Restaurants

The Grill – Foggy Bottom:
1150 22nd St NW Ritz – Carlton Washington DC, Washington  20037 • 202-835-0500

Description: FOGGY BOTTOM. Housed in the luxurious Ritz-Carlton, the Grill is known for its upscale dining options. American-Continental cuisine focuses on simply-grilled, top-quality vegetables, meats, and seafood. Chef's favorites include grilled salmon with saffron chutney and lasagna layered with cheese fondue, mushrooms, and ham. A lavish Sunday brunch greets weekend early-birds, and jazz piano and dancing appeal to late-nighters Thursday through Saturday. Private dining facilities available. Smart casual dress. Reservations accepted. Sunday brunch Adult $60, Child $30.

Pizzeria Paradiso – Dupont Circle:
2029 P St NW, Washington  20036-5948 • 202-223-1245

Description: DUPONT CIRCLE. Without exception, everyone raves about this fabulous place and its incredible pies. Pizzas baked in a wood-burning oven come with thin, hearty crusts and authentic ingredients. Without even sampling one, you can judge food quality by the lines outside the door. The small dining room provides more than just pizza, as proven by great sandwiches, stuffed with fresh cold cuts, roasted vegetables, and tangy cheeses on home-baked breads. Salads, wine and gelatos are terrific, too.
METRO: Dupont Circle

 

Obelisk:
2029 P St NW, Washington  20036-5948 • 202-872-1180

Description: DUPONT CIRCLE. Tucked into a brick townhouse, this intimate restaurant thrives on simplicity. Its environment is clean-lined; its food, unadulterated; its menu, uncluttered. Based on what's fresh and seasonal, the prix fixe menu changes daily and offers just a few well-developed selections. As a result, rich, satisfying courses keep patrons coming back for more. Italian-inspired meals might begin with bread or antipasto, then move to a roast squab entrée, and end with a homemade ice cream dessert. Reservations strongly recommended.
METRO: Dupont Circle

 

C.F. Folks:
1225 19th St NW, Washington  20036 • 202-293-0162

Description: DUPONT CIRCLE. C.F. Folks, which only opens for lunch, attracts hungry folks who jostle for position at open tables in the small, nondescript eatery. Some of Washington's biggest movers and shakers are known to line up at this popular lunch counter to place an order. Be sure to carefully inspect the blackboard's daily specials, because they seem to be the most appealing. The regular menu offers a collection of tasty soups and salads. Casual dress. Outdoor dining available.

 

Ceiba:
701 14th St NW, Washington  20005 • 202-393-3983

Description: DOWNTOWN. The sizzling cuisines of South and Central America have invaded the nation's capital, and, thankfully, the DC dining scene will never be the same. A decor of Yucatan stone, mosaics and furniture fashioned of Brazilian wood takes traditional elements and gives them a modern slant. Ceviches, of course, lead the menu, and it's wise to go ahead and sample the yellowfin tuna or Yucatan shrimp. From there, look to such flavorful courses as Brazilian-braised pork shank with black beans and rice, Bahian-style boullabaisse, or jerk barbequed young chicken with rice, peas and sautéed callaloo. METRO: Metro Center

 

Café 15:
806 15th St NW Sofitel Lafayette Square Hotel, Washington  20005 • 202-730-8800

Description: DOWNTOWN. Not your typical French restaurant, upscale Café 15 prides itself on consistency and presentation. The contemporary menu features only the freshest seasonal ingredients for both à la carte and prix fixe options. Each is prepared and presented with tasteful panache – for example, roasted halibut with toasted gingerbread crust is accompanied by zucchini tagliatelle with white wine and pepper emulsion. The stunning dining room features brightly colored artwork set against a backdrop of rich jewel tones. The well-selected wines reflect the Café's high standards and are fairly priced, making this elegant affair one of the best deals in DC. METRO: McPherson Square

 

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