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1. The Dabney
4.7
Exceptional(238)
Price: Very Expensive
• American • Shaw
Booked 22 times today
Located in historic Blagden Alley in D.C.'s Shaw neighborhood since 2015, The Dabney continues to pay tribute to the wonderful farmers, watermen, and purveyors of the mid-Atlantic region whom provide some of the best and most unique products in the country. We celebrate these ingredients by preparing them in a large wood burning hearth which is the centerpiece of our open kitchen. The current dining room experience is an 8-course tasting menu honoring the Mid-Atlantic's bounty. We offer an additional 3-course experience at our bar and bar area tables. Walk-in guests are welcome to enjoy the bar area as well.The Dabney has been awarded one Michelin star every year since 2017, James Beard Foundation Best Chef Mid-Atlantic for Chef Jeremiah Langhorne in 2018, and Washingtonian Magazine's #1 restaurant in 2023. At this time we are unable to accommodate severe allium and dairy allergies as well as vegan and vegetarian diets.
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2. Bresca
4.6
Exceptional(853)
Price: Expensive
• Contemporary French / American • U Street Corridor
Booked 21 times today
Bresca offers A La Carte and Tasting Menu options! Parties of 5 or more will be required to do our Chef's Tasting Menu. We are a Contemporary French restaurant and cocktail bar located in the bustling 14th Street neighborhood. Our team explores the finest in seasonal ingredients paired with genuine hospitality.
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3. The Pembroke
4.5
Awesome(1917)
Price: Expensive
• Global, International • Dupont Circle
Booked 68 times today
The Pembroke is a neighborhood gem, situated in the heart of Dupont Circle. With its stunning design, featuring plush velvet banquettes and cream-paneled walls, it provides panoramic views of the neighborhood. The restaurant has received rave reviews for its outstanding cuisine, with many customers praising its great ambiance and exceptional service. As one reviewer put it, it's a 'wonderful venue, well appointed with leather banquettes, comfortable seating, and a fantastic chic vibe.'
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4. Iron Gate
4.6
Exceptional(2984)
Price: Very Expensive
• Mediterranean • Dupont Circle
Booked 19 times today
Iron Gate, located near Dupont Circle, stands as one of the district’s oldest continuously operating restaurants and is split between a sumptuous dining room, a wisteria covered patio and a handsomely enclosed carriageway that houses the bar.Chef Anthony Chittum, a native of Maryland’s Eastern Shore, and his team have revitalized the space with a menu that takes inspiration for the cuisines of Greece, Sicily, Sardinian and Southern Italy, interpreting those traditions and techniques using the finest products and seasonal ingredients of the Mid-Atlantic.Iron Gate also serves as an idyllic oasis for fine private events both large and small, so please consider us when planning your next fête, we'd love to have you as our guests.
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5. Tabard Inn
4.7
Exceptional(3735)
Price: Moderate
• Contemporary American • Dupont Circle
Booked 72 times today
Tabard Inn is a neighborhood gem in Dupont Circle, known for its eclectic menu created daily from fresh, local, and seasonal ingredients. As one reviewer put it, it's a 'hidden gem' with a 'wonderful menu and impeccable service.' The ambiance is described as 'cozy', 'quaint', and 'historic', with 'excellent food' and a 'great value'. Many reviewers also appreciate the 'attentive and discreet service' which adds to the overall positive experience.
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6. Tortino
4.7
Exceptional(1884)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • Downtown
Booked 8 times today
Executive Chef and owner Noé Canales welcomes you to experience his vision of contemporary Italian cuisine in his lovely new neighborhood restaurant designed to transport you to a trattoria in Tuscany.
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7. La Piquette
4.9
Exceptional(2918)
Price: Expensive
• French • Cleveland Park
Booked 34 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.
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8. El Secreto de Rosita
4.6
Exceptional(683)
Price: Moderate
• Latin American • Downtown
Booked 22 times today
El Secreto De Rosita seeks to create great tasting food to be enjoyed in an eclectic "hacienda" atmosphere that warms the heart.
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9. Silver
4.5
Awesome(2189)
Price: Moderate
• Contemporary American • Bethesda
Booked 70 times today
SILVER is an New American Brasserie with a distinctive new shine. Led by award-winning Chef, Ype Von Hengst, SILVER’s menu features contemporary American cuisine and healthier choices, influenced by the great brasseries from around the world. We specialize in offering a broad menu of contemporary favorites, seasonal specials, and healthier options, featuring ingredients from local farms and purveyors. Our bar menu features hand-crafted pre-prohibition style cocktails, local brews and American wines carefully curated to showcase the traditions of American wine makers. Open early until late, serving breakfast, lunch, dinner and late night brunch. SILVER offers the choices for how you live and a healthy dose of what you crave.
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10. Pearl Dive Oyster Palace
4.8
Exceptional(1548)
Price: Expensive
• Seafood • Logan Circle
Booked 28 times today
With an ambience steeped in rustic charm and a menu filled with treasures from the sea, Pearl Dive Oyster Palace focuses on fresh produce and quality ingredients in its welcoming eatery. Specializing in a wide variety of oysters, from such places as Virginia, Japan, Rhode Island, British Columbia and Washington state, Peal Dive Oyster Palace takes oyster preparation seriously, complementing the delicate taste of the oyster. Appetizer options include crispy crawfish fritters, barbecue shrimp and wood-grilled oysters. Besides oysters, house specialties have a decidedly Cajun flair, with items such as seafood gumbo, crawfish etouffee and Gulf Coast Redfish, all of which have an amazing balance of spices. The rich entrées at Pearl Dive Oyster Bar are further replicated in its dessert menu, with winning options like Beignets and Brazos River Bottom Pecan Pie.
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  • AlyN
    Greater Boston •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 3 days ago
    One of the best meals of my life. Service, vibe, food, cocktail were all impeccable but in a completely not pretentious way. Every bite on the tasting menu was complex and flavorful, that left you considering and thinking after each bite. It was simply SO GOOD.
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    BrescaPrice: Expensive• Contemporary French / American• U Street Corridor
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    4.6
  • Melissa
    Washington, D.C. Area •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 4 days ago
    Amazing anniversary experience. The food, service, atmosphere, attention to detail—all so special!
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    The DabneyPrice: Very Expensive• American• Shaw
    •
    4.7
  • Stuartvip
    New York City •47 reviews
    4.0
    Dined 4 days ago
    Food was good not great, service was very good, but it was very noisy in the indoor part of the restaurant. And there was also music playing which made it hard to hear other people at our own table of 4. If you wear hearing aids communication would be close to a lost cause.
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    Iron GatePrice: Very Expensive• Mediterranean• Dupont Circle
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    4.6
  • Tom
    Washington, D.C. Area •4 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 4 days ago
    The food, service and atmosphere were all first rate, but the restaurant was relatively full and the noise level made it difficult to hear quiet conversation so we had to speak up at our table of four 
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    Tabard InnPrice: Moderate• Contemporary American• Dupont Circle
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    4.7
  • Deannavip
    Washington, D.C. Area •10 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on Nov 15, 2024
    Great meal! We only had a short time for dinner as we were headed to a concert. The staff was extremely attentive, served courses at a perfect pace so we were timely but didn’t feel rushed. Food was delicious and plentiful. And it is SO nice to eat in a restaurant where you don’t have to shout to be heard. We carried on our conversation at normal speaking levels and didn’t hear from those at tables near us. Convenient location and definitely will be back.
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    The PembrokePrice: Expensive• Global, International• Dupont Circle
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    4.5

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