Best Lunch Restaurants in Penn Quarter

364 restaurants available nearby

1. Succotash PRIME

4.6

Exceptional(3911)

Price: Moderate

• American • Penn Quarter

Booked 71 times today

Succotash PRIME is a progressive perspective of classic Southern favorites. James Beard Award winner Edward Lee brings his Korean roots and Southern repertoire to a soulful Southern Steakhouse menu.SUCCOTASH is named after the classic dish that has been a longstanding staple of the Southern table. While many know “Succotash” when they see it, the dish has been interpreted, modified, and passed from generation to generation for centuries. Our “Succotash” is special to us and we invite you to experience the South from our point of view.

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2. The Smith – Penn Quarter, Washington, D.C

4.5

Awesome(3792)

Price: Expensive

• American • Penn Quarter

Booked 39 times today

The Smith is a casual American brasserie with a simple mission — make people happy! We care about every meal and every moment. The menu features bistro classics, seasonal fare, and craft cocktails. Walk in the door and you’re in for a great time. Whether it’s date night, drinks on the town, a big birthday bash, a working lunch, a boozy brunch, or an I-don’t-want-to-cook-tonight night, we’ve got you covered.

3. Oyamel

4.7

Exceptional(9587)

Price: Moderate

• Mexican • Penn Quarter

Booked 59 times today

Oyamel Cocina Mexicana combines Mexico’s rich regional culinary traditions with modern urban fare. Guests experience an array of antijitos—traditional Mexican snack or small plates—along with authentic tacos, ceviches and an impressive selection of cocktails and tequilas. Under the direction of renowned chef José Andrés, Head Chef Omar Rodriguez takes traditional ingredients and techniques and elevates them to deliver dishes and drinks with exceptional creativity and refinement.

4. Zaytinya - DC

4.7

Exceptional(19380)

Price: Expensive

• Mediterranean • Penn Quarter

Booked 140 times today

Under the direction of celebrated chef José Andrés and concept chef Michael Costa, Zaytinya offers an innovative mezze menu inspired by Turkish, Greek, and Lebanese cuisines served up in a sleek and modern setting. Building on Jose’s deep knowledge of Mediterranean cooking and years of research and travel, the menu features shared small plates of authentic and innovative fare, creative cocktails, and unique Mediterranean wines, making Zaytinya one of the most exciting restaurants in Washington, DC.

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5. Dirty Habit | The Glass House

4.3

Awesome(2265)

Price: Moderate

• Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service • Penn Quarter

Booked 11 times today

Dirty Habit DC is a globally inspired New American restaurant & bar in a hip, edgy hotel space with private courtyard space. Just a perfect location for happy hour cocktails, events and private bookings. Open for breakfast, brunch, lunch, dinner and late night bites.

6. Jaleo - DC

4.7

Exceptional(10962)

Price: Expensive

• Spanish • Penn Quarter

Booked 64 times today

Jaleo brings alive the spirit and flavors of Spain with a menu reflecting the rich regional diversity of classical and contemporary Spanish cuisine, under the direction of renowned chef José Andrés. Jaleo offers an impressive assortment of tapas, the traditional small dishes of Spain, as well as savory paellas, superb sangrias and a fine selection of Spanish wines and Sherries in a festive, casual atmosphere.

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7. Founding Farmers & Distillers DC: Chinatown

4.4

Awesome(10334)

Price: Moderate

• American • Mount Vernon Square

Booked 200 times today

Walking distance to many of DC’s historic landmarks, Founding Farmers & Distillers offers a diverse menu including dishes inspired by nearby Chinatown and cocktails featuring our in-house distillery, Founding Spirits. Open 365 days a year, our team is passionate about crafting dishes & drinks from scratch with high-quality ingredients from farmers and suppliers we know and trust. Join us for breakfast, lunch, dinner, weekday happy hour, decadent weekend Farmers Market Buffet Brunch, or grab a cup of house-roasted coffee and breakfast treat from our First Bake Cafe. Majority owned by American family farmers, including the more than 50,000 farmers of the North Dakota Farmers Union, our restaurant is guided by a very simple principal: we see and share everything Through The Eyes Of The Farmer.™ We actively care about our guests, our communities, the planet, and the next generation. This all comes together in our everyday

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8. Moon Rabbit by Kevin Tien

4.8

Exceptional(421)

Price: Very Expensive

• Vietnamese • Washington

Booked 30 times today

Moon Rabbit is a highly-regarded Vietnamese restaurant situated in the heart of Washington D.C., drawing inspiration from the virtuous rabbit depicted in the Buddhist Jataka tale. Led by acclaimed Chef Kevin Tien, the restaurant embodies an innovative approach to Vietnamese cuisine, showcasing a menu that is both unique and complex. Chef Tien's main objective is to pay tribute to his heritage as a first-generation Asian American, using Moon Rabbit as a platform for expressing his love for Vietnamese culture and food.

9. Centrolina

4.6

Exceptional(2129)

Price: Very Expensive

• Italian • Penn Quarter

Booked 19 times today

Centrolina is an Italian restaurant and market, locally owned and operated by Chef Amy Brandwein, set in Washington’s CityCenterDC development. The Osteria showcases a seasonally driven menu of authentic and innovative Italian dishes offered for lunch and dinner. Chef Brandwein's menu is inspired from the seasons, Italian regionality and the wide variety of Chef curated product in the adjoining market. The market showcases a selection of imported Italian specialty items along with locally sourced meat, sustainable fish, and produce from local farms. The Centrolina kitchen produces daily hand crafted fresh pasta and sauces, antipasti and entrees available for takeaway. For parties of 7 people or more, we do require a prix-fixe menu, please email caroline@centrolinadc.com for additional information.

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10. Clyde's of Gallery Place

4.6

Exceptional(7618)

Price: Moderate

• American • Downtown

Booked 40 times today

Clyde's of Gallery Place, located in Washington, DC's vibrant Penn Quarter neighborhood adjacent to the Capital One Arena, is a bustling restaurant known for its eclectic American menu and lively atmosphere. The menu offers a diverse selection, from fresh seafood and juicy burgers to seasonal salads and hearty entrees. With its prime location, friendly service, and energetic vibe, Clyde's of Gallery Place is a favorite spot for both casual dining and pre-event gatherings. Across the street from the Smithsonian American Art Museum and National Portrait Gallery. Indoor and bar seating available with lunch, dinner, brunch, late night, and raw bar service.

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Will
Washington, D.C. Area •7 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
We ordered many things and nothing disappointed. We tried all three devil eggs, hush puppies, firecracker shrimp, and wings for appetizers. There were only three of us and we ate all of it. For mains we had the scallops (special for the week), Rib Eye, and the chicken and waffles. All of it was fantastic. We had two chocolate desserts. The desserts were good but a bit rich.
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Succotash PRIMEPrice: Moderate• American• Penn Quarter
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4.6
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Alison
Washington, D.C. Area •1 review
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Service started a little slow, but our server had many tables and it's a Saturday night in DC. Fine after he turned some tables. Food was excellent and came out at a nice pace. Look forward to coming back!
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Zaytinya - DCPrice: Expensive• Mediterranean• Penn Quarter
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4.7
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Irene
Virginia •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Everything we had was really good! They were busy and still all of our food was cooked perfectly and no long waits for the food!
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The Smith – Penn Quarter, Washington, D.CPrice: Expensive• American• Penn Quarter
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4.5
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Laurie
San Francisco Bay Area •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
We loved our meal!!! Would definitely return. Guacamole so tasty and dessert heaven.
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OyamelPrice: Moderate• Mexican• Penn Quarter
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4.7
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OpenTable Diner
Washington, D.C. Area •1 review
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
I had the lobster roll and truffle fries meal which was one of the best I’ve had in the city. The meal was sooooo deelish!!!! I’ve been to DH for Howard U HoCo parties but have never been for brunch. I’ll definitely be back!!! I may consider this place for my annual bday brunch.
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Dirty Habit | The Glass HousePrice: Moderate• Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service• Penn Quarter
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4.3

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364 restaurants available nearby

1. Succotash PRIME

2. The Smith – Penn Quarter, Washington, D.C

3. Oyamel

4. Zaytinya - DC

5. Dirty Habit | The Glass House

6. Jaleo - DC

7. Founding Farmers & Distillers DC: Chinatown

8. Moon Rabbit by Kevin Tien

9. Centrolina

10. Clyde's of Gallery Place

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