DINING 10 MICHELIN GUIDE-APPROVED DC RESTAURANTS Over the past year, DC’s dining scene has accrued its share of accolades, including recognition from Bon Appétit and Zagat . Now the city has its first Michelin Guide . Read on for 10 restaurants honored in the prestigious guide. 5 BIB GOURMAND RESTAURANTS China Chilcano serves up delicious Peruvian fare with influences from Chinese Chifa and Japanese Nikkei cuisine. Relish José Andrés’ creative mash-up and wash it down with a pisco from the extensive cocktail list. The Red Hen and Chef Mike Freidman welcome diners with a cozy neighborhood feel and outstanding Italian-influenced pasta and seafood dishes, like mezze rigatoni with fennel sausage and caramelized scallops. Zaytinya is another treasure from José Andrés, where the chef blends Greek, Lebanese and Turkish Barnes o by Elvert cuisine into Oyamel, phot small plate heaven. The mezze menu makes this an ideal spot to bring a group. Ottoman Taverna in Mount Vernon Triangle highlights the wonders of Turkish cuisine, as Chef Hakan Ilhan pays homage to his native country with incredible kebabs and flatbreads that emerge from a wood-burning oven. Oyamel , José Andrés’ take on Mexican food, features innovative taco creations, a colorful selection of margaritas and irresistible guacamole – best eaten José-style with corn tortillas. Plume at The Jefferson, Washington, DC 32 | OFFICIAL VISITORS GUIDE
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