Middle Eastern restaurant · U Street
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"Entering Maydan, the city’s wildly popular Middle Eastern spot, through a door at the end of an alley, guests immediately feel welcome." - AFAR Editors
Restaurant · Downtown
Yardbird Southern Table & Bar serves up farm-fresh Southern comfort food in a spacious, welcoming setting with standout dishes like brined fried chicken, buttermilk biscuits, and a killer brunch menu, making it a must-visit spot for any comfort food lover.
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Hotel · Dupont Circle
Hotel Madera offers spacious, stylish rooms with balconies, a cozy vibe, pet perks, and a lively bar just steps from Dupont Circle.
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Charcoal Town Shawarma serves up sizzling, charcoal-grilled Middle Eastern delights in a charming Victorian house, perfect for late-night cravings.
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Restaurant · Near Northeast
Daru serves inventive Indian fusion with standout dishes like blue cheese kebabs and black daal burrata, paired with creative cocktails in a cozy corner spot.
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Oyster bar restaurant · Near Southeast
Nautical seafood spot near Nationals Park serving fresh New England and Chesapeake classics with killer oysters, lobster rolls, and a lively riverside patio vibe.
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Seafood restaurant · Downtown
Joe’s Seafood, Prime Steak & Stone Crab is a swanky D.C. eatery with a lively atmosphere, serving fresh stone crab and prime steaks amidst upscale décor.
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Colombian restaurant · Capital City Market
El Cielo serves a playful, sensory-rich Michelin-starred tasting menu celebrating Colombia’s vibrant flavors and culture in an intimate, stylish setting.
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Peruvian restaurant · Downtown
Nestled in Dupont Circle, this chic two-level spot serves inventive Peruvian tapas and pisco cocktails alongside vibrant ceviche in a stylish atmosphere.
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American restaurant · Kalorama Triangle
At this modern farmhouse brasserie in Adams Morgan, savor French-American dishes like Wagyu tartare and gazpacho, all enjoyed from cozy sidewalk seats.
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Museum · Downtown
The National Geographic Museum in DC offers immersive, rotating exhibits spotlighting exploration, photography, and the wonders of our world—all in a compact, curiosity-sparking space.
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