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1683 reviews4.7Italian$$$$DowntownBooked 36 times today Le Diplomate
13238 reviews4.8French$$$$Logan CircleBooked 369 times todayOld Ebbitt Grill
26228 reviews4.8American$$$$DowntownBooked 316 times todayThe Hamilton
10335 reviews4.6American$$$$DowntownBooked 148 times todayParlour Victoria
54 reviews4.5American$$$$Mount Vernon SquareBooked 33 times today1865 Steak Seafood & Cigars
63 reviews3.9Steakhouse$$$$PetworthBooked 39 times todayTakara 14
57 reviews4.4Japanese$$$$Logan CircleBooked 16 times todayClyde's of Gallery Place
6979 reviews4.5American$$$$DowntownBooked 145 times todayLupo Verde - 14th St
1752 reviews4.4Italian$$$$Logan CircleBooked 67 times todayChaplin
1346 reviews4.7Japanese$$$$ShawBooked 72 times todayClyde's of Georgetown
3682 reviews4.6American$$$$GeorgetownBooked 115 times todayOttoman Taverna
1367 reviews4.7Turkish$$$$Mount Vernon SquareBooked 99 times todayIl Piatto
273 reviews4.5Italian$$$$DowntownBooked 69 times today
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Bourbon Boulevard
117 reviews4.0Steakhouse$$$$ChantillyBooked 10 times todayParlour Victoria
54 reviews4.5American$$$$Mount Vernon SquareBooked 33 times todayLupo Verde - 14th St
1752 reviews4.4Italian$$$$Logan CircleBooked 67 times todayChaplin
1346 reviews4.7Japanese$$$$ShawBooked 72 times todayZeppelin
542 reviews4.7Sushi$$$$ShawBooked 60 times todayBodega Spanish Tapas & Lounge
1448 reviews4.5Spanish$$$$GeorgetownBooked 63 times todayProper 21K
246 reviews4.0Contemporary American$$$$DowntownBooked 51 times todaySilver
1881 reviews4.4Contemporary American$$$$Bethesda / Chevy ChaseBooked 58 times todayRoberts Restaurant at the Omni Shoreham
301 reviews4.4American$$$$Woodley ParkBooked 7 times todayScarlet Oak
708 reviews4.3American$$$$Navy YardBooked 22 times todayThunder Burger & Bar
567 reviews4.1Contemporary American$$$$GeorgetownBooked 14 times todayAngolo Ristorante
127 reviews4.3Italian$$$$GeorgetownBooked 4 times todayWalters Sports Bar
135 reviews4.5American$$$$Navy YardBooked 13 times today
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Dupont Italian Kitchen
103 reviews4.7Italian$$$$Dupont CircleBooked 18 times todayFigleaf Bar & Lounge
12 reviews4.4Mediterranean$$$$DowntownBooked 5 times todayJesiree's Chop House & Lounge
Reviews Coming SoonSteak$$$$Adams MorganBooked 10 times todayThe Artemis
Reviews Coming SoonSoul food$$$$Columbia Heights / BrightwoodPunch Bowl Social - Arlington
2 reviews3.6American$$$$ArlingtonBooked 14 times todayZikrayet Lebanese Restaurant & Lounge
12 reviews3.6Lebanese$$$$AlexandriaBooked 1 time today
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337 reviews3.8Asian$$$$Southwest WaterfrontBooked 225 times today Gravitas
131 reviews4.5American$$$$Capitol HillBooked 2 times todayZaytinya
17425 reviews4.7Mediterranean$$$$Penn QuarterBooked 64 times todayPearl Dive Oyster Palace
1244 reviews4.9Seafood$$$$Logan CircleBooked 58 times todayJaleo DC
9823 reviews4.7Spanish$$$$Penn QuarterBooked 13 times todayOttoman Taverna
1367 reviews4.7Turkish$$$$Mount Vernon SquareBooked 99 times todayOyamel
9010 reviews4.7Mexican$$$$Penn QuarterBooked 22 times todayChina Chilcano
3138 reviews4.7Peruvian$$$$Penn QuarterBooked 28 times todayBidwell
523 reviews4.2American$$$$NoMaBooked 17 times today
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Special menuSpring Wine Fling! 2 Courses + 2 Glasses of Wine
Alta Strada- DCMount Vernon Square$55.00 per personReserve- Special menu
Whiskey Club Tasting
Bourbon BoulevardChantilly$100.00 per personReserve - Special menu
Kona Grill Date Night
Kona Grill - BaltimoreInner Harbor$39.00 per personReserve - Special menu
Spring Wine Fling! 2 Courses + 2 Glasses of Wine
Alta Strada MosaicFairfax$55.00 per personReserve - Special menu
Valentine day special menu
MazaroArlington$120.00 per personReserve - Special menu
Don't think just eat
Takara 14Logan Circle$75.00 per personReserve - Special menu
Three Course Dinner- Mon-Fri. 5 pm to 6:30 pm
Belga CafeCapitol Hill$55.00 per personReserve - Special menu
Three Course Prix Fixe Lunch
Via Sophia Washington DCDowntown$25.00 per personReserve - Special menu
Mini Taste of Aracosia
Bistro AracosiaPalisades Northwest$44.00 per personReserve - Special menu
Terrace Dining Experience
Silver SocialNavy Yard$45.00 per personReserve - Special menu
Maki Monday!
PLANTA, BethesdaBethesda / Chevy Chase$27.00 per personReserve - Special menu
Cherry Blossom Afternoon Tea
The LoungeSouthwest Waterfront$95.00 per personReserve - Special menu
Taste of Italy Four Course Prisso-Fisso
ModenaDowntown$85.00 per personReserve - Special menu
WOMEN OF SPIRIT
Brickstones Kitchen & BarWest Loop$14.00 per personReserve - Special menu
Wine Tasting Experience
Cork Wine Bar & MarketLogan Circle$50.00 per personReserve
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LGBTQ-Owned and -Operated Restaurants to Support in Washington D.C.
OpenTable gives restaurants the ability to celebrate their identity on their restaurant profile—making it even easier for you to find LGBTQ-owned and -operated restaurants to support from coast to coast. Book a table at one of these spots to dine out (and proud!) for Pride month and beyond.
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.
The 19 Greatest Restaurants in Washington, D.C.
Washington, D.C. is a city rich with history and tradition — a trait that plays out in the city’s restaurants, many of which have been open for decades (or in some cases, a century!) and have played host to former presidents, foreign dignitaries, and a wealth of other impactful figures. There are refined options for the most important of situations, as well as relaxed hangouts for daily life. Given its place as a global player, the restaurant scene also reflects D.C.’s diversity and connection to the rest of the world. Here, you can find a Japanese izakaya that now doubles as a convenience store, eat pupusas while catching a baseball game, sample some of the country’s best Ethiopian food, and order off-menu Indian alongside White House staffers. These restaurants make up The Greats, the spots that have shaped and continue to shape how people dine in Washington, D.C.
Unique, Curated Restaurant Experiences in DC's Best Restaurants
After a year at home, Stella Artois and OpenTable bring you the dinner party you’ve been waiting for -- and the restaurant to host it. Welcome to your Dinner Party Out, unique and exclusive gatherings at DC’s best restaurants. Book your special experience, invite guests, and enjoy a family-style curated menu, Stella Artois pairing, and party favors to make the night out with friends so much more than it would be at home.
Discover the Top Women-Led Restaurants in the U.S. and Canada
There’s no better way to celebrate International Women’s Day than by paying a visit to one of these great restaurants — all helmed by women as chefs, managers, or owners. From running kitchens to managing multiple venues, these exceptional women are leaving their mark on the hospitality industry.
Top Hispanic Owned and Operated Restaurants in the U.S.
September 15th to October 15th brings the celebration of National Hispanic Heritage Month in the United States, a time that honors the cultures of people whose ancestors came from Central and South America, Mexico, the Caribbean, and Spain. A big part of the cultural heritage that many Latinx people share in this country is food. To honor National Hispanic Heritage Month, below find Hispanic-owned and -operated across the U.S.
12 of Washington, D.C.’s outstanding spots for celebrating special occasions
As a city that has seen countless graduations, engagements, and birthdays, Boston takes special occasions to another level. On the North End, a neighborhood with a deep-rooted Italian connection, ring in just about anything with decadent lobster agnolotti in a 19th-century row house. For a gathering with friends, head to the Back Bay, where an acclaimed chef serves up bountiful seafood platters, piled high with local oysters. If it’s a more intimate milestone you’re marking, grab a reservation at an elegant omakase spot in Chinatown. Book a table at one of these top 12 restaurants, equipped for any festivity.
Washington, D.C.’s 4 Best New Restaurants to Try
Washington’s dining scene is now better than ever, with both newcomers and beloved stalwarts making long-awaited (re)appearances. Whether you’d like to sip on glasses of frozé atop Navy Yard’s largest rooftop or feast on seafood boils from a laid-back bicoastal outpost, here’s where to dine out in D.C. right now.
9 romantic restaurants in Washington, D.C. for every kind of date
Washington, DC’s quaint neighborhoods, spectacular riverscapes, and burgeoning culinary scene all conjure romance. Whether you’re celebrating a proposal, an anniversary, or a long overdue night together, a charming perch is never hard to find in the nation’s capital. A Dupont Circle townhouse, made for intimate occasions, serves top-notch Mediterranean plates on its wisteria-clad patio. Korean and Southern flavors come together at a handsome Penn Quarter hotspot, sure to up the ante on any anniversary. Read on for a guide to 9 date-worthy restaurants in Washington, DC, ready to host your romantic night out.
Washington, D.C.’s Finest Bars: Where to Drink in the District
With over 170 nations represented in just 68 square miles, the District serves as a captivating destination for diners looking to sample flavors from across the globe—drinks included. As the city’s culinary scene thrives and expands, choosing where to grab a drink has never been so much fun. From unmarked doors that lead to stylish, subterranean social clubs to rooftop lounges with specialty cocktails and unmatched monument views, here are some of Washington, D.C.’s best bars.
Black-Owned and -Operated Restaurants to Support in D.C.
OpenTable gives restaurants the ability to celebrate their identity on their restaurant profile—making it even easier for you to find Black-owned and -operated restaurants to support. Explore the spots in your area.
LatinX-Owned and -Operated Restaurants to Support in D.C.
Celebrate the diversity of the restaurant industry! These LatinX-owned and -operated restaurants are proud to share their heritage — explore spots to support near you.
Women-Owned and -Operated Restaurants to Support in D.C.
Celebrate the diversity of the restaurant industry! These Woman-owned and -operated restaurants are proud to share their identity — explore spots to support near you.
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Discover Columbia Heights / Brightwood
Tucked away in the District of Columbia's northwest corner, the neighborhoods of Columbia Heights and Brightwood contain beautiful homes, friendly residents, and some of the greatest chefs on the East Coast. Restaurants in this area of D.C. have been featured by food critics in the Washington Post and the Washingtonian magazine. On weekends, both visitors and locals of the city can enjoy brunch at several notable restaurants. Former President Barack Obama and celebrities have frequented the area for Southern fare or a classic meal of eggs Benedict. Local enthusiasm for coffee has also peaked over the years, so strong and bold brews are popular at establishments on 11th Street. For lunch and dinner, modern American and Asian-fusion are popular. Upscale vegan restaurants are also a hit among Washington's Millennial residents.
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