Best Cozy Restaurants in Foggy Bottom

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1. Equinox - DC

4.5

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Downtown

Booked 9 times today

Equinox on 19th has an upscale casual, crisp, atmosphere that firmly establishes a city chic decor. We are excited to offer you a regional, seasonal dining experience by a five-time James Beard Award nominee for Best Chef, Mid-Atlantic, Chef Todd Gray. We specialize in seasonal fine dining, plant-based, and vegetable-forward cuisine. Check out our beautiful brick fireplace room that looks onto 19th Street with soaring floor-to-ceiling windows for a perfect view. Our ample bar seats over 40 and is ideal for a beverage before dinner. Our lime-washed brick walls evoke a classic DC townhouse. Our vibe is friendly & upscale casual; our food is celebrated for all dining styles, from gluten-free and plant-based to locally farmed produce. If you have any dietary restrictions, please let us know when making your reservation and we will do our best to accommodate your needs. Located at 900 19th St NW, just a few blocks from our previous location.

2. Giovanni's Trattu

4.8

Exceptional(808)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Dupont Circle

Booked 11 times today

Giovanni's Trattu may be the only restaurant in DC to capture the feel of Venice. Formerly known as Trattu, this cozy little restaurant provides the lighter cuisine of Northern Italy, which is known for its unique flavor. The extensive menu changes every fall, winter and summer. Seating 60 in the main dining room, Giovanni's Trattu is candlelight at night and it entertains guests with friendly style of service, providing classic Italian music. Highlighting the ambiance is a collection of colorful pottery and venetian masks that hangs from the walls. Giovanni's Trattu is ideal for private parties, business lunches and dinners, romantic dates and family celebrations.

3. The Prime Rib

4.8

Exceptional(3439)

Price: Very Expensive

• American • Downtown

Booked 14 times today

D.C's premier steakhouse with tuxedoed waiters and a 1940s Manhattan supper-club setting since 1976. Top five romantic restaurant in America (Food and Wine magazine). Live piano nightly. Valet parking. business casual for gentlemen.

4. i Ricchi

4.7

Exceptional(3753)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Dupont Circle

Booked 9 times today

A restaurant specializing in the preparation of Cucina Rustica Tuscan country-style, scratch cooking. Attentive service from experienced and caring staff. Italian wine list. Outdoor dining on the Piazza. Valet parking Friday and Saturday. The Cafe / Patio is open with Tents, Heaters and Blankets featuring warm specialty drinks for your Winter pleasure. Open Tuesday thru Sunday. Curb side pick up thru www.iricchifoodclub.com. See our Sunday Specials!!

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5. EDGAR Bar & Kitchen at The Mayflower Hotel

4.2

Awesome(503)

Price: Moderate

• Contemporary American • Downtown

Booked 7 times today

An upscale, modern eatery, EDGAR features traditional American brasserie cuisine and authentically crafted cocktails. Handcrafted cocktail culture marks The Mayflower's return to the iconic bar scene. EDGAR will be the place to toast with a classic beverage, but a creative and artisanal menu is the new star. Located in the footprint of the original restaurant space with entrances in the lobby and on Connecticut Avenue, EDGAR replaces the former Town & Country and Cafe Promenade and promises a contemporary twist to the iconic hotel. Bringing the spirit of the grand bar back to Connecticut Avenue, EDGAR embraces the history of its legendary location and is poised to be a iconic yet modern fixture within DC social and cultural scene. Our team is dedicated to making your experience at EDGAR as special as possible and we thrive on opportunities to create wonderful memories for our guests.

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6. Toryumon Japanese House

4.2

Awesome(162)

Price: Moderate

• Japanese • Downtown

Booked 4 times today

Located in the “Golden Triangle” of the Central Business District of The Downtown DC.Toryumon Japanese House offers tasty Southeast Asian Cuisines. It’s trendy eatery offering creative sushi, Tokyo style Ramen Asian fushion meals!Toryumon Japanese House serving everything on the menu is freshly prepared in-house with thoughtful attention to even the most subtle details. The restaurant blends classic Japanese culinary traditions with an new asian style food, ingredient-driven menu, warm hospitality and clean design to deliver a contemporary and engaging asian dining experience.Thank you for the opportunity to serve. Humbly Yours.

7. Olio e Più - DC

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4.4

Awesome(95)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Washington

Booked 106 times today

Located at 699 14th Street on the coveted corner of 14th and G Street NW, OLIO E PIÙ, is situated on the most high-profile street in Washington D.C., just one block away from the White House, bringing Italian tradition and a true sense of Mediterranean liveliness to the Penn Quarter. As an authentic trattoria, its cuisine is based on classic Italian dishes. As you dine at OLIO E PIÙ, you’ll be transported not just by the flavors of Italy but also by the authentic atmosphere that surrounds you. Here, the spirit of 1970s Italian elegance lives on, and every meal is a celebration of life, love, and the joy of shared moments. OLIO E PIÙ is more than just a restaurant; it’s a portal to a different time and place, where the essence of Italy’s rich culinary and cultural heritage is captured in every detail.

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8. Filomena Ristorante

4.7

Exceptional(17038)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Georgetown

Booked 201 times today

Filomena Now over 40 Years and counting!Filomena is a Washington DC landmark restaurant now with over 40 years of serving some of the finest Italian food you can enjoy. Our Pasta is fresh made by hand just like it was done for centuries in Italy. Our bakery is in-house, and we make over 20 different desserts to choose from. During Valentine's Day, Easter, Halloween and Christmas you can experience some of the most incredible decorations you can find! Four decades of making not just a great dining experience but a memorable one. Filomena has recently introduced a full line of homemade pasta, sauces, desserts that can be shipped nationwide too!

9. SHIA Restaurant

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4.8

Exceptional(19)

Price: Very Expensive

• Korean • Washington

Booked 3 times today

SHIA (shee-uh) is a modern Korean fine dining restaurant in Washington, D.C., dedicated to sustainability, innovation, and cultural storytelling. Our tasting menu-only experience spotlights the intersection of local agriculture and premium Hansik ingredients, using fresh, seasonal elements with minimal manipulation to honor the environment. As a non-profit restaurant, SHIA is more than just a dining destination; it’s a platform for tackling key challenges in the restaurant industry, from environmental responsibility to fair labor practices and culinary heritage preservation.** Please note, SHIA does not accommodate children in our dining experiences. **

10. Old Ebbitt Grill

4.8

Exceptional(29545)

Price: Moderate

• American • Downtown

Booked 362 times today

Founded in 1856, Old Ebbitt Grill is Washington, DC's oldest saloon and a must-visit destination for locals and tourists alike. Situated in the heart of the city, just steps from The White House, this historic landmark offers a timeless blend of classic American cuisine and unparalleled hospitality. Old Ebbitt Grill promises a memorable visit filled with a warm ambiance and a seasonal menu spanning from freshly shucked oysters to house-made pastas and perfectly prepared steaks & chops. From the Rooftop Terrace to the Atrium or Cabinet Room, Ebbitt's private dining spaces are ideal for celebrations ranging from small and intimate to grand and stylish.

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scott
Washington, D.C. Area •14 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Just like it ever was. Great food. Perfect birthday celebration
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The Prime RibPrice: Very Expensive• American• Downtown
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4.8
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Michaelvip
Wisconsin •58 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
Awesome food, awesome staff. Just a wonderful restaurant. Quite a find.
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Giovanni's TrattuPrice: Moderate• Italian• Dupont Circle
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4.8
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Sheilavip
Washington, D.C. Area •3 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
Perfect for a quiet evening with a friend. The owner Chris, visited our table and was gracious and friendly as always. The mushroom risotto was delicious! I always enjoy my experience at I Ricchi.
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i RicchiPrice: Expensive• Italian• Dupont Circle
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4.7
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Aleia
New Orleans / Louisiana •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
This establishment made my anniversary amazing! The service was amazing and the food was great. I would definitely come back and I also recommend
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Equinox - DCPrice: Expensive• Contemporary American• Downtown
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4.5
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Ron and Kathy
Cleveland / Akron / Canton •3 reviews
5.0
Dined on Nov 8, 2024
From the moment we arrived, during happy hour, the hostess was very friendly and attentive. Our waiter was equally friendly, and described how the citrus slices were dried in an air fryer. The only glitch was that the menu was incorrectly annotated as to which menu items were gluten free. I was not able to have either of my first 2 choices, as they were not truly gluten free, as marked. Unfortunately, I had ordered red wine for the now-forbidden beef. The third choice, the halibut, was fabulous. The manager brought a glass of white wine to compensate. They should fix either the menus or the recipes. Had I known in advance about the lack of gluten free options, I would not have chosen this restaurant. I hope they fix this problem.
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EDGAR Bar & Kitchen at The Mayflower HotelPrice: Moderate• Contemporary American• Downtown
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4.2

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229 restaurants available nearby

1. Equinox - DC

2. Giovanni's Trattu

3. The Prime Rib

4. i Ricchi

5. EDGAR Bar & Kitchen at The Mayflower Hotel

6. Toryumon Japanese House

7. Olio e Più - DC

8. Filomena Ristorante

9. SHIA Restaurant

10. Old Ebbitt Grill

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