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Baan Mae
Price: Expensive•Asian•4.8(80)We are a Laotian restaurant in the heart of the neighborhood of Shaw. Baan Mae means Mom's house in Laotian. Chef Seng of Thip Khao and Padaek is serving up dishes reminiscent of her home kitchen and her mother's kitchen.
Mom's House Reservation Policy:
All reservations are allowed a 15-minute grace period.
All parties must be present at the restaurant to be seated. If parties are incomplete by the end of the 15-minute grace period, the reservation may be moved to the waitlist upon the completion of the party.
Reservation wait times may be impacted in the case of rain or heat advisory as we will do our best to accommodate patio reservations indoors.
Due to our limited seating capacity, all reservations are limited to a maximum of 90-minute seating time and 2 hours for large parties of 5+.
Please contact us for for reservations for parties of 5+.Zeppelin
Price: Expensive•Sushi•4.8(756)Shaw's first edomae-style sushi & kushiyaki grill where guests can enjoy daily sashimi & nigiri specials, happy hour from 4-6pm everyday, and half priced bottle sake every Tuesday from 4pm until close.
Come sing karaoke with us Thursday through Saturday starting from 10:30pm on.
Omakase is available upon request!
The Dabney
Price: Very Expensive•American•4.8(314)Located in historic Blagden Alley in D.C.'s Shaw neighborhood since 2015, The Dabney continues to pay tribute to the wonderful farmers, watermen, and purveyors of the mid-Atlantic region whom provide some of the best and most unique products in the country. We celebrate these ingredients by preparing them in a large wood burning hearth which is the centerpiece of our open kitchen. The current dining room experience is an 8-course tasting menu honoring the Mid-Atlantic's bounty. We offer an additional 3-course experience at our bar and bar area tables. Walk-in guests are welcome to enjoy the bar area as well.
The Dabney has been awarded one Michelin star every year since 2017, James Beard Foundation Best Chef Mid-Atlantic for Chef Jeremiah Langhorne in 2018, and Washingtonian Magazine's #1 restaurant in 2023.
At this time we are unable to accommodate severe allium and dairy allergies as well as vegan and vegetarian diets.Bar Chinois
Price: Moderate•Chinese•4.7(638)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!
Ambar - Shaw
Price: Moderate•Balkan style•4.6(473)
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.San Lorenzo
Price: Expensive•Italian•4.6(328)Come in and feel transported to the streets of Italy.
Enjoy light, wholesome dishes - beautiful stucco walls and black and white photos of the chef/owner’s quaint hometown. Chef Massimo believes in creating dishes that honor the heritage and flavors of his native Tuscany. The magic of this cuisine is the exceptional preparation — fresh, simple ingredients paired with unique herbs and seasonings for a taste that’s anything but simple. With over 30 years of culinary training - Chef Massimo delivers homemade pastas, sauces, Florentine steak, veal, lamb, fresh fish and exceptional risotto.
Stay tuned for the not-to-be missed tasting menus offered nightly.
Also inquire about the unique communal wine lunch experiences on Saturday afternoons that can be booked only directly with management because they book up quickly. If you enjoy dining in Chef Massimo’s ‘San Lorenzo’ home - know he will also come to your home for special occasions or even travel with you within the US and Italy.
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- OTOpenTable DinerFort Lauderdale •1 review5.0Dined 3 days agoThe most amazing food I've had. We had the six course meal and was very full by the end.More infoMitaPrice: Very Expensive• Latin American• Washington•4.8
- OTOpenTable DinerDenver / Colorado •1 review5.0Dined 3 days agoSecond time we come to this restaurant, both the service (by Rosa and team) and the food were outstanding and creative.More infoAmbar - ShawPrice: Moderate• Balkan style• Shaw•4.6
- MManuelVIPWashington, D.C. Area •29 reviews5.0Dined 4 days agoExcellent food, excellent service as always. We have been here MANY times and have never been dissapointed!More infoZeppelinPrice: Expensive• Sushi• Shaw•4.8
- OTOpenTable DinerWashington, D.C. Area •3 reviews5.0Dined 5 days agoAlways love it here! Like the new update to the menuMore infoHaikanPrice: Moderate• Ramen• Shaw•4.5
- MMMarshaMWashington, D.C. Area •3 reviews5.0Dined 6 days agoBest kept secret! What an unexpected little gem, excellent!More infoBaan MaePrice: Expensive• Asian• Shaw•4.8
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The Shaw neighborhood of Washington, D.C. is known for being a hub of international restaurants. Running from Mt. Vernon Square to U Street, this trendy area is packed with eateries and hosts everything from Thai and West African cuisine to French-Asian fusion food. These multicultural restaurants frequently entertain throngs of students from Howard University as well as business professionals meeting for lunch before heading back to the Mt. Vernon Square Convention Center. If your taste buds prefer more classic American-style food, try the half-smoke hot dog, one of D.C.'s most iconic dishes. This hot dog is smothered in french fries, cheese sauce, meaty chili and raw onions. You can grab one of these hearty hot dogs just east of the African-American Civil War Memorial.
Frequently asked questions
The best reviewed restaurant in Shaw is Causa
The best vegan restaurants in Shaw are Ambar - Shaw, Baan Mae and Chaplin
The best vegetarian restaurants in Shaw are Ambar - Shaw, Bar Chinois and Baan Mae
The restaurants with the best service in Shaw are Causa, Baan Mae and The Dabney
The restaurants with the best ambiance in Shaw are The Dabney, Causa and Baan Mae
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