Best Restaurants for Quiet Conversation in Friendship Heights

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Adams MorganAlexandriaArlingtonBethesdaCapitol HillCleveland Park

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CharmingFancyGood for business mealsGood for groupsGood for special occasionsGreat for brunch

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Gender-neutral restroomWheelchair access

25 restaurants available nearby

1. Persimmon

4.8

Exceptional(2957)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• American • Bethesda

Booked 27 times today

Persimmon is a beloved neighborhood bistro offering up unforgettable favorites! Bring an appetite for great food & wine!Let's Gather & Eat!

A photo of Kingbird at The Watergate Hotel restaurant

2. Kingbird at The Watergate Hotel

4.2

Awesome(2285)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Steakhouse • Foggy Bottom

Booked 28 times today

We are offering breakfast weekdays from 7am-10:30am and lunch from 11:30am-2pm. Our Kingbird Bar hour from 2pm-9pm Tuesday through Fridays. Weekends, we are offering Brunch on Sundays from 11am to 2pm. Join us for High Tea on Saturday & Sunday 1pm-2:30pm. We require all High Tea reservations to be pre-paid, to make a reservation for High Tea please select the Spill the Tea Experience. For children under 12 please email dining@thewatergatehotel.com. We are located within The Watergate Hotel, our elegant yet contemporary restaurant features fine dining with fresh, seasonal ingredients. Valet Parking is $15 for dining.

A photo of Lafayette Restaurant restaurant

3. Lafayette Restaurant

4.8

Exceptional(1628)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• American • Downtown

Booked 30 times today

Washington’s destination for power dining, the Lafayette Restaurant serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. With large windows opening onto Lafayette Park and the White House, this sun-lit dining room is one of the most elegant settings in the capital and is certain to complement any dining experience.

4. Tabard Inn

4.7

Exceptional(3862)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Contemporary American • Dupont Circle

Booked 56 times today

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. 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, as well as Woodberry Kitchen in Baltimore, MD. He also shares the Tabard's longstanding commitment to sourcing ingredients locally. Join us for a meal on our covered patio or one of our intimate dining rooms. Or enjoy drinks and light fare in our historic fireplace lounge, where you can enjoy our creative cocktails! A DC institution since 1922, we look forward to offering our guests all the comforts of a home away from home.

5. La Tomate

4.8

Exceptional(1417)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • Dupont Circle

Booked 29 times today

Since 1987, La Tomate has been Dupont Circle's neighborhood bistro, featuring affordable regional Italian cuisine in a warm ambiance. A window-clad bar and dining room offer charming avenue views onto Connecticut avenue. Enjoy an extended season of “al fresco” dining on our lush outdoor patio. We are committed to providing quality service and excellent food in a warm and friendly atmosphere. We invite you to join us for breakfast a casual lunch, happy hour, dinner, weekend brunch or group events.

A photo of Bistrot Lepic & Wine Bar restaurant

6. Bistrot Lepic & Wine Bar

4.8

Exceptional(2672)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• French • Georgetown

Booked 18 times today

Dear guests,Now open for Lunch, Brunch and Dinner from Tuesday to Sunday for dining in, carry-outs and delivery through Door-Dash and UberEats.Celebrating its 30th year Anniversary, this Grand Little restaurant is definitely part of Georgetown’s culinary landscape!We are offering classic, regional and contemporary French cuisine. At the Wine Bar, you will feel as comfortable and relaxed as you would in your home.For Jazz night, please request a table in the Wine Bar. The Jazz performances are every Wednesday nights, from 6pm to 9pm.In July, a 3% service fee will be added to all guest checks and will be used to cover the increasing server wages.This fee is not a tip.Visit our Sister Bistrot, La Piquette on 3714 Macomb Street Nw. in Cleveland Park - Tel: 202 686 2015 - info@lapiquettedc.com

7. La Piquette

4.8

Exceptional(3014)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• French • Cleveland Park

Booked 26 times today

Dear Guests,A neighborhood Bistrot located in Cleveland Park that stays faithful to its French roots offering the best French dishes on this side of the AtlanticExecutive Chef Francis Layrle prepares a daily menu with farm raised and seasonal fresh ingredients. The bar offers a carefully curated wine selection and house cocktails. La Piquette presents an authentic bistrot atmosphere the way it is meant to be: fun, simple and delicious.

8. Brasserie Liberté

4.4

Awesome(2364)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Contemporary French / American • Georgetown

Booked 58 times today

At Brasserie Liberté traditional French meets modern luxury in the heart of Georgetown. Our menu reflects the comfort food of the cuisine served in a cozy and laidback setting.Please note the Fabergé Egg seats 4 guests.

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9. Gregorio's at Sumner Place

4.4

Awesome(61)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Italian • Bethesda

Booked 1 time today

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10. Fred & Stilla

4.1

Excellent(119)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• International • Dupont Circle

Booked 6 times today

Discover the kind of place that connects people with the world through the power of food. It requires a flair for sharing one's own culture, and the empathetic understanding of the culture of another. Our fare, like our space, is simple and modern—letting the natural beauty of globally inspired comfort foods shine through—but plated to impress.At Fred and Stilla, peace meets style. Linger over bold pour over coffee until the last message in your inbox is finally cleared away. Settle into an inviting corner for an after-work drink that turns into dinner that turns back into drinksCheck out one of our many incredible events and experiences - https://www.fredandstilla.com/experiences/#!/

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Dennis
Baltimore / Maryland •9 reviews
4.0
Dined 1 day ago
Great service, but even better was the food. Staff was attentive, the wine list was great, and the food (ravioli) was amazing! Definitely will return.
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La TomatePrice: Expensive• Italian• Dupont Circle
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4.8
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cindy
Washington, D.C. Area •20 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
We celebrated a lovely birthday dinner here. Greeted like an old friend at the neighborhood restaurant, it feels comfortable yet the menu can be celebratory. The service was attentive and not rushed...and treated to a birthday dessert! The rockfish was cooked perfectly! I recommend Persimmon!
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PersimmonPrice: Expensive• American• Bethesda
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4.8
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Teba
Washington, D.C. Area •27 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Always great menu choices and excellent customer service! Great vibes and beautiful interior architecture!
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Kingbird at The Watergate HotelPrice: Expensive• Steakhouse• Foggy Bottom
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4.2
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Tom
Southwest Florida •30 reviews
5.0
Dined on Mar 4, 2025
Iconic restaurant across with great food and superb service.
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Lafayette RestaurantPrice: Expensive• American• Downtown
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4.8
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FredVIP
Washington, D.C. Area •10 reviews
5.0
Dined on Mar 3, 2025
Super great food, pleasant and warm staff, good live music, comfortable, cozy, sophisticated vibe.
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Tabard InnPrice: Moderate• Contemporary American• Dupont Circle
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4.7

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