Best Historic Restaurants in Dupont Circle

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1. Tabard Inn

4.7

Exceptional(3962)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Contemporary American • Dupont Circle

Booked 43 times today

Since our early days as a tea room, we’ve been a respite for locals and visitors alike, offering a haven for conversation and memorable cuisine. The tradition continues as our culinary team has curated an inventive and elevated menu through New American cuisine while paying homage to the beloved dishes that have been served at the Tabard Inn for years. Join us for a meal on our covered patio or one of our intimate dining rooms. Or enjoy drinks and light fare in our historic fireplace lounge, where you can enjoy our creative cocktails! A DC institution since 1922, we look forward to offering our guests all the comforts of a home away from home.

2. Iron Gate

4.6

Exceptional(3095)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Mediterranean • Dupont Circle

Booked 36 times today

Iron Gate, located near Dupont Circle, stands as one of the district’s oldest continuously operating restaurants and is split between a sumptuous dining room, a wisteria covered patio and a handsomely enclosed carriageway that houses the bar.Chef Anthony Chittum, a native of Maryland’s Eastern Shore, and his team have revitalized the space with a menu that takes inspiration for the cuisines of Greece, Sicily, Sardinian and Southern Italy, interpreting those traditions and techniques using the finest products and seasonal ingredients of the Mid-Atlantic.Iron Gate also serves as an idyllic oasis for fine private events both large and small, so please consider us when planning your next fête, we'd love to have you as our guests.

3. Thaiverse D.C

4.2

Awesome(68)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Asian • Dupont Circle

Booked 1 time today

Now open in DuPont circle area of Washington DC, Thaiverse DC offers authentic southern style Thai food cooked with love and care. Thaiverse's sister restaurant has won numerous awards, being regularly voted by open table users as the best Asian restaurant in the DC region, and Thaiverse DC shares the same recipes and culinary management (Chef Piya and Chef Raam (Thai Masterchef finalist)). Located in an historic and legendary spot where once stood the Childe-Harold, Thaiverse DC blends the history with modern touches to produce an elegant dining environment. After your meal you can step downstairs to the British style pub in the basement named the Step-Childe Harold.

4. Old Ebbitt Grill

4.8

Exceptional(30418)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Downtown

Booked 365 times today

Founded in 1856, Old Ebbitt Grill is Washington, DC's oldest saloon and a must-visit destination for locals and tourists alike. Situated in the heart of the city, just steps from The White House, this historic landmark offers a timeless blend of classic American cuisine and unparalleled hospitality. Old Ebbitt Grill promises a memorable visit filled with a warm ambiance and a seasonal menu spanning from freshly shucked oysters to house-made pastas and perfectly prepared steaks & chops. From the Rooftop Terrace to the Atrium or Cabinet Room, Ebbitt's private dining spaces are ideal for celebrations ranging from small and intimate to grand and stylish.

A photo of Filomena Ristorante restaurant

5. Filomena Ristorante

4.7

Exceptional(17705)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • Georgetown

Booked 214 times today

Filomena Now over 40 Years and counting!Filomena is a Washington DC landmark restaurant now with over 40 years of serving some of the finest Italian food you can enjoy. Our Pasta is fresh made by hand just like it was done for centuries in Italy. Our bakery is in-house, and we make over 20 different desserts to choose from. During Valentine's Day, Easter, Halloween and Christmas you can experience some of the most incredible decorations you can find! Four decades of making not just a great dining experience but a memorable one. Filomena has recently introduced a full line of homemade pasta, sauces, desserts that can be shipped nationwide too!

A photo of The Greenhouse at The Jefferson, DC restaurant

6. The Greenhouse at The Jefferson, DC

4.8

Exceptional(1134)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Downtown

Booked 12 times today

Located in downtown DC, just four blocks from the White House, breakfast, lunch, dinner and weekend brunch are served under The Jefferson’s historic skylight in The Greenhouse. Natural light streams from above, creating an airy atmosphere that complements the light, fresh and energizing fare on our seasonal menus.

7. Amazonia

4.7

Exceptional(258)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Peruvian • Mount Vernon Square

Booked 35 times today

Venture into the relaxed ambiance of Amazonia, our inviting upstairs bar, dining room and rooftop hideaway. As one of the first Amazonian restaurants in the U.S., discover the exotic flavors and ingredients from Peru's rainforest, as well as favorite Peruvian staples. Here you can explore a thoughtfully curated selection of pisco and imaginative cocktails. The dishes you'll enjoy in Amazonia are meant for sharing, and are expertly prepared by the very same Michelin awarded kitchen team from Causa downstairs.We offer our Sour Hour happy hour at are bar and bar tables Monday thru Friday from open till 7 pm. Bar seating is available first come, first served. Reservations are not available for Sour Hour.

8. The Dabney

4.7

Exceptional(374)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• American • Shaw

Booked 25 times today

Located in historic Blagden Alley in D.C.’s Shaw neighborhood, The Dabney has been honoring the farmers, watermen, and purveyors of the Mid-Atlantic since 2015. As we celebrate our 10th anniversary in 2025, our team remains deeply committed to showcasing the best of the region through thoughtful, seasonal cooking prepared over our signature wood-burning hearth.Guests are welcome to join us in the dining room for our 5-course prix fixe menu, or enjoy an à la carte experience with a reservation in the dining room, at the bar, or on the patio.The Dabney has been awarded one Michelin star every year since 2017. Chef Jeremiah Langhorne received the James Beard Foundation’s Best Chef: Mid-Atlantic award in 2018, and The Dabney was named Washingtonian’s #1 restaurant in 2023.Please note: We are currently unable to accommodate severe allium or dairy allergies, or vegan dietary restrictions.

9. Chez Billy Sud

4.9

Exceptional(3087)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• French • Georgetown

Booked 48 times today

Welcome to Chez Billy Sud, your classic neighborhood French bistro in the heart of historic Georgetown! We accept reservations for dinner on a rolling 30 day basis. Reservations can be made for parties up to 6 guests for bistro dining. Our private dining room can be reserved for large parties (7-16 guests) by contacting our event coordinator at events@chezbillysud.com. For general inquiries, please contact us at info@chezbillysud.com.Depending on the weather, our patio is available on a first-come basis. Please check with your host upon arrival for patio seating.Our Bar à Vin (located right next door) is open for dinner and drinks 7 days a week and requires no reservations. Please visit our website ChezBillySud.com or check us out on Instagram @ChezBillySud.We look to hosting you!

A photo of VUE Rooftop at Hotel Washington restaurant

10. VUE Rooftop at Hotel Washington

4.3

Awesome(441)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• American • Washington

Booked 40 times today

Perched above the Hotel Washington, experience VUE Rooftop, an artfully designed destination that brings the outside world in. Offering unparalleled views of the White House and Washington Monument, VUE pairs the effervescent energy of D.C.'s skyline with seasonal cocktails, elegant plates, and a stylish ambiance like no other.

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MichaelVIP
Washington, D.C. Area •97 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
An exceptional overall experience with a client at the Iron Gate tonight! - food and service were outstanding!
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Iron GatePrice: Very Expensive• Mediterranean• Dupont Circle
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4.6
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Orla
Greater Boston •1 review
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
We loved it...great food and service. The female bartender was excellent!!
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Old Ebbitt GrillPrice: Moderate• American• Downtown
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4.8
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Elbin
Caribbean •1 review
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Excellent experience. It was recommended by some friends and it did deliver a great satisfactory experience. Great food, excellent customer service and even better desserts!
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Filomena RistorantePrice: Expensive• Italian• Georgetown
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4.7
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April
Washington, D.C. Area •3 reviews
5.0
Dined on Jul 1, 2025
Our server was fantastic! Great recommendations and so sweet to celebrate our slightly belated birthday honoree.
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Tabard InnPrice: Moderate• Contemporary American• Dupont Circle
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4.7
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ClaudiaVIP
Washington, D.C. Area •13 reviews
5.0
Dined on Jun 19, 2025
Had an appointment across the street and looked for something close by, to keep things simple. Thaiverse was such a great surprise! We got there during lunchtime and took advantage of their lunch specials: SO WORTH IT! Flavorful, great portions and just a great place overall. Def recommend their curry puffs and crab rangoon. Their thai coffee was delicious. Absolutely going back.
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Thaiverse D.CPrice: Moderate• Asian• Dupont Circle
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4.2

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