Restaurants near Walter E. Washington Convention Center

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1. Petite Cerise

4.7

Exceptional(233)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• French • Mount Vernon Square

Booked 47 times today

Part neighborhood café, part energetic bistro, Petite Cerise is located in a bright and lively historic corner space in Shaw/Mount Vernon Triangle. Petite Cerise features separate à la carte menus for brunch, lunch, and dinner. In addition, Petite Cerise has a Coffee Counter open Tuesday - Friday opening at 8am serving classic coffee and espresso preparations, housemade pastries, and other breakfast items to go or sit down.Dinner offers both an à la carte menu along with a Prix Fixe option. The focus in the evening is to craft unique and innovative dishes utilizing the very best ingredients within the Mid-Atlantic region and beyond skillfully prepared through a French lens.If you decide to join us for a morning coffee, quick mid-day bite, stretch out your lunch over a glass of wine, or gather with friends for an indulgent and creative dinner, we invite you here to celebrate and enjoy.

2. Amazonia

4.8

Exceptional(220)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Peruvian • Mount Vernon Square

Booked 56 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 skilled kitchen team from Causa downstairs.

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3. Rumi's Kitchen - DC

4.9

Exceptional(2588)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Persian • Mount Vernon Square

Booked 109 times today

Rumi's Kitchen first opened more than a decade ago in Atlanta, the result of years of development by Chef / Owner Ali Mesghali. Showcasing the flavors of Iran -- fresh herbs, kabobs cooked over an open-fire grill -- quickly won loyal guests at the original location in Sandy Springs, GA and set us on pace to open our first restaurant outside of Georgia in 2020. Rumi was a 13th-century Persian poet whose words and life teach us how to find inner peace, happiness and love. We invite you to Rumi’s Kitchen where fresh, healthy food and attentive Persian hospitality await you.

4. The Dabney

4.8

Exceptional(332)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• American • Shaw

Booked 11 times today

Located in historic Blagden Alley in D.C.'s Shaw neighborhood since 2015, The Dabney continues to pay tribute to the wonderful farmers, watermen, and purveyors of the mid-Atlantic region whom provide some of the best and most unique products in the country. We celebrate these ingredients by preparing them in a large wood burning hearth which is the centerpiece of our open kitchen. The current dining room experience is an 8-course tasting menu honoring the Mid-Atlantic's bounty. We offer an additional 3-course experience at our bar and bar area tables. Walk-in guests are welcome to enjoy the bar area as well.The Dabney has been awarded one Michelin star every year since 2017, James Beard Foundation Best Chef Mid-Atlantic for Chef Jeremiah Langhorne in 2018, and Washingtonian Magazine's #1 restaurant in 2023. At this time we are unable to accommodate severe allium and dairy allergies as well as vegan and vegetarian diets.

5. San Lorenzo

4.6

Exceptional(337)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • Shaw

Booked 17 times today

Come to San Lorenzo and feel transported to the streets of Italy. Enjoy light, wholesome dishes & only the finest Italian wines while surrounded by beautiful stucco walls and black & white photos of the chef/owner's hometown.Chef Massimo believes in creating dishes that honor the heritage & flavors of his native Tuscany. The magic of this cuisine is the exceptional preparation — fresh, simple ingredients paired with unique herbs & seasonings for a taste that’s anything but simple. With over 30 years of culinary training - he delivers homemade pastas, sauces, Florentine steak, veal, fresh fish & exceptional risotto. For the real experience, try a 4 or 6 course tasting menu -something this chef is best known for in DC.So, whether dining alone at the cozy bar, attending a ticketed wine dinner or Saturday wine lunch, with 20 friends in the private room, a 100 for a wedding, or just enjoying a bottle of wine - you will feel the charm & care San Lorenzo offers to each guest who visits.

6. Causa

4.9

Exceptional(96)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Peruvian • Shaw

Booked 6 times today

Causa is our Michelin-Starred tasting room where the world of Peruvian culinary tradition comes to life, thanks to the artistry of Chef Carlos Delgado. Here, you'll embark on a journey through the gastronomic heritage of the Peruvian geographical regions.Reservations can be booked two months in advance. This prix-fixe menu is $179 (tax & gratuity not included). Enhance your experience further with a Remarkable Wine Pairing to compliment your 6-courses or venture into North America's rarest pisco selection and fully immerse yourself in the bounty of Peru's national spirit.If you have any questions or clarifications on allergens or restrictions, reach out to info@causadc.com prior to booking. Gift Card? Please use a credit card to book hold your reservation and we will refund you upon completion of your meal. Causa accepts inKind House Account credit and is unable to accept general inKind credits. Please reach out to inKind support for further clarification.

7. Tortino

4.5

Awesome(1925)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Italian • Downtown

Booked 7 times today

Executive Chef and owner Noé Canales welcomes you to experience his vision of contemporary Italian cuisine in his lovely new neighborhood restaurant designed to transport you to a trattoria in Tuscany.

8. STK - DC

3.9

Excellent(560)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Steakhouse • Mount Vernon Square

Booked 70 times today

STK Steakhouse is “not your daddy’s steakhouse,” offering a high-energy dining experience that artfully combines the superior quality of a traditional steakhouse with a Vibe Dining atmosphere unlike any other. Delectable cuisine, upscale cocktails and an elevated Happy Hour, along with an in-house DJ and chic décor, all come together to offer a memorable fine dining experience that keeps guests enjoying their evening from drinks to dinner to late night. STK’s menu features reimagined classic American cuisine for lunch, brunch and dinner with unique local flair infused into each location’s menu. The brand’s beef program focuses on the highest quality, delicious and craveable steaks while emphasizing transparency and traceable sourcing practices.

9. G.O.A.T. Room

4.8

Exceptional(78)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Indian • Downtown

Booked 12 times today

G.O.A.T. Room welcomes everyone to experience the wonderful food and flavors of the Punjab region! Metropolitan DC is a melting pot of many different cultures and Indian Masala is a melting pot of many different spices. When it is all combined it creates a blend of diversity and flavors. This is what G.O.A.T. Room is all about, enjoy friends.

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10. Morrison-Clark Restaurant

4.2

Awesome(565)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• American • Downtown

Booked 4 times today

The Main Dining Room is highlighted by gilded mirrors, Italian marble fireplaces, and crystal chandeliers. The tantalizing cuisine is innovative and fresh, its style is regional American. The Morrison Clark Restaurant is consistently rated among Washington's finest. Experience the storied legacy of a 19th Century Victorian mansion, now a full-service hotel and restaurant, proud to be on the National Register of Historic Places.

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RobertVIP
Tampa / Central Florida West •12 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
John was the best guide for the restaurant. Very knowledgeable and communicative
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RPM Italian - DCPrice: Very Expensive• Italian• Mount Vernon Square
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4.7
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ScottVIP
Washington, D.C. Area •28 reviews
4.0
Dined 1 day ago
As always the food was yummy and the pistachio profiteroles were out-of-this world delicious— among the best desserts I’ve eaten. The prix-fixe option is one of the best deals in town. One of the things I enjoy here is the graciousness of the service, but tonight our meal was undermined by inattentive and somewhat smug service. It may have been a matter of the server having more tables than he could handle, but the vibe was off compared to past visits.
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Petite CerisePrice: Expensive• French• Mount Vernon Square
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4.7
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Priscilla
Chicago / Illinois •14 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Amazing food, attentive staff, wonderful ambience. What more can you ask for?
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Rumi's Kitchen - DCPrice: Expensive• Persian• Mount Vernon Square
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4.9
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AmyVIP
San Francisco Bay Area •37 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
Service was awesome, everyone so friendly and gave us a glass of Prosecco to celebrate our anniversary! Food amazing as always. Highly recommend.
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Yardbird Table & Bar - Washington D.C.Price: Expensive• Contemporary Southern• McPherson Square
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4.4
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Shayla
Washington, D.C. Area •1 review
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
Very nice place and very quiet! I’d come back for sure
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STK - DCPrice: Very Expensive• Steakhouse• Mount Vernon Square
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3.9

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