Washington DC BEST EATS
$ = Entrées $10 - $20 *
$$ = Entrées $20 - $30
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$$$ = Entrées $30 and up
Old Ebbitt Grill
675 15th St NW.
Washington DC
http://www.ebbitt.com/
Price: $$
Metro: McPherson Square (Blue, Orange)
Dress: Business Casual
Old Ebbitt Grill is the oldest saloon in Washington, DC, dating back to 1856. The landmark restaurant, located near the White
House, features upscale American cuisine in a Victorian setting. It is a popular gathering spot for politicians, congressional
interns, journalists, and tourists.
Ben’s Chili Bowl
1213 U St NW
Washington DC
http://benschilibowl.com/
Price: $
Metro: U Street
Dress: Casual
The Washington landmark that dates back to 1958 is located in the U Street corridor, which was once known as "Black
Broadway." Duke Ellington, Miles Davis, Ella Fitzgerald, Nat King Cole, Redd Foxx, Martin Luther King Jr., Bill Cosby and even
President Barack Obama have been seen eating and just "hanging out" at Ben’s. The casual dining establishment has won
many awards and is recognized as a “must go” place to eat when visiting Washington.
Zaytinya
701 9th St NW
Washington DC
http://www.zaytinya.com/
Price: $$
Metro: Gallery Place Chinatown Metro (Green, Red, Yellow)
Dress: Business Casual
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.
Rasika
633 D Street NW
Washington DC
Alexandria, VA 2202
Metro: Archives (Green, Yellow) Gallery Place Chinatown (Green, Red, Yellow)
http://www.rasikarestaurant.com/
Price: $$$
Transportation: Gallery Place/Chinatown
Rasika offers a modern taste of Indian Cuisine. Rasika offers small plates, modern lounge, and a temperature controlled wine
cellar.Rasika has been named among the top 20 restaurants across America in Zagat’s 201. Rasika’s Vikram Sunderam was
awarded the 2014 James Beard for best chef in the Mid-Atlantic region.
Founding Farmers
1924 Pennsylvania Ave
Washington DC
http://www.wearefoundingfarmers.com/
Price: $$
Located just three blocks west of the White House, the award-winning Founding Farmers is a very cool farmhouse with old
wood, comfortable seating and beautiful community farm tables where folks can gather and enjoy a great meal. The first
floor holds the main dining room and bar area with a mix of booth and table seating. Up the grand staircase, framed on one
side by the exterior wall of the IMF building, one will find the mezzanine’s silo-shaped booths and more handcrafted
community tables, plus smaller, cozy arrangements for more intimate seating.
Matchbox
713 H Street NW
Washington DC
www.matchboxhchinatown.com
Metro: Gallery Place Chinatown Metro (Green, Red, Yellow)
Price: $-$$
Matchbox offers fresh American inspired food and drink in a modern and eco-friendly setting. Our menu includes brick oven
pizza, mini burgers, fresh seafood, and fantastic brunch. Guests can dine on our outdoor patio in nice weather. Matchbox
takes brick over pizzas to a new level.
Oyamel
401 7th St NW
Washington DC
www.oyamel.com
Metro: Archives (Green, Yellow) Gallery Place Chinatown (Green, Red, Yellow)
Price: $-$$
Oyamel is a fine Mexican restaurant located in the Penn Quarter neighborhood of Washington, DC. The food is creatively
prepared and is a welcome departure from typical Mexican chain restaurant fare.