Impressing Out of Towners
Impressing Out of Towners
Kyojin Sushi
Go to this Georgetown sushi spot for a weekend party when you want to hit the club, but also really need somewhere to sit.
Aslin Beer Company
Head to this Logan Circle brewery when you’re hoping to catch a glimpse of last weekend’s missed connection.
Maiz 64
Dining at Maiz 64 feels like dining in Mexico City. The food, much like the carefully planned interior, is a work of art.
Chloe
Chloe is where you take your out-of-town friends to prove "you're in the know." The Mediterranean restaurant highlights locally-sourced vegetables and ingredients.
Das Ethiopian
Das Ethiopian is the only fine-dining Ethiopian restaurant in the city, so expect all the frills and niceties you get from a fine-dining restaurant paired with some really good Ethiopian food.
Chiko
Chiko is a fast-casual spot near Eastern Market that serves a mix of Chinese and Korean food, with a $50 reservation-only tasting menu.
Unconventional Diner
Unconventional Diner is the perfect remedy for indecisive friends, with breakfast, brunch, and dinner options ranging from waffles to kale nachos.
Kinship
Kinship does fancy-ish American food in Shaw. Go for a special occasion, and get the lobster French toast.
Hill Country Barbecue Market
Hill Country is a DC barbecue VIP, and it’s conveniently located in Penn Quarter.
Tail Up Goat
Wear elastic-waisted pants when you go to Tail Up Goat in Adams Morgan, and make sure to get involved with the pastas and lamb ribs.
Maketto
Part trendy clothing store, part Cambodian/Thai restaurant, Maketto might just be the coolest spot in DC right now.
The Dabney
A highly attractive spot located on the highly trendy Blagden Alley, The Dabney will impress both your date and your Instagram followers.
Le Diplomate
This French bistro is the place to see anyone who’s ever been on “Meet the Press". The food is also delicious.