barmini by José Andrés is one of The 15 Best Places That Are Good for Dates in Downtown-Penn Quarter-Chinatown, Washington.

1. barmini by José Andrés

8.7
501 9th St NW (9th St NW between E and F St NW), Washington, D.C.
Cocktail Bar · Penn Quarter · 74 tips and reviews

Bitches Who BrunchBitches Who Brunch: Incredible, artisan cocktails in an intimate space. It’s an upscale setting that requires a bit of decorum—a perfect experience for a special evening for any sort of pair. Rezzies are hard to get. Read more.

Dan F.Dan Foy: Terrific hidden gem. Not many places serving cocktails like this

Washington PostWashington Post: The Obamas celebrated Valentine's Day 2013 at Jose Andres' Penn Quarter restaurant, which left Washington Post restaurant critic Tom Sietsema unimpressed in December 2012. Read more.

The Capital Grille is one of The 15 Best Places That Are Good for Dates in Downtown-Penn Quarter-Chinatown, Washington.

2. The Capital Grille

8.9
601 Pennsylvania Ave NW, Washington, D.C.
American Restaurant · Penn Quarter · 75 tips and reviews

JermaineJermaine: Maybe headed here for my date night in a couple weeks...lobster macaroni and cheese, here I come.

Richard S.Richard Sun: some of the best beef tar tar I ever had!

suicide_blondsuicide_blond: DO order the house drink..a stoli doli... made with stoli vodka and dole pineapples.. the bartender will tell you all about it...xoxo

Ocean Prime is one of The 15 Best Places That Are Good for Dates in Downtown-Penn Quarter-Chinatown, Washington.

3. Ocean Prime

8.5
1341 G St NW, Washington, D.C.
Seafood Restaurant · Downtown-Penn Quarter-Chinatown · 15 tips and reviews

Nicole H.Nicole Hunter: Very romantic spot. Ambience was nice. I had the Filet Mignon and my date had the salmon. Truffle fries were amazing.

Paige RebeccaPaige Rebecca: bubbles and berries; filet mignon with blue cheese crust, asparagus with hollandaise, and jalapeño au gratin. Sides are made to share. My friends LOVED their dynamite sushi roll.

Alicia R.Alicia Reed: Fillet, scallops and pretzel bread; yummy.

Denson Liquor Bar is one of The 15 Best Places That Are Good for Dates in Downtown-Penn Quarter-Chinatown, Washington.

4. Denson Liquor Bar

8.9
600 F St NW, Washington, D.C.
Cocktail Bar · Penn Quarter · 33 tips and reviews

Serhii L.Serhii Lutsko: The best liquor bar in DC. Nice staff, nice cheese and meat plates. You can have a talk with your friends in pretty romantic atmosphere so worth to go!

Andy G.Andy Grossman: Friendly bartenders & a solid oyster happy hour

Allyson H.Allyson Hartten: Perfect for a late night and some great craft cocktails. Very cozy and hip.

Fogo de Chao is one of The 15 Best Places That Are Good for Dates in Downtown-Penn Quarter-Chinatown, Washington.

5. Fogo de Chao

8.6
1101 Pennsylvania Ave NW (at 11th St NW), Washington, D.C.
Brazilian Restaurant · Downtown-Penn Quarter-Chinatown · 118 tips and reviews

Sonhe H.Sonhe Hott: What more can I say beaides #Boss everything taste good here even the water. Nice place to go for date night.

Foodie M.Foodie McFooderson: Like others have said, enjoy the salad bar but save room for meat. Excellent food and top notch service. One of DC's best.

Cormac O.Cormac O'Boyle: Don't pig out on the Salad bar...!

Centrolina is one of The 15 Best Places That Are Good for Dates in Downtown-Penn Quarter-Chinatown, Washington.

6. Centrolina

7.9
974 Palmer Aly NW, Washington, D.C.
Italian Restaurant · Downtown-Penn Quarter-Chinatown · 15 tips and reviews

Bitches Who BrunchBitches Who Brunch: Voted Best Brunch Date Spot of 2015 by Bitches Who Brunch! Read more.

Eden E.Eden Ess: The food was very good and the wait staff were awesome! Definitely make a reservation as every table is filled.

DC Condo J.DC Condo Jason Prood: The pasta is lovely

Rasika is one of The 15 Best Places That Are Good for Dates in Downtown-Penn Quarter-Chinatown, Washington.

7. Rasika

9.0
633 D St NW (at 7th St NW), Washington, D.C.
Indian Restaurant · Penn Quarter · 192 tips and reviews

Emmanuel G.Emmanuel Galvan: Kind of pricy but really good food and service. The place is very classy - ideal for a romantic date!

Eric C.Eric C: This is Indian food elevated to a whole other level. Chicken Tikka Masala deliciously rich and flavor packed. Unlike any other restaurants version. P Chat: crispy spinach makes me want thirds!

BravoBravo: Best Indian food in DC, Chef Vikram is amazing as well as owner Ashok Bajaj. Sexiest restaurant also. -Tamesha Warren, Top Chef

Del Frisco's Double Eagle Steakhouse is one of The 15 Best Places That Are Good for Dates in Downtown-Penn Quarter-Chinatown, Washington.

8. Del Frisco's Double Eagle Steakhouse

8.5
950 I Street NW, Suite 501 (btwn 9th & 10th St NW), Washington, D.C.
Steakhouse · Downtown-Penn Quarter-Chinatown · 25 tips and reviews

Rita L.Rita Lassiter: Best dessert is the butter cake. HANDS DOWN! The buttery, sweet, crunchy outer layer combined with the soft cake and butter pecan ice cream? Simply heaven...

CharChar: Great upstairs bar, VERY awesome waitstaff and bartenders!! Will return!

Lindsay D.Lindsay D.: Great for a working lunch. The service is excellent. Must try the lobster bisque and lobster roll - some of the best I've had outside of New England.

Mastro's Steakhouse is one of The 15 Best Places That Are Good for Dates in Downtown-Penn Quarter-Chinatown, Washington.

9. Mastro's Steakhouse

8.4
600 13th St NW, Washington, D.C.
Steakhouse · Downtown-Penn Quarter-Chinatown · 24 tips and reviews

Martha Z.Martha Zuluaga: I love the ribeye. It was tender and perfect. The taste was awesome. And at the end I have decided butter cake, so soft, hot cake with ice cream and whipped cream. Wonderful. The service was perfect.

John C.John Cook: Steaks and seafood are fantastic. Save room for the best dessert in DC - butter cake!

Christopher F.Christopher Floss: Mastro's in Washington DC is just as good as Chicago's location---IT'S AMAZING!!! If you're looking for a high quality steak or seafood meal in downtown DC, Mastro's is your option!!!

Zaytinya is one of The 15 Best Places That Are Good for Dates in Downtown-Penn Quarter-Chinatown, Washington.

10. Zaytinya

9.0
701 9th St NW (at G St. NW), Washington, D.C.
Mediterranean Restaurant · Downtown-Penn Quarter-Chinatown · 413 tips and reviews

Bethany H.Bethany Huber: Food is actually good. Good date place.... so I've heard😀

Debanjan D.Debanjan Dey: Get a reservation & be dazzled by a menagerie of Greek delicacies. Our waiter was very prompt as we worked our way through imam bayildi, lamb kleftico & snail kibbeh washed down with Limnio wine. Wow!

Kara A.Kara Allan: Shrimp with Dill, Escargot, Crab Cakes and Scallops are the best!

Old Ebbitt Grill is one of The 15 Best Places That Are Good for Dates in Downtown-Penn Quarter-Chinatown, Washington.

11. 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

Angeline B.Angeline Bishop-Oshoko: Chesapeake eggs Benedict was to die for, lots of bacon with meat. Romantic setting in the back.

Jade H.Jade H: Very cool intimate date atmosphere. Preppy but not pretentious.

Kristine A.Kristine Andrade-San Jose: great bourbon walnut pie with vanila ice cream and caramel sauce on the side! mm-mmm!

Fiola is one of The 15 Best Places That Are Good for Dates in Downtown-Penn Quarter-Chinatown, Washington.

12. Fiola

8.4
601 Pennsylvania Ave NW (at Indiana Ave NW), Washington, D.C.
Italian Restaurant · Penn Quarter · 67 tips and reviews

Eliis L.Eliis LaTulip: Very good food. Table available on sat night with short notice. Waiters super professional. We were party of six and all our meals were magnificent!

LexLex: Hint: This place is not on Pennsylvania.

The best culinary experience in DC . Foie gras and the tasting menu with wine pairing was delicious .

The Hamilton is one of The 15 Best Places That Are Good for Dates in Downtown-Penn Quarter-Chinatown, Washington.

13. The Hamilton

8.9
600 14th St NW (at F St NW), Washington, D.C.
Bar · Downtown-Penn Quarter-Chinatown · 265 tips and reviews

Jean-Louis P.Jean-Louis Pajot: Great venue for intimate unplugged performances.

Hal M.Hal Mackins: Super solid food, even more impressive given that this is DC's largest restaurant. Loved the PB&J donuts and the fried chicken sandwich. Kisha was a great server, too.

Lisa A.Lisa Amore: The Hamilton Burger (topped w/ fried egg, cheddar & a thick slice of bacon) is delicious!!!

FIG & OLIVE is one of The 15 Best Places That Are Good for Dates in Downtown-Penn Quarter-Chinatown, Washington.

14. FIG & OLIVE

8.2
934 Palmer Alley NW, Washington, D.C.
Mediterranean Restaurant · Downtown-Penn Quarter-Chinatown · 41 tips and reviews

Nicole Alexandra G.Nicole Alexandra Góes: Love their cocktail menu and their crostini!

Io A.Io As Soon: It's a very good restaurant. Wine and food are tasty. You have a dj at the night and the place around is beautiful. Then Staff is very kind

Bitches Who BrunchBitches Who Brunch: The Bitches say: A. We had a delightful, delicious experience at the posh Fig & Olive. Once it’s cleared for Salmonella-free business again, we’d take our chances and go back again. Read more.

China Chilcano is one of The 15 Best Places That Are Good for Dates in Downtown-Penn Quarter-Chinatown, Washington.

15. China Chilcano

8.6
418 7th St NW, Washington, D.C.
Peruvian Restaurant · Penn Quarter · 76 tips and reviews

JKJK: Try 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

Washington PostWashington Post: I’ve yet to meet a dumpling here I haven’t liked. Get the trio of juicy lamb pot stickers hiding beneath a lacy cover fried to a golden crisp. - Sietsema Read more.

Allison K.Allison Kasic: The desserts look better than they taste.