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1. Minetta Tavern DC
4.7
Exceptional(115)
$$$$
• French American • NoMa
Booked 24 times today
***Please note that our Martini Happy Hour (Sun-Thurs 4:30pm to 6:30pm) is for walk-ins at the bar only. All reservations are held for regular meal service***Keith McNally brings Minetta Tavern to Washington DCMINETTA TAVERN ORIGINALLY OPENED IN 1937Named after the Minetta Brook — which ran southwest from 23rd Street to the Hudson River — the Tavern was frequented by various layabouts and hangers-on including Ernest Hemingway, Ezra Pound, Eugene O'Neill, E. E. Cummings, Dylan Thomas, and Joe Gould, as well as by various writers, poets, and pugilists.Since its renovation, Minetta Tavern has best been described as "Parisian steakhouse meets classic New York City tavern."We hope — and believe — that's a somewhat accurate description of the place.
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2. Silver
4.5
Awesome(2430)
$$$$
• Contemporary American • Bethesda
Booked 77 times today
SILVER is an New American Brasserie with a distinctive new shine. Led by award-winning Chef, Ype Von Hengst, SILVER’s menu features contemporary American cuisine and healthier choices, influenced by the great brasseries from around the world. We specialize in offering a broad menu of contemporary favorites, seasonal specials, and healthier options, featuring ingredients from local farms and purveyors. Our bar menu features hand-crafted pre-prohibition style cocktails, local brews and American wines carefully curated to showcase the traditions of American wine makers. Open early until late, serving breakfast, lunch, dinner and late night brunch. SILVER offers the choices for how you live and a healthy dose of what you crave.
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3. Bar Chinois - DC
4.6
Exceptional(796)
$$$$
• Chinese • Shaw
Booked 48 times today
Bar Chinois is recognized for its constantly-evolving Chinese menu and French-inspired cocktail and wine program. Recent accolades include being listed in the Michelin Dining Guide USA, the Washington Post Fall Dining Guide, Modern Luxury DC Best of the City and 2024 RAMMY Award Winner for Best Bar in DC.Located in Mount Vernon Triangle, Bar Chinois is a short walk from the Washington Convention Center, Capital One Arena, National Mall and Union Station. We offer happy hour specials Tuesday-Sunday from 5 pm-7 pm and a bottomless brunch on weekends.If you are looking for an energetic Washington, DC dining experience with great food, drink and service, we would love to host you!
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4. Tosca
4.9
Exceptional(4611)
$$$$
• Italian • Downtown
Booked 16 times today
Currently open for lunch and dinner. Ristorante Tosca offers the finest in contemporary northern Italian cuisine. Tosca serves Italian cuisine with an emphasis on seasonal ingredients, using a creative approach that respects the great traditions of Tuscan gastronomy. Tosca combines modern style and elegance to create an intimate and comfortable setting. Tosca implements a dress code and proper attire is required. We do not allow athletic wear, shorts, beach attire, tank tops, flip flops, or torn or excessively revealing clothing. We reserve the right to determine if a guest needs to adjust their attire before being seated.We no longer offer valet parking, we do validate at dinner in our parking garage located on 11th St, NW
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5. Kramers
4.4
Awesome(428)
$$$$
• American • Dupont Circle
Booked 22 times today
Kramers is a quintessential gathering spot with a remarkable history — an iconic independent bookstore, versatile events space, award-winning restaurant, and illustrious bar — all in one.Breakfast for dinner? Step inside our solarium dining room and check out the All Day menu serving everything from french toast to fettuccine. Our bar space serves up stiff drinks and an easy ambience that’s hard to come by. Kramers first opened its doors amid the Bicentennial celebration of 1976 as the first bookstore/café in Washington DC. Over the years, through expansions, subpoenas, and innumerable neighborhood changes, much of our business has remained constant, notably our commitment to providing access to the best books we can procure and to the most delicious, varied food we can produce.With a rich history as a cultural institution where the most interesting minds have gravitated for decades, Kramers is a place where curiosity, intellect, and taste come together.
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6. Black's Bar & Kitchen
4.5
Awesome(3400)
$$$$
• Seafood • Bethesda
Booked 22 times today
WELCOME BACK!Black’s Bar & Kitchen is excited to announce we are back open to the public for dine-in service! While we encourage you to use our online portal for convenient curbside carryout pickup, we have staged our patio, dining room and café tables to provide our Guests with a socially accepted distance to dine. Food, Wine, & Cocktails to the heart of the ever-evolving Downtown Bethesda, Black’s remains the community Hot Spot for killer happy hour bar bites. Black’s has been on the forefront of supporting local farming & sustainable growing practices, serving only the highest quality produce, meats, & seafood for well over a decade.Love Oysters? We do. Our Premium raw bar is unparalleled with rotating varieties of bivalves from all coasts of the Americas and a stellar wine list to match. Whether you’re popping champagne for a special occasion, watching the game enjoying a cold craft beer and Duck Nachos in the bar, Black’s Bar & Kitchen is the destination for any occasion.
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7. Oceanaire Seafood Room - DC
4.6
Exceptional(6598)
$$$$
• Seafood • Downtown
Booked 12 times today
Located in the heart of Penn Quarter, The Oceanaire Seafood Room Washington, DC offers a sophisticated dining experience defined by its stylish, upscale décor and its reputation for exceptional seafood crafted from sustainably sourced, top‑quality ingredients. Just steps from the energy of Downtown and the city’s cultural landmarks, the restaurant provides an inviting atmosphere ideal for romantic evenings, business gatherings, and special occasions. Guests enjoy a chef‑driven menu featuring both classic and innovative preparations, from regionally inspired oysters to signature favorites like Chesapeake Bay‑style crab cakes and Chicken Fried Lobster.
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8. Matisse
4.8
Exceptional(1837)
$$$$
• Contemporary French • Tenleytown
Booked 13 times today
For 26 years, Matisse has been Friendship Heights' elegant dining destination where Washington's discerning diners celebrate special moments and enjoy exceptional everyday dining. Owner Fritz Siegfried has built a beloved neighborhood institution balancing sophistication with warm, approachable service. Our kitchen focuses on seasonal, locally-sourced ingredients and organic farm-raised proteins, complemented by one of DC's most extensive wine collections. Whether marking a milestone, exploring our curated wine list, or visiting your favorite neighborhood restaurant, Matisse delivers timeless elegance without pretense. Located in Upper NW DC's Friendship Heights, Matisse is an experience that never goes out of style.
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9. Mazi
4.5
Awesome(846)
$$$$
• American • Downtown
Booked 11 times today
Creative New American Cuisine influenced and inspired by Greek and Mediterranean recipes and flavors.
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10. La Tomate
4.7
Exceptional(1542)
$$$$
• Italian • Dupont Circle
Booked 19 times today
La Tomate blends an old-world European bistro atmosphere with a familiar, contemporary charm. Our focus on quality, hospitality, and lasting relationships has made us a Dupont Circle staple for nearly 4 decades. Our menu celebrates the essential Italian cooking—fresh, simple, and flavorful—crafted with artisanal care and local ingredients. From handmade pastas and daily baked bread to house-made gelato and desserts, every dish reflects our passion for tradition with playful twists. Signature handmade pastas include our seasonal ravioli, squid ink linguine and classic fettuccine. Our popular desserts include from Parmigiano Reggiano gelato with strawberry confit to Greek yogurt panna cotta and spiced chocolate mousse. Dine on our beautiful patio, recently named one of D.C.’s best by The Washington Post, or at our iconic bar, perfect for people watching. From private events to intimate dinners, happy hour to weekend brunch, we’re proud to be your neighborhood bistro since 1987.

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