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1. Old Ebbitt Grill

4.8

Exceptional(30337)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Downtown

Booked 346 times today

Founded in 1856, Old Ebbitt Grill is Washington, DC's oldest saloon and a must-visit destination for locals and tourists alike. Situated in the heart of the city, just steps from The White House, this historic landmark offers a timeless blend of classic American cuisine and unparalleled hospitality. Old Ebbitt Grill promises a memorable visit filled with a warm ambiance and a seasonal menu spanning from freshly shucked oysters to house-made pastas and perfectly prepared steaks & chops. From the Rooftop Terrace to the Atrium or Cabinet Room, Ebbitt's private dining spaces are ideal for celebrations ranging from small and intimate to grand and stylish.

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2. Chef Geoff's (New Mexico Ave.)

4.5

Awesome(4227)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Contemporary American • Georgetown

Booked 20 times today

Chef Geoff’s is a chef driven restaurant offering Contemporary American cuisine. A DC staple for over 20 years, with a friendly, neighborhood feel, you will feel welcome here for any occasion large or small. Our made from scratch menu is fresh, flavorful and offers something for everyone. From pizza, salads and burgers to our more elaborate main dishes, one thing is for certain, we don’t skimp on flavor! Our bar covers all ends of the spectrum from our famous super mugs (giant beers) to our handcrafted cocktails. Enjoy our large elevated patio for the perfect al fresco dining experience or our cozy newly renovated dining room. We cannot wait to see you!

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3. Filomena Ristorante

4.8

Exceptional(17651)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • Georgetown

Booked 216 times today

Filomena Now over 40 Years and counting!Filomena is a Washington DC landmark restaurant now with over 40 years of serving some of the finest Italian food you can enjoy. Our Pasta is fresh made by hand just like it was done for centuries in Italy. Our bakery is in-house, and we make over 20 different desserts to choose from. During Valentine's Day, Easter, Halloween and Christmas you can experience some of the most incredible decorations you can find! Four decades of making not just a great dining experience but a memorable one. Filomena has recently introduced a full line of homemade pasta, sauces, desserts that can be shipped nationwide too!

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4. Founding Farmers DC: Foggy Bottom

4.5

Awesome(34667)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Foggy Bottom

Booked 236 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!

5. Zaytinya - DC

4.7

Exceptional(19914)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Mediterranean • Penn Quarter

Booked 330 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.

6. La Piquette

4.9

Exceptional(3103)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• French • Cleveland Park

Booked 31 times today

Dear Guests,A neighborhood Bistrot located in Cleveland Park that stays faithful to its French roots offering the best French dishes on this side of the AtlanticExecutive Chef Francis Layrle prepares a daily menu with farm raised and seasonal fresh ingredients. The bar offers a carefully curated wine selection and house cocktails. La Piquette presents an authentic bistrot atmosphere the way it is meant to be: fun, simple and delicious.

7. Et Voila

4.8

Exceptional(4028)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• French • Palisades Northwest

Booked 37 times today

Chef Claudio Pirollo is a chef driven restaurant offering Contemporary Belgian/French Bistro.A DC staple for 15 years, with a friendly, neighborhood feel, you will feel welcome here for any occasion large or small. Our made from scratch menu is fresh, flavorful and offers something for everyone. From Classic European Bistro Cuisine to sophisticated daily Specials! Our bar covers handcrafted creative cocktails, with a large and high hand Wine List. Enjoy our cozy and energic dining room for an unforgettable experience . We cannot wait to see you!

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8. King St Oyster Bar - City Ridge

4.1

Excellent(129)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Oyster Bar • Tenleytown

Booked 10 times today

The newest and freshest oyster bar in Washington DC! Along with having one of the best happy hours in the city everyday from 3:00-6:30, we offer one of the more extensive selections of oysters in DC. Whether you're here to enjoy our $5 drinks and $1 oysters from our happy hour menu or plan an event in our private dining room, we've got you covered.

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9. Mon Ami Gabi - Bethesda

4.6

Exceptional(7550)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• French • Bethesda

Booked 89 times today

Mon Ami Gabi will reopen on Monday, March 17 offering weekday lunch, weekday happy hour, weekend brunch, and dinner served daily. Enjoy authentic French dishes prepared with a modern twist. From our Steak Frites and famous Roast Chicken a la Grand-Mère to our extensive wine list and artisanal cocktail program, every visit promises a taste of Paris. Welcome to Mon Ami Gabi.

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10. Founding Farmers Fishers & Bakers DC: Georgetown

4.4

Awesome(14006)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Georgetown

Booked 124 times today

Located at Georgetown’s Washington Harbor on the Potomac River with a lively dining room, full-service bar, and a covered & heated patio, this farmer-owned restaurant is open 365 days a year serving breakfast, lunch, dinner, weekday happy hour, and a decadent weekend Farmers Market Buffet Brunch. Everything is made from scratch with simple, high-quality ingredients from farmers and suppliers they know and trust. Expansive menus include an array of seafood dishes, sushi, pizzas, tacos, decadent desserts, Founding Farmers Chocolates, classic and tiki cocktails featuring spirits from their DC-based distillery, Founding Spirits. You can also swing by for a cup of house-roasted coffee and breakfast treat from their First Bake Cafe. Mission driven and operating Through The Eyes Of The Farmer,™ they actively care about their guests, communities, and the planet. 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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Emma
Sydney •29 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Delicious food and wonderful flavours! Highly recommended!
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Zaytinya - DCPrice: Moderate• Mediterranean• Penn Quarter
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4.7
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Nicole
New York City •6 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
We ate outside and it was a wonderful evening. Great food and cocktails.
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Founding Farmers DC: Foggy BottomPrice: Moderate• American• Foggy Bottom
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4.5
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Sheila
Washington, D.C. Area •14 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
Caesar salad with salmon. Jumbo grilled shrimp. Both were cooked perfectly and delicious. Sat at the outside patio and it was perfect.
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Chef Geoff's (New Mexico Ave.)Price: Moderate• Contemporary American• Georgetown
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4.5
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AdrienneVIP
Orlando / Central Florida East •92 reviews
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
Crab cakes were absolutely delicious. Service was outstanding and our whole experience was amazing
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Old Ebbitt GrillPrice: Moderate• American• Downtown
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4.8
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VickyVIP
Asheville / Western North Carolina •18 reviews
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
Lively and warm atmosphere. Superb food and service.
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Filomena RistorantePrice: Expensive• Italian• Georgetown
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