Reren Lamen n Bar (Georgetown)

This Logan Circle hotspot dishes up a range of inventive meatball sandwiches and hearty bowls, all with a relaxed vibe and a dash of New York flair.

Downtown DC's Eaton is a retro-chic activist hub with vinyl-filled rooms, chef-driven dining, a rooftop bar, wellness, and a buzzing creative scene.

Step into this expansive Georgetown bar where cozy couches, communal seating, and a sports-friendly vibe make for a lively watering hole perfect for trivia nights and karaoke fun.

Due South at Navy Yard offers hearty Southern fare like ribs and shrimp and grits in a chic waterfront space, perfect for a casual dining experience.

Nestled on H Street, Maketto fuses a trendy marketplace with flavorful Taiwanese and Cambodian dishes, like irresistible fried chicken and bao buns, all within a vibrant, inviting atmosphere.

Perched atop the Hampton Inn, the Top of the Yard offers a vibrant rooftop escape with stunning views of Nationals Park and the city, complete with refreshing cocktails and classic ballpark bites.

Nestled in the chic Eaton Hotel, Michele's offers a vibrant, French-American dining experience infused with Southern charm, where Chef Matt Baker honors his late mother's culinary legacy with imaginative dishes and a lively bar scene.

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.

Urban Roast serves eclectic international bites, creative cocktails, and all-day coffee in a vibrant, heavily decorated space with a cozy patio.

Tucked into Blagden Alley, Tiger Fork serves sleek, shareable Hong Kong-style bites and inventive herb-infused cocktails in a moody, intimate setting.