Best Date Night Restaurants in Bloomingdale / Brookland

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1. SHIA Restaurant

4.9

Exceptional(46)

Price: Very Expensive

• Korean • Washington

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. dLeña

4.7

Exceptional(2041)

Price: Expensive

• Latin American • Mount Vernon Square

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

3. The Dabney

4.7

Exceptional(278)

Price: Very Expensive

• American • Shaw

Located in historic Blagden Alley in D.C.'s Shaw neighborhood since 2015, The Dabney continues to pay tribute to the wonderful farmers, watermen, and purveyors of the mid-Atlantic region whom provide some of the best and most unique products in the country. We celebrate these ingredients by preparing them in a large wood burning hearth which is the centerpiece of our open kitchen. The current dining room experience is an 8-course tasting menu honoring the Mid-Atlantic's bounty. We offer an additional 3-course experience at our bar and bar area tables. Walk-in guests are welcome to enjoy the bar area as well.The Dabney has been awarded one Michelin star every year since 2017, James Beard Foundation Best Chef Mid-Atlantic for Chef Jeremiah Langhorne in 2018, and Washingtonian Magazine's #1 restaurant in 2023. At this time we are unable to accommodate severe allium and dairy allergies as well as vegan and vegetarian diets.

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4. Filomena Ristorante

4.8

Exceptional(17234)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Georgetown

Filomena Now over 40 Years and counting!Filomena is a Washington DC landmark restaurant now with over 40 years of serving some of the finest Italian food you can enjoy. Our Pasta is fresh made by hand just like it was done for centuries in Italy. Our bakery is in-house, and we make over 20 different desserts to choose from. During Valentine's Day, Easter, Halloween and Christmas you can experience some of the most incredible decorations you can find! Four decades of making not just a great dining experience but a memorable one. Filomena has recently introduced a full line of homemade pasta, sauces, desserts that can be shipped nationwide too!

5. Zaytinya - DC

4.7

Exceptional(19453)

Price: Expensive

• Mediterranean • Penn Quarter

Under the direction of celebrated chef José Andrés and concept chef Michael Costa, Zaytinya offers an innovative mezze menu inspired by Turkish, Greek, and Lebanese cuisines served up in a sleek and modern setting. Building on Jose’s deep knowledge of Mediterranean cooking and years of research and travel, the menu features shared small plates of authentic and innovative fare, creative cocktails, and unique Mediterranean wines, making Zaytinya one of the most exciting restaurants in Washington, DC.

6. Salt

4.7

Exceptional(592)

Price: Moderate

• Speakeasy • Arlington

Amongst a sea of glass and steel tucked away from the hum of traffic, you’ll find Salt. Escape the confinements of your home and sink into the intoxicating beats while you enjoy bold flavors and timeless craft cocktails in a safe and cool environment. The refreshing and intimate vibe is an inner-city oasis. Get lost in conversation and enjoy the moment.Entrance located below Open Road on Lynn St. Salt Is Now Open Monday-Saturday at 5 pm!Happy Hour | Monday-Saturday | Open – 7 pmHalf Off Bottled Wine | Salt Tuesdays | Open – 10 pmDate Night | Monday | Open – 10 pm

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7. Dirty Habit | The Glass House

4.3

Awesome(2274)

Price: Moderate

• Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service • Penn Quarter

Dirty Habit DC is a globally inspired New American restaurant & bar in a hip, edgy hotel space with private courtyard space. Just a perfect location for happy hour cocktails, events and private bookings. Open for breakfast, brunch, lunch, dinner and late night bites.

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8. Moon Rabbit by Kevin Tien

4.8

Exceptional(465)

Price: Very Expensive

• Vietnamese • Washington

Moon Rabbit is a highly-regarded Vietnamese restaurant situated in the heart of Washington D.C., drawing inspiration from the virtuous rabbit depicted in the Buddhist Jataka tale. Led by acclaimed Chef Kevin Tien, the restaurant embodies an innovative approach to Vietnamese cuisine, showcasing a menu that is both unique and complex. Chef Tien's main objective is to pay tribute to his heritage as a first-generation Asian American, using Moon Rabbit as a platform for expressing his love for Vietnamese culture and food.

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9. La Grande Boucherie - DC

4.4

Awesome(1394)

Price: Very Expensive

• French • Washington

Booked 230 times today

Located at 699 14th Street on the coveted corner of 14th and G Street NW, La Grande Boucherie is situated on the most high-profile street in Washington D.C., just one block away from the White House. The restaurant is built in elegant and ornamental Art Nouveau style, evoking the sense of optimism from the turn of the 20th century. The brasserie’s menu features both classic and modern French dishes, with focus on the meat program, raw bar and extravagant large-format meats, ideal for sharing and celebrating. Mahogany wood and glass partitions divide the gargantuan space to create intimate dining experiences. These pieces are adorned in gilded accents and uniquely curved arches inspired by the 20th-century Art Nouveau movement of Paris. The main dining room highlights a massive curved bar with a metal top imported from Paris, a signature piece of Boucherie.

10. O-Ku - DC

4.7

Exceptional(1711)

Price: Moderate

• Japanese • Washington

O-Ku DC invites guests to explore rare and unique dining options -traditional sashimi and sushi, innovative Japanese specialties and wood-fired robata-style dishes from the Kitchen's Binchotan grills. The fish and other ingredients are sourced from the highest-quality purveyors around the world and is committed to using sustainably sourced ingredients when possible.

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Sandy
Virginia •10 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Oh my gosh, this was such a fabulous restaurant! It was so pretty inside. They still had decorations up for Christmas and it was spectacular. As I walked in the door, I saw a lady who was hand making ravioli. I had to have it! I got the lobster ravioli and it was amazing. Leftovers for lunch today. It was a nice touch having an offer of amaretto or Sambuca at the end of our meal complementary. It was a nice place to celebrate my husband‘s birthday. I highly recommend it.
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Filomena RistorantePrice: Expensive• Italian• Georgetown
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4.8
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Rachid
Washington, D.C. Area •1 review
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Uhhh maeeee ziiing grace how sweet was dleña!!! Talkin bou dah. So craceyyyyy my gahd! I'll tell ya that much for free. Of the wooder poozer pizzer pizzit mizzer moozy dizzy doozer!
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dLeñaPrice: Expensive• Latin American• Mount Vernon Square
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4.7
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AnyaVIP
Wisconsin •1 review
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Excellent food, reasonable prices and portions, not too loud or busy, friendly staff - I’d happily return!
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Bodega Spanish Tapas & LoungePrice: Moderate• Spanish• Georgetown
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4.5
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Amy
Virginia •11 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
Everything lived up to expectations. The service was great, and the drinks and food were excellent. The staff person also answered all of our questions related to ingredients. She genuinely seemed to like working there and believed in the mission. The cocktails were just as good as the food. The ambiance was very comfortable. The noise will depend on other diners. We were near a party that just wanted to be heard. Once they left, it was darn near perfect.
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SHIA RestaurantPrice: Very Expensive• Korean• Washington
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4.9
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Jeremy
Virginia •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
Classic French food, excellent service and decent prices for DC. Highly recommend.
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Bistro Du Jour Capitol HillPrice: Moderate• French• Washington
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4.7

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1. SHIA Restaurant

2. dLeña

3. The Dabney

4. Filomena Ristorante

5. Zaytinya - DC

6. Salt

7. Dirty Habit | The Glass House

8. Moon Rabbit by Kevin Tien

9. La Grande Boucherie - DC

10. O-Ku - DC

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