The Best Restaurant in Downtown, Washington, D.C.

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Until recently, tourists who trekked north from the Mall hungry for something more than Smithsonian cafeteria food were stranded Downtown with little but high-end options. Now, young Washingtonians are taking advantage of residential development and moving off Capitol Hill to Downtown, Penn Quarter, and Chinatown, where nothing short of a restaurant revolution has taken shape in the last decade.

Dauphine’s

$$$ | Downtown

Dauphine’s, a restaurant inspired by the playful spirit and iconic cuisine of New Orleans, is a new, exciting addition to the D.C. dining scene. The menu pays homage to the diverse cultural influences and rich culinary traditions of New Orleans. On the menu, you will see classic Louisiana dishes like pommes soufflé, trout amandine, and other original dishes inspired by New Orleans. The expansive 145-seat restaurant features a large sunken dining room anchored by a custom raw bar and wood charcuterie case, a double-height wrought-iron pavilion linking the dining room and bar area, and an intimate mezzanine and adjoining private dining room. 

1100 15th St. NW, Washington, DC, 20005, USA
202-258--3785
Known For
  • Great happy hour
  • Wine expert available
  • Excellent service
Restaurant Details
Reservations essential

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