Best Casual Restaurants in Dupont Circle

245 restaurants available nearby

1. Iron Gate

4.6

Exceptional(2987)

Price: Very Expensive

• Mediterranean • Dupont Circle

Booked 31 times today

Iron Gate, located near Dupont Circle, stands as one of the district’s oldest continuously operating restaurants and is split between a sumptuous dining room, a wisteria covered patio and a handsomely enclosed carriageway that houses the bar.Chef Anthony Chittum, a native of Maryland’s Eastern Shore, and his team have revitalized the space with a menu that takes inspiration for the cuisines of Greece, Sicily, Sardinian and Southern Italy, interpreting those traditions and techniques using the finest products and seasonal ingredients of the Mid-Atlantic.Iron Gate also serves as an idyllic oasis for fine private events both large and small, so please consider us when planning your next fête, we'd love to have you as our guests.

2. La Tomate

4.8

Exceptional(1372)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Dupont Circle

Booked 13 times today

Since 1987, La Tomate has been Dupont Circle's neighborhood bistro, featuring affordable regional Italian cuisine in a warm ambiance. A window-clad bar and dining room offer charming avenue views onto Connecticut avenue. Enjoy an extended season of “al fresco” dining on our lush outdoor patio. We are committed to providing quality service and excellent food in a warm and friendly atmosphere. We invite you to join us for breakfast a casual lunch, happy hour, dinner, weekend brunch or group events.

3. Boqueria - Dupont

4.6

Exceptional(2304)

Price: Expensive

• Tapas / Small Plates • Dupont Circle

Booked 15 times today

An energetic yet intimate Barcelona-style tapas bar serving Spanish favorites, seasonal specials, and curated cocktails in a contemporary space with a lively patio several blocks away from Dupont Circle.Perfect for a shared meal of small plates, happy hour with the team, a memorable date night, or weekend brunch!Let us know if you have any seating requirements when making your booking. Parties of 10 or more will enjoy our Chef's Tasting Menu ($52pp plus beverage, tax, and gratuity).Please note that by making a reservation through OpenTable you are agreeing to receive marketing communications from Boqueria.

4. Thaiverse D.C

3.5

Very Good(55)

Price: Moderate

• Asian • Dupont Circle

Now open in DuPont circle area of Washington DC, Thaiverse DC offers authentic southern style Thai food cooked with love and care. Thaiverse's sister restaurant has won numerous awards, being regularly voted by open table users as the best Asian restaurant in the DC region, and Thaiverse DC shares the same recipes and culinary management (Chef Piya and Chef Raam (Thai Masterchef finalist)). Located in an historic and legendary spot where once stood the Childe-Harold, Thaiverse DC blends the history with modern touches to produce an elegant dining environment. After your meal you can step downstairs to the British style pub in the basement named the Step-Childe Harold.

5. Tokyo Pearl

4.3

Awesome(110)

Price: Moderate

• Japanese • Dupont Circle

Booked 1 time today

Best Sushi Restaurant in DC located in the heart of Dupont Circle Featuring Unique Specialty Sushi rolls // Cocktails // Japanese beers and Sakes at a high energy Lounge. Tokyo Pearl is committed to the health & safety of our patrons.Indoor & outdoor dining available (Heated Patio )6 foot social distancing between tables with maximum of 6 per tableFacial coverings worn by all staff

6. Rewind

4.0

Excellent(269)

Price: Moderate

• American • Dupont Circle

Rewind by Decades is a premium dining destination highlighting the finest in timeless, comfortable, and forever beloved cuisine, beverages, and entertainment.

7. Giovanni's Trattu

4.7

Exceptional(808)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Dupont Circle

Booked 3 times today

Giovanni's Trattu may be the only restaurant in DC to capture the feel of Venice. Formerly known as Trattu, this cozy little restaurant provides the lighter cuisine of Northern Italy, which is known for its unique flavor. The extensive menu changes every fall, winter and summer. Seating 60 in the main dining room, Giovanni's Trattu is candlelight at night and it entertains guests with friendly style of service, providing classic Italian music. Highlighting the ambiance is a collection of colorful pottery and venetian masks that hangs from the walls. Giovanni's Trattu is ideal for private parties, business lunches and dinners, romantic dates and family celebrations.

8. Causa

4.9

Exceptional(52)

Price: Very Expensive

• Peruvian • Shaw

Booked 5 times today

Causa is our Michelin-Starred tasting room where the world of Peruvian culinary tradition comes to life, thanks to the artistry of Chef Carlos Delgado. Here, you'll embark on a journey through the gastronomic heritage of the Peruvian geographical regions.Reservations are released on the 1st of the month at noon for the following month for our Causa dining experience. This prix-fixe menu is priced at $179. Taxes and service charges are added separately. Enhance your experience further with a Remarkable Wine Pairing to compliment your 6-courses or venture into North America's rarest pisco selection and fully immerse yourself in the bounty of Peru's national spirit.If you have any questions or need clarifications on allergens or restrictions, reach out to antonio@causadc.com prior to booking.Causa only accepts inKind House Account credit and is unable to accept general inKind credits. Please reach out to inKind support for further clarification.

9. dLeña

4.7

Exceptional(1955)

Price: Expensive

• Latin American • Mount Vernon Square

Booked 73 times today

Welcome to dLeña, a Wood-Fire Mexican Cocina & Mezcaleria by Chef Richard Sandoval.dLeña is derived from the Spanish word “leña,” meaning firewood. The restaurant is centered around it’s wood-burning grill - a nod to the rustic open-fire cooking techniques of Mexico’s past. The menu transports diners to Mexico through a multi-sensory experience in every bite of the signature smoked entrées, fresh ceviches, and unique sharing plates. The expansive bar features hand-crafted margaritas, Latin cocktails, cervezas and vino. CHEF'S TABLE EXPERIENCE:Book an exclusive dining experience at our chef’s table tucked behind the main bar facing into the open kitchen. Chef will prepare eight courses for 160.00 per guest, with an optional beverage pairing for 75.00 per guest. Please visit our Chef's Table OpenTable page to book:https://www.opentable.com/r/dlena-chef-table-washington

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10. Thunder Burger & Bar

3.8

Excellent(598)

Price: Moderate

• Contemporary American • Georgetown

Booked 2 times today

Thunder Burger & Bar brings an edgy, rock & roll dining experience to the heart of Georgetown. Our mouth-watering juicy and generously sized signature burgers are affordable works of art. A full selection of appetizers, refreshing salads, creative entrees and decadent home-made desserts offer a variety of dining options. Whether seated at the trendy bar, the graffiti highlighted banquettes and booths, or our ivy covered library room, sample from a large selection of American craft micro-brew beers and fine whiskeys. No matter the occasion, intimate dates, groups and families alike, enjoy the comfortable and energetic atmosphere with highly attentive service. Weekend Brunch now available, and a late-night menu is also available every evening.

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Katalin
Washington, D.C. Area •4 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
The event I attended was an anniversary celebration that you needed to purchase a ticket for. The fact that you could arrive between 3-9 p.m. stay as long as you wanted sipping on your wine or cocktail made it very special. The food was good and plentiful, the wine selection was outstanding. if they have another event like this I will definitely attend.
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Iron GatePrice: Very Expensive• Mediterranean• Dupont Circle
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4.6
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nickvip
Washington, D.C. Area •598 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Nice group of friends dinner. Cocktails with excellent arancini and octopus starters. Pasta dishes were excellent. Well prepared and great flavors. Staff is always helpful and nice.
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La TomatePrice: Expensive• Italian• Dupont Circle
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4.8
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Keithvip
Columbus •26 reviews
5.0
Dined on Nov 15, 2024
We like exploring tapas restaurants since we don’t have one near us at home. My only concern was not seeing any listing under the “chef’s selection “ pre fixe menu. We still ordered it and enjoyed most of it, but we didn’t know everything we were served and had no idea what was coming next.
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Boqueria - DupontPrice: Expensive• Tapas / Small Plates• Dupont Circle
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4.6
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Gerald
Baltimore / Maryland •1 review
4.0
Dined on Nov 1, 2024
Only complaint is their website told us happy hour was 4pm-10pm. When we arrived they told us that is only on certain days
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Tokyo PearlPrice: Moderate• Japanese• Dupont Circle
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4.3
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Hans-Peter
Washington, D.C. Area •25 reviews
5.0
Dined on Sep 27, 2024
The food at Thaiverse is original and "Thai hot", exactly what we were looking for. The menu has a great selection of Thai dishes, the taste of everything we had was excellent. We had a great time - and came back the next day. I also was very pleased to see that the few wines offered were very good choices at reasonable prices. The restaurant has a very charming ambiance and the services was nice and welcoming.
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Thaiverse D.CPrice: Moderate• Asian• Dupont Circle
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3.5

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245 restaurants available nearby

1. Iron Gate

2. La Tomate

3. Boqueria - Dupont

4. Thaiverse D.C

5. Tokyo Pearl

6. Rewind

7. Giovanni's Trattu

8. Causa

9. dLeña

10. Thunder Burger & Bar

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