Best Casual Restaurants in Lanham

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1. SHIA Restaurant

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4.7

Exceptional(21)

Price: Very Expensive

• Korean • Washington

Booked 10 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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2. Caruso's Grocery - DC

4.8

Exceptional(1156)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Capitol Hill

Booked 25 times today

Please note that we are not offering Restaurant Week at our DC location. Located at 914 14th Street SE in Washington, DC.Caruso’s Grocery is modeled after the classic, Italian-American "red sauce" joint. You know the one: red banquettes, a killer chicken parmesan, Sinatra pouring through the speakers. If you’re looking for modern interpretations of a chef's take on the classics, you won’t find them here. A joint venture from Neighborhood Restaurant Group and Partner Matthew Adler.

3. Ambar - Shaw

4.7

Exceptional(420)

Price: Moderate

• Balkan style • Shaw

Booked 44 times today

Ambar Shaw Thanksgiving Update!Dine-in will be closed, but you can enjoy Thanksgiving at home with our special takeout—available for pickup from 12-5 pm. Pre-order by 4 pm on November 26th. And don’t miss our Black Friday Brunch! Ambar Clarendon is accepting reservations for Thanksgiving Day! Welcome to Ambar, where you are invited to explore the dynamic flavors of Balkan cuisine. What distinguishes us, is our well-curated, exclusive 'Dining Without Limits' experience, which brings you the soul of Balkan dining traditions. Our extensive menu boasts a variety of shareable small plates, perfectly paired with a vast selection of premium Balkan wines. Whether joining us for a leisurely lunch, celebratory weekend brunch, or an evening of indulgence, our unlimited dining menu promises to deliver an unparalleled culinary journey. We excel in serving individual guests, as well as larger groups, and private events.

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4. Gordon Ramsay Hell's Kitchen - Washington DC

4.5

Awesome(292)

Price: Very Expensive

• Contemporary European • Southwest Waterfront

Booked 185 times today

Transcend on set to Chef Ramsay's iconic 22-season, six-time, Emmy-nominated television series Hell's Kitchen. A fine dining experience like no other, watch as the red and blue teams prepare, cook, and plate dishes emulating on-set Hell's Kitchen dinner service.

5. Chaplin

4.6

Exceptional(1571)

Price: Moderate

• Japanese • Shaw

Booked 33 times today

Chaplin's Restaurant & Bar is a 1930's style Japanese Ramen House and cocktail bar. Chaplin's Executive Chef and Partner, Myo Htun, is originally from Burma, but was cooking ramen in Japan at a young age. Myo received a blessing from his mentor in Japan after nearly 30 years of cooking in Japan, to come to America and continue to showcase his authentic Ramen and traditional Japanese cuisine. Chaplin's Restaurant demonstrates the aesthetic of a bustling ramen house in Japan in the 1930's silent film era. There is also a large outdoor dining area that is dog friendly. Chaplin's is located in the heart of the Historic Shaw neighborhood. And it is open until last call 7 days a week. Chaplin's received a Plate certification in the Michelin Guide in 2020. And it is located steps from the convention center and popular Logan Circle, 14th street and City Market.

6. Centrolina

4.7

Exceptional(2098)

Price: Very Expensive

• Italian • Penn Quarter

Booked 24 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. Founding Farmers & Distillers DC: Chinatown

4.4

Awesome(10265)

Price: Moderate

• American • Mount Vernon Square

Booked 129 times today

Walking distance to many of DC’s historic landmarks, Founding Farmers & Distillers offers a diverse menu including dishes inspired by nearby Chinatown and cocktails featuring our in-house distillery, Founding Spirits. Open 365 days a year, our team is passionate about crafting dishes & drinks from scratch with high-quality ingredients from farmers and suppliers we know and trust. Join us for breakfast, lunch, dinner, weekday happy hour, decadent weekend Farmers Market Buffet Brunch, or grab a cup of house-roasted coffee and breakfast treat from our First Bake Cafe. Majority owned by American family farmers, including the more than 50,000 farmers of the North Dakota Farmers Union, our restaurant is guided by a very simple principal: we see and share everything Through The Eyes Of The Farmer.™ We actively care about our guests, our communities, the planet, and the next generation. This all comes together in our everyday

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8. VUE Rooftop at Hotel Washington

4.4

Awesome(227)

Price: Very Expensive

• American • Washington

Booked 80 times today

Perched above the Hotel Washington, experience VUE Rooftop, an artfully designed destination that brings the outside world in. Offering unparalleled views of the White House and Washington Monument, VUE pairs the effervescent energy of D.C.'s skyline with seasonal cocktails, elegant plates, and a stylish ambiance like no other.

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9. Palette 22 - Union Market

4.7

Exceptional(153)

Price: Moderate

• Tapas / Small Plates • NoMa

Booked 36 times today

Immerse yourself in a vibrant dining adventure at Palette 22, located in the heart of the Union Market District. Explore a diverse menu featuring globally inspired entrées and shareable items from our wood-burning grill, served in a gallery-like setting. Quench your thirst with our dynamic list of beers, wines, and signature libations, including our award-winning sangria, all while enjoying stunning rooftop views. Plus, don't miss bottomless brunch every weekend and daily happy hour specials!

10. Cafe Du Parc

4.5

Awesome(2531)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary French • Downtown

Booked 38 times today

Located in the heart of Washington, D.C. within the iconic Willard InterContinental, steps from the National Mall, and across from Pershing Park, a national park home to the new World War I Memorial, Café du Parc is reminiscent of a Parisian-inspired sidewalk café. Nestled between The White House and the U.S. Capitol, surrounded by the sights and sounds of the nation’s capital, Café du Parc’s seasonal outside terrace remains a trendy locale for al fresco dining by both visitors and Washington, D.C. locals alike.Paying homage to traditional French cooking, the restaurant offers diners various culinary creations from coffee and pastries at its coffee shop, Le Café, to breakfast, lunch, dinner, and brunch on Sunday on its outside terrace or inside the main dining room. We are pleased to offer parking validation for Valet or Garage parking at Willard InterContinenatal when you join us for dinner.

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KHESHA
Washington, D.C. Area •10 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
The ambience was great and the food was magnificent. The waiter was very attentive and brought out samples of wine.
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Caruso's Grocery - DCPrice: Expensive• Italian• Capitol Hill
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4.8
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Frank
Washington, D.C. Area •4 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
I was dining with friends and our kids. The staff was amazing, especially given they had to contend with our energetic kids running around. The food was excellent and the ambiance just what we were looking for.
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ChaplinPrice: Moderate• Japanese• Shaw
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4.6
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warren
South Carolina •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
We had the beef Wellington! Never had anything quite like it it was amazing. We've watched Hell's kitchen for years and always wanted to go. So I surprised my wife she absolutely was amazed! We go up to Rochester New York yearly from Charleston South Carolina. Definitely make it a yearly stop if not more lol. Our server was amazing. Very bubbly and very attentive! One of the best experiences we've ever had. We sat at a table for twol. Which was perfect because sitting across from the kitchen was like almost watching a Broadway show! Everything that they talk about in the show you can see for yourself. Absolutely amazing.
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Gordon Ramsay Hell's Kitchen - Washington DCPrice: Very Expensive• Contemporary European• Southwest Waterfront
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4.5
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Jane
Chicago / Illinois •1 review
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Service was great, ambiance was VERY nice, and food was stellar! :)
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SHIA RestaurantPrice: Very Expensive• Korean• Washington
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4.7
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Brett
Washington, D.C. Area •27 reviews
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
Andreas was friendly and helpful! Service was outstanding and food tasted great.
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Ambar - ShawPrice: Moderate• Balkan style• Shaw
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4.7

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334 restaurants available nearby

1. SHIA Restaurant

2. Caruso's Grocery - DC

3. Ambar - Shaw

4. Gordon Ramsay Hell's Kitchen - Washington DC

5. Chaplin

6. Centrolina

7. Founding Farmers & Distillers DC: Chinatown

8. VUE Rooftop at Hotel Washington

9. Palette 22 - Union Market

10. Cafe Du Parc

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