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4.8
Exceptional(142)
Price: Very Expensive
• Korean • Washington
Booked 27 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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4.9
Exceptional(1)
Price: Very Expensive
• Italian • NoMa
Chef Nicholas Stefanelli approaches hosting guests in his restaurant as more of a lifestyle than a profession, taking the pretense out of fine dining in favor of heartfelt hospitality and honest cooking. Featuring an open-air courtyard with relaxed seating, a covered pergola seating area, and an indoor sala with a view of the seafoam green-tiled open kitchen, Masseria, brings together the rustic but welcoming aesthetic of an Italian country estate, the industrial grit of the Union Market district. Masseria features two dining experiences, a special 8-course Chef's Tasting Menu at our Chef's table, and Chef's counter. And our 6-course La Cucina Menu at our Bar, Sala, and Pergola.
A photo of Open Road Grill - Rosslyn restaurant
4.8
Exceptional(268)
Price: Moderate
• American • Arlington
Booked 15 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!
A photo of Pisco y Nazca Ceviche Gastrobar - Washington D.C. restaurant
4.8
Exceptional(2837)
Price: Moderate
• Peruvian • Downtown
Booked 119 times today
Pisco y Nazca Ceviche Gastrobar adds a modern twist to Peruvian cuisine. Inspired by Peru’s top eateries, the new DC outpost serves up bold-flavored dishes, unique cocktails and a vast selection of local and international beers.Situated in the bustling and vibrant Dupont Circle neighborhood, Pisco y Nazca Ceviche Gastrobar brings people together in a space that’s packed with personality and soul. Our vibrant bar with open kitchen views is the perfect spot for sipping, socializing, and savoring our crazy good ceviche. Come experience a celebration of good eats and good times for brunch, lunch, dinner or happy hour.Looking for the perfect venue? Plan your next event at the best ceviche bar this side of the Andes. Call today and ask about our private dining options.
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4.6
Exceptional(978)
Price: Expensive
• French • Downtown
Booked 5 times today
Welcome to La Bise, a modern, bright, and colorful 21st century French restaurant in the heart of Washington, DC. Just steps from the White House, patrons can enjoy our expanded outdoor patio, inviting bar, and an engaging, open-air kitchen with two distinctive dining room options. Enjoy our unique wine list of French and American varietals featuring both old and new world selections.
A photo of Sette Osteria restaurant
4.3
Awesome(1660)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • Dupont Circle
Booked 21 times today
Sette, meaning seven in Italian for that extra luck, is your spot for a fusion of comfort and traditional Italian vibes. Beyond a restaurant, Sette Osteria is a destination for locals and wanderers alike. Our decor is all about people, featuring an open kitchen with a wood-fired pizza station and views of vibrant Connecticut Avenue and R Streets. It's inviting, sophisticated, and buzzing with an international flair.Dive into our $20 Bottomless Weekend brunch (2 hours) or catch the daily Happy Hour from 4pm-7pm, extended on Sun & Mon until 10pm. Sette isn't just a restaurant; it's a lifestyle. Come for the food, stay for the vibes, and let Sette redefine your dining scene.
A photo of City Tap House - Penn Quarter restaurant
4.2
Awesome(1255)
Price: Moderate
• American • Downtown
Booked 3 times today
City Tap House boasts one of the area's most extensive local, national and international microbrew line ups, including over 40 drafts and an extensive bottle collection, with seasonal and rotating options, as well as a house made specialty cocktail menu. Complimented by our American regional cuisine and gourmet brick oven pizza menu; City Tap House offers guests a rustic, comfortable dining and bar setting adjacent to our spacious open kitchen. Currently open for lunch and nightly dinner service as well as for weekend brunch, City Tap House looks forward to having you join us for any occasion! Enjoy happy hour in our bar area Monday - Friday from 3:00pm - 6:00pm. Seasonal patio dining available. Please inquire about large group accommodations and catering menus for happy hours, cocktail receptions and seated functions as well as full-venue buy outs. We offer both semi-private and fully private event space.
A photo of Xiquet by Danny Lledó restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(92)
Price: Very Expensive
• Spanish • Georgetown
Booked 5 times today
Xiquet (chee-KETT) by Chef Danny Lledó features a sought-after tasting menu showcasing the finest products from around the world served with warm, Mediterranean hospitality. Known as one of the best fine dining restaurants in Washington DC for its modern Spanish cuisine, Xiquet has held a MICHELIN Star since 2021 and earned MICHELIN’s Sommelier of the Year Award in 2022. In the same year, AAA honored Xiquet with the travel authority’s highest rating, making it the only Five Diamond restaurant currently in the city. Recently, in 2023, the DC Restaurant Association awarded Xiquet with the RAMMY of Best Formal Fine Dining Restaurant of the Year.Please note that we do accept reservations for parties including 5 or more guests, however please contact us through email at info@xiquetdl.com and one of our sales managers will be in contact with you promptly to set your reservation up.
A photo of Blue Duck Tavern restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(6379)
Price: Expensive
• Contemporary American • Foggy Bottom
Booked 11 times today
When combined with the classic American touches of dark oak and blue burlap and mixed with a market-based menu featuring local farms and purveyors, Blue Duck Tavern captures the region’s natural bounty and culinary traditions. Handcrafted wood furnishings, including a 29-foot-long Windsor bench, enhance Blue Duck Tavern’s warm and rustic feel, inviting travelers and local residents to gather and celebrate the best ingredients of the season. Inside Blue Duck Tavern’s open kitchen with a custom-designed Molteni range, our award-winning culinary team brings seasonal and bold flavors to the table through simple cooking methods and modern techniques. Savor delicious slow-roasted cuisine from the restaurant’s wood-burning oven, capturing the flavors of America’s best wholesome foods and sustainable gastronomy.
A photo of dLeña - Chef Table restaurant
5.0
Exceptional(94)
Price: Very Expensive
• Contemporary Mexican • Mount Vernon Square
Join dLeña, as featured in the 2022 edition of The MICHELIN Guide DC, at our signature chef’s table tucked behind the main bar with an exquisite leather banquette facing directly into the open kitchen. Chef will prepare eight courses for 160.00 per guest, with an optional beverage pairing for 75.00 per guest. Each of our guests will receive a take-home surprise to enjoy the morning after. ¡Salud!*Kindly note we are not able to accommodate menu substitutions for our Chef’s Table experience.

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