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20 favorite restaurants
L'Auberge Chez Francois is one of 20 favorite restaurants.

1. L'Auberge Chez Francois

9.6
332 Springvale Rd, Great Falls, VA
French Restaurant · 37 tips and reviews

Washingtonian MagazineWashingtonian Magazine: Formal old-world service, antique-filled dining rooms, and a prix fixe menu with amuse-bouches and other extras make dinners here special.

Zaytinya is one of 20 favorite restaurants.

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
Jaleo is one of 20 favorite restaurants.

3. Jaleo

7271 Woodmont Ave (at Elm St.), Bethesda, MD
Tapas Restaurant · 68 tips and reviews

beckalimbeckalim: Enjoy tapas and hang out with friends!

Serbian Crown Restaurant is one of 20 favorite restaurants.

4. Serbian Crown Restaurant

1141 Walker Rd, Great Falls, VA
Eastern European Restaurant · No tips or reviews
Old Europe is one of 20 favorite restaurants.

5. Old Europe

8.1
2434 Wisconsin Ave NW, Washington, D.C.
German Restaurant · Glover Park · 22 tips and reviews

RickRick: If you like German food, you'll like Old Europe. I also reviewed this restaurant while at the Washington Diplomat. Enjoy! Read more.

6. Rocklands

891 Rockville Pike, Rockville, MD
BBQ Joint · Central Rockville · 2 tips and reviews

Jenna W.Jenna Weaker: great ribs!

Morton's The Steakhouse is one of 20 favorite restaurants.

7. Morton's The Steakhouse

7.7
11956 Market St, Reston, VA
Steakhouse · 31 tips and reviews

Jim C.Jim Catalano: Have the filet, they are great!

La Tasca DC is one of 20 favorite restaurants.

8. La Tasca DC

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

David A.David All: If you prefer dry, tasty sangria, give the Cadillac White Sangria a go. But, remember, when in España, ordering/drinking sangria is frowned upon.

The Cheesecake Factory is one of 20 favorite restaurants.

9. The Cheesecake Factory

6.9
7101 Democracy Blvd Spc 1 (Montgomery Mall), Bethesda, MD
American Restaurant · 50 tips and reviews
Hunter's Bar and Grill is one of 20 favorite restaurants.

10. Hunter's Bar and Grill

6.8
10123 River Rd, Potomac, MD
American Restaurant · 10 tips and reviews

Robert C.Robert Cerbone: Classic Potomac eatery. Everything is great, especially the specials. We come here every week with the kids and can enjoy both kid and adult food in a comfortable atmosphere. Eat in the bar!

Clyde's Tower Oaks Lodge is one of 20 favorite restaurants.

11. Clyde's Tower Oaks Lodge

9.0
2 Preserve Pkwy (at Wootton Pkwy.), Rockville, MD
American Restaurant · Central Rockville · 118 tips and reviews

David B.David Beveridge: Check out the oyster menu at Tower Oaks Lodge.

Buca di Beppo is one of 20 favorite restaurants.

12. Buca di Beppo

6.8
122 Kentlands Blvd, Gaithersburg, MD
Italian Restaurant · 24 tips and reviews

MargaretMargaret: Nice staff, old world atmosphere, good food too!!!

Vasilis Mediterranean Grill is one of 20 favorite restaurants.

13. Vasilis Mediterranean Grill

353 Main St, Gaithersburg, MD
Mediterranean Restaurant · Kentlands, Gaithersburg, Maryland · 13 tips and reviews

Sandy S.Sandy Sivits: I love Greek food and this is some of the bet in Gaithersburg

Raku is one of 20 favorite restaurants.

14. Raku

8.2
7240 Woodmont Ave (btwn Elm St. & Bethesda Ave.), Bethesda, MD
Sushi Restaurant · 49 tips and reviews

LL: The chicken and pork dumplings are awesome. Also try the beef tenderloin bento box.

Mon Ami Gabi is one of 20 favorite restaurants.

15. Mon Ami Gabi

7.7
11950 Democracy Dr, Reston, VA
French Restaurant · 89 tips and reviews

Jenna W.Jenna Weaker: When they have Steak Tartare, order it! Amazing!

Wildfire is one of 20 favorite restaurants.

16. Wildfire

7.6
1714 International Dr (Tyson's Galleria - 3rd Floor), McLean, VA
Steakhouse · 97 tips and reviews

Michael M.Michael Morisi: Excellent food, service and atmosphere. Check it out.

The Counter is one of 20 favorite restaurants.

17. The Counter

7.6
11922 Democracy Drive (at Library St.), Reston, VA
Burger Joint · 80 tips and reviews

Robert D.Robert Double El: Great food and a surprising beer selection. Well done.

Tragara Restaurant is one of 20 favorite restaurants.

18. Tragara Restaurant

4935 Cordell Ave, Bethesda, MD
Italian Restaurant · 1 tip

Jenna W.Jenna Weaker: wonderful service with great ambiance and food!

Lost Society is one of 20 favorite restaurants.

19. Lost Society

7.0
2001 14th St NW (at U St NW), Washington, D.C.
Cocktail Bar · U-Street · 89 tips and reviews

Gilt CityGilt City: Between the soft light, dark alcoves, and plush sofas, this place is perfect for date night. There are even booths equipped with curtains for even more intimate dining.