Best Restaurants for Special Occasions in West End

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1. The Prime Rib

4.9

Exceptional(3476)

££££Price: Very Expensive

• American • Downtown

Booked 14 times today

D.C's premier steakhouse with tuxedoed waiters and a 1940s Manhattan supper-club setting since 1976. Top five romantic restaurant in America (Food and Wine magazine). Live piano nightly. Valet parking. business casual for gentlemen.

2. Equinox - DC

4.8

Exceptional(3460)

££££Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Downtown

Booked 10 times today

Equinox on 19th has an upscale casual, crisp, atmosphere that firmly establishes a city chic decor. We are excited to offer you a regional, seasonal dining experience by a five-time James Beard Award nominee for Best Chef, Mid-Atlantic, Chef Todd Gray. We specialize in seasonal fine dining, plant-based, and vegetable-forward cuisine. Check out our beautiful brick fireplace room that looks onto 19th Street with soaring floor-to-ceiling windows for a perfect view. Our ample bar seats over 40 and is ideal for a beverage before dinner. Our lime-washed brick walls evoke a classic DC townhouse. Our vibe is friendly & upscale casual; our food is celebrated for all dining styles, from gluten-free and plant-based to locally farmed produce. If you have any dietary restrictions, please let us know when making your reservation and we will do our best to accommodate your needs. Located at 900 19th St NW, just a few blocks from our previous location.

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3. Filomena Ristorante

4.8

Exceptional(17388)

££££Price: Expensive

• Italian • Georgetown

Booked 223 times today

Filomena Now over 40 Years and counting!Filomena is a Washington DC landmark restaurant now with over 40 years of serving some of the finest Italian food you can enjoy. Our Pasta is fresh made by hand just like it was done for centuries in Italy. Our bakery is in-house, and we make over 20 different desserts to choose from. During Valentine's Day, Easter, Halloween and Christmas you can experience some of the most incredible decorations you can find! Four decades of making not just a great dining experience but a memorable one. Filomena has recently introduced a full line of homemade pasta, sauces, desserts that can be shipped nationwide too!

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4. La Grande Boucherie - DC

4.3

Awesome(1618)

££££Price: Very Expensive

• French • Washington

Booked 153 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.

5. The Hamilton

4.7

Exceptional(11953)

££££Price: Moderate

• American • Downtown

Booked 239 times today

The Hamilton, located in downtown Washington, DC, is a vibrant restaurant known for its diverse American cuisine and lively atmosphere. Showcasing an expansive menu that includes fresh seafood, savory steaks, and inventive sushi, it caters to a wide range of tastes. The Hamilton also features an impressive bar with handcrafted cocktails and an extensive wine list. With its spacious dining areas and a music venue hosting live music performances, The Hamilton offers a unique dining experience that blends culinary excellence with entertainment. Across the street from the Treasury building, the W Hotel, and the Willard Hotel.

6. dLeña

4.7

Exceptional(2143)

££££Price: Moderate

• Mexican • Mount Vernon Square

Booked 54 times today

dLeña is a vibrant restaurant in Washington D.C. that invites you to explore the rich flavors of Mexican cuisine. Step into a warm space illuminated by wood-fired ovens and adorned with Latin American art. Savor a culinary journey with fresh, local ingredients, starting with their signature guacamole, a blend of avocado, tomato, onion, cilantro, and lime. Continue your adventure with ceviches, aguachiles, and wood-fired specialties like Tomahawk steak and Wagyu Steak a la Piedra. dLeña's menu caters to all tastes, featuring pescatarian, vegan, and vegetarian options. Pair your meal with an extensive selection of tequila and mezcal, or enjoy a handcrafted cocktail. Whether you're after a romantic dinner, a lively brunch, or a late-night gathering, dLeña's trendy ambiance and attentive service promise an unforgettable experience. Join them for a taste of Mexico's vibrant culture and culinary artistry.

7. Zaytinya - DC

4.7

Exceptional(19616)

££££Price: Expensive

• Mediterranean • Penn Quarter

Booked 336 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.

8. Amazonia

4.8

Exceptional(192)

££££Price: Very Expensive

• Peruvian • Mount Vernon Square

Booked 51 times today

Venture into the relaxed ambiance of Amazonia, our inviting upstairs bar, dining room and rooftop hideaway. As one of the first Amazonian restaurants in the U.S., discover the exotic flavors and ingredients from Peru's rainforest, as well as favorite Peruvian staples. Here you can explore a thoughtfully curated selection of pisco and imaginative cocktails. The dishes you'll enjoy in Amazonia are meant for sharing, and are expertly prepared by the very same skilled kitchen team from Causa downstairs.

9. Succotash PRIME

4.6

Exceptional(4038)

££££Price: Moderate

• American • Penn Quarter

Booked 126 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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10. Founding Farmers Fishers & Bakers DC: Georgetown

4.4

Awesome(13899)

££££Price: Moderate

• American • Georgetown

Booked 150 times today

Farmers Fishers Bakers - DC is a special place perfect for all occasions. As one reviewer puts it, 'Truly fantastic food experience. Everything from the meal selection, drink and appetizers far exceeded expectations. Highly recommend for all occasions.' It's a place where 'quality is all aspects', with top-notch food and great service. Plus, the ambiance is described as 'festive, clean and relaxed', making it the perfect spot for a 'little special dinner'. So whether you're celebrating a birthday, graduation, or just want to treat your loved ones to a special dinner, this restaurant is the place to be.

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Noel
Washington, D.C. Area •1 review
5.0
Dined today
A locally inspired, nurturing home of the very best experience you could have in a family restaurant that still surprises, inspires and delights. My favorite place in DC for decades now.
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Equinox - DCPrice: Expensive• Contemporary American• Downtown
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4.8
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Toronto / Ontario •1 review
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
It was me and my husband’s 16th wedding anniversary. It’s also our first time in LGB-DC, everything is outstanding from cocktails,the food, the staff—I am planning to have our thanksgiving dinner this year and where best to celebrate it but in LGB!
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La Grande Boucherie - DCPrice: Very Expensive• French• Washington
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4.3
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Las Vegas •1 review
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Excellent service e and environment Food very good
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The HamiltonPrice: Moderate• American• Downtown
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4.7
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HelenVIP
Washington, D.C. Area •5 reviews
4.0
Dined 2 days ago
The food was very good and the service was excellent.
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Filomena RistorantePrice: Expensive• Italian• Georgetown
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4.8
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Anne
Greater Boston •7 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
The food was beautifully prepared and delicious . Service was very good, non- obtrusive but attentive . We asked for the half round table next to the piano when we made the reservation and that is where we were seated. It was vey appreciated that we were not rushed and asked if we wanted to relax with our drinks before the menus were brought over. A wonderful evening. We did notice that the prices had increased dramatically since our last visit. We just hope the Resturant is still open the next time we come to DC.
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The Prime RibPrice: Very Expensive• American• Downtown
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4.9

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