Diners' Choice: Hot spot restaurants in Washington, D.C. Area

OpenTable

Updated September 05, 2024

Looking for restaurants that are the best hot spots in Washington, D.C. Area? You’re in the right place. Each month, OpenTable analyzes nearly 2 million global diner reviews from the past four months. We sort the results by location and category to help you discover new favorite restaurants. It's a great partnership: you reserve, eat, and review. We listen...and deliver the results for all to benefit. Enjoy!

The Park at 14th

4.8

4.8 (2820)

$31 to $50

Contemporary American

Downtown

About the restaurant

The Park at 14th is a restaurant, lounge, and event venue on four floors overlooking Franklin Square in Downtown D.C. Offering a sense of timeless elegance, beautiful views, and a warm and welcoming interior, The Park at 14th is the perfect place dining, socializing, and hosting your next event. We invite you to join us. For reservations over 10 people, please TEXT (202) 550-0300

Top review

Danielle

Dined 3 days ago

Great place for brunch I don’t drink so paying extra for unlimited mimosas isn’t convenient but I was offered free cupcakes so it made up for it

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4.8

4.8 (2280)

$30 and under

American

Alexandria

About the restaurant

Laporta’s restaurant is the ideal place for extraordinary food in a casual, comfortable setting. Laporta’s has an attentively serviced contemporary dining room perfect for a romantic evening out or any other special occasion, combined with an adjoining intimate Jazz lounge. Relax and listen to the live jazz featured nightly. The lounge has the warmth and friendly feel of a local’s bar yet with the same excellence of service and consistency of food quality that defines our dining room and exemplifies the restaurant as a whole. The menu features inventive fresh seafoods and hearty pastas complemented by the provincial-style desserts of Margaret Laporta.

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Ross

Dined on Sep 6, 2024

One of my favorite restaurants in NOVA. Great food, excellent service. One of my go to restaurants for over 30 years.

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Popular dish

Carrot cake

Brazil Gourmet Pizzeria & Grill

4.7

4.7 (106)

$31 to $50

Pizzeria

Damascus

About the restaurant

Exquisite pizza and Grill in the best style of São Paulo, Brazil.

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Pattyvip

Dined on Sep 7, 2024

Delicious food and big portions. Pizza crust is very good.

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Experience

All You Can Eat - Unlimited Pizza

Boqueria - Dupont

4.6

4.6 (2292)

$31 to $50

Tapas / Small Plates

Dupont Circle

About the restaurant

An energetic yet intimate Barcelona-style tapas bar serving Spanish favorites, seasonal specials, and curated cocktails in a contemporary space with a lively patio several blocks away from Dupont Circle.

Perfect for a shared meal of small plates, happy hour with the team, a memorable date night, or weekend brunch!

Let us know if you have any seating requirements when making your booking. Parties of 10 or more will enjoy our Chef's Tasting Menu ($52pp plus beverage, tax, and gratuity).

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maegan

Dined 4 days ago

The food, service, atmosphere, and experience was amazing! My party and I ordered the brunch feast and everything came out timely and the food was hot. The bottomless drinks were very delicious. I would absolutely come back.

Service Bar

4.6

4.6 (8)

$30 and under

Cocktail Bar

Mount Vernon Square

About the restaurant

Service Bar, opened by Chad Spangler and Glendon Hartley, has provided Washington DC with a relaxed and intimate alternative to the typical stiff-upper-lip cocktail bar.

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Bobby

Dined 5 days ago

I LOVE SERVICE BAR. This place seriously rules and I always take my people to this place.

MXDC

4.5

4.5 (2413)

$30 and under

Mexican

Downtown

About the restaurant

🎉🌮 Exciting News Alert! 🌮🎉

We are thrilled to announce that MXDC is officially OPEN at our new location at 1610 14th St NW, Washington DC! 🎉✨ Come join us for an unforgettable dining, lounge, and bar experience filled with delicious tacos, refreshing drinks, and fantastic vibes. 🍹🌶️

We can't wait to welcome you to our new home and create many more memorable moments together! See you soon at MXDC!

With love and tacos,
The MXDC Team ❤️🌮❤️

Top review

Rochellevip

Dined 5 days ago

We were there at the end of lunch, got the queso fundido w chorizo, shrimp/lobster quesadilla, carne asada burrito, and tacos (short rib w mole, camerones, and hongos). The food was exceptional (even the coffee). Will definitely return. Service and kindness was spot on. ¡Qué bueno, muchas gracias!

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Bourbon Boulevard - Chantilly

4.4

4.4 (331)

$30 and under

Steakhouse

Chantilly

About the restaurant

Steak House, Whiskey/Wine Bar with Live Music

Top review

Michael

Dined 7 days ago

Wonderful experience as always. The food was phenomenal as was the atmosphere and service. I will be back again and again. Thank you all at Bourbon Boulevard for making a great evening even better.

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4.3

4.3 (46)

$31 to $50

Tapas / Small Plates

Arlington

About the restaurant

There is no place like WHINO. The Art is the centerpiece in this stunning 6200 sq. foot restaurant experience complete with tasting bar, large craft cocktail bar, 5 large-scale immersive murals and open kitchen. The chef carefully curated a seasonal mix of international small plates to enhance the dining experience.

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OpenTable Diner

Dined on Jul 15, 2024

Juan was an amazing bartender and server. Top notch!

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Experience

“Expressions of Tempranillo” Wine Tasting 8-930pm

SoBe Restaurant & Lounge

4.1

4.1 (1193)

$31 to $50

Contemporary American

Lanham

About the restaurant

Featuring South Beach inspired Decor and an expansive menu, SoBe should be at the top of your list for Upscale Restaurants in suburban Washington, D.C. Our mixture of international cuisines, highlighted by premium meats and fresh seafood, will ensure that your experience is one to remember. Expect a fine dining atmosphere and a gracious and courteous staff to attend to your needs. Our bar features artisan cocktails, premium liquors, draft beer and a selection of global wines. Relax in our Lounge Area for Happy Hour or any gathering.

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Dawn

Dined on Sep 8, 2024

The food is always great. We had the buffet and it did not disappoint.

The Bistro at The Goodstone

3.9

3.9 (36)

$30 and under

American

Middleburg

About the restaurant

We are thrilled to have you join us at the Bistro at Goodstone, where fine dining meets casual comfort.

Nestled in the picturesque Virginia countryside, the Bistro at Goodstone offers a contemporary and laid-back dining experience. Our menu boasts seasonal dishes with locally sourced ingredients, including Virginia wines and draft beers. Comfortable seating that is perfect to unwind with friends, surrounded by the glass-encased Conservatory showcasing the beautiful landscape that surrounds Goodstone Inn. A proper dining retreat!

We welcome you to indulge in breakfast, brunch, lunch, or dinner with us during our varied hours throughout the week. Join us for farm-fresh dining all week!

Top review

roger

Dined on Sep 10, 2024

We had a lovely time in the Bistro. Highly recommend for overall experience.

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