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1. Cedar Knoll
4.3
Awesome(1692)
Price: Expensive
• American • Alexandria
Booked 3 times today
Established in 1941, Cedar Knoll is a historic restaurant with sweeping views of the Potomac River. Cedar Knoll is set just off the beautiful George Washington Parkway, which makes for a scenic drive. The restaurant was built around a log cabin dating back to the early 1800's, so the history is apparent from the moment you step inside. Each room possesses charming qualities adding to the ambiance. Whether you dine in the comfortable elegance of the Presidential Room or the natural splendor of the Botanical Room, both set the perfect stage for an evening with family, friends, and loved ones. Cedar Knoll is conveniently located minutes between Old Town Alexandria and George Washington's Mount Vernon Estate.
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2. Mount Vernon Inn Restaurant
4.6
Exceptional(2456)
Price: Moderate
• Contemporary American • Alexandria
Booked 17 times today
Savor the flavors of early America at the Mount Vernon Inn Restaurant, located just footsteps from George Washington’s historic estate. Conveniently located 8 miles south of Old Town Alexandria and 16 miles from Washington, D.C., this is one of Washington’s best- kept secrets for romantic evening dining. Admission to Mount Vernon is not required to dine.If OpenTable shows no online availability, please call 703.799.5296 to confirm, as seating may be available.
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3. Old Hickory
3.4
Very Good(1938)
Price: Very Expensive
• Steakhouse • National Harbor
Join us for breakfast, lunch, or dinner at our newly redesigned Old Hickory. Our delectable breakfast and lunch menus feature farm-fresh omelets, fresh-made pastries by award-winning chefs, our Signature Wagyu steak & eggs, and a variety of mouth-watering soups, salads, sandwiches and more. Dinner showcases the highest quality beef, fresh seafood highlighting the best of Maryland’s bounty, artisanal cheeses, and fine wines. CELEBRATE LOVE ALL MONTH LONG: Special Menu available on Friday & Saturday nights in February.
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4. Famous Dave's - Alexandria
4.5
Awesome(5)
Price: Moderate
• Barbecue • Alexandria
Our authentic BBQ starts in a live-wood smoker stoked with genuine hickory logs. Our pitmasters hand-rub the meats with a custom blend of spices and cook for hours to extract the natural flavors. We source the highest quality meats and trim them up like we’re in a competition and hand-rub them with the freshest seasonings available to create mouthwatering experiences! In addition to our BBQ and grilled meats, our menu features a selection of salads, sandwiches, side items, and made-from-scratch desserts.
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5. Old Ebbitt Grill
4.8
Exceptional(29841)
Price: Moderate
• American • Downtown
Booked 389 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.
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6. Ada's on the River
4.8
Exceptional(3848)
Price: Moderate
• American • Old Town Alexandria
Booked 89 times today
Built around a custom wood-burning oven and featuring stunning panoramic views of the Potomac River, Ada's on the River draws inspiration from the ingenuity of Ada Lovelace, one of the greatest mathematicians of the 19th century. Ada's menus feature a selection of wood-fired prime steaks, fresh seafood and vegetarian fare, in addition to an extensive beer, wine and cocktail list.
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7. Succotash - National Harbor
4.6
Exceptional(3469)
Price: Moderate
• American • National Harbor
Booked 38 times today
A progressive perspective of classic Southern favorites. James Beard Award nominee Edward Lee brings his Korean roots and Southern repertoire to a soulful Southern menu.SUCCOTASH is named after the classic dish that has been a longstanding staple of the Southern table. While many know “Succotash” when they see it, the dish has been interpreted, modified and passed from generation to generation for centuries. While Succotash between families will share similarities, each family’s recipe is deeply personal and reminiscent of those special suppers that brings kin together. Our “Succotash” is special to us and we invite you to experience the South from our point of view.
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8. La Grande Boucherie - DC
4.3
Awesome(1541)
Price: Very Expensive
• French • Washington
Booked 111 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.
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9. Josephine - Old Town
4.7
Exceptional(964)
Price: Expensive
• French • Alexandria
Booked 59 times today
Welcome to Josephine, a French brasserie located in the heart of Old Town Alexandria. Inspired by classic Parisian eateries, Josephine brings the timeless charm and culinary traditions of France to the local dining scene.
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10. Filomena Ristorante
4.8
Exceptional(17331)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Georgetown
Booked 209 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!

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