Best Open Kitchen Restaurants in Waterfront

30 restaurants available nearby

1. Open Kitchen

4.2

Price: Moderate

• Contemporary American • Falls Church

Open Kitchen is a contemporary American Bistro and Wine Bar passionate about making, eating, and sharing good food with our community. Our chefs source fresh ingredients to create familiar yet innovative seasonal dishes that are paired with a dynamic wine list. We are an elegantly casual restaurant that welcomes the everyday diner as well as special occasion gatherings. Open Kitchen also hosts custom-designed, interactive, and engaging private culinary events for corporate functions and social celebrations. Everything we do is a celebration of the kitchen and the table as a place to relax, unwind and share in the joy of food, wine, and community.

2. The Dabney

4.7

Exceptional(270)

Price: Very Expensive

• American • Shaw

Booked 21 times today

Located in historic Blagden Alley in D.C.'s Shaw neighborhood since 2015, The Dabney continues to pay tribute to the wonderful farmers, watermen, and purveyors of the mid-Atlantic region whom provide some of the best and most unique products in the country. We celebrate these ingredients by preparing them in a large wood burning hearth which is the centerpiece of our open kitchen. The current dining room experience is an 8-course tasting menu honoring the Mid-Atlantic's bounty. We offer an additional 3-course experience at our bar and bar area tables. Walk-in guests are welcome to enjoy the bar area as well.The Dabney has been awarded one Michelin star every year since 2017, James Beard Foundation Best Chef Mid-Atlantic for Chef Jeremiah Langhorne in 2018, and Washingtonian Magazine's #1 restaurant in 2023. At this time we are unable to accommodate severe allium and dairy allergies as well as vegan and vegetarian diets.

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3. Mia's Italian Kitchen

4.8

Exceptional(2441)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Alexandria

Booked 89 times today

Mia's Italian Kitchen, located at the riverside end of King Street in Old Town Alexandria, is rooted in family. Our menu is filled with homestyle traditional Italian recipes sourced from owner Dave Nicholas' Sicilian grandmother. An elegant wine list accompanies beer and craft cocktails on the beverage menu. Dine downstairs and watch the signature Sicilian-style rectangular pizzas cook in the 800-degree brick oven, or upstairs to view the energetic open kitchen. Open for lunch and dinner, plus bottomless weekend brunch.

4. dLeña

4.7

Exceptional(2023)

Price: Expensive

• Latin American • Mount Vernon Square

Booked 100 times today

Welcome to dLeña, a Wood-Fire Mexican Cocina & Mezcaleria by Chef Richard Sandoval.dLeña is derived from the Spanish word “leña,” meaning firewood. The restaurant is centered around it’s wood-burning grill - a nod to the rustic open-fire cooking techniques of Mexico’s past. The menu transports diners to Mexico through a multi-sensory experience in every bite of the signature smoked entrées, fresh ceviches, and unique sharing plates. The expansive bar features hand-crafted margaritas, Latin cocktails, cervezas and vino. CHEF'S TABLE EXPERIENCE:Book an exclusive dining experience at our chef’s table tucked behind the main bar facing into the open kitchen. Chef will prepare eight courses for 160.00 per guest, with an optional beverage pairing for 75.00 per guest. Please visit our Chef's Table OpenTable page to book:https://www.opentable.com/r/dlena-chef-table-washington

5. Reverie

4.8

Exceptional(30)

Price: Very Expensive

• Seafood • Georgetown

Booked 4 times today

Inspired by Chef Johnny Spero’s global travels, yet rooted in his Mid-Atlantic upbringing, Reverie is a Michelin-starred fine-dining experience that focuses on an entirely seafood driven menu. Our current menu is offered at $255 per guest exclusive of beverage, service charge, taxes, or gratuities. Starting January 1, 2025, our tasting menu will adjust to $285 per guest.Please allow 2.5 hours for this experienceWe can accommodate some but not all food allergies so please inquire before booking via info@reveriedc.com. We are unable to provide dairy-free or fully vegetarian versions of our experience.

6. Centrolina

4.6

Exceptional(2140)

Price: Very Expensive

• Italian • Penn Quarter

Booked 34 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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7. Open Road Grill - Rosslyn

4.6

Exceptional(257)

Price: Moderate

• American • Arlington

Booked 12 times today

Open Road is inspired by American culture — our passion for music, our love of the outdoors, and the spirit of the open road. Our kitchen team sources the freshest ingredients to create quality seasonal food. Our beer list celebrates local craft breweries. We have an extensive whiskey and bourbon collection, and we feature handcrafted cocktails that change with the seasons.At Open Road, we honor the tradition of a cold beer and fresh food with friends and family every day. Stop by and make yourself at home!

8. Petite Cerise

4.7

Exceptional(150)

Price: Expensive

• French • Mount Vernon Square

Booked 56 times today

Part neighborhood café, part energetic bistro, Petite Cerise is located in a bright and lively historic corner space in Shaw/Mount Vernon Triangle. Petite Cerise features separate à la carte menus for brunch, lunch, and dinner. In addition, Petite Cerise has a Coffee Counter open Tuesday - Friday opening at 8am serving classic coffee and espresso preparations, housemade pastries, and other breakfast items to go or sit down.Dinner offers both an à la carte menu along with a Prix Fixe option. The focus in the evening is to craft unique and innovative dishes utilizing the very best ingredients within the Mid-Atlantic region and beyond skillfully prepared through a French lens.If you decide to join us for a morning coffee, quick mid-day bite, stretch out your lunch over a glass of wine, or gather with friends for an indulgent and creative dinner, we invite you here to celebrate and enjoy.

9. La Bise

4.7

Exceptional(933)

Price: Expensive

• French • Downtown

Booked 12 times today

Welcome to La Bise, a modern, bright, and colorful 21st century French restaurant in the heart of Washington, DC. Just steps from the White House, patrons can enjoy our expanded outdoor patio, inviting bar, and an engaging, open-air kitchen with two distinctive dining room options. Enjoy our unique wine list of French and American varietals featuring both old and new world selections.

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10. Ada's on the River

4.7

Exceptional(3770)

Price: Moderate

• American • Old Town Alexandria

Booked 101 times today

Built around a custom wood-burning oven and featuring stunning panoramic views of the Potomac River, Ada's on the River draws inspiration from the ingenuity of Ada Lovelace, one of the greatest mathematicians of the 19th century. Ada's menus feature a selection of wood-fired prime steaks, fresh seafood and vegetarian fare, in addition to an extensive beer, wine and cocktail list.

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Leo
New York City •14 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
The 3 courses option in the bar area is plentiful and well-priced.
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The DabneyPrice: Very Expensive• American• Shaw
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4.7
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Maideline
Washington, D.C. Area •1 review
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Such a great place to bring in the New Year and to celebrate our anniversary. We couldn’t have asked for better service and great food. Everything was excellent! Terry our server was absolutely amazing, true customer delight experience.
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dLeñaPrice: Expensive• Latin American• Mount Vernon Square
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4.7
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Cheryl
Washington, D.C. Area •1 review
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Food was great. We wanted a little salt added but there was none on the table. The pizza was really good too. We had a great meal and the service was excellent!! The cost was reasonable for 4 it cost $160.
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Mia's Italian KitchenPrice: Moderate• Italian• Alexandria
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4.8
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LilaVIP
Washington, D.C. Area •10 reviews
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
A beautiful gem, tucked away in a Georgetown alley, with exquisite service! The dishes were excellent, with the exception of the main course which had a delicious sauce but the fish was not. The best of both beverage pairing was very unique and delightful - the pairings were spot on and in some cases a surprise! Overall a great experience and wonderful place to celebrate a special occasion.
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ReveriePrice: Very Expensive• Seafood• Georgetown
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4.8
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Foodi
Washington, D.C. Area •20 reviews
5.0
Dined on 16 Dec 2013
Had a wonderful experience. The food was delicious and the service was great. We sat at the counter and were able to watch the chef make everything. Since we went on a Monday, wine was market price, so we enjoyed the salmon special and pork chop with a bottle of wine. Too bad they're closing the restaurant portion, because we would definitely go back. Looking forward to taking some cooking classes there though!
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Open KitchenPrice: Moderate• Contemporary American• Falls Church
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4.2

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30 restaurants available nearby

1. Open Kitchen

2. The Dabney

3. Mia's Italian Kitchen

4. dLeña

5. Reverie

6. Centrolina

7. Open Road Grill - Rosslyn

8. Petite Cerise

9. La Bise

10. Ada's on the River

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