart of Silver Spring at Miss Toya's Creole House. Our Silver Spring location invites you to experience the rich, soulful tastes of authentic Creole cuisine in a warm and welcoming atmosphere. Whether you’re a fan of spicy jambalaya, succulent crawfish étouffée, or our mouthwatering beignets, each dish is crafted with the finest ingredients and a touch of Southern hospitality.At Miss Toya's, we take pride in our family recipes and the time-honored traditions of Creole cooking. Our restaurant offers a cozy, yet lively setting perfect for both casual dinners and special occasions. Enjoy our signature cocktails and an extensive selection of wines and craft beers that perfectly complement our menu.Join us at our Silver Spring location and savor the best of Creole cuisine with a side of charm and a lot of heart.

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6. The Society Restaurant & Lounge

4.6

Exceptional(612)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Contemporary American • Silver Spring

Booked 7 times today

CARRYOUT SERVICES continue to be available: WWW.SOCIETYSS.COM 301-565-8864Our cuisine combines classic American fare with authentic Caribbean flavors. Special menu features include Caribbean Jerk Chicken, Red Snapper, and Homemade Bread Pudding. At The Society Restaurant & Lounge, we are inspired by our deep love of people, community, and hearty food. We celebrate the achievements of past and present influences and promote collective involvement to advance our local community. Come and grab a drink. Stay for dinner. We welcome you to experience the best of who we are, where we go, and what we eat. Ask us about our corporate happy hour specials and birthday party packages.

7. Pacci's Trattoria

4.6

Exceptional(184)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Italian • Silver Spring

Pacci's Trattoria is a family-owned Italian restaurant that offers a genuine Neapolitan dining experience. It's highly praised for its fresh, high-quality ingredients and homemade pastas, pizzas, and regional seafood and meats. The authenticity of its food and the warmth of its service are repeatedly mentioned in the reviews. One reviewer even described the pizzas as 'very much more than your standard takeaway.' Another highlighted the 'excellent authentic Italian wood-fired pizza.' This is why customers are always happy to return for the unique, enjoyable dining experience at Pacci's.

8. Cordelia Fishbar

4.7

Exceptional(120)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Seafood • Washington

Booked 23 times today

Cordelia draws on regional culinary influences from Spain, Portugal, Asia, and the Americas – focusing on areas that use high heat charcoal to coax the best out of fish, alongside a diverse offering of conserva, crudo and cured seafood. Happy Hour Monday thru Friday from 4-6 pm and late-night.Weekend Brunch from 10am-4pm. Chef Rene CaceresGeneral Manager Sonya Znati

9. Pacci's

4.8

Exceptional(184)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • Capitol Hill

Booked 8 times today

Influenced by the Neapolitan tradition and a passion for fine food, our philosophy is simple: to use fresh and high quality ingredients, to prepare our food as Nonna taught us, and to serve it with love. Our wood-fired pizza ovens are what make our hand-crafted pizzas come alive with flavor and bring inspiration to the rest of our menu. Pacci's Trattoria offers authentic Neapolitan pizza, home-made pastas, regional seafood and meat dishes and your favorite Italian sweets. Our beverage selection prides itself on hand-crafted cocktails, Italian and local beers and a wine list that features both Italian classics and new vintages. As a family owned restaurant, we want to bring our family to yours so we welcome you to spend a delicious meal with us!**Requested tables not guaranteed**

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10. Letena Ethiopian Restaurant

4.9

Exceptional(103)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Ethiopian • Columbia Heights / Brightwood

Booked 2 times today

Letena Ethiopian Restaurant is authentic because it's family-owned, farm-to-table, and serves dishes made with natural, premium ingredients. Reviewers praise it as having 'fresh, vibrant and tasty' food, and the 'best Ethiopian food in the area.' The owners are also commended for their 'great hospitality' and 'unique and beautiful interior space'. The restaurant's goal of making Ethiopian food approachable for all is evident in the high ratings from customers.

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J
Jose
Chicago / Illinois •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Early food was excellent and the staff shared an excitement and curiosity about the menu.
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SHIA RestaurantPrice: Very Expensive• Korean• Washington
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4.9
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Crystal
Baltimore / Maryland •4 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
The hostess promptly seated us and gave. Us a happy birthday sign and a card for my mom who we were celebrating The food and drinks are delicious, served quickly . Our server Binta and was excellent.
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Miss Toya's Creole House - Silver SpringPrice: Moderate• Creole / Cajun / Southern• Silver Spring
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4.5
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Gwen
Washington, D.C. Area •1 review
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
The small plate stuffed shrimp along with the sweet potatoes were both delicious and filling!! Will definitely go back again since my birthday buddy also enjoyed her salmon balls!!
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Miss Toya's Southern Kitchen - LaurelPrice: Moderate• Creole / Cajun / Southern• Laurel
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4.1
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Jason
Tampa / Central Florida West •9 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
Terrific vegetarian choices and great service. We are celebrating a birthday and they paid extra attention to everything. It was great.
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EthiopicPrice: Moderate• Ethiopian• H Street Corridor
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4.8
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CrystalVIP
Baltimore / Maryland •7 reviews
5.0
Dined on Mar 20, 2025
It's always a great experience. Definitely recommend
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Cuba de AyerPrice: Moderate• Latin / Spanish• Silver Spring
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4.7

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