Best Authentic Restaurants in Washington DC

204 restaurants available nearby

1. La Chaumiere

4.9

Exceptional(4799)

Price: Expensive

• French • Georgetown

Booked 36 times today

La Chaumière is as close as it gets to dining in a French country inn. Celebrating 48 years, La Chaumière features traditional dishes like escargots en coquille, boudin blanc, quenelles of pike, cassoulet and Grand Marnier souffle. Chef Javier's specials reflect a modern approach to seasonal produce, seafood and game with favorites like baked oysters, Dover sole and our speciality, housemate Boudin Blanc. La Chaumière has won the 100 Best Restaurants award 29 times since 1978! We will be serving Al fresco as soon as the weather permits, please reserve, outdoor space is limited. Parking is available at the Four Seasons Hotel for $30 with validation stamp.

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2. Filomena Ristorante

4.8

Exceptional(17058)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Georgetown

Booked 183 times today

Filomena Now over 40 Years and counting!Filomena is a Washington DC landmark restaurant now with over 40 years of serving some of the finest Italian food you can enjoy. Our Pasta is fresh made by hand just like it was done for centuries in Italy. Our bakery is in-house, and we make over 20 different desserts to choose from. During Valentine's Day, Easter, Halloween and Christmas you can experience some of the most incredible decorations you can find! Four decades of making not just a great dining experience but a memorable one. Filomena has recently introduced a full line of homemade pasta, sauces, desserts that can be shipped nationwide too!

3. Olio e Più - DC

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4.5

Awesome(107)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Washington

Booked 94 times today

Located at 699 14th Street on the coveted corner of 14th and G Street NW, OLIO E PIÙ, is situated on the most high-profile street in Washington D.C., just one block away from the White House, bringing Italian tradition and a true sense of Mediterranean liveliness to the Penn Quarter. As an authentic trattoria, its cuisine is based on classic Italian dishes. As you dine at OLIO E PIÙ, you’ll be transported not just by the flavors of Italy but also by the authentic atmosphere that surrounds you. Here, the spirit of 1970s Italian elegance lives on, and every meal is a celebration of life, love, and the joy of shared moments. OLIO E PIÙ is more than just a restaurant; it’s a portal to a different time and place, where the essence of Italy’s rich culinary and cultural heritage is captured in every detail.

4. Zaytinya - DC

4.7

Exceptional(19305)

Price: Expensive

• Mediterranean • Penn Quarter

Booked 229 times today

Under the direction of celebrated chef José Andrés and concept chef Michael Costa, Zaytinya offers an innovative mezze menu inspired by Turkish, Greek, and Lebanese cuisines served up in a sleek and modern setting. Building on Jose’s deep knowledge of Mediterranean cooking and years of research and travel, the menu features shared small plates of authentic and innovative fare, creative cocktails, and unique Mediterranean wines, making Zaytinya one of the most exciting restaurants in Washington, DC.

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5. El Centro D.F. - Georgetown

4.4

Awesome(1967)

Price: Moderate

• Contemporary Mexican • Georgetown

Booked 26 times today

Chef Richard Sandoval invites you to gather, dine and raise a glass at El Centro, D.F. Authentic Mexican comfort food and fine Tequilas are served in three vibrant spaces.Reaching back to his roots, internationally acclaimed Chef Richard Sandoval created El Centro DF to introduce Washington DC to signature authentic Mexican flavors and traditional dishes that he grew up enjoying. The dynamic two-story restaurant in Georgetown, with a back patio, is also home to over 300 tequilas, mezcals alongside craft Mexican-inspired drinks.

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6. Taberna del Alabardero

4.7

Exceptional(3834)

Price: Expensive

• Traditional Spanish • Downtown

Booked 15 times today

Taberna del Alabardero is authentic in its Spanish cuisine and atmosphere. Customers rave about the 'authentic quality Spanish food' and 'outstanding, authentic cuisine'. The Spanish Chef, Oscar Ordonez, brings back the authentic Spanish Cuisine. The restaurant also offers a 'vintage' and 'royal' ambiance, as mentioned in the reviews. It's 'a piece of Spain' in the heart of Washington DC.

7. Chez Billy Sud

4.8

Exceptional(2943)

Price: Moderate

• French • Georgetown

Booked 75 times today

Welcome to Chez Billy Sud, your classic neighborhood French bistro in the heart of historic Georgetown! We are now taking reservations for dinner 30 days in advance. Depending on the weather, our patio is available on a first-come basis. Please check with your host upon arrival for patio seating.Our Bar à Vin (located right next door) is open and requires no reservations. You can also visit our sister bistro Cafe Colline in Arlington which also offers reservations via OpenTable.Please visit our website ChezBillySud.com or check us out on Instagram @ChezBillySud.We look to hosting you!

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8. La Grande Boucherie - DC

4.5

Awesome(1096)

Price: Very Expensive

• French • Washington

Booked 457 times today

Located at 699 14th Street on the coveted corner of 14th and G Street NW, La Grande Boucherie is situated on the most high-profile street in Washington D.C., just one block away from the White House. The restaurant is built in elegant and ornamental Art Nouveau style, evoking the sense of optimism from the turn of the 20th century. The brasserie’s menu features both classic and modern French dishes, with focus on the meat program, raw bar and extravagant large-format meats, ideal for sharing and celebrating. Mahogany wood and glass partitions divide the gargantuan space to create intimate dining experiences. These pieces are adorned in gilded accents and uniquely curved arches inspired by the 20th-century Art Nouveau movement of Paris. The main dining room highlights a massive curved bar with a metal top imported from Paris, a signature piece of Boucherie.

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9. Rumi's Kitchen - DC

4.8

Exceptional(2393)

Price: Expensive

• Persian • Mount Vernon Square

Booked 85 times today

Rumi's Kitchen is a beloved Persian restaurant in Washington DC. Its authenticity is confirmed by reviews like 'Great authentic Persian food with excellent customer service' and 'Absolutely delicious authentic Persian food'. The restaurant's dedication to traditional Persian dishes is noted in reviews like 'The menu, a symphony of flavors, offered a tantalizing selection of traditional Persian dishes'. It's not just about the food though, the overall dining experience is praised with comments like 'Rumi Kitchen proved to be more than a restaurant; it was a journey through Persian culture and gastronomy'.

10. Amazonia

4.7

Exceptional(114)

Price: Very Expensive

• Peruvian • Mount Vernon Square

Booked 40 times today

Venture into the relaxed ambiance of Amazonia, our inviting upstairs bar, dining room and rooftop hideaway. As one of the first Amazonian restaurants in the U.S., discover the exotic flavors and ingredients from Peru's rainforest, as well as favorite Peruvian staples. Here you can explore a thoughtfully curated selection of pisco and imaginative cocktails. The dishes you'll enjoy in Amazonia are meant for sharing, and are expertly prepared by the very same skilled kitchen team from Causa downstairs.

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Pascale
Chicago / Illinois •1 review
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
We are French living in the US for a little while and we’ve been looking forward to finding a real French restaurant serving authentic very good quality fresh food. La Chaumière did that for us ! Thank You :)
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La ChaumierePrice: Expensive• French• Georgetown
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4.9
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Ivan
Washington, D.C. Area •1 review
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Excellent service and food. Ambiance is great, overall a wonderful experience.
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El Centro D.F. - GeorgetownPrice: Moderate• Contemporary Mexican• Georgetown
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4.4
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Jan
Washington, D.C. Area •3 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Beautifully decorated restaurant, lovely/helpful staff with delicious drinks and food. Crowded but pleasant. Highly recommend it, would definitely return in the future.
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Olio e Più - DCPrice: Expensive• Italian• Washington
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4.5
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Rachel
Los Angeles •17 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
Food was so amazingly good, from the roasted cauliflower to the tender and flavorful steak. The service was friendly and helpful, modifying the chef's menu for our vegetarian with shellfish allergy guest. And the overall enviroment was warm, welcoming, and cozy. My only complaint is that the experience is so good that no one wants to leave their tables! Like a great family dinner. Thank you
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Zaytinya - DCPrice: Expensive• Mediterranean• Penn Quarter
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4.7
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Lucy
Washington, D.C. Area •7 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
Filomena does not disappoint! Always perfectly cooked pasta, chicken and seafood. The place is already decorated for Christmas which makes it quite an experience with a polar bear dressed in his best and Santa not to mention all the streamers and stuff hanging from the ceiling. No place like it. Only downside is they fill the place up and it gets tight and warm down in that basement. A must for any trip to DC and Georgetown!
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Filomena RistorantePrice: Expensive• Italian• Georgetown
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4.8

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204 restaurants available nearby

1. La Chaumiere

2. Filomena Ristorante

3. Olio e Più - DC

4. Zaytinya - DC

5. El Centro D.F. - Georgetown

6. Taberna del Alabardero

7. Chez Billy Sud

8. La Grande Boucherie - DC

9. Rumi's Kitchen - DC

10. Amazonia

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