Best Restaurants for People Watching in Rosslyn

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Adams MorganAlexandriaArlingtonBethesdaDowntownDupont Circle

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35 restaurants available nearby

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A photo of CIRCA at Clarendon restaurant

1. CIRCA at Clarendon

4.8

Exceptional(1480)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Arlington

Booked 41 times today

All of our CIRCA restaurants are neighborhood bistros serving delicious food and drinks. Each CIRCA is warm, inviting, and offers an energized social scene.Whether dropping in for brunch, lunch, dinner — every meal is accompanied by an extensive wine list, including over 20 wine offerings by the glass and a seasonal cocktail list. Our patios are located on the best city corners for a vibrant dining experience. Join us and dine well!Our Dining Room and Patio are Open!

2. Dauphine’s

4.6

Exceptional(1440)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Downtown

Booked 45 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!

A photo of Peacock Alley - Waldorf Astoria DC restaurant

3. Peacock Alley - Waldorf Astoria DC

4.6

Exceptional(39)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• American • Washington

Booked 19 times today

A signature in Waldorf Astoria hotels across the globe, Peacock Alley remains the place “to see and be seen” just as it was all those years ago for Manhattan’s high society. Set in the soaring grand atrium, Peacock Alley offers an eclectic menu of refined cuisine, innovative cocktails, and an impeccable wine selection.

4. Peacock Café

4.8

Exceptional(2015)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Contemporary American • Georgetown

Booked 36 times today

Maziar Farivar, Chef/Proprietor serves contemporary American cuisine with flavors of around the world in an elegant, comfortable & cosmopolitan setting. Celebrating over 28 year Anniversary in Georgetown, Peacock Cafe is a dining experience not to be missed when in Georgetown. In addition to our wonderful lunch menu, we do offer a selection of our popular breakfast items as well on weekdays (11am-4pm). Chef Maziar, on dinner menu offers a greater variety of small plates and entrees from contemporary American to small selection of Contemporary Iranian (Persian) dishes. Enjoy a comprehensive wine list from boutique wineries to large labels and fabulous signature cocktails from the bar to compliment your dining experience.

A photo of The St Regis DC - Afternoon tea restaurant

5. The St Regis DC - Afternoon tea

4.3

Awesome(353)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Afternoon Tea • Downtown

Booked 4 times today

Luxuriate in the hotel’s grand lobby lounge for one of our most cherished afternoon traditions. Enjoy the finest selection of teas from Dammann Frères, exquisite tea sandwiches, delicious sweets, and homemade scones. Feel free to lavish your experience with our selective optional Champagne pairings. $109,00 per person, excluding tax & gratuity. Available Thursday - Sunday from 1 p.m. to 4:45pm.

A photo of Mazaro Italian Restaurant restaurant

6. Mazaro Italian Restaurant

4.3

Awesome(372)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Italian • Arlington

Booked 10 times today

A new Modern Italian Restaurant that will offer classic Italian cuisine and Neapolitan pizza baked in specialized, Wood-fired oven imported from Italy

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7. Chef Geoff's West End

4.5

Awesome(1657)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • West End

Booked 161 times today

A vibrant, modernized iteration of the original Chef Geoff’s offering seasonal dishes full of flavor. You will feel welcome here for any occasion large or small. Our made from scratch menu offers something for everyone. From pizza, salads and burgers to our more elaborate main dishes, one thing is for certain, we don’t skimp on flavor! Our bar covers all ends of the spectrum from our famous Supermugs (giant beers) to our handcrafted cocktails. Enjoy our open air dining, people watching on the patio or or our beautifully designed dining room!

8. Sette Osteria

4.5

Awesome(1620)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Italian • Dupont Circle

Booked 64 times today

Sette, meaning seven in Italian for that extra luck, is your spot for a fusion of comfort and traditional Italian vibes. Beyond a restaurant, Sette Osteria is a destination for locals and wanderers alike. Our decor is all about people, featuring an open kitchen with a wood-fired pizza station and views of vibrant Connecticut Avenue and R Streets. It's inviting, sophisticated, and buzzing with an international flair.Dive into our $20 Bottomless Weekend brunch (2 hours) or catch the daily Happy Hour from 4pm-7pm, extended on Sun & Mon until 10pm. Sette isn't just a restaurant; it's a lifestyle. Come for the food, stay for the vibes, and let Sette redefine your dining scene.

9. Floriana

4.7

Exceptional(3892)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Italian • Dupont Circle

Booked 37 times today

Floriana offers authentic Italian recipes with handmade pastas in the most comfortable of environments. Located in DC's Dupont Circle neighborhood, in a historic brick stone row house that has been converted into a cozy restaurant, but hasn't given up the feel of coming over to someones home for dinner. Offering a seasonal menu of fresh and local ingredients Floriana has developed a reputation for consistent, high quality, authentic, feel good dishes at a great value. Our pledge of superior service is matched only by our ability to make every guest feel welcome and comfortable when joining us for a DC dining experience.We pay special attention to every guest that chooses Floriana.

A photo of Das Ethiopian - Georgetown restaurant

10. Das Ethiopian - Georgetown

4.9

Exceptional(1552)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Ethiopian • Georgetown

Booked 38 times today

DAS Ethiopian offers you a cozy two story setting, with rare outside dining views and al fresco patio dining in season. DAS is located at the eclectically brilliant historic corner of the internationally renowned shopping district of Georgetown. A tent under which all come to feast is the very Amharic definition of DAS, and that is what you will enjoy here. From neighborhood diners, nearby students, journalists, to international visitors and performers, all enjoy the casual but refined atmosphere that serves up the freshest Ethiopian dishes from local and sustainable food sources. Let us know of your dining plans now so we may accommodate any extra needs or private dining desires you may have. We look forward to serving you again and again!

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DonaldVIP
Orlando / Central Florida East •35 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Excellent food with fantastic customer service. Catfish and ribeye were great. Nice experience.
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Dauphine’sPrice: Expensive• Contemporary American• Downtown
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4.6
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Linda
Washington, D.C. Area •6 reviews
4.0
Dined 3 days ago
Very good daily featured drink. Food was so interesting and just the right size portion. Had a lovely evening
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CIRCA at ClarendonPrice: Moderate• American• Arlington
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4.8
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Natasha
Washington, D.C. Area •1 review
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
We thoroughly enjoyed ourselves. We celebrated my friends birthday. The Bourbon and Bacon experience at Peacock Alley was Divine!
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Peacock Alley - Waldorf Astoria DCPrice: Expensive• American• Washington
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4.6
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William
Philadelphia County •5 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
We thoroughly enjoyed the special Cherry Blossom afternoon tea! The historic ambiance of the St. Regis Hotel coupled with stellar service and amazing tea, savorys, and sweets made for an exquisite experience.
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The St Regis DC - Afternoon teaPrice: Very Expensive• Afternoon Tea• Downtown
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4.3
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KatieVIP
Washington, D.C. Area •1 review
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
As always, a wonderful meal! My 100 year old father mentioned three times how much he loved sitting in the back. We will request that part of the restaurant next time too!
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Peacock CaféPrice: Moderate• Contemporary American• Georgetown
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4.8

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