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Founding Farmers DC: Foggy Bottom
Price: Moderate•American•4.5(34,611)Foggy Bottom - 2
Zaytinya - DC
Price: Expensive•Mediterranean•4.7(19,670)Penn Quarter - 3
Old Ebbitt Grill
Price: Moderate•American•4.8(30,021)Downtown - 4
Filomena Ristorante
Price: Expensive•Italian•4.8(17,462)Georgetown - 5
Joe's Seafood, Prime Steak & Stone Crab - Washington DC
Price: Very Expensive•Seafood•4.8(10,290)Downtown
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STK - DC
Price: Very Expensive•Steakhouse•3.9(547)Mount Vernon Square - 2
The Park at 14th
Price: Expensive•Contemporary American•4.8(3,031)Downtown - 3
Peacock Alley - Waldorf Astoria DC
Price: Expensive•American•4.6(39)Washington - 4
dLeña
Price: Moderate•Mexican•4.7(2,184)Mount Vernon Square - 5
Tabard Inn
Price: Moderate•Contemporary American•4.7(3,887)Dupont Circle
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Dirty Habit | The Glass House
Price: Moderate•Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service•4.3(2,328)Penn Quarter - 2
The Pembroke
Price: Expensive•Global, International•4.6(2,034)Dupont Circle - 3
The Greenhouse at The Jefferson, DC
Price: Expensive•Contemporary American•4.7(1,107)Downtown - 4
Ocean Prime - Washington D.C.
Price: Very Expensive•Seafood•4.8(4,491)Downtown - 5
Bar Chinois
Price: Moderate•Chinese•4.6(649)Shaw
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Yardbird Table & Bar - Washington D.C.
Price: Expensive•Contemporary Southern•4.4(2,567)At Yardbird, our famous fried chicken is the heart of our Southern hospitality, celebrated by culinary giants like James Beard and Bon Appétit. Our menu reflects cherished family recipes and genuine warmth, capturing the essence of Southern charm. From our vibrant Miami Beach origins to our global expansion, we've remained committed to culinary excellence, honoring timeless American classics while embracing innovation.Alero - U Street
Price: Moderate•Mexican•4.2(20)Alero Restaurant is an intimate, colorful Mexican eatery on U street. Known for margaritas, traditional Mexican food & a lively scene. Two large patios blends the scenery of vibrant U street.Opened for over twenty years and taking great pride in our food and service, Alero Restaurant invites you and your amigos - old and new - to sit back, relax and enjoy your dining experience for we guarantee it will be a memorable one!
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- SSoniaNew Mexico •1 review5.0Dined 3 days agoGypsy Kitchen is one of my favorite places. Always consistent with delicious food, good service and ambience.More infoGypsy Kitchen - DCPrice: Expensive• Mediterranean• Logan Circle•4.6
- KKendell1 review5.0Dined 5 days agoFirst time there, service was great and attentive- food was delicious and transformative all in all was a an amazing experience, my coworker, and said that he was blown away.More infoBrescaPrice: Expensive• Contemporary French / American• U Street Corridor•4.5
- RRonFayetteville / Northwest Arkansas •2 reviews5.0Dined 7 days agoundiscovered gem. fabulous flavors. very cool vibe.More infoMi Vida, 14th StreetPrice: Moderate• Mexican• Logan Circle•4.6
- DDonnaLos Angeles •3 reviews5.0Dined on Mar 20, 2025A great dinner. Loved the food, staff, ambience, environment.More infoLupo Verde - 14th StPrice: Expensive• Italian• Logan Circle•4.6
- KKingWashington, D.C. Area •2 reviews5.0Dined on Mar 8, 2025It was an amazing place and the food was top notch. I strongly recommend it to anyone looking for a great vibe.More infoEatopia EateryPrice: Expensive• Ethiopian• U Street Corridor•4.8
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McPherson Square is the location of many food trucks that specialize in all types of authentic cuisine. In addition to tacos, pizza, falafel, and sandwiches, there are even trucks that offer Thai, Indian, and Ethiopian food, as well as some innovative fusion recipes. If you are looking for more of a traditional sit-down restaurant, there are plenty of options for American fare. These dining establishments serve prime cuts of steak and seafood. Italian delights are also plentiful in this neighborhood, so you can enjoy classics like chicken parmesan or shrimp scampi. There is also some great soul food in the area.
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