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Penn Quarter/Chinatown Dining Guide
Oyamel Cocina Mexicana is one of Penn Quarter/Chinatown Dining Guide.

1. Oyamel Cocina Mexicana

8.8
401 7th St NW (at D St NW), Washington, D.C.
Mexican Restaurant · Penn Quarter · 326 tips and reviews

Behrad EatsBehrad Eats: You really can't go wrong with any of the taco options here, but highly recommend the pescado Baja California, lengua guisada, carnitas estilo Michoacán, and pancita de puerco al pastor tacos.

2. Zaytinya

9.0
701 9th St NW (at G St. NW), Washington, D.C.
Mediterranean Restaurant · Downtown-Penn Quarter-Chinatown · 411 tips and reviews

Behrad EatsBehrad Eats: Order the Clean Monday to drink, it's cucumber & mint-infused gin, St. Germain, cava, and you can order by the carafe!

Hill Country Barbecue Market is one of Penn Quarter/Chinatown Dining Guide.

3. Hill Country Barbecue Market

7.7
410 7th St NW (btwn D & E St NW), Washington, D.C.
BBQ Joint · Penn Quarter · 271 tips and reviews

Behrad EatsBehrad Eats: Mondays are All You Can Eat brisket, pork spare ribs, market chicken & sides. I recommend the mac & cheese, sweet potato bourbon mash & corn pudding. Make sure to go there hungry, it's a lot of food!

Luke's Lobster is one of Penn Quarter/Chinatown Dining Guide.

4. Luke's Lobster

8.0
624 E St NW (btwn 6th & 7th St NW), Washington, D.C.
Seafood Restaurant · Penn Quarter · 69 tips and reviews

Behrad EatsBehrad Eats: Lobster Schooner combo is great. Just the right amount of butter and mayo on the bun complement the lobster perfectly. Go with the sarsaparilla root soda as well!

Taylor Gourmet is one of Penn Quarter/Chinatown Dining Guide.

5. Taylor Gourmet

624 E St. NW (at 7th St NW), Washington, D.C.
Sandwich Spot · Penn Quarter · 27 tips and reviews

Behrad EatsBehrad Eats: Everything on the menu looks great, but I loved the Broad Street which is a chicken cutlet hoagie with broccoli rabe and sharp provolone. If you're with a friend also get the Taylor Sampler side.

Graffiato is one of Penn Quarter/Chinatown Dining Guide.

6. Graffiato

707 6th St NW (btwn G & H St NW), Washington, D.C.
Italian Restaurant · Chinatown · 189 tips and reviews

Behrad EatsBehrad Eats: So many delicious items here. The bone marrow is phenomenal, the chicken thigh with pepperoni sauce is amazing, the pork ribs exquisite and the Jersey Shore pizza is out of this world!

Daikaya is one of Penn Quarter/Chinatown Dining Guide.

7. Daikaya

8.7
705 6th St NW, Washington, D.C.
Ramen Restaurant · Chinatown · 285 tips and reviews

Behrad EatsBehrad Eats: Lives up to the hype! You'll have some of the best ramen here! I recommend the Spicy Miso Ramen with chashu and egg add-ons.

Pi Pizzeria is one of Penn Quarter/Chinatown Dining Guide.

8. Pi Pizzeria

910 F St NW (btwn 9th & 10th St NW), Washington, D.C.
Pizzeria · Downtown-Penn Quarter-Chinatown · 225 tips and reviews

Behrad EatsBehrad Eats: Two must-try pizzas, the Kirkwood deep dish and the East Loop thin crust. You will not be disappointed!

9. Cuba Libre

7.5
801 9th St NW, Suite A (at H St NW), Washington, D.C.
Cuban Restaurant · Downtown-Penn Quarter-Chinatown · 154 tips and reviews

Behrad EatsBehrad Eats: El Cubano is a must to try!

10. Rosa Mexicano

575 7th St NW (at F St NW), Washington, D.C.
Mexican Restaurant · Penn Quarter · 123 tips and reviews

Behrad EatsBehrad Eats: The Alambra ala Mexicana was good but not amazing. I'd stick with just drinks and guacamole here, not an entire dinner.

b DC Penn Quarter is one of Penn Quarter/Chinatown Dining Guide.

11. b DC Penn Quarter

801 Pennsylvania Ave NW (at 8th St NW), Washington, D.C.
Burger Joint · Penn Quarter · 57 tips and reviews

Behrad EatsBehrad Eats: They're serious about burgers here and for good reason, because they're delicious! The Squealer is 1/2 pork 1/2 beef w/ bacon, lettuce, pickles, cheese, tomato mustard & mayo - highly recommend!

Chinatown Express is one of Penn Quarter/Chinatown Dining Guide.

12. Chinatown Express

6.2
746 6th St Nw (at H St), Washington, D.C.
Chinese Restaurant · Chinatown · 126 tips and reviews

Behrad EatsBehrad Eats: This hole in the wall is a real hidden gem, they make their own noodles by had fresh everyday. I recommend the delicious Fresh Noodle Soup with Roast Duck.

Shake Shack is one of Penn Quarter/Chinatown Dining Guide.

13. Shake Shack

8.4
800 F St NW (at 9th St NW), Washington, D.C.
Burger Joint · Penn Quarter · 107 tips and reviews

Behrad EatsBehrad Eats: No question about it, The Shack Stack is the way to go, it combines the crispy, gooeyness of the 'Shroom Burger & the meatiness of the Cheeseburger topped with Shack Sauce. Perfection!

14. Jaleo

8.7
480 7th St NW (at E St NW), Washington, D.C.
Tapas Restaurant · 256 tips and reviews

Behrad EatsBehrad Eats: You simply can't beat $4 sangria and tapas during happy hour!

The Partisan is one of Penn Quarter/Chinatown Dining Guide.

15. The Partisan

709 D St NW, Washington, D.C.
New American Restaurant · Penn Quarter · 45 tips and reviews

Behrad EatsBehrad Eats: You can't go wrong with the Triple Stack Burger here, it has two dry-aged beef patties, chorizo, bacon braised onions, American cheese and tomato aioli on a kaiser roll. Fantastic!

Red Apron Butchery is one of Penn Quarter/Chinatown Dining Guide.

16. Red Apron Butchery

709 D St NW (at 7th St NW), Washington, D.C.
Deli · Penn Quarter · 32 tips and reviews

Behrad EatsBehrad Eats: Wow, the Muffuletta sandwich is delicious! It consists of Bologna, Mortadella, Salami, Smoked Ham, Provolone, Mustard and Olive Salad served on Focaccia. You won't be disappointed!

City Tap House Penn Quarter is one of Penn Quarter/Chinatown Dining Guide.

17. City Tap House Penn Quarter

8.0
901 9th St. NW (I St NW), Washington, D.C.
American Restaurant · Chinatown · 99 tips and reviews

Behrad EatsBehrad Eats: Must try the Blue Crab Mac N' Cheese with jumbo lump crab and fontina cheese. It is fantastic!

Chinatown Coffee Company is one of Penn Quarter/Chinatown Dining Guide.

18. Chinatown Coffee Company

475 H St NW (btwn 4th & 5th St NW), Washington, D.C.
Coffee Shop · Downtown-Penn Quarter-Chinatown · 135 tips and reviews

Behrad EatsBehrad Eats: Great coffee, good atmosphere and friendly staff!

CHOPT is one of Penn Quarter/Chinatown Dining Guide.

19. CHOPT

8.5
730 7th St NW (at G St NW), Washington, D.C.
Salad Restaurant · Chinatown · 71 tips and reviews

Behrad EatsBehrad Eats: New Mexico Verde salad burrito bowl is a hearty option: slow-cooked chicken, rattlesnake beans & brown rice over avocado, Mexican corn, spinach, purple cabbage, creamy chimichurri & red chile sauce.

Penn Commons is one of Penn Quarter/Chinatown Dining Guide.

20. Penn Commons

700 6th St NW, Washington, D.C.
American Restaurant · Chinatown · 27 tips and reviews

Behrad EatsBehrad Eats: The Pulled Pork Hand Pies with Carolina Sauce are a great bar snack to accompany the great beer selection.

Matchbox Vintage Pizza Bistro is one of Penn Quarter/Chinatown Dining Guide.

21. Matchbox Vintage Pizza Bistro

713 H St NW (btwn 7th & 8th St NW), Washington, D.C.
Pizzeria · Chinatown · 278 tips and reviews

Behrad EatsBehrad Eats: The mini burger appetizer is a must! Hand-pattied certified angus beef, toasted brioche, pickles, onion straws, and a choice of gouda, mozzarella or gorgonzola.

Momofuku CCDC is one of Penn Quarter/Chinatown Dining Guide.

22. Momofuku CCDC

1090 I St NW (11th St), Washington, D.C.
Asian Restaurant · Downtown-Penn Quarter-Chinatown · 63 tips and reviews

Behrad EatsBehrad Eats: Don't leave without having the slurpalicious Momofuku Ramen with pork belly, pork shoulder, and a poached egg

Wiseguy NY Pizza is one of Penn Quarter/Chinatown Dining Guide.

23. Wiseguy NY Pizza

8.7
300 Massachusetts Ave NW (at 4th & H St NW), Washington, D.C.
Pizzeria · Downtown-Penn Quarter-Chinatown · 100 tips and reviews

Behrad EatsBehrad Eats: Go-to late-night spot for NY-style pizza. Can't decide which one to order? Get on slice of each!

R.F.D. Washington is one of Penn Quarter/Chinatown Dining Guide.

24. R.F.D. Washington

810 7th St NW (btwn H & I Sts. NW), Washington, D.C.
Bar · Chinatown · 160 tips and reviews

Behrad EatsBehrad Eats: Getting loaded on beers? Then the Loaded Tots topped with cheddar cheese sauce, bacon, cilantro, red onion, & lime crema are a must!

Bantam King is one of Penn Quarter/Chinatown Dining Guide.

25. Bantam King

8.0
501 G St NW (at 5th St NW), Washington, D.C.
Ramen Restaurant · Chinatown · 37 tips and reviews

Behrad EatsBehrad Eats: The Sui Gyoza are delicious boiled chicken dumplings with chili oil that are super meaty with just a hint of heat.

Carving Room Kitchen & Bar is one of Penn Quarter/Chinatown Dining Guide.

26. Carving Room Kitchen & Bar

300 Massachusetts Avenue NW (btwn H & 4th Sts NW), Washington, D.C.
Bar · Downtown-Penn Quarter-Chinatown · 29 tips and reviews

Behrad EatsBehrad Eats: The 'Cigar' sampler lets you to try all the crispy spring rolls: Classic - moroccan spiced ground beef served w/ lemon yogurt dipping sauce; Corned Beef Hash; & Chorizo - served w/ house made salsa.

Jetties is one of Penn Quarter/Chinatown Dining Guide.

27. Jetties

7.6
701 8th St NW (at G St NW), Washington, D.C.
Sandwich Spot · Chinatown · 4 tips and reviews

Behrad EatsBehrad Eats: Jetties crushes it with their seasonal Pineapple Pele sandwich, made with rosemary braised pork loin, topped with caramelized onions, watercress, goat cheese, & Spicy Pineapple ketchup on a sub roll.

NoPa Kitchen + Bar is one of Penn Quarter/Chinatown Dining Guide.

28. NoPa Kitchen + Bar

800 F St NW (at 8th St NW), Washington, D.C.
American Restaurant · Penn Quarter · 43 tips and reviews

Behrad EatsBehrad Eats: Look no further than the fantastic Beef Duo consisting of a perfectly cooked rare barrel-cut ribeye, Wagyu beef cheek topped with a quail egg along with asparagus, potato pearls, & red wine jus.

Reren Lamen & Bar is one of Penn Quarter/Chinatown Dining Guide.

29. Reren Lamen & Bar

7.4
817 7th St NW, Washington, D.C.
Ramen Restaurant · Chinatown · 25 tips and reviews

Behrad EatsBehrad Eats: The Gua Bao is made with tender, succulent, pork, hoisin, scallions, & cucumbers.