Best Restaurants for Handcrafted Cocktails in Washington

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1. dLeña

4.7

Exceptional(2222)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Mexican • Mount Vernon Square

Booked 58 times today

dLeña is a vibrant restaurant in Washington D.C. that invites you to explore the rich flavors of Mexican cuisine. Step into a warm space illuminated by wood-fired ovens and adorned with Latin American art. Savor a culinary journey with fresh, local ingredients, starting with their signature guacamole, a blend of avocado, tomato, onion, cilantro, and lime. Continue your adventure with ceviches, aguachiles, and wood-fired specialties like Tomahawk steak and Wagyu Steak a la Piedra. dLeña's menu caters to all tastes, featuring pescatarian, vegan, and vegetarian options. Pair your meal with an extensive selection of tequila and mezcal, or enjoy a handcrafted cocktail. Whether you're after a romantic dinner, a lively brunch, or a late-night gathering, dLeña's trendy ambiance and attentive service promise an unforgettable experience. Join them for a taste of Mexico's vibrant culture and culinary artistry.

2. Bar Chinois - DC

4.6

Exceptional(663)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Chinese • Shaw

Booked 51 times today

Bar Chinois is recognized for its constantly-evolving Chinese menu and French-inspired cocktail and wine program. Recent accolades include being listed in the Michelin Dining Guide USA, the Washington Post Fall Dining Guide, Modern Luxury DC Best of the City and 2024 RAMMY Award Winner for Best Bar in DC.Located in Mount Vernon Triangle, Bar Chinois is a short walk from the Washington Convention Center, Capital One Arena, National Mall and Union Station. We offer happy hour specials Tuesday-Sunday from 5 pm-7 pm and a bottomless brunch on weekends.If you are looking for an energetic Washington, DC dining experience with great food, drink and service, we would love to host you!

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3. Rumi's Kitchen - DC

4.9

Exceptional(2598)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Persian • Mount Vernon Square

Booked 105 times today

Rumi's Kitchen in DC is known for its flavorful Persian food and experimental cocktails. Patrons have praised the 'balanced and flavorful' drinks, describing them as 'great' and 'unique'. The restaurant also has a strong cocktail menu and the bartenders are lauded for their 'sharp and knowledgeable' service. So, it's safe to say that Rumi's Kitchen is a hit for both food and drinks!

4. RPM Italian - DC

4.7

Exceptional(4671)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Italian • Mount Vernon Square

Booked 109 times today

Located in Washington, D.C.’s Mount Vernon neighborhood, RPM Italian is modern in approach and Italian in spirit and features a contemporary, chef-driven menu with dishes meant to be shared. The sister restaurant to RPM Steak and RPM Seafood, RPM Italian marks the first collaboration between partners RJ, Jerrod and Molly

5. Petite Cerise

4.7

Exceptional(237)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• French • Mount Vernon Square

Booked 28 times today

Part neighborhood café, part energetic bistro, Petite Cerise is located in a bright and lively historic corner space in Shaw/Mount Vernon Triangle. Petite Cerise features separate à la carte menus for brunch, lunch, and dinner. In addition, Petite Cerise has a Coffee Counter open Tuesday - Friday opening at 8am serving classic coffee and espresso preparations, housemade pastries, and other breakfast items to go or sit down.Dinner offers both an à la carte menu along with a Prix Fixe option. The focus in the evening is to craft unique and innovative dishes utilizing the very best ingredients within the Mid-Atlantic region and beyond skillfully prepared through a French lens.If you decide to join us for a morning coffee, quick mid-day bite, stretch out your lunch over a glass of wine, or gather with friends for an indulgent and creative dinner, we invite you here to celebrate and enjoy.

6. Ottoman Taverna

4.6

Exceptional(1740)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Turkish • Mount Vernon Square

Booked 18 times today

Ottoman Taverna provides flavors and dishes from the Turkish cuisine. Enjoy house made kebaps, dips, hot mezes, desserts and more at our Turkish restaurant. Ottoman Taverna has been awarded Michelin Bib Gourmand status since opening in 2017.

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7. dLeña - Chef Table

5.0

Exceptional(87)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Contemporary Mexican • Mount Vernon Square

Join dLeña, as featured in the 2022 edition of The MICHELIN Guide DC, at our signature chef’s table tucked behind the main bar with an exquisite leather banquette facing directly into the open kitchen. Chef will prepare eight courses for 160.00 per guest, with an optional beverage pairing for 75.00 per guest. Each of our guests will receive a take-home surprise to enjoy the morning after. ¡Salud!*Kindly note we are not able to accommodate menu substitutions for our Chef’s Table experience.

8. Mandu - K Street

4.5

Awesome(671)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Korean • Mount Vernon Square

Booked 12 times today

Mandu is so excited to invite you back into our home! We ask that you please review our updated policies before your reservation.We will now be offering limited tables on our patio along with limited tables inside in the dining room. Due to our limited tables to maintain a safe and comfortable environment guests will be given a 90 min window from the start of their reservation regardless of tardiness. Our patio is open based on weather and patio tables are non reservable. When the patio is open all patio tables are available on a first come first serve basis. We hope you are staying healthy and safe, and we look forward to hosting you!

9. Momo

4.0

Excellent(60)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Korean • Navy Yard

Booked 1 time today

Award Winning KOREAN FRIED CHICKEN Is fully open for Dine In.

10. Zaytinya - DC

4.7

Exceptional(19767)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Mediterranean • Penn Quarter

Booked 386 times today

Under the direction of celebrated Chef José Andrés and his ThinkFoodGroup team, Zaytinya offers an innovative mezze menu inspired by Turkish, Greek and Lebanese cuisines served up in a sleek and modern setting. Building on José's deep knowledge of Mediterranean cooking and years of research and travel, the menu features shared small plates of authentic and innovative fare, creative cocktails, and unique Mediterranean wines, making Zaytinya one of the most exciting restaurants in Washington.

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Michael
Washington, D.C. Area •5 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Great birthday celebration for my wife. Jed was great.
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RPM Italian - DCPrice: Very Expensive• Italian• Mount Vernon Square
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4.7
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Anne
Washington, D.C. Area •30 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Attentive, knowledgeable service combined with a menu perfectly matched to the season which was executed very, very well by the chef(s).
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Petite CerisePrice: Expensive• French• Mount Vernon Square
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4.7
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Marissa
Washington, D.C. Area •4 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
Beautiful restaurant with amazing food! We took advantage of the happy hour at the bar before moving to outdoor seating for dinner. The bar was beautiful and margaritas were delicious. The bartender showed us some cool bottles of tequila that they had. We ordered Carnitas, roast chicken, and carrots, and broccolini for dinner. The Carnitas were falling off the bone and were served with acute taco set up with the most light and airy blue corn tortillas. Everything was so delicious!
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dLeñaPrice: Moderate• Mexican• Mount Vernon Square
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4.7
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Priscilla
Chicago / Illinois •14 reviews
5.0
Dined on Apr 21, 2025
Amazing food, attentive staff, wonderful ambience. What more can you ask for?
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Rumi's Kitchen - DCPrice: Expensive• Persian• Mount Vernon Square
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4.9
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Christina
London •11 reviews
5.0
Dined on Apr 18, 2025
We went as a family and the bar atmosphere was extremely lively. As it was a nice evening we asked if we could sit outside where it was quieter and the amazing staff accommodated us. Thank you!
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Bar Chinois - DCPrice: Moderate• Chinese• Shaw
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4.6

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