Best Date Night Restaurants in Palisades Northwest

398 restaurants available nearby

1. Et Voila

4.8

Exceptional(3919)

Price: Expensive

• French • Palisades Northwest

Booked 42 times today

Chef Claudio Pirollo is a chef driven restaurant offering Contemporary Belgian/French Bistro.A DC staple for 15 years, with a friendly, neighborhood feel, you will feel welcome here for any occasion large or small. Our made from scratch menu is fresh, flavorful and offers something for everyone. From Classic European Bistro Cuisine to sophisticated daily Specials! Our bar covers handcrafted creative cocktails, with a large and high hand Wine List. Enjoy our cozy and energic dining room for an unforgettable experience . We cannot wait to see you!

2. Bistro Aracosia

4.8

Exceptional(2702)

Price: Moderate

• Afghan • Palisades Northwest

Booked 20 times today

Bistro Aracosia is a critically acclaimed authentic Afghan gourmet and Chop House located in the Palisades neighborhood of Washington, DC. Aracosia has been acknowledged as 1 of 50 best restaurants in the nation for Vegetarians on Forbes Magazine, written up and reviewed by top food critics from the Washington Post, Washingtonian Magazine and numerous other publications. Bistro Aracosia has been awarded 100 Best restaurants for 2 years in a row in the Washingtonian. Aracosia accommodates any diet and is proud of taking cooking back to its origins. Chef Sofia Masroor diligently ensures top grade quality cuts of meat and the freshest produce in the market. All foods prepared at Aracosia are prepared with love. No artificial ingredients MSG& or preservatives are used, nor do we cook anything with nuclear such as microwaves and pre-made stations. Full Bar , extensive Wine and Beer menu Come and experience authentic and classical Afghan Gourmet and hospitality at its finest.

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3. Filomena Ristorante

4.8

Exceptional(17215)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Georgetown

Booked 312 times today

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!

4. Salt

4.7

Exceptional(592)

Price: Moderate

• Speakeasy • Arlington

Booked 32 times today

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

5. The Dabney

4.7

Exceptional(272)

Price: Very Expensive

• American • Shaw

Booked 25 times today

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.

6. dLeña

4.7

Exceptional(2028)

Price: Expensive

• Latin American • Mount Vernon Square

Booked 139 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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7. La Grande Boucherie - DC

4.4

Awesome(1376)

Price: Very Expensive

• French • Washington

Booked 186 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.

8. Zaytinya - DC

4.7

Exceptional(19437)

Price: Expensive

• Mediterranean • Penn Quarter

Booked 274 times today

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.

9. Claudio's Table

4.7

Exceptional(308)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Palisades Northwest

Booked 33 times today

Claudio Pirollo grew up in Belgium where he soon discovered his passion for cooking as he wandered around his father’s fine Italian épicerie (grocery store) and watched his mother prepare dinner every day. The dual influence of Italy and Belgium triggered Chef Pirollo’s aspirations to develop his knowledge and experience with different flavors.A Trattoria is not a pizzeria, it is an Italian-style eating establishment that is generally much less formal than a ristorante but more formal than an osteria. It is similar to what the French call Bistrot.Trattorias are traditionally family owned, casual, rustic neighborhood restaurants found throughout all of Italy that offer fresh, regional, local and family specialties on the menu.

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10. Dirty Habit | The Glass House

4.3

Awesome(2273)

Price: Moderate

• Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service • Penn Quarter

Booked 18 times today

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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CarlyVIP
Washington, D.C. Area •1 review
5.0
Dined today
Food is literally incredible, service was amazing, decorations were beautiful, vibe was fabulous. Cannot recommend enough. Our waiter, Nico, is the best.
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Filomena RistorantePrice: Expensive• Italian• Georgetown
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4.8
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Julie
Washington, D.C. Area •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
We always have a delicious meal at Et Voila. The hanger steak is the best around and they have a delicious peppercorn sauce and fries to go with it. The French onion soup is also one of the best I’ve had. It’s a cozy dinning experience with excellent service and one of the top restaurants my family and I choose to go to.
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Et VoilaPrice: Expensive• French• Palisades Northwest
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4.8
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OpenTable DinerVIP
Washington, D.C. Area •7 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Best dinner we’ve had in awhile, truly delicious. Everything was amazing (fried artichokes, anchovies, short rib, ragu pasta) and the service was attentive and friendly. We can’t wait to go back!
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Claudio's TablePrice: Moderate• Italian• Palisades Northwest
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4.7
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GerryVIP
Washington, D.C. Area •4 reviews
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
Delicious, healthy food! Loved the ambience - quiet, sophisticated with great wall art.
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Bistro AracosiaPrice: Moderate• Afghan• Palisades Northwest
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4.8
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Jonathan
Phoenix / Arizona •2 reviews
5.0
Dined on Dec 24, 2024
Amazing experience! Made a reservation for Christmas Eve before going to the Blues Alley for a show! Great service, great food! Will be returning!
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Bodega Spanish Tapas & LoungePrice: Moderate• Spanish• Georgetown
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4.6

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398 restaurants available nearby

1. Et Voila

2. Bistro Aracosia

3. Filomena Ristorante

4. Salt

5. The Dabney

6. dLeña

7. La Grande Boucherie - DC

8. Zaytinya - DC

9. Claudio's Table

10. Dirty Habit | The Glass House

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