Because it's the political hub of the nation, Washington's 5-star restaurants attract millions of international visitors each year, from high-brow politicos to families on holiday. Chef Nora Pouillon, a Washington anchor, had such great success with Restaurant Nora that she turned her talents to Asia Nora, where the menu covers the wide and diverse repertoire of the Asian continent while maintaining the organic focus Pouillon is famous for. Michel Richard Citronelle restaurant is legendary in DC and its celebrity chef, Richard, is admired the world over.
On arrival at CityZen, relax in the restaurant lounge and choose a signature martini or champagne cocktail. One of Washington's more revered restaurants, 1789 has served well-heeled patrons for nearly 50 years. Ruth's Chris Steakhouse welcomes you with a beefy and comfortable interior, furnished in rich, dark wood and elegant fixtures. No matter what direction you head, DC's 5-star restaurants promise a powerful dining experience.
332 Springvale Road
Fine French country dining for special occasions...
915 15th Street Northwest
Elegant, nouvelle cuisine...
2100 Massachusetts Avenue, NW
Legendary elite clientele...
George Washington Memorial Parkway
Colonial and American fare...
3000 M Street NW
(Latham Hotel)
One of DC's best-known restaurants, serving innovative French cuisine...
455 Massachusetts Ave NW
2nd floor
Sushi and Asian-fusion fare in this DC branch of the famous restaurant chain...
1330 Maryland Avenue SW
In the Mandarin Oriental Hotel, at 12th St
Multi-course tasting menus and sleek atmosphere at the Mandarin Oriental's famous restaurant...
1801 Connecticut, N.W.
Ruth's consistent quality...
4934 Wisconsin Avenue
French food, incredible desserts...
3251 Prospect St NW
For prime cuts and fantastic filets...
Market Square North, 401 9th Street, NW
Market Square North
Chic n' plush!...
2213 M Street North West
Creative Asian cuisine...
809 15th St., NW
Quality food...
1776 I Street, NW(Entrance on 18th St.)
Entrance on 18th St. NW
Formal, old-world style...
1226 36th Street, NW
A quiet, traditional country restaurant in the center of Georgetown's hustle and bustle...
601 Pennsylvania Ave, NW
Tastes of the grille...
678 Indiana Avenue, Northwest
French food in style!...
2029 P Street Northwest
Sensational fixed-price dining...
1050 Connecticut Ave
For prime cuts and fantastic filets...