Foggy Bottom Restaurants
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1. Call Your Mother Deli
$ | Foggy Bottom |Craving bagels? One of the most popular bagel shops in D.C., Call Your Mother Deli, recently expanded to the West End neighborhood. A modern take on a Jewish deli, their specialty is bagels, ranging from the classic everything bagel to more unique flavors like blueberry muffin. Located in the lobby of Yours Truly DC hotel, you can find a steady line for breakfast and lunch from locals who love their bagels and creative toppings. Aside from the bagel sandwiches and flavored cream cheeses, you can also order donuts, muffins, and cookies.
1143 New Hampshire Ave. NW, Washington, District of Columbia, 20037, USA202-773--0871Known For
- Bright and colorful design
- Strong coffee
- Loaded bagels
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2. Rasika West End
$$$$ | West End |Rasika, an award-winning restaurant in West End, is one of the pioneers in Indian fine dining in Washington, D.C. With its sleek bar and modern dining room, Rasika is always buzzing with patrons. From popular dishes like chicken tikka masala to creative inspirations like silky glazed cod and truffled minced-lamb kebabs, chef Vikram Sunderam knows how to take diners on a virtual trip to India. A popular spot amongst the D.C. elite, don't be surprised if you run into a famous politician or journalist.
1190 New Hampshire Ave. NW, Washington, District of Columbia, 20037, USA202-466--2500Known For
- Upscale Indian cuisine
- Modern dining room
- Chef-driven
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3. Western Market
$ | |Are you looking for a place featuring local vendors and affordable eats? Check out Western Market, a new food hall close to George Washington University. From Italian hoagies to Venezuelan arepas, you can get a taste of D.C.'s diverse culinary scene. The marketplace tenants consist of an exciting lineup of concepts, including Capo Deli, Mason's Famous Lobster Rolls, Onkei, RAWish, Nim Ali, Falafel Inc., Arepa Zone, Bandoola Bowl, and Roaming Rooster. The ample space, at over 12,000 square feet, is a fun meeting place, drawing crowds from GW, neighboring institutions like the World Bank, and visitors alike.
2000 Pennsylvania Ave. NW, Washington, District of Columbia, 20006, USA202-452--0924Known For
- Diverse food options
- Popular with students
- Great meet-up spot
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4. Beefsteak
$ | Foggy Bottom |Vegetarians and carnivores alike rejoice at Beefsteak, the vegetable-forward fast-casual restaurant by renowned chef and humanitarian José Andres. Located at the heart of Foggy Bottom, it offers colorful salads, veggie burgers, and hearty bowls. Most items are $10 or less, ideal for a budget meal without sacrificing quality. Items like the Faux Joe burger, made with plant-based protein, spicy chilorio chili sauce, and the katsu bowl with Asian spices are favorites among guests.
800 22nd St. NW, Washington, District of Columbia, 20052, USA202-296--1439Known For
- Colorful vegetarian bowls
- Vegetable "burgers" with huge chunks of veggies
- Affordable vegetarian food
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5. Bindaas
$ | Foggy Bottom |For a taste of Indian street food, head to Bindaas, a casual restaurant near George Washington University. Owned by the same restaurant group as Rasika, you will find high-quality Indian food in a more relaxed setting. Fans of Bindaas go for kathi rolls, made with a thin crepe-like shell and filled with classics such as chicken tikka masala and paneer (spinach and cheese stew). You can also find a wide selection of chaat (savory snacks) and pao buns with stew fillings.
2000 Pennsylvania Ave. NW, Washington, District of Columbia, 20006, USAKnown For
- Wide selection of chaat (savory snacks)
- Classic Indian dishes
- Casual setup
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Rate Includes: Closed Mon. -
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6. Blue Duck Tavern
$$$$ | |With an open kitchen firmly committed to artistically crafted American cuisine, this high-end neighborhood tavern in the Park Hyatt Washington D.C. hotel uses the region's freshest seasonal ingredients to create rustic dishes such as wood oven–roasted bone marrow and roasted Rohan duck breast. The apple pie is probably the most iconic dish of this popular restaurant, so make sure to save room for dessert if it's on the menu.
1201 24th St. NW, Washington, District of Columbia, 20037, USA202-419–6755Known For
- Apple pie
- Wood oven–roasted bone marrow
- Creative breakfast and brunch menu
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7. Flower Child
$ | Foggy Bottom |Yummy, made-from-scratch vegetarian, vegan, and paleo bowls, salads, and wraps are served in a cheery space.
2112 Pennsylvania Ave NW, Washington, District of Columbia, USAKnown For
- Cauliflower "risotto"
- Wine selection
- Vegan, vegetarian, and gluten free–friendly
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8. Founding Farmers DC
$$ | Foggy Bottom |An ultramodern take on the old-school farmhouse, Founding Farmers has been a popular choice for both tourists and locals. The restaurant is known for its sustainable and local sourcing. The wide-ranging menu includes everything from handmade pasta to burgers oozing with a variety of toppings. Farms from all over the country provide most of the fresh vegetables, beef, poultry, and fish. Bonus: it's one of the few standalone restaurants in the city offering breakfast from Monday to Friday.
1924 Pennsylvania Ave. NW, Washington, District of Columbia, 20006, USA202-822–8783Known For
- Kernel-speckled cornbread served piping hot in a cast-iron skillet
- Throwback sodas, such as the daily rickey and lemon-lime ginger
- Deviled eggs
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9. Immigrant Food
$$ | Foggy Bottom |A global menu representing the different flavors brought to D.C. by immigrants is the theme behind this casual eatery near the White House. The menu takes you on a virtual trip around the world, serving dishes like West African gumbo bowl and Vietnamese Banh Mi with Caribbean spices. Don't miss out on brunch serving global-inspired creations like shrimp arepas and shakshuka. The restaurant is also a hub for immigrant rights programming, headed by Venezuelan star chef Enrique Limardo, a staunch supporter of the cause.
1701 Pennsylvania Ave. NW, Washington, District of Columbia, USA202-681–3848Known For
- Globally inspired fusion bowls
- Serves as an activist hub
- Popular brunch spot
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10. Imperfecto
$$$$ | Foggy Bottom |Although Imperfecto means imperfect in Spanish, there's nothing flawed about this Michelin-starred restaurant. The menu brings together Mediterranean and Latin American cultures with dishes such as moussaka and suckling pig with horchata (a popular Latin American rice-based drink). Imperfecto, owned by acclaimed Venezuelan chef Enrique Limardo, has a bold approach to his menus. Guests can choose from a chef's menu where the chef will take them on a culinary trip around Europe and Latin America, or you can opt for a la carte.
1124 23rd St. NW, Washington, District of Columbia, 20037, USA202-964–1012Known For
- Creative Chef's Table menu
- Immaculately plated dishes
- Sleek modern decor
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11. Marcel's by Robert Wiedmaier
$$$$ | |Served in a warmly lit, elegant setting, the award-winning Belgian menu at Marcel's—the flagship restaurant of acclaimed chef Robert Wiedmaier—often includes multiple seafood choices (like perfectly seared diver scallops and Blue Bay mussels), succulent duck breast, and a selection of foie gras. Order the mixed-melon minestrone with yogurt sorbet and cream for dessert. If you're craving fine dining but are short on time, check out the happy hour menu, which offers small dishes like duck liver mousse and escargot for $12 a plate.
2401 Pennsylvania Ave. NW, Washington, District of Columbia, 20037, USA202-296–1166Known For
- Very upscale multicourse menus that change daily
- Flavorful Blue Bay mussels
- Affordable lounge happy hour
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12. RIS
$$$ | West End |The brainchild of veteran chef Ris Lacoste, RIS serves elevated but comforting seasonal New American fare in an earthy-chic, light-filled space—the sort of place you'll find locals, the after-work crowd, and even a celebrity or two. You should definitely try the daily and seasonal specials, but you can always count on the mainstays, including onion soup, mussels, and RIS's "famous meatloaf."
2275 L St. NW, Washington, District of Columbia, USA202-730–2500Known For
- Signature scallop margaritas and a gin mill featuring more than 75 varieties
- A great "marquee menu" for pretheater diners, available 5 to 6:30 pm
- Daily specials featuring the chef's take on classic dishes and fresh-from-the-market produce
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13. Westend Bistro
$$$ | |The culinary team focuses on Americanized versions of bistro classics created from regional ingredients in this modern-style West End restaurant in the Ritz-Carlton Washington D.C. In warmer months, the patio is popular with guests and locals alike, and innovative cocktails please the happy hour crowd.
1190 22nd St. NW, Washington, District of Columbia, 20037, USA202-974–5566Known For
- A chef's table that diners can customize
- Weekday happy hour featuring a special cocktail of the day
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: No lunch weekends, Reservations essential
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