More of District of Columbia's Standout Tables

Classic Thai dishes & house specialties in varying degrees of spiciness, served in colorful digs.

Service options: Outdoor seating, Onsite services, Takeout, Dine-in. Highlights: Fast service. Popular for: Breakfast, Lunch, Solo dining. Accessibility.

Service options: Dine-in. Highlights: Great coffee, Great dessert. Popular for: Lunch, Dinner, Solo dining. Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible restroom.

Classic light fare & organic breads fill out the menu at this rustic-chic bakery/cafe chain.

Louisiana-inspired fast-food chain known for its crispy fried chicken, chicken sandwiches & fries.

Cozy, casual counter-service spot serving pies & slices, other Italian favorites, salads & wings.

Salvadoran pupusas & roast chicken plus Mexican tamales, tacos & more in a counter-service eatery.

Minimalist, family-owned mainstay offering nostalgic Vietnamese bites, plus bubble tea.

Casual eatery offering health-conscious acai bowls & smoothies, plus pressed juices.

Service options: Curbside pickup, No-contact delivery, Delivery, Takeout, Dine-in. Popular for: Lunch, Dinner, Solo dining. Offerings: Comfort food, Halal food.

Relaxed dining room serving Thai curries, noodles & more, all with a choice of spice levels.

Service options: Curbside pickup, Delivery, Onsite services, Takeout, Dine-in. Offerings: Happy hour drinks. Dining options: Brunch. Atmosphere.

Informal Chinese bakery & eatery selling coffee & traditional sweets, plus rice & noodle dishes.

Mediterranean restaurant for thoughtful food with customizable greens & grains bowls, pitas & salad.

Identifies as Black-owned. Service options: Outdoor seating, Delivery, Onsite services, Takeout, Dine-in. Highlights: Great beer selection, Great cocktails.

Casual counter-serve chain for build-your-own sandwiches & salads, with health-conscious options.

Service options: Outdoor seating, Curbside pickup, Delivery, Onsite services, Takeout, Dine-in. Highlights: Fast service, Great beer selection, Great cocktails.

Casual spot with a covered patio serving up drinks, bar bites & occasional live acoustic music.

Dramatic river views & swanky design define this soaring, spacious American with a killer terrace.

Hearty down-home soul food such as fried chicken & collard greens presented in a no-frills setting.

Hip, counter-serve chain for gourmet takes on fast-food classics like burgers & frozen custard.

Upscale chain for aged prime beef, seafood & other traditional steakhouse fare in a clubby space.

Cool, contemporary cafe for wild-caught fish burgers, accented with organic condiments.

Service options: Outdoor seating, Curbside pickup, Onsite services, Takeout, Dine-in. Highlights: Live music. Popular for: Lunch, Dinner.

Sophisticated restaurant in an intimate setting offering a fixed price menu & wine pairings.