Diners' Choice: Best Service restaurants in District of Columbia

OpenTable

Updated April 05, 2025

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Elizabeth's

4.9

4.9 (1320)

$50 and over

Vegan

Downtown

About the restaurant

Elizabeth's offers an extraordinary dining experience every Thursday, Friday and Saturday night. We merge our gorgeous venue with a prix fixe Vegan Tasting Menu at $110 per person. Elizabeth's is a destination for special occasions and adventurous cuisine.

Our sommelier curates a pairing of wines and beverages sourced from around the world at an additional $85 per person. We also offer a non-alcoholic beverage pairing comprised of non-alcoholic wines, mocktails, and infusions for $65 per person.

Fully raw menus are not available. Please call the restaurant (202-347-8349) in reference to any allergies prior to making your reservation. Regarding reservations of 5 or more, please call the restaurant directly. Reservations of more than 8 require a $150 minimum spend per person and a 50% up front deposit.

Top review

Nina

Dined 6 days ago

When you get to heaven, you will discover that the food is exactly what you eat at Elizabeth's! Only, you don't have to die, or live a perfect life! You can enjoy it now. And by "enjoy" I mean, be astonished, delighted, charmed, and so satisfied. The imagination, creativity, and skill that go into creating and executing the menu, as well as serving it, are beyond beyond. A love story to plants and the varied deliciousness and beauty they can provide; here, they meet their full potential.

Jônt

4.9

4.9 (165)

$50 and over

French / Japanese

U Street Corridor

About the restaurant

At Jônt, we are a team of young and inspired chefs taking down the walls between kitchen and guests and taking you on a culinary adventure. Immerse yourself in a progressive tasting menu focusing on the simple, yet luxurious, ingredients around the world with deep inspiration from Japanese cuisine.

We challenge the seasons, navigate beyond the limits of time and break with tradition— getting playful with process and tricky with techniques at the intersection of place and possibility.

Jônt has been recognized with two Michelin stars since 2021.

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Veronica

Dined on Apr 17, 2025

What a wonderful experience! The food was amazing, well paced and the service impeccable. Attention to detail with plates of design and perfection. Flavor well balanced with every bite. We added the “what the f***” wine paring which added to the meal. After dinner, dessert was offered at the dessert bar and was served by the pastry chefs. A magical evening.

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4.9

4.9 (96)

$50 and over

Peruvian

Shaw

About the restaurant

Causa is our Michelin-Starred tasting room where the world of Peruvian culinary tradition comes to life, thanks to the artistry of Chef Carlos Delgado. Here, you'll embark on a journey through the gastronomic heritage of the Peruvian geographical regions.

Reservations can be booked two months in advance. This prix-fixe menu is $179 (tax & gratuity not included). Enhance your experience further with a Remarkable Wine Pairing to compliment your 6-courses or venture into North America's rarest pisco selection and fully immerse yourself in the bounty of Peru's national spirit.

If you have any questions or clarifications on allergens or restrictions, reach out to info@causadc.com prior to booking.

Gift Card? Please use a credit card to book hold your reservation and we will refund you upon completion of your meal. Causa accepts inKind House Account credit and is unable to accept general inKind credits. Please reach out to inKind support for further clarification.

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Teresa

Dined on Apr 17, 2025

We went to cause for a celebration and it was the perfect place. The Peruvian-Nikkei food was delicious, the service was great, they paid much attention to details and the ambiance was elegant. Would highly recommend to try a new cuisine or for a special (or not that special) occasion.

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Experience

Causa Six Course Experience - Table Seating

Experience

Causa Six Course Experience - Counter Seating

Experience

Causa Four Course Experience - Table Seating

My Little Chamomile

4.9

4.9 (30)

$50 and over

Turkish

Georgetown

About the restaurant

My Little Chamomile, a full sit down restaurant from Chef Çağla Önal of Green Almond Pantry. My Little Chamomile will be the manifestation Çağla’s vision--to bring her world of Turkish food to her home here in Washington DC. At the first Green Almond Pantry location, diners got a small taste of what it would be like to enjoy the full breadth of Chef Çağla‘s seasonal menu.

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Jessica

Dined 2 days ago

Lili was the most gracious server, and the food itself was excellent, especially the branzino, the peppers and the ezme. Artichoke also stood out, and dessert (the one in the baklava family) was the perfect capstone. Ambience is pacific and minimalist; very restful evening. Recommend!

Press Club

4.9

4.9 (82)

$30 and under

Cocktail Bar

Dupont Circle

About the restaurant

Press Club is a record bar and cocktail lounge with a focus on the curation of guest experience and providing maximum levels of hospitality. The name is an homage to DC while also evoking the pressing of records and the ingredients used to craft our cocktails.

Our Playlist Experience is a four course cocktail tasting flight featuring culinary techniques and seasonal ingredients. Each cocktail will be paired with accompanying snacks from our kitchen.

Our standard reservations are for an a la carte experience featuring our cocktails and izakaya bites.

To reserve for parties of 6 or more, please email us as hospitality@pressclubdc.com.

The standard duration of this experience is one hour and thirty minutes. This time has been carefully chosen to accommodate the full range of our delicious cocktails and unique ambiance.

We do not have a phone number. To connect, please use the OpenTable messaging system or send an email to hospitality@pressclubdc.com.

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Brian

Dined 1 day ago

A small, cosy venue with a keen eye on pleasant, attentive, and helpful customer service. Subtle and creative cocktails, and 'hits the spot' light food, which sits well with the informality of the venue. Vinyl music diffuses the remains of the working day. Neat after-work meet-up spot, or relaxed date night vibe. Seating is limited, and it seemed that tables for two were the norm. Seating at the bar comes with a cocktail-making viewpoint. Will be back - a comfortable, niche venue without pretence. Congrats to the team!

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Experience

"AM" - Cocktail Tasting Experience

Reverie

4.7

4.7 (44)

$50 and over

Seafood

Georgetown

About the restaurant

Inspired by Chef Johnny Spero’s global travels, yet rooted in his Mid-Atlantic upbringing, Reverie is a Michelin-starred fine-dining experience that focuses on an entirely seafood driven menu. Please allow 2.5 hours for this experience.

Our Reverie Tasting Menu is offered at $245 per guest exclusive of beverage, service charge, taxes, or gratuities. Our abridged Prelude Experience is offered at $180 per guest. Corkage is offered at $75 per 750ml.

We can accommodate some but not all food allergies so please inquire before booking via info@reveriedc.com. We are unable to provide dairy-free or fully vegetarian versions of our experience.

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Susan

Dined on Apr 9, 2025

Wonderful experience. Food was beautiful and service was kind and knowledgeable.

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Sushiko - Chevy Chase

4.9

4.9 (1885)

$50 and over

Sushi

Chevy Chase

About the restaurant

OPEN FOR DINE IN, CARRY OUT & DELIVERY
LUNCH : Thusday - Sunday 12 - 2:30 PM
DINNER : Tuesday - Sunday 5 - 9:30 PM
Monday - Closed

WE ARE OFFERING CARRYOUT AND DOORDASH THROUGH OUR WEBSITE.
You may place your orders online at:

Sushiko's Website: www.sushikorestaurants.com (please note we do not accept orders over the phone.)

Door Dash: https://www.doordash.com/store/sushiko-bethesda-989031/1475147/en-US/?preview=1

The Japanese culinary tradition is one of the strongest in the world, and like any art form, it has no limit. Using the finest ingredients available, our constantly evolving menu provides an experience that is unique to Sushiko. Our approach focuses on tradition as an art form instead of a rule book. To ensure a truly first-class dinning experience, executive chef Piter Tjan keep his eyes and minds open to new ingredients and techniques, without losing sight of the preparation and showmanship at the soul of japanese tradition.

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MartyVIP

Dined 7 days ago

I enjoy this place so much! The Omakase is fabulous. Great food, great service, just wonderful.

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4.9

4.9 (4572)

$31 to $50

Italian

Downtown

About the restaurant

Currently open for lunch and dinner. Ristorante Tosca offers the finest in contemporary northern Italian cuisine. Tosca serves Italian cuisine with an emphasis on seasonal ingredients, using a creative approach that respects the great traditions of Tuscan gastronomy. Tosca combines modern style and elegance to create an intimate and comfortable setting.
Tosca implements a dress code and proper attire is required. We do not allow athletic wear, shorts, beach attire, tank tops, flip flops, or torn or excessively revealing clothing. We reserve the right to determine if a guest needs to adjust their attire before being seated.

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JohnVIP

Dined 6 days ago

Tosca continues to be a wonderful dining experience with attentive staff and very good food. The atmosphere makes you feel like you're doing something special

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Popular dish

Tagliatelle

Popular dish

Spaghetti alle Vongole

1789 Restaurant

4.8

4.8 (6361)

$31 to $50

American

Georgetown

About the restaurant

1789 is a historic fine dining restaurant and bar located in the heart of Georgetown with a charming and elegant atmosphere. Known for its elevated American cuisine, 1789 offers a menu that showcases seasonal ingredients and innovative flavors. The restaurant's culinary team is dedicated to creating dishes that are both visually stunning and delicious. In addition to an exceptional menu, 1789 also boasts an extensive wine list featuring a wide selection of domestic and international wines. With its rich history, exquisite cuisine, and warm ambiance, 1789 Restaurant & Bar is a must-visit destination for those seeking a memorable experience in the nation's capital.

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NancyVIP

Dined on Apr 15, 2025

Wonderful evening! Food was excellent and service was exceptional.

Al Tiramisu

4.8

4.8 (1445)

$31 to $50

Italian

Dupont Circle

About the restaurant

Al Tiramisu is a cozy friendly neighborhood restaurant. Chef Luigi Diotaiuti has been serving authentic Italian cuisine in Dupont Circle since 1996. Sourcing the best ingredients available to produce the most authentic Italian fare possible.

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John

Dined 4 days ago

Very quaint very friendly atmosphere We split everything Put they didn’t split our appetizers in kitchen Service is excellent You get what you pay for Food and service is very good

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