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A photo of The Smith – Penn Quarter, Washington, D.C restaurant
1. The Smith – Penn Quarter, Washington, D.C
4.6
Exceptional(3886)
Price: Expensive
• American • Penn Quarter
Booked 145 times today
The Smith is a casual American brasserie with a simple mission — make people happy! We care about every meal and every moment. The menu features bistro classics, seasonal fare, and craft cocktails. Walk in the door and you’re in for a great time. Whether it’s date night, drinks on the town, a big birthday bash, a working lunch, a boozy brunch, or an I-don’t-want-to-cook-tonight night, we’ve got you covered.
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2. Petite Cerise
4.7
Exceptional(197)
Price: Expensive
• French • Mount Vernon Square
Booked 50 times today
Part neighborhood café, part energetic bistro, Petite Cerise is located in a bright and lively historic corner space in Shaw/Mount Vernon Triangle. Petite Cerise features separate à la carte menus for brunch, lunch, and dinner. In addition, Petite Cerise has a Coffee Counter open Tuesday - Friday opening at 8am serving classic coffee and espresso preparations, housemade pastries, and other breakfast items to go or sit down.Dinner offers both an à la carte menu along with a Prix Fixe option. The focus in the evening is to craft unique and innovative dishes utilizing the very best ingredients within the Mid-Atlantic region and beyond skillfully prepared through a French lens.If you decide to join us for a morning coffee, quick mid-day bite, stretch out your lunch over a glass of wine, or gather with friends for an indulgent and creative dinner, we invite you here to celebrate and enjoy.
A photo of Mi Vida Penn Quarter restaurant
3. Mi Vida Penn Quarter
4.5
Awesome(449)
Price: Moderate
• Mexican • Penn Quarter
Booked 35 times today
“Mi Vida” translates to “My Life.” However, in Mexico, “Mi Vida” means much more. “Mi Vida” is a term of endearment bestowed on close family and friends to signify love, care and importance. When one says, “Mi Vida,” they are telling someone special how much they mean to them. MI VIDA describes how we feel about our team and our guests. It is our expression of Mexican culture and cuisine as interpreted through the lens of Chef Roberto Santibañez. Our menu is rooted in the history and culinary tradition of Mexico while exploring the ever-changing boundaries of this vibrant and evolving cuisine.
A photo of District Bites at District E restaurant
4. District Bites at District E
3.7
Very Good(83)
Price: Moderate
• American • Penn Quarter
Booked 5 times today
District Bites is a full service bar and restaurant, featuring a scratch made menu made from local ingredients, on premise restaurant for District E Powered by Ticketmaster. Centrally located in the historic Chinatown neighborhood of downtown Washington, D.C., District E Powered by Ticketmaster, is located adjacent to Capital One Arena, the home arena for the NBA’s Washington Wizards and NHL’s Washington Capitals. District E Powered by Ticketmaster is the flagship venue for esports and entertainment on the east coast, and offers a unique and immersive experience for esports as well as fans of events at Capital One Arena.
A photo of Joe Theismann's Restaurant restaurant
5. Joe Theismann's Restaurant
4.6
Exceptional(2404)
Price: Moderate
• American • Alexandria
Booked 20 times today
Celebrating the professional football career of Joe Theismann and the American traditions surrounding professional sports, Joe Theismann's Restaurant presents a menu of upscale bar and pub fare, plus a full bar featuring beer, wine and craft cocktails. The restaurant is centered around a main dining area with flat-screen TVs for watching the game, plus an intimate lounge area flanked by leather sofas, and secondary dining room that can be closed off for private events. Open for lunch, dinner and weekend brunch.
A photo of The Arsenal at Bluejacket restaurant
6. The Arsenal at Bluejacket
4.6
Exceptional(1073)
Price: Moderate
• Contemporary American • Navy Yard
Booked 9 times today
The Arsenal is the 200-seat restaurant & bar housed within the brewery, Bluejacket. The menu updates, refines and extends the classic fare of beer halls and public houses by featuring the best locally sourced products available and highlighting reinterpretations of hearty classics such as steamed mussels, artisanal sausages and more. Gourmet sandwiches, seasonal salads & vegetables, alongside approachable bar snacks are the perfect accompaniments to a signature Bluejacket brew.
A photo of Hard Rock Cafe - Washington, DC restaurant
7. Hard Rock Cafe - Washington, DC
4.0
Excellent(1177)
Price: Moderate
• American • Downtown
Booked 32 times today
Hard Rock Cafe is a global phenomenon with 185 cafes that are visited by nearly 80 million guests each year. The first Hard Rock Cafe opened on June 14, 1971, in London, England, and from there the brand has expanded to major cities and exotic locations around the world.
A photo of The Sovereign restaurant
8. The Sovereign
4.7
Exceptional(689)
Price: Expensive
• Belgian • Georgetown
Booked 14 times today
The Sovereign is a Belgian bar & bistro committed to celebrating the rustic cuisine & fabled brewing culture of Belgium. Located in the vibrant Georgetown neighborhood, the Sovereign's kitchen is led by Executive Chef Andres Zuluaga whose classic, ingredient-driven Belgian dishes draw on French, German & Dutch cooking techniques & traditions. The Sovereign features 50 drafts & more than 350 bottles meticulously curated by Beer Director, Greg Engert.
A photo of Dupont Italian Kitchen restaurant
9. Dupont Italian Kitchen
4.5
Awesome(174)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • Dupont Circle
Booked 7 times today
In the mood for some fresh homemade Italian food? Dupont Italian Kitchen has been serving up fresh homemade Italian dishes since 1986. We offer great food, unbeatable prices, and we’re conveniently located in the heart of Dupont Circle. Stop by and visit us.
A photo of Haikan restaurant
10. Haikan
4.5
Awesome(662)
Price: Moderate
• Ramen • Shaw
Booked 17 times today
Haikan is our second Sapporo Ramen shop in DC after Daikaya. Haikan means, “pipe works” in Japanese, an ode to Atlantic Plumbing Building where we are located. At Haikan, we focused on creating the taste of ramen from the showa period, the golden age of ramen in Japan. There are over 1000 ramen shops in the city of Sapporo alone, and we are excited to share a completely new line-up of traditional Sapporo style ramen in DC. In addition to ramen, we are serving a playful selection of Japanese-inspired kozara (small plates) to share, or to start with, or to make a whole meal of by picking a few of them. Haikan's bar serves a collection of Japanese-inspired cocktails, and a concentrated selection of Japanese sake, shochu, beer, whisky, and more.

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