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D.C.’s Coziest Spots
Old Ebbitt Grill is one of D.C.’s Coziest Spots.

1. Old Ebbitt Grill

9.1
675 15th St NW (at G St NW), Washington, D.C.
American Restaurant · Downtown-Penn Quarter-Chinatown · 690 tips and reviews

Bon Appetit MagazineBon Appetit Magazine: After a long day at museums, take a seat at the bar for happy hour: no wait, no fuss, more discounted oysters, clams on the half shell, and chilled crab claws than you know what to do with. Read more.

Tryst is one of D.C.’s Coziest Spots.

2. Tryst

8.7
2459 18th St NW (btwn Columbia Rd & Belmont Rd NW), Washington, D.C.
Coffee Shop · Adams Morgan · 298 tips and reviews

DCistDCist: Get comfy with a matcha green tea or chai latte or sip on City Harvest green and black teas—20 percent of all proceeds benefit the City Harvest nonprofit. Read more.

Filomena Ristorante is one of D.C.’s Coziest Spots.

3. Filomena Ristorante

9.0
1063 Wisconsin Ave NW, Washington, D.C.
Italian Restaurant · Georgetown · 183 tips and reviews

Rayshawn W.Rayshawn Williams: There's a reason this was an award winning dish. Best ravioli I've had of all my years eating this pasta. The sauce was incredible and the ravioli was stuffed with delicious brisket.

Le Diplomate is one of D.C.’s Coziest Spots.

4. Le Diplomate

9.2
1601 14th St NW (at Q St NW), Washington, D.C.
French Restaurant · Logan Circle - Shaw · 314 tips and reviews

Karen C.Karen Cooper: Foie gras, trout, beef tartare & crème brûlée were DELICIOUS! Take your time here, it's not for quick meals. The patio was a perfect replica of French café terraces- love, love, love!

Iron Gate is one of D.C.’s Coziest Spots.

5. Iron Gate

8.3
1734 N St NW, Washington, D.C.
Mediterranean Restaurant · Connecticut Avenue - K Street · 60 tips and reviews

Grant D.Grant Dashwood: Cozy little place... small and family style sharing plates makes it ideal for a couple or a group. Outside patio is great too (heaters and rugs essential in winter).

Café Bonaparte is one of D.C.’s Coziest Spots.

6. Café Bonaparte

1522 Wisconsin Ave NW (at Volta Pl. NW), Washington, D.C.
French Restaurant · Georgetown · 59 tips and reviews

Lacey C.Lacey Capps: Everything you expect it to be paired w/ french press coffee, savory crepes ... don't forget the Bonaparte Fries, the aioli is addicting!

Boqueria is one of D.C.’s Coziest Spots.

7. Boqueria

8.7
1837 M St NW (at 19th St NW), Washington, D.C.
Spanish Restaurant · Connecticut Avenue - K Street · 128 tips and reviews

Mariano D.Mariano Ducca: You should try the meatballs and the octopus! Everything is delicious and they have an excellent attention.

Rasika is one of D.C.’s Coziest Spots.

8. Rasika

9.0
633 D St NW (at 7th St NW), Washington, D.C.
Indian Restaurant · Penn Quarter · 193 tips and reviews

RonRon: Excellent Indian food in a nice setting with helpful staff. The palak chaat is as good as everyone says it is.

Keren Restaurant is one of D.C.’s Coziest Spots.

9. Keren Restaurant

1780 Florida Ave NW (18th & U Sts NW), Washington, D.C.
Ethiopian Restaurant · Adams Morgan · 51 tips and reviews

Caitlin L.Caitlin Lawler: Great place to go with friends to share and try new things. You get big portions for a cheap price and everything is delicious. Definitely try the beef tibsi.

Bad Saint is one of D.C.’s Coziest Spots.

10. Bad Saint

3226 11th St NW, Washington, D.C.
Filipino Restaurant · Columbia Heights · 37 tips and reviews

MelodyMelody: The Willy Santos cocktail was wonderful as were the fried branzino and kinilaw. Yum!! The one dessert they offer - bilo bilo - was very tasty. I can't wait to go back and try the other yummy dishes!

Fogo de Chao is one of D.C.’s Coziest Spots.

11. Fogo de Chao

8.7
1101 Pennsylvania Ave NW (at 11th St NW), Washington, D.C.
Brazilian Restaurant · Downtown-Penn Quarter-Chinatown · 118 tips and reviews

Maggie M.Maggie MacG: You can eat for days. They tell you not to fill up on the salads but they are very good. Paired red meat with red and yellow peppers for a delicious combo.

BLT Steak is one of D.C.’s Coziest Spots.

12. BLT Steak

1625 I Street NW (btwn 16th & 17th St NW), Washington, D.C.
Steakhouse · Connecticut Avenue - K Street · 82 tips and reviews

Carl Lu Y.Carl Lu Yin: Excellent food with excellent service! Everything is lovely from the starting bread to the dessert. The aged ribeye steak is great.

Calabash Teahouse & Cafe is one of D.C.’s Coziest Spots.

13. Calabash Teahouse & Cafe

8.0
1847 7th St NW, Washington, D.C.
Tea Room · U-Street · 22 tips and reviews

Reese B.Reese B: Calabash crafts a warming experience around the magic of tea, good music, and a welcoming space.My favorite tea is Desert Rose (ice cold w/ agave), but check with the staff for your elixir of choice.

Dangerously Delicious Pies is one of D.C.’s Coziest Spots.

14. Dangerously Delicious Pies

8.6
1339 H St NE (at Linden Ct. NE), Washington, D.C.
Pie Shop · Capitol Hill · 131 tips and reviews

Markus T.Markus Tarjamo: The Pie is great, both hot and cold, and the shop is warm and welcoming. On the Avenue. A must visit location for Hampden and the City of Baltimore. Walking distance from Hopkins.

Smoke & Barrel is one of D.C.’s Coziest Spots.

15. Smoke & Barrel

2471 18th St NW, Washington, D.C.
BBQ Joint · Adams Morgan · 121 tips and reviews

John S.John Stevenson: This is one of the best restaurants in DC. Great meat/bbq selections and an extensive vegan menu. Fantastic beer and whiskey selection; amazing carrot cake. Do have the cheese grits.