CULINARY CAPITAL SAVOR SUSTAINABLY The Duck & The Peach Enjoy thoughtfully curated menus in an intimate setting in Capitol Hill, where women-owned wine and natural ingredients shine. INCLUSIVE INDULGENCE PLANTA Queen The upscale, Asian and Mediterranean-infl uenced hot spot delivers plant-based sushi, small plates and noodle dishes. Founding Farmers Elizabeth’s DC’s fi rst LEED Gold-certifi ed restaurant features a scratch-made menu, farm-focused ingredients and eco-friendly programs. Elevate your vegan dining experience with a six-course tasting menu that puts vegetables center stage. Shilling Canning Company Chaia Taste the bounty of the Mid-Atlantic region with seasonally inspired dishes featuring ingredients grown on property. Root and Vine From “farm-to-taco,” the fully vegetarian and gluten-free menu showcases local produce and handmade corn tortillas available for catering and dine-in. Steps away from the Walter E. Washington Convention Center, enjoy menus crafted for mindful consumption featuring locally sourced ingredients within the Westin Washington, DC Downtown. Silver Diner The regional, fan-favorite diner brings modern comfort food and a “fl exitarian” menu for most diets. DYNAMIC GROUP EXPERIENCES Carmine’s Pass around family-style portions of Italian favorites for a communal experience with 700 seats, nine private dining rooms, a circular bar and lounge. Mita Elevated, root-to-stem dining with a vibrant homage to Latin American fl avors and a focus on vegetable-centric cuisine. Fogo de Chão OPEN-AIR OFFERINGS Hook Hall Big party energy comes from 13,000-square-feet of indoor and outdoor space, more than 20 beers on tap and charming cabanas. Dive into endless selections at the Brazilian steakhouse off ering group and private dining options. Clyde’s of Gallery Place The upscale sports bar features four bars and seven dining rooms across two levels in the heart of Chinatown. Villa Yara Mi Vida Bold Mexican culture and cuisine expressed across three locations, all off ering unique private and semi-private spaces. Diners can sample colorful Lebanese mezza and libations in an equally exquisite oasis setting. Offi cina DELUXE DINING VUE Rooftop Indulge in diverse dishes and curated cocktails with sweeping views of the White House and Washington Monument. The three-story Italian eatery includes an alfresco rooftop bar inspired by terraces in the Eternal City. Hi-Lawn Discover lawn games, city views and seasonal snacks atop the Union Market food hall. Rania Translating to “queen” in Hindi and Sanskrit, the inventive Indian off erings are a royal delight. Moonraker Bourbon Steak The Pendry Hotel’s rooftop off ers Japanese-inspired cuisine and whiskeys with waterfront views. WASHINGTON.ORG The upscale steakhouse from Chef Michael Mina serves premium cuts and handcrafted cocktails inside the Four Seasons Hotel. Limani EXPLORE MORE Food FIND MORE RESTAURANTS AT WASHINGTON.ORG/PLACES-TO-EAT Get a taste of Greek-inspired seafood overlooking The Wharf’s waterfront. 31
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