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Zaytinya - DC
$$$$•Mediterranean•4.7(20,293)Penn Quarter - 2
Founding Farmers DC: Foggy Bottom
$$$$•American•4.5(34,160)Foggy Bottom - 3
Joe's Seafood, Prime Steak & Stone Crab - Washington DC
$$$$•Seafood•4.8(10,900)Downtown - 4
Ox & Olive
$$$$•Steakhouse•4.9(2)Georgetown - 5
Old Ebbitt Grill
$$$$•American•4.8(30,888)Downtown
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Chasin' Tails - Founders Row
$$$$•Seafood•4.5(737)Arlington - 2
Maydān
$$$$•Middle Eastern•4.8(559)Logan Circle - 3
The Park at 14th
$$$$•Contemporary American•4.8(3,475)Downtown - 4
Ada's on the River
$$$$•American•4.8(4,649)Old Town Alexandria - 5
Gordon Ramsay Hell's Kitchen - Washington DC
$$$$•American•4.4(1,976)Southwest Waterfront
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Dirty Habit | The Glass House
$$$$•Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service•4.3(2,432)Penn Quarter - 2
Succotash PRIME
$$$$•American•4.7(4,429)Penn Quarter - 3
Bresca
$$$$•Contemporary French / American•4.5(1,253)U Street Corridor - 4
Nobu DC
$$$$•Japanese•4.5(2,686)Washington - 5
Bourbon Steak Washington DC
$$$$•Steakhouse•4.7(3,976)Georgetown
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Rumi's Kitchen - DC
$$$$•Persian•4.9(3,098)Rumi's Kitchen first opened more than a decade ago in Atlanta, the result of years of development by Chef / Owner Ali Mesghali. Showcasing the flavors of Iran -- fresh herbs, kabobs cooked over an open-fire grill -- quickly won loyal guests at the original location in Sandy Springs, GA and set us on pace to open our first restaurant outside of Georgia in 2020. Rumi was a 13th-century Persian poet whose words and life teach us how to find inner peace, happiness and love. We invite you to Rumi’s Kitchen where fresh, healthy food and attentive Persian hospitality await you.Amazonia
$$$$•Peruvian•4.7(576)Venture into the relaxed ambiance of Amazonia, our inviting upstairs bar, dining room and rooftop hideaway. As one of the first Amazonian restaurants in the U.S., discover the exotic flavors and ingredients from Peru's rainforest, as well as favorite Peruvian staples. Here you can explore a thoughtfully curated selection of pisco and imaginative cocktails. The dishes you'll enjoy in Amazonia are meant for sharing, and are expertly prepared by the very same Michelin awarded kitchen team from Causa downstairs.
We offer our Sour Hour happy hour at are bar and bar tables Monday thru Friday from open till 7 pm. Bar seating is available first come, first served. Reservations are not available for Sour Hour.
Ottoman Taverna
$$$$•Turkish•4.6(1,796)Ottoman Taverna provides flavors and dishes from the Turkish cuisine. Enjoy house made kebaps, dips, hot mezes, desserts and more at our Turkish restaurant. Ottoman Taverna has been awarded Michelin Bib Gourmand status since opening in 2017.RPM Italian - DC
$$$$•Italian•4.7(4,985)Located in Washington, D.C.’s Mount Vernon neighborhood, RPM Italian is modern in approach and Italian in spirit and features a contemporary, chef-driven menu with dishes meant to be shared. The sister restaurant to RPM Steak and RPM Seafood, RPM Italian marks the first collaboration between partners RJ, Jerrod and Molly
Truluck's - Ocean's Finest Seafood & Crab - Washington, D.C.
$$$$•Seafood•4.4(2,377)Truluck's has been a premier dining destination since 1992, celebrated for fresh seafood, prime steaks, and attentive service. At Truluck's Washington, DC, guests enjoy Florida Stone Crab-served from trap to table in 24 hours during its October-May season-along with a menu guided by Corporate Executive Chef Thomas Dritsas. The offerings highlight responsibly sourced seafood, USDA Prime steaks, and seasonal chef-driven features, paired with an award-winning wine list and craft cocktails. Located in downtown DC near the Walter E. Washington Convention Center and CityCenter, Truluck's offers a refined setting with warm hospitality, perfect for business dinners, special occasions, and unforgettable nights out.dLeña
$$$$•Mexican•4.6(2,708)Located in the heart of Washington, DC, dLeña Restaurant & Roja Lounge offers an elevated Modern Mexican dining experience inspired by the traditions of live-fire cooking throughout Mexico. As featured in the 2022, 2023, and 2024 Michelin Guide DC, the concept celebrates leña, or firewood, and the nuanced flavors smoke imparts on both its wood-fired cuisine and mezcal and tequila-centric cocktails.
Mexican-Born Executive Chef Carlos Camacho blends refined culinary technique with bold Mexican flavors, creating dishes that are both sophisticated and deeply rooted in tradition. Enjoy a vibrant dining room, outdoor patio, and an intimate cellar jazz-lounge.
In 2024, OpenTable recognized dLeña as one of the Top 100 Restaurants in America and in 2025 Top 100 Brunch Restaurants in the US and among the Top Outdoor Dining Restaurants in the US. In May 2026 YouTube creators named dLeña “Perfect Date Night Spot in Washington, DC”, while TikTok creators recognized it as “Best Date Night Spot.”
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- SSilvannaGoldWashington, D.C. Area •9 reviews5.0Dined todayWe had a fantastic experience at Rumi’s Kitchen! The food was absolutely delicious, the atmosphere was warm and inviting, and the service from Tareq was outstanding. He was attentive, friendly, and made our evening even more enjoyable. Highly recommend!More infoRumi's Kitchen - DC$$$$• Persian• Mount Vernon Square•4.9
- LLaurenNew York City •2 reviews5.0Dined 3 days agoDarian was our server and offered incredible service. He is a som and was very helpful with wine recommendations. The food was also incredible.More infoRPM Italian - DC$$$$• Italian• Mount Vernon Square•4.7
- GGailGoldWashington, D.C. Area •17 reviews5.0Dined 3 days agoClyde’s never disappoints. The food is flavorful and you get plenty of it. Our server was outstanding. It’s definitely a go to when I’m in that area.More infoClyde's of Gallery Place$$$$• American• Downtown•4.6
- AangelicaChicago / Illinois •3 reviews5.0Dined 4 days agoWe ordered the hummus, eggplant, salad, cauliflower, brussel spouts, halloumi, mushrooms, scallops and octopus. For dessert we ordered the walnut and gold raisin ice cream. EVERYTHING was delicious and I can't wait to go back. We came in at 9:45pm, they close at 10pm and we still received attentive service with a smile. Thank you!More infoZaytinya - DC$$$$• Mediterranean• Penn Quarter•4.7
- EEdithWashington, D.C. Area •2 reviews5.0Dined 4 days agoMy party of 8 all expressed that they had a wonderful time...good and fresh food, great drinks (even the mocktails were amazing) and 1st class service from our server. No complaints at all.More infoFounding Farmers & Distillers DC: Chinatown$$$$• American• Mount Vernon Square•4.6
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Discover Mt. Vernon Square
An up-and-coming neighborhood, Mt. Vernon Square seems to have a new restaurant popping up every week. It hosts the second largest building in D.C., the Walter E. Washington Convention Center, after rising up from its 1930's decline. To support its young professional residents and lively Convention Center clientele, the neighborhood offers a restaurant for every occasion, including ones by big-name chefs and many with international cuisine. Thick and crusty pizza, Spanish tapas, Turkish small plates, and Korean mandu are a sampling of what is offered. The nightlife is especially busy with its recent reputation as a bar crawling hotspot, where you can sample classic cocktails.
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Celebrate special occasion at the best restaurants in Mount Vernon Square. Our customers recommend Rumi's Kitchen - DC, Amazonia and Truluck's - Ocean's Finest Seafood & Crab - Washington, D.C.
As of May 10, 2026 there are 21 restaurants in Mount Vernon Square. Filter by “outdoor dining”, “romantic” or “dog friendly”.
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