Diners' Choice: American restaurants in Washington, D.C. Area

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Updated June 05, 2025

Looking for restaurants with the best overall American cuisine in Washington, D.C. Area? You’re in the right place. Each month OpenTable analyzes more than 400,000 new diner reviews. We sort the results by category to help you discover new favorites. It's a great partnership: you reserve, eat, and review. We listen...and deliver the results for all to benefit. Enjoy!

The Restaurant at Patowmack Farm

5.0

5 (1714)

$50 and over

American

Lovettsville

About the restaurant

Voted 2024 #1 Northern VA Magazine - "Michelin inspectors, take note."

Sourcing food and supporting local artisan growers and producers and utilizing our farm as the chefs pantry gives us the opportunity to create an evolving menu that draws its inspiration from the seasons and in harmony with the earth. The venue has a breathtaking view and natural setting overlooking the Potomac River.

We offer a tasting menu Thursday through Sunday evenings. Please visit our website at www.patowmackfarm.com for the menu.

Weddings, rehearsal dinners, corporate or special events – we strive to exceed your dreams. Innovative and skillfully executed dishes follow the lead of nature, being mindful of the environment.

Due to the style of menu on special events and holidays and the complexities involved with individual and specific food allergies, we are unable to accommodate dietary restrictions on those days. We make every effort to provide vegetarian and accommodate gluten sensitivities.

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Jose

Dined on Jun 27, 2025

Outstanding in every category! We had a five stars experience! Excellent food and service. Fantastic ambience and personal attention. We hope to return soon!

Persimmon

4.8

4.8 (3001)

$31 to $50

American

Bethesda

About the restaurant

Persimmon is a beloved neighborhood bistro offering up unforgettable favorites!

Bring an appetite for great food & wine!

Let's Gather & Eat!

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Rosalie

Dined 4 days ago

Scallops with Mushroom risotto fantasic as was the Apple crisp desert

PrimeTime College Park

4.8

4.8 (18)

$31 to $50

American

College Park

About the restaurant

PrimeTime is a unique “vintage” sports themed restaurant located on the ground floor of the Cambria Hotel in College Park. Meticulously designed to capture the essence of sports, retro in nature with an artistic approach to its great history. Upscale American food and spirits in combination with an ambience rooted in nostalgia will set the stage for a rich and inviting environment, reinforcing the sense of a welcoming and familiar space, transporting the guest back to simple times in America.

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Don

Dined on Jun 18, 2025

The staff and server were great very helpful in getting our orders perfect. Our meals were excellent! Can’t wait to try more dishes.

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Experience

Thursday Night's "A Steak in the Neighborhood"

Pinstripes - Bethesda

4.9

4.9 (231)

$30 and under

American

North Bethesda

About the restaurant

Pinstripes: Where Sophisticated Fun Meets Exquisite Dining. With over 30,000 square feet of entertainment space, indulge in scratch-made Italian-American cuisine, handcrafted cocktails, and a robust wine list. Enjoy our weekday happy hour from 3-6:30pm, or don't miss our famous bottomless brunch buffet on weekends. Experience modern bowling and bocce with full-service dining and entertainment options. Perfect for corporate gatherings, celebrations, or family events, our versatile spaces accommodate parties of 20 to 1000 guests. Book your unforgettable experience today!

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ERICK

Dined on Jun 18, 2025

Food was great. They have deals different deals every day.

The Prime Rib

4.8

4.8 (3482)

$50 and over

American

Downtown

About the restaurant

D.C's premier steakhouse with tuxedoed waiters and a 1940s Manhattan supper-club setting since 1976. Top five romantic restaurant in America (Food and Wine magazine). Live piano nightly. Valet parking. business casual for gentlemen.

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Julia

Dined 3 days ago

The Prime Rib is one of those enduring institutions that continues to provide impeccable service and top notch fare, in a timeless atmosphere that provides a great location for celebrating a birthday with friends. The steak and accompaniments were consistently good, as were the mixed cocktails (the martinis in particular!) that were excellent. It's always a treat to dine with The Prime Rib as they are truly a gem of a place to enjoy a wonderful meal in a beautiful old world environment. Most notable, they always have the most professional and attentive team, providing stellar service. from the experience of the front man, to the servers, to the bar/mixologists. We like to frequent this location but don't come often enough. We will be back!

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Heirloom - Reston

4.8

4.8 (492)

$50 and over

American

Reston

About the restaurant

Speakeasy vibe with a nostalgic and warm feel. Enjoy our unique handcrafted cocktails and inspired wine list alongside refined Northern American cuisine with nods to the Mediterranean region. Heirloom puts a new spin on old-world flavors. Like a family heirloom passed down through generations, the main events on Heirloom's menu showcase tried and true dishes that are both comforting and innovative.

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KirstenVIP

Dined 3 days ago

I dined alone for dinner and was very pleased with the food and service from all of the employees. My interactions with the hostess, waitress, food runner, and manager were friendly and professional.

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4.8

4.8 (4106)

$30 and under

American

Old Town Alexandria

About the restaurant

Discover Ada's on the River, an esteemed culinary gem situated at 3 Pioneer Mill Way in Alexandria, VA. Famed for its upscale American fare with bold, wood-fired flavors, Ada's is your go-to restaurant, for lunch, happy hour, dinner, and brunch. As one of the best restaurants in Alexandria, VA, our diverse menu showcases a steakhouse worthy selection of aged meats, fresh seafood, indulgent desserts, some of the best cocktails in Old Town, and extensive wine list make your dining experience unforgettable. Enjoy stunning Potomac River views and impeccable service, making us the top choice for both intimate date nights and grand celebrations needing private event space.

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Kathy

Dined 1 day ago

Our outdoor table was perfect, the crabcakes and chocolate soufflé were superb, and Sean our waiter was great! Highly recommended!

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The Chop House Bistro

4.8

4.8 (252)

$30 and under

American

Luray

About the restaurant

Our menu features fresh, hand-selected, LOCAL and seasonal foods prepared with a progressive flair by Executive Chef Ryan Zale.
Farm to Table is the mainstay of our eating philosophy. That’s why we work with community food producers to support organic, sustainable, LOCAL farms, and put the finest, freshest foods on the table for you. We’re serious about making choices that are environmentally sound, from the food we carefully hand-select to the aprons our kitchen and wait staff wear.

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MattVIP

Dined on Jun 27, 2025

This has quickly become my favorite restaurant. Highly recommend. Burgers and steaks are outstanding.

Laporta's Restaurant

4.8

4.8 (2345)

$30 and under

American

Alexandria

About the restaurant

Laporta’s restaurant is the ideal place for extraordinary food in a casual, comfortable setting. Laporta’s has an attentively serviced contemporary dining room perfect for a romantic evening out or any other special occasion, combined with an adjoining intimate Jazz lounge. Relax and listen to the live jazz featured nightly. The lounge has the warmth and friendly feel of a local’s bar yet with the same excellence of service and consistency of food quality that defines our dining room and exemplifies the restaurant as a whole. The menu features inventive fresh seafoods and hearty pastas complemented by the provincial-style desserts of Margaret Laporta.

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JohnVIP

Dined 2 days ago

We had a lovely evening. Our server was great and the food was delicious. I really enjoyed the schnitzel.

Seasons Restaurant - Four Seasons Washington DC

4.7

4.7 (928)

$30 and under

American

Georgetown

About the restaurant

Located in the heart of Georgetown, Seasons Restaurant at Four Seasons Hotel Washington, DC offers a fine dining breakfast, brunch and lunch experience in a bright, sunlit setting. A favorite among Washington's power players, this elegant Georgetown restaurant is renowned for its iconic power breakfast and legendary Sunday brunch. The menu reinvents classic morning favorites with fresh, innovative twists, from fluffy pancakes and golden waffles to globally inspired dishes made with the finest seasonal ingredients. Whether you're starting your day with a power breakfast, savoring a relaxed brunch or meeting for a business lunch, Seasons offers an inviting setting with exceptional cuisine and service in Washington, DC.

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MarleneVIP

Dined on Jun 19, 2025

The team at the Four Seasons is absolutely exceptional. I always feel like I’m on vacation.

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