2013 Best Rated Washington D.C. Restaurants
A. Rasika 
633 D St NW, Washington, DC
(202) 637-1222 · rasikarestaurant.com
28 ZAGAT · 705 reviews · $$$
crispy spinach · black cod · fried spinach · tasting menu · appetizer
“One of the best restaurants in DC. Food is amazing, absolutely delightful. Definitely get the tasting menu! Service is top notch, and you will leave feeling …“
B. Marcel’s
2401 Pennsylvania Ave NW, Washington, DC
(202) 296-1166 · marcelsdc.com
28 ZAGAT · 359 reviews · $$$$
foie gras · tasting menu · seared diver scallop · chef robert · boudin blanc
“one of the best restaurants around – if you want a memorable experience for food and service, think marcel’s. many areas of service that go beyond expectations” -
C. The Source
575 Pennsylvania Ave NW, Washington, DC
(202) 637-6100 · wolfgangpuck.com
27 ZAGAT · 266 reviews · $$$$
small plates · tuna tartare · pork belly · chef scott ·fine dining restaurant
“The Source by Wolfgang Puck Restaurant is one of GAYOT’s 2013 Top 10 Washington DC Special Occasion Restaurants Top 10 Washington DC Power Lunch …“ - gayot.com
D. BOURBON STEAK
2800 Pennsylvania Ave NW, Washington, DC
lobster pot pie · michael mina · side dishes · dining experience · duck fat fries
“Amazing as always- this truly is one of the best restaurants in DC. I was desperately craving some of the dinner sides- which are not listed in the …“- opentable.com
E. ICi Urban Bistro
806 15th St NW, Washington, DC
(202) 730-8700 · iciurbanbistro.com
23 ZAGAT · 32 reviews · $$$
pommes frites · executive chef · pan seared ·traditional french · hotel restaurants
“Best healthy breakfast I’ve ordered with wonderful service. Alway spooking for accessible restaurantsthat are truly wheelchair accessible and Ici was”- opentable.com
F. CityZen
1330 Maryland Ave SW, Washington, DC
(202) 787-6006 · mandarinoriental.com
27 ZAGAT · 394 reviews · $$$$
tasting menu · eric ziebold · parker house rolls · chef eric · dining experience
“One of the best restaurants we have ever been to! Special Features:Fit for Foodies, Notable Wine List, Romantic, Special Occasion” - opentable.com
G. Blue Duck Tavern
1201 24th St NW, Washington, DC
27 ZAGAT · 668 reviews · $$$
apple pie · open kitchen · bone marrow · braised beef· brussels sprouts
“i am still in awe of this place. considering dc price points, i think that most dc restaurants are mediocre at best when compared to restaurants in …“ -
H. Charlie Palmer Steak
101 Constitution Ave NW, Washington, DC
(202) 547-8100 · charliepalmer.com
26 ZAGAT · 407 reviews · $$$
american wines · butternut squash soup · filet mignon· private dining room · foie gras “Charlie Palmer Steak Restaurant is one of GAYOT’s 2013 Top 10 Washington DC SteakhouseRestaurants Top 10 Washington DC Power LunchRestaurants | Top 10 …“ - gayot.com
I. DC Coast Restaurant
1401 K St NW, Washington, DC
(202) 216-5988 · dccoast.com
23 ZAGAT · 645 reviews · $$$
crab cakes · crispy fried oysters · soft shell crab ·andouille sausage · tuna tartare
“without a doubt, one of the best seafoodrestaurants in the city. the upstairs balcony seating is preferable for people watching while enjoying exquisite …“
J. Ardeo
3311 Connecticut Ave, Washington, DC
(202) 244-6750 · bardeo.com
21 ZAGAT · 318 reviews · $$
small plates · brussel sprouts · neighborhood gem ·suckling pig · wine bar
“Let the sparks fly at one of these top 10 sexyrestaurants in Washington DC, presented in alphabetical order, where the décor plays the part of an aphrodisiac.” - gayot.com