Best Lunch Restaurants in Shaw

335 restaurants available nearby

1. Ambar - Shaw

4.6

Exceptional(446)

Price: Moderate

• Balkan style • Shaw

Booked 55 times today

Welcome to Ambar, where you are invited to explore the dynamic flavors of Balkan cuisine. What distinguishes us, is our well-curated, exclusive 'Dining Without Limits' experience, which brings you the soul of Balkan dining traditions. Our extensive menu boasts a variety of shareable small plates, perfectly paired with a vast selection of premium Balkan wines. Whether joining us for a leisurely lunch, celebratory weekend brunch, or an evening of indulgence, our unlimited dining menu promises to deliver an unparalleled culinary journey. We excel in serving individual guests, as well as larger groups, and private events.

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2. Emmy Squared Pizza - Shaw DC

4.3

Awesome(129)

Price: Moderate

• Pizzeria • Shaw

Booked 7 times today

Serving Detroit-style pizzas and an award-winning burger. Full service bar, local drafts & wine selection.

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3. Joe's Seafood, Prime Steak & Stone Crab - Washington DC

4.8

Exceptional(10121)

Price: Very Expensive

• Seafood • Downtown

Booked 94 times today

Joe's Seafood, Prime Steak & Stone Crab is the culmination of a partnership between Lettuce Entertain You and Joe's Stone Crab, the legendary seafood restaurant of Miami Beach. Joe's features an extensive selection of seafood, flown in fresh daily, to complement the world's finest Florida Stone Crab claws. Joe's also features signature Prime steaks, hand-carved by master butchers, such as the 24 oz. Bone-In Rib Eye or Bone-in Filet Mignon. Matched with Joe's famous side dishes, dinner only gets better when capped with a slice of key lime pie.

4. Cafe Du Parc

4.3

Awesome(2579)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary French • Downtown

Booked 12 times today

Located in the heart of Washington, D.C. within the iconic Willard InterContinental, steps from the National Mall, and across from Pershing Park, a national park home to the new World War I Memorial, Café du Parc is reminiscent of a Parisian-inspired sidewalk café. Nestled between The White House and the U.S. Capitol, surrounded by the sights and sounds of the nation’s capital, Café du Parc’s seasonal outside terrace remains a trendy locale for al fresco dining by both visitors and Washington, D.C. locals alike.Paying homage to traditional French cooking, the restaurant offers diners various culinary creations from coffee and pastries at its coffee shop, Le Café, to breakfast, lunch, dinner, and brunch on Sunday on its outside terrace or inside the main dining room. We are pleased to offer parking validation for Valet or Garage parking at Willard InterContinenatal when you join us for dinner.

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5. The Smith – Penn Quarter, Washington, D.C

4.5

Awesome(3812)

Price: Expensive

• American • Penn Quarter

Booked 109 times today

The Smith is a casual American brasserie with a simple mission — make people happy! We care about every meal and every moment. The menu features bistro classics, seasonal fare, and craft cocktails. Walk in the door and you’re in for a great time. Whether it’s date night, drinks on the town, a big birthday bash, a working lunch, a boozy brunch, or an I-don’t-want-to-cook-tonight night, we’ve got you covered.

6. Oyamel

4.7

Exceptional(9609)

Price: Moderate

• Mexican • Penn Quarter

Booked 116 times today

Oyamel Cocina Mexicana combines Mexico’s rich regional culinary traditions with modern urban fare. Guests experience an array of antijitos—traditional Mexican snack or small plates—along with authentic tacos, ceviches and an impressive selection of cocktails and tequilas. Under the direction of renowned chef José Andrés, Head Chef Omar Rodriguez takes traditional ingredients and techniques and elevates them to deliver dishes and drinks with exceptional creativity and refinement.

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7. La Grande Boucherie - DC

4.4

Awesome(1362)

Price: Very Expensive

• French • Washington

Booked 200 times today

Located at 699 14th Street on the coveted corner of 14th and G Street NW, La Grande Boucherie is situated on the most high-profile street in Washington D.C., just one block away from the White House. The restaurant is built in elegant and ornamental Art Nouveau style, evoking the sense of optimism from the turn of the 20th century. The brasserie’s menu features both classic and modern French dishes, with focus on the meat program, raw bar and extravagant large-format meats, ideal for sharing and celebrating. Mahogany wood and glass partitions divide the gargantuan space to create intimate dining experiences. These pieces are adorned in gilded accents and uniquely curved arches inspired by the 20th-century Art Nouveau movement of Paris. The main dining room highlights a massive curved bar with a metal top imported from Paris, a signature piece of Boucherie.

8. Old Ebbitt Grill

4.8

Exceptional(29741)

Price: Moderate

• American • Downtown

Booked 354 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.

9. Petite Cerise

4.7

Exceptional(151)

Price: Expensive

• French • Mount Vernon Square

Booked 49 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.

10. Zaytinya - DC

4.7

Exceptional(19419)

Price: Expensive

• Mediterranean • Penn Quarter

Booked 269 times today

Under the direction of celebrated chef José Andrés and concept chef Michael Costa, Zaytinya offers an innovative mezze menu inspired by Turkish, Greek, and Lebanese cuisines served up in a sleek and modern setting. Building on Jose’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, DC.

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Dr . Alexander J .
Washington, D.C. Area •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
We enjoyed every aspect of our dinner at the Willard Cafe Du Parc. The customer service was extraordinary from the hostess to the restaurant staff waiter Martin, the Manager, the Cheff, everyone went well beyond their call of duty to make our experience an excellent one. I am eternally obliged. Every item we ordered from the menu were outstanding. No complaints whatsoever! It was a special occasion for us and the staff made it very very special for us. The hostess even called me in advance to ask where we would like to sit! That is what I call customer service excellence! My hats off to the Willard Management team for holding such unbelievable customer service and care and quality of staff at the highest levels. We will be back again. Thank YOU! Alex
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Cafe Du ParcPrice: Expensive• Contemporary French• Downtown
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4.3
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ScottVIP
Las Vegas •8 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Waitress was awesone. Food was so good. Fun atmosphere
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Joe's Seafood, Prime Steak & Stone Crab - Washington DCPrice: Very Expensive• Seafood• Downtown
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4.8
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Matt
Washington, D.C. Area •5 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Had a great first experience at The Smith. Our server Terra was very nice and conveyed the specials and the menu well. She made sure we were having a great experience which can be a rare find in restaurants now a days. The pressed chicken was fantastic as was the 3 leaf salad. Great spot for before a Caps game. Looking forward to my next visit and will recommend to friends. Thanks Terra!
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The Smith – Penn Quarter, Washington, D.CPrice: Expensive• American• Penn Quarter
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4.5
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Nina
Northwest Florida •22 reviews
5.0
Dined on Dec 28, 2024
Fantastic food, interesting wines and a completely unique dining experience. Loved it!
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Ambar - ShawPrice: Moderate• Balkan style• Shaw
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4.6
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New York City •10 reviews
5.0
Dined on Oct 27, 2024
Good food and friendly staff, would go back. However not in a great neighborhood.
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Emmy Squared Pizza - Shaw DCPrice: Moderate• Pizzeria• Shaw
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4.3

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335 restaurants available nearby

1. Ambar - Shaw

2. Emmy Squared Pizza - Shaw DC

3. Joe's Seafood, Prime Steak & Stone Crab - Washington DC

4. Cafe Du Parc

5. The Smith – Penn Quarter, Washington, D.C

6. Oyamel

7. La Grande Boucherie - DC

8. Old Ebbitt Grill

9. Petite Cerise

10. Zaytinya - DC

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