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Category: International - Washington Restaurants
Address: 633 D St NW, Washington, DC 20004
Authentically gourmet takes on sigiri, tandoori and tawa dishes have enabled this elegant Penn Quarter establishment to capture a fair amount of popular and critical praise. All the attention is justly earned, too, starting with a smart, suave decor that features rich colors, imported fabrics and chandeliers. And the fare – for example, Lamb...
Category: International - Washington Restaurants
Address: 1776 I St NW, Washington, DC 20006
This is the area's most elegant place for fine Spanish cuisine, and the showstopper dining room boasts ornate carvings, plush seating, silk drapes, and high, dramatic ceilings. As you're serenaded by Spanish guitar or entertained by flamenco dancers, choose from a long list of tapas or choose a full meal such as marmitako, a rich stew of tuna and...
Category: International - Washington Restaurants
Address: 701 9th St NW, Pepco Building, Washington, DC 20001
With its stark white walls, high ceilings and dramatic glass facade, Zaytinya has emerged as a popular after-work gathering place. Hot and cold mezze ("middle-of-the-day" meals) enrich the dining scene with contemporary Eastern Mediterranean fare – for example, lamb with hummus, and spiced sirloin with dry fruit compote. For more substantial...
Category: International - Washington Restaurants
Address: 815 Connecticut Ave NW, Ste 302, Washington, DC 20006
This little-known find is one of the top places in town for flavorful Indian cuisine, and its location near the White House means it typically crawls with staffers and political types. Reportedly a favorite of the Clintons during his time in office, the refined, palm-dotted dining room is a combination of British and Indian styles. But the food is...
Category: International - Washington Restaurants
Address: 701 14th St NW, Washington, DC 20005
The sizzling cuisines of South and Central America have invaded the nation's capital, and, thankfully, the DC dining scene will never be the same. A decor of Yucatan stone, mosaics and furniture fashioned of Brazilian wood takes traditional elements and gives them a modern slant. Ceviches, of course, lead the menu, and it's wise to go ahead and...
Category: International - Washington Restaurants
Address: 405 8th St NW, between D and E Sts, Washington, DC 20004-2102
This visually stunning café features fiery red walls, black and white tiling, and a winding black staircase, creating the ideal backdrop for dramatic works by Latin American artists. Highly recommended dishes include Ecuadorian seared scallops over crispy rice cooked in coconut oil, quail prepared two ways, and flavorful salmon with papaya. The...
Category: International - Washington Restaurants
Address: 3206 N St NW, Washington, DC 20007
Named for the Mediterranean concept of success, this charming restaurant has made a name for itself in Georgetown. Upscale and welcoming, it offers an array of tasteful Lebanese dishes. Start with stuffed grape leaves, and then try porcini-scented Chilean sea bass or succulent roast duck. Vegetable dishes, salads, fish, and grilled meats make up...
Category: International - Washington Restaurants
Address: 1337 Connecticut Ave NW, Washington, DC 20036
This restaurant serves traditional Indian dishes, including curries, samosas, and tandoori chicken, but it also presents innovative items that spice up the menu a bit. Try any of the homemade breads available or squid served with coconut and a splash of lemon and tomato. The simple, welcoming interior features interesting prints and large windows...
Category: International - Washington Restaurants
Address: 480 7th St NW, Washington, DC 20004
This Spanish restaurant's sleek, stylish decor is accented with hand-painted ceramics and colorful murals depicting flamenco performances. A long list of tapas ably satisfies, or try the specialty of the house, paella, which feeds four! Bold, fruity sangria is a nice complement to your meal, as are Spanish wines. Stay for dessert; options include...
Russia House Restaurant & Lounge
Category: International - Washington Restaurants
Address: 1800 Connecticut Ave NW, Washington, DC 20009
Why go to Russia when you can find vodka and caviar a short walk from Dupont Circle? Housed in an imposing stone townhouse, Russia House offers a regal lounge, over fifty varieties of vodka and traditional Russian cuisine. The splendor of Imperial Russia is reflected in the lounge's interior, adorned with fine art, marble decor and red damask wall...
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