Best Lunch Restaurants in Shaw

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Adams MorganAlexandriaArlingtonBaileys CrossroadsBethesdaBuzzard Point

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1. Ambar - Shaw

4.6

Exceptional(470)

££££Price: Moderate

• Balkan style • Shaw

Booked 66 times today

Welcome to Ambar, where you are invited to explore the dynamic flavors of Balkan cuisine. What distinguishes us, is our well-curated, exclusive 'Dining Without Limits' experience, which brings you the soul of Balkan dining traditions. Our extensive menu boasts a variety of shareable small plates, perfectly paired with a vast selection of premium Balkan wines. Whether joining us for a leisurely lunch, celebratory weekend brunch, or an evening of indulgence, our unlimited dining menu promises to deliver an unparalleled culinary journey. We excel in serving individual guests, as well as larger groups, and private events.

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2. Emmy Squared Pizza - Shaw DC

3.9

Excellent(131)

££££Price: Moderate

• Pizzeria • Shaw

Serving Detroit-style pizzas and an award-winning burger. Full service bar, local drafts & wine selection.

3. Succotash PRIME

4.6

Exceptional(4018)

££££Price: Moderate

• American • Penn Quarter

Booked 93 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.

A photo of Joe's Seafood, Prime Steak & Stone Crab - Washington DC restaurant

4. Joe's Seafood, Prime Steak & Stone Crab - Washington DC

4.8

Exceptional(10198)

££££Price: Very Expensive

• Seafood • Downtown

Booked 169 times today

Joe's Seafood, Prime Steak & Stone Crab is the culmination of a partnership between Lettuce Entertain You and Joe's Stone Crab, the legendary seafood restaurant of Miami Beach. Joe's features an extensive selection of seafood, flown in fresh daily, to complement the world's finest Florida Stone Crab claws. Joe's also features signature Prime steaks, hand-carved by master butchers, such as the 24 oz. Bone-In Rib Eye or Bone-in Filet Mignon. Matched with Joe's famous side dishes, dinner only gets better when capped with a slice of key lime pie.

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

4.6

Exceptional(3868)

££££Price: Expensive

• American • Penn Quarter

Booked 123 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.

6. Cafe Du Parc

4.3

Awesome(2593)

££££Price: Expensive

• Contemporary French • Downtown

Booked 27 times today

Located in the heart of Washington, D.C. within the iconic Willard InterContinental, steps from the National Mall, and across from Pershing Park, a national park home to the new World War I Memorial, Café du Parc is reminiscent of a Parisian-inspired sidewalk café. Nestled between The White House and the U.S. Capitol, surrounded by the sights and sounds of the nation’s capital, Café du Parc’s seasonal outside terrace remains a trendy locale for al fresco dining by both visitors and Washington, D.C. locals alike.Paying homage to traditional French cooking, the restaurant offers diners various culinary creations from coffee and pastries at its coffee shop, Le Café, to breakfast, lunch, dinner, and brunch on Sunday on its outside terrace or inside the main dining room. We are pleased to offer parking validation for Valet or Garage parking at Willard InterContinenatal when you join us for dinner.

7. Oyamel

4.6

Exceptional(9643)

££££Price: Moderate

• Mexican • Penn Quarter

Booked 127 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.

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8. La Grande Boucherie - DC

4.3

Awesome(1576)

££££Price: Very Expensive

• French • Washington

Booked 158 times today

Located at 699 14th Street on the coveted corner of 14th and G Street NW, La Grande Boucherie is situated on the most high-profile street in Washington D.C., just one block away from the White House. The restaurant is built in elegant and ornamental Art Nouveau style, evoking the sense of optimism from the turn of the 20th century. The brasserie’s menu features both classic and modern French dishes, with focus on the meat program, raw bar and extravagant large-format meats, ideal for sharing and celebrating. Mahogany wood and glass partitions divide the gargantuan space to create intimate dining experiences. These pieces are adorned in gilded accents and uniquely curved arches inspired by the 20th-century Art Nouveau movement of Paris. The main dining room highlights a massive curved bar with a metal top imported from Paris, a signature piece of Boucherie.

9. Petite Cerise

4.7

Exceptional(191)

££££Price: Expensive

• French • Mount Vernon Square

Booked 41 times today

Part neighborhood café, part energetic bistro, Petite Cerise is located in a bright and lively historic corner space in Shaw/Mount Vernon Triangle. Petite Cerise features separate à la carte menus for brunch, lunch, and dinner. In addition, Petite Cerise has a Coffee Counter open Tuesday - Friday opening at 8am serving classic coffee and espresso preparations, housemade pastries, and other breakfast items to go or sit down.Dinner offers both an à la carte menu along with a Prix Fixe option. The focus in the evening is to craft unique and innovative dishes utilizing the very best ingredients within the Mid-Atlantic region and beyond skillfully prepared through a French lens.If you decide to join us for a morning coffee, quick mid-day bite, stretch out your lunch over a glass of wine, or gather with friends for an indulgent and creative dinner, we invite you here to celebrate and enjoy.

10. Old Ebbitt Grill

4.8

Exceptional(29855)

££££Price: Moderate

• American • Downtown

Booked 429 times today

Founded in 1856, Old Ebbitt Grill is Washington, DC's oldest saloon and a must-visit destination for locals and tourists alike. Situated in the heart of the city, just steps from The White House, this historic landmark offers a timeless blend of classic American cuisine and unparalleled hospitality. Old Ebbitt Grill promises a memorable visit filled with a warm ambiance and a seasonal menu spanning from freshly shucked oysters to house-made pastas and perfectly prepared steaks & chops. From the Rooftop Terrace to the Atrium or Cabinet Room, Ebbitt's private dining spaces are ideal for celebrations ranging from small and intimate to grand and stylish.

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MARYVIP
Washington, D.C. Area •36 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
We were so pleased with our dinner last night. We will definitely be coming back. One of the diners was particularly pleased with the fried chicken. It was the best he’s had in quite some time. The fact that he could choose either light or dark meat or both was a treat much appreciated. Our waiter was wonderful. Attentive but not hovering.
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Joe's Seafood, Prime Steak & Stone Crab - Washington DCPrice: Very Expensive• Seafood• Downtown
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4.8
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Phil
Washington, D.C. Area •1 review
4.0
Dined 2 days ago
I had a good time. Our service was a bit slow and some things were either forgotten or not put in, but it was corrected and the overall experience was great! We enjoyed the food and the environment.
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The Smith – Penn Quarter, Washington, D.CPrice: Expensive• American• Penn Quarter
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4.6
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LynnVIP
Indiana •7 reviews
4.0
Dined 3 days ago
Incredibly loud. Good was lovely, though lacking anything special considering the chef's reputation. Our waiter was charming and had great knowledge
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Succotash PRIMEPrice: Moderate• American• Penn Quarter
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4.6
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SHERRY
Hawaii •1 review
5.0
Dined on 17 Feb 2025
I took my family there to celebrate my daughter & son-in-law's 26-year anniversary. The food and service were fantastic. We loved trying all the different food choices and loved every one of them. My vegetarian granddaughter especially loved the variety of vegetarian choices. We will definitely go there again.
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Ambar - ShawPrice: Moderate• Balkan style• Shaw
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4.6
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Rachel
Dallas - Fort Worth •6 reviews
5.0
Dined on 15 Feb 2025
The food was great but the service was even better! I’ll definitely be back!
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Emmy Squared Pizza - Shaw DCPrice: Moderate• Pizzeria• Shaw
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3.9

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