DK Travel : Washington, D.C. : Places to eat

1789

Federal-style townhouse serving a medley of lamb, oysters, and other dishes.
1789

Excellent American food. The elegant townhouse is divided into five themed rooms, and was popular with President Clinton.
America

An enormous restaurant with an enormous menu – over 100 entrées – spread over three stories of Union Station and on to a walkway in good weather. Traditional American fare, such as peanut butter and jelly sandwiches, to New American cuisine.
Atrium Café

The atrium of the Museum of Natural History is six stories high, and the food is also good. Live jazz played on Friday nights (see National Museum of Natural History).
Austin Grill

The inexpensive Tex-Mex food here is a cut above similar places. Even the tortilla chips are flavorful. Tacos , enchiladas , and burritos , of course, but also good grilled fish and shrimp.
Bacchus Restaurant

The mezze at this Lebanese restaurant are delicious. Marinated chicken, eggplant, hummus, and squid fill numerous little dishes with flavor.
Bilbo Baggins Restaurant

The menu fuses dishes from around the world. Try crêpes with ham mousse and Gruyère.
Bistro Français

Unpretentious French dishes such as lamb steak with herb butter.
Blues Alley

Billed as “the nation’s finest jazz and supper club.” The food includes steak, shrimp, and pasta. Reservations essential.
Bread and Chocolate

A restaurant and bakery with great sandwiches, salads, soups, and desserts.