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    Jônt, Washington DC, United States
    1Restaurants

    Jônt

    Washington DC, United States

    Points

    2,460

    Jônt is a tasting-counter restaurant on 14th Street in Washington, D.C.

    Dōgon, Washington DC, United States
    2Restaurants

    Dōgon

    Washington DC, United States

    Points

    2,170

    Dōgon is a restaurant at Salamander Washington DC on Maryland Avenue.

    minibar, Washington DC, United States
    3Restaurants

    minibar

    Washington DC, United States

    Points

    2,160

    minibar is a tasting-menu restaurant on E Street NW in Washington, DC.

    Albi, Washington DC, United States
    4Restaurants

    Albi

    Washington DC, United States

    Points

    1,920

    Albi is a restaurant on Fourth Street SE in Washington, D.C.

    Moon Rabbit, Washington DC, United States
    5Restaurants

    Moon Rabbit

    Washington DC, United States

    Points

    1,525

    Chef Kevin Tien's modern Vietnamese restaurant on F St NW is one of Washington D.C.'s most decorated at the $$$ price…

    Oyster Oyster, Washington DC, United States
    6Restaurants

    Oyster Oyster

    Washington DC, United States

    Points

    1,390

    Ranked #203 in North America by Opinionated About Dining, Oyster Oyster delivers a vegetable-focused tasting menu in…

    Xiquet by Danny Lledo, Washington DC, United States
    7Restaurants

    Xiquet by Danny Lledo

    Washington DC, United States

    Points

    1,340

    Xiquet by Danny Lledo is Washington D.C.'s most credentialed Spanish tasting room; Michelin-starred, AAA 5 Diamond…

    Sushi Nakazawa DC, Washington DC, United States
    8Restaurants

    Sushi Nakazawa DC

    Washington DC, United States

    Points

    1,250

    Sushi Nakazawa DC delivers a tightly run 20-course omakase at the $$$ tier, ranked #248 on Opinionated About Dining's…

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    Dining in Washington DC

    Washington DC’s dining scene is shaped by polished ambition, international perspective, and restaurants that reward planning ahead. Pearl curates the city’s most notable tables into a ranked guide, from Jônt and Dōgon to minibar and Albi, so travelers can quickly see which reservations are worth prioritizing.

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    How does Pearl choose restaurants in Washington DC?
    Pearl curates a ranked selection of Washington DC restaurants using editorial judgment and trusted signals of quality, consistency, and traveler relevance. The list is designed to help visitors focus on the city’s strongest dining options.
    How should I use Pearl’s Washington DC restaurant list?
    Use it as a shortlist for planning meals around your trip, especially for restaurants that may require advance reservations. Start near the top of the ranking, then compare the venues that best fit your schedule and occasion.
    What kinds of restaurants appear on Pearl’s Washington DC guide?
    Pearl’s Washington DC guide includes notable, destination-worthy restaurants across the city, including names such as Oyster Oyster, Pineapple and Pearls, Xiquet by Danny Lledo, and Moon Rabbit. The emphasis is on places that stand out for a traveler deciding where to book.