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1. Muoi Tieu
4.8
Exceptional(24)
Price: Moderate
• Vietnamese • Silver Spring
Booked 4 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.
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2. Centrolina
4.7
Exceptional(2169)
Price: Very Expensive
• Italian • Penn Quarter
Booked 14 times today
Centrolina is an Italian restaurant and market, locally owned and operated by Chef Amy Brandwein, set in Washington’s CityCenterDC development. The Osteria showcases a seasonally driven menu of authentic and innovative Italian dishes offered for lunch and dinner. Chef Brandwein's menu is inspired from the seasons, Italian regionality and the wide variety of Chef curated product in the adjoining market. The market showcases a selection of imported Italian specialty items along with locally sourced meat, sustainable fish, and produce from local farms. The Centrolina kitchen produces daily hand crafted fresh pasta and sauces, antipasti and entrees available for takeaway. For parties of 7 people or more, we do require a prix-fixe menu, please email caroline@centrolinadc.com for additional information.
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3. Mazi
4.6
Exceptional(744)
Price: Expensive
• American • Downtown
Booked 4 times today
Creative New American Cuisine influenced and inspired by Greek and Mediterranean recipes and flavors.
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4. Station 4
4.1
Excellent(3837)
Price: Moderate
• Contemporary American • Waterfront
Booked 30 times today
Discover Station 4 Restaurant, an oasis of creative cuisine nestled in the heart of Washington, DC. Just a block away from the Arena Stage and steps from the Wharf and Waterfront Metro Station/Green Line, our swanky setting offers the perfect atmosphere for your special foodie experience, date night, celebrations, birthdays, and more.Springtime at Station 4 is an unforgettable experience with our refreshing spring menu, vibrant seasonal cocktails, and enchanting Garden Room and patio. Revel in the delightful ambiance while enjoying Modern American and Creative New American dishes crafted with passion and flair.Since 2011, Station 4 has been a cornerstone of the thriving SW development, delighting guests with our commitment to exceptional service and culinary excellence. Join us for lunch, dinner, brunch, or happy hour and let us make your visit truly triumphant.We love your special request! So feel free to contact us directly!
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5. Paraiso
4.6
Exceptional(206)
Price: Expensive
• Mexican • Capitol Hill
Booked 13 times today
Paraiso is a creative cuisine inspired by the streets and home kitchens of Mexico, offering an innovative and interesting twist on traditional Mexican dishes. Reviewers praise the 'amazing, creative Mexican dishes' and 'different and delicious spin on tacos and guacamole'. The menu is described as 'upscale Mexican not TexMex' and the restaurant offers 'a fabulous experience' with 'excellent food and service'.
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6. Masala Art DC (Tenleytown)
4.8
Exceptional(1144)
Price: Moderate
• Contemporary Indian • Tenleytown
Booked 2 times today
'Too much is so good, you can't stop eating it. The tandoor-baked breads are not mere swabs for sauce but could be eaten, and enjoyed, on their own; the naan with cilantro and rock salt is terrific, as is the kulcha richly stuffed with minced lamb. Masala Art offers combinations you don't see often around here, but even its more familiar dishes can be revelations. Consider its samosas. They're flakier than a lot of the competition, and their filling of peas, potatoes and sweet raisins tastes fresher, too. A burst of cardamom in every bite helps. In the same vein, soft logs of minced lamb pulse with heat from jalapeno peppers, a shock offset with breezy mint. Pureed spinach is a vibrant green, flecked with corn and rich with garlic...' - WashingtonPost.com
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7. Anthem at Marriott Marquis DC
4.6
Exceptional(95)
Price: Moderate
• American • Downtown
Booked 1 time today
Experience Americana with a modern twist. Creative cuisine from locally-sourced ingredients is the high note of Anthem, a vibrant urban café at Marriott Marquis Washington, DC. Executive chef Frederic Barasse applies culinary artistry from his previous position at The Ritz-Carlton, Tysons Corner to provide upscale versions of American diner classics. Experience farm to table quality in a classically styled venue at Washington, DC’s Anthem.
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  • Jackie
    Washington, D.C. Area •4 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 3 days ago
    The Valentine's Day brunch was delicious, and the menu provided a variety of options for Valentine’s Day including a generous array egg-based item. We had chicken alfredo pasta and salmon salad. The pasta was at temperature and the salmon was cooked to perfection.
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    Station 4Price: Moderate• Contemporary American• Waterfront
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    4.1
  • Christopher
    Seattle / Eastern Washington •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 3 days ago
    This is our favorite restaurant in DC. We can dress up if we want to cathedral or be more casual if after a cozy evening. The food and drinks are always incredible. Can't recommend this place enough.
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    ParaisoPrice: Expensive• Mexican• Capitol Hill
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    4.6
  • Devante
    San Diego •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 4 days ago
    Highly recommended for a date night, everything was on point
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    MaziPrice: Expensive• American• Downtown
    •
    4.6
  • NellVIP
    Washington, D.C. Area •46 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 6 days ago
    Our dinner on February 11 was excellent - escarole salad and sea bream crudo, and bucatini and squab breast. All the staff, from the host on down, were cordial and helpful, and our server, Adriana was delightful. We look forward to joining you again in the near future.
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    CentrolinaPrice: Very Expensive• Italian• Penn Quarter
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    4.7
  • Susan
    Washington, D.C. Area •4 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on 9 Feb 2025
    Another exceptional meal shared by omnivores and vegans. Best vegan pho anywhere. The Vietnamese salad (vegan) is totally addictive. The Viet steak is our favorite steak anywhere. Cheerful ambience in the winter cold, with great soundtrack. Our favorite local place.
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    Muoi TieuPrice: Moderate• Vietnamese• Silver Spring
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    4.8

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