Restaurants in Washington DC, United States — Page 2

Das is Georgetown's most accessible Michelin-recognised restaurant, delivering Ethiopian food in a considered townhouse setting at $$ pricin

Dear Sushi at Love, Makoto is one of Washington, D.C.'s most reliable sushi options at the $$$ price tier, holding Michelin Plate recognitio

El Secreto de Rosita is a Michelin Plate-recognised Peruvian restaurant on U Street NW, priced at $$$ with across 538 re

Elfegne holds a Michelin Plate (2024) and — and does it at $$ pricing, making it one of the strongest value propositions

A Michelin Plate Ethiopian kitchen in Shaw with a $$ price point that makes it one of the most consistent value prop

A Michelin Plate Italian-American in central D.C. that earns its $$$ price point with quality-driven comfort food and a bar scene that suits

The original Hank's Oyster Bar in Dupont Circle is the easiest call in D.C. seafood at the $$ tier.

La Bise brings French-Japanese cooking to the Lafayette Square corridor at a $$$ price point backed by a 2024 Michelin Plate and a 4.6 Googl

Michele's at the Eaton Hotel earns its 2024 Michelin Plate with Southern-American comfort cooking that takes French technique seriously — th

Opal in Chevy Chase earns its 2024 Michelin Plate through confident, no-fuss American cooking at the $$$ price point. The room fills fast an

Ottoman Taverna earns its 2024 Michelin Plate at a $$ price point that most recognized D.C. restaurants can't match. The interior — honeycom

Ris is a Michelin Plate-recognized American kitchen in D.C.'s West End with a $$ price point that makes it one of th

Rumi's Kitchen is a Michelin Plate-recognized Persian restaurant in Washington, D.C. that delivers classic dishes, a tandoor-fitted display

Shōtō earns its Michelin Plate with a well-calibrated combination of robata grilling, sushi, one of D.C.'s more serious Japanese whiskey

Supra is Washington D.C.'s most consistent Georgian restaurant and holds a 2024 Michelin Plate — at $$ pricing, it is also one of the city's

A Michelin Plate-recognised fixture on Connecticut Avenue, The Bombay Club has spent decades as D.C.'s most politically connected Indian din

Tiger Fork earns its 2024 Michelin Plate at a $$ price point that few Michelin-recognised rooms in D.C. can match. The Hong Kong-style den o

Centrolina on Palmer Alley in CityCenterDC combines a Italian market with a full-service restaurant — a dual format that makes it one of the

Federalist Pig is one of Washington, D.C.'s most consistently recognized barbecue spots, earning back-to-back Opinionated About Dining Cheap

Officina is the strongest casual Italian option at D.C.'s Wharf, with back-to-back Opinionated About Dining recognition and a waterfront set

Kaz Sushi Bistro is one of Washington D.C.'s most consistently recognized Japanese kitchens, ranked #545 on Opinionated About Dining's Top R

A practical Cathedral Heights wine-bar pick for groups, casual dates, repeat visits where the wine list matters. Dinner is the stronger

Bazaar Meat by José Andrés is the better pick for dinner than lunch if the goal is a polished, meat-focused Washington, D.C. meal with a Spa

CUT Washington D.C. is worth booking when you want a polished Georgetown setting for a business meal, date, or small celebration without a d

Gemini is worth considering for a Dupont Circle dinner when you want a current Washington, D.C. recommendation with serious local recognitio

Ranked #4 on Washingtonian's 2026 Best Restaurants list, this Capitol Hill omakase counter delivers chef-driven sushi and kaiseki in a casua

Call Your Mother is a Jewish-inspired deli from chefs Daniela Moreira and Andrew Dana, ranked in Opinionated About Dining's Cheap Eats North

China Chilcano brings Peruvian-Japanese cooking — chifa and nikkei traditions combined — to Penn Quarter, with a pisco-forward cocktail prog

Cana is a good Adams Morgan pick when the goal is a recognized D.C. restaurant in a lively neighborhood setting, especially for a date or sm

Chai Pani is worth booking for an easy Union Market-area meal when casual energy matters more than formality. Go at lunch for the cleanest f

Book Isla when the goal is a downtown Washington, D.C. dinner with a clear island and Caribbean-influenced point of view rather than another

A smart pick for an understated Japanese dinner in Washington, D.C., especially if drinks are part of the plan and the group is small. The 2

Lucky Danger in Chinatown earned #21 on Washingtonian's 100 Very Best Restaurants 2026 for ingredient-driven Chinese cooking without the six

Sushi Taro is a strong D.C. dinner pick for diners who want a focused Japanese-leaning evening rather than a brunch or drop-in meal. Its Was

Ranked on Opinionated About Dining's Cheap Eats in North America list two years running, As

Open City is a Woodley Park coffee shop with back-to-back Opinionated About Dining Cheap Eats rankings (#551 in 2024, #583 in 2025) and 4.2

1608 14th St NW is one of the easier bookings on Washington D.C.'s 14th Street corridor — no waitlist pressure, straightforward access. Deta

1226 36th St NW is mainly a location-led Georgetown option, not the clearest pick for a high-stakes dinner. Book only if this exact part of

Acqua Bistecca is a neighborhood Italian steakhouse in Tenleytown that trades buzz for accessibility. The bar program leans aperitif-forward

Afghania is a practical Georgetown choice when the goal is an easy, casual dinner near M Street rather than a formal occasion. Choose it for

A neighborhood spot on 17th Street NW with flexible hours spanning lunch, dinner, weekend brunch. Worth a stop if you're already nearby

Agua 301 is a practical Navy Yard choice when location and ease matter more than a destination-level meal. Use it for lunch, casual dinner,

Al Dente is a practical Northwest Washington, D.C. choice when ease matters more than a destination-level reservation. Book it for a casual

Al Tiramisu is a sensible Washington, D.C. choice for a quieter celebration, date, or client meal when conversation matters more than scene.

Alara is a Georgetown restaurant at 1303 Wisconsin Ave NW that fits D.C.'s casual-excellent tier: accessible, easy to book, set in one o

Alfie's is a good Washington, D.C. pick when the plan is Thai food with a natural-wine angle, especially at dinner. It is better for casual

Alfie's is a good Washington, D.C. pick when the brief is Thai food with a natural-wine angle rather than a formal tasting-menu night. Dinne

All Purpose is Chef Mike Friedman's Shaw pizzeria with back-to-back Opinionated About Dining Cheap Eats recognition — ranked #564 in North A

Shaw's dual-concept Italian spot—sit-down restaurant on one side, walk-up pizza shop on the other—earned rank 85 on Washingtonian's 100 Very

Alta Strada Embassy Row occupies a prime spot on Rhode Island Avenue NW, making it a practical choice for occasion dining in D.C.'s embassy

James Beard 2026 semifinalist serving breakfast through dinner in a relaxed Capitol Hill format. The award signals serious kitchen ambition,

AMBAR Restaurant, Capitol Hill is the practical pick for a flexible meal near Barracks Row rather than a formal splurge. Choose it when timi

Andrene's is a casual upper Northwest D.C. option to use when ease matters more than a formal dining experience. Go for a low-pressure lunch

Angolo Ristorante is a practical Georgetown pick when location and timing matter more than a destination-level dining experience. Use it for

A practical Dupont Circle pick when the meal needs to be easy rather than elaborate. Annie's Paramount Steak House works better for breakfas

Any Day Now is a practical Navy Yard-area choice when convenience matters more than a destination-dining signal. With no verified awards, ch

Arrels at 333 G St NW is the easier-to-book option in Penn Quarter's competitive dining corridor, with a private dining setup that suits gro

Art and Soul is most useful as an easy Capitol-area breakfast or brunch booking, especially if the day is already centered near New Jersey A

Ranked #76 on <em>Washingtonian</em>'s 100 Very Best Restaurants 2026, Baan Siam delivers northern Thai cooking with real heat and funk. The

Bad Saint is a walk-in-only Filipino restaurant in Columbia Heights that has held national attention for close to a decade. No reservations,

Bammy's anchors Navy Yard's Water Street with mid-week and weekend lunch and dinner service, closing Mondays and Tuesdays. Without published

Bar Charley is a practical Dupont-area choice for a casual Washington, D.C. meal or drinks-led plan, especially when ease matters more than

Bar del Monte earned #51 on Washingtonian's 100 Very Best Restaurants 2026, offering walk-in-friendly booking in Mt Pleasant. The narrow cou

French-Mediterranean restaurant at 1700 K St NW with a wine program that rivals the food—regional French bottles, approachable booking,

Bazaar Meat is worth booking when the brief is a meat-focused Washington, D.C. dinner with steakhouse energy and an easy reservation path. I

Ben's Chili Bowl is worth it for a casual U Street stop when speed, local context, an easy plan matter more than polished service. Treat

BirdSong earned a spot on <em>Washingtonian</em>'s 100 Very Best Restaurants 2026 list (#84), offering reliable neighborhood cooking in Chev

Bistro 525 is worth considering when convenience near Capitol Hill matters more than a defined cuisine or splurge-level experience. It is an

Bistro Aracosia is worth considering for a relaxed Washington, D.C. occasion where conversation and a shared-table feel matter more than awa

Bistro Aracosia earned #92 on Washingtonian's 100 Very Best Restaurants 2026 as the only Afghan concept in the ranked tier. The Palisades lo

Bistro Bohem is a low-key neighborhood restaurant in Washington D.C.'s Shaw corridor, best suited for unhurried dinners where conversation m

Bistro Cacao is worth considering for an easy, celebration-friendly meal near the Capitol Hill side of Northeast Washington, D.C. Choose it

Bistrot Du Coin is worth considering for a casual Dupont Circle meal when convenience and a lively bistro setting matter more than awards or

Bluejacket is the practical Navy Yard pick when ease matters more than a tightly defined dining agenda. Book it for casual meetups, flexible

Bonne Vie Cafe & Bistro is a flexible U Street neighborhood spot with late hours (until 1 AM on weekends) and easy walk-in availability. It

Boogy & Peel is a practical Dupont Circle pick when pizza, café ease, an easier booking matter more than formal occasion dining. Its 202

Boqueria Penn Quarter is a practical downtown D.C. choice when easy planning matters more than a trophy reservation. It works for dates, cas

Boulangerie Saint Georges is worth it for a casual Capitol Hill pastry stop, not a formal meal. Go for French bakery staples, coffee, counte

Boundary Stone is worth considering for an easy, low-pressure Washington, D.C. meal or drinks plan, especially when flexibility matters more

<p>Brasero Atlántico ranks 75th on Washingtonian's 2026 list, delivering efficient service and consistent execution in Georgetown's competit

Brasserie Liberté is worth booking for an easy Georgetown lunch or dinner when convenience, broad appeal, a low-stress reservation matte

Brisa is worth considering when the brief is coastal Latin American food in Washington, D.C. with a social, group-friendly feel. It is a str

Buck's Fishing & Camping is a practical upper Northwest D.C. dinner pick when ease and neighborhood comfort matter more than a clearly defin

Bully Spanish Steakhouse is a practical pick when the group wants grilled meats and seafood in central Washington, D.C. without committing t

Busboys and Poets on 14th Street NW is the right call for a casual, culturally engaged meal in D.C. easy to book, welcoming to groups,

Butterworth's is a practical Capitol Hill pick when location matters more than a highly defined dining format. It suits flexible meals near

Byblos Deli is a practical Cleveland Park pick for a casual meal, not a special-occasion restaurant to plan a night around. Choose it when e

Cactus Cantina is worth considering for an easy, casual Washington, D.C. meal, especially lunch or early dinner. Treat it as a low-pressure

Café Berlin is a practical Capitol Hill pick when the goal is a relaxed, conversation-friendly meal rather than a hard-to-book destination d

Cafe Divan is a practical Georgetown choice when convenience matters more than a destination-dining agenda. Its daily lunch-through-dinner h

Cafe Milano is a Georgetown Italian dining room that has anchored Prospect Street since the 1990s, serving classic pastas, wood-fired pizzas

Cafe Saint-Ex is better as a flexible 14th Street night-out pick than as a destination meal. Choose it for an easy, social plan in Washingto

A fast-casual bagel shop near Navy Yard that earns its OAD Cheap Eats nod with Montreal-style bagels, quick counter service, pricing und

Call Your Mother Deli - Park View is the practical pick for a quick daytime meal in Washington, D.C., especially solo or with a small casual

Book Canton Disco if you want modern Chinese barbecue with a drinks program that can carry the evening, not just support dinner. It is a str

A walk-in brunch spot in Columbia Heights serving weekend breakfast and early-evening service Wednesday through Saturday. The small, casual

Capitano is a practical Wharf-area pick for Coastal Italian cooking, Neapolitan pizza, Southern Italian flavors when the goal is a relax

Casamara is worth considering for a flexible Dupont Circle dinner or drinks plan, especially if convenience matters more than a chef-led or

Catahoula blends Creole and Cajun cooking with Vietnamese influences in a casual Washington, D.C. setting. The menu balances Gulf Coast trad

Central Michel Richard is a practical downtown D.C. pick when ease, central location, a grown-up room matter more than chasing a scarce

Chaia serves vegetable-forward tacos in a fast-casual Georgetown setting, ideal for quick lunch or light dinner. Counter-service format and

Book Chef Geoff's when the priority is an easy Northwest D.C. neighborhood meal, not an awards-led destination dinner. It is strongest for c

Chef Geoff's West End is a practical weekday choice in the M Street corridor, serving consistent American cooking from 6:30 AM breakfast thr

Chen's Gourmet sits at 5117 MacArthur Blvd NW in Washington's Palisades neighborhood — a quieter residential pocket well away from the downt

Chercher Ethiopian is a practical pick for a casual Washington, D.C. meal when shared plates and Ethiopian flavors sound better than another

Washingtonian-recognized bistro and café offering French-leaning brunch and dinner in Georgetown's 31st Street corridor. The dual-concept fo

China Boy is a practical daytime pick in Washington, D.C. when convenience matters more than a full dinner experience. Go for an easy lunch

Chinatown Garden is a practical H Street NW choice when central location and easy group logistics matter more than a polished special-occasi

Chopt Creative Salad Co. in Penn Quarter is a fast-casual, walk-in salad chain — no reservation needed, no wine program, no table servic

A seven-day Foggy Bottom option with extended weekend hours and walk-in access, CIRCA serves the neighborhood's university and diplomatic cr

A neighborhood Italian-American spot in Palisades offering table-service pastas and pizzas with easy booking and group-friendly seating. Exe

Clyde's of Gallery Place serves as Penn Quarter's dependable anchor, open late seven days a week with broad-appeal menus and low booking fri

Clyde's of Georgetown is worth booking when convenience, broad appeal, an easy Georgetown location matter more than culinary ambition. L

Colada Shop is a smart D.C. pick for casual Cuban food when the occasion needs energy, value, low booking stress rather than ceremony. I

Comet Ping Pong is the right call for casual group nights in upper Northwest D.C. wood-fired pizza, ping pong tables, a no-reservation

A members-only club in the 1901 Townsend Mansion along Embassy Row, open daily 6 AM–11 PM with breakfast, lunch, dinner service. The Bea

CUT Above opens evenings and weekends in Georgetown with 4–10 PM weeknight hours and extended weekend service, but limited public informatio

Cynthia is a flexible H Street NE choice for diners who value timing and neighborhood convenience over a fully defined cuisine or price cate

Indique is a good fit for a composed Northwest D.C. meal when the goal is conversation, comfort, a sit-down occasion rather than a hard-

Darvish Kitchen is worth considering when convenience and late-night flexibility matter more than a fully documented chef, awards, or signat