Blue Duck Tavern is one of The 15 Best Places for Beef Ribs in Washington.

1. Blue Duck Tavern

8.7
1201 24th St NW, Washington, D.C.
New American Restaurant · West End · 203 tips and reviews

BhoomBhoom: Love the duck, beef ribs, and crab cake here. Bone marrow wasn't that bad, but wouldn't try it again, pretty tasteless oily dish.

D D.D Derige: The braised beef rib is fantastic.

Jing X.Jing Xu: Bone marrow, foie gras, braised beef rib

Cafe Milano is one of The 15 Best Places for Beef Ribs in Washington.

2. Cafe Milano

8.2
3251 Prospect St NW, Washington, D.C.
Italian Restaurant · Georgetown · 80 tips and reviews

Lena L.Lena L: Perfect way to rescue from my so-so day: Artichoke flavored pasta with braised beef short ribs and truffle mushroom.

ToryBurchToryBurch: The wine list is great and the pasta is even better. It’s a local favorite for politicians, too.

Washington PostWashington Post: For her 49th birthday on Jan. 17, the first lady had a special menu of fusilli with veal ragu, roasted tile fish with fennel and thyme puree and ricotta cheese mousse with carmelized pear. Read more.

BLT Steak is one of The 15 Best Places for Beef Ribs in Washington.

3. 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

EaterEater: BLT Steak’s two burger options include the Wisconsin CAB with bacon, apple, and cheddar, and the Dry Aged Burger with spiced beef rib, Morbier, and housemade steak sauce. Read more.

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.

Zabver is one of The 15 Best Places for Beef Ribs in Washington.

4. Zabver

8.1
3211 Mt Pleasant St NW, Washington, D.C.
Thai Restaurant · Mount Pleasant · 2 tips and reviews

Neri A.Neri A: I really enjoyed the wasabi and blue cheese rangoons.

Patricio P.Patricio Padua: So far, everything!

Founding Farmers is one of The 15 Best Places for Beef Ribs in Washington.

5. Founding Farmers

8.9
1924 Pennsylvania Ave NW (20th St NW), Washington, D.C.
American Restaurant · George Washington University · 804 tips and reviews

Joanie F.Joanie F: You might have to wait but it is totally worth it! Bacon lollies, beef short ribs, bananas foster shake. Best meal I've had in DC.

MeshariMeshari: Beef ribs are AMAZING...melt in ur mouth 😍

Roly T.Roly Torres: Overshadowed by all the other amazing starter, but for $3, the BBQ spiced peanuts are incredible!

Oohh's & Aahh's is one of The 15 Best Places for Beef Ribs in Washington.

6. Oohh's & Aahh's

8.2
5933 Georgia Ave NW (Peabody), Washington, D.C.
Southern Food Restaurant · Brightwood · 5 tips and reviews

Gina W.Gina Williams: Shrimp n grits fire!!!

Cleveland C.Cleveland Chandler: Wonderful food!!

Valerie R.Valerie Rosenberg: Everthing great

Hill Country Barbecue Market is one of The 15 Best Places for Beef Ribs in Washington.

7. Hill Country Barbecue Market

7.9
410 7th St NW (btwn D & E St NW), Washington, D.C.
BBQ Joint · Penn Quarter · 273 tips and reviews

Barbara H.Barbara Hlavacek: Beef ribs.

tammy r.tammy r.: Oh my god. SO GOOD. Beef ribs a bit dry on outside, but succulent and tasty overall. And the cake. THE CAKE.

C S.C Sample: Blah. Fatty beef short rib

Bodega Spanish Tapas & Lounge is one of The 15 Best Places for Beef Ribs in Washington.

8. Bodega Spanish Tapas & Lounge

7.4
3116 M St NW, Washington, D.C.
Tapas Restaurant · Georgetown · 78 tips and reviews

Farha K.Farha K: Must try the pomeno peppers stuffed with beef short ribs, and ask to be seated in the heated outdoor patio. Its quiter and makes a great setting for good conversation n laughs.

Allison P.Allison P: Have a glass of their amazing white sangria, made the authentic way with cava (not white wine as in certain other DC establishments)

Jayme B.Jayme Birgy: The white sangria is just delightful!

Lincoln is one of The 15 Best Places for Beef Ribs in Washington.

9. Lincoln

8.0
1110 Vermont Ave NW (btwn L St and Thomas Circle NW), Washington, D.C.
New American Restaurant · Downtown-Penn Quarter-Chinatown · 149 tips and reviews

Jenifer H.Jenifer Halili: Amazing food and great service. Food is served as smaller plates for sharing. Ordered the beef short ribs, crispy oysters, pork belly risotto and kale salad - all very tasty.

Derek G.Derek Gaskins: Great ambiance and cuisine. Brunch is one of the dopest in the city!

Washington PostWashington Post: On June 15, President Obama took winners of an Obama for America fundraising contest to Lincoln. Read more.

Ted's Bulletin is one of The 15 Best Places for Beef Ribs in Washington.

10. Ted's Bulletin

8.7
505 8th St SE (btwn E & G St SE), Washington, D.C.
American Restaurant · Capitol Hill · 305 tips and reviews

Gourmet C.Gourmet Cherry: Emily @ the bar is great and has tons to recommend....you have to try the Beef short rib sandwich and the Nutty Professor shake

Rodrиго Р.Rodrиго Ривера: Classical milkshakes. Big portions. Great for breakfasts. It gets very crowded during the weekend. Good option in the area. Ideal for groups and families. Recommended.

BlakeBlake: Get a poptart!!!!

Dukem is one of The 15 Best Places for Beef Ribs in Washington.

11. Dukem

7.4
1114 U St NW (at 12th St NW), Washington, D.C.
Ethiopian Restaurant · U-Street · 62 tips and reviews

Dion H.Dion H: Try the Dukem Tibs - Beef rib tips sautéed in traditional Ethiopian spices, onions, and hot peppers

FiOS 50FiOS 50: Do brunch here when they host a traditional Ethiopian coffee ceremony. A unique experience, indeed.

EaterEater: It might not seem like all that much from the outside, but Dukem is authentic Ethiopian in the heart of a city that takes its Ethiopian food very seriously. [Eater 38 Member] Read more.

Izakaya Seki is one of The 15 Best Places for Beef Ribs in Washington.

12. Izakaya Seki

8.8
1117 V St NW, Washington, D.C.
Japanese Restaurant · U-Street · 62 tips and reviews

Christopher M.Christopher Martino: Order the Pig's Foot; super rich, amazing flavor and texture, absolutely delicious!

Behrad EatsBehrad Eats: The braised Porkbelly Kakuni is heaven on a plate!

Washington PostWashington Post: With its small plates and fresh fish, this serene Japanese restaurant, just 40 seats on two floors, attracts Japanese speakers in droves.

El Rinconcito Cafe is one of The 15 Best Places for Beef Ribs in Washington.

13. El Rinconcito Cafe

8.6
1129 11th St NW (at M St NW), Washington, D.C.
Latin American Restaurant · Mount Vernon Square · 66 tips and reviews

Washingtonian MagazineWashingtonian Magazine: We recommend: Cheese and black-bean pupusas; yuca, fried and topped with pork and a vinegary slaw; carne desilada, a platter of shredded beef, avocado, rice, and beans.

Vincent M.Vincent Macaluso: Nachos so good you'll slap your mamacita.

Stirling D.Stirling Demby: This place is a hidden gem. Driven by it many times and finally decided to stop in. Smells incredible. The quesadilla is awesome.

Whole Foods Market is one of The 15 Best Places for Beef Ribs in Washington.

14. Whole Foods Market

7.8
4530 40th St NW (at Albemarle St NW), Washington, D.C.
Grocery Store · Tenleytown · 22 tips and reviews

Anastasia D.Anastasia Dellaccio: The Dolci Gelati gelato is local, artisan and incredibly delicious!

Ashley G.Ashley Groves: They don't sell Half Foods here.

Derek F.Derek Fromson: Value Meals, offered in the deli section at all locations, are a great deal. For $6,8 or 10, choose a main dish of chicken or pasta + 2 non-protein sides for $6, vegan +2 for $8, meat/fish +2 for $10.

Morrison-Clark Historic Inn & Restaurant is one of The 15 Best Places for Beef Ribs in Washington.

15. Morrison-Clark Historic Inn & Restaurant

7.6
1011 L St NW, Washington, D.C.
Hotel · Mount Vernon Square · 22 tips and reviews

Brittany P.Brittany Parker: Staff incredibly helpful, smoked salmon crab cakes delicious. Old entrance closed, enter through double glass doors on L street. New rooms are beautiful!

Lene K.Lene Kiltang: Super romantic hotel with everything you need including iron board. Within walking distance to all mayor sights

Sara C.Sara C.: Mint juleps on the front porch :)