Dining in Washington DC
1789 Restaurant
1226 Thirty-Sixth Street Northwest • Washington, DC 20007
202-965-1789
Decorated with American antiques, period equestrian and historical prints, and Limoges china, this elegant restaurant offers five exquisite dining rooms with comfortable surroundings and serves a menu which combines seasonal regional ingredients into true world-class cuisine, complemented by a masterful wine list.
Diner, The
2453 18th Street, Northwest • Washington, DC 20009
Located in Adams Morgan
202-232-8800
The Diner is open 24 hours a day.
Hamburger Mary's
1337 14th Street Northwest • Washington, DC 20005
202-232-7010
A D.C favorite serving juicy hamburgers and other favorites.
M & S Grill
600 Thirteenth Street Northwest • Washington, DC 20005
202-347-1500
Featuring high ceilings, beveled glasswork decor, and a stained glass-accented bar, this classic American grill offers an extensvie selection of USDA prime steaks and chops, fresh daily seafood selections, and roasted chicken entrees on the menu and the bar is a popular spot to enjoy cocktails made the old-fashioned way. Located across the street from the Metro Center in DC's theater district, M&S Grill is three blocks east of the White House, one block off Pennsylvania Avenue, convenient to major museums, and just 5 blocks from the MCI Center.
Nathan's Restaurant
3150 M Street Northwest • Washington, DC 20007
202-338-2600
A unique American style restaurant which features a front bar room with a nautical theme and a back room which is a civilized, candlelit dining room that offers an array of classic American fare.
Nick's Riverside Grille
3050 K Street Northwest • Washington, DC 20007
Located in Georgetown's Washington Harbour
202-342-3535
Overlooking the Potomac River, the Kennedy Center, and the Washington Harbour, this restaurant offers both indoor and outdoor dining options and serves a menu which is mostly sandwiches and bar fare, yet includes inventive appetizers, pastas, seafood, and steaks.
Old Ebbitt Grill
675 Fifteenth Street Northwest • Washington, DC 20005
202-347-4801
Established in 1856, this popular restaurant is Washington's oldest bar and they offer upscale American saloon cuisine with an emphasis on fresh and seasonal ingredients. Free valet parking is provided every evening with some restrictions. Located around the corner from the Whiite House in front of the Department of Treasury.
Proof
775 G Street, Northwest • Washington, DC 20001
202-737-7663
Proof is "a wine-centric restaurant featuring modern American cuisine." more... map
Restaurant Nora
2132 Florida Avenue Northwest • Washington, DC 20008
202-462-5143
America's first certified organic restaurant, this elegant restaurant is decorated with antique crib quilts and architectural pieces and offers a wide range of organic cuisine made using seasonal, fresh organic food and prepared in a healthy, balanced way. A spectacular, award-winning wine list complements your meal and reservations are recommended.
Sequoia Restaurant
3000 K Street Northwest • Washington, DC 20007
202-944-4200
Be greeted by high ceilings, warm lighting, and cherry wood tables while at this restaurant that features tall windows overlooking the scenic Potomac River. Highlights on the menu include duck and pine nut dumplings, crab cakes, and tender rack of lamb.
Station 9 Restaurant
1438 U Street, Northwest • Washington, DC 20009
202-667-1661
Set in a former 1912 post office on U Street, Station 9 exudes a sophisticated vibe that matches its midpriced Contemporary American fare. An upstairs area, open for now on weekends only, offers casual perches for specialty cocktails and nibbles.