Best Restaurants with a Tasting Menu in U Street Corridor

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Adams MorganAlexandriaArlingtonBethesdaCapitol HillChevy Chase

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87 restaurants available nearby

1. Jônt

4.9

Exceptional(154)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• French / Japanese • U Street Corridor

Booked 7 times today

At Jônt, we are a team of young and inspired chefs taking down the walls between kitchen and guests and taking you on a culinary adventure. Immerse yourself in a progressive tasting menu focusing on the simple, yet luxurious, ingredients around the world with deep inspiration from Japanese cuisine.We challenge the seasons, navigate beyond the limits of time and break with tradition— getting playful with process and tricky with techniques at the intersection of place and possibility.Jônt has been recognized with two Michelin stars since 2021.

2. Bresca

4.5

Awesome(933)

$$$$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.

A photo of Mi Vida, 14th Street restaurant

3. Mi Vida, 14th Street

4.6

Exceptional(430)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Mexican • Logan Circle

Booked 32 times today

Chef Roberto Santibañez creates a menu inspired by Mexican street food and traditional home cooking of his country, but in a modern, elevated presentation. Guests can enjoy traditional dishes such as Carne Asada, a variety of Tacos, Seasonal Fish, Ceviches and other Contemporary Mexican creations. Mi Vida 14th Street features a weekly live DJ every Saturday Brunch 12pm - 4pm & Dinner 7 PM until close, creating a lively and energetic atmosphere for guests to enjoy

A photo of Cork Wine Bar & Market restaurant

4. Cork Wine Bar & Market

4.4

Awesome(527)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Contemporary American • Logan Circle

Booked 5 times today

Logan's favorite neighborhood wine bar and restaurant - now with a beautiful expanded garden patio! Locally owned Cork is an affordable, casually elegant place that demystifies the world of wine by giving you real descriptions of what you are drinking, flights of wine so you can explore different regions and varietals, and suggestions for pairing our wines with our delicious menu of plates to share. From cheese and charcuterie to steaks and crispy calamari, Cork offers a full menu to delight you as you sample our curated selection of Old World Wines. Cork Wine Bar is the creation of Logan Circle residents Diane Gross and Khalid Pitts. Cork also features a full bar.Dine Upstairs, in our Tasting Bar or in our Expanded Secret Garden. Tables are reserved for dining only. The reservation is for a 2 hour dining experience.

5. Succotash PRIME

4.6

Exceptional(4065)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Penn Quarter

Booked 112 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.

A photo of The Bazaar by José Andrés - DC restaurant

6. The Bazaar by José Andrés - DC

4.7

Exceptional(1151)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Spanish • Penn Quarter

Booked 96 times today

Set in the Waldorf Astoria Washington DC, The Bazaar is the culmination of a 30-year dream for Chef José Andrés. Drawing inspiration from this iconic location, which first opened in 1899 and served as DC’s General Post Office until 1914, The Bazaar is a multi-level destination reinvented with avant-garde and Americana-inspired decor.

7. SHIA Restaurant

4.9

Exceptional(111)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Korean • Washington

Booked 33 times today

SHIA (shee-uh) is a modern Korean fine dining restaurant in Washington, D.C., dedicated to sustainability, innovation, and cultural storytelling. Our tasting menu-only experience spotlights the intersection of local agriculture and premium Hansik ingredients, using fresh, seasonal elements with minimal manipulation to honor the environment. As a non-profit restaurant, SHIA is more than just a dining destination; it’s a platform for tackling key challenges in the restaurant industry, from environmental responsibility to fair labor practices and culinary heritage preservation.**Please Note: Chef Lee's appearance is not guaranteed, and his availability is not given to the team or guests.**

8. Zaytinya - DC

4.7

Exceptional(19650)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Mediterranean • Penn Quarter

Booked 433 times today

Under the direction of celebrated chef José Andrés and concept chef Michael Costa, Zaytinya offers an innovative mezze menu inspired by Turkish, Greek, and Lebanese cuisines served up in a sleek and modern setting. Building on Jose’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, DC.

9. The Dabney

4.7

Exceptional(318)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• American • Shaw

Booked 19 times today

Located in historic Blagden Alley in D.C.'s Shaw neighborhood since 2015, The Dabney continues to pay tribute to the wonderful farmers, watermen, and purveyors of the mid-Atlantic region whom provide some of the best and most unique products in the country. We celebrate these ingredients by preparing them in a large wood burning hearth which is the centerpiece of our open kitchen. The current dining room experience is an 8-course tasting menu honoring the Mid-Atlantic's bounty. We offer an additional 3-course experience at our bar and bar area tables. Walk-in guests are welcome to enjoy the bar area as well.The Dabney has been awarded one Michelin star every year since 2017, James Beard Foundation Best Chef Mid-Atlantic for Chef Jeremiah Langhorne in 2018, and Washingtonian Magazine's #1 restaurant in 2023. At this time we are unable to accommodate severe allium and dairy allergies as well as vegan and vegetarian diets.

10. China Chilcano

4.7

Exceptional(3786)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Peruvian • Penn Quarter

Booked 80 times today

China Chilcano celebrates the rich culinary diversity of Peru and brings an exciting exploration of this multicultural cuisine to our Nation’s Capital. The restaurant, led by award-winning chef José Andrés, honors Peru’s deeply rooted and diverse heritage, including its native Criollo, Chinese Chifa and Japanese Nikkei cuisines; its name an homage to Peru’s renowned fish stew and its popular national drink, the Chilcano.

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L
Lindsey
Alabama •1 review
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Fantastic place with great food and wonderful service.
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Succotash PRIMEPrice: Moderate• American• Penn Quarter
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4.6
M
MARK
Los Angeles •5 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
The service is impeccable. Constant attentiveness by the staff. Lots of courses that required precise timing and pacing. Loved the variety of food flavors in the tasting menu.
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BrescaPrice: Expensive• Contemporary French / American• U Street Corridor
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4.5
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HenryVIP
Pittsburgh / Western PA •12 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
One of our nicest meals out while visiting Washington, DC.
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Mi Vida, 14th StreetPrice: Moderate• Mexican• Logan Circle
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4.6
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ADAM
London •5 reviews
5.0
Dined on Mar 16, 2025
I wasn’t sure the experience would like up to the hype but it did. Every course was delicious and the staff was gracious throughout the meal
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JôntPrice: Very Expensive• French / Japanese• U Street Corridor
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4.9
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Nora
Philadelphia County •1 review
5.0
Dined on Feb 15, 2025
Super accommodating and friendly service, terrific pairings and recommendations for wine tastings
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Cork Wine Bar & MarketPrice: Moderate• Contemporary American• Logan Circle
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4.4

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