Best Live Music Restaurants in Palisades Northwest

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Adams MorganAlexandriaArlingtonColumbia HeightsDowntownFalls Church

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1. The Hamilton

4.7

Exceptional(12188)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Downtown

Booked 176 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.

A photo of VUE Rooftop at Hotel Washington restaurant

2. VUE Rooftop at Hotel Washington

4.3

Awesome(435)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• American • Washington

Booked 44 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.

3. Amazonia

4.7

Exceptional(254)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Peruvian • Mount Vernon Square

Booked 65 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.

4. Bar Angie

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4.2

Awesome(45)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• American • Washington

Booked 36 times today

An eclectic menu of hearty, classic bistro dishes crafted with New York flair. Think: A hearty Wagyu French Dip, topped with mozzarella and a creamy horseradish au jus, served on a perfectly crunchy baguette; or the Lobster Frites, made with luxe Maine lobster; the Bolognese Blanc, with freshly made rigatoni in a luscious white wine sauce, topped with wagyu beef ragu and parmigiano reggiano; or the innovative Caesar Salad with Fried Cream Cheese Croutons, which takes a classic Caesar and modernizes it with the flavors of that New York staple – the everything bagel. The star here, however, is the over-the-top Angie Chop Martini, a thinly pounded, breaded pork chop redolent of butter, lemon and red wine vinegar, topped with hot peppers and parmigiano reggiano imported from Italy.

5. Bombay Club

4.8

Exceptional(5349)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Indian • Downtown

Booked 31 times today

The Bombay Club emulates characteristics of the old clubs of India. The elegant environment with pale pastels, ceiling fans, and a profusion of greenery is designed to create a warm and inviting gathering place for relaxation and regeneration. The cuisine is the finest of India, utilizing only the best quality ingredients to create a harmony of subtle flavors. Specialties prepared by Executive Chef Nilesh Singhvi, include tandoori salmon and green chili chicken. The sophisticated cuisine is enhanced by refine service and live piano music. Distinguished Restaurant of North America Award.

6. Mercy Me

4.7

Exceptional(56)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• South American • Foggy Bottom

Booked 22 times today

Inside Yours Truly DC Hotel, Mercy Me is a vibrant blend of South American flavors, inventive cocktails, and lively energy. More than a restaurant, it’s a place where tradition and innovation collide, celebrating the evolution of Latin America’s dynamic food scene.This season, step onto the patio behind Mercy Me for our latest transformation—The Blossom Garden, inspired by the beauty of Japanese Sakura Blossoms. While our menu stays rooted in South American flavors, we’re introducing a Nikkei-inspired section, paying homage to the Japanese influence on Peruvian and Brazilian cuisine.Here, delicate Japanese techniques meet bold Latin ingredients, blending umami depth with bright, citrusy spice. Of course, you’ll still find the Mercy Me favorites you love, alongside new dishes that bridge continents in unexpected ways.

A photo of Skydome Restaurant restaurant

7. Skydome Restaurant

4.2

Awesome(1522)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Contemporary American • Arlington

Booked 49 times today

Experience unforgettable moments at Skydome, a signature dining destination offering breathtaking panoramic views of the DC skyline. Savor innovative American cuisine with a Mediterranean twist, all served 15 stories above the city. Indulge in award-winning dishes, expertly crafted cocktails, and the one-of-a-kind ambiance of the region’s only revolving rooftop lounge. Reserve your table now and elevate your dining experience!Experience Sip & Bite at Skydome – Now Open Sunday & MondayUnwind in style at Sip & Bite, Skydome’s signature cocktail hour now offered every Sunday and Monday, high above the city. Set against the backdrop of breathtaking panoramic views of the DC skyline, this elevated experience pairs expertly crafted cocktails with a light fare menu of chef-inspired small plates—perfect for sipping, savoring, and socializing.

A photo of Lafayette Restaurant restaurant

8. Lafayette Restaurant

4.7

Exceptional(1661)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• American • Downtown

Booked 17 times today

Washington’s destination for power dining, the Lafayette Restaurant serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. With large windows opening onto Lafayette Park and the White House, this sun-lit dining room is one of the most elegant settings in the capital and is certain to complement any dining experience.

9. The Prime Rib

4.8

Exceptional(3481)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• American • Downtown

Booked 8 times today

D.C's premier steakhouse with tuxedoed waiters and a 1940s Manhattan supper-club setting since 1976. Top five romantic restaurant in America (Food and Wine magazine). Live piano nightly. Valet parking. business casual for gentlemen.

10. Georgia Brown's

4.5

Awesome(8889)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Low Country • Downtown

Booked 55 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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Carrie
San Francisco Bay Area •1 review
4.0
Dined 2 days ago
I was disappointed that although I told the mature de we were celebrating my nephew’s engagement they neglected to do their usual special treatment.
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VUE Rooftop at Hotel WashingtonPrice: Very Expensive• American• Washington
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4.3
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Robert
Denver / Colorado •5 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Delicious crab cake and wedge salad. Amazing service
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The HamiltonPrice: Moderate• American• Downtown
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4.7
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EricaVIP
Washington, D.C. Area •1 review
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
Fabulous addition to the neighborhood! Beautifully appointed space. Excellent service. Food is delicious and the cocktails are on point.
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Bar AngiePrice: Expensive• American• Washington
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4.2
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BrianVIP
Charlotte •17 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
Excellent experience. There's a reason he won a James Beard award.
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AmazoniaPrice: Very Expensive• Peruvian• Mount Vernon Square
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4.7
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RICHARD
Washington, D.C. Area •12 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
The meal was delicious with an attentive wait staff throughout the meal.The meal was served in its outdoor setting which made for a great dining experience.
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Bombay ClubPrice: Expensive• Indian• Downtown
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4.8

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