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A photo of Belga Cafe restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(4787)
Price: Moderate
• Belgian • Capitol Hill
Booked 22 times today
Belga Café is a great place to eat typical Belgian cuisine. Hours of operation: Dinner: Monday - Saturday starting from 5 pm, Lunch: Tuesday - Friday from noon until 2:30 pm, Brunch: Saturday 9:30 am - 3:30 pm & Sunday 9:00 am - 3:30 pm.To inquire about PRIVATE EVENT email at info@belgacafe.com
A photo of Zaytinya - DC restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(19616)
Price: Expensive
• Mediterranean • Penn Quarter
Booked 348 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.
A photo of FIG & OLIVE DC restaurant
4.5
Awesome(2708)
Price: Expensive
• Mediterranean • Downtown
Booked 17 times today
The heart of Washington, DC is home to a sliver of the French Riviera in FIG & OLIVE DC | CityCenter. Here, guests can escape from the commotion of Downtown DC to indulge in a glass of rosé on our al fresco terrace or enjoy an elegant evening with dinner upstairs in our Orchard Rooms. The bar & lounge are buzzy with our happy hours while the Wine Room is an accessible area perfect for an effortless get together before an event at the nearby Capital One Arena. During the day, F&O DC is a lunch and brunch favorite of CCDC locals and museum visitors alike.
A photo of Founding Farmers DC: Foggy Bottom restaurant
4.6
Exceptional(34532)
Price: Moderate
• American • Foggy Bottom
Booked 336 times today
Our award-winning Founding Farmers DC flagship restaurant opened in 2008 just three blocks west of the White House on Pennsylvania Avenue. Open 365 days a year, our team is passionate about crafting dishes and drinks from scratch with high-quality ingredients from farmers and suppliers we know and trust. Join us for breakfast, lunch, or dinner, weekday happy hour, and a la carte weekend brunch. 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 neighborhood restaurant.
A photo of Iron Gate restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(3045)
Price: Very Expensive
• Mediterranean • Dupont Circle
Booked 28 times today
Iron Gate, located near Dupont Circle, stands as one of the district’s oldest continuously operating restaurants and is split between a sumptuous dining room, a wisteria covered patio and a handsomely enclosed carriageway that houses the bar.Chef Anthony Chittum, a native of Maryland’s Eastern Shore, and his team have revitalized the space with a menu that takes inspiration for the cuisines of Greece, Sicily, Sardinian and Southern Italy, interpreting those traditions and techniques using the finest products and seasonal ingredients of the Mid-Atlantic.Iron Gate also serves as an idyllic oasis for fine private events both large and small, so please consider us when planning your next fête, we'd love to have you as our guests.
A photo of The Point - DC restaurant
4.5
Awesome(1484)
Price: Expensive
• Seafood • Buzzard Point
Booked 22 times today
The Point brings the thrill and robust flavors of open flame cooking with the freshest seafood in the city. Perfectly situated at the confluence of the Potomac and Anacostia Rivers, our contemporary design, tranquil open-air patio and premium fire pits, compliment the picturesque and panoramic views. Although we cannot guarantee outdoor patio dining for all of our guests. We will try to accommodate as many requests as we can on a first come first serve basis.
A photo of Dauphine’s restaurant
4.6
Exceptional(1432)
Price: Expensive
• Contemporary American • Downtown
Booked 33 times today
Dauphine’s is a modern day incarnation of the dramatic Grande Dame establishments of New Orleans, brought to you by the award winning Long Shot Hospitality - the team behind DC's beloved The Salt Line Restaurants. Dauphine’s utilizes Mid-Atlantic ingredients to prepare classic New Orleans fare while also creating original dishes inspired by the legendary city. All brought to you in a breathtaking spacious downtown restaurant setting with the most beautiful bar in downtown DC, plenty of patio dining, and a festive outdoor bar and garden area. Located in the Midtown Center, Dauphine's is just steps from the White House, National Theater, Convention Center, Cap One Arena and most downtown attractions and provides an elegant yet relaxed dining atmosphere for any occasion. Dauphine’s serves Dinner seven nights a week and Brunch on weekends, with Happy Hour every day 4pm-7pm and an ALL DAY Happy Hour on Sundays - plus don't miss our signature Sunday Live Jazz Brunch! We hope to see you soon!
A photo of Carmine's - Washington DC restaurant
4.5
Awesome(6616)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • Penn Quarter
Booked 83 times today
Carmine's is a family style restaurant offering exceptional value to its guests through the many dishes of Southern Italian cuisine. Restaurateur Artie Cutler crafted Carmine's with a singular vision; bringing his guests abundant portions and making any meal feel like an Italian American wedding feast. Platters of made to order pasta, decadent seafood or meat entrees, and of course homemade desserts are all staples at Carmine's, meant for sharing among friends and family. When great food and wine are supported by friendly and knowledgeable service, the results are magic - we want every day to feel like a Sunday afternoon at Grandma's! We are open for Indoor & Outdoor Dining, Pick-up, Delivery, Catering and Private Parties. Your safety is our priority. DC no longer requires proof of vaccination to dine indoors. Indoor & Outdoor dining are available.
A photo of Boqueria - Dupont restaurant
4.6
Exceptional(2310)
Price: Expensive
• Tapas / Small Plates • Dupont Circle
Booked 37 times today
An energetic yet intimate Barcelona-style tapas bar serving Spanish favorites, seasonal specials, and curated cocktails in a contemporary space with a lively patio several blocks away from Dupont Circle.Perfect for a shared meal of small plates, happy hour with the team, a memorable date night, or weekend brunch!Let us know if you have any seating requirements when making your booking. Parties of 10 or more will enjoy our Chef's Tasting Menu ($52pp plus beverage, tax, and gratuity).Please note that by making a reservation through OpenTable you are agreeing to receive marketing communications from Boqueria.
A photo of Mi Vida, District Wharf restaurant
4.6
Exceptional(2424)
Price: Expensive
• Mexican • Southwest Waterfront
Booked 61 times today
Chef Roberto Santibañez creates a menu inspired by Mexican street food and traditional home cooking of his country, but in a modern, elevated presentation. Guests can enjoy traditional dishes such as Carne Asada, a variety of Tacos, Seasonal Fish, Ceviches and other Contemporary Mexican creations.

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  • GregVIP
    New York City •9 reviews
    4.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    Food was tasty and fresh, although the grilled chicken was somewhat overdone on both of our salads. Very nice atmosphere. Upstairs is a bit quieter, perfect for conversation.
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    Founding Farmers DC: Foggy BottomPrice: Moderate• American• Foggy Bottom
    4.6
  • Edward
    San Francisco Bay Area •15 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 3 days ago
    Very good, as always. Terrific service, warm ambiance. Seven people in our party so we had the full range of the menu. All excellent without exception.
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    Iron GatePrice: Very Expensive• Mediterranean• Dupont Circle
    4.7
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    Charlotte •6 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 3 days ago
    We went all in for the chef's tasting menu with wine pairing. It was excellent. Our waiter was charming and available. It is a loud, vibrant space. I wish it was a little less loud and a little more intimate but that is of course prefernce. The support staff is everywhere, dropping off and picking up plates, filling water, replenishing bread. Only once did they mistime pick-up to remove a plate before we were done. Particular favourites included the cretan dakos salad, hommus, garides saganaki, saffron pilaf, steak mishwi, and lemony potatoes. Tapas can be tough if you're not sure what to get. The tasting menu was great. After a full day of being very thoughtful and on our feet at a couple museums, we only had to be mindful when enjoying each plate, not choosing it.
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    Zaytinya - DCPrice: Expensive• Mediterranean• Penn Quarter
    4.7
  • Matt
    Washington, D.C. Area •3 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 4 days ago
    One of the best brunch meals I’ve had in a long time! Great food and outstanding service!
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    Belga CafePrice: Moderate• Belgian• Capitol Hill
    4.7
  • NigelVIP
    Atlanta •29 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on 14 Feb 2025
    Overall great eating experience. Waitress was awesome.
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    FIG & OLIVE DCPrice: Expensive• Mediterranean• Downtown
    4.5
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