Best Restaurants for Quiet Conversation in Silver Spring

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AmericanItalianSteakhouseFrenchIndianGreek

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District of ColumbiaMaryland - DC SuburbsVirginia - DC Suburbs

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Adams MorganArlingtonBethesdaCapitol HillCleveland ParkDowntown

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CharmingFancyGood for business mealsGood for groupsGood for special occasionsGreat for brunch

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22 restaurants available nearby

1. 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!

2. La Piquette

4.8

Exceptional(3016)

€€€€Price: Expensive

• French • Cleveland Park

Booked 30 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.

A photo of Coopers Mill at Bethesda restaurant

3. Coopers Mill at Bethesda

4.0

Excellent(138)

€€€€Price: Moderate

• American • Bethesda

Booked 2 times today

Fuel up at Cooper's Mill for a great day of sightseeing or exploring Bethesda, Marriott. Also, join us during the evening to enjoy fresh dishes with a broad selection of fine wines to sip and savor.

A photo of Masala Art DC (Tenleytown) restaurant

4. Masala Art DC (Tenleytown)

4.9

Exceptional(1149)

€€€€Price: Moderate

• Contemporary Indian • Tenleytown

Booked 1 time 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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5. Kingbird at The Watergate Hotel

4.2

Awesome(2286)

€€€€Price: Expensive

• Steakhouse • Foggy Bottom

Booked 33 times today

We are offering breakfast weekdays from 7am-10:30am and lunch from 11:30am-2pm. Our Kingbird Bar hour from 2pm-9pm Tuesday through Fridays. Weekends, we are offering Brunch on Sundays from 11am to 2pm. Join us for High Tea on Saturday & Sunday 1pm-2:30pm. We require all High Tea reservations to be pre-paid, to make a reservation for High Tea please select the Spill the Tea Experience. For children under 12 please email dining@thewatergatehotel.com. We are located within The Watergate Hotel, our elegant yet contemporary restaurant features fine dining with fresh, seasonal ingredients. Valet Parking is $15 for dining.

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6. Lafayette Restaurant

4.8

Exceptional(1629)

€€€€Price: Expensive

• American • Downtown

Booked 26 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.

7. Tabard Inn

4.7

Exceptional(3862)

€€€€Price: Moderate

• Contemporary American • Dupont Circle

Booked 48 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.

8. La Tomate

4.7

Exceptional(1417)

€€€€Price: Expensive

• Italian • Dupont Circle

Booked 26 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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9. Mazaro Italian Restaurant

4.4

Awesome(367)

€€€€Price: Moderate

• Italian • Arlington

Booked 17 times today

A new Modern Italian Restaurant that will offer classic Italian cuisine and Neapolitan pizza baked in specialized, Wood-fired oven imported from Italy

10. Green Pig Bistro

4.3

Awesome(1669)

€€€€Price: Moderate

• American • Arlington

Booked 58 times today

Green Pig Bistro (GPB) serves up classic, rustic French cooking with a decidedly American push. GPB embraces a seasonal menu of hearty entrées, sourcing most ingredients locally to satisfy the palate & support the local community. It has a casual setting with a lively and energetic vibe and delicious farm-to-table food prepared in an open kitchen alongside unique craft cocktails & beer and an extensive, thoughtfully curated wine list.GPB is open for Happy Hour every day from 4pm-6pm, Dinner every day from 5pm-close, and Brunch on Saturday and Sunday from 10am-2:30pm. Reservations highly encouraged. Reservations not accepted for Happy Hour - just stop in.We look forward to welcoming you!

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JacquelineVIP
St. Louis •1 review
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Wonderful meal, friendly service and energetic ambience
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La PiquettePrice: Expensive• French• Cleveland Park
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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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peterVIP
Washington, D.C. Area •23 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Great place for a small or large group. Ours was a party of 12 and we had to get back to work. They managed to take care of us in plenty of time and the food was delicious! Will definitely go back.
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Masala Art DC (Tenleytown)Price: Moderate• Contemporary Indian• Tenleytown
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4.9
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Teba
Washington, D.C. Area •27 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
Always great menu choices and excellent customer service! Great vibes and beautiful interior architecture!
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Kingbird at The Watergate HotelPrice: Expensive• Steakhouse• Foggy Bottom
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4.2
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Suzanne
Washington, D.C. Area •3 reviews
4.0
Dined on 12 Jan 2025
Very fresh and well-prepared. Nice presentation. Good portions.
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Coopers Mill at BethesdaPrice: Moderate• American• Bethesda
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