Eat and Drink - Best Restaurants in Washington DC

From crave-worthy dishes served by celebrity chefs to chili-smothered half-smokes served at a diner, DC’s local flavor has one thing in common: it’s all delicious. Get a taste of what’s to come.
The best restaurants in DC are now some of the best restaurants in America. As old-time classics have taken permanent spots across the city, the best new restaurants in DC have slowly garnered recognition as well—rendering our capital a must-visit for all

Le Diplomate pays homage to French café culture by providing a comfortable place for enjoying classics such as Onion Soup Gratinée, Steak Frites, and Escargots. Towering plateaus of oysters, clams, shrimp cocktail and lobster are the perfect start to a meal, and the crusty made-in-house baguettes are the ideal accompaniment to a selection of regional French cheeses.

Under the direction of celebrated Chef José Andrés and his ThinkFoodGroup team, Zaytinya offers an innovative mezze menu inspired by Turkish, Greek and Lebanese cuisines served up in a sleek and modern setting. 

Columbia Room is a bar created by Derek Brown where cocktails and cuisine merge together to create a memorable experience. We have three distinct spaces—our Tasting Room, Spirits Library and Punch Garden.