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Great Places to Eat in Washington DC
Lauriol Plaza is one of Great Places to Eat in Washington DC.

1. Lauriol Plaza

8.3
1835 18th St NW (at T St NW), Washington, D.C.
Mexican Restaurant · Northwest Washington · 264 tips and reviews

Nicolas P.Nicolas Pratt: Try to sit on the Roof Deck.

We, The Pizza is one of Great Places to Eat in Washington DC.

2. We, The Pizza

8.3
305 Pennsylvania Ave SE (btwn 3rd & 4th St), Washington, D.C.
Pizzeria · Capitol Hill · 152 tips and reviews

Nicolas P.Nicolas Pratt: Managed by Top Chef and Iron Chef contestant Spike Mendelsohn.

Good Stuff Eatery is one of Great Places to Eat in Washington DC.

3. Good Stuff Eatery

8.4
303 Pennsylvania Ave SE (at 3rd St. SE), Washington, D.C.
Burger Joint · Capitol Hill · 279 tips and reviews

Washington PostWashington Post: Juicy burgers are served on buttery buns and the toasted marshmallow milkshake spins the taste of the campfire into a thick drink. Standouts: Blazin' Barn burger and the Farmhouse Bacon Cheese burger. Read more.

NuVegan Cafe is one of Great Places to Eat in Washington DC.

4. NuVegan Cafe

2928 Georgia Ave NW (at Hobart Pl NW), Washington, D.C.
Vegan and Vegetarian Restaurant · Pleasant Plains · 78 tips and reviews

Nicolas P.Nicolas Pratt: Try the Vegan Mac N' Cheese, and the Vegan fried Chicken Sandwich. Not very healthy, but very tasty and unique

5. Kangaroo Boxing Club

3412 11th St NW (at Park Rd NW), Washington, D.C.
BBQ Joint · Columbia Heights · 78 tips and reviews

Nicolas P.Nicolas Pratt: Some of the best BBQ in the city. Great craft beer selection. It's tiny, so plan on putting your name down and having a drink beforehand.

Toki Underground is one of Great Places to Eat in Washington DC.

6. Toki Underground

8.5
1234 H St NE (above The Pug), Washington, D.C.
Noodle Restaurant · Capitol Hill · 181 tips and reviews

Nicolas P.Nicolas Pratt: The best Ramen ever. EVER. Try the pork bellies. Also very tiny. Wait times upwards of an hour or two. Be prepared to have a drink downstairs at the Pug. They call/text when your table is ready

Granville Moore's is one of Great Places to Eat in Washington DC.

7. Granville Moore's

8.6
1238 H St NE (btwn 12th & 13th Sts. NE), Washington, D.C.
Gastropub · Capitol Hill · 106 tips and reviews

Nicolas P.Nicolas Pratt: Named after the Doctor who used to own the building, they offer the best belgian fare in the city. Specifically Mussels and Fries. And GREAT belgian Beer. For dinner, show up early(5pm) or late(10pm).

Bistro La Bonne is one of Great Places to Eat in Washington DC.

8. Bistro La Bonne

1340 U St NW, Washington, D.C.
Bistro · U-Street · 42 tips and reviews

Nicolas P.Nicolas Pratt: An unassuming, reasonably-priced, non-pretentious French restaurant that serves amazing food. A brunch favorite of mine for years. The La Bonne full Breakfast (12 bucks!) will leave you stuffed.

Chez Billy is one of Great Places to Eat in Washington DC.

9. Chez Billy

3815 Georgia Ave NW (btwn Quincy & Randolph St), Washington, D.C.
French Restaurant · Petworth · 29 tips and reviews

Nicolas P.Nicolas Pratt: A pretty un-pretentious, but definitely not cheap French restaurant. A super beautiful place though, with rich woods, private booths, and a warm crackling fire in the wintertime. (Great for dates!)

10. Duplex Diner

2004 18th St NW (at U St NW), Washington, D.C.
Diner · Adams Morgan · 32 tips and reviews

Nicolas P.Nicolas Pratt: Get the Mac & Cheese

11. Shake Shack

8.3
1216 18th St NW (at Connecticut Ave NW), Washington, D.C.
Burger Joint · Connecticut Avenue - K Street · 227 tips and reviews

Burger DaysBurger Days: There’s only one on the menu you should order: the Double Shack Burger: two Pat LaFrieda beef patties, American cheese, lettuce, tomato & ShackSauce. It's a greasy, gooey cheesy ball of beefy delight. Read more.

Nando's is one of Great Places to Eat in Washington DC.

12. Nando's

8.4
1210 18th St NW (at Connecticut Ave NW), Washington, D.C.
Portuguese Restaurant · Connecticut Avenue - K Street · 117 tips and reviews

Jesse F.Jesse Ferguson: It's all about the hot chicken, it's super good. The mashed potatos and garlic are both excellent as well.

Ben's Chili Bowl is one of Great Places to Eat in Washington DC.

13. Ben's Chili Bowl

8.4
1213 U St NW, Washington, D.C.
Hot Dog Joint · U-Street · 386 tips and reviews

Travel + LeisureTravel + Leisure: A 60-plus-year-old institution known for its no-frills grub. Our favorite: the Chili Half Smoke, a pork-and-beef smoked sausage on a steamed bun with mustard, onions, and Ben’s signature chili sauce.

Zaytinya is one of Great Places to Eat in Washington DC.

14. Zaytinya

9.0
701 9th St NW (at G St. NW), Washington, D.C.
Mediterranean Restaurant · Downtown-Penn Quarter-Chinatown · 411 tips and reviews
ShopHouse Kitchen is one of Great Places to Eat in Washington DC.

15. ShopHouse Kitchen

1516 Connecticut Ave NW (at Dupont Circle), Washington, D.C.
Asian Restaurant · Northwest Washington · 104 tips and reviews

Nicolas P.Nicolas Pratt: The Asian version of Chipotle. Delicious food, and a good assortment of flavors.

La Tasca DC is one of Great Places to Eat in Washington DC.

16. La Tasca DC

722 7th St NW (btwn G & H Sts NW), Washington, D.C.
Tapas Restaurant · Chinatown · 123 tips and reviews

Kirt F.Kirt Floyd: The tapas and Paella....everytime...

Taqueria Distrito Federal is one of Great Places to Eat in Washington DC.

17. Taqueria Distrito Federal

3463 14th St NW (at Newton St), Washington, D.C.
Mexican Restaurant · Columbia Heights · 46 tips and reviews

Steve F.Steve Field: Definitely the most authentic tacos in the area. A can't miss for some great Mexican cuisine!

Ted's Bulletin is one of Great Places to Eat in Washington DC.

18. Ted's Bulletin

8.9
505 8th St SE (btwn E & G St SE), Washington, D.C.
American Restaurant · Capitol Hill · 304 tips and reviews

AskMenAskMen: This Art Deco space recalls a simpler time, when meatloaf, Sloppy Joes & grilled cheese sandwiches were enough to satisfy a hungry soul. The retro vibe is deliberate. Try the spiked Thai coffee shake. Read more.

Urban Butcher is one of Great Places to Eat in Washington DC.

19. Urban Butcher

8226 Georgia Ave (Ripley St.), Silver Spring, MD
Steakhouse · 38 tips and reviews