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1. Zaytinya - DC

4.7

Exceptional(19981)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Mediterranean • Penn Quarter

Booked 265 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.

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2. The Smith – Penn Quarter, Washington, D.C

4.5

Awesome(4035)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• American • Penn Quarter

Booked 79 times today

The Smith is a casual American brasserie with a simple mission — make people happy! We care about every meal and every moment. The menu features bistro classics, seasonal fare, and craft cocktails. Walk in the door and you’re in for a great time. Whether it’s date night, drinks on the town, a big birthday bash, a working lunch, a boozy brunch, or an I-don’t-want-to-cook-tonight night, we’ve got you covered.

3. Jaleo - DC

4.7

Exceptional(11262)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Home cooking • Penn Quarter

Booked 109 times today

Imagined through the creative lens of Chef José Andrés and his team, Jaleo brings alive the spirit and flavors of Spain by showcasing the rich regional diversity of Spanish cuisine. Celebrating the traditional as well as the cutting-edge, Jaleo offers a taste of Spain in a festive, stylish, and casual atmosphere.

4. Oyamel

4.6

Exceptional(9779)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Home cooking • Penn Quarter

Booked 103 times today

At Oyamel, José Andrés and his team combine Mexico's rich regional diversity with the vibrant urban atmosphere of Mexico City. The liveliness of the dining room is matched by the creativity of the menu and cocktail list, featuring antojitos--Mexican small plates--ceviches and tacos.

5. Succotash PRIME

4.6

Exceptional(4204)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Penn Quarter

Booked 75 times today

Succotash PRIME is a progressive perspective of classic Southern favorites. James Beard Award winner Edward Lee brings his Korean roots and Southern repertoire to a soulful Southern Steakhouse menu.SUCCOTASH is named after the classic dish that has been a longstanding staple of the Southern table. While many know “Succotash” when they see it, the dish has been interpreted, modified, and passed from generation to generation for centuries. Our “Succotash” is special to us and we invite you to experience the South from our point of view.

6. Centrolina

4.8

Exceptional(2262)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Italian • Penn Quarter

Booked 22 times today

Centrolina is an Italian restaurant and market, locally owned and operated by Chef Amy Brandwein, set in Washington’s CityCenterDC development. The Osteria showcases a seasonally driven menu of authentic and innovative Italian dishes offered for lunch and dinner. Chef Brandwein's menu is inspired from the seasons, Italian regionality and the wide variety of Chef curated product in the adjoining market. The market showcases a selection of imported Italian specialty items along with locally sourced meat, sustainable fish, and produce from local farms. The Centrolina kitchen produces daily hand crafted fresh pasta and sauces, antipasti and entrees available for takeaway. For parties of 7 people or more, we do require a prix-fixe menu, please email caroline@centrolinadc.com for additional information.

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7. Moon Rabbit by Kevin Tien

4.8

Exceptional(759)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Vietnamese • Washington

Booked 78 times today

Moon Rabbit is a highly-regarded Vietnamese restaurant situated in the heart of Washington D.C., drawing inspiration from the virtuous rabbit depicted in the Buddhist Jataka tale. Led by acclaimed Chef Kevin Tien, the restaurant embodies an innovative approach to Vietnamese cuisine, showcasing a menu that is both unique and complex. Chef Tien's main objective is to pay tribute to his heritage as a first-generation Asian American, using Moon Rabbit as a platform for expressing his love for Vietnamese culture and food.

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8. Fogo de Chao - Washington DC

4.6

Exceptional(5342)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Brazilian • Downtown

Booked 68 times today

Fogo de Chão is an internationally-renowned steakhouse from Brazil that allows guests to discover what's next at every turn. Founded in Southern Brazil in 1979, Fogo elevates the centuries-old culinary art of churrasco - roasting high-quality cuts of meat over an open flame - into a cultural dining experience of discovery. Please join us in our dining room, in our more casual Bar Fogo, or bring the Fogo Experience to you with Fogo To-Go or Catering. Visit our website to make a reservation or place an order.

9. Seven Reasons

4.3

Awesome(38)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Latin American • Logan Circle

Booked 25 times today

Seven Reasons is about our origin, our curiosity and ingenuity brought to life through a Latin American fun-fine dining restaurant that expresses what we believe in and the flavors with which we grow.Seven Reasons has a simple but challenging mission: to take clients through a sensorial encounter, allowing our guests to discover their very own Seven Reasons of a magic culinary experience. Our kitchen is inspired by the best Latin American culinary roots, brought to life through Chef Enrique Limardo's bold, contemporary approach. Chef Enrique aims to transport clients through a route of exquisite flavors and textures, each presented in his unique way.Seven Reasons has been named DC's Best Restaurant (Washington Post, 2019), Best New Restaurant in the Americas (Esquire, 2019), and among the 40 Most Important Restaurant of the Decade (Esquire, 2019). Happy Hour runs Monday through Friday, 5 pm to 7 pm, first come, first serve in our bar area!

10. China Chilcano

4.7

Exceptional(3880)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Peruvian • Penn Quarter

Booked 54 times today

China Chilcano celebrates the rich culinary diversity of Peru and brings an exciting exploration of this multicultural cuisine to our Nation's Capital. The restaurant honors Peru's deeply rooted and diverse heritage, including its native Criollo, Chinese Chifa and Japanese Nikkei cuisines; its name an homage to Peru's renowned fish stew and its popular national drink, the Chilcano. China Chilcano ranks consistently as a top DC dining destination, and was awarded a bib gourmand in the 2017-2020 Michelin guides to Washington, DC.

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Awesome experience. Great food, great service and beautiful setting. Our server, Kwmane, was excellent. He was attentive, knowledgeable, entertaining and warmly engaging with the voice of a movie star. Our food and cocktails were exceptional and the atmosphere pleasant.
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5.0
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OyamelPrice: Moderate• Home cooking• Penn Quarter
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Mark
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5.0
Dined 4 days ago
They know how to run a restaurant. Apps cam immediately and dinner quickly. Excellent food, fresh and service terrific.
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Zaytinya - DCPrice: Moderate• Mediterranean• Penn Quarter
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Mitch
Columbus •12 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
Wonderful place for lunch. Will add this place to my gotta go if your in DC list
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Jaleo - DCPrice: Moderate• Home cooking• Penn Quarter
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4.7
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Cristo
New York City •5 reviews
5.0
Dined on Jul 11, 2025
Every time this restaurant hits so good especially the calamari and gnocchi life changing!
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The Smith – Penn Quarter, Washington, D.CPrice: Expensive• American• Penn Quarter
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