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Washington D.C.

The Hit List

For all the key recommendations of restaurants you’ll love, look no further than the Resy Hit List, our expertly curated, regularly updated list of spots in your city (and many others) that should be on your radar.

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Climbing in Washington, D.C.

L’Ardente

4.7 · Italian · $

East End

Cucina Morini

4.6 · Italian · $$$

Mount Vernon Triangle

Rasika Penn Quarter

4.8 · Indian · $$$

Penn Quarter

Petite Cerise

4.5 · French · $$

Mount Vernon Square

Republic Cantina

4.8 · Tex-Mex · $$

Truxton Circle

Unconventional Diner

4.6 · American · $

Shaw

Tiger Fork

4.6 · Chinese · $$

Shaw

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Our Latest D.C. Lists

The June Hit List: Mi Vida, Dauphine’s, St. Anselm, and More

There are so many ways to celebrate in Washington, D.C .this month, including Pride and the Smithsonian Folklife Festival. Of…

By Tim Ebner June 1, 2023

The May Hit List: Le Diplomate, Ellie Bird, Bar Spero, and More

Summer is near and Washington, D.C.’s restaurant scene is turning it up just in time for patio season. Whether you…

By Tim Ebner May 1, 2023

The April Hit List: Petite Cerise, Jiwa Singapura, Tigerella, and More

Spring welcomes some exciting new restaurant openings to Washington, D.C., including an all-day French restaurant from an all-star team (Petite…

By Tim Ebner April 1, 2023

Where to Eat in March: Brine, Apero, The Red Hen, and More

In Washington, D.C., March roars in like a lion with the promise of cherry blossoms, spring-like weather, and the return…

By Tim Ebner March 1, 2023

The February Hit List: Creole on 14th, Bronze, DC Vegan, and More

Valentine or not, February is for food lovers. Yes, this is the month when restaurants roll out romantic dinner specials.…

By Tim Ebner February 1, 2023

Where to Eat in January: L’Avant-Garde, Pop, Kirby Club, and More

New Year’s resolutions are difficult to make and easy to break, so why not lower the bar a bit, and…

By Tim Ebner January 1, 2023

The 10 Restaurants That Defined D.C. Dining in 2022

In a strong year for dining, what were the absolute standouts? We asked our contributors to the Resy Hit List…

By Tim Ebner December 12, 2022

Where to Eat in December: Moon Rabbit, Crazy Aunt Helen’s, and More

It’s the time of year to dine out and celebrate at one of Washington’s top restaurants and bars — this…

By Tim Ebner December 1, 2022

Where to Eat in November: Bar Spero, Hill East Burger, Opal, and More

As Washington gears up for another contentious political and holiday season, there really is no debating the fact that our…

By Tim Ebner November 1, 2022

Where to Eat in October: Rose’s Luxury, La Tejana, The Dabney, and More

In the nation’s capital, what’s old is new again, thanks to refreshed menus and restaurants adding sequels to their repertoires.…

By Tim Ebner October 3, 2022

The Resy Hit List: Where In D.C. You’ll Want to Eat Right Now

The Resy Hit List: Where In D.C. You’ll Want to Eat Right Now

The Resy Hit List: Where In D.C. You’ll Want to Eat Right Now

Now on Resy: Amparo Fondita, Kiyomi Sushi, Baan Siam, and More Local Favorites

D.C.’s Newest Restaurant Openings, Now on Resy

Petite Cerise Brings The Dabney’s Sensibilities to an All-Day French Café

What D.C. Chefs Loved and Learned About Dining This Year

Pepe Moncayo of Cranes Spanish Kaiseki on the Joys of Dining With Kids

Chefs and Restaurateurs Explain Why Dim Sum Matters More Than Ever

Now on Resy: Amparo Fondita, Kiyomi Sushi, Baan Siam, and More Local Favorites

D.C.’s Newest Restaurant Openings, Now on Resy

The Resy Guide to Outdoor Dining in D.C.

The Hit List

Climbing in Washington, D.C.

L’Ardente

Cucina Morini

Rasika Penn Quarter

Petite Cerise

Republic Cantina

Unconventional Diner

Tiger Fork

Our Latest D.C. Lists

The June Hit List: Mi Vida, Dauphine’s, St. Anselm, and More

The May Hit List: Le Diplomate, Ellie Bird, Bar Spero, and More

The April Hit List: Petite Cerise, Jiwa Singapura, Tigerella, and More

Where to Eat in March: Brine, Apero, The Red Hen, and More

The February Hit List: Creole on 14th, Bronze, DC Vegan, and More

Where to Eat in January: L’Avant-Garde, Pop, Kirby Club, and More

The 10 Restaurants That Defined D.C. Dining in 2022

Where to Eat in December: Moon Rabbit, Crazy Aunt Helen’s, and More

Where to Eat in November: Bar Spero, Hill East Burger, Opal, and More

Where to Eat in October: Rose’s Luxury, La Tejana, The Dabney, and More