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1. Delhi Spice
4.7
Exceptional(88)
$$$$
• Indian • Bethesda
Booked 3 times today
India has always been known as a land of spices and Asia’s largest spice market is in Delhi!! Join us as we take you through an aromatic journey of both local and exotic spices blended with the labor of love and effort put into each of our dishes, we try to bring diverse flavors of Delhi to you through the spices used to create our signature dishes.
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2. Smashing Grapes - Columbia
4.3
Awesome(487)
$$$$
• Contemporary American • Columbia
Booked 25 times today
Smashing Grapes in Columbia's Merriweather District offers a unique global wine experience. It features a menu inspired by cuisines from around the world, using locally sourced ingredients. Enjoy a variety of dishes, including fresh seafood, hand-crafted pasta, wood-fired pizzas, and innovative vegetarian options. The extensive wine list showcases selections from renowned vineyards from around the world, ensuring there's a perfect wine for every palate. Our knowledgeable staff is ready to recommend pairings that elevate your meal. With a modern and inviting atmosphere, Smashing Grapes is ideal for both intimate gatherings and larger celebrations. Join us for live music every Friday, making your dining experience even more memorable. Come and discover the perfect blend of culinary delights and exceptional wines at Smashing Grapes.Valet parking services available Thursday, Friday, and Saturday dinner service from 4pm to 11pm. And Sunday brunch service from 10am to 3pm.
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3. The Manor at Silo Falls
3.8
Excellent(993)
$$$$
• American • Olney
Booked 7 times today
Silo Falls is a Historic Mansion located on 40 acres of rural land in Montgomery County, MD. The Mansion includes a full service kitchen & bar. Within the Mansion there is a Grand Ballroom for Weddings & large events as well as a number of private rooms for dining or smaller events. The breathtaking property features a large lake, farm silo & many areas for beautiful photography.
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4. Clove and Cardamom
4.6
Exceptional(182)
$$$$
• Indian • Columbia
Booked 2 times today
To create an ambiance where you can savor specialized Italian, Asian, Mediterranean, Greek, and Indian cuisines to suit your moods.
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5. Iron Bridge Wine Company - Columbia
4.7
Exceptional(5496)
$$$$
• Contemporary American • Columbia
Booked 32 times today
Top notch restaurant and wine bar featuring a 35+ wine-by-the-glass offering, wine tasting flights, a full service restaurant highlighting farm to table cuisine, as well as a boutique retail wine shop that boasts a collection of small production wines from around the world. A full bar with signature cocktails using house made infusions and bottled beers are also available.
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6. Chai Pani
4.7
Exceptional(445)
$$$$
• Indian • NoMa
Booked 91 times today
Chai Pani is a James Beard Award-winning restaurant by chef Meherwan Irani, known internationally for broadening the representation of Indian street food in America. Meherwan and Vishwesh Bhatt, the executive chef and southern food icon, believe Indian street food - the everyday cuisine of more than a billion people - reflects the greatness of India. The shareable menu they created honors both street food and Irani cafe traditions of chaat (street snacks), uttapam (savory fermented pancakes), chhota plates (truck stop–style small plates), sigri (grill), pav (street sandwiches, pronounced “pow”), and specialties. An experience that sparks your curiosity, blasts your culinary and visual senses under kaleidoscopic colors, garlands of bougainvillea, and hand-painted museum-worthy murals by local District artists - transporting you to the streets of Mumbai. Ok! Be one of a billion. Come visit us!
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7. Bar Chinois - DC
4.6
Exceptional(791)
$$$$
• Chinese • Shaw
Booked 33 times today
Bar Chinois is recognized for its constantly-evolving Chinese menu and French-inspired cocktail and wine program. Recent accolades include being listed in the Michelin Dining Guide USA, the Washington Post Fall Dining Guide, Modern Luxury DC Best of the City and 2024 RAMMY Award Winner for Best Bar in DC.Located in Mount Vernon Triangle, Bar Chinois is a short walk from the Washington Convention Center, Capital One Arena, National Mall and Union Station. We offer happy hour specials Tuesday-Sunday from 5 pm-7 pm and a bottomless brunch on weekends.If you are looking for an energetic Washington, DC dining experience with great food, drink and service, we would love to host you!
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8. Umaya
4.2
Awesome(874)
$$$$
• Japanese • Penn Quarter
Booked 13 times today
Umaya, where East meets West in a plethora of Japanese inspired small & large dishes. We focus on drawing from the simplicity of flavor in fresh ingredients, while giving it a Western flair. Specializing on the popular Japanese ‘street food’ - think small 'tapas' style dishes that are easy to share amongst friends & family. Our Izakaya grill features a one of a kind charcoal brick that is imported from Japan & allows for the natural flavors of the proteins & vegetables to radiate.Umaya elevates the typical 'beer garden' concept with hard-to-find Asian dishes. Our menu promotes friends, coworkers, family to enjoy their time together. We carry a wide array of Asian beer, sake & Japanese Whiskey, complimenting the tranquility of the restaurant. The menu will feature seasonal highlights; however, the time-honored staples will always be available. ‘Umaya’ directly translates to a ‘place that tastes good’ in Japanese; it is a place where you can go
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9. Founding Farmers & Distillers DC: Chinatown
4.6
Exceptional(10845)
$$$$
• American • Mount Vernon Square
Booked 64 times today
Founding Farmers & Distillers, located in downtown Washington, DC's Mt. Vernon Square, offers a diverse menu inspired by American classics and nearby Chinatown. Open 365 days a year, we proudly serve breakfast, lunch, dinner, and our decadent weekend Farmers Market Buffet Brunch, all made from scratch using high-quality ingredients sourced from farmers we know and trust. Enjoy our outdoor patio seating with cozy fire pits (available first come first serve). Our in-house distillery, Founding Spirits, crafts unique cocktails that pair perfectly with our dishes. Whether you're dining with us, grabbing a coffee from our First Bake Cafe, or celebrating a special event in our private spaces, our farmer-owned restaurant is committed to sustainability and community.
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10. RPM Italian - DC
4.7
Exceptional(5014)
$$$$
• Italian • Mount Vernon Square
Booked 87 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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