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1. Bar Chinois
4.7
Exceptional(609)
Price: Moderate
• Chinese • Shaw
Booked 68 times today
Bar Chinois is recognized for its constantly-evolving Chinese menu and French-inspired cocktail and wine program. Recent accolades include being listed in the Michelin Dining Guide USA, the Washington Post Fall Dining Guide, Modern Luxury DC Best of the City and 2024 RAMMY Award Winner for Best Bar in DC.Located in Mount Vernon Triangle, Bar Chinois is a short walk from the Washington Convention Center, Capital One Arena, National Mall and Union Station. We offer happy hour specials Tuesday-Sunday from 5 pm-7 pm and a bottomless brunch on weekends.If you are looking for an energetic Washington, DC dining experience with great food, drink and service, we would love to host you!
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2. Tonari
4.6
Exceptional(320)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Penn Quarter
Booked 36 times today
Tonari is our Wafu Italian restaurant. WAFU means Japanese-style, so our menu is a Japanese take on Italian food. It originated in Japan through the love that the Japanese had for Italian food but wanted to incorporate some of their cultural flavors and ingredients to them. We at Daikaya Group and chef & owner, Katsuya Fukushima, are bringing this experience to you here in DC.Looking for some fun Japanese antipasti bites, one of a kind pasta dishes, or pizza that you won't find anywhere else in the city? Then come join us for dinner, we look forward to having you soon.
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3. Founding Farmers & Distillers DC: Chinatown
4.3
Awesome(10367)
Price: Moderate
• American • Mount Vernon Square
Booked 134 times today
Walking distance to many of DC’s historic landmarks, Founding Farmers & Distillers offers a diverse menu including dishes inspired by nearby Chinatown and cocktails featuring our in-house distillery, Founding Spirits. Open 365 days a year, our team is passionate about crafting dishes & drinks from scratch with high-quality ingredients from farmers and suppliers we know and trust. Join us for breakfast, lunch, dinner, weekday happy hour, decadent weekend Farmers Market Buffet Brunch, or grab a cup of house-roasted coffee and breakfast treat from our First Bake Cafe. Majority owned by American family farmers, including the more than 50,000 farmers of the North Dakota Farmers Union, our restaurant is guided by a very simple principal: we see and share everything Through The Eyes Of The Farmer.™ We actively care about our guests, our communities, the planet, and the next generation. This all comes together in our everyday
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4. RPM Italian - DC
4.7
Exceptional(4505)
Price: Very Expensive
• Italian • Mount Vernon Square
Booked 112 times today
Located in Washington, D.C.’s Mount Vernon neighborhood, RPM Italian is modern in approach and Italian in spirit and features a contemporary, chef­-driven menu with dishes meant to be shared. The sister restaurant to RPM Steak and RPM Seafood, RPM Italian marks the first collaboration between partners RJ, Jerrod and Molly
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5. Ottoman Taverna
4.7
Exceptional(1707)
Price: Moderate
• Turkish • Mount Vernon Square
Booked 26 times today
Ottoman Taverna provides flavors and dishes from the Turkish cuisine. Enjoy house made kebaps, dips, hot mezes, desserts and more at our Turkish restaurant. Ottoman Taverna has been awarded Michelin Bib Gourmand status since opening in 2017.
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6. DAIKAYA 2F THE IZAKAYA
4.5
Awesome(2124)
Price: Expensive
• Japanese • Penn Quarter
Booked 28 times today
DAIKAYA 2F THE IZAKAYA is a fun restaurant because of its unique Izakaya style, offering a diverse selection of bar offerings to accompany Japanese comfort food. The food is described as 'interesting', 'creative', and 'delicious', and the atmosphere is vibrant and energetic. One reviewer highlighted the 'great selection of cocktails and beer' and another appreciated the 'live music sets'. The restaurant is great for 'after work', 'before a big night out', or 'late-night bites with friends', indicating it's a fun place to hang out.
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7. dLeña - Chef Table
5.0
Exceptional(77)
Price: Very Expensive
• Contemporary Mexican • Mount Vernon Square
dLeña - Chef Table offers a unique and exciting experience with its signature chef's table tucked behind the main bar. The guests get a chance to engage with the chef, watch the food preparation, and receive a take-home surprise. The restaurant has been praised for its exquisite food, exceptional service, and the overall dining theater. Reviews highlight the delicious food, great service, and a delightful atmosphere, making it a must-visit place for a special dining experience.
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8. Mandu - K Street
4.7
Exceptional(667)
Price: Moderate
• Korean • Mount Vernon Square
Booked 7 times today
Mandu is so excited to invite you back into our home! We ask that you please review our updated policies before your reservation.We will now be offering limited tables on our patio along with limited tables inside in the dining room. Due to our limited tables to maintain a safe and comfortable environment guests will be given a 90 min window from the start of their reservation regardless of tardiness. Our patio is open based on weather and patio tables are non reservable. When the patio is open all patio tables are available on a first come first serve basis. We hope you are staying healthy and safe, and we look forward to hosting you!
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9. Momo
4.5
Awesome(57)
Price: Moderate
• Korean • Navy Yard
Booked 2 times today
Award Winning KOREAN FRIED CHICKEN Is fully open for Dine In.
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10. Founding Spirits Tour and Tasting
4.9
Exceptional(24)
Price: Moderate
• American • Mount Vernon Square
We’re excited to welcome you to experience a special sneak peek into our small-batch distilling process. You will get a behind the scenes look into our distillery, as well as enjoy a tasting of our spirits, a cocktail, and some delicious small bites.Please plan to arrive 10 minutes before your scheduled tour, and check in at the bar upon arrival. As Founding Spirits distillery is located within our Farmers & Distillers restaurant, we encourage you to join us for a meal in the main dining room before or after your hour tour and tasting. Please visit FarmersandDistillers.com for parking and metro information. If you need to cancel, please call us as soon as possible. Failure to cancel within 24 hours of your reservation will result in a full charge in the amount of your tour. We look forward to sharing our latest distilling adventures with you.Must be 21 or older with valid ID.
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  • Saniya
    Chicago / Illinois •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 1 day ago
    Tourist from Chicago and I was skeptic at first trying as the menu was not focused on “one” cuisine and it was all over the place and my my!!!! We tried the king pao dumping, corn bread, goat cheese burger and beef pot!!! I KID YOU NOT IT WAS BEYONG DELICIOUS. I wish they had a branch in Chicago too I would eat the dumplings everyday!!
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    Founding Farmers & Distillers DC: ChinatownPrice: Moderate• American• Mount Vernon Square
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    4.3
  • MariaVIP
    Asheville / Western North Carolina •21 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 1 day ago
    Always a memorable meal with outstanding service and a great wine selection. Our server Devon G was absolutely fantastic
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    RPM Italian - DCPrice: Very Expensive• Italian• Mount Vernon Square
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    4.7
  • Michelle
    Washington, D.C. Area •8 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 5 days ago
    Original flavors , delicious and surprisingly fast service. My favorite the pizza Detroit style really tasty and full of flavor, with a twist on the ingredients.
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    TonariPrice: Expensive• Italian• Penn Quarter
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    4.6
  • Aman
    Washington, D.C. Area •2 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 6 days ago
    great food, very fast service and good drinks. everything was very reasonably priced. Also happy hour is a must
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    Bar ChinoisPrice: Moderate• Chinese• Shaw
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    4.7
  • Joseph
    Washington, D.C. Area •2 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on 25 Dec 2024
    Ottoman Taverna in Washington, D.C., provided a memorable experience for my mom and me on Christmas Eve. We were treated to a wonderful prix fixe menu that perfectly captured the flavors and richness of Turkish cuisine. As someone who had never tried Turkish food before, my mom was pleasantly surprised by the variety and authenticity of the dishes. From savory appetizers to tender kebabs, each course was a delight. The ambiance was warm and inviting, making it the perfect setting for a special holiday meal. The service was attentive, and overall, it was a fantastic introduction to Turkish cuisine. Highly recommended!
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    Ottoman TavernaPrice: Moderate• Turkish• Mount Vernon Square
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    4.7

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