Best Restaurants for Special Occasions in U Street Corridor

182 restaurants available nearby

1. Bresca

4.7

Exceptional(882)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary French / American • U Street Corridor

Booked 19 times today

Bresca offers A La Carte and Tasting Menu options! Parties of 5 or more will be required to do our Chef's Tasting Menu. We are a Contemporary French restaurant and cocktail bar located in the bustling 14th Street neighborhood. Our team explores the finest in seasonal ingredients paired with genuine hospitality.

2. Baby Shank

4.3

Awesome(185)

Price: Expensive

• French / Japanese • Dupont Circle

Booked 2 times today

Baby Shank is a special spot for celebrations. With its French-inspired menu and a range of options including award-winning Fish & Chips sushi rolls, it has something for everyone. The restaurant is praised for its inviting ambiance, tasteful decor, and well-thought-out layout, ensuring guests have ample space and privacy. Reviewers emphasize the excellent service and the restaurant's ability to accommodate large groups with professionalism and efficiency. It's an ideal place for a memorable evening with friends or family.

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3. Filomena Ristorante

4.8

Exceptional(17185)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Georgetown

Booked 139 times today

Filomena Now over 40 Years and counting!Filomena is a Washington DC landmark restaurant now with over 40 years of serving some of the finest Italian food you can enjoy. Our Pasta is fresh made by hand just like it was done for centuries in Italy. Our bakery is in-house, and we make over 20 different desserts to choose from. During Valentine's Day, Easter, Halloween and Christmas you can experience some of the most incredible decorations you can find! Four decades of making not just a great dining experience but a memorable one. Filomena has recently introduced a full line of homemade pasta, sauces, desserts that can be shipped nationwide too!

4. Old Ebbitt Grill

4.8

Exceptional(29727)

Price: Moderate

• American • Downtown

Booked 241 times today

Founded in 1856, Old Ebbitt Grill is Washington, DC's oldest saloon and a must-visit destination for locals and tourists alike. Situated in the heart of the city, just steps from The White House, this historic landmark offers a timeless blend of classic American cuisine and unparalleled hospitality. Old Ebbitt Grill promises a memorable visit filled with a warm ambiance and a seasonal menu spanning from freshly shucked oysters to house-made pastas and perfectly prepared steaks & chops. From the Rooftop Terrace to the Atrium or Cabinet Room, Ebbitt's private dining spaces are ideal for celebrations ranging from small and intimate to grand and stylish.

5. The Dabney

4.7

Exceptional(265)

Price: Very Expensive

• American • Shaw

Booked 13 times today

Located in historic Blagden Alley in D.C.'s Shaw neighborhood since 2015, The Dabney continues to pay tribute to the wonderful farmers, watermen, and purveyors of the mid-Atlantic region whom provide some of the best and most unique products in the country. We celebrate these ingredients by preparing them in a large wood burning hearth which is the centerpiece of our open kitchen. The current dining room experience is an 8-course tasting menu honoring the Mid-Atlantic's bounty. We offer an additional 3-course experience at our bar and bar area tables. Walk-in guests are welcome to enjoy the bar area as well.The Dabney has been awarded one Michelin star every year since 2017, James Beard Foundation Best Chef Mid-Atlantic for Chef Jeremiah Langhorne in 2018, and Washingtonian Magazine's #1 restaurant in 2023. At this time we are unable to accommodate severe allium and dairy allergies as well as vegan and vegetarian diets.

6. The Hamilton

4.7

Exceptional(11849)

Price: Moderate

• American • Downtown

Booked 146 times today

The Hamilton, located in downtown Washington, DC, is a vibrant restaurant known for its diverse American cuisine and lively atmosphere. Showcasing an expansive menu that includes fresh seafood, savory steaks, and inventive sushi, it caters to a wide range of tastes. The Hamilton also features an impressive bar with handcrafted cocktails and an extensive wine list. With its spacious dining areas and a music venue hosting live music performances, The Hamilton offers a unique dining experience that blends culinary excellence with entertainment. Across the street from the Treasury building, the W Hotel, and the Willard Hotel.

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7. La Grande Boucherie - DC

4.4

Awesome(1330)

Price: Very Expensive

• French • Washington

Booked 167 times today

Located at 699 14th Street on the coveted corner of 14th and G Street NW, La Grande Boucherie is situated on the most high-profile street in Washington D.C., just one block away from the White House. The restaurant is built in elegant and ornamental Art Nouveau style, evoking the sense of optimism from the turn of the 20th century. The brasserie’s menu features both classic and modern French dishes, with focus on the meat program, raw bar and extravagant large-format meats, ideal for sharing and celebrating. Mahogany wood and glass partitions divide the gargantuan space to create intimate dining experiences. These pieces are adorned in gilded accents and uniquely curved arches inspired by the 20th-century Art Nouveau movement of Paris. The main dining room highlights a massive curved bar with a metal top imported from Paris, a signature piece of Boucherie.

8. dLeña

4.7

Exceptional(2015)

Price: Expensive

• Latin American • Mount Vernon Square

Booked 48 times today

Welcome to dLeña, a Wood-Fire Mexican Cocina & Mezcaleria by Chef Richard Sandoval.dLeña is derived from the Spanish word “leña,” meaning firewood. The restaurant is centered around it’s wood-burning grill - a nod to the rustic open-fire cooking techniques of Mexico’s past. The menu transports diners to Mexico through a multi-sensory experience in every bite of the signature smoked entrées, fresh ceviches, and unique sharing plates. The expansive bar features hand-crafted margaritas, Latin cocktails, cervezas and vino. CHEF'S TABLE EXPERIENCE:Book an exclusive dining experience at our chef’s table tucked behind the main bar facing into the open kitchen. Chef will prepare eight courses for 160.00 per guest, with an optional beverage pairing for 75.00 per guest. Please visit our Chef's Table OpenTable page to book:https://www.opentable.com/r/dlena-chef-table-washington

9. Zaytinya - DC

4.7

Exceptional(19403)

Price: Expensive

• Mediterranean • Penn Quarter

Booked 256 times today

Under the direction of celebrated chef José Andrés and concept chef Michael Costa, Zaytinya offers an innovative mezze menu inspired by Turkish, Greek, and Lebanese cuisines served up in a sleek and modern setting. Building on Jose’s deep knowledge of Mediterranean cooking and years of research and travel, the menu features shared small plates of authentic and innovative fare, creative cocktails, and unique Mediterranean wines, making Zaytinya one of the most exciting restaurants in Washington, DC.

10. Amazonia

4.7

Exceptional(137)

Price: Very Expensive

• Peruvian • Mount Vernon Square

Booked 20 times today

Venture into the relaxed ambiance of Amazonia, our inviting upstairs bar, dining room and rooftop hideaway. As one of the first Amazonian restaurants in the U.S., discover the exotic flavors and ingredients from Peru's rainforest, as well as favorite Peruvian staples. Here you can explore a thoughtfully curated selection of pisco and imaginative cocktails. The dishes you'll enjoy in Amazonia are meant for sharing, and are expertly prepared by the very same skilled kitchen team from Causa downstairs.

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AyanaVIP
Washington, D.C. Area •22 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Filomena celebrates every holiday with exuberance! Christmas did not disappoint. The decorations are over the top as they do with every holiday!!! I have been here three times now, experienced three holiday themes and my third meal. Today I had the Agnolotti Alla Carbonara and added chicken and for dessert Filomena Cannoli. Sooooo delicious! I have never been disappointed by the food, service or portion sizes when I visit. Today was no different! Chef’s Kiss 😘
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Filomena RistorantePrice: Expensive• Italian• Georgetown
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4.8
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Karla
San Francisco Bay Area •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
Amazing. The taste was wonderful, every dish was very good. The wine also is so good. Cocktails are good, but not amazing, presentation of cocktails is quite normal. But the food, attention and wine was so good. I definitely recommend it. The taste the Christmas menu and was so good. And the pasta with cheese for my little one also wonderful
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BrescaPrice: Expensive• Contemporary French / American• U Street Corridor
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4.7
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Cynthia
Washington, D.C. Area •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
Christmas Eve dinner at OEG is a 24-year tradition for my daughter and me. As always, the food was awesome. My daughter and I were quite surprised and disappointed by the lackluster greeting and overall experience when we walked in. The word "dismissive" comes to mind. Because our previous experiences were fabulous, I will look at this visit as a "one-off" one. Merry Christmas and a Happy 2025!!!
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Old Ebbitt GrillPrice: Moderate• American• Downtown
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4.8
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NicoleVIP
Pittsburgh / Western PA •36 reviews
5.0
Dined on Dec 22, 2024
This was a great experience. From the time we walked in until we left the staff were considerably, attentive, and extremely nice. The energy is inviting. The open kitchen was a nice addition to the experience filling the room with warmth. The menu was clearly designed with deep thought and intention. Would highly recommended.
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The DabneyPrice: Very Expensive• American• Shaw
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4.7
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Ahmad
Washington, D.C. Area •7 reviews
5.0
Dined on Dec 21, 2024
Hidden gem in the corner of U and 16th St. Must visit for delicious sushi and cocktails. Service was top notch and great vibes.
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Baby ShankPrice: Expensive• French / Japanese• Dupont Circle
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4.3

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182 restaurants available nearby

1. Bresca

2. Baby Shank

3. Filomena Ristorante

4. Old Ebbitt Grill

5. The Dabney

6. The Hamilton

7. La Grande Boucherie - DC

8. dLeña

9. Zaytinya - DC

10. Amazonia

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