Best Restaurants for Foodies in Greenbelt

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1. Moon Rabbit by Kevin Tien

4.8

Exceptional(675)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Vietnamese • Washington

Booked 56 times today

Moon Rabbit is a highly-regarded Vietnamese restaurant situated in the heart of Washington D.C., drawing inspiration from the virtuous rabbit depicted in the Buddhist Jataka tale. Led by acclaimed Chef Kevin Tien, the restaurant embodies an innovative approach to Vietnamese cuisine, showcasing a menu that is both unique and complex. Chef Tien's main objective is to pay tribute to his heritage as a first-generation Asian American, using Moon Rabbit as a platform for expressing his love for Vietnamese culture and food.

2. Nobu DC

4.7

Exceptional(2375)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Japanese • Washington

Booked 72 times today

Situated on the ground floor of the new Residences on M Street, in the heart of the West End just steps from Georgetown, Nobu Washington DC brings Chef Nobu Matsuhisa’s genre-defining cuisine to the nation’s Capital. With more than 11,000 square feet of space including the Bar & Lounge, Dining Room and Sushi Bar, and multiple private event spaces, Nobu DC presents the ideal setting to enjoy signatures like Black Cod with Miso and Yellowtail Sashimi Jalapeño alongside DC-inspired dishes and cocktails.

3. Zaytinya - DC

4.7

Exceptional(19819)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Mediterranean • Penn Quarter

Booked 388 times today

Under the direction of celebrated Chef José Andrés and his ThinkFoodGroup team, Zaytinya offers an innovative mezze menu inspired by Turkish, Greek and Lebanese cuisines served up in a sleek and modern setting. Building on José's deep knowledge of Mediterranean cooking and years of research and travel, the menu features shared small plates of authentic and innovative fare, creative cocktails, and unique Mediterranean wines, making Zaytinya one of the most exciting restaurants in Washington.

4. Dovetail

4.3

Awesome(116)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• American • Logan Circle

Booked 2 times today

Exploring the crossroads of southern hospitality and Mid-Atlantic cuisine, Dovetail draws from regional ingredients to innovate with the dynamic flavors of the Northeast. Situated on the District's 14th Street corridor within Viceroy Washington DC, the indoor-outdoor restaurant offers rotating seasonal menus featuring the freshest ingredients from East Coast farmers, fishermen and purveyors. Relax on our all-weather outdoor patio for brunch or dinner while enjoying a destination raw bar with chilled Maine lobster and Chesapeake oysters, tantalizing appetizers like deviled eggs with kimchi or pork rinds with homemade ranch, exquisitely prepared dry aged steaks paired with fresh local vegetables, and sweet seasonal treats. Don't miss our happy hour where Dovetail's formidable beverage program is the star - highlighting local spirits, a selection of new and old world wines, craft brews, and inventive cocktails. At Dovetail, we're always up for sharing a good meal.

5. Estuary

4.6

Exceptional(754)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Contemporary American • Penn Quarter

Booked 13 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.

6. Baan Mae

4.8

Exceptional(91)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Asian • Shaw

Booked 22 times today

We are a Laotian restaurant in the heart of the neighborhood of Shaw. Baan Mae means Mom's house in Laotian. Chef Seng of Thip Khao and Padaek is serving up dishes reminiscent of her home kitchen and her mother's kitchen. Mom's House Reservation Policy:All reservations are allowed a 15-minute grace period. All parties must be present at the restaurant to be seated. If parties are incomplete by the end of the 15-minute grace period, the reservation may be moved to the waitlist upon the completion of the party.Reservation wait times may be impacted in the case of rain or heat advisory as we will do our best to accommodate patio reservations indoors.Due to our limited seating capacity, all reservations are limited to a maximum of 90-minute seating time and 2 hours for large parties of 5+.Please contact us for for reservations for parties of 5+.

7. Succotash PRIME

4.6

Exceptional(4137)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Penn Quarter

Booked 80 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.

8. Modena

4.5

Awesome(1230)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • Downtown

Booked 11 times today

Modena presents Italian-inspired cuisine that takes heavy cues from seasonal and regionally sourced ingredients. Modena balances classic cuisine with a modern approach, all enhanced by Chef Joshua Hunt's passionate and creative touch.

9. Elizabeth's

4.9

Exceptional(1326)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Vegan • Downtown

Booked 6 times today

Elizabeth's offers an extraordinary dining experience every Thursday, Friday and Saturday night. We merge our gorgeous venue with a prix fixe Vegan Tasting Menu at $110 per person. Elizabeth's is a destination for special occasions and adventurous cuisine.Our sommelier curates a pairing of wines and beverages sourced from around the world at an additional $85 per person. We also offer a non-alcoholic beverage pairing comprised of non-alcoholic wines, mocktails, and infusions for $65 per person.Fully raw menus are not available. Please call the restaurant (202-347-8349) in reference to any allergies prior to making your reservation. Regarding reservations of 5 or more, please call the restaurant directly. Reservations of more than 8 require a $150 minimum spend per person and a 50% up front deposit.

10. Bresca

4.5

Awesome(961)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Contemporary French / American • U Street Corridor

Booked 28 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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Terry
Washington, D.C. Area •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Had a wonderful time our server, Victoria she was amazing.
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Nobu DCPrice: Very Expensive• Japanese• Washington
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4.7
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Shima
Atlanta •1 review
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
The best restaurant ever with delicious food and dessert
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Zaytinya - DCPrice: Moderate• Mediterranean• Penn Quarter
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4.7
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Alexandra
Greater Boston •1 review
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
Incredible experience all around. Desserts were imaginative and executed to perfection
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Moon Rabbit by Kevin TienPrice: Very Expensive• Vietnamese• Washington
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4.8
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RheaVIP
Washington, D.C. Area •22 reviews
4.0
Dined 5 days ago
Had a nice relaxing family brunch today- the patio area is lovely, the servers were friendly and professional and the food was good. The only slightly off dish for us was the avocado toast- the “toast” was a croissant which we thought was a bit of a strange decision since it doesn’t have the texture one usually seeks in a toast. Highly recommend the chicken and waffles and the mango panacotta. Value: the price for some dishes was a bit more than expected ($42) for a lobster omelette, but most dishes were in line with other DC restaurants. Appreciated that the server told us that an 18% service charge was already included in the bill. We will definitely come back to try the dinner menu and another brunch.
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DovetailPrice: Expensive• American• Logan Circle
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4.3
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Joe
Orlando / Central Florida East •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
Scheduled a meal for eight of my family members. Outstanding food, excellent service, great ambience and quite good value.
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EstuaryPrice: Moderate• Contemporary American• Penn Quarter
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4.6

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