Bistro Cacao

French restaurant · Capitol Hill

"Dressed in red drapes, chandeliers, and vintage prints, Capitol Hill’s chic French bistro continues to woo diners a dozen years in. Chef Alex Merritt, an alum of Cafe du Parc and 1789, sends out warming French onion soup, escargot, and seared duck breast." - Tierney Plumb, Stephanie Carter

15 of the Most Romantic Restaurants in D.C.

316 Massachusetts Ave NE, Washington, DC 20002 Get directions

bistrocacao.com

@bistrocacao

13 Postcards

Reserve

See full details

More Places For You

Bindaas

Indian restaurant · Foggy Bottom

Updated takes on Indian street food like samosas, kebabs & snacks in hip surrounds.

10 Postcards

Flora Flora

Latin American restaurant · Waterfront

8 Postcards

Penn Quarter Sports Tavern

Bar · Downtown

This lively sports tavern near the Verizon Center boasts multiple TVs, vibrant outdoor seating, and a tempting menu that elevates classic bar fare.

6 Postcards

Boqueria Dupont

Spanish restaurant · Dupont Circle

Marc Vidal's light, wood-paneled Spanish tapas destination, with lots of wines for pairing.

12 Postcards

Alta Strada - Washington, DC

Italian restaurant · Mount Vernon Triangle

Sophisticated eatery serving housemade pasta dishes, garlic bread & other Italian classics.

11 Postcards

Brightwood Pizza & Bottle

Pizza restaurant · Brightwood Park

16 Postcards

CHIKO

Restaurant · Capitol Hill

A cheeky, chefly take on modern Asian cooking in a counter-serve format, with a tasting bar option.

12 Postcards

Timber Pizza Co. Petworth

Pizza restaurant · Petworth

This vibrant spot serves up soft, flavorful Neapolitan pies and Argentinian empanadas, making it a must-visit for pizza lovers in DC.

24 Postcards

Marcel's by Robert Wiedmaier

Modern European restaurant · West End

Marcels melds elegant French-Belgian dining with standout service and bold flavors, delivering a timeless gourmet experience perfect for special occasions.

22 Postcards

Dan's Cafe

Bar · Adams Morgan

Patrons mix their own drinks using squeeze bottles of booze & mixers at this cash-only dive bar.

2 Postcards