Best Authentic Restaurants in College Park

131 restaurants available nearby

1. Huncho House

4.5

Price: Very Expensive

• Fusion / Eclectic • Hyattsville

Booked 31 times today

Huncho House is an authentic fusion/eclectic restaurant because of its unique dining experience, as per the reviews. It's described as having an intimate, elegant ambiance with the option of a chef's table. The food is praised for its detailed preparation, and the service is noted for being knowledgeable and professional. The restaurant's dedication to reservations-only, exclusivity, and attention to details is also a testament to its authenticity.

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2. The Society Restaurant & Lounge

4.5

Awesome(600)

Price: Moderate

• Contemporary American • Silver Spring

Booked 19 times today

CARRYOUT SERVICES continue to be available: WWW.SOCIETYSS.COM 301-565-8864Our cuisine combines classic American fare with authentic Caribbean flavors. Special menu features include Caribbean Jerk Chicken, Red Snapper, and Homemade Bread Pudding. At The Society Restaurant & Lounge, we are inspired by our deep love of people, community, and hearty food. We celebrate the achievements of past and present influences and promote collective involvement to advance our local community. Come and grab a drink. Stay for dinner. We welcome you to experience the best of who we are, where we go, and what we eat. Ask us about our corporate happy hour specials and birthday party packages.

3. Muoi Tieu

4.7

Exceptional(20)

Price: Moderate

• Vietnamese • Silver Spring

Booked 2 times today

Open Mon/Thurs/Fri/Sat/Sun, closed Tues/Wed. Muoi Tieu is a cozy family-run Vietnamese restaurant and market in the heart of Takoma Park, Maryland, with a small but carefully curated menu that offers a combination of popular Vietnamese dishes (e.g., pho, spring rolls) and less common home-style dishes (e.g., braised pork belly, pan-fried fish with ginger nuoc cham) with plenty of gluten-free and vegan options. Our small market also offers a variety of common Vietnamese condiments, pantry items, and Asian snacks. Like our name, which means "salt and pepper" in Vietnamese, our concept is simple: we want to bring classic, savory Vietnamese food to our community.

4. Zaytinya - DC

4.7

Exceptional(19383)

Price: Expensive

• Mediterranean • Penn Quarter

Booked 325 times today

Under the direction of celebrated chef José Andrés and concept chef Michael Costa, Zaytinya offers an innovative mezze menu inspired by Turkish, Greek, and Lebanese cuisines served up in a sleek and modern setting. Building on Jose’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, DC.

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5. Filomena Ristorante

4.8

Exceptional(17163)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Georgetown

Booked 184 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!

6. Olio e Più - DC

4.4

Awesome(179)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Washington

Booked 93 times today

Located at 699 14th Street on the coveted corner of 14th and G Street NW, OLIO E PIÙ, is situated on the most high-profile street in Washington D.C., just one block away from the White House, bringing Italian tradition and a true sense of Mediterranean liveliness to the Penn Quarter. As an authentic trattoria, its cuisine is based on classic Italian dishes. As you dine at OLIO E PIÙ, you’ll be transported not just by the flavors of Italy but also by the authentic atmosphere that surrounds you. Here, the spirit of 1970s Italian elegance lives on, and every meal is a celebration of life, love, and the joy of shared moments. OLIO E PIÙ is more than just a restaurant; it’s a portal to a different time and place, where the essence of Italy’s rich culinary and cultural heritage is captured in every detail.

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7. La Grande Boucherie - DC

4.4

Awesome(1302)

Price: Very Expensive

• French • Washington

Booked 139 times today

Located at 699 14th Street on the coveted corner of 14th and G Street NW, La Grande Boucherie is situated on the most high-profile street in Washington D.C., just one block away from the White House. The restaurant is built in elegant and ornamental Art Nouveau style, evoking the sense of optimism from the turn of the 20th century. The brasserie’s menu features both classic and modern French dishes, with focus on the meat program, raw bar and extravagant large-format meats, ideal for sharing and celebrating. Mahogany wood and glass partitions divide the gargantuan space to create intimate dining experiences. These pieces are adorned in gilded accents and uniquely curved arches inspired by the 20th-century Art Nouveau movement of Paris. The main dining room highlights a massive curved bar with a metal top imported from Paris, a signature piece of Boucherie.

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8. Caruso's Grocery - DC

4.8

Exceptional(1178)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Capitol Hill

Booked 50 times today

Please note that we are not offering Restaurant Week at our DC location. Located at 914 14th Street SE in Washington, DC.Caruso’s Grocery is modeled after the classic, Italian-American "red sauce" joint. You know the one: red banquettes, a killer chicken parmesan, Sinatra pouring through the speakers. If you’re looking for modern interpretations of a chef's take on the classics, you won’t find them here. A joint venture from Neighborhood Restaurant Group and Partner Matthew Adler.

9. dLeña

4.7

Exceptional(2000)

Price: Expensive

• Latin American • Mount Vernon Square

Booked 76 times today

Welcome to dLeña, a Wood-Fire Mexican Cocina & Mezcaleria by Chef Richard Sandoval.dLeña is derived from the Spanish word “leña,” meaning firewood. The restaurant is centered around it’s wood-burning grill - a nod to the rustic open-fire cooking techniques of Mexico’s past. The menu transports diners to Mexico through a multi-sensory experience in every bite of the signature smoked entrées, fresh ceviches, and unique sharing plates. The expansive bar features hand-crafted margaritas, Latin cocktails, cervezas and vino. CHEF'S TABLE EXPERIENCE:Book an exclusive dining experience at our chef’s table tucked behind the main bar facing into the open kitchen. Chef will prepare eight courses for 160.00 per guest, with an optional beverage pairing for 75.00 per guest. Please visit our Chef's Table OpenTable page to book:https://www.opentable.com/r/dlena-chef-table-washington

10. Succotash PRIME

4.6

Exceptional(3921)

Price: Moderate

• American • Penn Quarter

Booked 92 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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Pamela
Washington, D.C. Area •3 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
From the point of arrival throughout the entire dining experience, everything was perfect! The House manager sat us promptly and offered complimentary champagne. The food was amazing, and our waitress was awesome- she was professional, knowledgeable, offered great recommendations, and was attentive throughout the evening. We tried 4 different appetizers and different entrees. Everyone enjoyed their food and the ambiance with music in the background made it a great experience! A $600+ bill- would gladly do it again! You definitely get what you pay for here.
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Huncho HousePrice: Very Expensive• Fusion / Eclectic• Hyattsville
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4.5
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SteveVIP
Washington, D.C. Area •32 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
I’m always amazed at the consistency and high level experience at Zaytinya. We had the lunch tasting menu. Probably a total of 15 small plates. All were delicious and creative. Service and timing also impeccable.
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Zaytinya - DCPrice: Expensive• Mediterranean• Penn Quarter
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4.7
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Cara
New York City •1 review
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
Great atmosphere and delicious food! Almost canceled our 9:30 pm reservation but so glad we didn’t. The place was packed but the service was efficient. We had both kinds of gnocchi, vegetable frites, Caesar salad and fusilli with three kinds of meat- it was all excellent!
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Filomena RistorantePrice: Expensive• Italian• Georgetown
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4.8
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Emily
Washington, D.C. Area •4 reviews
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
We love this place! Delicious food, good service, and welcoming vibes. Our go-to neighborhood gem!
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Muoi TieuPrice: Moderate• Vietnamese• Silver Spring
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4.7
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Aries
Baltimore / Maryland •3 reviews
5.0
Dined on 26 Oct 2024
It was my first time there with my friend and we really enjoyed ourselves. We opted to sit in the restaurant area and the music was nice. Definitely snapping and singing along. The staff was very friendly, and attentive to our needs. Our server Christopher was amazing. He gave us great suggestions on appetizers and entree selections and they were perfect. Get the Grand Marnier wings and the oxtail dinner. The rum cake did not appoint. I had the hands on your knees drink and it was good. Stop thinking about it and go.
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The Society Restaurant & LoungePrice: Moderate• Contemporary American• Silver Spring
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4.5

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131 restaurants available nearby

1. Huncho House

2. The Society Restaurant & Lounge

3. Muoi Tieu

4. Zaytinya - DC

5. Filomena Ristorante

6. Olio e Più - DC

7. La Grande Boucherie - DC

8. Caruso's Grocery - DC

9. dLeña

10. Succotash PRIME

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