DINING DynamIC DInInG 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. Prepare for pure delight as you dig in to DC’s dining scene. 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. WASHINGTON.ORG | 33
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