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1. Lafayette Restaurant
4.8
Exceptional(1642)
Price: Expensive
• American • Downtown
Booked 22 times today
Washington’s destination for power dining, the Lafayette Restaurant serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. With large windows opening onto Lafayette Park and the White House, this sun-lit dining room is one of the most elegant settings in the capital and is certain to complement any dining experience.
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2. Brasserie Liberté
4.4
Awesome(2397)
Price: Moderate
• Contemporary French / American • Georgetown
Booked 61 times today
At Brasserie Liberté traditional French meets modern luxury in the heart of Georgetown. Our menu reflects the comfort food of the cuisine served in a cozy and laidback setting.Please note the Fabergé Egg seats 4 guests.
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3. The Tavern at the Henley Park
3.9
Excellent(800)
Price: Expensive
• American • Downtown
Booked 6 times today
The Henley Park Hotel welcomes you to The Tavern at the Henley Park (Formerly known as Coeur De Lion), a favorite among the DC locals. This restaurant is adorned with a stunning skylight atrium, ornate chandeliers, and a natural brick face. Our Chef offers a diverse New American menu featuring the freshest regional ingredients. For a less formal atmosphere, we offer a light Small Plates menu in the Blue Bar.
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4. Morton's, The Steakhouse - Arlington
4.7
Exceptional(1947)
Price: Moderate
• American • Arlington
Booked 8 times today
Enjoy "The Best Steak... Anywhere" at Morton's The Steakhouse, an upscale, fine dining destination offering prime-aged steaks, seafood, happy hour, cocktails, wine dinners, and more. Walking distance from the Anaheim Convention Center, Disneyland and California Adventure Parks, Morton's patio space is perfect for baseball fans, while the elegant private dining rooms are ideal for larger or smaller groups.
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5. Morrison-Clark Restaurant
4.1
Excellent(567)
Price: Expensive
• American • Downtown
Booked 2 times today
The Main Dining Room is highlighted by gilded mirrors, Italian marble fireplaces, and crystal chandeliers. The tantalizing cuisine is innovative and fresh, its style is regional American. The Morrison Clark Restaurant is consistently rated among Washington's finest. Experience the storied legacy of a 19th Century Victorian mansion, now a full-service hotel and restaurant, proud to be on the National Register of Historic Places.
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6. Article One - American Grill
3.7
Very Good(231)
Price: Moderate
• American • Capitol Hill
Washington, D.C., has a restaurant for every preference—you name it; this city’s got it all. With no shortage of spaces to explore, D.C.’s culinary scene features one highlight inside Hyatt Regency Washington on Capitol Hill, set within a five-story atrium. Taking its name from the Constitution, newly refreshed Article One – American Grill blends an unforgettable atmosphere and world-class cuisine, from the lavish breakfast buffet—host to an omelet bar, meats, flaky pastries, and fresh fruit—to the gourmet dinner options including meat dishes and freshly caught seafood to the special holiday brunches. If you’re looking to host an event, our restaurant has two private dining rooms, available to host parties of up to 24 guests.
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7. Himalayan Heritage Restaurant & Bar
4.3
Awesome(166)
Price: Moderate
• Indian • Adams Morgan
Booked 1 time today
Voted Best 100 Restaurants in DC - Washingtonian Magazine 2009 & 2010, and located in the heart of Adam Morgan, Himalayan Heritage Restaurant & Bar provides the perfect fusion of Nepalese and Indian cuisine. We serve only the freshest ingredients, choice meats, and a wide variety of vegetarian options, spiced just right and sure to please even the most discerning palette. Our personable and attentive staff will more than exceed your every expectation. We look forward to being of service, and seeing you at your next visit to Himalayan Heritage.
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8. Juniper Restaurant
4.1
Excellent(715)
Price: Moderate
• Unspecified • Georgetown
Booked 6 times today
Imaginative takes on New American classics served in a luxurious dining room with courtyard views.
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9. Bistro Cacao
new
4.8
Exceptional(3417)
Price: Expensive
• French • Capitol Hill
Booked 11 times today
Bistro Cacao has been serving modern French cuisine to DC customers in Capitol Hill since 2009. Charming décor with velvet curtained walls in Red Room and Rouge Room gave Bistro Cacao it's fame as the most Romantic Restaurant in DC. Serving brunch, lunch and dinner indoor and in its charming patio. Bar on the first floor is also the go-to place for the neighborhood.
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10. Persimmon
4.9
Exceptional(2974)
Price: Expensive
• American • Bethesda
Booked 28 times today
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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