Best Restaurants for Outdoor Dining in Downtown

126 restaurants available nearby

1. Dauphine’s

4.6

Exceptional(1382)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Downtown

Booked 20 times today

Dauphine’s is a modern day incarnation of the dramatic Grande Dame establishments of New Orleans, brought to you by the award winning Long Shot Hospitality - the team behind DC's beloved The Salt Line Restaurants. Dauphine’s utilizes Mid-Atlantic ingredients to prepare classic New Orleans fare while also creating original dishes inspired by the legendary city. All brought to you in a breathtaking spacious downtown restaurant setting with the most beautiful bar in downtown DC, plenty of patio dining, and a festive outdoor bar and garden area. Located in the Midtown Center, Dauphine's is just steps from the White House, National Theater, Convention Center, Cap One Arena and most downtown attractions and provides an elegant yet relaxed dining atmosphere for any occasion. Dauphine’s serves Dinner seven nights a week and Brunch on weekends, with Happy Hour every day 4pm-7pm and an ALL DAY Happy Hour on Sundays - plus don't miss our signature Sunday Live Jazz Brunch! We hope to see you soon!

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2. Via Sophia Washington DC

4.4

Awesome(751)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Downtown

Booked 18 times today

Via Sophia reimagines the osteria experience for downtown D.C; where classic Italian dishes and fresh-from-the-oven pizzas are paired with bespoke beverages and a discerning wine list. With a focus on quality, consistency, and hospitality, we offer a warm and welcoming atmosphere for every guest, at any time of the day.

3. Bombay Club

4.8

Exceptional(5298)

Price: Expensive

• Indian • Downtown

Booked 16 times today

The Bombay Club emulates characteristics of the old clubs of India. The elegant environment with pale pastels, ceiling fans, and a profusion of greenery is designed to create a warm and inviting gathering place for relaxation and regeneration. The cuisine is the finest of India, utilizing only the best quality ingredients to create a harmony of subtle flavors. Specialties prepared by Executive Chef Nilesh Singhvi, include tandoori salmon and green chili chicken. The sophisticated cuisine is enhanced by refine service and live piano music. Distinguished Restaurant of North America Award.

4. Il Piatto

4.6

Exceptional(645)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Downtown

Booked 25 times today

Il Piatto is the modern expression of the classic Italian cuisine. Enjoy a selection of antipasto, pastas, gnocchi, and more! Our private dining package seats 35 guests or holds a reception for 50 guests. With a view of the wine cellar, our Italian restaurant is perfect for all kinds of events.Il Piatto is open for lunch, brunch, dinner and happy hour. *Please note, we serve brunch on holiday Mondays and the 4th of July*

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5. Opaline Bar and Brasserie

4.4

Awesome(294)

Price: Moderate

• French • Downtown

Booked 10 times today

The French way of dining – often en plein air, typically unhurried and with a strong commitment to quality ingredients – is one of the cornerstones of l’art de vivre. Join us at Opaline Bar for thoughtful, French-inspired cuisine and specialty drinks in the heart of Washington DC. We also offer a special curated afternoon tea every Saturday afternoon.

6. Zaytinya - DC

4.7

Exceptional(19304)

Price: Expensive

• Mediterranean • Penn Quarter

Booked 232 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.

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7. Founding Farmers DC: Foggy Bottom

4.6

Exceptional(34373)

Price: Moderate

• American • Foggy Bottom

Booked 274 times today

Our award-winning Founding Farmers DC flagship restaurant opened in 2008 just three blocks west of the White House on Pennsylvania Avenue. Open 365 days a year, our team is passionate about crafting dishes and drinks from scratch with high-quality ingredients from farmers and suppliers we know and trust. Join us for breakfast, lunch, or dinner, weekday happy hour, and a la carte weekend brunch. Majority owned by American family farmers, including the more than 50,000 farmers of the North Dakota Farmers Union, our restaurant is guided by a very simple principal: we see and share everything Through The Eyes Of The Farmer.™ We actively care about our guests, our communities, the planet, and the next generation. This all comes together in our everyday neighborhood restaurant.

8. FIG & OLIVE DC

4.4

Awesome(2693)

Price: Expensive

• Mediterranean • Downtown

Booked 6 times today

The heart of Washington, DC is home to a sliver of the French Riviera in FIG & OLIVE DC | CityCenter. Here, guests can escape from the commotion of Downtown DC to indulge in a glass of rosé on our al fresco terrace or enjoy an elegant evening with dinner upstairs in our Orchard Rooms. The bar & lounge are buzzy with our happy hours while the Wine Room is an accessible area perfect for an effortless get together before an event at the nearby Capital One Arena. During the day, F&O DC is a lunch and brunch favorite of CCDC locals and museum visitors alike.

9. Tabard Inn

4.7

Exceptional(3756)

Price: Moderate

• Contemporary American • Dupont Circle

Booked 51 times today

Christmas Eve is dinner will be a curated $92/per person prix fixe. Large parties of 6+ will be invited to our family friendly, buffet-style seating. Parties of 1-5 will be served a la carte in our main dining rooms. Since our early days as a tea room, we’ve been a respite for locals and visitors alike, offering a haven for conversation and memorable cuisine. The tradition continues as our culinary team has curated an inventive and elevated menu through New American cuisine while paying homage to the beloved dishes that have been served at the Tabard Inn for years. A DC institution since 1922, we look forward to offering our guests all the comforts of a home away from home. Executive Chef Matthew Zafrir came to the Tabard in 2023, bringing with him experience from various fine dining restaurants around D.C. such as minibar by José Andrés, Cranes, Revelers Hour.

10. Boqueria - Dupont

4.6

Exceptional(2302)

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.

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Mary Louvip
Fort Lauderdale •49 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
If you’re in the area and looking for some basic Italian this is a good place to consider. It’s the second time we have been here and both times the food and service did not disappoint. The seating is tight so probably not the best for large groups but otherwise would highly recommend it.
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Il PiattoPrice: Moderate• Italian• Downtown
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4.6
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Alphonsevip
Washington, D.C. Area •5 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Food was excellent. I had the pork chop and it was amongst the best I’ve tasted. We had a party of 7 and they all had a variety of things and they were all happy. Bread basket is not to be missed.
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Dauphine’sPrice: Expensive• Contemporary American• Downtown
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4.6
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Michael
Indiana •21 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
Absolutely outstanding food. So full of flavor. I've had saag 100 times at different Indian restaurants, but this was definitely the best. However, the clear winner of the night was the dal. cooked for 16 hours and with incredible floavor. Also the best i have had. Our waiter was very nice but he did have few problems remembering what we ordered, but it just meant that there was an additional dish to share. Very highly recommended.
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Bombay ClubPrice: Expensive• Indian• Downtown
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4.8
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Daphneevip
San Francisco Bay Area •3 reviews
5.0
Dined on Nov 19, 2024
Amazing experience. The food and service 10/10. I enjoyed it ♥️
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Via Sophia Washington DCPrice: Expensive• Italian• Downtown
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4.4
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Karen
Yorkshire •2 reviews
5.0
Dined on Nov 4, 2024
Lovely breakfast, excellent coffee.. up sold a but on the fruit plate, it wasn’t needed. But really ice place.
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Opaline Bar and BrasseriePrice: Moderate• French• Downtown
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4.4

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126 restaurants available nearby

1. Dauphine’s

2. Via Sophia Washington DC

3. Bombay Club

4. Il Piatto

5. Opaline Bar and Brasserie

6. Zaytinya - DC

7. Founding Farmers DC: Foggy Bottom

8. FIG & OLIVE DC

9. Tabard Inn

10. Boqueria - Dupont

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