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EXPLORE D.C. | | | | | | | 1213 U St NW
Washington,
DC
20009
202-667-0909 | | | | | Description: U STREET. Although you can get wonderful chili (including vegetarian) at this family-run restaurant and have it served with just about any dish, you'll also find true Southern breakfasts and other tasty items. The Chili Half-Smoke is reported to be a favorite of Bill Cosby's, and you're likely to see other familiar faces from entertainment, political, and sports circles at this U Street eatery. The decor is retro '50s, a perfect backdrop for chili dogs and the like. METRO: Cardoza/Shaw
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| 1225 19th St NW
Washington,
DC
20036
202-293-0162 | | | | | Description: DUPONT CIRCLE. C.F. Folks, which only opens for lunch, attracts hungry folks who jostle for position at open tables in the small, nondescript eatery. Some of Washington's biggest movers and shakers are known to line up at this popular lunch counter to place an order. Be sure to carefully inspect the blackboard's daily specials, because they seem to be the most appealing. The regular menu offers a collection of tasty soups and salads. Casual dress. Outdoor dining available.
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| 806 15th St NW
Washington,
DC
20005
202-730-8800 | | | | | Description: DOWNTOWN. Not your typical French restaurant, upscale Café 15 prides itself on consistency and presentation. The contemporary menu features only the freshest seasonal ingredients for both à la carte and prix fixe options. Each is prepared and presented with tasteful panache for example, roasted halibut with toasted gingerbread crust is accompanied by zucchini tagliatelle with white wine and pepper emulsion. The stunning dining room features brightly colored artwork set against a backdrop of rich jewel tones. The well-selected wines reflect the Café's high standards and are fairly priced, making this elegant affair one of the best deals in DC. Three-course tasting menu: $46; five-course tasting menu: $83. METRO: McPherson Square
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| 701 14th St NW
Washington,
DC
20005
202-393-3983 | | | | | Description: DOWNTOWN. The sizzling cuisines of South and Central America have invaded the nation's capital, and, thankfully, the DC dining scene will never be the same. A decor of Yucatan stone, mosaics and furniture fashioned of Brazilian wood takes traditional elements and gives them a modern slant. Ceviches, of course, lead the menu, and it's wise to go ahead and sample the yellowfin tuna or Yucatan shrimp. From there, look to such flavorful courses as Brazilian-braised pork shank with black beans and rice, Bahian-style boullabaisse, or jerk barbequed young chicken with rice, peas and sautéed callaloo. METRO: Metro Center
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| 4540 Lee Hwy
Arlington,
VA
22207
703-243-4222 | | | | | Description: ARLINGTON. This Arlington restaurant serves tasty Peruvian eats in a stripped-down atmosphere. However, the food gets unfailing attention, and after one bite, you'll know that taste and quality are top priorities. Spit-roasted chicken is a prominent favorite, accompanied by any number of goodies, including yucca fries, fried plantains, and black beans and rice. Other menu items include a selection of Argentinean steaks, salads, and sandwiches. Casual dress.
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| 2813 M St NW
Washington,
DC
20007
202-338-1784 | | | | | Description: GEORGETOWN. Escape the hectic pace of everyday life, and relax in this award-winning restaurant. Amid rush-seated chairs and hanging copper cookware, a central stone fireplace blazes during winter months and adds to the traditional atmosphere of this charming French inn. Menu selections include an enticing cassoulet, veal piccata, and salmon in puff pastry with champagne-dill sauce. More adventurous diners may opt for tripe stewed in Calvados liqueur or calf's brain sautéed in brown butter and capers. Daily specials. Business casual attire. Reservations recommended. METRO: Foggy Bottom
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| Leopold's Kafe + Konditorei3315 M St NW
Washington,
DC
20007
202-965-6005 | | | | | Description: GEORGETOWN. Casual yet stylishly European, this restaurant-bakery manages to stay below the city's culinary radar despite its creative fare and the staff's sterling reputation. That's just fine with regulars, who pride themselves on keeping close Leopold's many joys. Fabulous main dishes like bratwurst and traditional Austrian schnitzel are more than worth the indulgence. Lighter alternatives include salads, gourmet sandwiches and hot and cold soups. Cheese strudel and other homemade pastries justifiably draw acclaim as well, thanks to perfect baking and a rich boost of fresh fruit, nuts, vanilla and caramel.
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| 2029 P St NW
Washington,
DC
20036
202-872-1180 | | | | | Description: DUPONT CIRCLE. Tucked into a brick townhouse, this intimate restaurant thrives on simplicity. Its environment is clean-lined; its food, unadulterated; its menu, uncluttered. Based on what's fresh and seasonal, the prix fixe menu changes daily and offers just a few well-developed selections. As a result, rich, satisfying courses keep patrons coming back for more. Italian-inspired meals might begin with bread or antipasto, then move to a roast squab entrée, and end with a homemade ice cream dessert. Reservations strongly recommended. METRO: Dupont Circle
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| Pizzeria Paradiso Dupont Circle2029 P St NW
Washington,
DC
20036-5948
202-223-1245 | | | | | Description: DUPONT CIRCLE. Without exception, everyone raves about this fabulous place and its incredible pies. Pizzas baked in a wood-burning oven come with thin, hearty crusts and authentic ingredients. Without even sampling one, you can judge food quality by the lines outside the door. The small dining room provides more than just pizza, as proven by great sandwiches, stuffed with fresh cold cuts, roasted vegetables, and tangy cheeses on home-baked breads. Salads, wine and gelatos are terrific, too. METRO: Dupont Circle
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| 2635 Connecticut Ave
Washington,
DC
20008
202-332-2711 | | | | | Description: WOODLEY PARK. Stylish, tasteful and refined, this restaurant gives those living on DC's north side a place where they can sport their trendiest threads while savoring upscale Japanese fare and any of the 45 imported sake selections. The dinner menu lists, of course, sashimi, maki and nigiri; however, those seeking something beyond the raw can go for grilled selections like beef, chicken or pork bulgogi barbeque and Chilean sea bass with saikyo miso kinko sauce. A delightful option for large groups is the tapas menu, whose eclectic mix of dishes includes octopus ceviche and grilled flounder fin. METRO: Woodley Park
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