Renowned for its political landmarks and extensive history, D.C. is also home to some of the finest restaurants in the U.S. With award-winning chefs, stunning architecture, and a variety of zesty dishes, these restaurants are ones that you definitely don’t want to miss. Check out the full list below!
Enjoy an incredible rustic meal with fresh seasonal food at The Blue Duck Tavern. The cozy, artisanal dining spot was awarded a Michelin Star in 2017, 2018, and 2019, as well as “Upscale Brunch of the Year” by the Restaurant Association of Metropolitan Washington. Some of the amazing features include: exceptional wines from their floor-to-ceiling cellar, and views of the spacious open kitchen and wood-burning Molteni oven.
In the mood for a delicious brunch? You don’t want to miss RIS’ incredible brunch menu. Some of the tasty options include: a Belgian Oat and Wheat Berry Waffle, Smoked Salmon and Bagel, and Huevos Rancheros. This neighborhood restaurant offers a variety of menus from chef Ris Lacoste including: Marquee, Gin Mill, Popsicle Brunch, and much more. Each menu gets a seasonal twist, so there’s always something new.
This popular West End restaurant is one that you definitely don’t want to miss. Rasika is an award-winning modern Indian restaurant led by Group Executive Chef Vikram Sunderam. A variety of foods that are featured are prepared on the Tawa (griddle), Sigri (open barbeque), as well as Tandoori. Some of the incredible features are three private dining spaces: The Library, The Garden Room, and Chef’s Table Room.
This trendy West End dining spot offers bistro classics infused with modern and traditional season-inspired techniques. The fresh produce on the menu comes from incredible farms in neighboring Virginia, Maryland, and Pennsylvania. The stunning restaurant, built by award-winning DC architects Adamstein & Demetriou offers a warm, vibrant atmosphere with amber and honey tones, an elliptical marble bar, and a shimmering gold leaf wall.
