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Award-winning Restaurants in Washington D.C.

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33 Restaurants
Updated December 07, 2022
Restaurants:1789 Restaurant, ala, Ambar Capitol Hill
Price Range:$$$ - $$$
Cuisines:American, Mediterranean, Balkan style
Neighborhoods:Georgetown, Dupont Circle, Capitol Hill
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1789 Restaurant

$$$$
American
Georgetown
4.7
6009 reviews
For 30 plus years it remains my favorite place in DC in all categories, service, food, ambiance. Compliments on keeping a great thing going.

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ala

$$$$
Mediterranean
Dupont Circle
4.6
1100 reviews
Great food artfully presented. Service is attentive and friendly and the prices are reasonable for the quality of the food and downtown location.

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Ambar Capitol Hill

$$$$
Balkan style
Capitol Hill
4.8
4295 reviews
Melina was very caring hostess!

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Bar Chinois

$$$$
Chinese
Shaw
4.7
365 reviews
Amazing happy hour, quick service, great cocktails and food is delicious

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Bidwell

$$$$
American
NoMa
4.3
523 reviews
This is gonna be a lot to read!! This was my first time there. Everything was going great. Food, ambiance, great service.. until. the bill came. We booked for 5 but ended up being 4. that was fine... they adjusted. We got a table by the door. The cold was too much for 3 of them. Im a big guy so it was ok for me.. they moved us.. Awesome.. thank you. We got a better table.. (we chose the second table as well. it was still by a door.. we didnt know. still a better table) So we ate and it was sooo delicious) the waitress was so sweet and kind.. We ordered 3 endless mimosas. i ordered 1 mimosa for me, because i was the driver.. and.. ive worked in a restaurant.. i knew not to take from the carafe of endless mimosas. then we get the bill.. There was a bill with my $9.00 mimosa and then $25.00 endless mimosa and then $75.00 mimosa. i found our kind waitress and told her that this receipt is wrong. She let us know that someone said the drinks were flowing and that i was charged too. I told her kindly, I def did not drink more than my little one glass and ROLL the tape. i drank from that one glass with no refills, because as a server before.. I know they would try to get me. i asked them to roll the tape.. after about 5-10 mins.. the charge was removed. but. it wasn't the best experience. I totally know that people try to get over.. but I didn't .. If you need to watch us carefully, be right about it.

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BlackSalt

$$$$
Seafood
Palisades Northwest
4.8
6297 reviews
Prices have increased considerably.

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Chaplin

$$$$
Japanese
Shaw
4.7
1345 reviews
Great ramen!! Best so far.

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China Chilcano

$$$$
Peruvian
Penn Quarter
4.7
3136 reviews
A must try!

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Das Ethiopian - Georgetown

$$$$
Ethiopian
Georgetown
4.7
1256 reviews
This was our first time and they were so incredibly gracious and helpful. The food and service were absolutely incredible.

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Dauphine’s

$$$$
Contemporary American
Downtown
4.5
1168 reviews
In 2023 we are starting a tradition of brunch with friends and plan to do it at least twice a month! It was fitting that we start with Dauphine’s on New Years Day with some of our oldest friends. We were seated at an amazing table on the balcony overlooking the live jazz band! Chef Essig treated us amazingly well and the entire team from host, to wait staff, and managers all went above and beyond. We knew it was going to be a special meal when the four of us sat down and three of the plates had the same image of an animal, I think it was a duck, and one had a herring! Our friend with the herring plate told us that herrings tend to be around when she is thinking of her grandmother! The food was beyond spectacular! The current version of gumbo with the smoked meats was killer and you don’t want to miss out on the Pommes Dauphine! They were a heavenly bite of crunch, soft, creamy, sweet, and spicy! We cannot wait to return!

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dLeña

$$$$
Latin American
Mount Vernon Square
4.7
1089 reviews
Troy was absolutely amazing!!! He literally ready my mind by sending suggested brunch plates before I even ordered them and everything we got from the menu was delicious! I cannot wait to return!

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El Secreto de Rosita

$$$$
Latin American
Downtown
4.5
426 reviews
So many great options. Service was so genuine and fast. We loved the gnocchi lomo Saltado.

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Estuary at the Conrad DC

$$$$
Unspecified
Penn Quarter
4.5
492 reviews
It was a wonderful time. We are high maintenance people and picky eaters…and we were pleased with everything. From the cinnamon bun, to the avocado toast, to the crab Benedict and the omelette, everything was delicious. Service was outstanding, shoutout to the hostess, waiters, manager, and especially the chef. Thanks for making our day so special.

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Georgia Brown's

$$$$
Low Country
Downtown
4.4
7864 reviews
It's always a good time at Georgia Brown. I went for Sunday Jazz brunch and it was top tier. There was a bit of wait because people did not want leave their tables. We sat at the bar and enjoyed biscuits and Mimosas. Everything was delicious. The service was impeccable. The music was amazing. One warning: There is a homeless tent city in McPherson Square park that popped up over the pandemic. It's not a great sight, so I would not recommend sitting outdoors.

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Gravitas

$$$$
American
Capitol Hill
4.5
131 reviews
Everything was delicious!

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Jaleo DC

$$$$
Spanish
Penn Quarter
4.7
9821 reviews
We always love our visits to Jaleo. The food is phenomenal, and the service is attentive and pleasant.

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Joselito Casa de Comidas

$$$$
Spanish
Capitol Hill
4.7
1219 reviews
I’ve always wanted to experience this place with my wife and am so glad I did this weekend. Everything - the cocktails, the sangria and tapas - were exquisite.

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Kaliwa

$$$$
Asian
Southwest Waterfront
3.8
333 reviews
Mia was professional, courteous, and knowledgeable. The food options were amazing and the wine selection was fantastic.

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La Bise

$$$$
French
Downtown
4.8
605 reviews
What a beautiful restaurant. It is the old Oval Room. Comfortable and clean. The tables are not on top of each other. A perfect place for a mid-week business dinner. The menu is lovely. A nice selection of fish, fowl, beef, vegetarian. Traditional French sauces and preparations were peppered throughout. The staff was friendly and knowledgeable. I liked the wine list. I was disappointed that the gougeres were not hot or even warm. They were slightly cooler than room temperature. Also, the oysters and sabyon was an underwhelming appetizer. One oyster tasted "funky" and made my stomach gurgle for hours. I would have expected fresher seafood. Still, it is worth trying and I will return. Recommend for business dinners and special occasions.

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Lupo Verde - 14th St

$$$$
Italian
Logan Circle
4.4
1749 reviews
Food was outstanding. The brunch menu offered some great staples and also some great Italian options. Food and service were outstanding!

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Maiz64

$$$$
Mexican
Logan Circle
4.6
207 reviews
Food was excellent, lots of interesting flavors that don't make it into other cuisines. The Broccolini/Bok Choy and the carne asado tacos were real standouts. The dishes were very flavorful without being heavy, which is a rare combo.

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Michele’s

$$$$
Contemporary French / American
West Loop
4.2
153 reviews
The food was excellent and the customer service was phenomenal. Both our waiter and the manager made sure we had an amazing dining experience. We had the shrimp cocktail which is prepared sue vie style so it was extremely tender. We also ordered the mushroom tart that's on a flat puff pastry. It was delicious. We ordered the double burger and whole fried fish and shared them. Again delicious! They even have a cocktail that I believe is only available at their restaurant. It think its called honey I'm sorry I'm late. It's a must try because it's smooth and unique.

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Ottoman Taverna

$$$$
Turkish
Mount Vernon Square
4.7
1362 reviews
We decided to try Ottoman Taverna to celebrate a birthday and we participated in the 44$ tasting menu. Everything was delicious and beautifully platedl. Portion sizes were quite large and we even had to box up our leftovers! The servers were knowledgeable and friendly. Always smiling. They even ended the meal with a birthday surprise! We will 100% come back here to try everything else on the menu.

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Oyamel

$$$$
Mexican
Penn Quarter
4.7
9010 reviews
The service was excellent and the food was amazing!

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Pearl Dive Oyster Palace

$$$$
Seafood
Logan Circle
4.9
1240 reviews
My partner and I had brunch and it was great. Good food bu I do think a couple of more signature items could be added to the menu. Overall great experience!

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Rumi's Kitchen - DC

$$$$
Persian
Mount Vernon Square
4.8
1474 reviews
All I can say is WOW!!! Saw this restaurant on Tic Tock and gave it a try…. Amazing experience the food was delicious, the drinks were on point. The sever was knowledgeable and provided recommendations. I can’t wait to go back.

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San Lorenzo

$$$$
Italian
Shaw
4.8
90 reviews
Fantastic doing experience from hostess to dessert.

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Shilling Canning Company

$$$$
American
Navy Yard
4.8
14 reviews
We did the Chef's Counter experience and it was so great ! The interaction with the chef's, their attention to us, and the amazing 7 course meal they created was all spectacular and made for a wonderful evening. Highly recommend !

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Swahili Village The Consulate

$$$$
African
Dupont Circle
4.7
291 reviews
Great food, great drinks, great service, and great music!

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Bombay Club

$$$$
Indian
Downtown
4.8
4818 reviews
It was our 14th wedding anniversary celebration. Bombay Club was absolutely the right choice! The food and service were both excellent, there was a very pleasant buzz of other diners enjoying themselves, and the staff paid us special attention because of our anniversary. I will definitely recommend Bombay Club to friends and family!

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The Pembroke

$$$$
Global, International
Dupont Circle
4.6
1390 reviews
The brunch was delicious, the music playlist really set the mood, the decor was bright and vibrant. It was perfect for a girls brunch.

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Tonari

$$$$
Italian
Penn Quarter
4.6
138 reviews
The ambiance and the overall experience was great! I kind of wish the portion size was larger to accommodate for family style type dining as recommended by the server.

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Zaytinya

$$$$
Mediterranean
Penn Quarter
4.7
17421 reviews
Always great food and service. One of my favorite restaurants in DMV!

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