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1. Reign Restaurant and Lounge
3.4
Very Good(3)
Price: Expensive
• American • Columbia Heights
Booked 2 times today
Reign Restaurant and Lounge offers an unforgettable dining experience in the heart of the DC area, where finesse meets flavor. This intimate and cozy American-style restaurant serves high-quality dishes that tantalize your taste buds, including mouthwatering wings and succulent grilled lamb chops. Pair your meal with one of our creative cocktails, expertly crafted to elevate your night. Whether you’re here to enjoy a hookah session or groove to the rhythm of live music, we set the stage for amazing nightlife and memorable moments. Perfect for an evening out with friends or a romantic date, we promise you a night filled with great food, vibrant energy, and an ambiance that’s second to none.
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2. Thip Khao
4.8
Exceptional(38)
Price: Expensive
• Laotian • Columbia Heights / Brightwood
Booked 31 times today
Thip Khao is acclaimed chef Seng Luangrath's flagship restaurant in Columbia Heights, Washington, DC. Thip Khao serves up spicy Lao (or Laotian) dishes and classic cocktails with an exotic twist. Lao cuisine leverages tropical herbs and cooking techniques of Southeast Asia. However, the flavor profile is distinct from its fellow SE Asian countries like Thailand, Vietnam, and Malaysia. Dishes like Naem Khao (Crispy Rice Salad), Sai Oua (lemongrass pork sausage), Laab, and Tam Muk Houng (Lao papaya salad) at Thip Khao showcase the unique flavors of Laos. Many dishes are served with sticky rice. Chef Seng recommends eating sticky rice with your hands as most Laotians do. Since its opening, the restaurant has been well received by Washingtonians and critics alike. The restaurant has had national recognition from multiple publications including New York Times, Washington Post, Bon Apetit magazine, Washingtonian magazine, and Michelin Guide (Bib Gourmand).
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3. Fraiche
4.4
Awesome(246)
Price: Expensive
• Fusion / Eclectic • Columbia Heights
Booked 47 times today
Fraiche (French for Fresh) is a fresh take on culinary fusion with inspiration from multiple cultures (including French, Cajun/Southern American, and Caribbean). This is also a fresh take on the historic architecture of the venue, which was once a theater. Fraiche is designed to be a non-pretentious culinary destination with a nod to upscale dining without the stuffiness. The menu is constructed in a way that takes approachable and recognizable food and elevates it, with no flavor left behind! Since the beginning of time, food has brought people together and that is our ultimate goal with this concept.
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4. Mita
4.9
Exceptional(149)
Price: Very Expensive
• Latin American • Washington
Booked 12 times today
MITA is a Michelin-Starred Vegetable-forward restaurant, offering a vibrant menu inspired by the rich flavors and ingredients of Latin America. Founded by Chefs Miguel Guerra and Tatiana Mora, MITA emphasizes the beauty and versatility of vegetables, crafting innovative dishes that delight the senses.We can be reached at info@mitadc.com.
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5. Bresca
4.7
Exceptional(980)
Price: Expensive
• Contemporary French / American • U Street Corridor
Booked 16 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.
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6. Mi Vida, 14th Street
4.7
Exceptional(447)
Price: Moderate
• Mexican • Logan Circle
Booked 16 times today
Chef Roberto Santibañez creates a menu inspired by Mexican street food and traditional home cooking of his country, but in a modern, elevated presentation. Guests can enjoy traditional dishes such as Carne Asada, a variety of Tacos, Seasonal Fish, Ceviches and other Contemporary Mexican creations.
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7. Jônt
4.9
Exceptional(205)
Price: Very Expensive
• French / Japanese • U Street Corridor
Booked 6 times today
At Jônt, we are a team of young and inspired chefs taking down the walls between kitchen and guests and taking you on a culinary adventure. Immerse yourself in a progressive tasting menu focusing on the simple, yet luxurious, ingredients around the world with deep inspiration from Japanese cuisine.We challenge the seasons, navigate beyond the limits of time and break with tradition— getting playful with process and tricky with techniques at the intersection of place and possibility.Jônt has been recognized with two Michelin stars since 2021.
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8. Service Bar
4.8
Exceptional(16)
Price: Moderate
• Cocktail Bar • Mount Vernon Square
Booked 3 times today
Service Bar, opened by Chad Spangler and Glendon Hartley, has provided Washington DC with a relaxed and intimate alternative to the typical stiff-upper-lip cocktail bar.
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9. Sagrada
4.7
Exceptional(22)
Price: Very Expensive
• Mexican • U Street Corridor
SAGRADA – A Culinary Journey of the Psychedelic Mind by James Beard-nominated KNEAD Hospitality + Design.SAGRADA explores the transformative power of psilocybin—without its physical presence. For millennia, cultures have revered psychedelic mushrooms as sacred medicine, guiding healing, expansion, and self-discovery. Nowhere is this connection more profound than in Mexico, where these fungi are deeply woven into spiritual traditions. Creative Director & Facilitator Michael Reginbogin brings this legacy to life through Mexican cuisine, crafting each dish as a chapter in a psychedelic journey. Rooted in indigenous ingredients, ancient techniques, and modern innovation, our menu offers two paths: an eight-course plant-based menu or a flexitarian menu, primarily plant-based with select animal-sourced ingredients.
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10. The Alchemist
4.7
Exceptional(79)
Price: Expensive
• Cocktail Bar • McPherson Square
Booked 3 times today
Step into the clandestine world of The Alchemist, an elusive speakeasy where craftsmanship and libation unite. Immerse yourself in a realm of handcrafted cocktails featuring smoke and fire, where we infuse spirits seasonally and boast over 150 carefully selected bourbons, whiskeys, and scotches. Uncover the art of mixology and savor the allure of rare spirits at The Alchemist DC

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