Top 5 Specialty Food in District of Columbia

2473 18th St NW, Washington, DC 20009, United States

“I've had their baklava, pastries, and now their apricot cake, and everything is consistently amazing!”

1451 Maryland Ave NE, Washington, DC 20002, United States

“This is my best Indian restaurant I've been to. Everything we ordered was delicious and presented very well, especially the mushroom biryani which was inside a bread dome. Very unique. My favorite dishes were the lamb chops and the sweet potato chaat. We got the roasted carrots and broccoli as a healthier option and it may have been the best carrot and broccoli dish I've had. The bread basket had a nice assortment of different naans as well. We felt that everything was worth the price. The only downside was the parking combined with the restaurant being in a not so great part of town. We didn't know the area well so when we couldn't find parking right at the restaurant we found a spot in what looked like a relatively safe area. We will definitely come back but probably not when it's dark outside.”

845 Upshur St NW 1st Floor, Washington, DC 20011, United States

“The ramen was delicious and karaage citrus-y and bright. The spicy tonkotsu had a light but creamy broth that I really appreciated. Usually tonkotsu feels quite heavy. The menma was delicious as well - I wish there was more than one slice …”

1778 U St NW, Washington, DC 20009, United States

“I saw this place on tiktok! Someone showed how HUGE the slices were so I just had to try it. Ordered the slice online to pick up. It was definitely huge like the video I saw! Hot!! Lots of pepperonis and cheese. Very first food I tasted coming into DC for the first time and it was good.”

1550 7th St NW A, Washington, DC 20001, United States

“While visiting DC, I wanted to find some authentic Thai food, and Beau Thai delivered! I'm always looking for something similar to the pork neck dishes in Thailand, and their pork belly was pretty darn close. And the Pik King chicken was amazing!! Great food! Great service! Cool little spot!”

1340 4th St NE, Washington, DC 20002, United States

“Was a bit disappointed by the overall experience here since me and my partner ended up “regurgitating” outside because of my duck entree, especially since our bill was $850 (included a $90 caviar add on for a course). Overall, would not …”

1516 Connecticut Ave NW, Washington, DC 20036, United States

“My first experience with this style/flavor restaurant and it was so yummy! My boyfriend loves this type of food and loved his too! The glass noodles were excellent. The kimchi was excellent. All of the flavors just went wonderful together. Can’t wait to come back and try other bowls and flavors. I forgot to take pics until after most of the food was gone. Haha. Service was great, very friendly and helpful when I was unsure what I wanted.”

11 District Square SW, Washington, DC 20024, United States

“Great, healthy food prepared right in front of you. Good size portions. Unusual but tasty flavor profiles. Large menu. Good prices for the Wharf. Only thing I didn't particularly care for was the seating area inside. It was kind of boring and utilitarian. The food quality and presentation doesn't match the interior design. But I'll definitely be back!”

399 Morse St NE, Washington, DC 20002, United States

“The restaurant checked all the boxes for me. Not too intimate but nice seating with a more casual feel. (They do have an automatic 20% gratuity) The Food was great the paccheri pasta (hope I spelled that right) had a umami flavor. The ragu melted in your mouth and it all tasted fresh and not dry! The appetizer was my favorite part we got calamari fish and some baked chips. The fish was bone in and tasted fresh with a great crunch. Amazing experience!!”

2813 M St NW, Washington, DC 20007, United States

“My fiancé and I chose La Chaumière to celebrate our engagement, and it was an experience we'll cherish forever. This restaurant is a rare gem that truly captures the essence of French cuisine and culture in the heart of the DC area. From the moment we walked in, the staff made us feel incredibly special. A huge shoutout to our waiter, Rene, who went above and beyond to ensure our evening was memorable. His service was impeccable, striking the perfect balance between attentiveness and giving us our space to celebrate. The menu was a delightful surprise, brimming with authentic and traditional French dishes. As lovers of adventurous eating, we were thrilled to find a variety of dishes featuring organ meats – a rarity in the States and a testament to the restaurant's commitment to genuine French culinary traditions. Each dish we tried was more delicious than the last, prepared with skill and presented beautifully. The ambiance of La Chaumière added to the enchantment, whisking us away to a charming French countryside inn. We're already looking forward to our next visit to the DC area, as a trip to La Chaumière will undoubtedly be at the top of our list. For anyone seeking an authentic French dining experience, this is the place to go. Thank you, La Chaumière, for making our engagement celebration so extraordinary! 🍽️💍🇫🇷🥂 *edited for grammar”

764 Maine Ave SW, Washington, DC 20024, United States

“Had an event at the Anthem and wanted to grab something to eat. I had my mind set on trying the PB&B bowl. There is a drop-off/ pick up zone that I parked so I could run in to order. The cleanliness is notable since I walked in as they were cleaning the floors. After ordering, took about 7 minutes to get. Very delicious and filling. Would get another bowl.”

1521 17th St NW, Washington, DC 20036, United States

“We ordered spicy wantons, dan dan noodles, and cumin lamb. My favorite was cumin lamb. It was well seasoned and not too much cumin. Dan dan noodle was kinda bland to my taste. I liked their chili wantons too but the downside was they stick to each other so that it was hard to take them apart. I also ordered clover club which actually was my favorite thing in this restaurant. It was very smooth and sweet.”

1253 H St NE, Washington, DC 20002, United States

“The concept is good but the execution was lackluster. I stepped in not knowing it was a vegan place so I was very impressed by their fried chickens and cauliflower. I like vegan food and am always curious to know what kind of inventions people will think of. BUT. The carb options was well below average. The noodles had so much spring onion in them - I mean, about 60% of the dish was uncut spring onions. The noodles were all broken and difficult to grip with chopsticks, even forks. The fried rice was way too wet and sweet. Again, they blasted the rice with spring onion Would I come back? Maybe, with heavy modifications to my dishes. Also wasn't a fan that despite us dining in, they were all served in difficult to eat in takeout boxes.”

1633 P St NW, Washington, DC 20036, United States

“My favorite place of my whole trip to DC! So many amazing dishes, and the perfect medium between classic and healthified vegan food! The tofu Marsala was by far my favorite dish!!! Soooooo good I already tried to remake at home!”

2400 Wisconsin Ave NW, Washington, DC 20007, United States

“The service was excellent!! I ordered to go, they said 15 to 20 minutes but it was ready in like 8 minutes. The lady at the register was very warm and welcoming and made me feel very comfortable. The food was excellent!! I ordered the steamed pork dumplings, the combination lo mein, and the general two's chicken, and shrimp spring rolls. Everything was hot and fresh. Being as though I was being driven home on an hour long right I dove right into my food. When I got home my son, who is very picky, finished off the rest!!”

210 7th St SE, Washington, DC 20003, United States

“Excellent service. The menu is digital, which was off-putting, but overall a good experience. Patio seating was nice, with sun-umbrellas and WiFi. Delicious breakfast with plantains, and they have a wide beverage selection including house made horchata.”

327 7th St SE, Washington, DC 20003, United States

“What an amazing restaurant! Our group had a celebratory holiday dinner last night, and the staff took such good care of us. It felt like we were having a Christmas meal at home! Every dish was super tasty and came out nice and hot. The cocktails were fun and creative too. The atmosphere was warm and friendly and great for a get together with colleagues. I highly recommend this place to anyone in DC, especially if you're looking to support our Ukrainian friends and family during the war 🇺🇦🚜🛥️💪”

517 H St NE, Washington, DC 20002, United States

“Farm to table delicious food in north Capitol Hill area. Menu changes weekly according to farm produce available and in season. All grilled items done to perfection and perfectly seasoned. Everyone loved the S'mores Pot Du Creme and everyone wanted "their own", however the waiter recommended this desert for sharing ..after trying to eat the whole thing including all the fabulous toasted homemade vanilla bean marshmallows, I wished I heeded the waiters advice..huge sugar surge...so try but please share this marvelous desert!”

1311 F St NW, Washington, DC 20004, United States

“First time in this Mediterranean restaurant and I really enjoyed my meal. I made a bowl with roti rice, mixed greens, chickpea salad, cabbage, butternut squash, falafel, Persian cucumber, tahini and green schug sauce. Loved the flavor and textures, and even though I didn't find a resource on their website, some online sources listed which ingredients were vegan.”

4531 Wisconsin Ave NW, Washington, DC 20016, United States

“We tried Maman Joon today. We have been waiting for it to open since the sign went up. What a treat! This Persian restaurant is the real thing. . They have the usual Kabobs but better than most I have tasted. My SIL is persian so I have …”