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Dabney: View details, maps, videos, recommended foods
Dabney ($$$$)
(834 ratings)

122 Blagden Aly NW Map It!
Washington, DC 20001
(202) 450-1015
thedabney.com
  • Fried Sugar Toads
    buttermilk fried blowfish tail, doused in hot honey glaze & served w/ salad & buttermilk dressing; "it's a flavor explosion!" -Elena Besser
4.5 out of 5
834 ratings
est. 2015; locally sourced farm-to-table Mid-Atlantic cuisine, served inside a former row house
  • Lamb Shoulder
    spiced & cured, sous vide 12 hours then fire roasted, served w/ salad of onions, sumac, mint & parsley
4.5 out of 5
853 ratings
est. 2017; featuring curated meals to be enjoyed family-style; known for North African & Middle Eastern dishes & flavors
As Seen On:
Best Thing I Ever Ate, Episode: "On a Stick"
  • Insalata Caprese Injection
    one bite: one cherry tomato pierced by pipette that has blended mozzarella and extra virgin olive oil
4.5 out of 5
396 ratings
6-seat bar that offers tasting menu; one of Jose Andres' restaurant
Shouk: View details, maps, videos, recommended foods
Shouk ($$)
(831 ratings)

655 K St NW Map It!
Washington, DC 20001
(202) 652-1464
www.shouk.com
  • Shouk Burger
    veggie burger, roasted tomato, pickled turnip, arugula, charred onion, tahina served in a pita (gluten-free as bowl)
4.5 out of 5
831 ratings
serving street food Israeli-inspired pitas, bowls & salads
2 Amys Neapolitan Pizzeria: View details, maps, videos, recommended foods
2 Amys Neapolitan Pizzeria ($$)
(1757 ratings)

3715 Macomb St NW Map It!
Washington, DC 20016
(202) 885-5700
2amyspizza.com
  • "Norcia" Pizza
    tomato, salami, grilled peppers, fresh mozzarella, grana; looks good
4.0 out of 5
1757 ratings
est. 2001; Neopolitan-style wood-oven pizzeria w/ creative combinations & wine selection
  • Creme Brulee Doughnut
    vanilla pastry cream filled, vanilla glazed, sugar bruleed square donut
4.0 out of 5
1348 ratings
est 2013; known for fried chicken & original donut creations
Call Your Mother: View details, maps, videos, recommended foods
Call Your Mother ($$)
(569 ratings)

3301 Georgia Ave NW Map It!
Washington, DC 20010
(202) 450-5307
www.callyourmotherdeli.co...
  • "The Amar'e" Latke Sandwich
    potato pancakes, candied salmon cream cheese, cucumber, crispy shallots & seasonal greens on za'atar; looks good
4.0 out of 5
569 ratings
est. 2016; 6 locations; neighborhood bagel shop & deli
Founding Farmers: View details, maps, videos, recommended foods
Founding FarmersSee Founding Farmers Video ($$)
(16587 ratings)

1924 Pennsylvania Ave NW Map It!
Washington, DC 20006
(202) 822-8783
www.wearefoundingfarmers....
  • Devil-ish Eggs
    sampler w/ various types: Maine lobster, crab, smoked salmon and classic; get fresh eggs from a local farmer everyday
4.0 out of 5
16587 ratings
opened in 2008; offer farm-inspired American true food and drink in a modern, casual and eco-friendly setting; three blocks from the White House
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JaleoSee Jaleo Video ($$$)
(2430 ratings)

480 7th St NW Map It!
Washington, DC 20004
(202) 628-7949
www.jaleo.com
  • Arozz A Banda Con Gambas Paella
    seafood rice-dish
4.0 out of 5
2430 ratings
opened in 1993; one of Jose Andres's restaurant (Jose was named Outstanding Chef of the Year at the 2011 James Beard Foundation Awards)
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Lucky Buns ($$)
(539 ratings)

2000 18th St NW Map It!
Washington, DC 20009
(202) 506-1713
www.luckybunsdc.com
  • Alfie's Bun
    Australian-influenced burger w/ double Creekstone patties, Gouda, runny egg, pineapple, pickled beetroot, arugula, Lucky sauce, grilled red onion; looks good
4.0 out of 5
539 ratings
since 2016; inspired by burger creations of SE Asia, Australia, the UK & beyond
Michel Richard Citronelle: View details, maps, videos, recommended foods
Michel Richard Citronelle [CLOSED] ($$$$)
(248 ratings)

3000 M St NW Map It!
Washington, DC 20007
(202) 625-2150
  • Lobster "Begula" Pasta
    tin can lined w/ lobster meat, a poached egg, Hollandaise sauce and topped w/ black-dyed couscous pasta (making it look like Beluga caviar...and hence the different spelling in the name)
4.0 out of 5
248 ratings
[CLOSED]; James Beard Award winner 2007 (Outstanding Chef, Outstanding Wine Service); meal at the grill-side table inside the kitchen is available
Old Ebbitt Grill: View details, maps, videos, recommended foods
Old Ebbitt GrillSee Old Ebbitt Grill Video ($$)
(10477 ratings)

675 15th St NW Map It!
Washington, DC 20005
(202) 347-4800
www.ebbitt.com
  • "Orca" Platter
    24 shucked oysters, 1-lb lobster, 6 Jonah crab claws, 6 clams, 12 shrimp, cocktail sauce, oyster crackers & lemons; "it's just magic! magic!" -Duff Goldman
4.0 out of 5
10477 ratings
est. 1856; historic tavern & restaurant w/ oyster specials & classic American cuisine
Rasika West End: View details, maps, videos, recommended foods
Rasika West End ($$$)
(1667 ratings)

1190 New Hampshire Ave NW Map It!
Washington, DC 20037
(202) 466-2500
www.rasikarestaurant.com
  • Tikka French Toast
    tomato curry chicken tikka masala marinated overnight, sandwiched in bread & dipped in cilantro-infused batter, then griddled; looks good
4.0 out of 5
1667 ratings
opened in 2005; modern Indian food, showcasing regional curry & traditional preparation styles plus inventive creations
Ted's Bulletin: View details, maps, videos, recommended foods
Ted's Bulletin ($$)
(2419 ratings)

505 8th St SE Map It!
Washington, DC 20003
(202) 544-8337
www.tedsbulletin.com
As Seen On:
Best Thing I Ever Ate, Episode: "Kids' Menu"
  • Grilled Cheese Super Deluxe
    stuffed w/ braised short rib & three cheese mac ā€˜nā€™ cheese; served w/ roma tomato soup; looks good
4.0 out of 5
2419 ratings
est. 2010; modern American diner w/ 6 locations & breakfast all day; multiple locations
Ben's Chili Bowl: View details, maps, videos, recommended foods
Ben's Chili Bowl ($)
(4178 ratings)

1213 U St NW Map It!
Washington, DC 20009
(202) 667-0058
benschilibowl.com
  • Chili Half Smoke
3.5 out of 5
4178 ratings
#28 (101 Tastiest Places to Chowdown); opened in 1958; D.C. landmark; Bill Cosby, President Obama ate here
Good Stuff Eatery: View details, maps, videos, recommended foods
Good Stuff EaterySee Good Stuff Eatery Video ($$)
(2037 ratings)

303 Pennsylvania Ave SE Map It!
Washington, DC 20003
(202) 543-8222
www.goodstuffeatery.com
  • Obama Burger
  • Toasted Marshmallow Milkshake
    blended vanilla ice cream & marshmallow gelee, topped w/ toasted marshmallow
3.5 out of 5
2037 ratings
est. 2008; "handcrafted burgers, hand cut fries, handspun shakes & farm fresh salads made w/ the highest quality ingredients" (from its website); President Obama ate here
Tune Inn: View details, maps, videos, recommended foods
Tune Inn ($)
(528 ratings)

331 Pennsylvania Ave SE Map It!
Washington, DC 20003
(202) 543-2725
As Seen On:
Best Thing I Ever Ate, Episode: "Mess Hall"
  • Beer-Battered Burger
    grilled, beer battered, deep fried & topped w/ cheese, fried egg, lettuce, tomato, pickles & house sauce on a bun, served w/ fries; "juicy, good old American beef" -Alex Guarnaschelli
3.5 out of 5
528 ratings
opened in 1947; Congress members to blue collar frequent here; comfort food & drinks in a longstanding, quirky location; self-proclaimed dive "and very proud of it!"
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District of Columbia

  (17 restaurants)