D.C.’s 38 Best Restaurants | Eater DC
"Situated right next to the convention center since 2017, chef David Deshaies continues raise eyebrows by applying classic French technique to American-style diner food. Think a haute take on meatloaf, or mini-pot pie poppers that explode with flavor. Regardless of the day or time, there’s always something to on the menu from happy hour menu or daily brunch (9 a.m. to 4 p.m.), including popular offerings like chicken and waffles, blueberry-lavender pancakes, Cajun shrimp and grits, Lebanese fried rice, apple pie French toasts with caramelized apples and vanilla ice cream, and an everything lox bagel. For something a little more refined, head to next-door downtown siblings L’Ardente (Italian) and Love, Makoto (Japanese). Vibe check: This swanky diner with bright blue booths and an illuminated winding bar always gave playful vibes." - Tierney Plumb
