There are many restaurants just minutes from the Washington Convention Center. Whether your looking for a quick bite or a leisurely lunch, there's something to satisfy your craving in downtown Washington, DC.
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15 Ria
 1515 Rhode Island Ave. NW,
Washington Terrace Hotel
(202) 742-0015
15 Ria’s signature is a focus on fresh, local and personal products prepared in a straightforward and accessible fashion all at a great value. Metro: Dupont Circle
Archives
American
1101 Pennsylvania Ave. NW
(202) 737-5620
archives-dc.com
Archives is a contemporary American kosher restaurant that offers elegant yet innovative cuisine, great service and ambience in the spacious, historic -Evening Star- building. Metro: Metro Center
Atrium Cafe
American
Constitution Ave @ 10th St. NW, Natl. Museum of Natural Hist.
(202) 275-2030
Toll: 1-866-868-7774
Atrium Cafe offers breakfast, lunch or dinner-and-a movie package for groups. IMAX and Jazz Cafe each Friday night features live jazz with elegant a’la carte buffet. Metro: Federal Triangle
Avenue Cafe & Lounge
American
1501 Rhode Island Ave. NW
(202) 483-2000
Toll: 1-800-248-0016
Buffet-style dining in relaxing Art Deco atmosphere. Metro: McPherson Square
Bar Rouge
 American
1315 16th St. NW
(202) 232-8000
barrouge.com
Bar Rouge’s signature cocktails and innovative cuisine bring glam to DC- prompting Travel & Leisure to dub it one of "America’s best new hotel bars."
Bobby Van’s Steakhouse
American
809 15th St. NW
(202) 589-0060
Bobby Van’s Steakhouse is a privately-owned fine dining restaurant serving prime beef and fresh seafood. Private rooms and a seasonal outdoor patio are also available. Metro: McPherson Square
The Bombay Club
American
815 Connecticut Ave. NW
(202) 659-3727
Lunch (Monday-Friday), dinner, Sunday brunch. Charcoal- grilled salmon accompanied by live piano music is a house specialty. Coat & tie. Metro: Farragut North, Farragut West
Butterfield 9
American
600 14th St. NW
(202) 289-8810
butterfield9.com
One of the 100 hottest new restaurants in the world- by Conde Nast Traveler. Serving seasonal contemporary american cuisine. An extensive wine list pairs perfectly with his creations served among the stunning decor. Metro: Metro Center
Cafe des Artistes at the Corcoran Gallery of Art
American
500 17th St. NW
(202) 639-1786
Lunch, dinner and a Sunday brunch in a lovely Beaux Arts setting. Closed Monday and Tuesday. Metro: Farragut West
Cafe Express
American
500 H St. NW, Red Roof Inn Downtown
(202) 289-5959
Continental breakfast and buffet-style dining. Metro: Gallery Place/Chinatown
Capitol City Brewing Co.
 American
1100 New York Ave. NW
(202) 628-2222
capcitybrew.com
Washington, DC’s premier award-winning brew pub restaurant. We offer a fun, friendly and relaxed atmosphere. Serving traditional American fare and our fresh hand-crafted brews. Metro: Metro Center
Chef Geoff’s Downtown
 American
1301 Pennsylvania Ave. NW on 13th between E & F Sts.
(202) 464-4461
chefgeoff.com
Great food, libation and merriment blocks from the White House! Serving everything from ahi tuna and seared duck to great burgers and grilled pizzas. Join us for drinks at the bar or the perfect Sunday brunch! Private rooms for special events. Metro: Metro Center
Coeur De Lion
American
926 Massachusetts Ave. NW, Henley Park Hotel
(202) 414-0500
Truly elegant dining room featuring seasonally inspired cuisine. Sunday brunch. Jacket and tie suggested, or elegant casual attire. Metro: Metro Center
The Commons Restaurant at the Smithsonian Castle
American
1000 Jefferson Dr. SW
(202) 357-2957
Toll: 1-866-868-7774
Dine buffet-style in the intimate surroundings of the elegant Commons dining room in the historic Smithsonian Castle on the National Mall. Open Mon. - Sat. for lunch (11 a.m. - 2 p.m.) and on Sundays for brunch from 10:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. Metro: Smithsonian
Corduroy
American
1201 K St. NW, Four Points
(202) 589-0699
Salads, sandwiches, steaks, seafood and fresh lobsters. Metro: Metro Center
The Court
American
10th & Constitution Aves. NW, Nat’l Musuem Natural History
(202) 357-2700
Quiet atmosphere. Buffet-style dining with hot entrees, salad bar and irresistible desserts. Open daily. Group reservations required; call (202) 357-2235. Metro: Smithsonian, Federal Triangle
DC Coast Restaurant
 American
1401 K St. NW
(202) 216-5988
dccoast.com
Presents dishes with distinctive ingredients of the tri-coastal areas and culminated with a finesse of modern American cuisine. The coastal areas are the mid-atlantic, gulf coast, and west coast. Named by Esquire as one of the the top 10 new restaurants in the U.S. Metro: McPherson Square
Equinox Restaurant
American
818 Connecticut Ave. NW
(202) 331-8118
equinoxrestaurant.com
Dining at Equinox is a regional and seasonal experience. Chef Todd Gray has remained true to his roots of the mid Atlantic region by showcasing local products with a firm grip on traditional culinary technique, yet distinguishes his cuisine by respecting the flavor of the modern palate. This culminates in imaginative yet perfectly comprehensible balanced cuisine. There are many different rooms to experience within the restaurant from the atrium to the private wine room. Metro: McPherson Square
The Exchange Restaurant & Saloon
American
1719 G St. NW
(202) 393-4690
theexchangesaloon.com
Sports restaurant/bar conveniently located in walking distance from the National Mall, monuments and the White House. Features large outdoor patio, TV’s, pool table and dart board. Great people, great specials, great times! Metro: Farragut West
Filibusters
American
1155 14th St. NW, Holiday Inn Downtown
(202) 737-1200
Toll: 1-800-HOLIDAY
Cafeteria, serving full American breakfast and dinner buffets. Open daily. Reservations required for groups. Metro: McPherson Square
Fourth Estate Grill
American
1101 17th St. NW
(202) 296-8075
Generous portions of fresh American appetizers and entrees. Great happy hour gathering place. Closed weekends. Metro: Farragut West
Fran O’Brien’s Stadium Steak House
American
1001 16th St. NW, Capital Hilton
(202) 783-2599
Toll: 1-888-802-5730
fobss.com
Steak, Seafood, and Italian options. Sports theme.
Franklin Exchange Restaurant & Lounge
American
14th & K Sts. NW, Crowne Plaza Hotel
(202) 682-0111
Serving American cuisine. Features outdoor cafe overlooking Franklin Square. Breakfast/lunch buffet available. Metro: McPherson Square Georgia
Brown’s
American
950 15th St. NW
(202) 393-4499
Southern-style cooking inspired by the South Carolina low country and a unique atmosphere created by award-winning architect Adam Tihany. Sunday brunch. Metro: McPherson Square
Gordon Biersch Brewery
American
900 F St. NW
(202) 783-5454
gordonbiersch.com
A brewery restaurant in an historic Riggs Bank that offers an American cuisine with international flavor that complements our authentic German lagers in a warm, fun atmosphere. Now featuring a live jazz band for Sunday brunch. Metro: Gallery Place/Chinatown
Grand Cafe
American
1000 H St. NW, Grand Hyatt Washington
(202) 582-1234
grandwashington.hyatt.com
Relaxed atrium setting with 7,000 square foot lagoon, fountains, gazebo and a baby grand piano on a floating island. Metro: Metro Center
Grand Slam
American
1000 H St. NW, Grand Hyatt Washington
(202) 637-4789
grandwashington.hyatt.com
Exciting sports bar and a popular hangout. Hearty menue and beverage specials, pool tables, interactive video games, 3 large screen TVs and 22 additional monitors. DJ for after-hours fun. Metro: Metro Center
John Harvard’s Brew House
American
1299 Pennsylvania Ave. NW, Warner Building
(202) 783-2739
johnharvards.com
Casual restaurant microbrewery serves classic American comfort food in a friendly atmosphere. Specialties include: Grilled meatloaf, old-fashioned chicken pot pie, beer battered fish and chips, and great appetizers like crisp calamari and oriental crispadillad. Enjoy freshly brewed beer, delicious quality food, attentive service, and high design decor. Metro: Metro Center
Lafayette Restaurant
American
16th & H Sts. NW, Hay-Adams Hotel
(202) 638-2716
The Lafayette, overlooking the White House and Lafayette Square features fine dining and serves breakfast, lunch and Sunday brunch. Jacket suggested. Metro: McPherson Square
Library Lounge St. Regis Washington
American · 823 16th & K St. NW
(202) 638-2626
Lobby Espresso Bar
American
14th & K Sts. NW,
Hamilton Crowne Plaza
(202) 682-0111
Serving international and flavored coffees along with fresh bakery items, desserts, sandwiches and lite snacks. Relax and enjoy your favorite coffee drink while catching up on today’s local and international news on TV. Metro: McPherson Square
M & S Grill
American
600 13th St. NW
(202) 347-1500
Classic American grill, menu features USDA prime steaks and chops, fresh daily seafood selections, and spit-roasted meat and poultry choices. Two blocks from the White House. Rich woods and beveled glasswork decor. Metro: Metro Center
Metro Grille
American
775 12th St. NW, Marriott at Metro Center
(202) 737-2200
marriott.com
Contemporary American Fare in a relax setting. Menu changes seasonally, chef’s specials.
Morrison-Clark Inn Restaurant
 American
11th & Massachusetts Ave. NW
(202) 898-1200
Toll: 1-800-332-7898
morrisonclark.com
Contemporary American cuisine with an Asian and Caribbean flair served in an elegant Victorian Ruby Room. Sunday brunch available. Closed: Saturday for lunch and Sunday for dinner. Jacket and Tie suggested. Metro: Metro Center
Morton’s of Chicago
American
1050 Connecticut Ave. NW
(202) 955-5997
Morton’s of Chicago, The Steakhouse. Nationally acclaimed, universally savored. Noted for fabulous foods, extensive award-winning wine list, exceptional hospitality and unmistakable ambiance. Signature menu features USDA prime aged beef, fresh fish and seafood, and many other fine foods. Cigar friendly restaurant. Metro: Farragut North
National Museum of American History Cafeteria
American
14th & Constitution Aves. NW
(202) 357-2700
Main Street Cafe food court with popular American menu. Metro: Smithsonian, Federal Triangle
National Museum of Natural History Cafeteria
American
10th & Constitution Aves. NW
(202) 357-2700
Atrium cafe cafeteria has a popular American menu. Metro: Smithsonian, Federal Triangle
No. Ten Thomas Restaurant
American
Washington Plaza Hotel, 10 Thomas Circle NW
(202) 842-1300
Toll: 1-800-424-1140
washingtonplazahotel.com
Full service restaurant offering eclectic american cuisine. Breakfast and lunch buffets, a la carte dinner, seasonal poolside dining.
Occidental
American
1475 Pennsylvania Ave. NW
(202) 783-1475
This high profile destination is the premier setting for Washington business and social dining. Known for its countless photographs of famous patrons, the Occidental is also recognized for providing great food, wine and service.
Old Ebbitt Grill
 American
675 15th St. NW
(202) 347-4801
ebbitt.com
Sunday brunch. Washington, DC’s oldest bar, established 1856. The perfect place for early morning breakfast or post-theater supper. Free valet parking every evening. Metro: Metro Center, Federal Triangle
Palm Court Coffee Bar and Café and Ice Cream Parlor
American
14th & Constitution Aves. NW, Nat’l. Musuem of American History
(202) 357-2700
Soups, light fare, ice cream specialities and coffee Open daily, except Dec. 25. Metro: Smithsonian, Federal Triangle
Plaza Gourmet & Pastry
American
999 9th St. NW, Renaissance Washington Hotel
(202) 898-9000
Deli serving salads, sandwhiches, hot entrees, imported cheeses and cold cuts, delectable pastries and speciality foods. Closed weekends. Metro: Gallery Place/Chinatown
Red Sage
 American
605 14th St. NW
(202) 638-4444
redsage.com
Red Sage offers an elegant grill which features Chef Greenstein’s truly American cuisine as well as the casual border cafe highlighting Nuevo Latino and Southwestern favorites. Chosen as one of America’s top restaurants by the prestigious Zagat survey, the Red Sage’s acclaimed contemporary cuisine has been singled out by Conde Nast Traveler Distinguished Restaurant Award and Esquire Best New Restaurant Award. Metro: Metro Center
Reeves Restaurant & Bakery
American
 1306 G St. NW
(202) 628-6350
reevesbakery.com
A Washington, DC landmark since 1886, featuring decorated cakes and homemade pastries and all-you-can-eat breakfast bar. Famous for fresh strawberry pies and shortcake. Metro: Metro Center
Skyroom Terrace
American
515 15th St. NW, Hotel Washington
(202) 638-5900
Open-air terrace offering a panoramic view of the mall, monuments and the White House. Open daily (seasonally). Metro: Metro Center, Federal Triangle
The Tavern
American
999 9th St. NW,
Renaissance Washington, DC
(202) 898-9000
Charming and comfortable with a variety of specialty beverages, micro-brews and light American cuisine. Metro: Gallery Place/Chinatown
Twigs
American
16th & K Sts. NW, Capital Hilton
(202) 737-1333
Menu includes everything from sandwiches to delicious grilled specialties. Metro: Farragut North
Two Continents
American
15th & Pennsylvania Aves. NW,
Hotel Washington
(202) 638-5900
Located in nationally-registered historic hotel. Metro: Metro Center, Federal Triangle
United House of Prayer/Saints Paradise Cafeteria
American
601A M St. NW
(202) 789-2289
Family oriented cafeteria open for breakfast lunch and dinner. Southern home style cooking. The main ingredient we use is love. Down home atmosphere.
Verandah/Harvest
American
1400 M St. NW, Wyndham Washington, DC
(202) 429-1700
Toll: 1-800-847-82DC
Sumptuous buffet dining and a la carte menu. Dinner menu features fish, meats, and seafood from mesquite grill. Metro: McPherson Square
Willard Room
American
1401 Pennsylvania Ave. NW, Willard Inter-Continental
(202) 637-7440
Boasts a beautiful, two-story, oak-paneled, turn-of-the- century dining room and serves creative regional American and European cuisine. By drawing on local markets and regional flavors, Executive Chef Gerard Madani offers his guests a menu that changes with each season. The Willard Room is the recipient of the prestigous AAA 4-Diamond award, the DiRoNa award as well as the Wine Spectator Award of Excellence. Impeccable service, exceptional a la carte menu, incredible wine list. Jacket and tie suggested. Metro: Metro Center, Federal Triangle
Zephyr Deli
American
1000 H St. NW, Grand Hyatt Washington
(202) 582-1234
Featuring specialty coffees and pastries, pizza made-to- order, soups, salads and a large variety of over-stuffed sandwiches. Dine in or carry out. Metro: Metro Center
Ten Penh Restaurant
Asian
1001 Pennsylvania Ave. NW
(202) 393-4500
tenpenh.com
This sister restaurant to DC Coast burst onto the culinary scene in August 2000 with a breathtaking interior and mouth-watering menu, both largely aquired on an extensive whirlwind trip to Asia. Since then, acclaimed Chef Jeff Tunks and his team have been delighting diners with Southeast Asian-influenced cuisine, not so foreign as to frighten away the uninitiated, but exotic enough to refresh the most jaded of palates. The interior is a medley of rich orange, ruby red, and burnished gold silks, punctuated by Asian antiques and custom-made contemporary furnishings. The bar, too, gives an imaginative nod to the Far East. Metro: Archives/Navy Memorial, Federal Triangle
Topaz Bar
Asian
1733 N St. NW
(202) 393-3000
topazbar.com
Hailed by Washingtonian as on of the hippest places in town, Topaz Bar features creative cocktails and Asian- influenced specialty plates, served in an intimate setting.
Ortanique Restaurant
Caribbean
730 11th St. NW
(202) 393-0975
ortaniqueontheweb.com
Conde Nast Traveler rated 75 Top New Restaurants in 2003. Experience the warmth of the tropics in the dining room or Oasis Lounge. Call for entertainment schedule!
Florentine
Continental
999 9th St. NW, Renaissance Washington DC
(202) 898-9000
Special continental cuisine and buffets. Metro: Gallery Place/Chinatown
The Retreat
Continental
15th & M Sts. NW, The Madison Hotel
(202) 862-1600
Toll: 1-800-424-8577
themadisonhotel.net
Enjoy a delicious meal with The Madison’s signature service in a lovely European setting. Afternoon tea at The Madison has been a Washington tradition for nearly 40 years.
Cafe Mozart/German Deli
German
1331 H St. NW
(202) 347-5732
cafemozartgermandeli.com
Schnitzels, sauerbraten, pork roast, German sausages, cakes and other traditional favorites and a full service bar. Imported and domestic gourmet items and gifts at the deli. Take out available. Metro: McPherson Square
Finemondo Italian Country Kitchen
 Italian
1319 F St. NW
(202) 737-3100
finemondo.com
Finemondo introduces refined Italian country-style cuisine to Washington, DC. Finemondo specializes in roasted meats and fish, in addition to home made pasta and risotto. Private dining rooms available. Metro: Metro Center
Osteria Goldoni
Italian
1909 K St. NW
(202) 293-1511
Osteria Goldoni is a beautiful Venetian restaurant located in the heart of downtown. Here you will be served by an attentive staff and be treated to some of the finest Italian food in the area. Metro: Dupont Circle
Ristorante Luigino
Italian
1100 New York Ave. NW
(202) 371-0595
luigino.com
Northern Italian cuisine served in a casual, modern atmosphere.
Ristorante Tosca
 Italian
1112 F St. NW
(202) 367-1990
toscadc.com
Ristorante Tosca brings Washingtonians the finest in Northern Italian cuisine. Tosca’s seasonal menu consists of signature dishes and creative desserts that use the freshest ingredients, predominantly grown and distributed from local farms. Pre-select menus are available for parties of 15 or more, and are carefully designed on an individual basis for each party. Tosca’s elegant decor is the ideal setting for formal business lunches and dinners. Metro: Metro Center
Tuscana West
Italian
1350 I St. NW
(202) 289-7300
One of Washington, DC’s most exciting Italian restaurants, with open-airt kitchen, five flowing dining areas and an outdoor trattoria, perfect for a romantic evening or executive power luncheon. Metro: McPherson Square
Via Pacific
Italian
1000 H St. NW, Grand Hyatt Washington
(202) 582-1234
Pastas, stir-fry Thai chicken, Mediterranean spiced crusted rack of lamb and gourmet pizzas are among the specialties. Metro: Metro Center
Daedalus Lounge & Club
Japanese
1010 Vermont Avenue, NW Lower Level
(202)347-9066
DC’s premier ultra-chic lounge turns into a full-blown nightclub on the weekends for upscale patrons. Serves sushi for lunch. Available for private parties from 50-600 people.
Butlers - The Cigar Bar
Mediterranean
10th & H Sts. NW, Grand Hyatt Washington
(202) 637-4765
grandwashington.hyatt.com
A multi-level relaxed swank lounge, featuring top-jazz concerts on 3 large plasma televisions, eclectic, comfortable furniture arrangements and happy hours filled with modern jazz, gourmet mediterranean tapas, and 25+ variations on the Brat Pack Classic, the Martini! Metro: Metro Center
Cafe Promenade
Mediterranean
1127 Connecticut Ave. NW, Renaissance Mayflower Hotel
(202) 347-2233
Award-winning restaurant. Features classic Mediterranean cuisine with a variety of dishes from Spain, Greece, Italy. Enjoy live entertainment during afternoon tea, dinner and our champagne Sunday brunch. Metro: Farragut North
OLiVES
Mediterranean
1600 K St. NW
(202) 452-1866
Located in the heart of downtown Washington, DC the multi-leveled OLiVES has an open setting filled with a mix of new and old antique pieces and rich fabrics in warm earth tones. OLiVES’ open kitchen provides center stage for Todd English’s signature rustic Mediterranean cuisine. Metro: Farragut North, Farragut West, McPherson Square
Marrakesh
 Middle Eastern
617 New York Ave. NW
(202) 393-9393
marrakeshwashington.com
The Marrakesh is a casual place to celebrate a special occasion, a birthday, an anniversary, or a promotion. We will take care of you from the moment you arrive in our valet parking to the washing of your hands before the authentic 7-course Moroccan feast. Belly dancer nightly. Reservations required. Metro: Gallery Place/Chinatown
Legal Sea Foods Seafood
2020 K St. NW
(202) 496-1111
Boston’s legendary seafood restaurant comes to Washington, serving the freshest seafood, raw bar. Metro: Gallery Place/Chinatown
McCormick & Schmick’s Seafood Restaurant
Seafood
1652 K St. NW
(202) 861-2233
Fresh daily menu of seafood from the Atlantic and Pacific. Traditional wood paneled decor, available for ala carte as well as business meetings, private dining and lively bar.
The Oceanaire Seafood Room
 Seafood
1201 F St. NW
202-347-BASS
theoceanaire.com
The Oceanaire Seafood Room serves more than 25 varieties of fresh seafood flown in daily from around the world. Reminiscent of a 1930’s-era ocean liner, the restaurant boasts an oyster bar and private dining rooms.
Havana Breeze
Spanish
1401 K St. NW
(202) 789-1470
Authentic Cuban cuisine, presented in a bright tropical Caribbean atmosphere, famous for its Cuban cocktails. Washington, DC’s only tropical bar. Dancing, Spanish music Thursday-Saturday, private room available for up to 100 people. Family style. Metro: McPherson Square
Taberna Del Alabardero
Spanish
1776 Eye St. NW
(202) 429-2200
alabardero.com
We invite you to enjoy our beautiful restaurant, where tapestries and lace bring you back to the Old Country. Enjoy classic favorites such as lobster and seafood paella, fresh seafood and delicious tapas.
Haad Thai Restaurant
Thai
1100 New York Ave. NW
(202) 682-1111
Dining room is surrounded by mural of sunset at the beach. Original Thai food. Grilled and vegetarian dishs available. Metro: Metro Center
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