1. Maxwell Park
9.0
1336 9th St NW (at O St NW), Washington, D.C.
Wine Bar · Logan Circle - Shaw · 17 tips and reviews
Amy Graff: Outstanding wine bar w. monthly themed wine lists & unusual selection. Staff feat. DC's top somms but is unpretentious, super helpful. Fab looking bar snacks. Lovely patio.
Andrew Welch: Nice atmosphere, great wine list, friendly people. Outdoor patio. Food options are limited but tasty. Lovely choice if you are in the neighborhood(ish).
Brian T.: The duck rillettes toast is excellent
2. Little Pearl
9.2
921 Pennsylvania Ave SE (at 9th St SE), Washington, D.C.
Wine Bar · Capitol Hill · 12 tips and reviews
Irena Pierova: Fav place in DC right now: excelent choise of wines at night time (they even have Rkatsiteli 00), European style patio, friendly service. Good cocktails too ;)
Rachel L: Awesome inexpensive price fix dinner
Jaime Cook: Ask for Janelle (spelling?) to be your server if available. She's incredibly nice, funny & knowledgeable about the food and wine. Can't wait to go back!
3. Barcelona Wine Bar
9.1
1622 14th Street NW (btwn Corcoran & R St NW), Washington, D.C.
Wine Bar · Logan Circle - Shaw · 138 tips and reviews
Offa Chiboub: Very nice place to have a pleasant evening !!! The service is really good, warm atmosphere !!! I really loved it :D their paella are amazing !!!! Miam miam miam
Virginia Rudnick: James the waiter rocks he is so friendly and helpful. Order the rockfish, it was amazing. Also the red sangria pitcher is a must. Best new restaurant on 14th st!
hoLLy Lynn: Order the hanger steak, potatoes with aioli sauce, & lamb chops!!!! Damn it's good!!!!!!
5. Dabney Cellar
8.4
1222 9th St NW, Washington, D.C.
Wine Bar · Logan Circle - Shaw · 3 tips and reviews
Dana Allen: Love the vibe here, nice wine selection & cheese, charcuterie & oysters for snacks.
Katherine Hand: Cute somewhat hidden spot. Casual, great wine, cheese and meats
Michael Jenkins: It's a perfect little place to skip into and enjoy good conversation and excellent cocktails. Highly recommended.
7. Le Bar à Vin
7.8
1035 31st St NW, Washington, D.C.
Wine Bar · Georgetown · 4 tips and reviews
Brandie: Absolutely perfect! An old European vibe with a fireplace, pure perfection. The staffs very helpful!
Saarim Zaman: decent wines, significantly older (60+) crowd
Eater: Visitors to this Chez Billy Sud-adjacent wine bar in Georgetown, which opened in March, will find “rustic” touches like a wood burning fireplace. It pairs well with French wine. Read more.
11. The Red Hen
9.1
1822 1st St NW (at Seaton Pl NW), Washington, D.C.
Italian Restaurant · LeDroit Park - Bloomingdale · 86 tips and reviews
Caitlin Rush: The rotating menu of fresh, seasonal ingredients is incredible. The maple custard with hazelnut crumble is not to be missed.
Washington Post: Critic Tom Sietsema: Nothing predictable about wine selection. Get: 2011 chablis from Gilbert Picq ($50). For food, get the baby octopus or hand-made pastas. Share the fried artichokes or crostini. Read more.
Sara K: The ricotta crostini with truffle honey & brown sugar butter will change your life.
12. Iron Gate
8.6
1734 N St NW, Washington, D.C.
Mediterranean Restaurant · Connecticut Avenue - K Street · 61 tips and reviews
Dara Fisher: Right next to Tabard Inn, and also an amazing place for brunch! They have a beautiful courtyard out back where you can eat outside in nice weather as well.
Eater: Has a dramatic outdoor space, with a tree and vines climbing the walls. Tony Chittum's cooking leans Southern Italian and Greek, with a wine program from Brent Kroll, and cocktails from Jeff Faile.
Bilal: A really cool and intimate place to take your bae or baes.
14. Clyde's of Georgetown
8.6
3236 M St NW (btwn Wisconsin & Potomac Aves. NW), Washington, D.C.
American Restaurant · Georgetown · 150 tips and reviews
Irina Yakusheva: Love at first sight with this place! Cozy interior, delicious food, friendly staff. Crab Tower - must try! Waiter Lidia who served us was soooo nice :) Reservation is a must for the evenings.
Brittany Smith: The duck is fabulous, get it while it lasts. And say hi to the lovely bartenders, I heart them :)
Christine B: The crab cakes are SO good, especially on the Eggs Chesapeake. Good Bloody Marys too, nice and spicy! Service is also very friendly.