The 32-ounce dry-aged rib eye at Bourbon Steak is what’s for dinner.
Art and Soul
Enjoy farm-fresh local ingredients and fine Southern dishes as you relax amid Art and Soul’s elegant atmosphere, just a few short blocks from the Capitol. Top off the meal with ArtBar’s carefully crafted cocktails, which change seasonally to make use of the freshest ingredients. Choose from sinfully delicious puddings, pies, and cakes for dessert. 415 New Jersey Ave. NW, 202-393- 7777
Bourbon Steak
Bourbon Steak offers mouthwatering contemporary cuisine—think butter-poached fillets, fresh seafood, and lobster pot pie. And nothing says comfort food like the restaurant’s duck-fat french fries and onion rings. For dessert, the crunchy profiteroles hit the spot though the hot buttered rum is an extra indulgent alternative. 2800 Pennsylvania Ave. NW, 202-944-2026
Cashion’s Eat Place
Both lively and easygoing, Cashion’s Eat Place sits in the heart of Adams Morgan. The American fare has Mediterranean influences that can be found in the savory appetizers, heartwarming soups, and satisfying fish and meat entrees. An after-dark menu is offered on Friday and Saturday nights, from midnight to 2 am. 1819 Columbia Road NW, 202-797-1819
Central Michel Richard
Central Michel Richard puts a French spin on American cuisine, offering items from French onion soup to chicken nuggets to lamb shank served with creamy polenta. A perfect pairing to your meal is sure to be found on the bistro’s extensive wine list. 1001 Pennsylvania Ave. NW, 202-626-0015
Del Frisco’s Grille
This restaurant’s generous portion sizes are often big enough for two, but you may not feel like sharing once you dig into Del Frisco’s best-selling dishes. Here you’ll find cheesesteak egg rolls, veal meat loaf, and farmhouse grilled cheese with aged cheddar, Gruyère, and Mornay sauce, served with a roasted-tomato bisque. 1201 Pennsylvania Ave. NW, 202-450-4686
Founding Farmers
Offering sophisticated yet simple cuisine at both its DC and Montgomery County, MD, locations, Founding Farmers celebrates American farmers and the tradition of a good meal. The menu features seasonally changing main courses and sides, and even has a variety of gluten-free, vegetarian, and vegan-friendly options. 1924 Pennsylvania Ave. NW, 202-822-8783; 12505 Park Potomac Ave., Potomac, MD, 301-340-8783
The Hamilton
The Hamilton offers creative comfort food using flavors from around the world. Breakfast, brunch, lunch, and dinner menus all have mouthwatering options, but the Chocolate St. Louis Gooey Cake tops the list of our favorites on offer at this restaurant/performance venue. Drizzled with a rich chocolate sauce, the decadent cake is served with vanilla ice cream, cocoa nibs, and a chocolate ganache. 600 14th St. NW, 202-787-1000
Todd Gray’s Watershed
This restaurant combines seafood and Southern cuisine, drawing inspiration from the Maryland shoreline as well as the Gulf Coast. Even comfort-food classics like macaroni and cheese are given a regional update with fresh shrimp. Watershed’s seasonal menu showcases local ingredients. 1225 First St. NE, 202-534-1350
Vidalia
Chef Jeffrey Buben, winner of the James Beard Foundation’s Best Chef Mid-Atlantic award presents American cuisine with a Southern flair at Vidalia. The Berkshire pork burger is a meat-lover’s dream: Made from ground chuck and barbecued pork, it’s topped with cheddar and Vidalia onions. Guests can expect a menu that changes along with the leaves. 1990 M St. NW, 202-659-1990
