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1. Zaytinya - DC

4.7

Exceptional(20003)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Mediterranean • Penn Quarter

Booked 270 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(4037)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• American • Penn Quarter

Booked 67 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. Oyamel

4.6

Exceptional(9790)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Home cooking • Penn Quarter

Booked 120 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.

4. Jaleo - DC

4.7

Exceptional(11271)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Home cooking • Penn Quarter

Booked 131 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.

5. Succotash PRIME

4.6

Exceptional(4216)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Penn Quarter

Booked 50 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.

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6. Moon Rabbit by Kevin Tien

4.8

Exceptional(767)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Vietnamese • Washington

Booked 90 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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7. Fogo de Chao - Washington DC

4.6

Exceptional(5348)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Brazilian • Downtown

Booked 59 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.

8. Centrolina

4.7

Exceptional(2266)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Italian • Penn Quarter

Booked 40 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.

9. Seven Reasons

4.3

Awesome(43)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Latin American • Logan Circle

Booked 10 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!

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10. Carmine's - Washington DC

4.5

Awesome(6714)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Italian • Penn Quarter

Booked 67 times today

Carmine's is a family style restaurant offering exceptional value to its guests through the many dishes of Southern Italian cuisine. Restaurateur Artie Cutler crafted Carmine's with a singular vision; bringing his guests abundant portions and making any meal feel like an Italian American wedding feast. Platters of made to order pasta, decadent seafood or meat entrees, and of course homemade desserts are all staples at Carmine's, meant for sharing among friends and family. When great food and wine are supported by friendly and knowledgeable service, the results are magic - we want every day to feel like a Sunday afternoon at Grandma's! We are open for Indoor & Outdoor Dining, Pick-up, Delivery, Catering and Private Parties. Your safety is our priority. DC no longer requires proof of vaccination to dine indoors. Indoor & Outdoor dining are available.

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Denise
New York City •1 review
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Enjoyable dinner with great service. Tasting menu was delicious and waiter was very knowledgeable.
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OyamelPrice: Moderate• Home cooking• Penn Quarter
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4.6
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Stefanie
Hawaii •13 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Always superb food. Excellent service. Theres a reason this is a DC institution. Great for meat eaters and vegetarians alike. Love it
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4.7
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BrianVIP
Washington, D.C. Area •146 reviews
5.0
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Jaleo - DCPrice: Moderate• Home cooking• Penn Quarter
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4.7
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Nia
Kent •9 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
Lovely venue, great menu and helped with gluten free choices. Food was very tasty indeed. Highly recommend.
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The Smith – Penn Quarter, Washington, D.CPrice: Expensive• American• Penn Quarter
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4.5
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PilarVIP
Caribbean •6 reviews
5.0
Dined on Jul 21, 2025
Great evening, great company, superb Succotash!! Hu-See served us as we were the only customers: with kindness and genuine hospitality. Food and drinks deliciously tasty! Hu-See recommendations were right, the dessert flavor surprised all of us. Clark, the manager, made sure everything was ready for us to enjoy the “happy” time. Thanks! We will be back!
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Succotash PRIMEPrice: Moderate• American• Penn Quarter
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4.6

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