Best Casual Restaurants in Waterfront

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1. The Point - DC

4.4

Price: Expensive

• Seafood • Buzzard Point

Booked 9 times today

The Point brings the thrill and robust flavors of open flame cooking with the freshest seafood in the city. Perfectly situated at the confluence of the Potomac and Anacostia Rivers, our contemporary design, tranquil open-air patio and premium fire pits, compliment the picturesque and panoramic views. Although we cannot guarantee outdoor patio dining for all of our guests. We will try to accommodate as many requests as we can on a first come first serve basis.

2. SHIA Restaurant

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4.7

Exceptional(22)

Price: Very Expensive

• Korean • Washington

SHIA (shee-uh) is a modern Korean fine dining restaurant in Washington, D.C., dedicated to sustainability, innovation, and cultural storytelling. Our tasting menu-only experience spotlights the intersection of local agriculture and premium Hansik ingredients, using fresh, seasonal elements with minimal manipulation to honor the environment. As a non-profit restaurant, SHIA is more than just a dining destination; it’s a platform for tackling key challenges in the restaurant industry, from environmental responsibility to fair labor practices and culinary heritage preservation.**Please Note: Chef Lee's appearance is not guaranteed, and his availability is not given to the team or guests.**

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3. Caruso's Grocery - DC

4.8

Exceptional(1157)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Capitol Hill

Booked 23 times today

Please note that we are not offering Restaurant Week at our DC location. Located at 914 14th Street SE in Washington, DC.Caruso’s Grocery is modeled after the classic, Italian-American "red sauce" joint. You know the one: red banquettes, a killer chicken parmesan, Sinatra pouring through the speakers. If you’re looking for modern interpretations of a chef's take on the classics, you won’t find them here. A joint venture from Neighborhood Restaurant Group and Partner Matthew Adler.

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4. Gordon Ramsay Hell's Kitchen - Washington DC

4.5

Awesome(302)

Price: Very Expensive

• Contemporary European • Southwest Waterfront

Booked 135 times today

Transcend on set to Chef Ramsay's iconic 22-season, six-time, Emmy-nominated television series Hell's Kitchen. A fine dining experience like no other, watch as the red and blue teams prepare, cook, and plate dishes emulating on-set Hell's Kitchen dinner service.

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5. Mi Vida, District Wharf

4.6

Exceptional(2378)

Price: Expensive

• Mexican • Southwest Waterfront

Booked 18 times today

Chef Roberto Santibañez creates a menu inspired by Mexican street food and traditional home cooking of his country, but in a modern, elevated presentation. Guests can enjoy traditional dishes such as Carne Asada, a variety of Tacos, Seasonal Fish, Ceviches and other Contemporary Mexican creations.

6. Gatsby

4.4

Awesome(1096)

Price: Moderate

• American • Navy Yard

Booked 6 times today

Gatsby is a reimagined American diner by KNEAD Hospitality + Design. With favorites like the famous monte cristo sandwich, fried chicken or today's blue plate special, Gatsby brings you back to the days of the diner, but from a fresh perspective. Whether you crave breakfast at any time of day or a smashburger & a milkshake, Gatsby is the perfect place. Located at the corner of Half and N Streets, directly in front of Nats Park's Centerfield Gate, and overlooking the ballpark from our second floor dining room, Gatsby is the perfect pre/post game venue from which to celebrate.

7. Ruthie's All-Day

4.8

Exceptional(3154)

Price: Moderate

• American • Arlington

Booked 42 times today

The menu follows a Southern-fried meat-and-three concept, meaning diners order a meat, plus three sides. Those will include Ruthie’s mac and cheese, of course, but also white-soy-braised greens, stewed chickpeas and smoked cauliflower with a spicy soy glaze. “We’re going to be changing it a lot based on seasonality,” Hill says of the menu. “ Every vegetable has got to be fantastic because it has to stand on its own.” One thing that will help that: Hill is already growing all of the restaurant’s own herbs at his South Arlington community garden plot.

8. Centrolina

4.7

Exceptional(2100)

Price: Very Expensive

• Italian • Penn Quarter

Booked 15 times today

Centrolina is an Italian restaurant and market, locally owned and operated by Chef Amy Brandwein, set in Washington’s CityCenterDC development. The Osteria showcases a seasonally driven menu of authentic and innovative Italian dishes offered for lunch and dinner. Chef Brandwein's menu is inspired from the seasons, Italian regionality and the wide variety of Chef curated product in the adjoining market. The market showcases a selection of imported Italian specialty items along with locally sourced meat, sustainable fish, and produce from local farms. The Centrolina kitchen produces daily hand crafted fresh pasta and sauces, antipasti and entrees available for takeaway. For parties of 7 people or more, we do require a prix-fixe menu, please email caroline@centrolinadc.com for additional information.

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9. VUE Rooftop at Hotel Washington

4.4

Awesome(229)

Price: Very Expensive

• American • Washington

Booked 37 times today

Perched above the Hotel Washington, experience VUE Rooftop, an artfully designed destination that brings the outside world in. Offering unparalleled views of the White House and Washington Monument, VUE pairs the effervescent energy of D.C.'s skyline with seasonal cocktails, elegant plates, and a stylish ambiance like no other.

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10. Founding Farmers & Distillers DC: Chinatown

4.4

Awesome(10274)

Price: Moderate

• American • Mount Vernon Square

Booked 89 times today

Walking distance to many of DC’s historic landmarks, Founding Farmers & Distillers offers a diverse menu including dishes inspired by nearby Chinatown and cocktails featuring our in-house distillery, Founding Spirits. Open 365 days a year, our team is passionate about crafting dishes & drinks from scratch with high-quality ingredients from farmers and suppliers we know and trust. Join us for breakfast, lunch, dinner, weekday happy hour, decadent weekend Farmers Market Buffet Brunch, or grab a cup of house-roasted coffee and breakfast treat from our First Bake Cafe. Majority owned by American family farmers, including the more than 50,000 farmers of the North Dakota Farmers Union, our restaurant is guided by a very simple principal: we see and share everything Through The Eyes Of The Farmer.™ We actively care about our guests, our communities, the planet, and the next generation. This all comes together in our everyday

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Peggy
Washington, D.C. Area •1 review
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
We had their Thanksgiving dinner and everything was delicious. The service is outstanding. The GM even stopped by to see if we were enjoying our meal and shared a recipe with us. Highly recommend
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The Point - DCPrice: Expensive• Seafood• Buzzard Point
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4.4
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AMBER
Tampa / Central Florida West •3 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Amazing service from everyone, from the people who greet you at the door to the people who serve the food to people just passing by as you walk. We had a big group and they were very accommodating. The food was excellent— risotto was creamy, short rib was tender, and the toffee pudding was a perfect end to a great meal.
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Gordon Ramsay Hell's Kitchen - Washington DCPrice: Very Expensive• Contemporary European• Southwest Waterfront
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4.5
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Zumivip
Washington, D.C. Area •5 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Everything about this restaurant was delicious and thoughtfully made. Even though Chef Edward Lee was not there in person, the Chef that was cooking did an amazing job because the food was very flavorful. This restaurant has exceeded my expectations and I am glad I did not give up on making the reservations.
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SHIA RestaurantPrice: Very Expensive• Korean• Washington
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4.7
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Allan
Washington, D.C. Area •22 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
Great restaurant in a wonderful waterfront location. Service was timely, food quality was very good and the restaurant design is a feast for the eyes.
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Mi Vida, District WharfPrice: Expensive• Mexican• Southwest Waterfront
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4.6
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KHESHA
Washington, D.C. Area •10 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
The ambience was great and the food was magnificent. The waiter was very attentive and brought out samples of wine.
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Caruso's Grocery - DCPrice: Expensive• Italian• Capitol Hill
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4.8

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334 restaurants available nearby

1. The Point - DC

2. SHIA Restaurant

3. Caruso's Grocery - DC

4. Gordon Ramsay Hell's Kitchen - Washington DC

5. Mi Vida, District Wharf

6. Gatsby

7. Ruthie's All-Day

8. Centrolina

9. VUE Rooftop at Hotel Washington

10. Founding Farmers & Distillers DC: Chinatown

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