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Prepare for pure delight as you dig in to DC’s dining scene. MICHELIN-STARRED RESTAURANTS Culinary art and food science converge at minibar by José Andrés, the super-chef’s two Michelin-starred restaurant in Penn Quarter. If you don’t get a seat, try other Andrés concepts nearby, including mezze hot spot Zaytinya and Jaleo, the flagship tapas location where he rose to fame. Blue Duck Tavern has won a star three years running with a New American-style menu and handcrafted decor. Don’t leave without ordering the apple pie. Jefferson Hotel houses Plume, which is guided by German-born chef Ralf Schlegel. Savor his European-inspired dishes, like beeswax-poached king salmon. Chef Nicholas Stefanelli’s mastery drives Masseria, where you’ll feel like you’re on the coast of Italy while dining near Union Market. Sharing an address, chef Eric Ziebold’s Kinship and Métier each offer distinct experiences. The former excels in time-honored French cuisine; the latter lavishes with a seven-course menu, hors d’oeuvres included. DINE AROUND DC Grab a seat outdoors. Occidental Grill & Seafood is steeped in tradition and serves delicious seafood on a patio facing Pennsylvania Avenue. Sip mango-infused margaritas on any of Mi Vida’s three patios at The Wharf. Savor Italian dishes and a glass of wine on the terrace at RPM Italian. Rooftop bar hop. Pod Hotel’s Crimson View mixes martinis and monumental views. Before or after a Washington Nationals game, grab a bucket of beers at Top of the Yard, situated on top of the Hampton Inn & Suites Washington DC Navy Yard. Over on 14th Street, Latin- American small plates hot spot Masa 14 hosts a happy hour on its deck. Sweet treats are a summer staple. Cool off in Capitol Riverfront with a cone from Ice Cream Jubilee. Downtown, get a frozen fix at Dolcezza Gelato & Coffee. Delve into total tastiness at District Doughnut, whose brown-butter masterpiece is available at all three of its DC locations.
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