Suggestions for Dining and Drinking near Downtown-Penn Quarter-Chinatown, Washington

Spyros K. • January 9, 2019Delicious and healthy bowl to go or to stay and watch people pass by! More signature bowls for 12-15$.

Tom M. • June 17, 2016Affogato is a must try, of course. Gelato + espresso

Gina • June 1, 2023Brilliant coffee, flaky pastries, gorgeous tarts. And that's not even getting to the rest of the menu. Love them wherever they are.

Michelle W. • August 11, 2022Pictured - vongole pasta with breadcrumbs 🤤. My faves - paparadelle pasta, roast cabbage app, and bread pudding dessert

Tyler C. • December 7, 2015If you couldn't find the La Colombe in the alley, this is a more friendly, front and center setting. Amazing coffee of course! Cortados ask for one dark roast and one light roast espresso.

Enryqwe L. • September 11, 2017The peel & eat Shrimp 🍤 simply the best starters 👌 Don't forget try the salmon another great dish.

Mai-Tai • October 30, 2014Must try Ginger limenade & crispy spinach appetizer. Great presentation on tasteful chicken biryani.

Jeremy P. • August 13, 2013The Filet Mignon, pepper crusted in au poivre sauce was easily one of the top 10 steaks I have ever had. Great atmosphere here too.

F • August 10, 2017It's a bit hard to get a seat, but the coffee is worth it. Nice ambiance as well

Elizabeth B. • April 8, 2019Loved the bfast paella, the meat and cheese plate, cherry lime sangria, shishito peppers

Kathryn Y. • September 17, 2010Loved the falafel, crispy eggplant, sauteed shrimp with dill, and ground lamb and tahini in a crisp pita.

Josei ==> @ShoesNFood w. • January 7, 2012The largest Restuarant in the city. Creative menu, live music & plenty of tv's to watch sports on...

Michael H. • November 9, 2018Great hidden gem in the heart of DCs Chinatown. Cleverly named, spirit forward, cocktails and flavorful grilled cheese. Definitely a must visit

Josh R. • December 24, 2012The best NY style pizza and garlic knots around!

CCnyc • September 25, 2016Get the chips (seasoned perfectly)/ guac + Costillas de res con salsa huitlacoche (carnes section of menu)

Thaís S. • August 15, 2019Best arepas in DC! The pabellón arepa with avocado is my favorite, simply delicious!

KStreet202 D. • September 23, 2010Excellent bartenders! I got the hamburgers, fries with chipotle aioli and a glass of sauvignon blanc all delectible.

JK • August 16, 2021Try Chupe de camarón, with Pacific wild shrimp, fresh cheese, choclo, rice, potato, and poached egg & Pulpo al olivo rosita yimura and botija olive-mayo, plus avocado

Zeynep T. • July 26, 2016unlimited salad bar, great meat options, tasty! we already miss it. worths every penny

Katie R. • March 2, 2018Great coffe, super nice folks behind the bar!

Sean R. • December 21, 2021Squid was excellent, as was the confit eggplant. Great service.

Ryan • March 31, 2019Everything is good and with more space than the Georgetown location. Very convenient to all things Chinatown.

Lauren Y. • April 7, 2013Head upstairs to the Izakaya and try the pork & brussel sprout skewers, miso braised cod, onigiri, chawanmushi and more! Delicious!

natalie k. • April 27, 2016Tasting is the best way to go for a first timer! Great experience.

Saeed • June 20, 2021riggs burger was great 👍🏻 with medium cook and make sure to ask your waiter for ranch sauce 🤤🤤🤤

Stuart B. • July 20, 2015Excellent service matched the amazing food. Highly recommend Maguro too, NY Strip and Butter Cake for dessert (all with a Lipitor chaser...)

Sophia H. • January 12, 2019Excellent mocha! Peppermint Bark White Mocha and Ovaltine (chocolate) Mocha were both amazing. Great service. Relaxing, intimate environment.

Henry S. • November 5, 2021Great sandwiches and soup

Nicole H. • October 8, 2017Very romantic spot. Ambience was nice. I had the Filet Mignon and my date had the salmon. Truffle fries were amazing.