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Best Romantic Restaurants WASHINGTON D.C.


Whether you're celebrating a milestone with someone special in the Washington D.C. area or looking for the best date restaurants that are sure to impress, a romantic setting can set the mood for a night to remember. We've selected the best romantic restaurants in Washington D.C. to share a memorable meal with your sweetheart.

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1789 Restaurant American
16/20
Dining Room at 1789 Restaurant, Washington, DC 1226 36th St. NW
Washington, DC 20007
202-965-1789 | Menu
Seasonal American fare in an elegant Georgetown townhouse. More...

901 Restaurant & Bar Modern American
14/20
901 Ninth St. NW
Washington, DC 20001
202-524-4433
Sophisticated contemporary American fare accompanied by exotic drinks. More...

The Bombay Club Indian
14/20
Dining Room at The Bombay Club, Washington, DC 815 Connecticut Ave. NW
Washington, DC 20006
202-659-3727 | Menu
The Bombay Club re-creates the atmosphere of the Raj. More...

Bourbon Steak Steakhouse
15/20
Dining Room at Bourbon Steak, Washington, DC Four Seasons Hotel Washington, DC
2800 Pennsylvania Ave. NW
Washington, DC 20007
202-944-2026 | Menu
Elegant cuisine for the über gourmet. More...

CityZen American
18/20
Dining Room at CityZen, Washington, DC Mandarin Oriental, Washington DC
1330 Maryland Ave. SW
Washington, DC 20024
202-787-6006 | Menu
Chef Eric Ziebold endorses minimalist American fare--and his bill of fare wins over Washingtonians. More...

Fiola Italian
15/20
Dining Room at Fiola, Washington, DC 601 Pennsylvania Ave. NW
Washington, DC 20004
202-628-2888 | Photo
Fabio Trabocchi creates Italian fare at this contemporary trattoria in Penn Quarter. More...

Marcel's French
16/20
Dining Room at Marcel 2401 Pennsylvania Ave. NW
Washington, DC 20037
202-296-1166 | Menu
Chef Robert Wiedmaier cooks in the French style but with Flemish accents. More...

Marrakesh Moroccan
13/20
Dining Room at Marrakesh, Washington, DC 617 New York Ave. NW
Washington, DC 20001
202-393-9393 | Menu
Moroccan cuisine and exotic entertainment make this a must-go dining experience. More...

Michel Richard Citronelle French
19/20
Dining Room at Michel Richard Citronelle, Washington, DC Latham Hotel
3000 M St. NW
Washington, DC 20007
202-625-2150 | Menu | Photo
Let Michel Richard take your senses on an exhilarating thrill ride. More...

Neyla Lebanese
14/20
3206 N. St. NW
Washington, DC 20007
202-333-6353 | Menu
Exotic décor mirrors the lush cuisine of the Middle East: a must! More...

Palena Contemporary
14/20
3529 Connecticut Ave. NW
Washington, DC 20008
202-537-9250 | Menu
Palena is one of Cleveland Park’s more upscale neighborhood restaurants, and easier on the pocketbook with its casual-café addition. More...

Plume Contemporary
No Rating
Dining Room at Plume, Washington, DC The Jefferson
1200 16th St. NW
Washington, DC 20036
202-448-2300 | Menu
Elegant décor provides the ideal setting for the contemporary cuisine. More...

PS 7’s Contemporary
15/20
Dining Room at PS 7’s, Washington, DC 777 I St. NW
Washington, DC 20001
202-742-8550 | Menu
Peter Smith shines with his well-crafted food and super-charged flavors. More...

Rasika Indian
14/20
Dining Room at Rasika, Washington, DC 633 D St. NW
Washington, DC 20004
202-637-1222 | Menu
Classic Indian cooking in a contemporary setting. More...

701 Restaurant Modern American
15/20
Dining Room at 701 Restaurant, Washington, DC 701 Pennsylvania Ave. NW
Washington, DC 20004
202-393-0701 | Menu
A swanky setting for innovative Modern American cuisine. More...

Tabard Inn American
14/20
Dining Room at Tabard Inn, Washington, DC Tabard Inn
1739 N St. NW
Washington, DC 20036
202-833-2668 | Menu
A DC landmark, the inn is redolent with tradition and charm, with food to match. More...

Taberna del Alabardero Spanish
14/20
1776 I St. NW
Washington, DC 20006
202-429-2200 | Menu
Decades-old restaurant for a world of Spanish cooking beyond paella. More...

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