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Expert Tips for Washington Restaurants
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Mintwood Place: "Their brunch menu also includes a wood-grilled, dry-aged bacon cheese burger coming with fries or a salad for those looking for more of a lunch selection than breakfast."
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A La Lucia: "Be sure to check out the wine selection which brings out even more flavors from the menu."
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Mia's Italian Kitchen: "Be sure to check out their happy hour specials including half off on all starters Monday through Friday from 4 to 7 p.m."
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Local Expert Restaurant Recommendations
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About Washington, DC Restaurants
Washington, D.C. is known for politics, history and memorials but within the past several years, the District has been making a name for itself among foodies as an up-and-coming culinary location. World-renowned chefs such as Jose Andres, Jean-Georges Vongerichten and Eric Ripert have all chosen the nation's capital as a site for their restaurants including minibar, J&G Steakhouse and Westend Bistro. "Top Chef" fan favorites Bryan Voltaggio, Mike Isabella and Spike Mendelsohn are also contributing eateries to the thriving restaurant scene. International travelers will enjoy a wide variety of ethnic dining options available. Etete and Dukem offer savory African/Ethiopian dishes in Northwest, Penn Quarter's Oya and Dupont Circle's Zentan features delicious Asian food, Oyamel and Ceiba are just two of the Latin American restaurants available and European venues feature menus from Italian, German, Greek, Spanish and French cuisine. Locals have their favorites as well including 19th Street's The Palm, a regular host for political power players and U Street's Ben's Chilli Bowl which famously only allows comedian Bill Cosby and the Obamas a free meal. With so many options available, Washington, D.C. restaurants are sure to please any palette.
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