Founding Farmers is one of The 15 Best Places for Cheese in Washington.

1. Founding Farmers

8.9
1924 Pennsylvania Ave NW (20th St NW), Washington, D.C.
American Restaurant · George Washington University · 804 tips and reviews

JennaJenna: Try the super tender fried chicken, mac 'n cheese and waffle dish. An unusual yet surprisingly deliciously harmonising combo. Comfort food at its finest.

ᴡ L.ᴡ Lane: The mac and cheese and the red velvet cake -- both are a MUST have.

DanielleDanielle: Make sure you have a reservation! You'll still likely have to wait a bit, but it's worth it. Popcorn, fried green tomatoes,&mac n cheese are all awesome. Plenty of vegetarian & vegan friendly options!

NuVegan Cafe is one of The 15 Best Places for Cheese in Washington.

2. NuVegan Cafe

8.6
2928 Georgia Ave NW (at Hobart Pl NW), Washington, D.C.
Vegan and Vegetarian Restaurant · Pleasant Plains · 78 tips and reviews

Washington PostWashington Post: Don't leave this vegan restaurant leave without the macaroni and "cheese," a pasta so garlicky and addictive it could satisfy any vegan's jones for the real thing (tofu helps give it its creaminess). Read more.

Leticia E.Leticia Ebb: Shepherd's Pie & Mac n Cheese were amazing! The collard greens & green beans were also well seasoned! Yum!

Jess K.Jess Kelly: This place was a revelation to me. I'd never had Southern, let alone vegan Southern food before. The collared greens, mac n cheese and bbq "ribs" were amazing. Great prices too.

The Red Hen is one of The 15 Best Places for Cheese in Washington.

3. The Red Hen

9.3
1822 1st St NW (at Seaton Pl NW), Washington, D.C.
Italian Restaurant · LeDroit Park - Bloomingdale · 86 tips and reviews

olivier P.olivier PEYRE: "You’ll linger over bowls of pillowy ricotta cavatelli folded with shredded lamb and bacon, or silky, squid-ink paccheri tossed with tender calamari rings and meaty chickpeas." FR

Steven A.Steven Androphy: Tough to get reservations now that it's so popular but it's well worth the trip. Chicken liver mousse, burrata, and short ribs were all fantastic.

Leandro L.Leandro Lagera: Best. Food. Ever. Would go here every night if I could. Try the savory burrata and the squid ink pasta.

Cava Mezze is one of The 15 Best Places for Cheese in Washington.

4. Cava Mezze

8.2
527 8th St SE, Washington, D.C.
Greek Restaurant · Capitol Hill · 96 tips and reviews

Dee🌴Dee🌴: The Crazy Feta and harissa here are a must!

Ria H.Ria Henares: Saganaki cheese mezze is phenomenal, it's heaven

Blair M.Blair M: Lamb burgers, baba ganoush with spicy red pepper spread, flaming cheese, fried zucchini fritters - must I go on?! So yummy, everything.

Jaleo is one of The 15 Best Places for Cheese in Washington.

5. Jaleo

8.5
480 7th St NW (at E St NW), Washington, D.C.
Tapas Restaurant · Penn Quarter · 256 tips and reviews

Washingtonian MagazineWashingtonian Magazine: Tapas we’ve been loving for years include goat-cheese-stuffed red peppers, crusty bread rubbed with tomatoes & layered with thinly sliced Manchego, a textbook gazpacho, & warm dates wrapped in bacon.

Frank Y.Frank Yuvancic: Endive with goat cheese is delicious as well as everything else. Simple yet complex!

Eric O.Eric Olsson: Try the Tortilla Menorquina - Spanish omelet with sobrasada, onions and Mahón cheese

Le Diplomate is one of The 15 Best Places for Cheese in Washington.

6. Le Diplomate

9.2
1601 14th St NW (at Q St NW), Washington, D.C.
French Restaurant · Logan Circle - Shaw · 313 tips and reviews

Amy ✈.Amy ✈️: This place is packed & for good reason! Great food & service! Little pricey but good size portions, we shared the steak frittes so we could also have escargots, cheese & the amazing bread & butter!

Julie O.Julie O'Brien: Ohdeargod the MUSHROOM TART. If you like flaky pastry & truffle cheese - it's a must!

Morgan T.Morgan Thomas: Not only is the food delicious, but the service is great. Get the Marconi and cheese, and enjoy (or take home) those starter pastries during brunch..

Duke's Grocery is one of The 15 Best Places for Cheese in Washington.

7. Duke's Grocery

8.5
1513 17th St NW (btwn Church St & P St NW), Washington, D.C.
Gastropub · Northwest Washington · 133 tips and reviews

Allyson H.Allyson Hartten: Can sometimes be a bit difficult to get attention at the bar (if you're lucky enough to get a seat), but the food is worth it. Cheese Toasty and Pumpkin Curry are out of this world.

Sabrina Z.Sabrina Zahid: Mac and cheese is a must. Salt-beef when they have it. Enjoy this neighborhood gem

Behrad EatsBehrad Eats: One of the top burgers in DC here called, appropriately, the Proper Burger: two patties topped with Gouda, charred red onion, sweet chili sauce, dill pickles, rocket & garlic aioli on a brioche bun.

Lincoln is one of The 15 Best Places for Cheese in Washington.

8. Lincoln

8.1
1110 Vermont Ave NW (btwn L St and Thomas Circle NW), Washington, D.C.
New American Restaurant · Downtown-Penn Quarter-Chinatown · 149 tips and reviews

Greg R.Greg R: Mac n cheese and all the veggie options are amazing. More Moscow Mules please!

Spencer S.Spencer Sorrell: Chicken Pot Pie, Mac 'n' Cheese, & Lobster Hush Puppies are delicious!

AlexandraAlexandra: Nice place with good food and atmosphere. Get the Moscow Mule, Organic Kale Salad, and Mac & Cheese. You wont regret it.

2 Amys is one of The 15 Best Places for Cheese in Washington.

9. 2 Amys

8.8
3715 Macomb St NW, Washington, D.C.
Pizzeria · Cathedral - Wesley Heights - McLean Gardens · 168 tips and reviews

Andrea R.Andrea R: Burrata Cheese is Amazing! Rapini is a must! They use the most delish balsamic vinegar! Fav Salad on the menu is the Escarole. The Pizza is Certified by The Italian Government Neapolitan Pizza!

Andrew C.Andrew Cerda: Yes, the pizza is fabulous- as are all of the small bites: cheeses, meats, etc. I recommend the goat ricotta with honey and pine nuts. Soft and sweet in just the right ways.

Karthik R.Karthik Raman: Solid Neapolitan pizza. Ask for the off the menu special - pepperoni, hot peppers, grana cheese on margherita base

Central Michel Richard is one of The 15 Best Places for Cheese in Washington.

10. Central Michel Richard

8.6
1001 Pennsylvania Ave NW (at 10th St NW), Washington, D.C.
American Restaurant · Downtown-Penn Quarter-Chinatown · 109 tips and reviews

LorcánLorcán: If you enjoy Caesar salad, the goat cheese Caesar is fantastic and well presented.

Shaggy N.Shaggy N.: The Cheese Puffs, Lobster Burger and Fried Chicken with Mashed Potato are a must have...so good!!!!!!

Julie S.Julie Smith David: Excellent pork belly and cheese puffs (among many other things - great fun!)!

Right Proper Brewing Company is one of The 15 Best Places for Cheese in Washington.

11. Right Proper Brewing Company

8.5
624 T St NW (btwn Wiltberger & 7th St NW), Washington, D.C.
Brewery · U-Street · 95 tips and reviews

Robb F.Robb Fitzsimmons: Washingtonian recommends the pork rinds with pimiento cheese, fried chicken sandwich, and mac and cheese.

Ekta D.Ekta Daryanani: Nice spacious bar with an awesome beer selection. Was surprised by how good he food was - Brussels sprouts, Mac and cheese and the dips are all yummy!

RonRon: Excellent selection of cheese to go with yeast-forward beers!

Old Ebbitt Grill is one of The 15 Best Places for Cheese in Washington.

12. Old Ebbitt Grill

9.1
675 15th St NW (at G St NW), Washington, D.C.
American Restaurant · Downtown-Penn Quarter-Chinatown · 689 tips and reviews

Melissa D.Melissa DelaCalzada: Brunch: The Breakfast Club - french toast, stuffed with ham/cheese, wrapped in bacon, baked crisp with vermont Maple Syrup... OMG!!!! Skip the fruit and order a side of cheddar grits.

CopperBeautyCopperBeauty: Order the Trout Parmesan followed with the chocolate chip bread pudding for dessert - you won't be disappointed

Behrad EatsBehrad Eats: Must try the Good Burger with blue cheese, jalapeño onion marmalade, shredded lettuce with A-1 aioli and of course bacon on the side.

Tune Inn Restaurant & Bar is one of The 15 Best Places for Cheese in Washington.

13. Tune Inn Restaurant & Bar

8.6
331 Pennsylvania Ave SE (4th St), Washington, D.C.
Dive Bar · Capitol Hill · 75 tips and reviews

aaron c.aaron cassese: The mozzarella sticks are the bees knees!

Kris R.Kris Richardson: You gotta get the beer battered deep fried cheese burger. It was the bomb!

Food NetworkFood Network: Guy raved about the Bon Ton sauce used generously for such specials as Joe's West Virginia sandwich made with American cheese and the beer-battered burger, dripping with flavor. Read more.

Busboys and Poets is one of The 15 Best Places for Cheese in Washington.

14. Busboys and Poets

8.9
2021 14th St NW (at V St NW), Washington, D.C.
American Restaurant · U-Street · 357 tips and reviews

BC .BC 😎🎶: Recommend the Grilled brie, caramelized onions & spinach panini. Sweet potato fries = yum. Nice, chill atmosphere.

Emily S.Emily Sadowsky: Love the havarti avocado sandwich. Expect a 45 min wait for a table, but once you have one, you can relax and take a long time for you meal.

Brett M.Brett Morris: The Sweet Fuji Apple And Gorgonzola Sandwich is my favorite sandwich in the world.

Ella's Wood-Fired Pizza is one of The 15 Best Places for Cheese in Washington.

15. Ella's Wood-Fired Pizza

8.2
610 9th St NW (btwn F & G St NW), Washington, D.C.
Pizzeria · Downtown-Penn Quarter-Chinatown · 71 tips and reviews

Ken Z.Ken Zakovich: Great atmosphere and great service for our two kids and their grandma. I enjoyed my Marinara pizza and added jalapenos, pepperoni and mozzarella.

A A.A Arnold: Easy to change any pizza into a vegan friendly one. The wild mushroom pizza w/ soy cheese is delicious.

Avanti K.Avanti Kollaram: Great $5 pizzas! Try the sausage especially, the mozzarella is amazing! The Sangria is great also.. They use a sweet wine unlike many other places.