More of District of Columbia's Standout Tables

Tavern with upstairs space serving changing New American fare & lively downstairs bar with pub grub.

Waiters in formal uniforms deliver fine Northern Italian fare in an elegant, neutral-toned setting.

Art-accented Ethiopian counter serve & coffeehouse with vegetarian classics, plus beer & wine.

New England-style seafood outpost with clams, lobster rolls, a raw bar & happy hour.

Service options: Outdoor seating, Delivery, Onsite services, Takeout, Dine-in. Popular for: Lunch, Dinner, Solo dining. Accessibility.

Union Market counter for Southern fare from shrimp & grits to bourbon brown butter bread pudding.

Identifies as Asian-owned. Service options: Outdoor seating, No-contact delivery, Delivery, Onsite services, Takeout, Dine-in. Popular for: Lunch, Dinner.

Service options: Takeout, Dine-in. Highlights: Great cocktails, Great dessert, Great wine list. Popular for: Lunch, Dinner, Solo dining. Accessibility.

Opulently outfitted chain restaurant specializing in prime steaks & seafood along with fine wines.

Convivial bistro offering riffs on tradition, from New American to French food.

Elevated Mexican fare and wood-fired grilled specialties executed in a striking, rustic-chic venue.

Modern pizzeria chain serving gourmet pies with diverse sauces, plus dessert pizzas & house sodas.

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

Easygoing bi-level destination for classic & specialty pizzas plus handmade dessert cups.

Sophisticated restaurant with a rooftop offering New American cuisine in an elegant setting.

Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible entrance, Wheelchair accessible parking lot, Wheelchair accessible restroom, Wheelchair accessible seating.

Marc Vidal's light, wood-paneled Spanish tapas destination, with lots of wines for pairing.

Corner pub with a gay-friendly vibe that serves burgers & craft beers amid Victorian-style decor.

Mod bar/eatery decorated with Mexican art serving a mix of traditional & contemporary Spanish tapas.

Pint-sized, family-run joint with counter seating offering burgers, sandwiches & other eats.

Creative preparations of sustainable seafood served in an upscale tavern with take-out fish market.

Stylish, airy Italian eatery with big windows, warm woods, red leather banquettes & wines on tap.

Service options: Outdoor seating, Delivery, Onsite services, Takeout, Dine-in. Highlights: Fast service, Great cocktails, Great dessert. Popular for: Lunch.

Landmark indie bookstore & cafe with a menu of upscale American fare, wine & draft beer. Open late.

José Andrés' festive eatery showcases Peruvian fare with Asian & Spanish accents & pisco cocktails.