
12 romantic restaurants ideal for date night in Washington, DC

by Christabel Lobo
Updated January 24, 2024
Washington, DC, gives off the vibe that it’s 24/7 politics, but its date-night worthy restaurants all point to romance. A chilled-out winery with Anacostia River views is a first-date favorite. The wisteria-clad patio at a Mediterranean restaurant in Dupont Circle was made for intimate nights out. Korean and Southern flavors couple up at an anniversary hotspot in Penn Quarter.
This guide pairs DC restaurants with romantic occasions from first dates all the way to milestone anniversaries. These are Washington, DC’s 12 best date-night restaurants.
4.5 (1199)
$31 to $50
American
Navy Yard
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4.5 (379)
$50 and over
Japanese
Southwest Waterfront
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OpenTable Diner
Dined 2 days ago
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OpenTable Diner
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Christine
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Dan
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4.9 (7830)
$31 to $50
French / American
Falls Church
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OpenTable Diner
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OpenTable Diner
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RossS
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4.7 (5046)
$30 and under
Balkan Style
Capitol Hill
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Samantha
Dined 1 day ago
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Samantha
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renee
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MiniaVIP
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OpenTable Diner
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Elizabeth
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