Best Neighborhood Gem Restaurants in Northeast

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Adams MorganAlexandriaArlingtonBethesdaBrookland / BrentwoodCapitol Hill

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1. Zaytinya - DC

4.7

Exceptional(19804)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Mediterranean • Penn Quarter

Booked 325 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. Tortino

4.5

Awesome(1930)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Italian • Downtown

Booked 15 times today

Executive Chef and owner Noé Canales welcomes you to experience his vision of contemporary Italian cuisine in his lovely new neighborhood restaurant designed to transport you to a trattoria in Tuscany.

3. The Hamilton

4.7

Exceptional(12102)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Downtown

Booked 82 times today

The Hamilton, located in downtown Washington, DC, is a vibrant restaurant known for its diverse American cuisine and lively atmosphere. Showcasing an expansive menu that includes fresh seafood, savory steaks, and inventive sushi, it caters to a wide range of tastes. The Hamilton also features an impressive bar with handcrafted cocktails and an extensive wine list. With its spacious dining areas and a music venue hosting live music performances, The Hamilton offers a unique dining experience that blends culinary excellence with entertainment. Across the street from the Treasury building, the W Hotel, and the Willard Hotel.

4. Bresca

4.5

Awesome(959)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Contemporary French / American • U Street Corridor

Booked 38 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 The Smith – Penn Quarter, Washington, D.C restaurant

5. The Smith – Penn Quarter, Washington, D.C

4.5

Awesome(3963)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• American • Penn Quarter

Booked 125 times today

The Smith in Penn Quarter is a neighborhood gem because of its stellar food and service. Patrons rave about the unique decor, delicious food, and friendly service. It's a popular spot for date nights, drinks on the town, and working lunches. Plus, their signature cocktails are a hit! One reviewer even called it a 'gem in DC'.

6. Succotash PRIME

4.6

Exceptional(4131)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Penn Quarter

Booked 103 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 Caruso's Grocery - DC restaurant

7. Caruso's Grocery - DC

4.8

Exceptional(1276)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • Capitol Hill

Booked 48 times today

Please note that we are not offering Restaurant Week at our DC location. Located at 914 14th Street SE in Washington, DC.Caruso’s Grocery is modeled after the classic, Italian-American "red sauce" joint. You know the one: red banquettes, a killer chicken parmesan, Sinatra pouring through the speakers. If you’re looking for modern interpretations of a chef's take on the classics, you won’t find them here. A joint venture from Neighborhood Restaurant Group and Partner Matthew Adler.

8. Dauphine’s

4.5

Awesome(1460)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Downtown

Booked 20 times today

Dauphine’s is a modern day incarnation of the dramatic Grande Dame establishments of New Orleans, brought to you by the award winning Long Shot Hospitality - the team behind DC's beloved The Salt Line Restaurants. Dauphine’s utilizes Mid-Atlantic ingredients to prepare classic New Orleans fare while also creating original dishes inspired by the legendary city. All brought to you in a breathtaking spacious downtown restaurant setting with the most beautiful bar in downtown DC, plenty of patio dining, and a festive outdoor bar and garden area. Located in the Midtown Center, Dauphine's is just steps from the White House, National Theater, Convention Center, Cap One Arena and most downtown attractions and provides an elegant yet relaxed dining atmosphere for any occasion. Dauphine’s serves Dinner seven nights a week and Brunch on weekends, with Happy Hour every day 4pm-7pm and an ALL DAY Happy Hour on Sundays - plus don't miss our signature Sunday Live Jazz Brunch! We hope to see you soon!

A photo of The Greenhouse at The Jefferson, DC restaurant

9. The Greenhouse at The Jefferson, DC

4.8

Exceptional(1115)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Downtown

Booked 6 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.

10. Georgia Brown's

4.5

Awesome(8866)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Low Country • Downtown

Booked 101 times today

Come and experience our lively interpretation of South Carolina Low-Country cuisine. Enjoy good southern food, servers who bubble over with hospitality, and a dining room that is truly distinctive. With its golden woods and bronze sculptures that crawl across the ceiling, designer Adam Tihany has created an atmosphere to awaken your senses. What better place to enjoy low country cuisine than in this contemporary environment celebrating the south. Offering the flavor of the South - the Soul of Washington; where we will be sure to leave a light burning in the window for you, our guests.22% service charge is included on every check. 18% is distributed directly to service workers on top of their base wages, and the remaining 4% is used to help pay for all staff costs due to the District of Columbia's Initiative 82. You may choose to leave an additional tip!https://www.facebook.com/GeorgiaBrownsRestaurant/https://www.instagram.com/georgiabrowns_dc/http://gbrowns.com/

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SheriVIP
South Carolina •12 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Ambience, service and food were great! Highly recommend chimchurri steak and chocolate cookie. Restaurant was busy, little loud but that was ok.
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The Smith – Penn Quarter, Washington, D.CPrice: Expensive• American• Penn Quarter
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4.5
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AndyVIP
Orange County •582 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Exceptional dining experience! From the minute we walked through the door, the cuisine, service and hospitality were flawlessly executed. The scallop amuse and Hamachi crudo were delightful and the house signature Amish Chicken was just as delicious as advertised. The wine pairings were well curated and enhanced each course. Cocktails were also notable, and my Manhattan was among the best I’ve had anywhere. Bresca is a world class restaurant and I hope to return anytime I’m in the D.C. area!
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BrescaPrice: Expensive• Contemporary French / American• U Street Corridor
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4.5
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Laura
Baltimore / Maryland •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Wonderful evening. Very loud and hard to have table conversation, but food was amazing and staff was great!
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Zaytinya - DCPrice: Moderate• Mediterranean• Penn Quarter
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4.7
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Dan
Washington, D.C. Area •3 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
Very solid, reasonably prices restaurant, and one of my go to places for business lunches with people near the White House
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The HamiltonPrice: Moderate• American• Downtown
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4.7
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Christine
Las Vegas •14 reviews
5.0
Dined on May 1, 2025
Absolutely delicious. Service was terrific just a wonderful experience
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TortinoPrice: Moderate• Italian• Downtown
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4.5

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