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- StheSreviewWashington, D.C. Area •1 review5.0Dined 3 days agoGreat Greek wine selection, beautiful space, incredible food.More infoIron GatePrice: Very Expensive• Mediterranean• Dupont Circle•4.7
- OTOpenTable DinerWashington, D.C. Area •4 reviews5.0Dined on Jan 1, 2023Pasta was excellent! A seat for one at the bar on New Years Day… thank youMore infoThe Palm Washington DCPrice: Very Expensive• Steakhouse• Dupont Circle•4.7
- WWWinWolduvipWashington, D.C. Area •2 reviews5.0Dined on Jan 1, 2023The brunch was delicious, the music playlist really set the mood, the decor was bright and vibrant. It was perfect for a girls brunch.More infoThe PembrokePrice: Expensive• Global, International• Dupont Circle•4.7
- EFElizabethFWashington, D.C. Area •2 reviews5.0Dined on Jan 1, 2023We loved our first time here! Would bring back my family for sure!More infoTabard InnPrice: Moderate• Contemporary American• Dupont Circle•4.6
- CCarolcbSan Diego •1 review5.0Dined on Jan 1, 2023Went to New Year’s brunch. Fantastic! The sweet potato hash was one of the best things I’ve eaten! My only critique is that my husband didn’t care for the Bloody Mary mix. But, he just switched to the mimosas!More infoTeddy & The Bully BarPrice: Expensive• American• Dupont Circle•4.5
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Thanks to its proximity to Embassy Row, the Dupont Circle neighborhood of Washington, D.C. caters to the truly cultured palate. Shout "Opa!" over a few Greek small plates, blend in with the locals with a pub-style liquid brunch or go fully upscale at one of the boutique hotels and French bistros nearby. Although you may rub elbows with big shots along the way, you can still bask in the neighborhood's slow pace among some of the city's most iconic historical mansions. From dining on authentic tapas outdoors to digging into authentic DC-style chili bowls, new tastes await around every corner. Don't be afraid to take a stroll away from the actual circle itself, since you're only a few blocks from Michelin-star cuisine in multiple directions.
Frequently asked questions
Healthy restaurants located in Dupont Circle include Iron Gate, Tabard Inn and The Pembroke
Restaurants with gluten-free options in Dupont Circle are The Pembroke, Iron Gate and La Tomate
Bottomless brunch in Dupont Circle is available at Tabard Inn, The Pembroke and Iron Gate
The most romantic restaurant in Dupont Circle is Iron Gate
Restaurants in Dupont Circle with a great view include The Pembroke, La Tomate and Iron Gate
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