Best Restaurants with a Tasting Menu in Mount Vernon Square

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1. Zaytinya - DC

4.7

Exceptional(19793)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Mediterranean • Penn Quarter

Booked 368 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.

2. Centrolina

4.7

Exceptional(2226)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Italian • Penn Quarter

Booked 43 times today

Centrolina is an Italian restaurant and market, locally owned and operated by Chef Amy Brandwein, set in Washington’s CityCenterDC development. The Osteria showcases a seasonally driven menu of authentic and innovative Italian dishes offered for lunch and dinner. Chef Brandwein's menu is inspired from the seasons, Italian regionality and the wide variety of Chef curated product in the adjoining market. The market showcases a selection of imported Italian specialty items along with locally sourced meat, sustainable fish, and produce from local farms. The Centrolina kitchen produces daily hand crafted fresh pasta and sauces, antipasti and entrees available for takeaway. For parties of 7 people or more, we do require a prix-fixe menu, please email caroline@centrolinadc.com for additional information.

3. Petite Cerise

4.7

Exceptional(242)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• French • Mount Vernon Square

Booked 50 times today

Part neighborhood café, part energetic bistro, Petite Cerise is located in a bright and lively historic corner space in Shaw/Mount Vernon Triangle. Petite Cerise features separate à la carte menus for brunch, lunch, and dinner. In addition, Petite Cerise has a Coffee Counter open Tuesday - Friday opening at 8am serving classic coffee and espresso preparations, housemade pastries, and other breakfast items to go or sit down.Dinner offers both an à la carte menu along with a Prix Fixe option. The focus in the evening is to craft unique and innovative dishes utilizing the very best ingredients within the Mid-Atlantic region and beyond skillfully prepared through a French lens.If you decide to join us for a morning coffee, quick mid-day bite, stretch out your lunch over a glass of wine, or gather with friends for an indulgent and creative dinner, we invite you here to celebrate and enjoy.

4. Tonari

4.4

Awesome(347)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • Penn Quarter

Booked 33 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.

5. Ottoman Taverna

4.6

Exceptional(1740)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Turkish • Mount Vernon Square

Booked 35 times today

Ottoman Taverna provides flavors and dishes from the Turkish cuisine. Enjoy house made kebaps, dips, hot mezes, desserts and more at our Turkish restaurant. Ottoman Taverna has been awarded Michelin Bib Gourmand status since opening in 2017.

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6. Boqueria - Penn Quarter

4.6

Exceptional(578)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Tapas / Small Plates • Penn Quarter

Booked 43 times today

An energetic Barcelona-style tapas bar serving Spanish favorites, seasonal specials, and curated cocktails in a contemporary space steps from DC's Chinatown, Capital One Arena, and near the National Mall.Perfect for a shared meal of small plates, happy hour or lunch with the team, a memorable date night, or weekend brunch!Let us know if you have any seating requirements when making your booking. Parties of 10 or more will enjoy our Chef's Tasting Menu ($52pp plus beverage, tax and gratuity).Please note that by making a reservation through OpenTable you are agreeing to receive marketing communications from Boqueria.

7. Cuba Libre - DC

4.5

Awesome(3123)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Cuban • Mount Vernon Square

Booked 1 time today

Cuba Libre Restaurant & Rum Bar is dedicated to a continued exploration of Cuban heritage, art, music, flavors and traditions. The open-air setting, tropical ambiance, vintage décor, Latin music and two-time James Beard Award winning founding Chef Guillermo Pernot's menu of classic and contemporary Cuban cuisine make the restaurant a must-see, must-experience dining destination. Enjoy a signature mojito with your dinner, weekend brunch or late night dancing (Fridays and Saturdays after 11 PM). Planning a private event? Visit Cuba Libre’s website to learn about the various event spaces, party enhancements, and customizable menus.

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8. dLeña - Chef Table

5.0

Exceptional(89)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Contemporary Mexican • Mount Vernon Square

Booked 1 time today

Join dLeña, as featured in the 2022 edition of The MICHELIN Guide DC, at our signature chef’s table tucked behind the main bar with an exquisite leather banquette facing directly into the open kitchen. Chef will prepare eight courses for 160.00 per guest, with an optional beverage pairing for 75.00 per guest. Each of our guests will receive a take-home surprise to enjoy the morning after. ¡Salud!*Kindly note we are not able to accommodate menu substitutions for our Chef’s Table experience.

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9. Karma Modern Indian | Karizma Modern

4.7

Exceptional(547)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Indian • Mount Vernon Square

Booked 1 time 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.

10. Succotash PRIME

4.6

Exceptional(4128)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Penn Quarter

Booked 101 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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R
Ruth
Virginia •1 review
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
One of my favorite places in DC. The staff is friendly and attentive staff. Food is delicious and prepared well (I mean, how do they get their pita so pillowy??)
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Zaytinya - DCPrice: Moderate• Mediterranean• Penn Quarter
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4.7
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Josette
Washington, D.C. Area •3 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Excellent Lunch... nice light foods, lovely atmosphere, and great service
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Petite CerisePrice: Expensive• French• Mount Vernon Square
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4.7
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tarsoVIP
Washington, D.C. Area •27 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
Chef Amy is one of the best chef in USA , love her and the food , very consistent.
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CentrolinaPrice: Very Expensive• Italian• Penn Quarter
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4.7
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Kathryn
Washington, D.C. Area •13 reviews
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
So glad we found this place! We had the mentaiko and original pizzas and both were flavorful and delicious. We also tried the garlic bread which was fantastic. Drinks were strong and interesting. We decided we need to come back to try the pasta next! Thanks for a wonderful meal!
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TonariPrice: Expensive• Italian• Penn Quarter
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4.4
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Anand
Washington, D.C. Area •2 reviews
5.0
Dined on Apr 25, 2025
It’s an exceptional dining experience with authentic Turkish cuisine, as good as what you would experience in Turkiye.
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Ottoman TavernaPrice: Moderate• Turkish• Mount Vernon Square
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4.6

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