Best Casual Restaurants in Mount Vernon Square

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A photo of DAIKAYA 2F THE IZAKAYA restaurant

1. DAIKAYA 2F THE IZAKAYA

4.4

Awesome(2151)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Japanese • Penn Quarter

Booked 2 times today

Please be advised that the reservation is for the Izakaya on the second floor and not the ramen shop on the first floor. The ramen menu is not available at the Izakaya. The Izakaya, located on the second floor of Daikaya, is a casual restaurant that serves Japanese comfort food to accompany a diverse selection of bar offerings. The izakaya experience is perfect for after work, before a big night out, as a full supper, or for late-night bites with friends. The cuisine is freestyle and adaptive in nature. Each izakaya in Japan puts its own touch on its menu items. The plates are typically small so that one can sample many different items.

A photo of Canopy Central Café & Bar restaurant

2. Canopy Central Café & Bar

3.8

Excellent(713)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• American • Southwest Waterfront

Booked 2 times today

Enjoy Breakfast, Brunch, Lunch, or Dinner with a beautiful view of the Wharf. Located above Hanks and Boardwalk Inside the Canopy by Hilton Hotel

A photo of Brickstones Kitchen & Bar restaurant

3. Brickstones Kitchen & Bar

4.1

Excellent(9)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • West Loop

Booked 2 times today

Brickstones Kitchen and Bar (BKB) is a Full Service Kitchen and Iconic Bar that serves as the social hub of our Embassy Suites experience. Guests are invited to an adaptable environment designed to our varied guest and operator needs. Our menu is familiar and approachable, serving Burgers, Flatbreads, Healthy Salads and Trendy Bar Fare that’s engaging to the individual business traveler, group attendee or family on holiday. Bricktstones Bar comes to life for our evening reception featuring signature cocktails, local beers and wines

4. G.O.A.T. Room

4.8

Exceptional(91)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Indian • Downtown

Booked 3 times today

G.O.A.T. Room welcomes everyone to experience the wonderful food and flavors of the Punjab region! Metropolitan DC is a melting pot of many different cultures and Indian Masala is a melting pot of many different spices. When it is all combined it creates a blend of diversity and flavors. This is what G.O.A.T. Room is all about, enjoy friends.

5. The Delegate

3.5

Very Good(184)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• American • Downtown

Booked 7 times today

Monday- Sunday 7am-10pmBreakfast, Brunch & DinnerIndoor and Delivery DiningFeaturing Chef Driven Menus, Weekend Brunch and Local Craft Cocktails.

6. Morris

4.7

Exceptional(116)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Cocktail Bar • Mount Vernon

Named after Morris Sheppard, a U.S. Congressman considered the father of Prohibition in the early 1930s, Morris provides pastel-pretty Wes Anderson inspired surrounds for artisan cocktails with an inviting bar, laid-back seating & a patio. Within it's first year, Morris has established itself as one of the best cocktail programs in the city, and has won multiple "Best Of" awards. To make regular reservations, please call us at 202-759-2001.Morris American Bar is a VERSUS Concept - VERSUS is a multi-vertical lifestyle brand with best-in-class hospitality venues, a cutting-edge marketing agency and an innovative venture arm. At VERSUS, we use our core beliefs as the foundation to create our own unique way of doing things. This resulting culture is our “x-factor” that differentiates us from our competitors and allows us to create spaces, campaigns, experiences, and products unlike anyone else. Learn more about who we are, what we do, and how to get involved.

7. Bulldog Spots Bar

4.0

Excellent(55)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Pizzeria • Penn Quarter

Booked 1 time today

For OpenTable customers: 15% Discount Food & Drinks Daily 6pm-10PM. GOOD TIMES, GOOD DRINKS, AND GOOD PIZZA.With 20 years of experience cooking in the finest restaurants, our chef is excited to present their vision to you and all our guests. Our caring and committed staff make sure you have a fantastic experience with us.Dine In & Take OutWe have worked to package our meals in a way that lets you bring the quality of our meals into your home. We always love to see you in person, but always ensure that your dining experience is top notch!Seasonal and LocalWe refuse to compromise on quality in our restaurant. That's why we source our fresh ingredients from local farmers' markets. No matter what time of year, you can be sure you're eating the best of the season.Large Parties:We do accept buyouts and bookings for Larger Parties. If you'd like to host your event at Bulldog, for parties of 21+, please reach out directly to the private events coordinator at 202-500-2228.

8. Umaya

4.1

Excellent(808)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Japanese • Penn Quarter

Booked 10 times today

Umaya, where East meets West in a plethora of Japanese inspired small & large dishes. We focus on drawing from the simplicity of flavor in fresh ingredients, while giving it a Western flair. Specializing on the popular Japanese ‘street food’ - think small 'tapas' style dishes that are easy to share amongst friends & family. Our Izakaya grill features a one of a kind charcoal brick that is imported from Japan & allows for the natural flavors of the proteins & vegetables to radiate.Umaya elevates the typical 'beer garden' concept with hard-to-find Asian dishes. Our menu promotes friends, coworkers, family to enjoy their time together. We carry a wide array of Asian beer, sake & Japanese Whiskey, complimenting the tranquility of the restaurant. The menu will feature seasonal highlights; however, the time-honored staples will always be available. ‘Umaya’ directly translates to a ‘place that tastes good’ in Japanese; it is a place where you can go

9. Ruthie's All-Day

4.7

Exceptional(3381)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Arlington

Booked 99 times today

The menu follows a Southern-fried meat-and-three concept, meaning diners order a meat, plus three sides. Those will include Ruthie’s mac and cheese, of course, but also white-soy-braised greens, stewed chickpeas and smoked cauliflower with a spicy soy glaze. “We’re going to be changing it a lot based on seasonality,” Hill says of the menu. “ Every vegetable has got to be fantastic because it has to stand on its own.” One thing that will help that: Hill is already growing all of the restaurant’s own herbs at his South Arlington community garden plot.

10. The Grill

4.5

Awesome(1543)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• American • Southwest Waterfront

Booked 37 times today

Chef Roberto Santibañez presents a new American menu focused on Woodfired cooking, with an emphasis on steak, seafood and vegetarian fare. His Mexican roots and French training lend an inspired touch to the American table.

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Sarah
Washington, D.C. Area •3 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
Excellent service. They made our bachelorette celebration so fun and went above and beyond expectations.
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G.O.A.T. RoomPrice: Moderate• Indian• Downtown
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4.8
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Abby
Philadelphia County •2 reviews
4.0
Dined 6 days ago
The food was so good, but it was definitely too expensive. I understand it’s high quality small plates, but it was too expensive for the amount. We ended up going somewhere for more food afterwards because we couldn’t justify getting more and more plates at that cost.
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DAIKAYA 2F THE IZAKAYAPrice: Expensive• Japanese• Penn Quarter
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4.4
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Veronica
Washington, D.C. Area •2 reviews
5.0
Dined on Jun 21, 2025
Dinning at Brickstones Kitchen was very convenient and enjoyable. The food was delicious and the service was excellent!
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Brickstones Kitchen & BarPrice: Moderate• American• West Loop
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4.1
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Matthew
Washington, D.C. Area •1 review
4.0
Dined on May 30, 2025
I was in town on business. After a long day of travel my waitress, Azeb, made me feel right at home. The manager, Melissa, was on top of food and service all evening. I highly recommend the Jumbo Lump Crab Cakes!
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The DelegatePrice: Expensive• American• Downtown
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3.5
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ScottVIP
Washington, D.C. Area •82 reviews
5.0
Dined on Apr 20, 2025
Beautiful day to have brunch outside! Always great food at the wharf!
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Canopy Central Café & BarPrice: Expensive• American• Southwest Waterfront
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3.8

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