Best Restaurants & Food in Washington DC
Top restaurants, cafes, food trucks, and dining experiences in Washington DC. Find your next meal.
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Alamo Drafthouse DC
Dine-in movie theater in Penn Quarter with full food and drink service during films. Strict no-talking, no-texting policy for a premium cinema experience. Programs include classic films, quote-along screenings, cult movies, and new releases. Multiple screens including a state-of-the-art Dolby Atmos
Round Robin Bar (Willard InterContinental)
Round Robin Bar at Willard is the most historic bar in Washington, D.C., and offers classic cocktails and food menu.
Minibar by José Andrés
The creations combine art and science, as well as tradition and technique, to deliver an imaginative and progressive tasting menu, offered in a communal setting.
Nellie's Sports Bar
Eat, Drink, and Be Nellie! Home of Nellie's Drag Brunch and Bingo. DC's #1 Sports Bar
Sur La Table DC Cooking Classes
Join Sur La Table's cooking and culinary classes, taught by professional chefs. Whether online or in-store, enhance your cooking skills and create gourmet dishes today.
DC Food Tours — Capitol Hill
Guided food tours of Capitol Hill and Eastern Market neighborhood. 3-hour walking tours stopping at 5-7 local restaurants, food stalls, and specialty shops. Learn DC food history while tasting local specialties. Small groups (max 14 people). Weekend tours with advance booking. Great for foodies and
Bluejacket Brewery
Bluejacket is an award winning three-story microbrewery, restaurant & bar open daily on the corner of Tingey & 4th Street SE in the heart of the Navy Yard / Capitol Riverfront neighborhood of Washington, DC.
Maketto — Cambodian-Taiwanese Food Hall
Maketto is a communal marketplace located in Washington DC combining retail, restaurant and cafe experiences. Book a reservation or shop online today.
Rasika — West End
Award-winning modern Indian restaurant from acclaimed chef Vikram Sunderam. Multiple James Beard Award winner for Best Mid-Atlantic Chef. Known for the crispy palak chaat, sea bass, and innovative cocktail program. One of DC's most acclaimed restaurants. Reservations highly recommended.
Right Proper Brewing — Shaw
Award-winning craft brewery and restaurant in the Shaw/U Street area. Full kitchen serving elevated pub food alongside house-brewed beers. Local and seasonal ingredients. Family-friendly during daytime hours. Outdoor seating. Brewing operations visible from the dining room. Regular tap takeovers and
Mess Hall DC
Mess Hall was born out of need for affordable commercial kitchen space. Some call us a food incubator, a culinary accelerator, a startup studio. All true.
Old Ebbitt Grill
Established in 1856, Old Ebbitt Grill is Washington's oldest saloon, just steps from The White House and museums downtown.
Hill's Kitchen Cooking Classes
Explore high-quality kitchenware, cookware, bakeware, and essentials designed to make your kitchen a gathering place. Shop, attend classes, and join our community.
Common Good City Farm
<p>Common Good City Farm (CGCF) is a place where community members can source fresh food, see sustainable urban agriculture in action, and gain exposure to concepts and skills to lead healthy lives. Our mission is to create a vibrant, informed, and well-nourished community through urban farming. We
Tastemakers Food Hall
Food hall near the Convention Center featuring diverse cuisines from local chefs. Quick-serve format with communal seating. Open Mon-Fri 11am-8pm, Sat 11am-6pm.
Bossa Bistro & Lounge
Brazilian-inspired music venue and lounge in Adams Morgan featuring live bossa nova, samba, jazz, and Latin music. Brazilian food and cocktails. Live music Thursday through Saturday evenings. Authentic Brazilian atmosphere with cozy interior and great cocktail program. One of DC's most unique live m
The Gibson DC
DC's original speakeasy-concept cocktail bar, opened 2009 with a hidden entrance and reservation-required format. Expert bartenders craft seasonal menus using house-made bitters, infusions, and rare spirits. Intimate, low-lit space that helped define DC's craft cocktail movement. Reservations requir
Nationals Park — Washington Nationals
State-of-the-art MLB stadium on the DC Waterfront. Home of the Washington Nationals baseball team. Capacity 41,000. Features wide concourses, local food vendors, Left Field Rooftop and Bullpen bar. Family-friendly with kids' zones. Red Line metro to Navy Yard station. Spring-Fall season.
Union Market DC
Union Market District in Washington, DC is a thriving historic neighborhood gathering place that unifies the community. Explore the best places to go in DC and experience the authentic soul of the city.
Off the Record (Hay-Adams Hotel)
Discover Off The Record, an upscale hotel bar serving an inspired menu and a superb wine selection at The Hay-Adams in Washington DC. Book a table.
DC Tasting Tours
Georgetown and Foggy Bottom neighborhood food and culture tours. Small group guided walks covering DC's most historic and delicious neighborhoods. Tour operators have deep knowledge of local restaurant scene, architecture, and history. Evening bar crawl and morning brunch tour options available.
Eastern Market — South Hall
DC's beloved historic public market on Capitol Hill, rebuilt after a 2007 fire. The South Hall building hosts weekend farmers market vendors with fresh produce, meats, cheeses, flowers, and specialty foods. The Market Lunch diner inside is legendary for blue-buck pancakes and crab cakes. Open Tuesda
Georgetown Waterfront Park
Beautiful riverside park along the Potomac in Georgetown. Manicured lawn, fountains, and benches with views of the Key Bridge and Roosevelt Island. Popular for picnicking, jogging, and watching sunset over the river. Ice skating rink in winter. Food trucks on weekends. Adjacent to Georgetown restaur
Urban Axes DC
Axe throwing entertainment venue at The Wharf waterfront development. WATL-sanctioned lanes, group bookings, birthday parties, and date nights. Licensed coaching staff. Craft beer selection and food options nearby.
Zest Cooking Classes DC
H Street cooking studio offering hands-on classes in global cuisines including Thai, Mexican, Indian, and French. Small intimate groups with professional chef instructors. Weekend brunch classes, weeknight dinner classes, and private event bookings. BYOB-friendly atmosphere with great cocktail pairi
Magic Ground
Castle-themed indoor playground in Columbia Heights with toddler cave, arts and crafts area, building zone, educational computer games, and a casual restaurant with coffee lounge. Designed for kids ages 1-10. Birthday party packages available. Open Mon-Fri 9:30am-6pm, Sat-Sun 9am-6pm.
Sur La Table — DC Classes
Join Sur La Table's cooking and culinary classes, taught by professional chefs. Whether online or in-store, enhance your cooking skills and create gourmet dishes today.
Union Stage
500-capacity intimate music venue and bar at The Wharf waterfront development. Great for up-and-coming and mid-tier touring acts. Full bar service and excellent sightlines. Adjoins Union Market DC food hall. Regular 18+ and all-ages shows. One of DC's best intimate concert experiences.
Western Market
Foggy Bottom food hall with curated restaurant stalls, bar, and communal dining. Near George Washington University. Diverse options from BBQ to sushi to salads. Open Mon-Sat 11am-10pm, Sun 11am-8pm.
Reren Karaoke
Private karaoke rooms in the U Street Corridor. Reserve a room for groups of 2-20 people. Song selection in English, Korean, Japanese, Chinese, and Spanish. Hourly rates with drink and food service. No cover for the bar — private rooms require booking. Open until 4am on weekends.
Vinoteca
U Street corridor wine bar with 300+ wine selections, weekend brunch, and small plates inspired by European wine regions. Warm neighborhood atmosphere with regular wine education events and tastings. Popular for happy hour.
Glen's Garden Market
Neighborhood market and bar in Dupont Circle focused on mid-Atlantic products. 20+ taps of regional craft beers, natural wines, and local spirits. Light food menu featuring local ingredients. Community-minded space with events, pop-ups, and partnerships with local farms. Beautiful small plates.
UDC Center for Urban Agriculture
The Center for Urban Agriculture and Gardening Education advances sustainable farming techniques to improve food and water security through research and education.
City Ridge Rooftop
City Ridge has luxury apartments for rent in northwest Washington DC, DC's first Wegman's, and amazing amenities. Contact us today and see how spectacular life can be.
Columbia Room
James Beard Award-winning cocktail destination in Blagden Alley with three distinct drinking experiences: the Punch Garden, the Spirits Library, and the intimate Tasting Room. Each room offers a different craft cocktail journey using rare spirits and house preparations. Reservations required for the
Buffalo Billiards
Dupont Circle billiards bar with 22 pool tables, shuffleboard, darts, and ping pong. Full bar and food menu. Happy hour specials. Open daily, late nights on weekends.
Passport DC — Around the World in a Weekend
Annual May event where Washington DC's embassies open their doors to the public. Cultural performances, food samples, traditional dress demonstrations, and special access to embassy buildings normally closed to visitors. Free admission to most embassies. One of DC's most unique cultural experiences.
Capital Bocce
Indoor bocce ball venue with multiple courts for leagues, private events, and walk-in play. Full bar and food menu. Corporate event packages. Waterfront neighborhood near Navy Yard. Leagues run weekly for both beginners and experienced players. One of DC's most fun group activity venues.
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