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1. Kaz Sushi Bistro
- Sushi is taken to new heights at one of DC's most celebrated restaurants.
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- Asian
- Japanese
- Mediterranean
- Middle Eastern
- Moderately Priced
- Downtown
- Nile Expert Tip: Note that online reservations cannot be made for lunch.
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2. Zaytinya
- Mediterranean small plates and a lively atmosphere make this a Chinatown favorite.
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- Greek
- Mediterranean
- Tapas / Small Plates
- Middle Eastern
- Affordable
- Chinatown/Penn Quarter
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3. Jaleo
- Taste the flavors of Spain at this popular downtown tapas restaurant.
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- Mediterranean
- Spanish
- Middle Eastern
- Affordable
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4. Charlie Palmer Steak
- All-American cuisine
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- American
- Mediterranean
- Middle Eastern
- Steakhouses
- Moderately Priced
- Capitol Hill
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5. Tosca Ristorante
- Northern Italian in an intimate setting
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- Italian
- Mediterranean
- Middle Eastern
- Moderately Priced
- Downtown
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7. Taberna del Alabardero
- Formal, old-world style
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- Mediterranean
- Spanish
- Middle Eastern
- Expensive
- Downtown
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8. Belga Café
- Brunch is tops at this Belgian and Euro-fusion spot
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- Caribbean
- French
- Italian
- Mediterranean
- Spanish
- Belgian
- Eastern European
- European
- British
- Affordable
- Capitol Hill
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9. Café Atlantico
- Trendy, sophisticated dining
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- American
- Caribbean
- Mediterranean
- Latin American
- Middle Eastern
- Moderately Priced
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10. Kinkead's
- Washington's finest seafood
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- American
- Seafood
- Mediterranean
- Middle Eastern
- Moderately Priced
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There are many places - plus top-name chefs and favorite dishes - making the Washington restaurant scene better than ever. Try Sushi Taro, which offers "kaiseki," a traditional Japanese dining experience in which diners let the chef entertain them with a series of surprises. We also like Corduroy. In March 2008, Corduroy, with chef Tom Power steady at the helm, moved from its perch inside the Four Points Sheraton Hotel to its own place in the up-and-coming convention center neighborhood.
It's almost impossible to find a bad meal in downtown, as some of the world's most renowned chefs occupy unique corners and bring fresh flavors to the scene. Some of the newest stars of the downtown scene include CityZen, which features the inventive cuisine of Chef Eric Ziebold, and Rasika, which offers five-star Indian fare. Zaytinya, a Mediterranean concept restaurant from Chef Jose Andres, is perfect for a palate craving meals inspired by Turkey, Greece, Spain, and Italy.
Our list below includes but a few of Washington's outstanding restaurants. Dig in to our restaurant listings for even more tasty ideas for dining out in the District.
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