Recognized for its excellence in authentic Chinese cuisine, Full Kee has been the long-time recipient of the “Top 100 Chinese Restaurants in the USA” award.
Full Kee is definitely one of the most authentic Cantonese (Hong Kong style) fare worth trying in Chinatown. Before you walk in, just don’t be frightened by the full-size roasted ducks hanging in the glassed-in front kitchen.

Oyamal Cocina Mexicana has been bringing Mexico’s rich regional diversity with a swirl of modern urban atmosphere of its national capital to the DC Penn Quarter since 2007. With a lively dining room decorated by colorful masks and butterfly mobiles, the restaurant further compliments its originality with a creative menu and cocktail list.

Oyamel is the only place in town that serves insects, as well as, upscale Mexican specialties. Try some grasshopper tacos if you are feeling adventurous. If not, try the antitijitos, traditional snacks or small plates, with guacamole, made fresh tableside.

While there are many shops in Eden Center that sell traditional Vietnamese food, but Song Que (pronounced “Song Way”) is one that is definitely worth visiting.
SongQue scores every time with their banh mi French-influenced sandwich. The fresh, crusty baguettes are filled with garden-fresh vegetables and flavorful meats. This deli offers not only traditional cuisine, but also an impressive bakery, supplying fresh refreshments, packaged finger foods, and sweet snacks.
With a huge selection of exotic ice cream flavors, an endless list of bubble teas, this is also a great place for desserts, with a decidedly Vietnamese flavor. Whether you are familiar with Vietnamese food or are just trying for the first time, Song Que is definitely the place to start!

Biergarten Haus is the only beer garden in the city! Come year round and enjoy a shaded courtyard in the summer and a heated outdoor winter wonderland in the winter! With thirty-five hundred square feet of …

This new pint-size confectioner in Georgetown is the buzziest spot in town! The adorable, homey storefront is welcoming and the colorful display case beautifully displays a wide array of the different types of macarons.
Each macaron is handmade and proudly sports a different personality. The blood orange and raspberry ones are filled with sweet, smooth jelly center fillings and the vanilla bean, rose, coconut flavors are packed with a light aromatic cream.

With a Day of the Dead motif, Bandolero is one of the newest Mexican restaurants in town. The two-story high restaurant is decked out with animal skulls and beautiful mosaic. Most importantly, it proudly displays a menu with classic Mexican dishes with untraditional flavors.

A feast here includes wrapping octopus, lobsters, suckling pig, and even house-made chicharones paired with nine different varieties of margaritas (eight by the glass, one as cake and ice cream) and a list of cocktails that is heavy on tequila and mescal.

Ripple, located in Cleveland Park, is a restaurant that focuses on dishes made with organic and locally acquired produce. Not only does it guarantee the customers with an enjoyable time, but also many pleasant surprises as the menu are updated daily.
Now, the restaurant expands to include a grilled cheese bar where guests in the bar area can choose creative sandwiches with Ripple’s list of 15 amazing cheeses.

The name “Rasika” is derived from ancient Sanskrit to mean “flavors.” This appropriately named modern Indian Restaurant is owned by Ashok Bajaj, the recent winner of Washingtonian’s Restaurateur of the Year.
This dynamic restaurant is bejewel with contemporary décor, striking Indian art, and an elegant ceiling made with a combination of dark and light woods.
The award-winning Rasika not only looks modern and hip, but also showcases an authentic Indian fare. Options range from food prepared on the tawa (griddle) to dishes from the sigri (open barbeque).

With 20 years of baking experience, spiced with years of globe-trotting and a passion for tasty treats, Crepes At The Market is a must-go hotspot for crepe connoisseurs.
Just a whiff of the creamy, rich batter, …

The Blue Duck Tavern located inside the Hyatt Hotel offers a sunken garden veranda with an outdoor fountain, adding a distinct element of romance and elegance.
Featuring its classic and wholesome American meals with a …

Looking for a new place to try exciting and exotic new flavors? Come to Etete where you are promised an authentic Ethiopian dining experience with a contemporary flare!
Located in Little Ethiopia, Etete is a family-owned restaurant where people from all walks of life come to try flavorful Ethiopian soul food and eating with their hands for the very first time. Trust me, they all came back for more.

Everyone knows Masa 14 at the corner of U street and 14th street. It is that busy and upbeat Asian-Latino fusion restaurant with an electrifying vibe that everyone is willing to line up for, even after a long day of work! With an interesting concept of blending Asian and Spanish cuisines, the menu offers a wide array of choices – you are not in a mood for Chinese? That’s okay, they have Korean and Japanesy tapas dish for you to try over fancy drinks with fancy names

Ben’s Chili Bowl is a proud landmark of DC’s history since the 1950s, surviving through the DC riots of the late 60s and the devastating economic crisis during the 70s and 80s.
Despite all this, they …

Who says that you need to be by the Seine to enjoy a taste of old Paris?
At Café Montmartre, with its exquisite interior and elegant front patio, it offers a taste of authentic Europe. Serving …

We all know that frozen yogurt is healthy and delicious; however, at Mr. Yogato, it is also amusing and ridiculous! If you walk into the yogurt shop for the first time, you may be overwhelmed by …

Stepping into Rocklands Barbeque and Grilling Company you will see a huge bucket of peanuts, a whole bookshelf of hot sauce selection, and several rolls of no-nonsense paper towels – you know this is the …

It is not an overstatement to say that Heritage India is one of the best Indian restaurants in the district. Selected by the Washingtonian as one of the “100 Very Best Restaurants” and the recipient of …

Looking forward to your next vacation? Take a breather at Zorba’s Café.
With its scenic photographs, exotic bouzouki music, and the blue-white café reminiscent of Santorini, Zorba’s is the place for your temporary escape to Greece. As …

Zenobia Lounge is an amazing and unique amalgamation of a multicultural café, a bookshop, a souvenir store with gifts, and a shisha/hookah lounge.
Not only does Zenobia provides an eclectic selection of traditional delicacies from the Middle …

In a high-powered city like Washington, DC , political and corporate careers are not everyone’s cup of tea. The Kallinis sisters risked their life savings and gave up their corporate jobs in fashion and finance just …

In the mood for a little updated Italian? Factor in a trip to Teatro Goldoni on your next restaurant tour of DC.  With traditional Italian favorites, as well as a few modern surprises, Teatro Goldoni will …

Take a break from the hustle and bustle of city life, and enjoy a warm, rich meal at Georgetown’s, La Chaumiere, a hallmark of unpretentious French cuisine with a country inn atmosphere.  Cozy up at a …