Even though I’ve only lived in the DC area for a few years now, I’ve made up for lost time by eating out way too much. The amount of diverse food options around here is exciting! Keeping this list mostly to places you could get to with public transpo...
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This Filipino brunch place has the most delicious ube chicken and waffles.
Purple Patch
My favorite conveyor sushi place I’ve tried thus far. Super high quality.
SIMA SUSHI
This is a Michelin guide restaurant and for very good reason.
Unconventional Diner
An adorable little restaurant serving authentic Japanese food.
Izakaya Seki
An iconic sandwich shop. My favorites are the Caesar salad club and Philly cheesesteak.
Grazie Grazie - The Wharf
Started by Chef Edward Lee so the food is incredible Korean cuisine. This is a big splurge, however my partner and I came here for our anniversary and the staff at Shia made it so special and worth it!
SHIA
This place is worth it for just their dips and bread alone!
Agora Dc Mediterranean Restaurant
NOVA
This is what you need to order: a jerk chicken platter with a side of avocado fries. Thank me later.
Omar's Pitas & Platters 3100 Richmond Hwy. Alexandria VA, 22305
Really delicious pizza and they offer great deals on family meals.
matchbox
Great happy hour options. The nachos are my favorite.
El Bebe
Great smash burgers and a bang for your buck.
Jon’s Joint
Beautiful location on the water and fun cocktails.
BARCA Pier & Wine Bar
Annandale is a goldmine for Korean food, and this place is my absolute favorite. My comfort restaurant.
Shin Chon - Annandale, VA
My favorite Thai restaurant ever. Beautiful interiors and amazing attention to detail in all their dishes.
Southeast Impression
The Mosaic district is not only a haven for shopping, but they also have my favorite hot pot restaurant in the area.
