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Ted's Bulletin - Noma
Price: Moderate•American•4.7(155)In addition to street parking, we offer valet, validate parking for the Marriot Hotel Retail Lot adjacent to our restaurant for up to 90 minutes. There is also a paid, private lot across the street.
Welcome to Ted’s. Your go-to place to savor The Every Day. We are your neighborhood eatery, taking a creative and contemporary approach to classic American dishes and cocktails in NoMa. Open daily for all-day breakfast, lunch, dinner and drinks. Voted “Best Hangover Breakfast” and “Best Kid-Friendly Restaurant” by readers of Washington City Paper (in the same year), Ted’s Bulletin is truly a restaurant for all seasons.
We limited reservations for weekend brunch service. If they are all booked, WE DO ACCEPT WALK INS.King St Oyster Bar - NoMa
Price: Moderate•Oyster Bar•4.2(87)Located in Washington DC, come immerse yourself in a seafood lover's paradise, where fresh oysters take center stage alongside a delectable array of seafood dishes, handcrafted cocktails, and artisanal craft beers.
At King Street Oyster Bar, we take pride in offering the freshest and widest variety of oysters available. With over 10 varieties to choose from daily, each oyster is carefully selected to ensure it reaches your plate no more than 24 hours out of the water from the East Coast and no more than 48 hours out of the water from the West Coast. Our commitment to quality and freshness sets us apart, making every visit a true seafood experience to remember.
Join us at any of our four locations and indulge in the bounty of the sea, expertly prepared and served with a touch of coastal charm. King Street Oyster Bar - where every bite tells a story of the ocean's finest offerings!
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- BBrianVIPNew York City •10 reviews4.0Dined 2 days agoWe had a very nice dinner. Love the ambience and the seafood was top shelf. When back in DC we will definitely visit again.More infoCordelia FishbarPrice: Very Expensive• Seafood• Washington•4.7
- CChrisVIPNew York City •3 reviews5.0Dined 6 days agoGreat food. Waited was awesome. Definitely will be back. Tables are just a little too small and cramped. They can do a better job of managing the menu placement and what’s on the table at once. Otherwise I enjoyed myself.More infoMinetta Tavern DC & Lucy MercerPrice: Very Expensive• French American• NoMa•4.7
- RRussellTampa / Central Florida West •2 reviews5.0Dined 7 days agoOur waiter was extremely helpful guiding us through the menu and beverages including dessert 👍More infoO-Ku - DCPrice: Moderate• Japanese• Washington•4.7
- MMahimaLos Angeles •1 review5.0Dined on Apr 11, 2025Daniella - our server was incredibly helpful and kind! The food was insane and the pizza wasn’t even my favorite thing from the menu. Get the gnocchi and the eggplant for sure. The tiramisu was also delicious. Definitely make a reservation - the place was packed on a Friday night.More infoStellina Pizzeria - Union MarketPrice: Moderate• Italian• NoMa•4.1
- CCourtneeVIPPhoenix / Arizona •11 reviews5.0Dined on Mar 18, 2025Perfect spot for rooftop drinks on a nice day! Will definitely be back.More infoUpstairs at the Morrow - Permanently ClosedPrice: Expensive• Contemporary European• NoMa•3.7
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NoMa, standing for North of Massachusetts Avenue, has quickly become a food lover's mecca. The various small restaurants opening in Union Market offer all types of unique food creations, including seasonal grilled cheese sandwiches, unique Belgian waffles, bread pudding and more. There are also great restaurants in Union Station. Most restaurants located here feature foods that can be easily carried such as New York-style hamburgers, Mediterranean-style burritos and creperie wraps. Diners in this Washington, D.C., neighborhood can also find good steakhouses and upscale French dining options. To the delight of many NoMa area diners, there always seems to be exciting new dining options opening regularly.
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Healthy restaurants located in NoMa include Minetta Tavern DC & Lucy Mercer, King St Oyster Bar - NoMa and Ted's Bulletin - Noma
Bottomless brunch in NoMa is available at Ted's Bulletin - Noma, King St Oyster Bar - NoMa and Minetta Tavern DC & Lucy Mercer
The most romantic restaurant in NoMa is Minetta Tavern DC & Lucy Mercer
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