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Federalist Pig is one of DC.

1. Federalist Pig

8.8
1654 Columbia Rd NW, Washington, D.C.
BBQ Joint · Adams Morgan · 21 tips and reviews

Adam M.Adam Molyneux-Berry: The ribs, sandwiches and brussel sprouts are truly epic. I’ve been coming at least once a week since I discovered this place! Come before 8 to avoid the queues. Be warned, they’re food runs out!

Texas Jack's Barbecue is one of DC.

2. Texas Jack's Barbecue

8.8
2761 Washington Blvd, Arlington, VA
BBQ Joint · Lyon Park · 42 tips and reviews

Crystal P.Crystal Park: Yooo the brisket here is amaaaaazingggg and the short rib is sooo worth the price. Also the Brussels sprouts omg I dream of them that's how good they are.

Maydan is one of DC.

3. Maydan

9.1
1346 Florida Ave NW (btwn 13th & 14th St NW), Washington, D.C.
Middle Eastern Restaurant · U-Street · 25 tips and reviews

Ashley R.Ashley Rose: Take a group of friends. Sit at the communal table and indulge in a Georgian feast. Aside from the incredible lamb- the spreads were a surprise favorite especially the garlicky whipped olive oil.

Izakaya Seki is one of DC.

4. Izakaya Seki

8.8
1117 V St NW, Washington, D.C.
Japanese Restaurant · U-Street · 62 tips and reviews

Washington PostWashington Post: With its small plates and fresh fish, this serene Japanese restaurant, just 40 seats on two floors, attracts Japanese speakers in droves.

Peking Gourmet Inn is one of DC.

5. Peking Gourmet Inn

8.7
6029 Leesburg Pike (at Glen Carlyn Rd), Falls Church, VA
Chinese Restaurant · Leesburg Pike, Falls Church, VA · 128 tips and reviews

Jessica S.Jessica Shim: Peking duck featured on The Food Network's The Best Thing I Ever Ate

Zaytinya is one of DC.

6. Zaytinya

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

Suzanne L.Suzanne L: Absolutely amazing, creative and flavoursome mezze. Brussel sprouts with berries, scallops with dill, melt-in-the-mouth lamb shank with eggplant puree, baklava icecream and amazing melon sorbet. Every

Compass Coffee is one of DC.

7. Compass Coffee

8.7
1401 I St NW (at 14th St NW), Washington, D.C.
Coffee Shop · Downtown-Penn Quarter-Chinatown · 15 tips and reviews
Peregrine Espresso is one of DC.

8. Peregrine Espresso

8.2
660 Pennsylvania Ave SE (at 7th St SE), Washington, D.C.
Coffee Shop · Capitol Hill · 106 tips and reviews
Cork Wine Bar and Market is one of DC.

9. Cork Wine Bar and Market

8.3
1805 14th St NW (Between S & T St NW), Washington, D.C.
Restaurant · U-Street · 23 tips and reviews

Gilt CityGilt City: This place serves up savory spreads, house-made sandwiches, charcuterie and more – plus extras to stock the perfect luxe kitchen and pantry, including wine, olive oil, crackers and much more.