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Best places to eat in Washington, DC
Chef Geoff's is one of Best places to eat in Washington, DC.

1. Chef Geoff's

8.1
3201 New Mexico Ave NW (at Lowell St NW), Washington, D.C.
American Restaurant · Cathedral Heights · 69 tips and reviews

Jim W.Jim Williams: Great little bistro with wonderful salad's and creative soups.

Old Ebbitt Grill is one of Best places to eat in Washington, DC.

2. 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

Jim W.Jim Williams: Best place for comfort food in DC and you might just see anyone there. A great place for food and star sightings.

American City Diner is one of Best places to eat in Washington, DC.

3. American City Diner

5532 Connecticut Ave NW (at Morrison St. NW), Washington, D.C.
Diner · Chevy Chase · 21 tips and reviews

Jim W.Jim Williams: Best grilled cheese and milk shakes in the country. Also good if you want breakfast anytime.

The Palm Restaurant is one of Best places to eat in Washington, DC.

4. The Palm Restaurant

8.1
1225 19th St NW (at Jefferson Pl NW), Washington, D.C.
Steakhouse · Connecticut Avenue - K Street · 47 tips and reviews

Jim W.Jim Williams: Want to see where the Washington power brokers eat? Go to the Palm. Great staff wonderful steak and seafood. Pricey but very good.

CityZen at Mandarin Oriental, Washington DC is one of Best places to eat in Washington, DC.

5. CityZen at Mandarin Oriental, Washington DC

1330 Maryland Ave SW (at 12th St SW), Washington, D.C.
New American Restaurant · Southwest Employment Area · 17 tips and reviews

Jim W.Jim Williams: Best Asian eatery in Washington. If you are up for an adventure try the tempura-fried turbot fin with yuzu vinaigrette. Very good!

Ben's Chili Bowl is one of Best places to eat in Washington, DC.

6. Ben's Chili Bowl

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

Jim W.Jim Williams: This is a DC must. The chilli is hot and plentiful and as a hot dog lover you can't beat Ben's dogs.

Matchbox Vintage Pizza Bistro is one of Best places to eat in Washington, DC.

7. Matchbox Vintage Pizza Bistro

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

Jim W.Jim Williams: OK this is just plain fun. Go to the Chinatown/Gallery Place area and head here. The place will be packed so of course call ahead but the food is good. I like the pizza's but some like mini burgers

Ray's Hell Burger is one of Best places to eat in Washington, DC.

8. Ray's Hell Burger

1713 Wilson Blvd (at N Quinn St.), Arlington, VA
Burger Joint · Colonial Village · 129 tips and reviews

Jim W.Jim Williams: Maybe it is a democrat thing but both President Clinton and now President Obama love Ray's Burger's. They are good and messy!

Marvin is one of Best places to eat in Washington, DC.

9. Marvin

2007 14th St NW (at U St NW), Washington, D.C.
Bar · U-Street · 144 tips and reviews

Jim W.Jim Williams: Paying tribute to DC-native, music legend, Marvin Gaye, Marvin’s serves Southern cuisine including my fav Country Fried Chicken & Waffles Others might like the Cheese Croquettes or Shrimp & Grits.

Clyde's of Georgetown is one of Best places to eat in Washington, DC.

10. Clyde's of Georgetown

8.7
3236 M St NW (btwn Wisconsin & Potomac Aves. NW), Washington, D.C.
American Restaurant · Georgetown · 148 tips and reviews

Jim W.Jim Williams: A really good place to take folks from out of town. You can walk Georgetown and then have a nice meal. Fish & Chips are my fav but lots of good pub food to be had and some good beer if you like.

Shirley Povich Media Center is one of Best places to eat in Washington, DC.

11. Shirley Povich Media Center

6.9
Nationals Park (Press Box), Washington, D.C.
Arts and Entertainment · Navy Yard · No tips or reviews