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1. Bistrot Lepic & Wine Bar

4.8

Exceptional(2685)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• French • Georgetown

Booked 16 times today

Dear guests,Now open for Lunch, Brunch and Dinner from Tuesday to Sunday for dining in, carry-outs and delivery through Door-Dash and UberEats.Celebrating its 30th year Anniversary, this Grand Little restaurant is definitely part of Georgetown’s culinary landscape!We are offering classic, regional and contemporary French cuisine. At the Wine Bar, you will feel as comfortable and relaxed as you would in your home.For Jazz night, please request a table in the Wine Bar. The Jazz performances are every Wednesday nights, from 6pm to 9pm.In July, a 3% service fee will be added to all guest checks and will be used to cover the increasing server wages.This fee is not a tip.Visit our Sister Bistrot, La Piquette on 3714 Macomb Street Nw. in Cleveland Park - Tel: 202 686 2015 - info@lapiquettedc.com

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2. Filomena Ristorante

4.8

Exceptional(17576)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • Georgetown

Booked 184 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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3. Founding Farmers Fishers & Bakers DC: Georgetown

4.4

Awesome(13973)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Georgetown

Booked 242 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!

4. Chez Billy Sud

4.8

Exceptional(3061)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• French • Georgetown

Booked 48 times today

Welcome to Chez Billy Sud, your classic neighborhood French bistro in the heart of historic Georgetown! We accept reservations for dinner on a rolling 30 day basis. Reservations can be made for parties up to 6 guests for bistro dining. Our private dining room can be reserved for large parties (7-16 guests) by contacting our event coordinator at events@chezbillysud.com. For general inquiries, please contact us at info@chezbillysud.com.Depending on the weather, our patio is available on a first-come basis. Please check with your host upon arrival for patio seating.Our Bar à Vin (located right next door) is open for dinner and drinks 7 days a week and requires no reservations. Please visit our website ChezBillySud.com or check us out on Instagram @ChezBillySud.We look to hosting you!

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5. Clyde's of Georgetown

4.7

Exceptional(4215)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Georgetown

Booked 58 times today

Clyde's of Georgetown, situated in the historic Georgetown neighborhood of Washington, DC, is a beloved institution offering classic American cuisine in a charming setting. The menu showcases fresh, seasonal dishes ranging from seafood and steaks to innovative salads and hearty sandwiches. Clyde's also features an impressive bar with handcrafted cocktails and an extensive wine list, perfect for pairing with any meal. Known for its warm hospitality and timeless ambiance, Clyde's of Georgetown provides a delightful dining experience for both locals and visitors alike. Indoor, Bar, and Outdoor seating available with lunch, dinner, brunch, late night, and raw bar service.

6. Brasserie Liberté

4.4

Awesome(2421)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Contemporary French / American • Georgetown

Booked 92 times today

At Brasserie Liberté traditional French meets modern luxury in the heart of Georgetown. Our menu reflects the comfort food of the cuisine served in a cozy and laidback setting.Please note the Fabergé Egg seats 4 guests.

7. Nobu DC

4.7

Exceptional(2377)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Japanese • Washington

Booked 72 times today

Situated on the ground floor of the new Residences on M Street, in the heart of the West End just steps from Georgetown, Nobu Washington DC brings Chef Nobu Matsuhisa’s genre-defining cuisine to the nation’s Capital. With more than 11,000 square feet of space including the Bar & Lounge, Dining Room and Sushi Bar, and multiple private event spaces, Nobu DC presents the ideal setting to enjoy signatures like Black Cod with Miso and Yellowtail Sashimi Jalapeño alongside DC-inspired dishes and cocktails.

8. Kyojin Sushi

4.7

Exceptional(525)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Sushi • Washington

Booked 40 times today

Welcome to KYOJIN, an extraordinary culinary experience curated by Chef Saran Kannasute. Located in Cady's Alley of Georgetown, Washington, D.C., KYOJIN is the flagship restaurant and joining sibling to the acclaimed YUME Sushi.Blending non-traditional Japanese expertise with Thai roots and refined French techniques, KYOJIN offers an unforgettable sensory journey. Our imaginative Asian-inspired cocktail menu is thoughtfully designed to enhance this dining experience, drawing inspiration from the rich culinary traditions of Asia.With its inviting ambiance, intimate sushi bar, and elegant private dining areas, KYOJIN delivers sophistication, and takes guests on a memorable journey through extraordinary flavors.

9. Alara

4.1

Excellent(125)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Mediterranean • Georgetown

Booked 75 times today

Alara, modern Mediterranean escape. Our menu is focused, mainly on Turkish and Greek cuisine and inspired by Levant region. Levantine cuisine is celebrated for its vibrant flavors and the communal expense of sharing meals. As you enter gates of our restaurant in this historic Georgetown, you will be transported to tavernas along the Aegean coastal towns where the Turkish cost meet the Greek Islands. Our restaurant will great you with a dose of warm, genuine, Mediterranean hospitality as you indulge in the tastes and traditions of the Aegean

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10. Chef Geoff's West End

4.5

Awesome(1691)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • West End

Booked 61 times today

A vibrant, modernized iteration of the original Chef Geoff’s offering seasonal dishes full of flavor. You will feel welcome here for any occasion large or small. Our made from scratch menu 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 Supermugs (giant beers) to our handcrafted cocktails. Enjoy our open air dining, people watching on the patio or or our beautifully designed dining room!

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