Everyone loves a special date night but sometimes it can be hard to find the right place to take that someone special. The next time you are looking for the right place to take your partner, take a look at the 11 best romantic restaurants in DC.
- Iron Gate
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Facebook/Iron Gate Restaurant Iron Gate is a dream date night spot in DC. Feast on Greek and Italian small plates in a cozy courtyard surrounded by beautiful wisteria vines, candles and fire pits.
1734 N St NW, Washington, DC 20036
- Chez Billy Sud
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Facebook/Chez Bill Sud - Le Bar a Vin Chez Billy Sud is a cozy spot hidden in Georgetown. It’s charming decor and fantastic entrees create a delightful meal whether you come for brunch or dinner!
1035 31st St NW, Washington, DC 20007
- Tabard Inn
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Facebook/The Tabard Inn The Tabard Inn opened its doors in 1922 and has been a part of the DC hospitality world every since. Its quaint restaurant features a gorgeous covered brick patio that is just perfect for date night. 1739 N St NW, Washington, DC 20036
- The Riggsby
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Facebook/The Riggsby Located inside the Carlyle Hotel, stepping into The Riggsby feels just like stepping back in time. It’s decorated to look like it’s a pretty bistro from the 1940s. The menu features straightforward but delicious old school entrees like New York strip, and Chicken Cacciatore. 1731 New Hampshire Ave NW, Washington, DC 20009
- Masseria
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Facebook/Masseria Dining at Masseria feels like dining in a chic Italian home. It’s patio is lit by twinkling Christmas lights and kept warm by private bonfires surrounded by low-slung couches. It’s the perfect spot to get cozy with your partner while sampling fantastic Italian entrees. 1340 4th St NE, Washington, DC 20002
- Blue Duck Tavern
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Facebook/Blue Duck Tavern If you are a foodie, then Blue Duck is the place for you. They feature delicious entrees made with locally sourced ingredients. The restaurant is simple but stunning, featuring an open kitchen or dine outside on their beautiful patio. 1201 24th St NW, Washington, DC 20037
- Equinox Restaurant
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Facebook/Equinox Restaurant The elegant Equinox Restaurant is just few blocks from the White House and is perfect for a downtown dining date night. The restaurant features a lovely stone fireplace and floor to ceiling windows and a menu packed with fancy innovative dishes. 818 Connecticut Ave NW, Washington, DC 20006
- Sequoia
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Facebook/Sequoia at Washington Harbor Sequoia at Washington Harbor has always been a gorgeous dining spot but it recently underwent a renovation, making it even prettier. Dine next to floor to ceiling windows overlooking the beautiful Washington Harbor while feasting on fresh seafood. 3000 K St NW, Washington, DC 20007
- Bistro Cacao
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TripAdvisor/elsmithpc Bistro Cacao was made for couples in mind. The low-lighting, curtained booths, and secret red room will set the mood for your romantic evening. Top it off with a fantastic French themed meal! 320 Massachusetts Ave NE, Washington, DC 20002
- Obelisk
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TripAdvisor/SunriseAddicted Obelisk is hidden in an unassuming town house but it’s worth checking out. They serve prix-fixe-only meals and reservations are required but it’s the perfect place to enjoy a quiet, intimate meal for your date night. 2029 P St NW, Washington, DC 20036
- Kingbird
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Facebook/Kingbird If you want to impress your date, take them to the Kingbird, which is located in the Watergate Hotel. This upscale restaurant offers diners incredible ambiance, floor to ceiling windows and sublime meals. 2650 Virginia Ave NW, Washington, DC 20037
If you want to do something other than dine for your date, try one of these unique DC date ideas!
Facebook/Iron Gate Restaurant
Iron Gate is a dream date night spot in DC. Feast on Greek and Italian small plates in a cozy courtyard surrounded by beautiful wisteria vines, candles and fire pits.
1734 N St NW, Washington, DC 20036
Facebook/Chez Bill Sud - Le Bar a Vin
Facebook/Chez Bill Sud - Le Bar a Vin
Chez Billy Sud is a cozy spot hidden in Georgetown. It’s charming decor and fantastic entrees create a delightful meal whether you come for brunch or dinner!
1035 31st St NW, Washington, DC 20007
Facebook/The Tabard Inn
Facebook/The Tabard Inn
The Tabard Inn opened its doors in 1922 and has been a part of the DC hospitality world every since. Its quaint restaurant features a gorgeous covered brick patio that is just perfect for date night. 1739 N St NW, Washington, DC 20036
Facebook/The Riggsby
Located inside the Carlyle Hotel, stepping into The Riggsby feels just like stepping back in time. It’s decorated to look like it’s a pretty bistro from the 1940s. The menu features straightforward but delicious old school entrees like New York strip, and Chicken Cacciatore. 1731 New Hampshire Ave NW, Washington, DC 20009
Facebook/Masseria
Dining at Masseria feels like dining in a chic Italian home. It’s patio is lit by twinkling Christmas lights and kept warm by private bonfires surrounded by low-slung couches. It’s the perfect spot to get cozy with your partner while sampling fantastic Italian entrees. 1340 4th St NE, Washington, DC 20002
Facebook/Blue Duck Tavern
If you are a foodie, then Blue Duck is the place for you. They feature delicious entrees made with locally sourced ingredients. The restaurant is simple but stunning, featuring an open kitchen or dine outside on their beautiful patio. 1201 24th St NW, Washington, DC 20037
Facebook/Equinox Restaurant
The elegant Equinox Restaurant is just few blocks from the White House and is perfect for a downtown dining date night. The restaurant features a lovely stone fireplace and floor to ceiling windows and a menu packed with fancy innovative dishes. 818 Connecticut Ave NW, Washington, DC 20006
Facebook/Sequoia at Washington Harbor
Sequoia at Washington Harbor has always been a gorgeous dining spot but it recently underwent a renovation, making it even prettier. Dine next to floor to ceiling windows overlooking the beautiful Washington Harbor while feasting on fresh seafood. 3000 K St NW, Washington, DC 20007
Facebook/Bistro Cacao
TripAdvisor/elsmithpc
Bistro Cacao was made for couples in mind. The low-lighting, curtained booths, and secret red room will set the mood for your romantic evening. Top it off with a fantastic French themed meal! 320 Massachusetts Ave NE, Washington, DC 20002
TripAdvisor/Stuart K
TripAdvisor/SunriseAddicted
Obelisk is hidden in an unassuming town house but it’s worth checking out. They serve prix-fixe-only meals and reservations are required but it’s the perfect place to enjoy a quiet, intimate meal for your date night. 2029 P St NW, Washington, DC 20036
Facebook/Kingbird
If you want to impress your date, take them to the Kingbird, which is located in the Watergate Hotel. This upscale restaurant offers diners incredible ambiance, floor to ceiling windows and sublime meals. 2650 Virginia Ave NW, Washington, DC 20037
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