Best Pre-Theater Restaurants in Georgetown

24 restaurants available nearby

1. Zaytinya - DC

4.7

Exceptional(19292)

Price: Expensive

• Mediterranean • Penn Quarter

Booked 260 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.

2. Bresca

4.6

Exceptional(856)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary French / American • U Street Corridor

Booked 20 times today

Bresca offers A La Carte and Tasting Menu options! Parties of 5 or more will be required to do our Chef's Tasting Menu. We are a Contemporary French restaurant and cocktail bar located in the bustling 14th Street neighborhood. Our team explores the finest in seasonal ingredients paired with genuine hospitality.

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3. Kingbird at The Watergate Hotel

4.3

Awesome(2213)

Price: Expensive

• Steakhouse • Foggy Bottom

Booked 27 times today

We are offering breakfast weekdays from 7am-10:30am and lunch from 11:30am-2pm. Our Kingbird Bar hour from 2pm-9pm Tuesday through Fridays. Weekends, we are offering Brunch on Sundays from 11am to 2pm. Join us for High Tea on Saturday & Sunday 1pm-2:30pm. We require all High Tea reservations to be pre-paid, to make a reservation for High Tea please select the Spill the Tea Experience. For children under 12 please email dining@thewatergatehotel.com. We are located within The Watergate Hotel, our elegant yet contemporary restaurant features fine dining with fresh, seasonal ingredients. Valet Parking is $15 for dining.

4. Matera DC

4.3

Awesome(136)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Foggy Bottom

Booked 10 times today

Matera is a cozy, elegant Italian neighborhood restaurant set in historical Foggy Bottom neighborhood of D.C.

5. Oyamel

4.7

Exceptional(9549)

Price: Moderate

• Mexican • Penn Quarter

Booked 95 times today

Oyamel Cocina Mexicana combines Mexico’s rich regional culinary traditions with modern urban fare. Guests experience an array of antijitos—traditional Mexican snack or small plates—along with authentic tacos, ceviches and an impressive selection of cocktails and tequilas. Under the direction of renowned chef José Andrés, Head Chef Omar Rodriguez takes traditional ingredients and techniques and elevates them to deliver dishes and drinks with exceptional creativity and refinement.

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6. Gypsy Kitchen - DC

4.6

Exceptional(1572)

Price: Expensive

• Mediterranean • Logan Circle

Booked 24 times today

Just like the bohemian travelers who inspired our name, Gypsy Kitchen’s alluring flavors aren’t bound by borders. Instead, our chefs go wherever the inspiration takes them, crafting deeply creative dishes that transport you to uncharted places around the Mediterranean and beyond. A menu designed to taste and share gives guests the freedom to explore the menu at their own pace, connecting over seductive flavors, festive craft cocktails and curated regional wines. The alluring interior matches the menu, with welcoming dining spaces that foster connections and spark conversation. Antique tapestries and rugs, twinkling lights and vibrantly patterned tile set the scene in the expansive dining room. Or, take a seat on the rooftop patio oasis, where lush greenery, plush cushions and the sky overhead evokes the feeling of being on a caravan to explore a distant land.

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7. Xiquet by Danny Lledó

4.4

Awesome(38)

Price: Very Expensive

• Spanish • Georgetown

Booked 3 times today

Xiquet (chee-KETT) by Chef Danny Lledó features a sought-after tasting menu showcasing the finest products from around the world served with warm, Mediterranean hospitality. Known as one of the best fine dining restaurants in Washington DC for its modern Spanish cuisine, Xiquet has held a MICHELIN Star since 2021 and earned MICHELIN’s Sommelier of the Year Award in 2022. In the same year, AAA honored Xiquet with the travel authority’s highest rating, making it the only Five Diamond restaurant currently in the city. Recently, in 2023, the DC Restaurant Association awarded Xiquet with the RAMMY of Best Formal Fine Dining Restaurant of the Year.Please note that we do accept reservations for parties including 5 or more guests, however please contact us through email at info@xiquetdl.com and one of our sales managers will be in contact with you promptly to set your reservation up.

8. La Piquette

4.9

Exceptional(2919)

Price: Expensive

• French • Cleveland Park

Booked 28 times today

Dear Guests,A neighborhood Bistrot located in Cleveland Park that stays faithful to its French roots offering the best French dishes on this side of the AtlanticExecutive Chef Francis Layrle prepares a daily menu with farm raised and seasonal fresh ingredients. The bar offers a carefully curated wine selection and house cocktails. La Piquette presents an authentic bistrot atmosphere the way it is meant to be: fun, simple and delicious.

9. The Henri

4.6

Exceptional(193)

Price: Very Expensive

• Contemporary European • Penn Quarter

Booked 4 times today

The Henri is a modern bistro featuring communal and private dining spaces located in the heart of Downtown Washington, DC. We invite you into our comfortable venue where you can escape from the hustle of the city. Our flexible, one-of-a-kind space is perfect for any kind of event, including business meetings, showers, weddings, birthdays, and cocktail parties.

10. The Grill

4.7

Exceptional(1435)

Price: Expensive

• American • Southwest Waterfront

Booked 21 times today

Chef Roberto Santibañez presents a new American menu focused on Woodfired cooking, with an emphasis on steak, seafood and vegetarian fare. His Mexican roots and French training lend an inspired touch to the American table.

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Washington, D.C. Area •1 review
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Never fails to be a great experience. The only issue we've had in many years of coming back to Zatinya is noise. This time we arrived at 5 PM for a 6 PM reservation and it was quieter than usual. They were simply fantastic, acknowledged our anniversary and made the night special. But all visits to this superb restaurant are special
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Zaytinya - DCPrice: Expensive• Mediterranean• Penn Quarter
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4.7
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Brian
Atlanta Metro •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Fine dining at it's finest! The food, the servers, the atmosphere were all top notch. We even got some special attention because it was anniversary and that was very appreciated.
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Kingbird at The Watergate HotelPrice: Expensive• Steakhouse• Foggy Bottom
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4.3
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Kristinvip
Southwest Florida •109 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
Our sincere thanks to Sanika for helping us out on our first 'wheelchair' dining experience. Wonderful breakfast! Cheers- Kris & Chris
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Matera DCPrice: Moderate• Italian• Foggy Bottom
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4.3
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AlyN
Greater Boston •1 review
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
One of the best meals of my life. Service, vibe, food, cocktail were all impeccable but in a completely not pretentious way. Every bite on the tasting menu was complex and flavorful, that left you considering and thinking after each bite. It was simply SO GOOD.
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BrescaPrice: Expensive• Contemporary French / American• U Street Corridor
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4.6
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Larry
Greater Boston •4 reviews
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
Great food, friendly service, nice atmosphere. And the specials are reasonably priced. Ordering ala carte could get expensive, but still great food.
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OyamelPrice: Moderate• Mexican• Penn Quarter
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4.7

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24 restaurants available nearby

1. Zaytinya - DC

2. Bresca

3. Kingbird at The Watergate Hotel

4. Matera DC

5. Oyamel

6. Gypsy Kitchen - DC

7. Xiquet by Danny Lledó

8. La Piquette

9. The Henri

10. The Grill

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