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1. Open Kitchen
4.2
Awesome(466)
Price: Moderate
• Contemporary American • Falls Church
Open Kitchen is a contemporary American Bistro and Wine Bar passionate about making, eating, and sharing good food with our community. Our chefs source fresh ingredients to create familiar yet innovative seasonal dishes that are paired with a dynamic wine list. We are an elegantly casual restaurant that welcomes the everyday diner as well as special occasion gatherings. Open Kitchen also hosts custom-designed, interactive, and engaging private culinary events for corporate functions and social celebrations. Everything we do is a celebration of the kitchen and the table as a place to relax, unwind and share in the joy of food, wine, and community.
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2. Gordon Ramsay Hell's Kitchen - Washington DC
4.4
Awesome(1142)
Price: Very Expensive
• American • Southwest Waterfront
Booked 133 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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3. Imperfecto
4.8
Exceptional(33)
Price: Very Expensive
• Mediterranean • Foggy Bottom
Booked 35 times today
Imperfecto is a restaurant by Enrique Limardo and the team behind Seven Reasons. The restaurant is inspired by the intersection between the Mediterranean & Latin American Cultures, and sustained in Enrique Limardo's bold culinary approach.At Imperfecto we believe that human beings are not perfect. We are far from perfect. We are Imperfect. And it's imperfection that moves us forward and shows us how to improve.The restaurant design is inspired by Greek culture. The oldest definition of "perfection", goes back to Aristotle, who defined the concept in three: which is complete; which is so good that nothing of the kind could be better; which has attained its purpose.At Imperfecto, we know that a restaurant space is not complete if it’s not filled with people; that we will try our best to maintain the highest levels of creativity, flavors and service; and that we will always pursue our purpose of bringing magical culinary experiences to our guests.
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4. Mia's Italian Kitchen
4.8
Exceptional(2630)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • Alexandria
Booked 105 times today
Mia's Italian Kitchen, located at the riverside end of King Street in Old Town Alexandria, is rooted in family. Our menu is filled with homestyle traditional Italian recipes sourced from owner Dave Nicholas' Sicilian grandmother. An elegant wine list accompanies beer and craft cocktails on the beverage menu. Dine downstairs and watch the signature Sicilian-style rectangular pizzas cook in the 800-degree brick oven, or upstairs to view the energetic open kitchen. Open for lunch and dinner, plus bottomless weekend brunch.
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5. SHIA Restaurant
4.8
Exceptional(163)
Price: Very Expensive
• Korean • Washington
Booked 12 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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6. Reverie
4.8
Exceptional(56)
Price: Very Expensive
• Vegetarian • Georgetown
Booked 1 time today
Inspired by Chef Johnny Spero’s global travels, yet rooted in his Mid-Atlantic upbringing, Reverie is a Michelin-starred fine-dining experience. In July and August, summer's vegetables will take center stage on our fully vegetarian tasting menu.Please allow 2.5 hours for this experience. Corkage is offered at $75 per 750ml. Our cake cutting fee is $50 per cake.We can accommodate some but not all food allergies so please inquire before booking via info@reveriedc.com. For the summer vegetable season, we are unable to provide a dairy-free or nut-free version of our experience.
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7. The Dabney
4.7
Exceptional(378)
Price: Very Expensive
• American • Shaw
Booked 19 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.
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8. Open Road Grill - Rosslyn
4.7
Exceptional(272)
Price: Moderate
• American • Arlington
Booked 9 times today
Open Road is inspired by American culture — our passion for music, our love of the outdoors, and the spirit of the open road. Our kitchen team sources the freshest ingredients to create quality seasonal food. Our beer list celebrates local craft breweries. We have an extensive whiskey and bourbon collection, and we feature handcrafted cocktails that change with the seasons.At Open Road, we honor the tradition of a cold beer and fresh food with friends and family every day. Stop by and make yourself at home!
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9. Ruthie's All-Day
4.7
Exceptional(3394)
Price: Moderate
• American • Arlington
Booked 132 times today
The menu follows a Southern-fried meat-and-three concept, meaning diners order a meat, plus three sides. Those will include Ruthie’s mac and cheese, of course, but also white-soy-braised greens, stewed chickpeas and smoked cauliflower with a spicy soy glaze. “We’re going to be changing it a lot based on seasonality,” Hill says of the menu. “ Every vegetable has got to be fantastic because it has to stand on its own.” One thing that will help that: Hill is already growing all of the restaurant’s own herbs at his South Arlington community garden plot.
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10. Ada's on the River
4.8
Exceptional(4117)
Price: Moderate
• American • Old Town Alexandria
Booked 115 times today
Discover Ada's on the River, an esteemed culinary gem situated at 3 Pioneer Mill Way in Alexandria, VA. Famed for its upscale American fare with bold, wood-fired flavors, Ada's is your go-to restaurant, for lunch, happy hour, dinner, and brunch. As one of the best restaurants in Alexandria, VA, our diverse menu showcases a steakhouse worthy selection of aged meats, fresh seafood, indulgent desserts, some of the best cocktails in Old Town, and extensive wine list make your dining experience unforgettable. Enjoy stunning Potomac River views and impeccable service, making us the top choice for both intimate date nights and grand celebrations needing private event space.

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