Le Diplomate is one of The 15 Best Places for Cheese Plates in Washington.

1. Le Diplomate

9.2
1601 14th St NW (at Q St NW), Washington, D.C.
French Restaurant · Logan Circle - Shaw · 313 tips and reviews

Asha A.Asha Aravindakshan: Try the cheese plate and creme brulee. Extensive wine list includes yummy ice wine.

Adrienne H.Adrienne Harreveld: Cheese plate is a must

Benjamin B.Benjamin Banner: Everything I had here was great. Try their cheese board, foie gras parfait, and beef Bourguignon.

Boqueria is one of The 15 Best Places for Cheese Plates in Washington.

2. Boqueria

8.8
777 9th St NW, Washington, D.C.
Tapas Restaurant · Downtown-Penn Quarter-Chinatown · 4 tips and reviews

Elizabeth B.Elizabeth Burstein: Loved the bfast paella, the meat and cheese plate, cherry lime sangria, shishito peppers

D F.D F: Take green beans and meatballs for kids. Consider patatas brevas as filler but since portions so big- no need

Joaco M.Joaco M: Service and their tapas are awesome!

Osteria Morini is one of The 15 Best Places for Cheese Plates in Washington.

3. Osteria Morini

8.7
301 Water St SE Ste 109, Washington, D.C.
Italian Restaurant · Navy Yard · 48 tips and reviews

Bitches Who BrunchBitches Who Brunch: Bitches Who Brunch's Best Bites 2016 winner for Best Cheese plate. The battilardo and burrata blew us away. Read more.

EaterEater: New York restaurateur Michael White's first foray into the D.C. market. The restaurant boasts waterfront views, homemade pastas and elegant Italian dishes, as well as a selection of amari drinks.

suicide_blondsuicide_blond: pro tip: night owls take note -after 9pm pastas are half price.. xoxo

Barcelona Wine Bar is one of The 15 Best Places for Cheese Plates in Washington.

4. Barcelona Wine Bar

9.1
1622 14th Street NW (btwn Corcoran & R St NW), Washington, D.C.
Wine Bar · Logan Circle - Shaw · 138 tips and reviews

Juillet M.Juillet M Sandoval: Everything here is on point, Meat and cheese plate, Albóndigas are top top and the staff excellent, wine list and drink on point. Thank you 🙌🏻

Ebrahim B.Ebrahim Bandookwala: Good Spanish selection ! Jamon and other tapas ! Just wish they had the real stuff (jamon iberico!)

Virginia R.Virginia Rudnick: James the waiter rocks he is so friendly and helpful. Order the rockfish, it was amazing. Also the red sangria pitcher is a must. Best new restaurant on 14th st!

Bar Pilar is one of The 15 Best Places for Cheese Plates in Washington.

5. Bar Pilar

8.1
1833 14th St NW (btwn S & T St NW), Washington, D.C.
Cocktail Bar · U-Street · 93 tips and reviews

Austin B.Austin Bonner: Go to Bar Pilar and order the cheese plate and a magic hat.

Nicole S.Nicole Serratore: Food was disappointing. Salmon didn’t taste fresh. A good cheese plate.

EaterEater: The small plates menu changes often, but includes favorites likea chicken liver pate and a stinging nettle quiche. To drink, try the Ruffled Shirt or the boozy Cuba Libre float. [Eater 38 Member]

Ris is one of The 15 Best Places for Cheese Plates in Washington.

6. Ris

7.8
2275 L St NW, Washington, D.C.
American Restaurant · West End · 52 tips and reviews

Lauren S.Lauren S.: The brunch is great! Small plates & delicious mimosas! Try the cheese plate (under desserts) & the White Peach Vanilla mimosa - they pair perfectly! I also recommend the ceviche for non-brunch hours.

Brittany C.Brittany Cooper: The mussels and cider glazed grilled porkchops are incredible. Finish your meal with the Coffee Almond Fudge Ripple Sunday.

Washingtonian MagazineWashingtonian Magazine: You can count on good burgers and soups but the standout dish is the most out-there: a salt-rimmed margarita glass filled with lime-marinated bay scallops, tequila ice, and sour cream.

Bistrot Du Coin is one of The 15 Best Places for Cheese Plates in Washington.

7. Bistrot Du Coin

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

Rodrigo A.Rodrigo Andre: Cheese plate and Le steak maison.... perfect!!

CarolynCarolyn: A cozy French restaurant with tasty food. Don't miss the wide variety of mussels!

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]

Kingbird is one of The 15 Best Places for Cheese Plates in Washington.

8. Kingbird

8.5
2650 Virginia Ave NW, Washington, D.C.
Restaurant · Foggy Bottom · 5 tips and reviews

Maggie M.Maggie MacG: The burger here is sooo good (comes with fries) and is very shareable. The service here is excellent, much much better than the Top of the Gate.

Amber S.Amber Shi: The duck breast is very impressive. Get it in medium. The cocktail called Strawberry is good too if you like gin.

Raakin R.Raakin Roll: The Milkshake (consisting of vanilla, chocolate, peanut butter) and the salmon is best done here

2 Amys is one of The 15 Best Places for Cheese Plates in Washington.

9. 2 Amys

8.4
3715 Macomb St NW, Washington, D.C.
Pizzeria · Cathedral - Wesley Heights - McLean Gardens · 168 tips and reviews

Amber H.Amber Hacker: Meat and cheese platters delicious. Pizza was wonderful - wasn't crazy about sausage on pizza (tasted kinda watery and oily). Salads were also awesome!

Alex L.Alex Lee: Order the "suppli a telefono" (deep-fried rice balls), which are delicious and as good as the real deal

BravoBravo: Best pizza in DC hands down! Relaxed, comfy and besides the pizza, great beers. -Tamesha Warren, Top Chef

Lupo Verde is one of The 15 Best Places for Cheese Plates in Washington.

10. Lupo Verde

7.1
1401 T St NW (at 14th St NW), Washington, D.C.
Italian Restaurant · U-Street · 42 tips and reviews

eli s.eli sheehy: Octopus appetizer, fried artichokes and gnocchi and then saving room for cheese platter for dessert.

Bitches Who BrunchBitches Who Brunch: This popular Italian spot on 14th street serves up epic cheese plates and gorgeous brunch cocktails. Make sure you snag a table under a fancy umbrella, and enjoy the people-watching. Read more.

Katya A.Katya Ananieva: Fried artichokes, the Maltagliati, prosecco on tap and Morgan at the bar = best combination ever!

The Next Whisky Bar is one of The 15 Best Places for Cheese Plates in Washington.

11. The Next Whisky Bar

8.3
2650 Virginia Ave NW, Washington, D.C.
Whisky Bar · Foggy Bottom · 2 tips and reviews

EaterEater: In addition to an extensive high-end, curated selection of Scotch and American craft whiskies, there are also seasonal cocktails. Grab a 2-oz. pour and light up a cigar on the terrace. Read more.

Jonathan H.Jonathan Hanen: Try the pork belly sliders with caramelized onions and pickles.

Old Ebbitt Grill is one of The 15 Best Places for Cheese Plates in Washington.

12. 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

Meagan O.Meagan O'Daniel: The Cheese Platter makes for a great starter OR an afternoon snack.

Stephen C.Stephen Colella: Known for the best raw bar and its half price M-Th 3-6. Check weekend times. The cheese plate is fantastic. 4 cheeses brie to blue, a strawberry jam that incredible. Too bad don't bottle I asked.

Chris H.Chris Higginbotham: The hummus is surprisingly good. Great place for a casual after-work gathering

ChurchKey is one of The 15 Best Places for Cheese Plates in Washington.

13. ChurchKey

8.7
1337 14th St NW (at Rhode Island Ave NW), Washington, D.C.
Beer Bar · Logan Circle - Shaw · 293 tips and reviews

Andrew D.Andrew Doll: Local bar with a SUPERB beer selection. Great menu and fun cheese plate selection as well!

Cheeky M.Cheeky McBumface: Amazing beer selection! Go early to get a table

ThrillistThrillist: Pick one of 555 (!!) - 500 bottled beers, 50 taps, and 5 cask-conditioned ales – booze choices Holy Bar. #thrillist Read more.

La Chaumiere is one of The 15 Best Places for Cheese Plates in Washington.

14. La Chaumiere

8.6
2813 M St NW (at 28th St NW), Washington, D.C.
French Restaurant · Georgetown · 16 tips and reviews

BobbyBobby: The Roasted Cornish Hen was delicious. Perfectly cooked and the jus was a great complimentary sauce.

Christopher S.Christopher Suranna: The apple tart for dessert is heaven.

Eedee S.Eedee Stephens: The food here was beyond incredible! The atmosphere was lovely, the decor was gorgeous and our server (Felipe) was a hoot! Absolutely loved it!

SPIN is one of The 15 Best Places for Cheese Plates in Washington.

15. SPIN

7.8
1332 F St NW (btwn 13th & 14th St NW), Washington, D.C.
Sports Bar · Downtown-Penn Quarter-Chinatown · No tips or reviews