Restaurants near Washington Congress

11 restaurants available nearby

A photo of The Greenhouse at The Jefferson, DC restaurant

1. The Greenhouse at The Jefferson, DC

4.7

Exceptional(1089)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Downtown

Booked 7 times today

Located in downtown DC, just four blocks from the White House, breakfast, lunch, dinner and weekend brunch are served under The Jefferson’s historic skylight in The Greenhouse. Natural light streams from above, creating an airy atmosphere that complements the light, fresh and energizing fare on our seasonal menus.

2. Dauphine’s

4.6

Exceptional(1403)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Downtown

Booked 25 times today

Dauphine’s is a modern day incarnation of the dramatic Grande Dame establishments of New Orleans, brought to you by the award winning Long Shot Hospitality - the team behind DC's beloved The Salt Line Restaurants. Dauphine’s utilizes Mid-Atlantic ingredients to prepare classic New Orleans fare while also creating original dishes inspired by the legendary city. All brought to you in a breathtaking spacious downtown restaurant setting with the most beautiful bar in downtown DC, plenty of patio dining, and a festive outdoor bar and garden area. Located in the Midtown Center, Dauphine's is just steps from the White House, National Theater, Convention Center, Cap One Arena and most downtown attractions and provides an elegant yet relaxed dining atmosphere for any occasion. Dauphine’s serves Dinner seven nights a week and Brunch on weekends, with Happy Hour every day 4pm-7pm and an ALL DAY Happy Hour on Sundays - plus don't miss our signature Sunday Live Jazz Brunch! We hope to see you soon!

3. The Continent DC

4.4

Awesome(106)

Price: Very Expensive

• African • Downtown

Booked 57 times today

From the savory stews of West Africa to the aromatic spices of East Africa, The Continent DC offers a menu crafted to bring you the best flavors from various African regions. Our restaurant is designed to reflect the rich cultures and traditions of Africa, offering a cozy and welcoming environment for you to enjoy your meal.

4. Mallard

4.8

Exceptional(117)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary Southern • Logan Circle

Booked 21 times today

At Mallard, Chef Johnson will apply classic and global techniques to the culinary traditions of the south while incorporating the best local and regional ingredients available. Undergirding it all will be a sense of hospitality rooted in Johnson’s memories of the family table. Mallard’s menu will range from Chef Johnson’s take on classics like Shrimp and Grits with Smoked Pork, Piquillo Peppers, and Tabasco-Shellfish Nage and Wild-Caught Blue Catfish with Poached Oysters, Summer Corn, and Smoked Trout Roe to new creations like Seared Sea Scallops with Cracklin’ Cornbread, Charred Peaches and Dandelion Greens and Crisp Berkshire Pork Trotters with Ramp Chow Chow, Sunny-Side-Up Egg, and Edisto Island Grits. Dessert options include Buttermilk Panna Cotta with Rhubarb and Almond Shortbread and Banana Puddin’ with Cracker Jacks and Nilla Wafers.

5. Lincoln - DC

4.2

Awesome(3408)

Price: Moderate

• American • McPherson Square

Booked 9 times today

Founded in 2011 our seasonal menu features comfort food with a twist. LINCOLN pays tribute to one of the greatest US Presidents, with nods to many of his favorite foods including our signature chicken pot pie & another star on the menu, our kale salad. The menu is focused but varietal. Our cocktails are truly one-of-a-kind. Our barkeeps have created one of the city’s thoughtful bar programs highlighted by infused bourbons and DC's first moonshine-list served in antique-style copper cups. Our patio is open all year-round, offering a relaxed, urban landscape. Don't miss our butcher cut NY Strip or the city's best Mac & Cheese. LINCOLN is the right place for your next private event with many options for private dining from 10 to 200. Original paintings & distinctive interior design by homegrown artist, Maggie O’Neill. LINCOLN is your destination for Lunch, happy hour, dinner or brunch. We are open Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, Easter & Mother's Day for your special celebration.

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6. Gerrard Street Kitchen

4.3

Awesome(265)

Price: Expensive

• Global, International • Dupont Circle

Booked 3 times today

Gerrard Street Kitchen now offers breakfast, brunch and dinner. Our menu features global cuisine favorites such as Paratha Tacos, Korean Crispy Chicken Wings and an extensive raw bar menu. Enjoy a signature cocktail and end your meal on a sweet note with our dessert menu.We offer a full wine list, as well as a great selection of craft beers.Enjoy in the comfort of our intimate booths, in our cozy terrace by the firepit, or in our private dining room that accommodates private parties. We look forward to welcoming you!

7. Dovetail

4.6

Exceptional(94)

Price: Expensive

• American • Logan Circle

Booked 2 times today

Exploring the crossroads of southern hospitality and Mid-Atlantic cuisine, Dovetail draws from regional ingredients to innovate with the dynamic flavors of the Northeast. Situated on the District's 14th Street corridor within Viceroy Washington DC, the indoor-outdoor restaurant offers rotating seasonal menus featuring the freshest ingredients from East Coast farmers, fishermen and purveyors. Relax on our all-weather outdoor patio for brunch or dinner while enjoying a destination raw bar with chilled Maine lobster and Chesapeake oysters, tantalizing appetizers like deviled eggs with kimchi or pork rinds with homemade ranch, exquisitely prepared dry aged steaks paired with fresh local vegetables, and sweet seasonal treats. Don't miss our happy hour where Dovetail's formidable beverage program is the star - highlighting local spirits, a selection of new and old world wines, craft brews, and inventive cocktails. At Dovetail, we're always up for sharing a good meal.

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8. Quill at The Jefferson, DC

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Price: Expensive

• Cocktail Bar • Dupont Circle

Please note: Quill at The Jefferson is completely walk-in only. Guests will be seated on a first-come, first-served basis. Thank you. Quill is Washington, DC’s upscale lounge and cocktail bar located within The Jefferson, Washington, DC. Quill offers an inspired mix of classic and signature cocktails, a dynamic wine list and an elevated bar menu. We invite you to relax and unwind on our heated patio seven days a week.

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9. PLANTA P Street - Logan Circle

4.6

Exceptional(8)

Price: Moderate

• Vegan • Logan Circle

Booked 3 times today

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10. Figleaf Bar & Lounge

4.3

Awesome(54)

Price: Moderate

• Cocktail Bar • Downtown

Booked 1 time today

Figleaf is a place to savor global Mediterranean cuisine with a Latin influence. Its menu is like a passport, well stamped. Wind your way from Barcelona to Miami, Lima to Istanbul, Dubai to Rio de Janerio - all while knowing: Everything is there to honor culture and inspire exploration. Figleaf's setting matches its boundary-breaking spirit: The lounge-style space features a bold array of international artworks, as bold as the cocktails mixed and dishes served."

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Updated on 4/1/2025

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As always, exceptional (authentic?) welcome and service. Food was excellent. Recommend Winter Squash for vegetarians; salmon was excellent. LOVE the ambience.
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5.0
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The food and drinks, service, and atmosphere were amazing. This is a restaurant that everyone needs to experience. We will be returning.
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The Continent DCPrice: Very Expensive• African• Downtown
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Washington, D.C. Area •3 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Greenhouse is a great place to go with clients and friends. I highly recommend it.
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The Greenhouse at The Jefferson, DCPrice: Expensive• Contemporary American• Downtown
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Amanda
Washington, D.C. Area •5 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
We came for a special New Year’s Day brunch and everything was amazing! We could stop oowwing and awwing at the food, drinks and ambience - the love jazz was great too! We will be back!
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Dauphine’sPrice: Expensive• Contemporary American• Downtown
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Barbara
San Francisco Bay Area •3 reviews
5.0
Dined on 26 Dec 2024
Service was friendly and helpful , and the portions were ample. The menu was interesting and rewarding.
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11 restaurants available nearby

1. The Greenhouse at The Jefferson, DC

2. Dauphine’s

3. The Continent DC

4. Mallard

5. Lincoln - DC

6. Gerrard Street Kitchen

7. Dovetail

8. Quill at The Jefferson, DC

9. PLANTA P Street - Logan Circle

10. Figleaf Bar & Lounge

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