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1. Hen Quarter Prime
4.6
Exceptional(216)
Price: Expensive
• Southern • Washington
Booked 58 times today
Hen Quarter Prime brings elevated southern cuisine to the waterfront in Southwest D.C. The dinner menu features southern classics like Buttermilk Fried Chicken and Shrimp & Grits while showcasing an amazing steak selection staring our Tomahawk Ribeye from Creekstone Farms. The star of Saturday and Sunday brunch is the GRANDE BRUNCH BUFFET with a showstopping chilled seafood bar, carving stations, charcuterie stations, bottomless mimosas, bloody mary bars & more! We offer discounted validated parking and valet parking daily.
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2. VUE Rooftop at Hotel Washington
4.3
Awesome(435)
Price: Very Expensive
• American • Washington
Booked 42 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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3. Gordon Ramsay Hell's Kitchen - Washington DC
4.4
Awesome(1092)
Price: Very Expensive
• American • Southwest Waterfront
Booked 168 times today
Inspired by the iconic television series, Hell’s Kitchen Washington DC brings open-kitchen energy to Penn Quarter. Designed to mirror the drama and pace of the show, the restaurant offers refined cuisine, theatrical service, and a striking interior. It’s a dining experience that’s bold, immersive, and unforgettable.
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4. The Park at 14th
4.8
Exceptional(3132)
Price: Expensive
• Contemporary American • Downtown
Booked 96 times today
The Park at 14th is a restaurant, lounge, and event venue on four floors overlooking Franklin Square in Downtown D.C. Offering a sense of timeless elegance, beautiful views, and a warm and welcoming interior, The Park at 14th is the perfect place dining, socializing, and hosting your next event. We invite you to join us. For reservations over 10 people, please TEXT (202) 550-0300
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5. Founding Farmers DC: Foggy Bottom
4.5
Awesome(34690)
Price: Moderate
• American • Foggy Bottom
Booked 231 times today
Our award-winning Founding Farmers DC flagship restaurant opened in 2008 just three blocks west of the White House on Pennsylvania Avenue. Open 365 days a year, our team is passionate about crafting dishes and drinks from scratch with high-quality ingredients from farmers and suppliers we know and trust. Join us for breakfast, lunch, or dinner, weekday happy hour, and a la carte weekend brunch. Majority owned by American family farmers, including the more than 50,000 farmers of the North Dakota Farmers Union, our restaurant is guided by a very simple principal: we see and share everything Through The Eyes Of The Farmer.™ We actively care about our guests, our communities, the planet, and the next generation. This all comes together in our everyday neighborhood restaurant. Please know that a 22% auto-gratuity will be applied to parties of 8 or more. We look forward to serving you!
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6. Peacock Alley - Waldorf Astoria DC
4.7
Exceptional(97)
Price: Expensive
• American • Washington
Booked 7 times today
A signature in Waldorf Astoria hotels across the globe, Peacock Alley remains the place “to see and be seen” just as it was all those years ago for Manhattan’s high society. Set in the soaring grand atrium, Peacock Alley offers an eclectic menu of refined cuisine, innovative cocktails, and an impeccable wine selection.
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7. SHIA Restaurant
4.8
Exceptional(154)
Price: Very Expensive
• Korean • Washington
Booked 17 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.**
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8. Smoke and Mirrors - DC
4.3
Awesome(931)
Price: Expensive
• Contemporary American • Navy Yard
Booked 41 times today
Smoke and Mirrors - DC is a hot spot for its exceptional ambiance, delicious food, and top-tier service. Reviewers frequently highlight the restaurant's amazing view of the city, calling it a 'beautiful sunset view'. The food, though limited, is often described as 'delicious' and 'flavorful'. The drinks, particularly the craft cocktails, are also highly praised. With consistent high ratings across the board, it's clear that this restaurant offers a vibrant, enjoyable experience.
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9. Mi Vida, District Wharf
4.6
Exceptional(2506)
Price: Expensive
• Mexican • Southwest Waterfront
Booked 70 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.
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10. Gatsby
4.3
Awesome(1179)
Price: Moderate
• American • Navy Yard
Booked 40 times today
Gatsby is a reimagined American diner by KNEAD Hospitality + Design. With favorites like the famous monte cristo sandwich, fried chicken or today's blue plate special, Gatsby brings you back to the days of the diner, but from a fresh perspective. Whether you crave breakfast at any time of day or a smashburger & a milkshake, Gatsby is the perfect place. Located at the corner of Half and N Streets, directly in front of Nats Park's Centerfield Gate, and overlooking the ballpark from our second floor dining room, Gatsby is the perfect pre/post game venue from which to celebrate.
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