Diners' Choice: Romantic restaurants in District of Columbia

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Updated October 05, 2024

Looking for restaurants that are the most romantic in District of Columbia? You’re in the right place. Each month, OpenTable analyzes nearly 2 million global diner reviews from the past four months. We sort the results by location and category to help you discover new favorite restaurants. It's a great partnership: you reserve, eat, and review. We listen...and deliver the results for all to benefit. Enjoy!

1789 Restaurant

4.8

4.8 (6259)

$31 to $50

American

Georgetown

About the restaurant

Welcome to 1789 Restaurant & Bar!

Top review

Jeff

Dined 3 days ago

we had a very enjoyable time at dinner. From the moment we walked in the staff could’ve been nicer and more accommodating. Connor our waiter, had wonderful recommendations on the menu and extensive knowledge on the history of the restaurant, area and the year 1789. I never miss a meal here when I’m in town!

Lyle's

4.8

4.8 (200)

$30 and under

American

Dupont Circle

About the restaurant

Lyle’s is the perfect neighborhood restaurant and bar serving breakfast, brunch and dinner as well as familiar cocktails prepared with a gentle twist. You’ll find seasonal, contemporary American fare paired with easy-going service. A restaurant of casual sophistication meant to bring together the community in the heart of Dupont Circle.

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Alphonzo

Dined on Sep 19, 2024

Definitely an amazing experience definitely coming back

The Prime Rib

4.7

4.7 (3426)

$50 and over

American

Downtown

About the restaurant

D.C's premier steakhouse with tuxedoed waiters and a 1940s Manhattan supper-club setting since 1976. Top five romantic restaurant in America (Food and Wine magazine). Live piano nightly. Valet parking. business casual for gentlemen.

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Yen

Dined 4 days ago

The food and service were excellent. Nice piano music.

Floriana

4.7

4.7 (3815)

$30 and under

Italian

Dupont Circle

About the restaurant

Floriana offers authentic Italian recipes with handmade pastas in the most comfortable of environments. Located in DC's Dupont Circle neighborhood, in a historic brick stone row house that has been converted into a cozy restaurant, but hasn't given up the feel of coming over to someones home for dinner. Offering a seasonal menu of fresh and local ingredients Floriana has developed a reputation for consistent, high quality, authentic, feel good dishes at a great value. Our pledge of superior service is matched only by our ability to make every guest feel welcome and comfortable when joining us for a DC dining experience.We pay special attention to every guest that chooses Floriana.

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AmandaPvip

Dined 6 days ago

Another fantastic dinner at Floriana! The duck was divine, the lasagna cheesy, the salmon perfectly cooked and as always, the service, stellar!

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Popular dish

Fried Brussels Sprouts

4.7

4.7 (16)

$50 and over

Contemporary American

Georgetown

About the restaurant

Inspired by Chef Johnny Spero’s global travels, yet rooted in his Mid-Atlantic upbringing, Reverie is a Michelin-starred fine-dining experience without pretension or fuss. Hidden in a Georgetown alleyway, Spero has redefined luxury in a comfortable, inviting atmosphere, showcasing masterful culinary creativity alongside upbeat music and minimalist decor. The tasting menu skews heavily coastal with offerings from the garden and the sea, along with a sense of humor and novelty that balances the sheer beauty of Spero’s cooking. Simultaneously indulgent and charmingly casual, the restaurant invites guests to bring a sense of curiosity, while leaving their troubles at the door.

Our current menu is offered at $255 per guest with optional beverage pairings available as well.

We can accommodate some but not all food allergies so please inquire before booking via info@reveriedc.com.

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OpenTable Dinervip

Dined on Sep 13, 2024

Such an amazing experience. Highly recommend. Will be back. Never experience food like this

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Experience

Tasting Menu

The Alchemist

4.5

4.5 (61)

$31 to $50

Cocktail Bar

McPherson Square

About the restaurant

Step into the clandestine world of The Alchemist, an elusive speakeasy where craftsmanship and libation unite. Immerse yourself in a realm of handcrafted cocktails featuring smoke and fire, where we infuse spirits seasonally and boast over 150 carefully selected bourbons, whiskeys, and scotches. Uncover the art of mixology and savor the allure of rare spirits at The Alchemist DC

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Lubna

Dined 3 days ago

Inventive cocktails in a cozy den with friendly & approachable bartenders. I’d be a regular if I lived in the neighborhood. Ask the bartender to give you butterflies:)

Ristorante La Perla of Washington

4.4

4.4 (1549)

$31 to $50

Italian

Georgetown

About the restaurant

The restaurant of choice of many distinguished diners and restaurant critics, Ristorante La Perla of Washington, located near Georgetown at the tail-end of the historic Pennsylvania Avenue, takes its diners on a culinary journey through Italy with elegant decor surpassed only by authentic mouth-watering Italian masterpieces. During Lunch and Dinner hours, pastas and flavorful sauces simmer while prime meats, poultry, seafood and vegetables roast to treat diners to a little bit of heaven, with a long lasting memory for your taste buds, thanks to the vision of famous chef Vittorio Testa, who has kept alive the Italian culinary tradition for over three decades.

Chef-Owner Vittorio Testa will make you feel like you're dining in his house. The waiters exceed expectations, and the space is garnished with painted tiles and Venetian glass to make every dining occasion a memorable one. There's also Private dining and Outdoor seating when the weather permits.

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Wanda

Dined on Sep 28, 2024

As always we were treated well by the owner and his staff!! Mr. Victorio is the best just like his food!!

Proper 21 - K Street

4.4

4.4 (325)

$30 and under

Contemporary American

Downtown

About the restaurant

Proper 21K, brought to DC from the New York City restaurateurs Rob Zahn and Will Strozier that own Manhattan Proper, and Proper West, opening in August 2020. Located at 2033 K St NW, Proper 21K is a high end sports bar serving All American classics with a gourmet twist. Proper 21K is the second DC location of NIEUW Group INC.

Like its predecessors, located in New York City and DC, Proper 21K serves contemporary American cuisine. The space maintains the modern aesthetic and New York style of the Manhattan locations, which have best been described as Tom Ford meets Thomas Edison. The restaurant provides the best audio & visual for sports, corporate functions, nightlife and other events.

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Dia

Dined on Sep 7, 2024

Great nite great food great drink. Like this location, way better than other

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Popular dish

Proper Churro Waffle

Lima Twist

4.3

4.3 (71)

$31 to $50

South American

Downtown

About the restaurant

Legendary Lima returns… with a twist. Located at 1411 K St. NW Washington, D.C. Step into a world of sophisticated luxury and exquisite taste. Cultivated and designed to awaken and arouse all of your senses. Take in the beauty of modern elegance and those around you. Tickle your taste buds and indulge in an array of culinary creations inspired by regions of robust flavors. Refresh yourself with artisanal crafted cocktails sourced from natural ingredients. Become engulfed in the exotic scents of the Pacific coast of Peru, Lima and valley of Machu Picchu. Be amazed at the site of masterful illumination, crystallized lighting and LED light shows.

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Zandra

Dined on Aug 9, 2024

Omg amazing place the staff the ambiance the vibe. The food the hookah EVERYTHING WAS AMAZING

Top of the Gate at The Watergate Hotel

3.9

3.9 (460)

$50 and over

Mediterranean

Foggy Bottom

About the restaurant

The energetic and sophisticated rooftop bar and lounge at The Watergate Hotel has views of the Potomac River, the Key & Arlington bridges, and Georgetown. It is the perfect place for an after-work cocktail or the season’s most talked-about event.

Parties of 8 to 19 are subjected to a $100 minimum per person. This includes separate reservations that are together. By making your reservation(s) you agree to these terms. If we close for the day for any reason (such as weather), all reservations will automatically be cancelled, and an email will be sent to alert you.

There is a cancellation fee of $50 per person. See our cancellation policy for more. We can hold your table for 15 minutes before we release it & charge the no-show fee. Should you have questions you may call our reservations team at 844-617-1972 or email us at dining@thewatergatehotel.com.

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Ken

Dined on Sep 28, 2024

Wonderful reserved seating - thank you for making our anniversary so special!!

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