A Guide to the Best Date Spots in DC

Conversations begin on Bumble but they get even deeper IRL. When it’s time to move from direct messaging to direct eye contact, find a table for two. And to make it super easy, OpenTable and Bumble are teaming up to help you find the best date spots in your city.

Find a restaurant that fits your style, whether you want drinks on a patio or a special four-course meal, OpenTable can help you choose the cuisine, seating area, and even book unique experiences with nearby restaurants. Download the Bumble app to find your match, and check the list below to find your table.

OpenTable x Bumble

25 Restaurants

Updated October 25, 2021

Restaurants:	219 Restaurant, ala, Brasserie Liberté…
Price Range:	$$ - $$$
Cuisines:	Southern, Mediterranean, Contemporary French / American…
Neighborhoods:	Alexandria, Dupont Circle, Georgetown…

219 Restaurant

$$$$

Southern

Alexandria

4.1

854 reviews

Everything was EXCELLENT! Hasn't been to 219 in years, but it won't be that long before I return! Started out with the mac and cheese. This was not your typical southern dish, but rather a more international style with the bacon and caramelized onion. We followed that up with the shrimp and grits, jambalaya and gumbo ya-ya as our entrees. We shared family style. This really worked so we all were able to enjoy each dish. The icing on the cake, we have leftovers. 😋 Can't end this review without talking about the excellent service received from Sheik ( hope I spelled his name correctly). He knew the menu,!gave great recommendations, and was very attentive. He was always there just when we needed him or had a question.

At the moment, there's no online availability within 2.5 hours of your request. Do you have another time in mind?

ala

$$$$

Mediterranean

Dupont Circle

4.6

1100 reviews

Great food artfully presented. Service is attentive and friendly and the prices are reasonable for the quality of the food and downtown location.

At the moment, there's no online availability within 2.5 hours of your request. Do you have another time in mind?

Experiences available

View Experiences

Brasserie Liberté

$$$$

Contemporary French / American

Georgetown

4.6

1654 reviews

Super cute restaurant, food was good

At the moment, there's no online availability within 2.5 hours of your request. Do you have another time in mind?

Brick Wood Fired Bistro

$$$$

American

Prince Frederick

4.7

589 reviews

Amazing food, great atmosphere and wonderful service!

At the moment, there's no online availability within 2.5 hours of your request. Do you have another time in mind?

Cafe 44 | Jula's on the Potomac

$$$$

Contemporary American

Alexandria

4.7

1875 reviews

Café 44 is an excellent dining establishment!

At the moment, there's no online availability within 2.5 hours of your request. Do you have another time in mind?

CIRCA at Navy Yard

$$$$

American

Navy Yard

4.7

961 reviews

happy new year

At the moment, there's no online availability within 2.5 hours of your request. Do you have another time in mind?

Cooper's Hawk Winery & Restaurant - Rockville

$$$$

Contemporary American

Rockville

4.5

2695 reviews

Enjoyable dining experience based on preparation and taste of the food, ambiance, and the 2-samples-of-wine-per-adult offer.

At the moment, there's no online availability within 2.5 hours of your request. Do you have another time in mind?

Firebirds Wood Fired Grill - Leesburg

$$$$

American

Leesburg

4.6

1026 reviews

We visited the Leesburg VA. restaurant on Tuesday evening, it was quiet for 5PM but very nice. We we able to visit with our friend while we waited for our meal without having to speak over overs in the restaurant. The service was excellent, the manager has stopped by on several occasions to chat with us and to check on the service and food. It was an excellent time to be there and we really enjoyed our dinner. We look forward to our next visit.

At the moment, there's no online availability within 2.5 hours of your request. Do you have another time in mind?

HalfSmoke

$$$$

American

U Street Corridor

3.4

1156 reviews

I CAME GERE FOR VALENTINES DAY AND MY BARTENDER KEMYA WAS THE MOST AMAZING PERSON EVER! SHE GAVE ME A FEW OF THE SPECIALTY COCKTAILS TO TRY AND MADE ME A HUGE FAN! I will be back to this location once she is there as she made the entire experience for my partner and I, forever memorable for our first Valentine’s Day together. Thank you Kemya!!!

At the moment, there's no online availability within 2.5 hours of your request. Do you have another time in mind?

Takeout available

View Takeout Menu

Harrimans Virginia Piedmont Grill

$$$$

Contemporary American

Middleburg

4.6

1232 reviews

Was served dinner with Grace as servers and Claudia as servers for breakfast ..Both were superb in making sure we thoroughly enjoyed the luxurious Salamander /Harrimans' experience.

At the moment, there's no online availability within 2.5 hours of your request. Do you have another time in mind?

Experiences available

View Experiences

Hook & Vine

$$$$

Southern

Chesapeake Beach

4.5

664 reviews

Great place, good food, great server (Angelica), but slow kitchen for a Tuesday night.

At the moment, there's no online availability within 2.5 hours of your request. Do you have another time in mind?

Julii

$$$$

Mediterranean

Bethesda / Chevy Chase

4.8

1666 reviews

Excellent brunch - the best shakshuka I’ve had. The croque madame was also excellent.

At the moment, there's no online availability within 2.5 hours of your request. Do you have another time in mind?

La Vie

$$$$

Mediterranean

Southwest Waterfront

4.5

3156 reviews

Food was great, atmosphere was nice, service was prompt. Always enjoy coming here!

At the moment, there's no online availability within 2.5 hours of your request. Do you have another time in mind?

Lena's Wood-Fired Pizza + Tap

$$$$

Italian

Old Town Alexandria

4.6

2360 reviews

Great food! We went to Velvet & Rye, but have been to Wood-fire before too (also great food, a little louder than velvet, more family atmosphere). $134 for 2 entrees, 4 (alcoholic) drinks, and one appetizer (not bad, worth the price). I got the penne pasta, AMAZING. My date for lamb chops, he was skeptical ordering them, but they ended up being really good. Definitely recommend for a little date night.

At the moment, there's no online availability within 2.5 hours of your request. Do you have another time in mind?

Experiences available

View Experiences

Medium Rare - Arlington

$$$$

Steak

Arlington

4.6

1040 reviews

Always love medium rare!

At the moment, there's no online availability within 2.5 hours of your request. Do you have another time in mind?

Morton's The Steakhouse - Reston

$$$$

Steakhouse

Reston

4.7

2837 reviews

The food was great. My friends and family and I had the steak, crabcakes and lambchops, it was all excellent. Our waiter was great!

At the moment, there's no online availability within 2.5 hours of your request. Do you have another time in mind?

O-Ku - DC

$$$$

Japanese

Washington

4.8

1331 reviews

Amazing food, but understaffed.

At the moment, there's no online availability within 2.5 hours of your request. Do you have another time in mind?

Oak Steakhouse- Alexandria

$$$$

Steakhouse

Alexandria

4.7

1368 reviews

Great spot - food was excellent and service on point. Love the chill bit upmarket vibe.

At the moment, there's no online availability within 2.5 hours of your request. Do you have another time in mind?

Osteria Marzano

$$$$

Italian

Alexandria

4.6

1734 reviews

Great food (and lots of it), service was fantastic. The only reservation I have is that the bar is in the center of the restaurant, with seating all around it, so at happy hour it got pretty loud. BTW - we were there for dinner - but they have a great happy hour menu and pricing!

At the moment, there's no online availability within 2.5 hours of your request. Do you have another time in mind?

Palette 22

$$$$

Global, International

Arlington

4.7

2574 reviews

Second time there for brunch really love the spot will try lunch or dinner next

At the moment, there's no online availability within 2.5 hours of your request. Do you have another time in mind?

Sonoma Cellar - Old Town Alexandria

$$$$

American

Alexandria

4.5

693 reviews

Sanoma has become our go-to spot in Old Town for a glass of wine and cheese board. Great selection of wines, nice atmosphere, and great staff. Highly recommend!

At the moment, there's no online availability within 2.5 hours of your request. Do you have another time in mind?