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Founding Farmers DC: Foggy Bottom
Price: Moderate•American•4.5(34,668)Foggy Bottom - 2
Zaytinya - DC
Price: Moderate•Mediterranean•4.7(19,754)Penn Quarter - 3
Old Ebbitt Grill
Price: Moderate•American•4.8(30,117)Downtown - 4
Joe's Seafood, Prime Steak & Stone Crab - Washington DC
Price: Very Expensive•Seafood•4.8(10,330)Downtown - 5
Filomena Ristorante
Price: Expensive•Italian•4.8(17,520)Georgetown
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STK - DC
Price: Very Expensive•Steakhouse•3.9(559)Mount Vernon Square - 2
Palette 22
Price: Moderate•Tapas / Small Plates•4.8(3,192)Arlington - 3
The Park at 14th
Price: Expensive•Contemporary American•4.8(3,054)Downtown - 4
dLeña
Price: Moderate•Mexican•4.7(2,216)Mount Vernon Square - 5
Tabard Inn
Price: Moderate•Contemporary American•4.7(3,902)Dupont Circle
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Dirty Habit | The Glass House
Price: Moderate•Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service•4.3(2,333)Penn Quarter - 2
Limani - DC
Price: Expensive•Mediterranean•4.2(1,159)Southwest Waterfront - 3
Iron Gate
Price: Very Expensive•Mediterranean•4.7(3,066)Dupont Circle - 4
Georgia Brown's
Price: Expensive•Low Country•4.5(8,863)Downtown - 5
Dauphine’s
Price: Expensive•Contemporary American•4.5(1,451)Downtown
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La Collina
Price: Moderate•Italian•4.8(14)La Collina, in the heart of Capitol Hill, celebrates fresh, house-made Pasta Fresca, crafted daily by Executive Chef Kat Petonito and 2024 RAMMY Pastry Chef of the Year Rochelle Cooper. Inspired by Italy’s lively osterias, our “Italian-ish” menu combines tradition with creative twists, offering comforting, shareable dishes and seasonal flavors. Grab a glass of wine and a comforting bowl of pasta, or unwind with friends in our warm, inviting space.
Perfect for large parties, group dinners, or spontaneous walk-ins, we always have a table ready. Whether you’re stopping in after a day on the Hill or celebrating with loved ones, La Collina is your home for authentic flavors and meaningful connections.
Benvenuto a La Collina!The Capital Grille - Washington DC
Price: Very Expensive•Steakhouse•4.8(4,947)Make it a day to remember. From birthdays and anniversaries to professional milestones, we aim to make every gathering special at The Capital Grille. Open seven days a week, The Capital Grille is best known for our expertly prepared steaks, which are dry aged in house for 18 to 24 days and then hand-cut by our restaurant's on-premise butcher. The Capital Grille's wine list features more than 350 selections, and its floor-to-ceiling wine kiosk regularly houses 3,500 - 5,000 bottles. Reservations are recommended but not required. For more information, please visit our website. We look forward to delighting you.
Cafe Berlin
Price: Moderate•German•4.7(2,344)Café Berlin has been serving authentic German cuisine on Capitol Hill since 1985. It occupies the ground floor of three townhouses whose front yards serve as Biergarten for outdoor dining. The interior features a small bar and two cozy dining rooms. The restaurant is located within a short walking distance of Union Station and the U.S. Capitol. It draws politicians, congressional staffer, and tourists as well a loyal following of neighborhood residents. The traditional dishes are authentically prepared with lighter touch by chefs with extensive experience in German cuisine. In addition to the regular menu, the restaurant offer seasonally changing menus that feature fresh asparagus in the spring, salads and light fares in the summer, Bavarian dishes during Oktoberfest in the fall, and wild game in the winter. Desserts which are freshly made in-house include apple strudel, black forest cake, and luscious cream tortes. The bar offers a selection of imported German beers and wines.The Duck and the Peach
Price: Expensive•American•4.7(44)The Duck & The Peach is a New American restaurant in D.C.’s Capitol Hill, inspired by the fresh flavors of California and the warmth of New England. Led by Executive Chef Katarina Petonito and Rammy's Pastry Chef of the Year Rochelle Cooper, our seasonal menu features signature dishes like rotisserie duck with watercress panzanella and elegant, handcrafted desserts.
Enjoy the full menu at our bar, offering craft cocktails and a curated wine list featuring women-made selections. Dinner is a celebration of the seasons, while our casual weekend brunch invites you to gather with friends and family. The space feels like stepping into a dear friend’s home—charming, warm, and welcoming.
Join us at The Duck & The Peach, where every meal is a meaningful celebration of food, connection, and community. Named a James Beard Finalist in 2024 and one of D.C.’s 25 best restaurants by The New York Times, we can’t wait to welcome you.
Ambar Capitol Hill
Price: Moderate•Balkan style•4.7(5,074)
Welcome to Ambar, the gem of Capitol Hill, where you are invited to explore the dynamic flavors of Balkan cuisine. What distinguishes us, is our well-curated, exclusive 'Dining Without Limits' experience, which brings you the soul of Balkan dining traditions. Our extensive menu boasts a variety of shareable small plates, perfectly paired with a vast selection of premium Balkan wines.
Whether joining us for a leisurely lunch, celebratory weekend brunch, or an evening of indulgence, our unlimited dining menu promises to deliver an unparalleled culinary journey. We excel in serving individual guests, as well as larger groups, and private events.Belga Cafe
Price: Moderate•Belgian•4.7(4,793)Belga Café is a great place to eat typical Belgian cuisine.
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Dinner: Monday - Saturday starting from 5 pm, Lunch: Tuesday - Friday from noon until 2:30 pm, Brunch: Saturday 9:30 am - 3:30 pm & Sunday 9:00 am - 3:30 pm.
To inquire about PRIVATE EVENT email at info@belgacafe.com
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- JJaclynAtlanta •6 reviews5.0Dined 1 day agoUnlimited brunch is definitely worth it! Great quality and many options.More infoAmbar Capitol HillPrice: Moderate• Balkan style• Capitol Hill•4.7
- JJudyVIPWashington, D.C. Area •47 reviews5.0Dined 1 day agoDelightful and delicious Easter brunch with great menu choices.More infoBelga CafePrice: Moderate• Belgian• Capitol Hill•4.7
- BBenjaminWashington, D.C. Area •23 reviews5.0Dined 6 days agoIncredible food and incredible service. Always delicious and creative dishes sure to impress both you and your guests!More infoThe Duck and the PeachPrice: Expensive• American• Capitol Hill•4.7
- MMichaelBerlin •3 reviews5.0Dined on 11 Apr 2025Excellent Gins, personal recommendations. A delight.More infoThe WellsPrice: Moderate• Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service• Capitol Hill•4.8
- LLoganWashington, D.C. Area •6 reviews5.0Dined on 2 Apr 2025Excellent experience. The service was great, friendly staff ensured that we were well taken care of. Dinner was delicious, with all of their great pasta options there's nothing bad on the menu.More infoLa CollinaPrice: Moderate• Italian• Capitol Hill•4.8
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Discover Capitol Hill
Since Pierre L'Enfant decided to build the Congress House at the top of Jenkins Hill in 1791, the enormous Capitol Hill district of Washington, D.C., has grown to symbolize America to many citizens. However, this neighborhood houses a lot more than monuments and politicians. In between the old rowhouses and various parks, you'll find plenty of food options. You can start out by heading to brunch and ordering some buckwheat pancakes at one of the many early-morning spots. Capitol Hill also offers a number of barbecue joints for those looking to feast on tender meats. If you're a seafood lover, hit up a raw oyster bar or sushi restaurant. And of course, America's capital knows how to do a classic burger that even a president would love to sink their teeth into!
Frequently asked questions
The best reviewed restaurant in Capitol Hill is CHIKO - Capitol Hill
The best vegan restaurants in Capitol Hill are Ambar Capitol Hill, The Duck and the Peach and Cane
The best vegetarian restaurants in Capitol Hill are Ambar Capitol Hill, Paraiso and Caruso's Grocery - DC
The restaurants with the best service in Capitol Hill are CHIKO - Capitol Hill, The Capital Grille - Washington DC and Capitol Square Bar & Grill
The restaurants with the best ambiance in Capitol Hill are Bistro Cacao, Sushi Hachi and CHIKO - Capitol Hill
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