From brunch spots to late-night bites, these are my go-to restaurants and bars in Washington, DC. Whether you’re a local or just visiting, this list has something for every craving—breakfast, dinner, dessert, and a few favorite bars to round out the ...
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Dinner
Dessert
Bars
Breakfast
Start your morning right! These are my favorite DC spots for coffee, brunch, and breakfast classics.
Whether you want tea or coffee, this place offers a variety of options of drinks and food with plenty of seating to do work remotely or go on a date.
Teaism Penn Quarter
great spot for brunch
Ted's Bulletin - 14th Street
You come to DC this place should be top 5 of food places to visit! Food is phenomenal.
Georgia Brown's | An Icon of Washington, DC - The Soul of The City
Great spot for brunch
Art and Soul at YOTEL Washington DC
Love the wings here!
The Hamilton
came here for brunch for my birthday one year, the food and vibes were great
Victory Restaurant & Lounge
sweet + savory fire
Astro Doughnuts & Fried Chicken
brunch + chill vibes
Residents Cafe & Bar
Great brunch options
Proper 21 Washington, DC
Dinner
Where I head for dinner in DC, from casual eats to date-night dining and everything in between.
The lamb shank was sooo good! Tender and delicious, first bite I couldn't believe it.
Tortino Restaurant
Drinks are amazing!
MI CASA TAQUERIA & CANTINA - Restaurant Reviews
Nice quaint atmosphere, small home made feel.
Floriana
Great vibes and great food!
Cuba Libre Restaurant & Rum Bar
tacos!!
El Rey U Street
Food is always delicious. Mocktails are great. Ramen is good and fulling.
JINYA Ramen Bar - Logan Circle
Great drinks
Barrel - Washington, DC
The ramen is soo good here. Whenever i’m in Union Market I go here.
Mecha Noodle Bar
Technically in Maryland but its right by the DC line and the food, drinks and music is always great!
The Society Restaurant & Lounge
Food is good but definitely overpriced
Bammy's Modern Caribbean
Really good cheap tacos
El Rey U Street
great spot to chill and grab a bite to eat.
City Tap House Penn Quarter
great spot for happy hour and good food!
Pink Taco Goes Down in Navy Yard
small plates
Palette 22
luxury upscale seafood with great desserts
Truluck's Ocean's Finest Seafood and Crab
Dessert
Sweet tooth approved! DC dessert spots that never miss.
Love going to Union Market for these cookies. Soo good!
Bee J's Cookies
ice cream here is bomb af!
Larry's Homemade Ice Cream
fun themed brunch
Madhatter
Bars
My favorite bars in DC, perfect for happy hour, cocktails, or a night out with friends.
Small gem on U Street, love coming here when we have no real plans for the night. The music is good and the pour heavy lol
Lounge Of Three (@loungeofthree) · Washington D.C., DC
If you are Caribbean or love Caribbean music, this is the place you need to hit up. Always have a great time here.
