Best Restaurants for Quiet Conversation in Greenbelt

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AmericanItalianFrenchIndianGreekNepalese

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District of ColumbiaMaryland - DC Suburbs

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Adams MorganBethesdaCapitol HillCleveland ParkDowntownDupont Circle

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14 restaurants available nearby

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1. Lafayette Restaurant

4.8

Exceptional(1629)

€€€€Price: Expensive

• American • Downtown

Booked 27 times today

Washington’s destination for power dining, the Lafayette Restaurant serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. With large windows opening onto Lafayette Park and the White House, this sun-lit dining room is one of the most elegant settings in the capital and is certain to complement any dining experience.

2. Persimmon

4.8

Exceptional(2958)

€€€€Price: Expensive

• American • Bethesda

Booked 24 times today

Persimmon is a beloved neighborhood bistro offering up unforgettable favorites! Bring an appetite for great food & wine!Let's Gather & Eat!

3. Tabard Inn

4.7

Exceptional(3862)

€€€€Price: Moderate

• Contemporary American • Dupont Circle

Booked 47 times today

Since our early days as a tea room, we’ve been a respite for locals and visitors alike, offering a haven for conversation and memorable cuisine. The tradition continues as our culinary team has curated an inventive and elevated menu through New American cuisine while paying homage to the beloved dishes that have been served at the Tabard Inn for years. Executive Chef Matthew Zafrir came to the Tabard in 2023, bringing with him experience from various fine dining restaurants around D.C. such as minibar by José Andrés, Cranes, Revelers Hour, as well as Woodberry Kitchen in Baltimore, MD. He also shares the Tabard's longstanding commitment to sourcing ingredients locally. Join us for a meal on our covered patio or one of our intimate dining rooms. Or enjoy drinks and light fare in our historic fireplace lounge, where you can enjoy our creative cocktails! A DC institution since 1922, we look forward to offering our guests all the comforts of a home away from home.

4. La Tomate

4.7

Exceptional(1417)

€€€€Price: Expensive

• Italian • Dupont Circle

Booked 28 times today

Since 1987, La Tomate has been Dupont Circle's neighborhood bistro, featuring affordable regional Italian cuisine in a warm ambiance. A window-clad bar and dining room offer charming avenue views onto Connecticut avenue. Enjoy an extended season of “al fresco” dining on our lush outdoor patio. We are committed to providing quality service and excellent food in a warm and friendly atmosphere. We invite you to join us for breakfast a casual lunch, happy hour, dinner, weekend brunch or group events.

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5. Bistrot Lepic & Wine Bar

4.8

Exceptional(2672)

€€€€Price: Expensive

• French • Georgetown

Booked 18 times today

Dear guests,Now open for Lunch, Brunch and Dinner from Tuesday to Sunday for dining in, carry-outs and delivery through Door-Dash and UberEats.Celebrating its 30th year Anniversary, this Grand Little restaurant is definitely part of Georgetown’s culinary landscape!We are offering classic, regional and contemporary French cuisine. At the Wine Bar, you will feel as comfortable and relaxed as you would in your home.For Jazz night, please request a table in the Wine Bar. The Jazz performances are every Wednesday nights, from 6pm to 9pm.In July, a 3% service fee will be added to all guest checks and will be used to cover the increasing server wages.This fee is not a tip.Visit our Sister Bistrot, La Piquette on 3714 Macomb Street Nw. in Cleveland Park - Tel: 202 686 2015 - info@lapiquettedc.com

6. La Piquette

4.8

Exceptional(3016)

€€€€Price: Expensive

• French • Cleveland Park

Booked 34 times today

Dear Guests,A neighborhood Bistrot located in Cleveland Park that stays faithful to its French roots offering the best French dishes on this side of the AtlanticExecutive Chef Francis Layrle prepares a daily menu with farm raised and seasonal fresh ingredients. The bar offers a carefully curated wine selection and house cocktails. La Piquette presents an authentic bistrot atmosphere the way it is meant to be: fun, simple and delicious.

7. Fred & Stilla

4.1

Excellent(119)

€€€€Price: Moderate

• International • Dupont Circle

Booked 2 times today

Discover the kind of place that connects people with the world through the power of food. It requires a flair for sharing one's own culture, and the empathetic understanding of the culture of another. Our fare, like our space, is simple and modern—letting the natural beauty of globally inspired comfort foods shine through—but plated to impress.At Fred and Stilla, peace meets style. Linger over bold pour over coffee until the last message in your inbox is finally cleared away. Settle into an inviting corner for an after-work drink that turns into dinner that turns back into drinksCheck out one of our many incredible events and experiences - https://www.fredandstilla.com/experiences/#!/

8. Mazi

4.6

Exceptional(748)

€€€€Price: Expensive

• American • Downtown

Booked 23 times today

Creative New American Cuisine influenced and inspired by Greek and Mediterranean recipes and flavors.

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9. Morrison-Clark Restaurant

4.4

Awesome(565)

€€€€Price: Expensive

• American • Downtown

Booked 1 time today

The Main Dining Room is highlighted by gilded mirrors, Italian marble fireplaces, and crystal chandeliers. The tantalizing cuisine is innovative and fresh, its style is regional American. The Morrison Clark Restaurant is consistently rated among Washington's finest. Experience the storied legacy of a 19th Century Victorian mansion, now a full-service hotel and restaurant, proud to be on the National Register of Historic Places.

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10. Himalayan Heritage Restaurant & Bar

4.3

Awesome(167)

€€€€Price: Moderate

• Indian • Adams Morgan

Booked 2 times today

Voted Best 100 Restaurants in DC - Washingtonian Magazine 2009 & 2010, and located in the heart of Adam Morgan, Himalayan Heritage Restaurant & Bar provides the perfect fusion of Nepalese and Indian cuisine. We serve only the freshest ingredients, choice meats, and a wide variety of vegetarian options, spiced just right and sure to please even the most discerning palette. Our personable and attentive staff will more than exceed your every expectation. We look forward to being of service, and seeing you at your next visit to Himalayan Heritage.

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D
Douglas
1 review
4.0
Dined 1 day ago
Storied location. Impeccably mannered staff at every level. Lunch meal was very good - but can’t give the cuisine five stars. Still so worth it to dine there.
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Lafayette RestaurantPrice: Expensive• American• Downtown
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4.8
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Hal
Washington, D.C. Area •63 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
This is clearly a restaurant administration that has trained its employees well. They also pay attention to requests and comments made online.
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PersimmonPrice: Expensive• American• Bethesda
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4.8
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Dennis
Baltimore / Maryland •9 reviews
4.0
Dined 3 days ago
Great service, but even better was the food. Staff was attentive, the wine list was great, and the food (ravioli) was amazing! Definitely will return.
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La TomatePrice: Expensive• Italian• Dupont Circle
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4.7
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OpenTable Diner
Washington, D.C. Area •1 review
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
Food was superb. Top notch. Sea bass and Duck Confit. Feather light Apple Pie.
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Bistrot Lepic & Wine BarPrice: Expensive• French• Georgetown
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4.8
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FredVIP
Washington, D.C. Area •10 reviews
5.0
Dined on 3 Mar 2025
Super great food, pleasant and warm staff, good live music, comfortable, cozy, sophisticated vibe.
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Tabard InnPrice: Moderate• Contemporary American• Dupont Circle
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4.7

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