Best Fine Dining Restaurants in Downtown

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1. Rare Steakhouse - Washington DC

4.7

Exceptional(1124)

Price: Very Expensive

• Steakhouse • Downtown

Booked 11 times today

Centrally located in downtown Washington DC, RARE Steakhouse & Tavern (RARE) is a one-of-a-kind fine dining concept that brings together the best qualities of world-class dining venues with USDA prime, dry-aged steaks, exquisite wines and first-class service bolstered with Midwestern charm. Created by Wisconsin natives, RARE boasts a classic and elegant atmosphere, striving to bring the nostalgia and romance of the classic steakhouse to life, to a time when eating out was meant to be an experience.

2. The Park at 14th

4.7

Exceptional(2927)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Downtown

Booked 84 times today

The Park at 14th is a restaurant, lounge, and event venue on four floors overlooking Franklin Square in Downtown D.C. Offering a sense of timeless elegance, beautiful views, and a warm and welcoming interior, The Park at 14th is the perfect place dining, socializing, and hosting your next event. We invite you to join us. For reservations over 10 people, please TEXT (202) 550-0300

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3. Kitchen + Kocktails by Kevin Kelley - DC

4.2

Awesome(1655)

Price: Expensive

• Southern • Downtown

Booked 128 times today

Created to deliver the best in food, drinks and vibes to Washington DC, Kitchen + Kocktails is here to please. A dynamic comfort food restaurant at its core, Kitchen + Kocktails will focus on nicely plated comfort foods, including flavored fried chicken and lobster tails, shrimp and grits, creative waffles and other southern classics made with a twist. Parties of 9+ call: 312-513-3606 between the hours of 8am to 7pm. If you are past the 15 minute grace period your reservation will be forfeited then you will be accommodated as a walk-in.Proper Dress Attire Required.• No Tank Tops• No Athletic Slides or Flip Flops (Regardless of brand)• No Crocs• No Explicit Clothing• No Sagging• No Revealing Attire • No Jerseys• No Hoods, Durags, Stocking Caps, etc on While Dining**NO OUTSIDE FOOD/CAKES/DRINKS**While we do recognize special circumstances, it is solely at our team’s discretion to allow exceptions.

4. Georgia Brown's

4.4

Awesome(8811)

Price: Expensive

• Low Country • Downtown

Booked 42 times today

Come and experience our lively interpretation of South Carolina Low-Country cuisine. Enjoy good southern food, servers who bubble over with hospitality, and a dining room that is truly distinctive. With its golden woods and bronze sculptures that crawl across the ceiling, designer Adam Tihany has created an atmosphere to awaken your senses. What better place to enjoy low country cuisine than in this contemporary environment celebrating the south. Offering the flavor of the South - the Soul of Washington; where we will be sure to leave a light burning in the window for you, our guests.22% service charge is included on every check. 18% is distributed directly to service workers on top of their base wages, and the remaining 4% is used to help pay for all staff costs due to the District of Columbia's Initiative 82. You may choose to leave an additional tip!https://www.facebook.com/GeorgiaBrownsRestaurant/https://www.instagram.com/georgiabrowns_dc/http://gbrowns.com/

5. The Continent DC

4.4

Awesome(109)

Price: Very Expensive

• African • Downtown

Booked 63 times today

From the savory stews of West Africa to the aromatic spices of East Africa, The Continent DC offers a menu crafted to bring you the best flavors from various African regions. Our restaurant is designed to reflect the rich cultures and traditions of Africa, offering a cozy and welcoming environment for you to enjoy your meal.

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6. The Greenhouse at The Jefferson, DC

4.7

Exceptional(1090)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Downtown

Booked 10 times today

Located in downtown DC, just four blocks from the White House, breakfast, lunch, dinner and weekend brunch are served under The Jefferson’s historic skylight in The Greenhouse. Natural light streams from above, creating an airy atmosphere that complements the light, fresh and energizing fare on our seasonal menus.

7. Alhambra

4.7

Exceptional(708)

Price: Very Expensive

• Mediterranean • Downtown

Booked 9 times today

*2023 WINE SPECTATOR AWARD OF EXCELLENCE*Taking inspiration from the landmark Alhambra Palace and Fortress in southern Spain, one of the most famous monuments of Islamic and Spanish Renaissance architecture, our new menu exemplifies the blending of cultures and cuisines across the region. Showcasing their rich bounty of produce and fish in a modern and convivial setting, Chef Brian Bladfält Landry presents a seasonally inspired menu enhanced with the bold flavors across a variety of the region’s cultures. With distinct menus offered across brunch, lunch and dinner, the dining concept focuses on four sections of small plated dishes – sea, land, garden and table – all meant to be shared. Alhambra is located on the lobby-level of The St. Regis Washington, D.C. at 923 Black Lives Matter Plaza NW in the heart of downtown D.C. The restaurant is open daily for breakfast and lunch, as well as dinner from Monday through Saturday and brunch on weekends.

8. Bombay Club

4.8

Exceptional(5321)

Price: Expensive

• Indian • Downtown

Booked 38 times today

The Bombay Club emulates characteristics of the old clubs of India. The elegant environment with pale pastels, ceiling fans, and a profusion of greenery is designed to create a warm and inviting gathering place for relaxation and regeneration. The cuisine is the finest of India, utilizing only the best quality ingredients to create a harmony of subtle flavors. Specialties prepared by Executive Chef Nilesh Singhvi, include tandoori salmon and green chili chicken. The sophisticated cuisine is enhanced by refine service and live piano music. Distinguished Restaurant of North America Award.

9. Elizabeth's

4.9

Exceptional(1290)

Price: Very Expensive

• Vegan • Downtown

Booked 11 times today

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. We source and prepare the freshest ingredients for our exclusive fine dining experience. For this reason, reservation confirmations are required 24 hours in advance. Thank you for your understanding of the commitment that is made to creating a memorable dining experience.

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10. Bobby Van's Grill - New York Ave.

4.5

Awesome(2420)

Price: Expensive

• Steakhouse • Downtown

Booked 20 times today

Bobby Van’s Grill has a very loyal following of patrons who appreciate its first-rate, dry-aged steaks and seafood, phenomenal wine list, and exceptional professional wait staff – many of whom have worked for Bobby Van’s Grill for more than 15 years. We have the largest private dining space of any restaurant in DC; Bobby Van’s Grill can accommodate guests in 7 different rooms! In the fall of 2018, it unveiled a newly renovated atrium (now known as The Atrium @ Bobby Van’s) that accommodates up to 330 people for private events.

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SamanthaVIP
Hawaii •12 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
I had a great time, good food and good music as usual!
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The Park at 14thPrice: Expensive• Contemporary American• Downtown
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4.7
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AshleighT
Las Vegas •3 reviews
4.0
Dined 2 days ago
My friends and I had a really nice time here. The music was amazing! The service by our waitress Ayanna was superb. The food was hit or miss unfortunately. The catfish nuggets were really good as well as the fried okra but I had the chicken fried chicken and it was really fatty. Several of my friends had the mac and cheese and no one finished and said that you start. It could have been a lot better. Only one of the six of us loved her meal and she had the pecan chicken and waffles which I tasted and it was delicious! The drinks were really good as well. In all, the vibe was great but the food could've been better
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Kitchen + Kocktails by Kevin Kelley - DCPrice: Expensive• Southern• Downtown
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4.2
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Hurrich
Washington, D.C. Area •1 review
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
This is a great place the food was 10/10. I recommend
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The Continent DCPrice: Very Expensive• African• Downtown
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4.4
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catherineVIP
Chicago / Illinois •8 reviews
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
Great meal and great service. Really enjoyed the atmosphere. We’d definitely go back.
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Rare Steakhouse - Washington DCPrice: Very Expensive• Steakhouse• Downtown
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4.7
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Phyllis
Virginia •1 review
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
It was absolutely fabulous and my fried whole red snapper was prepared just right. An amazing dining experience.
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Georgia Brown'sPrice: Expensive• Low Country• Downtown
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4.4

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97 restaurants available nearby

1. Rare Steakhouse - Washington DC

2. The Park at 14th

3. Kitchen + Kocktails by Kevin Kelley - DC

4. Georgia Brown's

5. The Continent DC

6. The Greenhouse at The Jefferson, DC

7. Alhambra

8. Bombay Club

9. Elizabeth's

10. Bobby Van's Grill - New York Ave.

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