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Hidden gems: restaurants in Washington
Map viewDiscover the city's hidden treasures—remarkable spots that are relatively undiscovered but offer exceptional experiences. Our selection criteria? A rating of 4.5 or higher with fewer than 150 reviews. Explore these lesser-known yet outstanding places that promise a delightful visit in Washington. Ratings are based from 2160 places in Washington
Old Ebbitt Grill
675 15th St NW 20005-5702
"Delicious flavors in a fancy spot! We tried apps, entrees, cocktails, wine and desert and loved every single bite! It's a nice place to take visiting family members because of the great location near..."
Kramerbooks & Afterwords Cafe
1517 Connecticut Ave NW Just Above Dupont Circle NW 20036-1103
"This place is really nice! The food is good (they have seasonal rotations, so the menu changes often). I’ve been a few times and have always left satisfied. The workers are really friendly. They hav..."
Baked and Wired
1052 Thomas Jefferson St NW 20007-3813
"Had their vegan Oreo cupcake right after a midterm, and it was exactly what I needed. It was so delicious! Sweet, but not too sweet. And I love the shop. So cute! Pairs even better with great company!"
1789 Restaurant
1226 36th St NW 20007-2627
"This restaurant is located in Georgetown a couple of blocks up the hill from the main M street. The restaurant is quaint with low beamed ceilings and cobblestone floors. The walls were covered in ha..."
Luke's Lobster Penn Quarter
624 E St NW 20004-2203
"Small restaurant located in Penn Quarters with a few seats available. The menu is pretty straight forward with 4 things to choose from. Decided to get Luke's Trio to sample all of their rolls. The pre..."
Ristorante TOSCA
1112 F St NW 20004-1308
"If you are looking for an amazing experience and great food this is the place. The staff is extremely friendly and polite. The food is outstanding. Totally worth it!"
west wing cafe
300 New Jersey Ave NW Ste 100 20001-2030
"Nice place, great prices and fresh food"
Zorba's Cafe
1612 20th St NW 20009-1290
"Enjoyed dinner here recently with a large group of 10. They were able to reserve us a section upstairs which was great. They food was amazing! Our group tried the yeros , spinach dip, hummus, chicken..."
Medium Rare
3500 Connecticut Ave NW 20008-6409
"Found this place unintentionally, and it turned out amazing. The atmosphere is awesome, the steak is great, the fries and the gravy are divine and the service is excellent. Like I said to my waiter, o..."
Morton's The Steakhouse
1050 Connecticut Ave NW 20036
"Most delightful experience! Wonderful food, excellent service, tasteful music."
Old Europe Restaurant
2434 Wisconsin Ave NW 20007-1845
"So, I'm stuck at home like everyone else. It's my BIRTHDAY! Where would I love to go eat for my Birthday? Old Europe! So, I think hmmmm maybe I can still get me some Old Europe. Turns out, YES! Delive..."
Convivial
801 O St NW 20001-3525
"We ordered the carry out Lamb, Endive Salad, Key Lime pie and olives. Baguette came with the order and it was INCREDIBLE bread! Amazing value, the ‘serves 2’ served 3 of us easily. Thanks for stay..."
Barmini
501 9th St NW 20004-2155
"Came to Barmini with a reservation on a Friday night to do the cocktail flight. Had such a great time trying a bunch of different innovative cocktails that I would have never of thought or had the pat..."
Edgar Bar & Kitchen
1127 Connecticut Avenue NW 20036
"We celebrated my husbands 30th birthday there. It was amazing! Clean & service was fantastic. Food was the best! And so were the drinks."
The Capital Burger
1005 7th St NW 20001
"Capital Burger is one of our favorite DC restaurants. Food is incredibleas is the service. The staff recognize us when we go and it feels so great to enjoy a meal on 7th Street in Capital Hill. With..."
Tail Up Goat
1827 Adams Mill Rd NW 20009-1901
"Had the melt in your mouth brisket dinner last night with delicious trappings. Tail Up Goat makes dinner to go a special treat- well packaged with finishing instructions. Also loved the tasting notes..."
El Rinconcito Cafe
1129 11th St NW between N L St & N M St 20001-4354
"We went to DC on father's day weekend and found this jewel. A small restaurant but amazing food. We met the owner and he was very nice and even let us try one of his desserts without charging us. We c..."
Tryst Coffee House and Bar
2459 18th St NW 20009-2003
"Amazing brunch spot! Community seating (big wooden tables)and also couches and smaller tables towards the back. I ordered an Irish coffee, due to the winter weather, and it was exactly as I had hoped..."
Pitango Gelato
413 7th St NW 20004-2202
"Best artisanal gelato in Washington D.C. Different outlets. All same high level of quality. Hazelnut superb."
sweetgreen
221 Pennsylvania Ave SE 20003
"This place was THE BOMB! Super nice workers willing to debate entree options with each other for me, calming decor, and the food was so good I forgot to take a picture till I was mostly done. Not too..."