Best Restaurants for Anniversaries in Waterfront

12 restaurants available nearby

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1. Filomena Ristorante

4.8

Exceptional(17053)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Georgetown

Booked 96 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!

2. Iron Gate

4.6

Exceptional(2987)

Price: Very Expensive

• Mediterranean • Dupont Circle

Booked 10 times today

Iron Gate, located near Dupont Circle, stands as one of the district’s oldest continuously operating restaurants and is split between a sumptuous dining room, a wisteria covered patio and a handsomely enclosed carriageway that houses the bar.Chef Anthony Chittum, a native of Maryland’s Eastern Shore, and his team have revitalized the space with a menu that takes inspiration for the cuisines of Greece, Sicily, Sardinian and Southern Italy, interpreting those traditions and techniques using the finest products and seasonal ingredients of the Mid-Atlantic.Iron Gate also serves as an idyllic oasis for fine private events both large and small, so please consider us when planning your next fête, we'd love to have you as our guests.

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3. The Capital Grille - Washington DC

4.8

Exceptional(4859)

Price: Very Expensive

• Steakhouse • Capitol Hill

Booked 55 times today

Make it a day to remember. From birthdays and anniversaries to professional milestones, we aim to make every gathering special at The Capital Grille. Open seven days a week, The Capital Grille is best known for our expertly prepared steaks, which are dry aged in house for 18 to 24 days and then hand-cut by our restaurant's on-premise butcher. The Capital Grille's wine list features more than 350 selections, and its floor-to-ceiling wine kiosk regularly houses 3,500 - 5,000 bottles. Reservations are recommended but not required. For more information, please visit our website. We look forward to delighting you.

4. Landini Brothers

4.6

Exceptional(4196)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Alexandria

Booked 26 times today

Franco and Noe Landini are the proud hosts of Landini Brothers restaurant. Located in the heart of Old Town Alexandria, and close to the Potomac River, Landini Brothers is a well-established landmark in Northern Virginia. It has been serving northern Italian food in the traditional Tuscan style since it opened in 1976. Franco's annual visits to his family and friends in Tuscany provide him with ample opportunity to learn about the latest advances in Tuscan cuisine—knowledge he brings home for the dining pleasure of restaurant guests. Come join us for brunch! Sunday at 11:30am to 3:00pm.

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5. Del Frisco's Double Eagle Steakhouse - DC

4.5

Awesome(4139)

Price: Very Expensive

• Steakhouse • Downtown

Booked 37 times today

Del Frisco's Double Eagle Steakhouse embodies the rich tradition of the classic American steakhouse, serving USDA Prime Beef, fresh seafood and premium wines from our award-winning wine selection.

6. Cranes

4.7

Exceptional(300)

Price: Expensive

• Spanish • Penn Quarter

Booked 1 time today

Explore the intersections of Spanish and Japanese cuisine at Cranes, a restaurant and sake lounge by chef Pepe Moncayo. Chef Pepe’s contemporary dishes spotlight the similarities he has found with the ingredients, techniques and culinary viewpoints of Japan and Spain. From cooking style to ingredient and flavor combinations, his Spanish Kaiseki is a natural cultural and culinary marriage. The design of the 12,000 square foot restaurant space includes a beautifully striking bar, large sake lounge, raised dining area, open kitchen, and private dining room suitable for 30 guests. The sleek, modern, yet approachable space draws on the chef’s Spanish and Japanese influences. Bright polished metals and thoughtfully placed wood elements layer amongst dark textures and dramatic lighting.

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7. Chart House Restaurant - Alexandria

4.1

Excellent(10960)

Price: Moderate

• Seafood • Alexandria

Booked 23 times today

Chart House Restaurant in Alexandria is a favorite for anniversary celebrations. Reviews show customers appreciate the special touches, like customized menus and a warm welcome. As one reviewer noted, 'the personal touches were tremendous and made for a memorable evening.' The stunning seafood and steak dishes are also highly praised. The combination of excellent food, warm service, and spectacular views make Chart House a perfect choice for any special occasion.

8. Equinox - DC

4.5

Awesome(3432)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Downtown

Booked 3 times today

Equinox on 19th has an upscale casual, crisp, atmosphere that firmly establishes a city chic decor. We are excited to offer you a regional, seasonal dining experience by a five-time James Beard Award nominee for Best Chef, Mid-Atlantic, Chef Todd Gray. We specialize in seasonal fine dining, plant-based, and vegetable-forward cuisine. Check out our beautiful brick fireplace room that looks onto 19th Street with soaring floor-to-ceiling windows for a perfect view. Our ample bar seats over 40 and is ideal for a beverage before dinner. Our lime-washed brick walls evoke a classic DC townhouse. Our vibe is friendly & upscale casual; our food is celebrated for all dining styles, from gluten-free and plant-based to locally farmed produce. If you have any dietary restrictions, please let us know when making your reservation and we will do our best to accommodate your needs. Located at 900 19th St NW, just a few blocks from our previous location.

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9. Bodega Spanish Tapas & Lounge

4.5

Awesome(1609)

Price: Moderate

• Spanish • Georgetown

Booked 7 times today

Located in the Heart of Georgetown, Bodega Spanish Tapas and Lounge makes a dramatic design statement with its hammered-copper bars, boldly patterned red-and-black walls, and tables set in intimate alcoves perfect for sharing moderately priced authentic Spanish tapas, traditional paellas and sangria. Don't miss our stylish "Matador Lounge" for dining and cocktails, with an arresting mural of a bullfight arena and opens up to a charming fountain patio - making it a perfect venue for private parties. For corporate lunches, first dates or any other occasion, our guests cannot help but feel transported to the breath-taking Costa del Sol.

10. Bastille

4.7

Exceptional(3053)

Price: Expensive

• French • Alexandria

Booked 5 times today

Bastille Brasserie & Bar is located at the corner of North Fayette & Pendleton Street in Alexandria VA.Chefs Christophe & Michelle Poteaux's award winning restaurant & bar, located in Old Town Alexandria, has continuously offered guests fresh takes on classic French cuisine, all within our quaint neighborhood brasserie.Our creations are rooted in the use of seasonal, locally sourced and farm fresh ingredients. Our passion for French food, wine & culture is what we celebrate daily with all of Alexandria & the DMV. Enjoy our casual atmosphere in one of our dining rooms, in our Bar-Café, or at one of our outdoor tables; where locals and travelers love to relax.We thank you for giving us a visit & we hope you’ll return, hungry for more.VIVE LA FRANCE!!!

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Aimeevip
Washington, D.C. Area •3 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
We had a GORGEOUS dinner with my in-laws the night before Thanksgiving. We've heard great things about Iron Gate, but truly everything from the service, to the items we ordered (and multiple little extras the chef sent out) were extraordinary. The chocolate dessert, we all agreed, was one of the best of our lives. Truly a hospitality-driven experience and we can't wait for an excuse to head back.
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Iron GatePrice: Very Expensive• Mediterranean• Dupont Circle
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4.6
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Lucy
Washington, D.C. Area •7 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Filomena does not disappoint! Always perfectly cooked pasta, chicken and seafood. The place is already decorated for Christmas which makes it quite an experience with a polar bear dressed in his best and Santa not to mention all the streamers and stuff hanging from the ceiling. No place like it. Only downside is they fill the place up and it gets tight and warm down in that basement. A must for any trip to DC and Georgetown!
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Filomena RistorantePrice: Expensive• Italian• Georgetown
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4.8
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Madhav
London •6 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
Fantastic restaurant. The calamari is simply superb as well as the dry aged rib eye
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Del Frisco's Double Eagle Steakhouse - DCPrice: Very Expensive• Steakhouse• Downtown
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4.5
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Larryvip
Washington, D.C. Area •1 review
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
We celebrated a birthday lunch with friends and everything was great—food, service,value—and even a birthday table setting! Great day!
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Landini BrothersPrice: Expensive• Italian• Alexandria
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4.6
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Jimvip
Philadelphia County •55 reviews
5.0
Dined on 20 Nov 2024
This is “the place” to eat in DC - amidst the power brokers of industry & government -the atmosphere is clubby and the service impeccable. The steaks are absolutely delicious cooked to perfection and accompanied by delectable sides, like their signature creamed spinach. The Boston Clam Chowder was simply the best I’ve ever had and my filet was tender and really scrumptious
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The Capital Grille - Washington DCPrice: Very Expensive• Steakhouse• Capitol Hill
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4.8

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12 restaurants available nearby

1. Filomena Ristorante

2. Iron Gate

3. The Capital Grille - Washington DC

4. Landini Brothers

5. Del Frisco's Double Eagle Steakhouse - DC

6. Cranes

7. Chart House Restaurant - Alexandria

8. Equinox - DC

9. Bodega Spanish Tapas & Lounge

10. Bastille

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