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1. Succotash PRIME
4.6
Exceptional(4180)
Price: Moderate
• American • Penn Quarter
Booked 92 times today
Succotash PRIME is a progressive perspective of classic Southern favorites. James Beard Award winner Edward Lee brings his Korean roots and Southern repertoire to a soulful Southern Steakhouse menu.SUCCOTASH is named after the classic dish that has been a longstanding staple of the Southern table. While many know “Succotash” when they see it, the dish has been interpreted, modified, and passed from generation to generation for centuries. Our “Succotash” is special to us and we invite you to experience the South from our point of view.
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2. Dirty Habit | The Glass House
4.3
Awesome(2355)
Price: Moderate
• Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service • Penn Quarter
Booked 15 times today
Dirty Habit DC is a globally inspired New American restaurant & bar in a hip, edgy hotel space with private courtyard space. Just a perfect location for happy hour cocktails, events and private bookings. Open for breakfast, brunch, lunch, dinner and late night bites.
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3. Oyamel
4.6
Exceptional(9749)
Price: Moderate
• Mexican • Penn Quarter
Booked 126 times today
At Oyamel, José Andrés and his team combine Mexico's rich regional diversity with the vibrant urban atmosphere of Mexico City. The liveliness of the dining room is matched by the creativity of the menu and cocktail list, featuring antojitos--Mexican small plates--ceviches and tacos.
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4. Tonari
4.4
Awesome(355)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Penn Quarter
Booked 34 times today
Tonari is our Wafu Italian restaurant. WAFU means Japanese-style, so our menu is a Japanese take on Italian food. It originated in Japan through the love that the Japanese had for Italian food but wanted to incorporate some of their cultural flavors and ingredients to them. We at Daikaya Group and chef & owner, Katsuya Fukushima, are bringing this experience to you here in DC.Looking for some fun Japanese antipasti bites, one of a kind pasta dishes, or pizza that you won't find anywhere else in the city? Then come join us for dinner, we look forward to having you soon.
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5. Estuary
4.6
Exceptional(765)
Price: Moderate
• Contemporary American • Penn Quarter
Booked 9 times today
At Estuary, we celebrate the essence of contemporary American cuisine while embracing the rich bounty of the Chesapeake region. Modern design and floor-to-ceiling windows await you, giving way to sweeping views of DC’s iconic skyline. Here, the city’s dynamic energy pairs seamlessly with a menu that tells a story of culture, tradition, and artistry – all firmly rooted in the Chesapeake.To complement the flavors on your plate, we present an extensive selection of meticulously curated wines and handcrafted cocktails. Chef de Cuisine Arturo Elias brings a deeply personal touch to every dish, making full use of his traditional French training while also drawing inspiration from memories of cooking side-by-side with his grandmother in Mexico. His multicultural experience shines through in bold, flavorful accents that add a unique twist to Mid-Atlantic fare, blending time-honored techniques with a passion for innovation.
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6. Del Frisco's Double Eagle Steakhouse - DC
4.5
Awesome(4315)
Price: Very Expensive
• Steakhouse • Downtown
Booked 38 times today
Del Frisco's Double Eagle Steakhouse in DC is the real deal when it comes to authentic American steakhouses. Reviewers rave about the excellent food, friendly service, and great atmosphere. The restaurant consistently receives high ratings for its ambiance, food, and service. One reviewer even called it 'high class top notch' and praised its 'superb menu'. It's clear that Del Frisco's Double Eagle Steakhouse is a place you can trust for a genuine steakhouse experience.
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7. Summit Rooftop Bar
4.6
Exceptional(104)
Price: Moderate
• Tapas / Small Plates • Downtown
Booked 5 times today
Summit, the Rooftop at Conrad, is open to the public for walk-ins and reservations for parties of 10 or more. Menu includes lite bites, wine, beer, cocktails, mocktails and frozé. Unparalleled views of Downtown DC, the US Capitol, the Washington Monument combined with a relaxed atmosphere provide the ideal setting for a casual afternoon drink, or a lively night of celebration.Our refreshing cocktail list features spirits from some of DC's finest distillers alongside beers from the region's most notable breweries, while our wine list offers selections from wineries that practice sustainable farming and wine making methods.For groups of 20 or more, we encourage you to consider a private event at Summit! To discuss a buy-out, please reach out to wasci.events.and.catering@conradhotels.com.
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8. Spotted Zebra
3.9
Excellent(15)
Price: Expensive
• American • Downtown
Booked 3 times today
WE ARE THE SPOTTED ZEBRAMany ask about our name, well it is whimsical, and one might say esoteric, and derives from a misquote by a prominent former US Senator from Tennessee, who confidently proclaimed, "A zebra does not change its spots". In this new DC hot-SPOT, we shine a tongue-in-cheek SPOT-light on the contradictory, and often irreverent and humorous words from politics. They are weaved into the names of dishes and cocktails and found on the top of tables, the bar, and people's minds.
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9. Karma Modern Indian | Karizma Modern
4.7
Exceptional(548)
Price: Expensive
• Indian • Mount Vernon Square
Booked 3 times today
Karma's dining rooms now offer TWO distinct dining experiences - A CHEF TASTING MENU & A-LA CARTE experience. Karizma - the new format offers a refreshed menu for ala carte dining. Visit: www.karizmadc.com or www.karmamodernindian.com for details.Karizma, the latest ala carte concept by Karma Modern Indian, offers an upscale casual dining experience. Led by award-winning Chef Ajay Kumar, Karma | Karizma blends traditional Indian flavors with modern culinary techniques to create bold, innovative dishes. Karma Modern Indian is a Michelin Bib Gourmand restaurant since 2021 in Washington, D.C., known for its innovative approach to traditional Indian cuisine. Karma has now transitioned to an exclusive, reservations-only tasting menu concept, offering 4-, 6-, and 9-course dining experiences alongside Karizma. Our carefully curated menu, crafted by award-winning Chef Ajay Kumar, takes guests on a culinary journey through India’s diverse flavors, paired with an exceptional wine selection.
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10. Sax
4.3
Awesome(1237)
Price: Expensive
• Contemporary American • Penn Quarter
SAX is the only East Coast modern Supper Club, serving up reinvented New American cuisine with a variety of seafood, steak entrees and unique craft cocktails alongside continuous live entertainment including choreographed dance sets, aerialists, pole ballet and contortionists. SAX also transforms late night into DC's hottest nightclub/lounge with live DJs, entertainment and VIP bottle service.Reservation cancellation or decrease in party size less than 24 hours before your event is subject to a fee of $15 per person and will be charged to the provided credit card. SAX can only hold your reservation for 15 minutes after it has passed, if no guests have checked in, it is considered a no-show with the $15 per person fee.SAX is your perfect special occasion celebration destination whether a birthday or bachelorette party, holiday or corporate party, or private event space.Valentines Day the minimum spending requirement per couple is $200, anything over 2 people will be $75 per person
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