John Shepard
Google
Great atmosphere with a fantastic revolving small menu. They've begun selling liquor a year or so back after they opened the Other Corner, but they still allow BYOB which makes it hands down one of the best deals in town.
If you're feeling adventurous, get the chef's table. I've told their staff to surprise me with something off menu on multiple occasions and they've never let me down.
Their food is on par with any restaurant in Baltimore or DC, but lacks the stuffiness and antiquated formality that has erringly become synonymous with fine dining in recent years.
If taste factors more into your experience than ritual or being seen, you'll love the Corner.