Washington, D.C. - Places to Dine
From formal to casual; from entrées priced at 99 cents to 99 dollars; from Italian to Mexican to Chinese to Classic American fare, Washington, D.C.has it all.
Many visitors to large cities enjoy the chance to dress up and go out for a fancy meal. Washington, D.C. can certainly fit this need. Perfect for special occasions and located in Downtown Washington, D.C., Equinox provides excellent fare right near the White House along Connecticut Avenue. Inside the attractive restaurant, diners can choose from three-, four-, or six-course meals from their American cuisine oriented menu. Amongst the categories of wine, cheese, pasta, entrees, and desserts rest some of the finest ingredients available. This, primarily, is what you pay for at Equinox. Fresh mushrooms, arugula, truffles, quail, goat’s cheese, and chestnuts are just some of the pleasantries you will see within the menu. In fact, the Equinox menu changes frequently to reflect seasonal and regional freshness. Surprisingly though, for what you get, Equinox’s prices are not outrageous; three courses approximates $57 and six courses with a wine pairing runs about $120.
Southern Living Magazine called ,Equinox, “One of the area’s most acclaimed restaurants.” Among the many other awards Equinox has garnered include Town and Country’s “Best Restaurant in Washington, D.C.”
True to American cuisine, some diners relish the big-city opportunity to get a big-taste steak. This need can easily be satisfied in another restaurant on Connecticut Avenue, Morton’s Steakhouse. Although it is a chain, the seventy-eight sites spring from the restaurant’s popularity, success, and consistently excellent food and service. The interior is upscale steakhouse at its best; glistening dark wood, nice linens, and intimacy are valued. Inside this sophisticated setting, guests can dine on USDA prime-aged, grain-fed only steak that is beautifully marbled. Morton’s takes pride in serving their Porterhouses, prime-ribs, New York strips, and filet mignons exactly as guests request them. In case you are just an accomplice along with a beef-enthusiast, Morton’s offers as-delicious and as-fresh seafood in their menu. Among the options are Ahi tuna, smoked Pacific salmon, and oysters on the half shell. Of course Morton’s knows that many first-class dinners deserve first class wine pairings, and Morton’s wine list certainly will not disappoint even a connoisseur.
The Washingtonian named the Washington, D.C. location, “Best in Washington.”
If, perhaps, a more moderately priced Italian meal strikes your feeding fancy, The Washington Post readers suggest Mezza Luna, located in Downtown D.C., on 19th Street. This more economical Italian bistro specializes in Mediterranean-style Italian tapas and meals. Emphasizing this sea-going fare are the walls, in soft blues and whites, with local artists’ seaside murals for decoration. After a cocktail or glass of wine and a basket of freshly baked breads, diners can indulge in menu options such as Chilean sea bass, beef carpaccio, tuna, classic tomato and mozzarella salad, and much more.
If Japanese is your craving, Downtown D.C. visitors will enjoy Plum Blossom, a tiny, 18th Street restaurant that specializes in sushi and “fusion” cuisine. The menu is divided into small, medium, and large sized plates, among which you will find Vietnamese barbecue beef, calamari ceviche, tahini chicken, miso honey lamb chops, grilled scallops, and more.
Greek lovers can choose from five restaurants in Downtown D.C. alone. Among these are Komi, on 17th Street; Mourayo and Parthenon Restaurant, both on Connecticut Avenue; Taverna the Greek Islands, on Pennsylvania Avenue; and Zorba’s Café, on 20th Street, all of which offer medium-priced entrees, between $10 and $20 dollars. Some patrons love Komi for the chef’s satiating courses that are as elegant as delicious. Others enjoy Mourayo for its offering of creative Greek meals rather than cliché phyllo-wrapped cheese and pork.
Of course, if you have spent your entire vacation budget visiting the Smithsonian Institutes, the National Zoo, and shopping in the city’s many adorable boutiques and excellent antique shops, you are not relegated to Burger King for a cheap meal. Where else can you find traditional Indian and Pakistani food than in a big city? The Mayur Kabob shop offers authentic food, with entrees under $10, and a weekend lunch buffet priced to please.
Washington D.C. - Places to Dine
Many visitors to large cities enjoy the chance to dress up and go out for a fancy meal. Washington, D.C. can certainly fit this need. Perfect for special occasions and located in Downtown Washington, D.C., Equinox provides excellent fare right near the White House along Connecticut Avenue. Inside the attractive restaurant, diners can choose from three-, four-, or six-course meals from their American cuisine oriented menu. Amongst the categories of wine, cheese, pasta, entrees, and desserts rest some of the finest ingredients available. This, primarily, is what you pay for at Equinox. Fresh mushrooms, arugula, truffles, quail, goat’s cheese, and chestnuts are just some of the pleasantries you will see within the menu. In fact, the Equinox menu changes frequently to reflect seasonal and regional freshness. Surprisingly though, for what you get, Equinox’s prices are not outrageous; three courses approximates $57 and six courses with a wine pairing runs about $120.
Southern Living Magazine called ,Equinox, “One of the area’s most acclaimed restaurants.” Among the many other awards Equinox has garnered include Town and Country’s “Best Restaurant in Washington, D.C.”
True to American cuisine, some diners relish the big-city opportunity to get a big-taste steak. This need can easily be satisfied in another restaurant on Connecticut Avenue, Morton’s Steakhouse. Although it is a chain, the seventy-eight sites spring from the restaurant’s popularity, success, and consistently excellent food and service. The interior is upscale steakhouse at its best; glistening dark wood, nice linens, and intimacy are valued. Inside this sophisticated setting, guests can dine on USDA prime-aged, grain-fed only steak that is beautifully marbled. Morton’s takes pride in serving their Porterhouses, prime-ribs, New York strips, and filet mignons exactly as guests request them. In case you are just an accomplice along with a beef-enthusiast, Morton’s offers as-delicious and as-fresh seafood in their menu. Among the options are Ahi tuna, smoked Pacific salmon, and oysters on the half shell. Of course Morton’s knows that many first-class dinners deserve first class wine pairings, and Morton’s wine list certainly will not disappoint even a connoisseur.
The Washingtonian named the Washington, D.C. location, “Best in Washington.”
If, perhaps, a more moderately priced Italian meal strikes your feeding fancy, The Washington Post readers suggest Mezza Luna, located in Downtown D.C., on 19th Street. This more economical Italian bistro specializes in Mediterranean-style Italian tapas and meals. Emphasizing this sea-going fare are the walls, in soft blues and whites, with local artists’ seaside murals for decoration. After a cocktail or glass of wine and a basket of freshly baked breads, diners can indulge in menu options such as Chilean sea bass, beef carpaccio, tuna, classic tomato and mozzarella salad, and much more.
If Japanese is your craving, Downtown D.C. visitors will enjoy Plum Blossom, a tiny, 18th Street restaurant that specializes in sushi and “fusion” cuisine. The menu is divided into small, medium, and large sized plates, among which you will find Vietnamese barbecue beef, calamari ceviche, tahini chicken, miso honey lamb chops, grilled scallops, and more.
Greek lovers can choose from five restaurants in Downtown D.C. alone. Among these are Komi, on 17th Street; Mourayo and Parthenon Restaurant, both on Connecticut Avenue; Taverna the Greek Islands, on Pennsylvania Avenue; and Zorba’s Café, on 20th Street, all of which offer medium-priced entrees, between $10 and $20 dollars. Some patrons love Komi for the chef’s satiating courses that are as elegant as delicious. Others enjoy Mourayo for its offering of creative Greek meals rather than cliché phyllo-wrapped cheese and pork.
Of course, if you have spent your entire vacation budget visiting the Smithsonian Institutes, the National Zoo, and shopping in the city’s many adorable boutiques and excellent antique shops, you are not relegated to Burger King for a cheap meal. Where else can you find traditional Indian and Pakistani food than in a big city? The Mayur Kabob shop offers authentic food, with entrees under $10, and a weekend lunch buffet priced to please.
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