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A photo of Petite Cerise restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(157)
Price: Expensive
• French • Mount Vernon Square
Booked 65 times today
Part neighborhood café, part energetic bistro, Petite Cerise is located in a bright and lively historic corner space in Shaw/Mount Vernon Triangle. Petite Cerise features separate à la carte menus for brunch, lunch, and dinner. In addition, Petite Cerise has a Coffee Counter open Tuesday - Friday opening at 8am serving classic coffee and espresso preparations, housemade pastries, and other breakfast items to go or sit down.Dinner offers both an à la carte menu along with a Prix Fixe option. The focus in the evening is to craft unique and innovative dishes utilizing the very best ingredients within the Mid-Atlantic region and beyond skillfully prepared through a French lens.If you decide to join us for a morning coffee, quick mid-day bite, stretch out your lunch over a glass of wine, or gather with friends for an indulgent and creative dinner, we invite you here to celebrate and enjoy.
A photo of Bar Chinois restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(613)
Price: Moderate
• Chinese • Shaw
Booked 59 times today
Bar Chinois is recognized for its constantly-evolving Chinese menu and French-inspired cocktail and wine program. Recent accolades include being listed in the Michelin Dining Guide USA, the Washington Post Fall Dining Guide, Modern Luxury DC Best of the City and 2024 RAMMY Award Winner for Best Bar in DC.Located in Mount Vernon Triangle, Bar Chinois is a short walk from the Washington Convention Center, Capital One Arena, National Mall and Union Station. We offer happy hour specials Tuesday-Sunday from 5 pm-7 pm and a bottomless brunch on weekends.If you are looking for an energetic Washington, DC dining experience with great food, drink and service, we would love to host you!
A photo of Mi Vida Penn Quarter restaurant
4.5
Awesome(411)
Price: Moderate
• Mexican • Penn Quarter
Booked 43 times today
“Mi Vida” translates to “My Life.” However, in Mexico, “Mi Vida” means much more. “Mi Vida” is a term of endearment bestowed on close family and friends to signify love, care and importance. When one says, “Mi Vida,” they are telling someone special how much they mean to them. MI VIDA describes how we feel about our team and our guests. It is our expression of Mexican culture and cuisine as interpreted through the lens of Chef Roberto Santibañez. Our menu is rooted in the history and culinary tradition of Mexico while exploring the ever-changing boundaries of this vibrant and evolving cuisine.
A photo of District Bites at District E restaurant
3.9
Excellent(63)
Price: Moderate
• American • Penn Quarter
Booked 7 times today
District Bites is a full service bar and restaurant, featuring a scratch made menu made from local ingredients, on premise restaurant for District E Powered by Ticketmaster. Centrally located in the historic Chinatown neighborhood of downtown Washington, D.C., District E Powered by Ticketmaster, is located adjacent to Capital One Arena, the home arena for the NBA’s Washington Wizards and NHL’s Washington Capitals. District E Powered by Ticketmaster is the flagship venue for esports and entertainment on the east coast, and offers a unique and immersive experience for esports as well as fans of events at Capital One Arena.
A photo of Joe Theismann's Restaurant restaurant
4.5
Awesome(2374)
Price: Moderate
• American • Alexandria
Booked 30 times today
Celebrating the professional football career of Joe Theismann and the American traditions surrounding professional sports, Joe Theismann's Restaurant presents a menu of upscale bar and pub fare, plus a full bar featuring beer, wine and craft cocktails. The restaurant is centered around a main dining area with flat-screen TVs for watching the game, plus an intimate lounge area flanked by leather sofas, and secondary dining room that can be closed off for private events. Open for lunch, dinner and weekend brunch.
A photo of The Arsenal at Bluejacket restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(1068)
Price: Moderate
• Contemporary American • Navy Yard
Booked 11 times today
The Arsenal is the 200-seat restaurant & bar housed within the brewery, Bluejacket. The menu updates, refines and extends the classic fare of beer halls and public houses by featuring the best locally sourced products available and highlighting reinterpretations of hearty classics such as steamed mussels, artisanal sausages and more. Gourmet sandwiches, seasonal salads & vegetables, alongside approachable bar snacks are the perfect accompaniments to a signature Bluejacket brew.
A photo of The Sovereign restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(671)
Price: Expensive
• Belgian • Georgetown
Booked 28 times today
The Sovereign is a Belgian bar & bistro committed to celebrating the rustic cuisine & fabled brewing culture of Belgium. Located in the vibrant Georgetown neighborhood, the Sovereign's kitchen is led by Executive Chef Andres Zuluaga whose classic, ingredient-driven Belgian dishes draw on French, German & Dutch cooking techniques & traditions. The Sovereign features 50 drafts & more than 350 bottles meticulously curated by Beer Director, Greg Engert.
A photo of Hard Rock Cafe - Washington, DC restaurant
3.9
Excellent(1159)
Price: Moderate
• American • Downtown
Booked 12 times today
Hard Rock Cafe is a global phenomenon with 185 cafes that are visited by nearly 80 million guests each year. The first Hard Rock Cafe opened on June 14, 1971, in London, England, and from there the brand has expanded to major cities and exotic locations around the world.
A photo of Cheesetique - Del Ray restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(671)
Price: Moderate
• American • Alexandria
Booked 25 times today
Cheesetique, established in 2004, is the go-to neighborhood spot for fine cheeses, food-friendly wine, and an eclectic, cheese-centric menu. We’re a specialty cheese and wine shop. We’re a comfortable, cheese-centric restaurant. We’re all things to all cheese lovers, so join us to shop, dine, or both!
A photo of Haikan restaurant
4.6
Exceptional(654)
Price: Moderate
• Ramen • Shaw
Booked 26 times today
Haikan is our second Sapporo Ramen shop in DC after Daikaya. Haikan means, “pipe works” in Japanese, an ode to Atlantic Plumbing Building where we are located. At Haikan, we focused on creating the taste of ramen from the showa period, the golden age of ramen in Japan. There are over 1000 ramen shops in the city of Sapporo alone, and we are excited to share a completely new line-up of traditional Sapporo style ramen in DC. In addition to ramen, we are serving a playful selection of Japanese-inspired kozara (small plates) to share, or to start with, or to make a whole meal of by picking a few of them. Haikan's bar serves a collection of Japanese-inspired cocktails, and a concentrated selection of Japanese sake, shochu, beer, whisky, and more.

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  • Sue
    Palm Springs / Palm Desert Cities •3 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 1 day ago
    Our experience at Petite Cerise was outstanding. We ordered the prix fixe menu and every item was delicious. We had time to enjoy each course and never rushed. The food quality was superior and service very attentive. I highly recommend this restaurant for small parties.
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    Petite CerisePrice: Expensive• French• Mount Vernon Square
    4.7
  • Mark
    Washington, D.C. Area •12 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 1 day ago
    This is the second time for a date dinner here at Mi Vida Penn Quarter, most definitely won’t be the last. Our experience this time was outstanding as usual. From the Hostess to the server (Jose), the food and drink, the manager (Tyson) the attention was perfect. Mixed drinks are mind blowing. They are pricey but it is worth it for cocktails. Ordered Fish tacos and mole beef enchilada ( this is so good I had to order it again, it’s so unfair to the other choices). Great Job Mi Vida PennQuarter. See you soon.
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    Mi Vida Penn QuarterPrice: Moderate• Mexican• Penn Quarter
    4.5
  • John
    Washington, D.C. Area •11 reviews
    4.0
    Dined 1 day ago
    Perfect pregame spot. Good food, good service, prices good for area and well below inside the arena. 5:15/5:30 was great timing to enjoy food and have plenty of time to get to seats and enjoy some pregame activities. Nachos are great as an app for 2-4 people or a meal for 1-2.
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    District Bites at District EPrice: Moderate• American• Penn Quarter
    3.9
  • Sarah
    Chicago / Illinois •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 1 day ago
    Love this place! Garlic noodles, martini, and red chili wontons were all fantastic. Such a great spot!
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    Bar ChinoisPrice: Moderate• Chinese• Shaw
    4.7
  • JeromeVIP
    Chicago / Illinois •15 reviews
    4.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    Wings were good. Crabcakes not what I’d expect for the price or for the DMV area. Brought out 2 Miller lites for the table that were clearly two different beers (different colors and taste). Still it was a nice sports bar / place to watch the game, and food / experience was good- but not great.
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    Joe Theismann's RestaurantPrice: Moderate• American• Alexandria
    4.5
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