Washington Restaurants

This is the Washington Post restaurant critic's top pick for steak in Washington, especially when it comes to rib eye and shell steak. About half of the menu's main courses are beef entrees, including an excellent grille... more

Named for the Oval Office in the nearby White House, this restaurant draws the famous figures who have been invited to the establishment's namesake. The spirit of Washington's political scene is captured in the murals that domi... more

IndeBleu is a contemporary restaurant which combines a contemporary atmosphere with modern Indian cuisine. Opened in 2004, the restaurant immediately brought the attention of high society members for its trendy décor, ba... more

Chef/Owner Robert Wiedmaier of Marcel's opens a casual, contemporary brasserie named after his younger son. This brand new stunning space features an open steel and glass kitchen visible from three sides, set across from a uniq... more

Michel Richard's modern American brasserie, is located on Penn. Ave NW between the White House and the Capitol. We serve Michel's tribute to great American cuisine, both modern and classic, with a French accent. A vibrant bar s... more

Dining at this innovative American restaurant, No. Ten Thomas Circle at the Washington Plaza Hotel is a delightful experience. Chef Jon Dornbusch is known for adding something to his dishes that is just a little bit unexpected... more

This Vietnamese restaurant serves authentic dishes in a charming and intimate setting. The real draw here is the lunch special. You get three dishes and a salad, making this quite possibly the most inexpensive lunch to be found... more

Japanese screens and tatami mats create a welcoming atmosphere. The service is formal and helpful. A party room is also available by reservation. All of the traditional dishes are available here, along with delicious cuts of su... more

Palette Restaurant and Bar is into a different kind of fusion, joining the concepts of a restaurant and an art gallery. Sophisticated hues of blue, beige and brown create a classy ambience. The amazing decor would let you know... more

This restaurant has been a landmark near Dupont Circle since 1965, well before the explosion of ethnic restaurants in Washington. The dining area is formally designed and decorated in elegant Indian style. It is a quiet, conser... more