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1. Bresca
4.5
Awesome(1254)
$$$$
• Contemporary French / American • U Street Corridor
Booked 38 times today
Bresca offers A La Carte and Tasting Menu options! Parties of 5 or more will be required to do our Chef's Tasting Menu. We are a Contemporary French restaurant and cocktail bar located in the bustling 14th Street neighborhood. Our team explores the finest in seasonal ingredients paired with genuine hospitality.
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2. Filomena Ristorante
4.8
Exceptional(18221)
$$$$
• Italian • Georgetown
Booked 192 times today
Filomena Now over 40 Years and counting!Filomena is a Washington DC landmark restaurant now with over 40 years of serving some of the finest Italian food you can enjoy. Our Pasta is fresh made by hand just like it was done for centuries in Italy. Our bakery is in-house, and we make over 20 different desserts to choose from. During Valentine's Day, Easter, Halloween and Christmas you can experience some of the most incredible decorations you can find! Four decades of making not just a great dining experience but a memorable one. Filomena has recently introduced a full line of homemade pasta, sauces, desserts that can be shipped nationwide too!
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3. The Capital Grille - Chevy Chase
4.9
Exceptional(3496)
$$$$
• Steakhouse • Chevy Chase
Booked 45 times today
Make it a day to remember. From birthdays and anniversaries to professional milestones, we aim to make every gathering special at The Capital Grille. Open seven days a week, The Capital Grille is best known for our expertly prepared steaks, which are dry aged in house for 18 to 24 days and then hand-cut by our restaurant's on-premise butcher. The Capital Grille's wine list features more than 350 selections, and its floor-to-ceiling wine kiosk regularly houses 3,500 - 5,000 bottles. Reservations are recommended but not required. For more information, please visit our website. We look forward to delighting you.
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4. The Hamilton
4.7
Exceptional(12474)
$$$$
• American • Downtown
Booked 141 times today
The Hamilton, located in downtown Washington, DC, is a vibrant restaurant known for its diverse American cuisine and lively atmosphere. Showcasing an expansive menu that highlights fresh seafood, steaks, and sushi happy hours, it caters to a wide range of tastes. The Hamilton also features an impressive bar with handcrafted cocktails and an extensive wine list. With its spacious dining areas and a music venue hosting live music performances, The Hamilton offers a unique dining experience that blends culinary excellence with entertainment. Across the street from the Treasury building, the W Hotel, and the Willard Hotel.
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5. Amazonia
4.7
Exceptional(578)
$$$$
• Peruvian • Mount Vernon Square
Booked 58 times today
Venture into the relaxed ambiance of Amazonia, our inviting upstairs bar, dining room and rooftop hideaway. As one of the first Amazonian restaurants in the U.S., discover the exotic flavors and ingredients from Peru's rainforest, as well as favorite Peruvian staples. Here you can explore a thoughtfully curated selection of pisco and imaginative cocktails. The dishes you'll enjoy in Amazonia are meant for sharing, and are expertly prepared by the very same Michelin awarded kitchen team from Causa downstairs.We offer our Sour Hour happy hour at are bar and bar tables Monday thru Friday from open till 7 pm. Bar seating is available first come, first served. Reservations are not available for Sour Hour.
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6. Miss Toya's Creole House - Silver Spring
4.2
Awesome(285)
$$$$
• Creole / Cajun / Southern • Silver Spring
Booked 18 times today
Discover the vibrant flavors of New Orleans right in the heart of Silver Spring at Miss Toya's Creole House. Our Silver Spring location invites you to experience the rich, soulful tastes of authentic Creole cuisine in a warm and welcoming atmosphere. Whether you’re a fan of spicy jambalaya, succulent crawfish étouffée, or our mouthwatering beignets, each dish is crafted with the finest ingredients and a touch of Southern hospitality.At Miss Toya's, we take pride in our family recipes and the time-honored traditions of Creole cooking. Our restaurant offers a cozy, yet lively setting perfect for both casual dinners and special occasions. Enjoy our signature cocktails and an extensive selection of wines and craft beers that perfectly complement our menu.Join us at our Silver Spring location and savor the best of Creole cuisine with a side of charm and a lot of heart.
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7. RPM Italian - DC
4.7
Exceptional(4988)
$$$$
• Italian • Mount Vernon Square
Booked 93 times today
Located in Washington, D.C.’s Mount Vernon neighborhood, RPM Italian is modern in approach and Italian in spirit and features a contemporary, chef­-driven menu with dishes meant to be shared. The sister restaurant to RPM Steak and RPM Seafood, RPM Italian marks the first collaboration between partners RJ, Jerrod and Molly
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8. Succotash PRIME
4.7
Exceptional(4433)
$$$$
• American • Penn Quarter
Booked 68 times today
Succotash PRIME is a progressive perspective of classic Southern favorites. James Beard Award winner Edward Lee brings his Korean roots and Southern repertoire to a soulful Southern Steakhouse menu.SUCCOTASH is named after the classic dish that has been a longstanding staple of the Southern table. While many know “Succotash” when they see it, the dish has been interpreted, modified, and passed from generation to generation for centuries. Our “Succotash” is special to us and we invite you to experience the South from our point of view.
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9. Zaytinya - DC
4.7
Exceptional(20293)
$$$$
• Mediterranean • Penn Quarter
Booked 276 times today
Under the direction of celebrated Chef José Andrés and his ThinkFoodGroup team, Zaytinya offers an innovative mezze menu inspired by Turkish, Greek and Lebanese cuisines served up in a sleek and modern setting. Building on José's deep knowledge of Mediterranean cooking and years of research and travel, the menu features shared small plates of authentic and innovative fare, creative cocktails, and unique Mediterranean wines, making Zaytinya one of the most exciting restaurants in Washington.
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10. Maydān
4.7
Exceptional(563)
$$$$
• Middle Eastern • Logan Circle
Booked 78 times today
Maydān explores the cuisines of the Middle East, Northern Africa, and the Mediterranean, taking diners on a culinary journey. When you enter our town square — our “Maydān”— we want you to feel a sense of wonder. Forget what you know, and we’ll be there with you for every bite! Let us guide you through the square to a table full of dishes. Spreads, salads, condiments, grilled vegetables, meats, and seafood coming together in unison. Just remember, there is no wrong way to go about it! See you in our Maydān soon!Reservations are released on a rolling basis 21 days in advance, at 10:00am. Reservations will be honored in the space where they are booked, and we can not guarantee availability in a different dining area.Our Tawle tasting menu is available for all reservations and walk-ins! We have limited walk-in availability for tables in all dining areas, and our bars at Maydān and Medina are open on a first come, first serve basis! *Please notify us of allergies or dietary needs.

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  • RobertGold
    Washington, D.C. Area •11 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    Every dish was fantastic and our service was great as well with our server available as needed and helpful with her recommendations..
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    Zaytinya - DC$$$$• Mediterranean• Penn Quarter
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    4.7
  • melisa
    Los Angeles •28 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    Delightful! Wonderful service, great ambiance, wide selection of choices with sweet menu notes to guide your choice.
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    Filomena Ristorante$$$$• Italian• Georgetown
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    4.8
  • Louise
    Washington, D.C. Area •2 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 3 days ago
    That was the best Mother’s Day meal ever! The service was out of this world and our antsy boys were invited to peek into the kitchen. Chef is so kind, as well as incredibly talented. His style is fresh, herbaceous, clean, but also rich in the best way. Each plate had layers of flavor that wowed my palate. So good!
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    Bresca$$$$• Contemporary French / American• U Street Corridor
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    4.5
  • Claudia
    Washington, D.C. Area •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 4 days ago
    Amazing experience, amazing food, and amazing drinks. Everyone contributed to our experience: from Euan at the host stand, to Colin and Kevin at the bar, to our server Anika, and all the way to Daniela and Wendy bussing our table… This is a special place!
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    Amazonia$$$$• Peruvian• Mount Vernon Square
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    4.7
  • Karina
    1 review
    5.0
    Dined on May 4, 2026
    From the moment we walked in, everything felt absolutely perfect. The food, the atmosphere, and especially the service from Gabriele :everything was wonderful. He is a true professional!attentive, friendly, and made the whole experience feel effortless and special. At the end, we asked the hostess to take a photo for us, and she didn’t just do it -she really embraced the moment with us. It was clear she really cared, and that made our night so special. We truly felt special. I will never stop recommending this place to everyone I know!
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    The Capital Grille - Chevy Chase$$$$• Steakhouse• Chevy Chase
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    4.9

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