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1. 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
- Nile Expert Tip: If you're lucky, you may catch a belly dancer performance while you eat.
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2. Sabores
- Latin flavors and an upbeat atmosphere in the heart of Cleveland Park.
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- Tapas / Small Plates
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3. Masa 14
- Chef Richard Sandoval, who brought us his marriage of Latin-Asian flavors, Zengo has partnered with Chef...
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4. Dusk Lounge at the Westin Grand Washington DC
- A place where people go to end their day and begin their night. A relaxing, stress-free environment with...
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5. POV at the W Hotel Washington DC
- The famed rooftop terrace has been transformed W style! This bar, for decades, has provided what are...
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- Tapas / Small Plates
- Affordable
- Downtown
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6. Cork
- Wine, small plates and casual elegance
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- Tapas / Small Plates
- Cheap
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7. Minibar
- Innovative small plates
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- Latin American
- Tapas / Small Plates
- Moderately Priced
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8. Minibar
- Innovative small plates
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- Latin American
- Tapas / Small Plates
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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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