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1. Via Sophia Washington DC

4.3

Awesome(770)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • Downtown

Booked 19 times today

Via Sophia reimagines the osteria experience for downtown D.C; where classic Italian dishes and fresh-from-the-oven pizzas are paired with bespoke beverages and a discerning wine list. With a focus on quality, consistency, and hospitality, we offer a warm and welcoming atmosphere for every guest, at any time of the day.

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2. Michele’s

3.9

Excellent(298)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Contemporary French / American • West Loop

MICHELIN-starred Chef Matt Baker's second restaurant is an homage to his late mother. Join us for Summer Restuarant Week, August 12th-25th for $35 lunch options and a $55 dinner menu! Guests can enjoy the bar and lounge, perfect for dining solo or gathering with friends. Weekends are reserved for delectable brunch options, served alongside craft cocktails. A slight departure from his highly-acclaimed Michelin-starred restaurant, Gravitas- the approach to all things culinary at Michele's is just as seasonal and serious, but playful and accessible. We have a celebration fit for any occasion: the perfect blend of delicious food, live entertainment, and great company! Now offering lunch, Mondays-Fridays 11:00am-3:00 pm.Ask about our specialty features:Monday Burger Night Wine Down WednesdaysLive Music & Prime Steaks Every ThursdayHalf-Shell Happy HoursSeasonal Happenings & More!

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3. Il Piatto

4.5

Awesome(679)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Italian • Downtown

Booked 25 times today

Il Piatto is the modern expression of the classic Italian cuisine. Enjoy a selection of antipasto, pastas, gnocchi, and more! Our private dining package seats 35 guests or holds a reception for 50 guests. With a view of the wine cellar, our Italian restaurant is perfect for all kinds of events.Il Piatto is open for lunch, brunch, dinner and happy hour. *Please note, we serve brunch on holiday Mondays and the 4th of July*

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4. Mazi

4.6

Exceptional(744)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• American • Downtown

Booked 4 times today

Creative New American Cuisine influenced and inspired by Greek and Mediterranean recipes and flavors.

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5. Bobby Van's Grill - New York Ave.

4.5

Awesome(2430)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Steakhouse • Downtown

Bobby Van’s Grill has a very loyal following of patrons who appreciate its first-rate, dry-aged steaks and seafood, phenomenal wine list, and exceptional professional wait staff – many of whom have worked for Bobby Van’s Grill for more than 15 years. We have the largest private dining space of any restaurant in DC; Bobby Van’s Grill can accommodate guests in 7 different rooms! In the fall of 2018, it unveiled a newly renovated atrium (now known as The Atrium @ Bobby Van’s) that accommodates up to 330 people for private events.

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6. Figleaf Bar & Lounge

4.3

Awesome(58)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Cocktail Bar • Downtown

Booked 3 times 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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7. Barcode

4.0

Excellent(906)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Downtown

Booked 10 times today

A Modern American Restaurant, Bar & Lounge in the heart of Washington DC! Open Happy Hour, Dinner and Late Night. Featuring Award Winning American Cuisine and voted Best Happy Hour by the Washington Post.

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8. Wild Days

4.1

Excellent(121)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Mount Vernon

OUR ROOFTOP BAR IS AN INDOOR/OUTDOOR MUSIC VENUE THAT FEATURES DJ SESSIONS AND LIVE PERFORMANCES IN ADDITION TO TASTY COCKTAILS AND SNACKS.COME JOIN US FOR SOME SMORES BY OUR FIRE PIT OR ENJOY A SPECIALTY COCKTAIL OVERLOOKING ALL OF K STREET.

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9. Quill at The Jefferson, DC

$$$$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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10. SHIA Restaurant

4.9

Exceptional(80)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Korean • Washington

Booked 23 times today

SHIA (shee-uh) is a modern Korean fine dining restaurant in Washington, D.C., dedicated to sustainability, innovation, and cultural storytelling. Our tasting menu-only experience spotlights the intersection of local agriculture and premium Hansik ingredients, using fresh, seasonal elements with minimal manipulation to honor the environment. As a non-profit restaurant, SHIA is more than just a dining destination; it’s a platform for tackling key challenges in the restaurant industry, from environmental responsibility to fair labor practices and culinary heritage preservation.**Please Note: Chef Lee's appearance is not guaranteed, and his availability is not given to the team or guests.**

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ClarenceVIP
Greater Boston •3 reviews
4.0
Dined 2 days ago
Good ambiance and decor. A little noisy and not quite intimate. Food was excellent. Price as expected. Server was attentive. Food came out relatively quick.
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Via Sophia Washington DCPrice: Expensive• Italian• Downtown
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4.3
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Brian
Washington, D.C. Area •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Food was good the Valentine’s Day menu was limited so I would like to try something else. Drink were strong so if you get 2 or 3 make sure you have an uber. Victor our waiter was perfect, he made sure we got exactly what we wanted and gave great drink suggestions. I’ll definitely be back and ask to be in his section
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Bobby Van's Grill - New York Ave.Price: Expensive• Steakhouse• Downtown
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4.5
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SamuelVIP
Washington, D.C. Area •33 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Great venue and great food! I’m looking forward to my next visit.
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Michele’sPrice: Expensive• Contemporary French / American• West Loop
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3.9
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Jason
Minneapolis - St. Paul •1 review
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Fantastic evening with my wife we truly enjoyed our experience. The service fee was a surprise . but in the end, the service was excellent and well worth it.
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Il PiattoPrice: Moderate• Italian• Downtown
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4.5
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Devante
San Diego •1 review
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
Highly recommended for a date night, everything was on point
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MaziPrice: Expensive• American• Downtown
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4.6

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