Japanese restaurant · Downtown
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"D.C. diners will remember the lobby-level restaurant at the hotel as sake-and-sushi hotspot Zentan, which closed in 2018 after a nine-year run." - Gabe Hiatt
Bar & grill · Downtown
Longtime neighborhood hangout with cocktails, beer & wine, plus wood paneling, booths & a jukebox.
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Korean restaurant · Dupont Circle
Nestled in a cozy nook with exposed brick, this lively spot serves up modern Korean comfort food that's perfect for sharing and savoring with friends.
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Belgian restaurant · Downtown
Hip bar & restaurant featuring classics of Belgian cuisine & beer list with more than 100 varieties.
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Filipino restaurant · Near Northeast
Hiraya is a celebration of the beauty, history, and flavors of the Philippines. We are inspired by the dishes and ingredients of our ancestors, family and friends who have influenced our journeys, and the famously welcoming Filipino hospitality. We believe in bayanihan—loving our community and uplifting others—and seek to support our kapamilya as much as we can. We can’t wait to welcome you into our family!
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Restaurant · Near Northeast
Daru is a cozy spot blending neighborhood charm with inventive Indian fare and unique cocktails, making for a vibrant dining experience.
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Restaurant · Dupont Circle
In a no-frills Dupont spot, Julia's cash-only shack serves up a tempting lineup of baked empanadas and hand pies, with a few standout sweet options that you won't want to miss.
Asian fusion restaurant · Dupont Circle
This cozy Dupont Circle spot dishes out flavorful Korean and Chinese fusion cuisine like bulgogi and dumplings in a vibrant, casual vibe.
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Bagel shop · Capital City Market
Buffalo & Bergen in Union Market dishes out New York-style bagels, knishes, and inventive cocktails, all served up with a retro diner vibe.
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Traditional American restaurant · U Street
Late-night hot spot features American-Mexican comfort staples & craft cocktails in a hip atmosphere.
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American restaurant · Washington Monument Grounds
Sweet Home Cafe serves vibrant African-American regional dishes in a spacious, modern food court at the Smithsonian, perfect for a tasty break from museum hopping.
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