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A photo of i Ricchi restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(3753)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Dupont Circle
Booked 4 times today
A restaurant specializing in the preparation of Cucina Rustica Tuscan country-style, scratch cooking. Attentive service from experienced and caring staff. Italian wine list. Outdoor dining on the Piazza. Valet parking Friday and Saturday. The Cafe / Patio is open with Tents, Heaters and Blankets featuring warm specialty drinks for your Winter pleasure. Open Tuesday thru Sunday. Curb side pick up thru www.iricchifoodclub.com. See our Sunday Specials!!
A photo of Filomena Ristorante restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(17033)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Georgetown
Booked 254 times today
Filomena Now over 40 Years and counting!Filomena is a Washington DC landmark restaurant now with over 40 years of serving some of the finest Italian food you can enjoy. Our Pasta is fresh made by hand just like it was done for centuries in Italy. Our bakery is in-house, and we make over 20 different desserts to choose from. During Valentine's Day, Easter, Halloween and Christmas you can experience some of the most incredible decorations you can find! Four decades of making not just a great dining experience but a memorable one. Filomena has recently introduced a full line of homemade pasta, sauces, desserts that can be shipped nationwide too!
A photo of North Italia - Washington DC restaurant
4.6
Exceptional(1671)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • West End
Booked 35 times today
At North, we focus on what we do best: Italian from scratch. Enjoy any of our handmade pastas and pizzas, created with seasonal ingredients and inventive flavors. Or, try a different signature dish, prepared with our fresh flavors from the garden, farm, and sea. We’ve hand crafted seasonal cocktails that pair great with our food, creating a real modern Italia experiences perfect for any occasion.
A photo of MXDC restaurant
4.5
Awesome(2449)
Price: Moderate
• Mexican • Downtown
Booked 19 times today
🎉🌮 Exciting News Alert! 🌮🎉We are thrilled to announce that MXDC is officially OPEN at our new location at 1610 14th St NW, Washington DC! 🎉✨ Come join us for an unforgettable dining, lounge, and bar experience filled with delicious tacos, refreshing drinks, and fantastic vibes. 🍹🌶️We can't wait to welcome you to our new home and create many more memorable moments together! See you soon at MXDC!With love and tacos,The MXDC Team ❤️🌮❤️
A photo of DAIKAYA 2F THE IZAKAYA restaurant
4.6
Exceptional(2112)
Price: Expensive
• Japanese • Penn Quarter
Booked 35 times today
DAIKAYA 2F THE IZAKAYA is a fun restaurant because of its unique Izakaya style, offering a diverse selection of bar offerings to accompany Japanese comfort food. The food is described as 'interesting', 'creative', and 'delicious', and the atmosphere is vibrant and energetic. One reviewer highlighted the 'great selection of cocktails and beer' and another appreciated the 'live music sets'. The restaurant is great for 'after work', 'before a big night out', or 'late-night bites with friends', indicating it's a fun place to hang out.
A photo of Gordon Ramsay Street Pizza - Washington DC restaurant
4.0
Excellent(27)
Price: Expensive
• Pizza Bar • Penn Quarter
Booked 24 times today
Street Pizza is the ultimate destination for drool-inducing food, live sports and banging tunes - with iconic DJs, game days and unforgettable nights, with pizza by your side.At Street Pizza we run our own race; we're uncompromising on our exceptional food, we've created iconic restaurants where you can kick back, shoot pool, flex your arcade muscles, thrash your best mates all the way to the top of the leaderboards, watch your fave sports teams become legendary, or simply sass around in a photobooth.Quite simply, it's pizza without rules. And quite frankly, it's legendary.
A photo of Gute Leute restaurant
4.8
Exceptional(61)
Price: Moderate
• Café • Arlington
Booked 5 times today
Gute Leute Coffee Bar is one of the most popular coffee bars in Korea,known for its own unique signature coffee creations.In German, gute Leute means "good people"and it is with this idea that gute Leute strives to create a spacein which good people can enjoy good company.Our logo is inspired by the pine treebecause it stays green all year long like our enthusiasm for coffee.Every branch in Seoul has its own signature menu created by baristas.We also present seasonal coffee courses that are constructed with theirown stories.
A photo of Haikan restaurant
4.6
Exceptional(650)
Price: Moderate
• Ramen • Shaw
Booked 33 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.
A photo of Pink Taco - DC restaurant
3.9
Excellent(355)
Price: Moderate
• Mexican • Navy Yard
Booked 4 times today
Welcome to Pink Taco - home of Iconic Rock n' Roll Vibe Dining. With every salted rim, Pink Taco is redefining the dining industry; crafting an unforgettable experience of Mexican-inspired fare, that is daringly imaginative with our uncomplicated and innovative approach to LA-style street tacos, perfectly shaken margaritas, signature cocktails and best-in-class service. Whether it's the music the moves you, or the Instagrammable moments you want to capture with our murals, decor, neon lights, Pink Tacos & Squirt Can Paloma (yes, you read that right), join Pink Taco for Lunch, Dinner, Taco Tuesdays, Hangover Brunch & Happy Hour. Your night starts NOW at Pink Taco!
A photo of Sports & Social DC restaurant
4.3
Awesome(17)
Price: Moderate
• Unspecified • U Street Corridor
Booked 10 times today
Sports & Social is DC's newest premier sports watching destination. This one-of-a-kind sports bar boasts a 25-foot LED media wall, and over a dozen HDTVs, it’s the next best thing to watching the game at the stadium. Sports & Social offers guests an elevated dining and beverage experience including made-from-scratch menu items and curated cocktails.

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  • Ruth
    Washington, D.C. Area •2 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 1 day ago
    Filomena has always been our go-to restaurant, and it never fails to exceed our expectations. The moment you step inside, you’re greeted with a warm, inviting ambiance that sets the tone for an incredible dining experience. The food, as always, was absolutely delicious—each dish crafted with care and bursting with flavor. What truly elevated our evening was the outstanding service we received from Nebil. His professionalism, attentiveness, and genuine friendliness made us feel truly valued as guests. Nebil anticipated our needs effortlessly, provided thoughtful recommendations, and ensured everything was perfect from start to finish. It’s rare to encounter such exceptional service, and it made an already great meal even more memorable. Filomena, once again, proved why it remains our favorite dining spot!
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    Filomena RistorantePrice: Expensive• Italian• Georgetown
    4.7
  • Sheilavip
    Washington, D.C. Area •3 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 4 days ago
    Perfect for a quiet evening with a friend. The owner Chris, visited our table and was gracious and friendly as always. The mushroom risotto was delicious! I always enjoy my experience at I Ricchi.
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    i RicchiPrice: Expensive• Italian• Dupont Circle
    4.7
  • jamesvip
    Washington, D.C. Area •92 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 5 days ago
    I love this restaurant and have been going since they opened many years prior to the pandemic. The pasta is prepared on the premises and the prices are reasonable. Great quality!
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    North Italia - Washington DCPrice: Moderate• Italian• West End
    4.6
  • Tony
    New Orleans / Louisiana •12 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 7 days ago
    The menu was creative, the selections that I tried were outstanding (apart from the pork belly). The ambiance was hip and cool ,love the nu disco selections that were playing and classics. Comfortable seating and very attentive service.. kudos to the bartender the drinks were amazing- flavor profiles five stars -Will definitely be back and this time bringing friends
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    DAIKAYA 2F THE IZAKAYAPrice: Expensive• Japanese• Penn Quarter
    4.6
  • Alyx
    Washington, D.C. Area •5 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on Nov 15, 2024
    Great modern twist on Mexican cuisine. The food is top-notch, with standout dishes like lobster guacamole, aguachile ceviche, and rich mole poblano. The tacos selection are also excellent, and the drink menu complements the flavors perfectly. Service is friendly and everything was amazing all around!!
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    MXDCPrice: Moderate• Mexican• Downtown
    4.5

Discover best fun restaurants in Dupont Circle

Discover the vibrant and exciting dining scene in Washington, D.C.'s Dupont Circle, where the keyword "fun" truly comes to life in its array of restaurants. Dupont Circle offers an eclectic mix of dining experiences that cater to those looking for an enjoyable and lively atmosphere. Each restaurant in this location prides itself on creative menus, exceptional service, and a unique ambiance that guarantees a memorable meal out. Whether you're in the mood for innovative cocktails, gourmet cuisine, or just a great place to socialize, Dupont Circle has something to offer. The area is known for its youthful energy and is a popular spot for both locals and tourists seeking a fun dining experience. This summary reflects the collective attributes of restaurants in Dupuck Circle, emphasizing their commitment to providing not just a meal, but an enjoyable dining adventure. Explore the heart of Washington, D.C.'s culinary fun zone with friends or family and experience dining like never before.

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