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Women-Owned and -Operated Restaurants to Support in D.C.

Celebrate the diversity of the restaurant industry! These Woman-owned and -operated restaurants are proud to share their identity — explore spots to support near you.

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42 Restaurants
Updated February 08, 2023
Restaurants:Equinox - DC, i Ricchi, New Heights
Price Range:$$$ - $$$
Cuisines:Contemporary American, Italian, American
Neighborhoods:Downtown, Dupont Circle, Woodley Park
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Equinox - DC

$$$$
Contemporary American
Downtown
4.5
3254 reviews
My first time at Equinox was truly splendid, and I cannot wait to return! Our server Didier was particularly outstanding and deserves a special thanks for such excellent service! A very dear friend was in town, and she’s a lifelong vegetarian (since childhood). Whenever I have special dinners with her, I take extra care to find veg-positive restaurants. Equinox more than fit that bill, and as a lifelong environmentalist more than impressed me with their eco-conscious work. The food was excellent. (My highbrow palette boyfriend especially loved the risotto fritters!) All the servers (especially Didier) were attentive, professional, and sweet. And Equinox’s pro-environment stance was evident and welcomed by the table for its practicality and simplicity. I’m very thankful and truly impressed!

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i Ricchi

$$$$
Italian
Dupont Circle
4.6
3647 reviews
Unbelievable, so good. Service was amazing. Food was a solid 5-star meal. From apps, the entrees, to dessert. WOW!

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New Heights

$$$$
American
Woodley Park
4.7
1292 reviews
Really delicious food that went above our expectations. Tuna tacos were scrumptious, as was the halibut and Brussels sprouts. Our service felt a little rushed but aside from that, the food was fresh and elegantly prepared! Cocktails were terrific, too!

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Dirty Habit | The Glass House

$$$$
Global, International
Penn Quarter
4.2
1762 reviews
Fantastic service and the staff went out of their way to help me celebrate a special occasion. Food was excellent and presentation was flawless. Truly a place for a culinary experience around D.C.

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The Pembroke

$$$$
Global, International
Dupont Circle
4.6
1471 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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Elizabeth's Gone Raw

$$$$
Vegan
Downtown
4.9
1050 reviews
My experience was wonderful! I have never had vegan food so tasty. The attendants are kind and explain each dish with delicacy. I absolutely indicate!

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Cork Wine Bar & Market

$$$$
Contemporary American
Logan Circle
4.6
491 reviews
A total pleasure! Great and attentive staff. Lovely environment. Wonderful food and wine.

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ala

$$$$
Mediterranean
Dupont Circle
4.6
1107 reviews
Very convenient to the metro, stop is Dupont South, right across the street from the restaurant. This was a get together for a small group of ladies. The restaurant was so understanding as our group grew from six to 12 down to nine, then four no shows and we were only five. I kept updating the number and the night of, after it becoming evident that the other four weren't showing, we gave up a portion of our table as it gets very busy there on a Thursday night after work. All of my friends who joined me had never been there. They were all "Wowed" by the food, service and venue. Very good for anyone who is a vegetarian. Top quality food, wine and service. I live only a few blocks away. I go here frequently, as do many of my neighbors and friends.

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Rosemarino D'Italia - Dupont

$$$$
Italian
Dupont Circle
4.3
167 reviews
Rosemarino D'Italia was really good! I enjoyed the authentic Italian food and the ambiance.

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Lady Bird

$$$$
Lounge
Dupont Circle
4.1
31 reviews
Great Mother’s Day brunch light buffet and butlered finger foods. Outstanding views.

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Maiz64

$$$$
Mexican
Logan Circle
4.6
265 reviews
My friends and I decided to go to maiz 64 to celebrate my bachelorette and had so much fun and had delicious food, the corn tamal is a must, it also was a fave for all of us, we had a couple drinks, they were so flavorful and fresh, the staff made sure we had the best bachelorette dinner ✨

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Michele’s

$$$$
Contemporary French / American
West Loop
4.3
173 reviews
Delicious, Delicious, Delicious! Duck confit outstanding! Mussels fantastic! Trout superb! All desserts are amazing! What a meal!

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The Great American Bistro

$$$$
Bistro
Shaw
3.9
18 reviews
Don't sleep on this place! The food here is outstanding! Service on point! Very clean! Decor on point! This is the perfect date and chill spot! We will definitely return!! Stop wasting your time going to brunch on U St or anywhere else! This is it!!! Come here and get your brunch on!! The lobster Mac and cheese is everything! Lemon pepper wings Omg! Shrimp and grits! Listen you can’t go wrong here!!!

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San Lorenzo

$$$$
Italian
Shaw
4.7
113 reviews
Great meal, the seafood was so flavorful (we had oysters, the tonno, and salmon and branzino)!

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Takara 14

$$$$
Japanese
Logan Circle
4.5
68 reviews
Our service was fantastic, Our Sushi was delicious, and our wine was impeccable

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SoBe Restaurant & Lounge

$$$$
Contemporary American
Lanham
4.1
1094 reviews
Sobe lounge is a great place to eat and drink with friends. The band was a breat addition drinks were amazing food was just ok didn't come out hot but was tasty just cool

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Barrel & Crow

$$$$
American
Bethesda / Chevy Chase
4.5
1406 reviews
Excellent service and delicious everything! The Beignets were so good; like biting a fluffy warm pillow! We'll be back for brunch to try more!

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Don Jorge's Restaurant

$$$$
Mexican
Gaithersburg
4.4
7 reviews
We chose Don Jorge's at the last minute as there were not a lot of choices on a Saturday night. The reviews looked good, so we gave it a try. We are so glad we did! If you like Tex-Mex food, this is the place to go. There was a DJ that also sang and had a surprisingly good voice. The decor is simple yet clean. And the food was great. Everything we tried was perfect including the freshly made salsa. If you are in the mood for Tex-Mex, I would highly recommend Don Jorge's!

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Il Piccolo Morso

$$$$
Italian
Leonardtown
4.5
425 reviews
The saying you get what you pay for applies here. The service and food was outstanding. Worth every penny in my opinion. We will be coming back.

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Pennyroyal Station

$$$$
American
Mount Rainier
4.7
334 reviews
Pennyroyal is the best! Enjoyed a delicious meal in their perfect outdoor space.

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Era Wine Bar

$$$$
Wine Bar
Mount Rainier
4.5
141 reviews
It was amazing! Server was attentive and helpful. The wine, speaks for itself.

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Noli's

$$$$
Italian
Leonardtown
4.7
157 reviews
Excellent service by Ms. Catherine. Food was amazing! We had the best experience there. The owner even stopped by to say hello and she was super sweet. Highly recommend.

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Evening Star Cafe

$$$$
Contemporary American
Alexandria
4.6
1481 reviews
Great service, delicious dinner, perfect date! I look forward to going back!

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The Liberty Tavern

$$$$
American
Arlington
4.6
3855 reviews
We hadn't been to Liberty Tavern for brunch since 2020 and were delighted with how it has adapted to post-pandemic life. Instead of a buffet, our server brought unlimited small plates, from delicious salads, to eggs, avocado toast, tender sirloin, biscuits, and an assortment of desserts. We will definitely return.

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Delia's

$$$$
Italian
Alexandria
4.5
671 reviews
First time there. Solid menu selections. Great meal though service was hot and cold. Overall definitely going back in future.

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Lyon Hall

$$$$
French
Arlington
4.8
3497 reviews
Recommend food, service and quality. If you eat outside it can be noisy and cars park right next to you

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RT's Restaurant

$$$$
Creole / Cajun / Southern
Alexandria
4.8
1992 reviews
As usual, great food and great service. Our Thai waiter was exceptional as always!!

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Zikrayet Lebanese Restaurant & Lounge

$$$$
Lebanese
Alexandria
4.3
13 reviews
We went with a group of 8. Everyone loved the food—it was fantastic! And the service was great. But we didn’t expect so many hookah smokers. If you have breathing problems, you probably won’t want to eat here. Most of us were not bothered by it, but it was definitely a factor for a few people at our table. The smoke was not heavy, and it’s not unpleasant like cigarettes, mostly a fruity smell. Parking was easy. The food portions were huge, and again, very delicious!!!

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Osteria Marzano

$$$$
Italian
Alexandria
4.6
1783 reviews
Very happy about our meal and service. Definitely a hidden gem

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Delhi Dhaba

$$$$
Indian
Arlington
4.5
27 reviews
If you haven’t been to Delhi Dahba is awhile, you should go back. They have totally upped their game. Fun new “street food” items on the menu, beautiful food presentation, lovely outdoor patio, and of course, the food has always been delicious. So darn good - and got to eat the leftovers the next day.

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Barrel & Bushel

$$$$
Contemporary American
Tysons Corner / McLean
4.4
1064 reviews
We went for a birthday celebration and had a great time!!

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The West End Wine Bar & Pub

$$$$
American
Purcellville
4.5
730 reviews
It was good. The food was good and the service was good.

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Clarity

$$$$
French American
Vienna
4.4
283 reviews
I really like the food and it is in a convenient location.

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Chasin' Tails - Centreville

$$$$
Seafood
Centreville
4.3
30 reviews
Food was delicious. I had the lobster tail and it was good.

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Our Mom Eugenia - Great Falls

$$$$
Greek
Great Falls
4.9
915 reviews
A friend & I went for Saturday lunch. From walking into the restaurant & up to leaving, our experience was very friendly & enjoyable. We felt welcomed as we sat down at our table. The appetizer, Feta Karpouzi (feta cheese & watermelon) was different & refreshing. Our entrees were Kotopoulo Fileto (baked chicken & roasted potatoes) & Branzino (sea bass) Fillet with roasted vegetables. Both dishes exceeded our expectations ! We topped off the meal with freshly made Strawberry Mousse. Amazing ! Before we left we met Mom Eugenia. Great experience. We have vowed to return for another Saturday lunch ... Thank you !

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Cafe 44 | Jula's on the Potomac

$$$$
Contemporary American
Alexandria
4.7
1989 reviews
Café 44 is an excellent dining establishment!

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Our Mom Eugenia - Mosaic District

$$$$
Greek
Fairfax
4.7
866 reviews
Superb food with a genuine Greek touch. Octopus and mussels were great. Mixed grill perfectly prepared

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The Spot on Mill Street

$$$$
Unspecified
Woodbridge
4.2
26 reviews
The food was great, although it was disappointing they were out of soup. The service left a lot to be desired.

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WHINO

$$$$
Wine Bar
Arlington
4.5
22 reviews
WHINO was great, the food was tasty, the atmosphere was nice, and the servers were attentive and accommodating.

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Ocean Paradise Restaurant & Bar

$$$$
Seafood
Fairfax
4.7
198 reviews
Treat yourself and go to Oceans Paradise instead of a chain restaurant. It is really the same cost but with better food.

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The Italian Place - Mosaic

$$$$
Italian
West Falls Church
4.0
0 reviews


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The Italian Place - Old Town Alexandria

$$$$
Italian
Alexandria
0 reviews


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