1. Founding Farmers
8.9
1924 Pennsylvania Ave NW (20th St NW), Washington, D.C.
American Restaurant · George Washington University · 804 tips and reviews
Jenna: Try the super tender fried chicken, mac 'n cheese and waffle dish. An unusual yet surprisingly deliciously harmonising combo. Comfort food at its finest.
Danielle: Make sure you have a reservation! You'll still likely have to wait a bit, but it's worth it. Popcorn, fried green tomatoes,&mac n cheese are all awesome. Plenty of vegetarian & vegan friendly options!
Mikael Wagner: A great place for lunch, brunch or happy hour with nibbles. We had the the chicken and waffles and selected a spinach and kale side and Mac and cheese.delicious and a lot of food too. Gewat service
2. The Red Hen
9.1
1822 1st St NW (at Seaton Pl NW), Washington, D.C.
Italian Restaurant · LeDroit Park - Bloomingdale · 86 tips and reviews
olivier PEYRE: "You’ll linger over bowls of pillowy ricotta cavatelli folded with shredded lamb and bacon, or silky, squid-ink paccheri tossed with tender calamari rings and meaty chickpeas." FR
Steven Androphy: Tough to get reservations now that it's so popular but it's well worth the trip. Chicken liver mousse, burrata, and short ribs were all fantastic.
Beth S.: The seasonal burrata and cavatelli are consistently amazing.
3. NuVegan Cafe
8.4
2928 Georgia Ave NW (at Hobart Pl NW), Washington, D.C.
Vegan and Vegetarian Restaurant · Pleasant Plains · 78 tips and reviews
Nicolas Pratt: Try the Vegan Mac N' Cheese, and the Vegan fried Chicken Sandwich. Not very healthy, but very tasty and unique
Leticia Ebb: Shepherd's Pie & Mac n Cheese were amazing! The collard greens & green beans were also well seasoned! Yum!
Jess Kelly: This place was a revelation to me. I'd never had Southern, let alone vegan Southern food before. The collared greens, mac n cheese and bbq "ribs" were amazing. Great prices too.
4. Cava Mezze
8.3
527 8th St SE, Washington, D.C.
Greek Restaurant · Capitol Hill · 96 tips and reviews
Dee🌴: The Crazy Feta and harissa here are a must!
Ria Henares: Saganaki cheese mezze is phenomenal, it's heaven
Blair M: Lamb burgers, baba ganoush with spicy red pepper spread, flaming cheese, fried zucchini fritters - must I go on?! So yummy, everything.
5. Jaleo
8.5
480 7th St NW (at E St NW), Washington, D.C.
Tapas Restaurant · Penn Quarter · 256 tips and reviews
Washingtonian Magazine: Tapas we’ve been loving for years include goat-cheese-stuffed red peppers, crusty bread rubbed with tomatoes & layered with thinly sliced Manchego, a textbook gazpacho, & warm dates wrapped in bacon.
Eric Olsson: Try the Tortilla Menorquina - Spanish omelet with sobrasada, onions and Mahón cheese
Kelli Solomon: Amazing! The menu is huge so ask your servers about their favs. The mushrooms with cheese are a hidden gem and the most amazing thing I had there.
6. Le Diplomate
9.2
1601 14th St NW (at Q St NW), Washington, D.C.
French Restaurant · Logan Circle - Shaw · 313 tips and reviews
Amy ✈️: This place is packed & for good reason! Great food & service! Little pricey but good size portions, we shared the steak frittes so we could also have escargots, cheese & the amazing bread & butter!
Julie O'Brien: Ohdeargod the MUSHROOM TART. If you like flaky pastry & truffle cheese - it's a must!
Morgan Thomas: Not only is the food delicious, but the service is great. Get the Marconi and cheese, and enjoy (or take home) those starter pastries during brunch..
7. 2 Amys
8.8
3715 Macomb St NW, Washington, D.C.
Pizzeria · Cathedral - Wesley Heights - McLean Gardens · 168 tips and reviews
Andrea R: Burrata Cheese is Amazing! Rapini is a must! They use the most delish balsamic vinegar! Fav Salad on the menu is the Escarole. The Pizza is Certified by The Italian Government Neapolitan Pizza!
Andrew Cerda: Yes, the pizza is fabulous- as are all of the small bites: cheeses, meats, etc. I recommend the goat ricotta with honey and pine nuts. Soft and sweet in just the right ways.
Karthik Raman: Solid Neapolitan pizza. Ask for the off the menu special - pepperoni, hot peppers, grana cheese on margherita base
8. Lincoln
8.1
1110 Vermont Ave NW (btwn L St and Thomas Circle NW), Washington, D.C.
New American Restaurant · Downtown-Penn Quarter-Chinatown · 149 tips and reviews
Greg R: Mac n cheese and all the veggie options are amazing. More Moscow Mules please!
Spencer Sorrell: Chicken Pot Pie, Mac 'n' Cheese, & Lobster Hush Puppies are delicious!
Alexandra: Nice place with good food and atmosphere. Get the Moscow Mule, Organic Kale Salad, and Mac & Cheese. You wont regret it.
Robb Fitzsimmons: Washingtonian recommends the pork rinds with pimiento cheese, fried chicken sandwich, and mac and cheese.
Ekta Daryanani: Nice spacious bar with an awesome beer selection. Was surprised by how good he food was - Brussels sprouts, Mac and cheese and the dips are all yummy!
Ron: Excellent selection of cheese to go with yeast-forward beers!
11. Old Ebbitt Grill
9.1
675 15th St NW (at G St NW), Washington, D.C.
American Restaurant · Downtown-Penn Quarter-Chinatown · 689 tips and reviews
CopperBeauty: Order the Trout Parmesan followed with the chocolate chip bread pudding for dessert - you won't be disappointed
Tori Gal: Parmesan trout is to die for here.
Behrad Eats: Must try the Good Burger with blue cheese, jalapeño onion marmalade, shredded lettuce with A-1 aioli and of course bacon on the side.
12. Busboys and Poets
8.8
2021 14th St NW (at V St NW), Washington, D.C.
American Restaurant · U-Street · 356 tips and reviews
BC 😎🎶: Recommend the Grilled brie, caramelized onions & spinach panini. Sweet potato fries = yum. Nice, chill atmosphere.
Emily Sadowsky: Love the havarti avocado sandwich. Expect a 45 min wait for a table, but once you have one, you can relax and take a long time for you meal.
Brett Morris: The Sweet Fuji Apple And Gorgonzola Sandwich is my favorite sandwich in the world.
14. Filomena Ristorante
9.0
1063 Wisconsin Ave NW, Washington, D.C.
Italian Restaurant · Georgetown · 182 tips and reviews
Lorian Cobra: One of rhe best italian restaurants. Order the tagliattele al matrimonial, made with homemade cheese!
BASMAH.A: Highly recommend, try the Cheese ravioli with pink sauce and fried mozzarella 👍🏼.
Steve Zohler: Sandi Ravioli was great tasting with 4 very large raviolis. The chicken parm, ravioli matrimonia, and the lasagna were all delicious with plenty to take home. Friendly wait staff as well.