The 15 Best Romantic Places in Downtown-Penn Quarter-Chinatown, Washington

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

Lo Price: Everything lobster bisque, the dynamite roll, African lobster tail 😋

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

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

Washington 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.

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

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!!!

Sophia H: Butter cake = seriously DA BOMB!!! Salmon, filet mignon, and French onion soup were also amazing. And great house bread, esp pretzel bread!

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

CARLO CANNUSCIO: Spicy shrimp and crispy spinach are OUTSTANDING

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

💫Coco: Definitely try the cheesesteak egg rolls... So good!! Also the lobster bisque is delicious

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

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.

💫Coco: Great happy hour drinks and snacks. Very fresh and flavorful ahi tuna tartare.

Lex: Hint: This place is not on Pennsylvania.

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

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

Jahayra_NYC: Across the street from the W Hotel where I stayed. Good food & drinks. Great brunch.

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

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 Grossman: Friendly bartenders & a solid oyster happy hour

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

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

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 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.

Megan Pagado Wells: Great, intimate venue. Beer & wine is available to purchase downstairs -- you have to buy their Sixth & I sippy cup, though.

Lefteris Hazapis: I enjoyed visiting the synagogue and the performances were very nice. It is worth a visit if you haven't been.

Shelly Nuessle: Love to see shows here!

Vince Sullivan: Arnold Palmer and Bohemian cocktails are tops. Lobster MAC n cheese is delicious. Service was awesome.

suicide_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

Casey Knox: Pretty good clam chowder (too many potatoes, not enough clam); Cesar salad is wonderful; bread selection is unique- pumpernickel is delish!

Angela: See the fabulous exhibit on women artists in France from the Revolution thru the Romantic Era.

Liz Bumgarner: Wonderful museum dedicated to female artists, the building is beautiful! Don’t forget to check out the library at the top floor for art books and zines.

Lauren Masterson: This place has nice tables. Oaken, rich, sensual qualities that harken back to the age of pure craftsmanship. Ron Swanson would be proud.

Claire McDonough: Wonderful and intimate theater.

Richard Livingstone: There isn't a bad seat in the house! Try getting tickets in the mezzanine if you're on a budget. Seats 116,117,118,119 are great in any row up there!

Nicole McKinney: place a refreshment order for intermission before the show starts and skip the line later

Kaie S.: Happy Hour drinks & food are delicious. Milk bourbon drink is smoothly sweet, pulled pork sliders (2 for $7) are hefty, and chicken and biscuits sliders are massive portion siR for $9.

Christopher Neyor: Highly recommend the shrimp and grits - Superb and you don’t see this on the menu everywhere

JD Bhargava: Dirty chicken is delicious

Diana Jones: Their bread & red pepper spread is awesome!!

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

Washingtonian Magazine: A mezzanine dining area puts you above the crowds, but sometimes it’s more fun to mix it up below, particularly at the long communal table.