Iron Gate is one of The 15 Best Places That Are Good for Special Occasions in Dupont Circle, Washington.

1. Iron Gate

8.6
1734 N St NW, Washington, D.C.
Mediterranean Restaurant · Connecticut Avenue - K Street · 61 tips and reviews

Collette S.Collette S: This was the post perfect dining experience of my life. Definitely do the tasting menu for a special occasion!

Adam K.Adam Kaiser: Loved this place great ambiance. I sat in the bar alley which was nice the also have an out door patio which will have tables during summer. A great romantic escape in the city!

EaterEater: 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.

Joe's Seafood, Prime Steak & Stone Crab is one of The 15 Best Places That Are Good for Special Occasions in Dupont Circle, Washington.

2. Joe's Seafood, Prime Steak & Stone Crab

9.1
750 15th St NW (at H St NW), Washington, D.C.
Seafood Restaurant · Connecticut Avenue - K Street · 85 tips and reviews

Samantha R.Samantha Rapoza: Steaks, shrimp, salads, everything is top notch. The service is also wonderful. Great for special occasions

TJ V.TJ Varghese: Madagascar Shrimp hands down ! Just wow!

Daniel S.Daniel Swartz: Pie is available in half slices. Combine one of key lime and one of banana cream for the best of both worlds.

Obelisk is one of The 15 Best Places That Are Good for Special Occasions in Dupont Circle, Washington.

3. Obelisk

8.3
2029 P St NW (btwn 20th & 21st St NW), Washington, D.C.
Italian Restaurant · Northwest Washington · 16 tips and reviews

VenuVenu: Best special occasion restaurant in Washington DC. Fixed 5 course meal with generous antipasti.

Alex H.Alex Hickcox: Hands down one of the best of DC. Trust the selection of wine from your server as the list is off the beaten path but well worth submitting to.

Washington PostWashington Post: *** stars in Tom Sietsema's Fall Dining Guide 2011. (Tom recommends the lobster with shaved artichokes.) http://wapo.st/p4oJKa

BLT Steak is one of The 15 Best Places That Are Good for Special Occasions in Dupont Circle, Washington.

4. BLT Steak

8.5
1625 I Street NW (btwn 16th & 17th St NW), Washington, D.C.
Steakhouse · Connecticut Avenue - K Street · 82 tips and reviews

Behrad EatsBehrad Eats: The Wagyu Hamburger is killer! Prepared with a fried egg, pastrami, and cheddar cheese!

Detroit On TapDetroit On Tap: $5 happy hour from 5-6:30. Food and draft beer, vodka drinks.

Washingtonian MagazineWashingtonian Magazine: Midday is especially busy, with lawyers and lobbyists sinking into the pale-suede banquettes, but at night the action shifts to the raw bar, where oysters, shrimp, & lobsters glisten in mounds of ice.

The Society of the Cincinnati is one of The 15 Best Places That Are Good for Special Occasions in Dupont Circle, Washington.

5. The Society of the Cincinnati

8.4
2118 Massachusetts Ave NW, Washington, D.C.
History Museum · Northwest Washington · 7 tips and reviews

Jenny H.Jenny H.: Highly recommend this museum as a venue for a special occasion. The docent mentioned that the Andersons intended it to be a place for "celebration." And so it is.

kathleen w.kathleen watson: Great tour docents! Caren Pauley is fabulously knowledgeable about the antiques and furnishings. Great space to celebrate!

DC Preservation LeagueDC Preservation League: Built 1902-05 and was one of the largest and costliest private homes in the city. Built for diplomat Larz Anderson and his wife Isabel. Designated a National Historic Landmark in 1996.

Tabard Inn is one of The 15 Best Places That Are Good for Special Occasions in Dupont Circle, Washington.

6. Tabard Inn

8.5
1739 N St NW (btwn 17th & 18th St NW), Washington, D.C.
Hotel · Northwest Washington · 144 tips and reviews

Chucho S.Chucho S.: Perfect for special occasion brunch. Shrimp & grits an original and delicious option. Make sure you save room for a donut. If it's nice try to sit outside. Service is good but slow.

Sandra R.Sandra Rubinchik: Cozy, classy spot for a special occasion.

Jeffery B.Jeffery Bialek: Never a bad meal at Tabard Inn...explore the ever changing menu and the impressive wine list - you will not be disappointed. Just make sure to save room for amazing dessert menu!

Boqueria is one of The 15 Best Places That Are Good for Special Occasions in Dupont Circle, Washington.

7. Boqueria

8.7
1837 M Street, NW (at 19th St NW), Washington, D.C.
Spanish Restaurant · Connecticut Avenue - K Street · 129 tips and reviews

Behrad EatsBehrad Eats: The squid ink vermicelli paella is a fantastic dish, if you're lucky enough to be there on a night they have it, its a must order item!

ThrillistThrillist: Try the fried quail's egg and chorizo on toast, shoulder of young lamb with plums and yogurt, and braised rabbit in squid ink. Read more.

Duly F.Duly Fernández: Must have "Torrada de Escalivada" ask for the special kind that's not on the menu. And don't leave without having the "Churros con Chocolate".

Bar Charley is one of The 15 Best Places That Are Good for Special Occasions in Dupont Circle, Washington.

8. Bar Charley

8.5
1825 18th St NW (btwn T & Swann), Washington, D.C.
Cocktail Bar · Northwest Washington · 49 tips and reviews

Abby E.Abby Eggers: The cocktails are so interesting and delicious! I think the Clover Club is my favorite. The fries are also just right.

Washington PostWashington Post: Critic Tom Sietsema's first bite: Get the quartet of steamed shrimp/pork belly dumplings for $6. A Sazerac fan probably will do a double-take when he spots the classic being poured for $8. Read more.

Stephan F.Stephan Franke: Sit outside. The 80s Old Fashion and Fried Eggplant Balls are incredible

Soi 38 is one of The 15 Best Places That Are Good for Special Occasions in Dupont Circle, Washington.

9. Soi 38

8.2
2101 L St NW, Washington, D.C.
Thai Restaurant · Connecticut Avenue - K Street · 19 tips and reviews

EnriqueEnrique: Chef's special are really good! And a great level of spicy for the spicy lover! Authentic Thai food

Chris M.Chris Moore: Prik Tod appetizer

Chris M.Chris Moore: $4 dogfish on tap is the best happy hour in the district

Pizzeria Paradiso is one of The 15 Best Places That Are Good for Special Occasions in Dupont Circle, Washington.

10. Pizzeria Paradiso

8.6
2003 P St NW (at 20th St NW), Washington, D.C.
Pizzeria · Northwest Washington · 125 tips and reviews

deenuhfoowaddeenuhfoowad: one of the best pizzas in the area! order the one with the egg on it. so goood.

AskMenAskMen: The pizzeria’s 2 D.C. locations will be tapping into a few seasonal kegs, including Oktoberfest & pumpkin ales by Bells, Dogfish Head, Weyerbacher & Spaten. Starts Friday & runs for a week. Read more.

Michelin Travel & LifestyleMichelin Travel & Lifestyle: You've come to right place for pizza, get ready to enjoy one of the best pizzas in the nation's capital! -- Green Guide Editor

Un Je Ne Sais Quoi is one of The 15 Best Places That Are Good for Special Occasions in Dupont Circle, Washington.

11. Un Je Ne Sais Quoi

8.7
1361 Connecticut Ave NW, Washington, D.C.
French Restaurant · Connecticut Avenue - K Street · 25 tips and reviews

Ron L.Ron Levinson: This place is great! Probably the best pastries I've had in DC

Behrad EatsBehrad Eats: Un je ne sais Quoi...de Mythique is a delectable Merveilleux pastry made of meringue, white chocolate ganache, and white chocolate whipped cream coated with shavings of white chocolate.

Richard S.Richard Sun: Friendly service.

Georgia Brown's is one of The 15 Best Places That Are Good for Special Occasions in Dupont Circle, Washington.

12. Georgia Brown's

8.1
950 15th St NW (at K St NW), Washington, D.C.
Southern Food Restaurant · Connecticut Avenue - K Street · 137 tips and reviews

Andre M.Andre Mosley: The "Devil Shrimp" was really good! We also had the fried chicken which was also on point. The service was good and the atmosphere is laid back. Try the cornbread!!

Anna L.Anna L: The best thing about Georgia Brown's is their corn bread. Soo good

George C.George Collier: have the fried green tomatoes ... outstanding

Bistrot Du Coin is one of The 15 Best Places That Are Good for Special Occasions in Dupont Circle, Washington.

13. Bistrot Du Coin

8.3
1738 Connecticut Ave NW (at S St. NW), Washington, D.C.
Bistro · Northwest Washington · 137 tips and reviews

Mifa R.Mifa Randolph: Love love love this bistrot. Steak ER frittes and Moules Catalane!!! Yummy!

EaterEater: It's a go-to in the Dupont Circle area, open all the time, w/ a large menu of French classics, cassoulet, tartiflette savoyarde, steak served with bearnaise sauce & killer fries. [Eater 38 Member]

Emily Y.Emily Yeskel: Hope you get the fries!

Teddy & The Bully Bar is one of The 15 Best Places That Are Good for Special Occasions in Dupont Circle, Washington.

14. Teddy & The Bully Bar

7.4
1200 19th St NW (at M St NW), Washington, D.C.
American Restaurant · Connecticut Avenue - K Street · 60 tips and reviews

Jill M.Jill Molina: For lunch, try the grilled cheese -- comes stuffed with a fried green egg, brie, and peach jam! Had it twice and it was fantastic each time.

Kendal A.Kendal Ann: You must check out the restrooms while you're here!

Kevin R.Kevin Rachlin: Overpriced and bland. The only thing worth eating we're the cocktails.

The Bombay Club is one of The 15 Best Places That Are Good for Special Occasions in Dupont Circle, Washington.

15. The Bombay Club

8.3
815 Connecticut Ave NW, Washington, D.C.
Indian Restaurant · Connecticut Avenue - K Street · 66 tips and reviews

Carolyn L.Carolyn Louise: The Club Thali is amazing (even the fish curry that my mom and I hesitated over). Everything we ordered down to the chocolate mousse with rose was delicious

Tim O.Tim O'Reilly: The crispy kale is unbelievable! The dal is also fantastic

Neha S.Neha Shah: Sunday buffet brunch with bottomless champagne